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01/23/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Residents in Kennewick gathered again to protest a proposed home for registered sex offenders, voicing concerns about safety and communication.
01/23/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. — Quilting is often seen as a hobby--something to piddle at while barely watching game shows or soap operas--but the Tri-Cities Quilter's Guild might beg to differ.
01/23/2026
PROSSER, Wash. -- Washington is one of the most productive and well-respected wine regions in the world and has been for generations; however, some might not know the exact process of how it gets from the vine to your glass.
01/22/2026
PASCO, Wash. – An arrest has been made following a shocking explosion in downtown Pasco earlier this month. The incident, which involved an incendiary device, occurred on January 11 near the intersection of Columbia Street and 6th Avenue.
01/22/2026
PASCO, Wash. — An arrest has been made in Pasco following an explosion in the downtown area that occurred over a week and a half ago. Police confirmed the arrest last night but stated the case remains open.
01/22/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. - The Hanford Site recently completed a transfer of the first batch of radioactive capsules from underwater pools to long-term dry storage, according to a press release from the Washington Department of Ecology.
01/22/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Kennewick School District shared guidance with families on Thursday regarding a potential student walkout on January 23.
01/21/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – Nurses at Kadlec Regional Medical Center are set to hold an informational picket on Monday, advocating for improved safety measures at their workplace.
01/21/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Residents of Pasco will soon cast their votes on a significant school levy appearing on the February ballot. Pasco School District leaders emphasize that this is a replacement levy, not a new tax, crucial for funding programs…
01/20/2026
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – The Benton County Auditor's Office will begin mailing ballots for February's special election on Wednesday.
01/20/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Two protests in the Tri-Cities, part of a nationwide "Free America Walkout," drew hundreds of participants today. Organizers aimed to highlight concerns about immigration enforcement and President Donald Trump's administration.
01/20/2026
RICHLAND, Wash.-- January 20 is National Cheese Lovers Day, and what better way to celebrate that with the fine folks at ROMA House who have made cheese and charcuterie part of who they are.
01/19/2026
PASCO, Wash. – The City of Pasco is preparing to unveil the Memorial Pool Dome, a significant development that now allows year-round swimming and recreation.
01/19/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A protest took place in Kennewick as residents gathered to voice their concerns about a house set to become a home for registered sex offenders.
01/19/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Alpha Kappa Alpha's Psi Nu Omega chapter gathered to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a sock drive at Columbia Center Mall.
01/19/2026
PASCO, Wash. — A single-vehicle crash at the North Korners gas station near US-395 was linked to a medical issue experienced by the driver, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said in a release.
01/19/2026
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. - A man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant was arrested on Saturday after eluding police in a high-speed chase across the Tri-Cities.
01/19/2026
TRI-CITIES, Wash.-- Martin Luther King Jr. Day lands on Monday, January 19 this year. Below are events in the area for celebrating, remembering or otherwise reflecting on the American civil rights leader. Times can be found on respective web pages.
01/18/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Columbia Basin College (CBC) in Pasco holds a unique connection to Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special statue on its campus.
01/18/2026
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. – Benton County Sheriff's deputies assisted West Richland Police Department earlier today after a residential burglary was reported.
01/16/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. — Water is now flowing on the south side of Bateman Island for the first time in about 85 years. The Bateman Island Causeway removal project is led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District,…
01/16/2026
UPDATE: January 16, 2026 at 6:32 p.m.
01/16/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. — As the Seahawks prepare to face the 49ers in the playoffs, sports bars across Kennewick are gearing up for a busy night filled with high energy and packed houses.
01/16/2026
HANFORD, Wash. – A Hanford High School student, Everett Breitkreitz, has won first place in the beginner short film category at a national competition.
01/15/2026
HANFORD, Wash. – Congress has approved a record budget for the Hanford Site in Washington, allocating more than $3.2 billion for fiscal year 2026.
01/15/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Delta High School, a STEM-focused public high school, has opened its application process for eighth graders from Pasco, Kennewick and Richland school districts. Since its inception over a decade ago, the school has offered a unique educational…
01/15/2026
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – Deputies responded to a report of threats at the Benton County Courthouse, as detailed in an official document from the Benton County Sheriff's Office. A suspect allegedly threatened to kill his attorney and made concerning statements.
01/15/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A former apartment manager is facing felony theft charges after an investigation uncovered her defrauding of an apartment complex.
01/15/2026
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. – The City of West Richland is calling for applications for the City Council Position #6. The term for this position will expire when the general election is certified in November 2027.