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Washington State Law Protects Facebook Passwords at Work

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:19:00 EDT

Washington is now the fifth state in the country to legally protect social media passwords at the workplace and in job interviews.

AAA: More Driving, Less Flying on Memorial Day Weekend

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:42:00 EDT

AAA say it expects nearly 35 million Americans to travel at least 50 miles from home during Memorial Day weekend.

Yakima Police Trade Future Pay Increases for 74 New Cars

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:50:00 EDT

Yakima Police will give up their wages increases for the next two years in order to pay for a fleet of new cruisers.

Level III Sex Offender in Yakima County

Rachel Hoops — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:53:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash. -- The Yakima County Sheriff's Office wants to alert the public about a level three sex offender moving.47-year-old Ronald Munzanreder now lives on the 1500th block of Landon Avenue in Yakima. Munzanreder

Toppenish Police Looking for Drive-By Shooting Suspect

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:46:00 EDT

TOPPENISH, Wash. - Toppenish police say they are looking for a suspect accused of a drive-by shooting Tuesday morning.

Protestors in Yakima Urge Congress to Vote Against Amnesty Bill

Emily Bowman — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:40:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.-- A handful of people in our area joined a national movement Tuesday.

Yakima Man Accused of Killing a Former Cellmate Pleads Not Guilty

Emily Bowman — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:34:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.-- A Yakima man accused of killing a former cellmate said he is innocent.

USDA Recalling Foster Farms Chicken Strips

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:17:00 EDT

Foster Farms is recalling approximately 6,165 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast strips that contain wheat and soy, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label.

Suspicious Device Found Near Federal Building Not An Explosive

Emily Bowman — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:07:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash. - Yakima Police say a suspicious device found Tuesday afternoon near the Federal Building in downtown Yakima was not an explosive.

Police Arrest Gang Members After Stand Off in Toppenish

Laura Murray — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:42:00 EDT

Toppenish Police have released the name of the suspect they believe was involved in a drive-by shooting Tuesday morning.

Man in Critical Condition after Being Hit By Car in Yakima

Emily Bowman — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:35:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash. - A 54-year-old man is in critical condition after Yakima police say he was hit by a car Monday afternoon around 12:30.

Morning Power Pole Fire Causes Some Downtown Yakima Outages

Adam Beck — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:53:00 EDT

A small power pole fire knocked out electricity to a small part of downtown Yakima Wednesday.

US Customs Building In Yakima to Close for a Week

Adam Beck — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:50:00 EDT

The US Customs and Immigration Services building in Yakima will close down later this week while they install some upgrades to the building.

BBB Warns of Fake Charity Scams Following Okla. Tornado

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:00 EDT

Following the massive tornado in Oklahoma this week, the Better Business Bureau, Washington State Attorney General's Office and the Secretary of State are warning of bogus charities.

New Seahawks and Sounders FC License Plates to Benefit Children

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:35:00 EDT

Washington state Governor Jay Inslee says the state's newest license plate is a way for sports fans to give kids a great future.

Microsoft Reveals Xbox One as Newest Gaming Console

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:35:00 EDT

Microsoft thinks it has the one... The company has revealed the Xbox One, its next generation entertainment console.

Health Officials Asking Public to Report Dead Birds for West Nile Tracking

Aaron Hilf — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:39:00 EDT

West Nile virus season is starting to ramp up in our area.

City of Yakima Looking for Community Input on Panhandlers

Adam Beck — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:22:00 EDT

The city of Yakima is looking to further crack down on panhandlers; they're planning to take public input on the issue in June.

Semi Truck Rolls, Closes Highway 97 Ramp Near Union Gap

Rachel Hoops — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:21:00 EDT

Traffic near Union Gap is moving again after a semi truck rollover accident Monday evening.

Kids Eat Free With Nutrition Program Over Summer

Don Granese — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:22:00 EDT

RICHLAND, Wash.- We know that kids who are in need are able to get free meals when they go to school, but a program over the summer also gives these students a safe place to eat.

CPR: How You React...Life Or Death

Don Granese — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:13:00 EDT

KENNEWICK, Wash.- When someone is unconscious, not breathing or has no pulse, the first moments could mean life or death.

