"She's a miracle," Kennewick family recounts extreme preemie journey
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- "I wanted to plan everything get everything set up for her and everything but," Kennewick Mother Lizet Robles said. Sometimes though, life has other…
Finding the Helpers
Upcoming wine auction supports saving children's lives
TOPPENISH, Wash. -- An upcoming event, the Auction of Washington Wines, has a 35-year history in the making that's raised over $55 million for important Washington causes. One…
Tri-Cities REALTORS looking for neighborhood to revitalize
TRI-CITIES, Wash. -- The TriCity Association of REALTORS or TCAR is asking for community input for their latest project. Recently, they partnered with Rebuilding Mid-Columbia, a nonprofit that helps people who are disabled, low-income or a veteran, with minor home…
Walla Walla awarded by DOH for quenching community's thirst
WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- It's an award that's only given to eight state agencies throughout Washington; the City of Walla Walla, is one of the recipients. Just in time for National Drinking Water week, which highlights the role drinking…
Benton REA awards $52,000 to graduating seniors
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. -- Eight graduating high schooler seniors will receive a combined $52,000 from Benton REA. Benton REA said they use unclaimed ownership credits to provide scholarships to high school seniors whose parents or guardians are Benton REA members.…
Kennewick cookie shop offers sweet way to give back
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Crumbl Cookie, in Kennewick, is giving people a sweet way to contribute to a local cause, this Friday. They're collaborating with the Children's Development Center in Richland…
A look at Adams County Sheriff's Deputies' training, K9 drug detection
OTHELLO, Wash. -- Have you ever wondered what training for Sheriff's deputies looks like? Recently, the Adams County Sherriff's Office posted on Facebook talking about ongoing training for deputies and their K9, Nado. In the post, the Adams County…
Kids, teens with Type 1 Diabetes invited to Camp Trios
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Trios Health is gearing up for a summer of fun with Camp Trios, a three-day summer camp program for children diagnosed with Type One Diabetes. Trios has opened registrations for children aged six to fourteen years old…
Meals on Wheels senior dining rooms reopen in Yakima County
YAKIMA, Wash. — People for People plans to reopen senior dining rooms in Yakima County starting Monday, following a two-year closure due to COVID-19 restrictions. Meals…
Boys and Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties boosts youth mental health
PASCO, Wash. -- Thanks to Bechtel National Inc., local youth in Benton and Franklin Counties have greater access to development programs. Recently, Bechtel provided $10,000 to support mental health programs that help middle and high schoolers with the Boys and…
Walla Walla Community College opens free food pantry
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Walla Walla Community College has opened their student food pantry. As inflation sky rockets, and food prices increase, the free pantry couldn't come at a better time. Additionally, Feeding America found that college students aren't…
Kennewick bike shop looking for volunteers to supply CBC students with bikes
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Calling all volunteers, Wheelhouse Community Bike Shop in Kennewick needs your help. Wheelhouse is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was founded in 2016 with a mission to remove barriers to…
Jeff Corwin visits central Washington, helps wildlife
COLUMBIA BASIN, Wash. -- TV star and wildlife biologist Jeff Corwin paid central Washington a visit recently to help the Department of Fish and Wildlife and the USFWS Washington Fish and Wildlife Office. Corwin joined the crews to help with…
'I know everyone's excited,' Pasco nursery encourages gardeners to wait
PASCO, Wash. -- "Our industry's version of Christmas, it's just exciting and then to see the happy people come out; they're also excited," Alex…
Richland gardener shares tips as weather warms up
RICHLAND, Wash. -- As the weather warms up in the Tri-Cities, you may see daffodils and tulips poke their heads through the cold soil;…
Benton and Franklin Counties need applicants for Behavioral Health Committee
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- In a step to improve the mental wellbeing of Tri-City residents and help the new recovery center, Benton and Franklin Counties are…
Walla Walla implements location app for 9-11 calls
WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- Walla Walla Emergency Services Communication is implementing a new way to locate 9-11 callers. If you've ever called 9-11, you've likely been asked,…
New program helps Yakima Co. volunteer firefighters struggling with burnout
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Volunteer firefighters across Yakima County have teamed up to provide a new resource they hope will help colleagues who are struggling with their mental health. "You have the big scary things, like suicide and self-harm or…
Kennewick woman starts organization to help others entering the workforce
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Kennewick resident Kati Gessner's plan started where most ideas are thought of. "It was a Friday and I was thinking, I have to…
Richland nonprofit building, sending medical supplies to Ukraine
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Among the hum of machines, workers craft and inspect long, steel nails that can heal severe bone fractures, inside a facility in Richland. "We're…
Kennewick couple's library vandalized, community steps in to help
KENNEWICK, Wash. - There are many things that set Kennewick residents, Carol Taylor and Ken Noel's lawn apart. But what sticks out the most, is their Little…
Viagra could be used for canine-related eating disorder
PULLMAN, Wash. -- It turns out Viagra can help man, and his best friend. At least that's what researchers at the Washington State University College of Veterinary…
Kennewick Police Chief Kenneth Hohenberg retires, reflects on 44-year career
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Former Kennewick Police Department Chief Kenneth Hohenberg has held a lot of titles during his 44-year career. But his favorite? "When people called me a cop," he…
Kennewick thrift store benefiting foster children & families set to open in March
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- "We were really pumped, we've gotten six donations so far," Leah St. Hilare said while standing in the empty thrift store in…
