West Richland’s winning streak: Has been named Washington’s best place to live for the sixth consecutive year, thanks to sunshine-filled parks, top-ranked elementary schools, strong safety, and below-average housing costs — find out why.
Federal budget may cut jobs: The latest federal spending proposal could trigger layoffs at Tri-Cities’ largest employer, putting hundreds of local workers on edge — find out what you need to know.
12 local spots fail inspections: Between July 5 and 11, the Benton Franklin Health District cited a dozen eateries for serious red violations—from improper hot and cold holding to raw meat storage and handwashing lapses — find out which ones.
A St/6th Ave upgrade: Pasco is set to install new sidewalks and flashing beacons to improve safety and walkability on the busy corridor — find out what this means for your neighborhood.
Red Flag Warning in Effect: Dry, warm, and windy conditions with gusts up to 35 mph and humidity as low as 10% are expected from 1 PM Thursday through 10 PM PDT Friday across central and eastern Oregon and south central Washington — find out what precautions to take.
Avelo Exits West Coast: Avelo Airlines will end its direct Tri-Cities–Burbank service in December as it shifts focus to East Coast hubs, while PSC maintains its other routes and eyes future additions — find out what’s next.
Other Tri Cities headlines this week
- Eastern Washington aquifer declining in most areas
- SE Washington, NE Oregon face fire warning
- Downtown Kennewick celebrates authentic Italian flavors Saturday
- Tri-Cities winery bracket final four opens
- Richland co-op offers farmers market daily
- New WA law reduces employee health costs
- Tree Top sued over unpaid Washington wages
- Moon-orbiting tree scheduled for Richland park
- Citizen scientists empower Kennewick’s McBones research