Naches Ranger District Prepares for Fire Season

Laura Murray — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:52:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--Once a fire gets going, crews said there are only so many ways you can attack it. The Naches Ranger District isn't taking any chances, and they carried out their first Underburn of the season.

Search for Human Remains Comes Up Empty Outside Naches

Aaron Hilf — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:36:00 EDT

Search and rescue crews in Yakima County say they came up empty after a two day search for more human remains after a skull was found last week.

Woman Found Dead Inside Boarded Up House Identified

Aaron Hilf — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:31:00 EDT

Yakima police have opened a homicide investigation after a woman was found dead inside a home.

City Holding Hearing for Cell Tower & Billboard Moratorium

Adam Beck — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:18:00 EDT

Yakima's City Council will take community comments tomorrow night on a moratorium on new cell phone towers and billboards.

Construction Keeping Section of 8th Avenue Closed Until Thursday

Adam Beck — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:17:00 EDT

The city of Yakima is extending the closure of a portion of 8th Avenue while crews finish repaving.

United to Restart Boeing 787 Flights

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:57:00 EDT

United Airlines is getting its Boeing 787s back in the air.

Deputies Arrest Two Men for Burglary, Fleeing to Grant County Airport

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:21:00 EDT

Two men from Kennewick and Othello are in the Grant County Jail after deputies say they burglarized a home and fled onto airport property.

Police Look for Texters and Talkers

Laura Murray — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:31:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--Buckle up and put the cell phone down. Starting Monday, drivers in Central Washington can expect to see more officers patrolling city and county roads as part of the "Click It Or Ticket" campaign.

First Color Run in the Yakima Valley is a Big Hit

Laura Murray — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:25:00 EDT

NACHES, Wash.--They went in clean and came out multi-colored.

Memorial Hospital Looking for Resignations

Aaron Hilf — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:29:00 EDT

Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital is trying to downsize.

National Trans. Safety Board Wants to Lower Allowed BAC to .05

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:25:00 EDT

The National Transportation Safety Board says states across the country should lower the allowed blood alcohol level for drivers from .08 BAC to .05 BAC.

Washington State Senate Considers Changes to DUI Penalties

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:04:00 EDT

A Washington state Senate committee has approved a plan to make changes to the state's impaired driving laws.

Rick Garza to Serve as Agency Director for State Liquor Control Board

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

Rick Garza will serve as the next agency director for the Washington State Liquor Control Board to lead the board's day-to-day operations.

Wash. Gov. Inslee Narrows List of Priorities for Special Session

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:53:00 EDT

Washington Governor Jay Inslee has narrowed his list of top priorities for lawmakers to address in a special session.

Yakima Man Killed in Single Vehicle Accident

Rachel Hoops — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:53:00 EDT

Washington State Patrol is investigating a fatal accident that killed one man Monday afternoon.

Yakima County Holding Economic Plan Public Hearing Today

Adam Beck — Tue, 14 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

Yakima and Kittitas Counties are closer to creating a new regional economic plan aimed at strengthening the local economy.

Yakima's Fire Hydrants Get a Fresh Coat of Paint

Laura Murray — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:38:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--Boy Scouts from Troop 141 did their part to improve Yakima's appearance Saturday.

Motorcycles and Miracles

Laura Murray — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:35:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--A non-profit motorcycle group turned up the music and shined up their hogs all for a good cause.

Yakima Valley Trolley Holds First Fundraiser

Laura Murray — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:30:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--The Yakima Valley Trolley Association is making moves to develop and restore the trolley line.

Community Clean Up in Terrace Heights

Laura Murray — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:26:00 EDT

TERRACE HEIGHTS, Wash.--More than 100 people from Block Watch, the Lions Club, Boy Scouts and the Terrace Heights Improvement Association worked hard to keep their community beautiful Saturday.

UPDATE: Deputies Arrest Two after Drive-By Shooting in Othello

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:31:00 EDT

UPDATE: The Adams County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people for their involvement in a drive-by shooting last week.

New Candidates Filing For Yakima City Council Seats

Adam Beck — Sat, 18 May 2013 02:24:00 EDT

New candidates continue to file for Yakima City Council seats.

