Great news for Richland businesses! New grant program launches October 1st to help with costs and upgrades applevalleynewsnow.com/news/richland-…

Kennewick School District will staff all 17 of its elementary schools with School Safety Officers (SSOs) for the first time as students prepare to return to class next week. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/kennewick…

One man is in jail and police are working to find other suspects after a fight that involved bear spray and a gun fired into the ground last night, Walla Walla police said. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/walla-wal…

Heartfelt story from Grandview: A mother shares the challenges her son faces after being seriously injured in the August 16 shooting. The community rallies with prayers and support as he embarks on a long road to recovery. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/after-the…

From prayers to fundraisers, Grandview supports Nathen as he fights to heal. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/grandview…

McGwire Playground at Sunrise Rotary Park burned down Thursday morning - the THIRD time this community space in Yakima has been destroyed by suspected arson. Fire crews responded at 5 a.m. to extinguish the flames. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/yakima-pl…

🥵TOASTY END TO THE FAIR: The last two days will be noticeably hotter, especially when we make a run for 100 degrees on Saturday! #wawx

State Route 97 is open again after officials closed it on Thursday evening to deal with a fire that burned several acres of forest between Kittitas and Chelan Counties. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/aircraft-…

The FBI conducted a court-authorized search at former national security adviser John Bolton’s home and office as part of a renewed investigation into whether he disclosed classified information in his 2020 book. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/politics/…

Police officials are reminding the public to drive safely after a crash on Thursday evening that sent one person to the hospital and closed a busy road for some time. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/kennewick…

A Milton-Freewater man is in jail on charges of sexual abuse after a juvenile victim worked with police to help them identify him as the suspect, Milton-Freewater police said. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/milton-fr…

The judge in the case of a man accused of stabbing a Pasco school bus driver in fall 2021 has denied the defendant’s plea for acquittal by reason of insanity, adding another chapter to a years-long court process. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/insanity-…

A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking case. The rulings were a resounding repudiation of the Justice Department's effort to unlock the records. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/shareable…

Another small-town service lost: Milton-Freewater DMV temporarily closing Aug 27. Residents face longer drives to Hermiston/Pendleton. Oregon's hiring freeze continues to impact across the state. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/oregon-dm…

Trail riders: Want to sharpen your real-world skills? This weekend's equine competition in Hermiston tests practical abilities through obstacle courses & trail challenges. Perfect training for actual outdoor adventures! applevalleynewsnow.com/news/a-hermist…

New principal at Yakama Nation Tribal School building positive culture through relationships and cultural activities applevalleynewsnow.com/news/new-princ…

Officials said the forward progress of a brush fire east of Kennewick fire has been halted, but crews will be on the scene for a few more hours to mop up. At least one home was burned in the fire. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/firefight…

After multiple fires in Kittitas County, and with several days of very hot weather in the forecast, fire officials are warning residents to be extra cautious and extra diligent when practicing fire safety. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/kittitas-…

Pasco Basin water rights overhaul: What it means for local agriculture applevalleynewsnow.com/news/pasco-bas…

Areas surrounding the Rock Island Campground in Chelan County will be closed to the public starting today as the FBI combs the area for evidence related to Travis Decker, who is believed to have killed his three daughters and disappeared into the woods. applevalleynewsnow.com/news/usfs-clos…