Hundreds rally in Richland for justice in George Floyd's death
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Hundreds of protestors gathered at John Dam Plaza for justice in the death of George Floyd on Saturday. The peaceful protestors marched along George Washington Way while holding signs and chanting. There was a period in which…
Unions celebrate new state protections for farm workers, but say the fight isn't over
Agricultural employers in Washington state must now provide their workers with face masks, more hand-washing stations and information about the coronavirus under new rules by the governor's office. “We are very pleased…
Yakima police chief picks NAACP representative, Latino church leader to help with use of force investigations
YAKIMA, Wash. — For several months, Yakima Police Chief Matt Murray has been working to find community members to join an independent investigative unit dedicated to examining officers’ use of…
Silverwood Theme Park is reopening this weekend
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…
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West Richland man running 100 miles to raise donations for Second Harvest
WEST RICHLAND, Wash. -- A West Richland ultramarathon runner is turning disappointment into motivation to be creative. Before Friday, Lance Harpe had done a few 50Ks and 50-mile races. He ran his…
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Pool sales increase amid coronavirus pandemic
HERMISTON, Ore. -- Businesses are seeing an increase in pool sales as public pools remain closed throughout Oregon and Washington. The owner of Inland Pool and Spa Centre in Hermiston said…
Police: Suspected burglar fatally shot by WA homeowner
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…
Wildhorse casino reopens following months-long closure due to pandemic
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…
Coronavirus has killed 89 people, infected more than 3,500 in Yakima County
YAKIMA, Wash. -- The coronavirus has killed 89 people and infected at least 3,502 in Yakima County, health officials said Friday. The Yakima Health District reported 122 new cases and two more deaths on Friday. It's the third day in…
Spokane’s first cat café to open ‘kitty lounge’ soon with phase 2 guidelines in place
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…
Another Asian giant hornet found in northwestern Washington
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…
Benton County leaders push to enter Phase 2
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. -- On Friday, Benton County administrators announced their intention to have the Board of County Commissioners consider applying for Benton County to be moved into Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Safe Start plan to reopen Washington's…
Tri-Citians plan to protest death of George Floyd at John Dam Plaza
RICHLAND, Wash. -- A local man is organizing a peaceful protest at John Dam Plaza on Saturday in response to the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Jaime Torres created a Facebook event page encouraging people to join him in…
WA virus order expiring, counties get more flexibility
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…
Several Washington campgrounds reopening Monday
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.…
Kittitas County Sheriff responds to George Floyd slaying
KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. -- Kittitas County Sheriff Clay Myers issued a statement Friday in response to the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota. Video from a bystander shows Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on Floyd's neck and ignoring his…
