PASCO, Wash. — The Pasco City Council is set to vote Monday night on a new interlocal agreement with the Pasco Public Facilities District (PPFD) for the management and operations of the new aquatics facility, according to the council’s agenda…
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. — Pronto Puppy Rescue, a local animal rescue non-profit, received a $50,000 check on Saturday morning.
PASCO, Wash. – The Summer's Hub in Pasco turned up the heat with its first spice challenge, the "Last Mouth Standing Challenge," inviting community members to test their spice tolerance.
Umatilla County, Ore. — Umatilla County Fire District #1 (UCFD#1) and Umatilla Rural Fire Protection District (URFPD) responded to a three-vehicle accident at Highway 395 and Bensel Road this afternoon around 3:15 p.m., according to a post online.
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Mason Ashby, 15, was found guilty of attempted murder, threats to bomb or injure property and 11 counts of unlawful possession of a firearm on Friday afternoon. The verdict came after a four-day bench trial in juvenile…
PASCO, Wash. – Voters in Pasco are preparing to cast their ballots on a proposal that could change how library services are funded. City leaders believe this move could stabilize the budget, while critics view it as a potential tax…
UPDATE: January 30, 2026 at 4:38 p.m.
TRI-CITIES, Wash. - Students from five high schools in the Tri-Cities are planning to walk out of school today to protest the Trump administration's immigration policies and the deaths of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis.
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Sen. Nikki Torres has introduced a bill to provide a permanent sales and use tax exemption for baby and adult diapers.
RICHLAND, Wash. – Drivers in Richland may experience delays as a major reconstruction project is set to begin at the intersection of Tapteal Drive and Steptoe Street.
RICHLAND, Wash. – The city of Richland plans to implement multiple roundabouts in response to rising traffic levels, particularly from the Department of Natural Resources property.
Kennewick, Wash. — The Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT) in Kennewick recently made progress in addressing crime with notable arrests, according to the Kennewick Police Department (KPD).
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. — Health officials are investigating a multistate salmonella outbreak tied to Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders. One case has been reported in Benton County, where the affected individual was hospitalized.
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Richland School District's four-year Educational Programs & Operations and Capital Projects Technology Levies are up for a vote on Feb. 10 with significant implications for the district's funding.
TRI-CITIES, Wash. — Health officials are raising concerns over the growing number of unlicensed late-night food stands across the Tri-Cities area. These stands, which are popping up in Pasco, Kennewick and Richland, are operating without permits or inspections, raising red…
PASCO, Wash. – The city of Pasco is embracing a new era of year-round recreation with the opening of the Memorial Park pool dome. The dome officially opened to the public today, marking a significant milestone for the community.
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – The Port of Benton Commissioners held their first meeting of 2026 on Wednesday, Jan. 14 addressing significant issues surrounding their leadership.
Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin (CISBF) serves 28 schools across the Richland, Pasco, Kennewick, Finley, and Prosser school districts, providing direct, on-campus support for students and families.
KENNEWICK — With temperatures in the Tri-Cities below freezing, the Kennewick Fire Department has been conducting ice rescue training to prepare for potential emergencies.
RICHLAND, Wash. - The Bateman Island Causeway is finally being dismantled after 85 years of existence. Crews are working to remove the 550-foot land bridge, installed sometime between 1939 and 1940.
KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. – The first flu-related death in Kittitas County has been confirmed as flu cases continue to rise, prompting calls for preventive action.
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — On January 25, 2026, a residential structure fire occurred at 515 N. 3rd Ave. The Walla Walla Fire Department responded at 3:22 p.m., with support from Walla Walla County Fire District 4.
RICHLAND, Wash.- Jennifer Smith is a fourth grade teacher at Marcus Whitman Elementary School. She was awarded January's Classroom Makeover from WaFd Bank.
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Emotions ran high as hundreds of community members gathered at Highlands Middle School to discuss the proposed placement of a less restrictive alternative home in their neighborhood.
ELLENSBURG, Wash. — Washington State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti will be hosting a presentation on state finances and long-term policy. The event, organized by the Ellensburg Downtown Rotary, is set for tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. at Gard Vintners in downtown Ellensburg.
RICHLAND, Wash. – Drivers through the South George Washington Way corridor should expect minor traffic impacts this week due to ongoing improvements.
RICHLAND, Wash. – Nurses gathered at Kadlec on Monday morning to protest for safer working conditions, emphasizing the importance of safety not only for themselves but also for the general public.
PROSSER, Wash. – The city of Prosser has decided to deactivate all Flock cameras, following a similar step taken by Walla Walla.
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Two Kennewick lawmakers are pushing a pair of bills that would apply changes to the supervision of sexually violent predators upon their release.