Yakima Co. investigators struggle with violent weekend that left 4 dead, 5 injured
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Investigators are struggling to keep up with the caseload after a series of violent crimes across Yakima County over…
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Shooting suspect killed by Yakima County Sheriff deputies
SUNNYSIDE, Wash. — A suspect in a weekend shooting in the Yakima area was shot and killed by police. The Yakima Valley Special Investigations Unit is investigating the shooting they say happened around 1:25 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, near…
Moxee murder suspects identified, deemed "armed and dangerous" by police
UPDATE at 4:15 p.m. on Aug. 8: Police officers in Moxee have released the identities of a homicide victim and two suspects who have active warrants for their arrest for first-degree murder. Trinidad Magana-Chavez is wanted…
Yakima County burn ban violators could face criminal charges and costly fines
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Fire officials are pleading with the public to take the Yakima County burn ban seriously because the last thing they…
Yakima pediatrician named 'Local Hero' for his vast impact on children's health
YAKIMA, Wash. — One of five doctors across the nation to be named a 'Local Hero,' Dr. Peter Asante is being recognized by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for making a difference in the health of Yakima's youth through…
Yakama Reservation's 40+ missing person cases could be solved by forming WA cold case unit
YAKAMA NATION — Washington State Patrol's latest list of missing indigenous persons has at least 40 cases involving people missing from…
City of Toppenish makes repairs to Elmwood Cemetery after complaints
TOPPENISH, Wash. — Cemeteries are a place to remember, honor and pay tribute to those we’ve lost. R. Evans, a resident of Yakima, visited his…
Father killed, son injured in fiery attack on a Sunnyside home, suspects at large
SUNNYSIDE, Wash. — One man was killed and another was wounded when unknown suspect(s) allegedly tried to light their house on fire and shot it up instead when it wouldn't fully ignite. Yakima County investigators are trying to figure out…
Wanted gang member located, arrested in Toppenish
YAKIMA, Wash. — A known gang member wanted for charges of attempted murder in Whatcom County and taking a female hostage and shooting at officers in Lynnwood, WA has been arrested in Toppenish. According to a release from the Yakima…
Yakima County home, vehicles destroyed by fire
YAKIMA, Wash. — A home in rural Yakima County was destroyed by fire Wednesday evening, Aug. 3. Yakima County Fire District No. 5 posted images of the burned out structure at 7:42 p.m. The images show what appears to…
Selah businesses rally to help 50+ people who lost everything in apartment complex fire
SELAH, Wash. — More than 50 people lost nearly everything in a fire that destroyed a Selah apartment building; now, local businesses…
Cow Canyon Fire at 90% containment, crews begin to clear out
FINAL UPDATE: The Vantage Highway & Cow Canyon wildfires are almost completely contained UPDATE at 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 5: Structures to the north of the Cow Canyon Fire are being prepared in case the blaze moves in their…
Primary Election results: The latest updates on state & local voting
KENNEWICK, Wash. — The next wave of primary election results is being reported across Eastern Washington. To view the latest results from your area, click on your county's name from the following list: Benton County, Franklin County, Yakima County, Kittitas County, Walla…
Massive Selah apartment complex fire displaces more than 50 people
SELAH, Wash. — More than 50 people were displaced by an apartment complex fire that destroyed the building and ravaged their belongings, but miraculously, no one was injured in the process. According to the Selah Fire Department, firefighters were…
Low voter turnout persists in Yakima County despite outreach efforts
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Election officials report that despite outreach efforts over the years, Yakima County continues to have some of the lowest voter turnout in…
Ex-boyfriend accused of shooting at Sunnyside apartment, injuring teen
SUNNYSIDE, Wash. — 28-year-old Julian Juarez is wanted by police investigators in Yakima County for allegedly firing multiple gunshots at his ex-girlfriend's apartment when his demands to be let inside were ignored. According to the Sunnyside Police Department, officers were…
Toppenish High School teacher wanted for allegedly having sex with student
TOPPENISH, Wash. — Yakima County law…
Still need to vote in the primary election? Find ballot drop boxes near you.
Elections staff in several counties in Southeast Washington report the number of early ballot returns is consistent with previous primary elections, but remain hopeful for better voter turnout. Rosa Cano, bilingual elections program coordinator for Franklin County, said the majority…
Cougar euthanized near Selah—YCSO suspects it killed dozens of animals
SELAH, Wash. — After months of searching, wildlife leaders and law enforcement in the Wenas area of Yakima County located and later euthanized a cougar they believe was responsible for killing dozens of animals in the region over recent months.…
Yakima County coroner's cadaver dog safer in the heat thanks to new alarm system
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — While other dogs can usually stay at home when it's over 100 degrees outside, the K9 officers in…
Yakima, Tri-Cities power companies say they're prepared for heat wave
Hot weather means more people using their air conditioning and putting a stress on energy resources in the Pacific Northwest, but power companies in Yakima and…
Is organic better? Yakima Valley College student researchers want to know
YAKIMA, Wash. — Yakima Valley College students have spent their summer trying to figure out whether organic produce is really the best choice for the…
How will WSDOT re-route WB traffic on I-82 near Selah during Aug. bridge repairs?
SELAH, Wash. — Starting in early August, the Washington State Department of Transportation will be closing a section of I-82 westbound to make…
Health leaders observe first Monkeypox case in Yakima County
YAKIMA, Wash. — One subject in Yakima County has tested positive for monkeypox as is isolating at home through their infectious stage, according to local health leaders. In a public notice issued on July 28, the Yakima Health District confirmed…
