Benton County

The Benton Franklin School District issued information to Kennewick, and other Benton County School Districts, as well as North Franklin in Franklin. Why not Pasco? Find out in story.

Fire danger remains high, 100 degrees Friday, 98 Sat and Sun. Cooler Labor Day, 89.

The primary election in Benton and Franklin counties saw a record number of ballots mailed in but sadly more than 2,000 votes didn't count for one simple reason.

Car ended up on it's side in a field.

A number of people commenting on the crash said this area known for speeders, and they're not surprised this occurred.

Deputies 'coaxed' suspect out from hiding place.

Especially with the River Of Fire and Grand Ol' Fourth celebrations being snuffed out, authorities are getting ready for what's possibly going to be VERY increased neighborhood fireworks shows.

Thursday afternoon, child fell into a shallow wading pool with between 12-18 inches of water.

This is new, most of the time stolen stripped vehicles are set on fire and destroyed.

The crash left the vehicle at least 30-40 yards from the road.

Driver was not paying attention at railroad crossing with no drop gates, back of truck torn off by train.