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12/19/2025
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – The Benton-Franklin Health District announced a list of temporary warming shelters available throughout the county. These shelters are not open overnight but operate during regular business hours.
12/19/2025
TRI CITIES, Wash – A devastating plane crash in North Carolina has taken the lives of NASCAR legend and Washington native Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their two children, and longtime NASCAR community members Craig Wadsworth, Dennis Dutton and his…
12/19/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The opioid epidemic continues to affect communities across the nation. Narcare, a Seattle-based organization founded by University of Washington students, is working to combat this crisis by providing education on overdose and addiction.
12/18/2025
PASCO, Wash. – President Trump signed an executive order today aimed at fast-tracking the reclassification of cannabis. This significant action could pave the way for the Food and Drug Administration to study its medicinal uses.
12/18/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The Lampson Cable Bridge Run is set to return to Pasco for its 47th run on Saturday. The holiday tradition kicks off at 9 a.m. and wraps up at noon.
12/18/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Fire agencies from across the region gathered in Kennewick to participate in a new type of hands-on training aimed at preparing firefighters for real emergencies.
12/18/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – A recent arrest by the Richland Police Department has highlighted the ongoing issue of street racing in the area.
12/18/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Hanford Mission Integration Solutions (HMIS) has made a generous contribution of $25,000 in goods and cash to local nonprofit organizations. This donation is part of their year-end giving initiative.
12/17/2025
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – Benton County Emergency Management is urging residents near the Yakima River to prepare for potential flooding.
12/17/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The city of Richland announced that power should be restored to all customers following outages caused by wind. However, there are still some issues for residents near Liberty Christian School.
12/16/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The City of Richland is urging residents and businesses affected by recent flooding to report damages.
12/16/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The West Richland Police Department (WRPD) assisted the Richland Police Department (RPD) in apprehending a suspect after a hit-and-run incident on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO).
12/16/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A local church in Kennewick faced an unexpected challenge when its food pantry became the target of vandalism.
12/16/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Washington State Patrol (WSP) is asking for the public's help following a fatal incident during the late afternoon or early evening hours of Monday, December 15.
12/16/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Michael Lee Fouse, a 32-year-old from Kennewick and repeat offender of graffiti offenses around the Tri-Cities, has been caught once more after failing to appear in court, Kennewick Police Department (KPD) announced.
12/15/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Residents of Richland and West Richland found themselves dealing with unexpected floodwaters last week. The flooding left neighborhoods covered in debris and prompted a community-wide cleanup effort.
12/15/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A local football coach had an unexpected encounter during a holiday shopping trip that led to an act of kindness and an unexpected loss.
12/14/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The Pasco School District has opened applications for its two choice high schools, Orion High School and Delta High School, for the 2026–2027 school year.
12/14/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Localized flooding in Richland is causing transportation disruptions for some school families, according to an update from the Richland School District.
12/14/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – Parks across Richland will soon begin closing at 10 p.m. instead of 11 p.m. as part of new public safety measures.
12/14/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. - A single-car crash at the intersection of West Canal Drive and North Volland Street on Saturday night temporarily damaged traffic signals and rendered them non-operational.
12/13/2025
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – Flooding has caused significant disruptions throughout Benton County, particularly affecting Benton City and West Richland.
12/13/2025
PASCO, Wash. – A single-car rollover crash that took place on Taylor Flats Road claimed the life of a 19-year-old driver on Saturday morning, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) reported.
12/12/2025
BENTON CITY, Wash. – Flooding in Benton City has worsened, forcing evacuations at Beach RV Park. City crews and volunteers have come together to assist residents in moving out.
12/12/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – The American Red Cross announced that a new emergency shelter is opening at Central Church, located at 1124 Stevens Drive. The shelter will be available for residents who need shelter services amid the severe flooding in the…
12/12/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – A man accused of carrying out a coffee stand burglary was arrested by officers from the Kennewick Police Department (KPD) on Friday.
12/12/2025
PROSSER, Wash. – The Prosser Police Department announced an arrest in connection with a June 2025 assault on Canyon Drive.
12/12/2025
UPDATE: December 12, 2025 9:11 a.m.