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12/30/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – Animal shelters in the Tri-Cities are grappling with an overwhelming number of animals in need of homes, reflecting a national issue that often goes unnoticed.
12/29/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. - A crash on SR 240 eastbound near Columbia Park Trail in Richland has reduced traffic to a single lane.
12/29/2025
PASCO, Wash. – Pasco Municipal Court will soon welcome Carlos D. Villareal as the court’s new judge.
12/29/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – The Benton-Franklin Council of Governments (BFCOG) has launched a new initiative to help shape the future of transportation in the Tri-Cities.
12/29/2025
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.
12/29/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – A home in Richland, completely covered in discarded materials, hardware and junk, has drawn widespread attention from the community.
12/29/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The Kennewick Police Department (KPD) apprehended a man with a felony warrant for serious child-related offenses on December 29, 2025, according to KPD.
12/29/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Several stolen items were found in an Idaho man’s motel room in Kennewick.
12/28/2025
PASCO, Wash. – Kevin Hebdon will begin his new role as Finance Director for the city of Pasco on Monday, December 29.
12/28/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Benton County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a disturbance in East Kennewick early on December 28. The incident took place near E 23rd and Oak St.
12/27/2025
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. – A new data center could soon be on the horizon for West Richland, according to real estate developer Trammell Crow.
12/26/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash.- The spirit of giving has been alive and thriving across the Tri-Cities this holiday season. Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin watched the region come together in remarkable ways to support local students and families, ensuring joy reached homes…
12/25/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The community is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the remodel of Tri Cities Chaplaincy's Hospice House.
12/24/2025
RICHLAND, Wash. – On Christmas Eve, a local bakery in Richland opened its doors not only to customers but also to fellow business owners, showcasing a unique community collaboration.
12/23/2025
PASCO, Wash. – A four-car crash on Highway 395 tied up traffic just north of the Sylvester Street overpass in Pasco tonight.
12/23/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. - A man with a prior kidnapping conviction from 2016 was arrested in Kennewick on Sunday for shoplifting at WinCo and then threatening an employee with a gun.
12/22/2025
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. – Following recent flooding that impacted businesses in West Richland and Benton City, WorkSource Columbia Basin is stepping up to provide crucial support.
12/22/2025
WASHINGTON – The City of Walla Walla, Yakima, Richland and Kittitas County have announced holiday closures for city offices and facilities.
12/22/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. - Several crashes have been reported across the region Monday morning.
12/22/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash.- Traci Lucas is a second grade teacher at Canyon View Elementary School. She was awarded December's Classroom Makeover from WaFd Bank.
12/21/2025
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – As families gather for the holidays, dogs and cats await families of their own.
12/21/2025
PASCO, Wash. – A collaborative community event in Pasco brought smiles to many as DEP Entertainment, Daily Deals and Juanitos Prime Meats teamed up for a toy giveaway this afternoon, offering free toys for kids, pictures with Santa, and free…
12/21/2025
PASCO, Wash. – The Pasco City Council has seen the addition of two new members and the re-election of another, marking a period of change for city government.
12/21/2025
PASCO, Wash. – At a special meeting on December 19, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners instructed the county prosecuting attorney's office to prepare counter litigation after being informed that Benton County filed a lawsuit against Franklin County over their…
12/21/2025
BENTON COUNTY, Wash.- Local deputies and medics responded to a report of a vehicle partially in the roadway with two unconscious occupants. The individuals showed signs of extreme intoxication, according to the Benton County Sheriff's Office.
12/20/2025
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The Toys for Tots campaign in the Tri Cities concluded its annual toy drive at the Benton County Fairgrounds. This three-day event encouraged the community to donate new unused toys to those in need.