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05/08/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The Tri-City Water Follies is revving up for its annual Spring Testing event on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Columbia River.
05/08/2025
WASHINGTON – More than 100,000 people in Washington face daily challenges with tasks like moving around the house or preparing meals. At-home nursing services aim to assist seniors and disabled individuals, but potential Medicaid cuts could impact this support.
05/08/2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Airports in the Spokane and Tri-Cities regions stand to benefit from millions of dollars in federal grant funding, said U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell in a release.
05/08/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Benton County deputies are gearing up for a busy summer on the Columbia River with their 27-foot SAFE boat.
05/08/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The City of Pasco is seeking proposals for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, with $677,540 available for eligible activities, the city announced.
05/08/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – New research from Tourism Economics highlighted the strength of the Tri-Cities' visitor economy in 2024, with tourists spending $643.4 million in Benton and Franklin Counties, according to a release by Visit Tri-Cities.
05/08/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – Cardinal Robert Prevost has made history by becoming the first American selected to lead the Catholic Church. This event was celebrated not only in Vatican City but also across the globe, including in the Tri-Cities.
05/08/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A 16-year-old male was taken into custody in connection with a shooting that occurred last month near the intersection of Clearwater and Edison Street.
05/08/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. - A man was severely injured after reportedly running a red light and hitting a truck early Thursday morning.
05/08/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – As part of National Bike Month, biking enthusiasts have an opportunity to join the Tri-Cities Bike Expo and the Inland Empire Century Ride.
05/07/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The City of Pasco held an open house and information session Wednesday at Gesa Stadium to discuss major plans for the town's infrastructure.
05/07/2025
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. – Feral cats have been a persistent issue in West Richland neighborhoods, prompting local action.
05/07/2025
PASCO, Wash. – A local truck driver has reached an impressive milestone, driving two million miles without an accident. Chris Poynor, a Tri City native, has dedicated his life to automotive work and safe driving, earning him the title of…
05/07/2025
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05/07/2025
PASCO, Wash. – Nonprofits in Pasco have an opportunity to apply for grants aimed at improving the lives of low-income residents.
05/07/2025
UPDATE: May 7, 2025 at 11:20 a.m.
05/06/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Richland City Council has authorized a significant extension to its agreement with American Cruise Lines, Inc. (ACL).
05/06/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Haviland Gilbert, a music teacher at Kennewick’s Lincoln Elementary, has been recognized as a 2025 Country Music Association Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence.
05/06/2025
BENTON COUNTY, Wash - The Benton County Mosquito Control District will send its plane in the air tonight for aerial spraying.
05/06/2025
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Washington is set to enhance its climate accountability with a new law signed by Governor Bob Ferguson on Friday, May 2.
05/06/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The City of Pasco has officially proclaimed May 2025 as "Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month".
05/06/2025
FINLEY, Wash.–A man was arrested after a non-injury related vehicle fire on S Pullman St.
05/06/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The alcohol-free trend makes its way to the Tri-Cities.
05/05/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash., - A new educational project is set to transform the trails along the Columbia River into a scale model of the solar system.
05/05/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The recent Pasco Taco Crawl provided locals with a flavorful journey through several restaurants in the area, allowing them to vote on their favorite tacos.
05/05/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Energy Northwest Columbia Generating Station in Richland has been fined $4,000 by the Department of Ecology (Ecology) stemming from an oil spill that seeped into the Columbia River.
05/04/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Firehouse Subs in Richland joined over 100 locations across 30 states to celebrate International Firefighters Day with a special "Touch the Truck" event. This initiative aimed to educate the community about the vital work firefighters do.