Leavenworth Oktoberfest cancelled again due to ‘lingering COVID-19 effects’
Organizers of Oktoberfest in Leavenworth announced on Tuesday that they are cancelling the annual event once again this year.
Author: Monica Petruzzelli
77-year-old Grandview man with dementia still missing
Authorities and family members are searching for an elderly Grandview man who has been missing since March 4th.
Soap Lake reserve police officer terminated following DUI, hit and run arrest
A Soap Lake reserve police officer was arrested by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office on suspicion of DUI and hit and run charges Thursday night.
63-year-old Walla Walla man arrested for rape, possession of child porn
WALLA WALLA, Wash. – The Walla Walla Police Department announced that a 63-year-old resident has been taken into custody for rape and and possessing child porn. According to Sergeant Gunner Fulmer, back in 2020 a Walla Walla Major Crimes detective…
Gov. Inslee orders flags at half-staff in honor of Capitol police officers
Governor Inslee directed Washington and U.S. flags be lowered to half-staff on Monday, in honor of two police officers who have died since the riot at the nation’s capitol on Wednesday.
Coroner: 15-year-old Kennewick girl dies from COVID-19 complications
A 15-year-old girl from the Tri-Cities has died due to complications from COVID-19, according to Benton County Coroner Bill Leach.
Grant County deputy struck by bullet while chasing robbery suspect
GRANT COUNTY, Wash. – A Grant County deputy suffered a bullet to the foot overnight. According to Kyle Foreman with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were chasing a robbery suspect…
Tim Eyman pushes to permanently prohibit WA income, carbon taxes
Tim Eyman, an anti-tax political activist in Washington who ran for governor this year, is setting his sights on 2021.
Semi crashes into elk on I-90 near Ellensburg
A semi crashed into an elk on I-90 on Monday morning, leaving an antler stuck through the windshield.
Joe Biden endorses Jay Inslee for governor
Former Vice President Joe Biden endorsed Governor Jay Inslee for reelection on Tuesday.
Train bridge over Yakima River between Prosser, Benton City catches on fire
The railroad bridge between Prosser and Benton City caught on fire overnight.
Yakima Co. firefighters’ vehicles broken into while battling Evans Canyon Fire
Three Yakima County firefighters were targeted by thieves in Selah who broke into their vehicles while they were battling the Evans Canyon Fire.
Walla Walla Valley voted ‘America’s Best Wine Region’ in USA Today contest
The Walla Walla Valley has won the title of “America’s Best Wine Region” in the 2020 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Ahtanum Ridge Fire contained, destroys 2 homes and 5 outbuildings in Yakima County
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. – The Ahtanum Ridge Fire destroyed two homes and five outbuildings in Yakima County last night, according to Yakima Valley Emergency Management. The fire is contained after burning an estimated 5,969 acres as of Monday, Aug. 17…
FBI: Human remains found near Toppenish may be California men missing since last summer
The FBI is “investigating the possibility” that human remains found near Toppenish may be two missing California men: 25-year-old Josiah Hilderbrand and 48-year-old Jon Cleary.
Othello police arrest possibly armed man following officer-involved shooting
Authorities in Grant County are searching for a man possibly armed with a handgun.
Navy helicopter helps hoist stranded Ellensburg hiker to safety
KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. – A 27-year-old man from Ellensburg was rescued on Sunday night, with help from the Navy, after getting stuck on a rock ledge during a hike. According to county officials, Austin Williams went on a day hike…
Video shows customer at Papa Murphy’s in Kennewick arguing over mask mandate
A video is making the rounds on social media of a woman shouting angrily after being asked to wear a mask at a Papa Murphy’s restaurant in Kennewick.
Yakima County now in Phase 1.5
Yakima County’s application for a modified version of Phase 1 has been approved, as per the Yakima Health District.
Idaho man breaks into Richland motel room, threatens to kill
A man was arrested in Pasco on Sunday after breaking into a Richland motel room and threatening to kill someone.
23-year-old Moscow man dies after crashing into ditch in Walla Walla Co.
The Walla Walla Sheriff's Office and state troopers are investigating a fatal crash after a 23-year-old Moscow man was found in a ditch early Thursday morning.
One person killed, three deputies injured in Franklin County shooting early Monday
One person is dead and three deputies have non-life threatening injuries following an OIS on Monday morning.
Tri-Cities baker to compete in ‘Christmas Cookie Contest’ season finale on Food Network
Sweet success is simmering for one local chef of the Tri-Cities.
Viral video shows Kennewick police officer punch theft suspect seven times
A video has gone viral on Facebook showing two Kennewick police officers arresting a man.
U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry to visit Hanford site on Tuesday
The Hanford site will be getting a visit from a high-profile politician on Tuesday.
Man accused of murdering his mother in Franklin Co. arrested
A man accused of murdering his mother in Franklin County has been found and arrested, according to the Franklin County Sheriff's Office.
One dead as bus crashes carrying country-singer Josh Turner’s touring crew
One man is dead after a tour bus crashed in California on Wednesday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Kittitas Co. corporal shot with hunting arrow
A Kittitas County corporal was shot in the shoulder with an arrow on Tuesday.
Kennewick school teachers begin to picket outside schools
The Kennewick Education Association are officially on strike, and have begun picketing Tuesday morning.
Prosser officer shot in the leg, police looking for suspect
An officer was shot in Prosser, and law enforcement are in the area attempting to find a suspect.
Two drivers cited for DUI after crashing into each other in Kennewick
Two drivers were cited for DUI after crashing into each other in Kennewick on Thursday night.
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