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Pioneer Fire growth slows, but heat wave looms
STEHEKIN — Firefighters battling the Pioneer Fire made modest gains Tuesday, but an impending heat wave threatens to reverse their progress. The fire, which has been burning since June 8, has now consumed 33,762 acres. Cooler weather on Tuesday allowed fire crews to make headway, particularly along the northern...
Several guns stolen in early morning break-in at Richland hardware store
Richland, Wash. — A break-in that resulted in several guns stolen took place in Richland early Wednesday morning. At around 2:30 in the morning, Richland Police say the thieves got access to Grigg's Ace Hardware off of George Washington Way by breaking a window. They then proceeded to steal several guns.
Yakima Revs Up for the Annual Vintiques National Car Show
Yakima's State Fair Park will be a busy place this coming weekend with hundreds of cars on display during the annual Vintiques National Car Show. This year's show is the 50th Anniversary of the show which is set for August 1-3 at Yakima's State Fair Park. The annual gathering of Vintiques draws members from throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State. So many retailers are closing these days and sadly a Washington State favorite is closing twelve stores in the PNW. Is Big Lots Closing In Washington State? What Stores Are Closing In WA?. I remember the first time...
Excessive heat warnings in place as we prepare for triple digit heat
We start off the month of August in true summer fashion; with widespread sunshine, calm winds, and hot temperatures. Daytime highs this afternoon will climb to the upper 90s across the region with overnight lows in the mid 60s. As we get ready for tomorrow, be prepared for even hotter temperatures.
Washington State Considering Killing Gray Wolves After Livestock Deaths
The Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is considering killing wolves after an investigation confirmed the predation of livestock in Stevens County. WDFW reports three calves were killed and four were injured near Colville in late July. The location was in the range of the Dominion pack. Wolves in the...
Clear, sunny skies and average temps before the triple digits return to the lowlands
Air Quality Alert for Yakima, Chelan, Okanogan, and Ferry Counties in Washington until further notice…. Regional wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues, irritate eyes, and cause a scratchy throat. Sensitive groups in Eastern Washington and Oregon could be at risk for smoke inhalation if air quality continues to worsen. Wildfire...
'They canceled me': Rep. Tarra Simmons fired by nonprofit she helped found
Tarra Simmons, the first formerly incarcerated person elected to the Washington state Legislature, was recently ousted from the criminal justice nonprofit she founded. She is now battling the organization’s leadership over that decision.
Hops' lose in walk-off fashion at first place Spokane
Losses don’t get much tougher than that. Despite a ninth inning lead and outhitting Spokane 13-7, the Hops dropped their series opener with the Indians 5-4 on Tuesday night, July 30, at Avista Stadium. Trailing by a run, Spokane loaded the bases off of Hops reliever Alfred Morillo in the bottom of the ninth inning, setting the table for Kyle Karros’ one-out double that plated EJ Andrews and Cole Carrigg...
Michigan Hiker Rescued By Two Northwest Women
A Michigan man is recovering after being rescued by two fellow hikers on a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail in Kittitas County. The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office says Erin Kinney of Snoqualmie and Letitia Moreno of Everett were hiking near Alaska Mountain when they heard someone calling for help from a nearby boulder field.
WA art exhibit underscores need for action to save orca
An art exhibit in Seattle is highlighting the dire situation for orca off the coast of Washington. The show, called SUPER POD: All Together features all the members of the endangered Southern Resident orca pods. Gabriel Newton, the artist behind the project, painted the whales in acrylic on 45 pieces...