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Semi truck, two-car crash blocks state Route 12
WALLULA, Wash.- Washington State Patrol responded to a crash involving two cars anda semi truck on U.S. 12 Saturday morning. Trooper Chris Thorson said crews closed Route 12 at milepost 310 while they responded to the crash. WSP reported minor injuries and said the road has been reopened. This is...
Kennewick homeowner touched by contractor's generosity in deck rebuild project
Kennewick, Wash. — You may remember last week, we brought you a story about a local contractor stepping up to replace a deck, after a police incident in a Kennewick backyard. We're pleased to announce this week the project is complete. Homeowner Kim Wiberg tells us she's very pleased...
Driver arrested in Kennewick after hitting fence, pulling gun
A driver in Kennewick was arrested after hitting a fence and then reportedly pulling a gun during an argument with another driver. The driver was booked into the Benton County Jail on suspicion of assault, hit-and-run, unlawful possession of a firearm and DUI.
Salmon, steelhead season extended on Columbia River
OLYMPIA — The recreational fishing season for salmon and steelhead on the Columbia River has been extended, including the section of river downstream from the Highway 395 bridge in Pasco. Fishing for hatchery Chinook and sockeye will be allowed from June 16 to 30, and under slightly different rules...
Professional soccer players visit Pasco elementary schools after All-Star Championship
PASCO, Wash. — Two teams triumphed in the All-Star Soccer Championship games held for Pasco elementary schools just a few weeks ago. The students received more than just a trophy for their wins. That reward was two professional soccer players stopping by the schools to congratulate those students and inspire them to continue their soccer careers.
Local counties facing a public defense crisis amid new state mandates and costs
Franklin County, Wash. — An important discussion Wednesday morning at the Hapo Center in Pasco regarding the public defense crisis. Franklin County leaders tell us the issue comes down to stipulations made to the Council on Public Defense by the State's Board of Governors. The new rules would have attorneys handling less cases while costing the county around $3,000,000 in extra costs.
Child nearly drowns in Columbia River north of Pasco
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Wash. - A young child almost drowned in the Columbia River north of Pasco on Friday, according to Duty Officer Jose Garcia from Franklin County Fire District 3. Garcia says emergency crews were called to a water rescue at the Esquatzel Diversion Channel runoff into the Columbia River....
West Court Street in Pasco to see partial closure starting June 12 for construction
PASCO, Wash. - A part of West Court Street in Pasco will be closed from Wed., June 12 until Thu., June 27 for construction, according to the City of Pasco. The City says utility installation and roadway restoration will close West Court Street from the I-182 underpass to Harris Road. During that time, only local traffic will be able to access the road.
Youth helpline with roots in the Tri-Cities launched statewide
OLYMPIA, Wash.-Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced the launch of a statewide youth helpline on June 11, an effort that began at the grassroots level in the Tri-Cities in 2016. A first-of-its-kind statewide reporting system, HearMeWa is exclusively focused on the safety and well-being of young people, and makes it easy...
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