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Yakima Police Seek Answers as Two Homicides Remain Unsolved
It's been over four days since Yakima's latest homicide, and police are still searching for answers following two violent shootings this month. On Monday, 37-year-old Mario Rique Giles was shot and killed in a gang-related incident near North Sixth and East F streets. Tragically, he died at the scene. This incident follows the shooting death of 30-year-old Tolerance Jackson, who was killed last Friday, August 23, in the area of North 18th Avenue and Willow Street.
Yakima resident gathers opposition to Terrace Heights annexation proposal
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash.-- You may recall our coverage of the Terrace Heights Annexation plan that the Yakima city council is contemplating, today one local resident is looking for petition signatures in opposition to the proposals. Vickie Gutheridge a Yakima citizen who lives in the area, held a petition signing in...
Tieton man charged with vehicular assault in drunken-driving crash that injured a man in Cowiche
A Tieton man is expected to be arraigned Tuesday on a charge that he injured another man in a drunken-driving crash. Yakima County prosecutors charged Lazaro Rebolledo-Gutierrez, 53 with vehicular assault in connection with an Aug. 8 crash in Cowiche. However, Yakima County court records show that he has not...
Washington summer storms help firefighters as drought deepens
SEATTLE - Drought conditions in central Washington have degraded slightly despite stretches of cooler and wetter weather conditions this summer. After rare thunderstorms brought lightning and heavy rain to the greater Seattle area, firefighters reported progress in battling wildfires across the region. On Monday, the remote Washington town of Stehekin...
Exciting: AAA Celebrating 120 Year Birthday in Washington
AAA Washington turns 120 this year and is celebrating its anniversary in major ways! As a thank-you to its 1.2 million members, AAA Washington is expanding current memberships some new benefits and perks at NO additioal cost. AAA Washington was founded 120 years ago by a group of Washingtonians obsessed...
High visibility patrols will target impaired drivers in King County this Labor Day weekend
In a bid to enhance roadway safety, the King County Target Zero Traffic Safety Coalition announced that it will be conducting High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) patrols throughout this Labor Day weekend. These patrols are focused on identifying and removing impaired drivers from the roads as part of the ongoing “100...
WSDA Asking You To Report Northern Giant Hornet Sightings
While no detections have been reported this year, the Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking everyone to be on the lookout for the Northern Giant Hornet. Formerly known as the Asian Giant, the Northern Giant is the world’s largest hornet, coming in at 1.5”-2” in length. The hornet also has a large orange head with prominent eyes and a black and orange/yellow striped abdomen.
Wildfire Risks High Ahead of Labor Day in WA: Campfire Bans in Effect
As the Labor Day weekend approaches, if you're camping don't forget about the ongoing fire hazards in Washington State. THERE'S GOOD REASON FOR CAMPFIRE BANS IN THE STATE. Campfire bans remain in effect as dry conditions and elevated temperatures have created a prime environment for wildfires, with several significant fires still burning throughout the region. The Pioneer Fire, located along the shores of Lake Chelan, has become the largest in the state, consuming 38,735 acres and currently only 23% contained.
Farmers ask WA Supreme Court to take up fuel exemptions case
Farmers and truckers are appealing a lower court ruling in a case that would have required the state to rethink its fuel exemption process under Washington’s cap-and-trade program. Farm fuel users have pushed the Department of Ecology to find fixes, saying under the Climate Commitment Act they’ve paid unfair surcharges on fuel that is supposed […]
Negative Equity Crisis Hits Washington & Market Conditions Worsen
As Washingtonians navigate the complexities of the current car market, many are facing severe financial challenges. Washington Car Owners Face the Financial Challenges of Negative Equity. As thousands of Washingtonians face the fallout from their car loans, many are finding themselves trapped in a troubling situation of negative equity. Recent...
Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools
(The Center Square) – As more school districts across the country move to ban cell phones during class time, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction has issued a call for Washington schools to overhaul their cell phone policies. Superintendent Chris Reykdal, who is running for reelection, issued new guidelines this week to encourage districts to implement policies that limit cell phone use during class time, starting in the 2025-26 school year. ...
Kennewick Police recognize man who jumped in to rescue neighbors from assault
KENNWICK, Wash.- Kennewick Police have recognized an outstanding individual through their newly launched 'Positive Policing' initiative, which rewards random selfless acts of kindness. The Kennewick Police Department says Andrew Acton intervened when he heard loud noises coming from his neighbor's home. Acton found a male assaulting his neighbors. KPD officials...
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