More Hispanic Students Enrolling In College

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:16:00 EDT

RICHLAND, Wash. - College enrollment is steadily increasing and for Hispanic high school graduates, more of them are giving college a shot.

Biggest Loser Finalist to Run in Sage Rat Run in Prosser

Tracci Dial — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:39:00 EDT

A reality TV star is in town this weekend to cheer on and support runners in the Sage Rat River Run in Prosser Saturday.

Yakima Could See 74 More Patrol Cars Out on the Streets

Laura Murray — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:37:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--People living in Yakima could see more police patrolling their streets soon.

Kana Winery in Yakima Plans to Expand

Laura Murray — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:27:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--One of the oldest wineries in Downtown Yakima is expanding.

Discover the Dinosaurs Stops By the Yakima SunDome This Weekend

Adam Beck — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.-- Starting Friday night, Discover the Dinosaurs will stop by the Yakima SunDome for the weekend.

Chinook Pass Reopens

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:42:00 EDT

Crews opened Chinook Pass Friday morning and the Washington State Department of Transportation says drivers can make travel plans over State Route 410 this weekend.

Driver High on Meth Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:08:00 EDT

A driver who was high on methamphetamine when he hit two boys waiting for a school bus in Yakima was sentenced Thursday to 15 months in prison.

Ellensburg School Bond Vote Recount Underway

Aaron Hilf — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:13:00 EDT

The recount is on for Ellensburg's Middle School bond vote.

Richland Florist Sues WA Attorney General's Office in Gay Wedding Case

Breanna Gilroy — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:08:00 EDT

RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) - A florist who is the target of lawsuits for refusing to provide flowers for a same-sex wedding has filed her own lawsuit against the Washington Attorney General's Office.

Wheelchair Stolen from Disabled Yakima Girl

Aaron Hilf — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:48:00 EDT

It's no secret that thieves will strike if given the opportunity. This week, a Yakima family says their home became a target. But the only thing taken, was the one item that hurt the most, a little girl's wheelchair.

Firefighters Cautioning Property Owners About Controlled Burns

Adam Beck — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:40:00 EDT

A grass fire outside Zillah burned more than six acres of wildland area Wednesday before firefighters got it under control.

Connecting Communities Fiesta Fundraiser This Weekend

Adam Beck — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

La Casa Hogar in Yakima is holding their annual Connecting Communities Fiesta this weekend to bring in more money for their programs.

Local Officers Remember Those Killed in Line of Duty

Aaron Hilf — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:19:00 EDT

Law enforcement across the country took time Wednesday to honor those killed in the line of duty.

Salvation Army Honors Dale Carpenter for Service

Adam Beck — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:28:00 EDT

The Salvation Army surprised a major community member at their annual luncheon today with a major award.

Possible Underground Water Contamination on Yakama Indian Reservation

Emily Bowman — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:35:00 EDT

NBCRightNow.com - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is forcing two gas stations in the lower valley to close their underground interjection wells.

Human Skull Found Near Forest Service Road

Adam Beck — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:51:00 EDT

Authorities are investigating a human skull that turned up in the Nile area over the weekend.

Actors Needed for School Shooting Exercise

Kevin Shaub — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:23:00 EDT

The Zillah School District is looking for actors for an upcoming emergency drill to prepare educators and first responders for an active shooter event.

Washington Releases New Insurance Premium Plans

Adam Beck — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

Washington State has released plans for new insurance premiums under President Obama's healthcare law.

Cutting Hair to Raise Awareness for Autism

Laura Murray — Sat, 11 May 2013 22:12:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--Local stylists are chopping locks for a good cause. It's the Second Annual Autism Awareness Cut-A-Thon at Elite Academy and Spa.

Family Field Day in Yakima

Laura Murray — Sat, 11 May 2013 22:11:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--Around 1,500 families braved the heat for Family Field Day Saturday.

People Rally to Save Yakima's Track 29

Laura Murray — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:56:00 EDT

YAKIMA, Wash.--People stood on the outskirts of the Track 29 Retail Center in Yakima Saturday, waving signs and asking people to help save the downtown landmark.

WA Boat Operators Required to Pass Test in 2013

Kevin Shaub — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:06:00 EDT

If you plan to man the helm this spring and summer, you may need to bring along a boater education card.