Benton County

Residents are on high alert as scammers are dialing in, pretending to be law enforcement. It’s a reminder to keep your guard up and verify before you act.

There's a storm brewing at Ben Franklin Transit, and it's not just about the buses.

The recent court ruling has left many reflecting on the challenges of protecting our children and the complexities of rehabilitation.

In the heart of Finley, deputies had their hands full with a driver in distress and some troubling vehicle prowls. Let's break down what happened.

Ever wonder who Benton & Franklin Counties are named after?

Tom Croskrey’s brief but impactful term as sheriff highlights the challenges and victories in local law enforcement. What’s next for the county?

A disease that's rewriting the record books in California has been detected in Washington State, more specifically, the Central and Eastern areas.

Further investigation revealed the driver had an active felony warrant for allegedly trafficking narcotics out of Mississippi.

The suspect fled the scene as a passenger in a white Chevy Tahoe traveling toward Prosser.

NEVER share any personal or financial information with any caller.

According to the state Department of Ecology, drought conditions continue in central Washington and may be developing in the northern and even western parts of the state.  And the recent Water Supply Availability Committee meeting indicated existing drought conditions are likely to persist through the summer, and in some areas, conditions may worsen. T...

A pair of dogs at the Benton County Canine Shelter need a loving home as soon as possible. The dogs, one male and one female, have been together so long that they are bonded together.