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Best Albums of 2026 (So Far)
What a 2026 it's already been! Here's the best rock and metal albums of the year... so far!
Chilean Observatory Cranks up Massive 3,200 Megapixel Camera (Your Phone Camera Is 12 to 24)
The world famous Rubin Observatory has begun photographing the night sky with a camera that's 133 times bigger than your phone
UPDATE–Another Person of Interest Sought in Violent Adams County Assault
Now, the Adams County Sheriff's Office is seeking a second person of interest in a brutal assault from last Sunday.
Ex-Sick Puppies Singer on Breakup – The Lesson Every Band Needs
The former Sick Puppies singer is turning the downfall of his band into a lesson for other musicians.
List of 4th of July Events in the Yakima Valley
The Fourth of July is a few days away, and several communities in Yakima Valley area are hosting public celebrations. Here's 10 events to choose from!
Hall Pass Cash 2026: Get Ready for a New School Year With a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Wanna win a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card to help you prep for a new school year?
Get Ready for the Yakima Valley Quilters Treasure Trunk Sale
If you love crafting, you'll want to stop by and check out the selection of donated fabrics, notions, and more.
Moses Lake PD K-9 Takedown of Armed Assault Suspect Captured in Epic Picture
The MLPD has now released an image from the dog handler's body cam, showing takedown Sunday evening.
What did Washington contribute to the “America 250 time capsule”?
Washington's birthday gifts to America might leave you wanting more. A proclamation and a letter? Let's just say, some states went a little bolder.
WR Animal Control Has a Simple Ask Before the Fireworks Start
West Richland Animal Control has a quiet but serious reminder for anyone with a four-legged family member heading into the holiday weekend.
4 Caught on Camera Poaching Dungeness Crab—Video Shows All
Most people leave the beach with a cooler. These four were walking out with 21 crabs sewn into their clothing — and a citation to go with it.
Kuki Izakaya Celebrates Grand Opening at Vista Field in Kennewick
The ribbon was officially cut this morning at Vista Field, welcoming Kuki Izakaya into the community with all the fanfare a brand-new restaurant deserves.
Expanded Drinking Zones Bring New Life To World Cup Celebrations
Seattle's gearing up for a fresh kind of World Cup experience, with street celebrations and a little less red tape around alcohol. Sounds like a game-changer!
Kennewick Police–2025 Annual Report Shows Overall Crime Dropped 19 Percent
violent crime also dropped noticeably, as did property crimes
Cool Desert Nights Admits Error After Wrong Winners Awarded
The Cool Desert Nights Committee have publicly apologized after discovering a judging error that caused multiple awards to be awarded to the wrong people.
10 Can't-Miss Events Around the Tri-Cities This Week
Looking for something fun to do around the Tri-Cities this week? Here's a look at 10 of the biggest events happening across Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and the surrounding area.
Hair Metal Songs You Didn’t Know Are Covers
You probably sang these songs at the top of your lungs without realizing some of them were already a decade old!
WA State Drug Overdose Tracker, Week of June 22-26, More Shocking Age Data
The Center Square, utilizing King County Coroner data, is compiling weekly updates about deaths in WA (King County) to spotlight our state's drug problems.