Richland man to volunteer as 'autism ambassador' in Russia
A leader in the autism community is adding a new title to his resume as an international ambassador.
Author: Galen Ettlin
'Love Army,' LGBTQ advocates meet anti-abortion demonstrators for first time
Two groups that have demonstrated since October on opposite ends of social issues finally met in person for the first time on Wednesday.
House panel to weigh bill expanding gun rights
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans are moving forward on legislation to expand gun owners' rights. It's the first measure since mass shootings in Las Vegas and Texas killed more than 80 people.
School demonstrators clarify LGBTQ, anti-abortion message
Demonstrators who passed out controversial flyers in front of local schools are now working to clarify their message.
Tri-Cities vigil remembers 320 transgender people killed in violence
November 20 is International Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Culinary students sharpen skills and raise money toward education
Culinary students from across the Tri-Cities are sharpening their knives and their skills to raise money to support education.
Pregnancy center hopes to send services on the road
The pregnancy clinic, You Medical, is raising money to invest in a mobile clinic that will travel eastern Washington.
Walla Walla VA hosts first LGBT veteran treatment meeting
The Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center will host a meeting Monday to discuss the welfare and treatment of LGBT veterans.
Man arrested in early morning West Richland shooting
A man is booked into the Benton County jail for involvement in a drive-by shooting early Friday morning.
Washington expands multi-state lawsuit against drug companies for alleged price fixing
Washington is helping expand a push against drug companies for allegedly inflating prices, in some cases by a thousand percent.
'We don't want it here': Angry Benton County residents push against marijuana operations
Dozens of Benton County residents are continuing their push to rid the county of marijuana grows and dispensaries.
Town rallies support for LGBTQ community following councilman's anti-gay comments
A small town in eastern Oregon is in the national spotlight for comments made by one its city council members.
'You belong here with us': Advocate reflects on local LGBTQ progress on #SpiritDay
Advocates, celebrities and companies around the country are donning purple for Spirit Day, in solidarity with victims of bullying.
40,000 pounds of food hits tables of families in need
About a thousand families in need have food on the table from a day of giving.
RSD social worker earns statewide honor
A staff member of the Richland School District is now recognized statewide for her work.
Franklin Co. sheriff points to 500-600 illegal marijuana grows
Franklin County sheriff Jim Raymond says a multi-agency seizure of 41,000 pounds of illegally grown marijuana in August and September was just the tip of the iceberg.
WSU Tri-Cities raises LGBTQ pride flag over campus
Washington State University Tri-Cities is continuing its second year of raising the LGBTQ pride flag over campus.
Mabton teachers march, demand new contract
Teachers in Mabton continue to negotiate a contract with the school district, complaining of problems over the last few years.
Pendleton Round-Up expected to draw 70,000 people
Thousands of people are already attending early events at the Pendleton Round-Up.
Kennewick 9/11 memorial story inspires kids to become firefighters
Monday marks the 16th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks. However, in Kennewick, a monument honors the victims every day.
Breathing masks fly off Tri-Cities shelves during stint of unhealthy air quality
As wildfires rage across the Pacific Northwest, and regional air quality toes the line between 'unhealthy' and 'very unhealthy,' local hardware stores are seeing a boost in sales for respiratory masks.
Son to Ronald Reagan, Michael, fundraises against Tri-Cities sex trafficking
Michael Reagan is in the Tri-Cities to help raise money for programs fighting local sex trafficking.
Former KPD officer publishes magazine taylored to Tri-Cities
The third issue of a new local lifestyle magazine is about to hit the shelves next month, the brainchild of a former Kennewick Police Officer.
Contested spirit rock removed, replaced behind school
A contested spirit rock in front of a local high school now has a new home.
