KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Armed community members stationed themselves outside multiple Kennewick businesses Monday night following rumors of possible rioting. Lt. Aaron Clem said there was a rumor that people were going to gather at a shopping center off Canal Drive…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Governor Jay Inslee has once again extended the moratorium on evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. This latest proclamation expands on the orders, and extends through August 1. According to the Governor’s Office, new modifications to the moratorium…
UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. -- Umatilla County Public Health has reported 11 new coronavirus cases in the past week. On Tuesday, June 2, health officials reported two new cases in Umatilla County. At least 124 county residents have been infected since…
A first generation college student and 2020 Washington State University graduate is saying thank you to a state scholarship foundation by donating his first paycheck from his new career job. Neftali…
SEATTLE, Wash. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $31.9 million to the University of Washington for their COVID-19 response. This amount will reimburse 75% of the costs for buying PPE, medical supplies and durable equipment for the…
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Monday that while the damage from weekend protests that turned violent must be condemned and those responsible prosecuted, “we will not allow that to obscure the justice of the underlying protest.”…
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon Gov. Kate Brown said Monday she won’t send National Guard troops to actively help quell violent protests in Portland over the killing of George Floyd because they aren’t needed and that “is exactly what President…
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Monday that while the damage from weekend protests that turned violent must be condemned and those responsible prosecuted, “we will not allow that to obscure the justice of the underlying protest.”…
TRI-CITIES, Wash. -- The 55th annual Tri-City Water Follies planned for late July has been postponed. The hydroplane racing event had been set for July 24-26, 2020. Each year, thousands of people from across the Pacific Northwest flock to the…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Anglers can fish without a license in Washington on June 6-7 thanks to the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s annual “Free Fishing Weekend.” WDFW asks that those participating recreate responsibly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s…
ATHOL, Idaho -- Silverwood Theme Park and Boulder Beach water park will be back open May 30 and 31. Daily operation will begin June 6. The parks have been approved to resume operations by Idaho state leaders and local health…
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) — A homeowner in Everett has fatally shot a suspected burglar during an apparent break-in attempt, authorities said. The Everett Police Department responded to a 911 call by the homeowner around 5 a.m. Thursday saying he shot…
PENDLETON, Ore. -- Wildhorse Resort and Casino reopened to the public Thursday following a months-long closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. The popular casino located just outside Pendleton closed down operations on March 18 has remained closed since then. Nearly…
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane’s first cat café is set to open in-store services by June 8. Kitty Cantina, located in North Spokane, has been teasing its opening for months. The coffee shop was set to open in early April, but…
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A dead Asian giant hornet has been found in Washington state, and officials said Friday they were trying to learn if the honey bee predators have established colonies here. The Washington state Department of Agriculture said…
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday announced he would not extend the state’s COVID-19 stay-at-home order beyond Sunday and would allow counties more flexibility to apply to advance through the current four-phase reopening plan using updated…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission announced camping will resume in 22 counties starting Monday. The reopening applies to campgrounds and various marine facilities; cabins, yurts and other overnight accommodations will remain closed until further notice.…
SPOKANE, Wash. — Protesters plan to peacefully gather outside Spokane’s Big Red Wagon on Sunday to show support for the black community, just days after a handcuffed black man died while in Minneapolis police custody. Footage released shows 46-year-old George Floyd…
GEORGE, Wash. -- This summer's annual country music festival at the Gorge Amphitheater has been canceled. Watershed has been rescheduled for July 30, 31 and August 1, 2021. The lineup will mostly stay intact with the exception of a new…
SPOKANE CO., Wash. — A Spokane County man has been arrested for reportedly stabbing his dog and throwing the injured animal in a dumpster to die. Witnesses called authorities to the scene near E. 57th Ave and S. Regal St.…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Health issued a new order on Thursday, requiring broader COVID-19 testing in long term care facilities and nursing homes. Effective Thursday, all staff and residents at long term care facilities will be…
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon’s top two courts on Thursday began reversing convictions by nonunanimous juries, the first of hundreds — and perhaps ultimately thousands — of cases that will be scrutinized after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in April…
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington state has recovered $300 million paid to criminals who used stolen personal information to file fraudulent unemployment benefit claims amid the COVID-19 crisis, officials said Thursday. Employment Security Department Commissioner Suzi LeVine said that she…
When a woman told a wildlife official she thought she'd seen a wolverine on the beach of Washington state's Long Beach Peninsula they didn't believe her.The elusive creatures live in remote mountainous areas and any sightings -- let alone on…
