Yakima-Pasco News

Tri-City Herald

• FIRE: Firefighters fighting blaze at Kennewick used sales lot

  Tri-City Herald – Thu Dec 10, 6:46 pm ET  

  Kennewick fire and police are responding to a commercial structure fire at First Avenue Auto Sales, Full Story »

• DONATION: Hanford contractor gives $500,000 to CBC, WSU Tri-Cities

  Tri-City Herald – Thu Dec 10, 5:17 pm ET  

  Hanford’s tank operations contractor, Washington River Protection Solutions, today announ Full Story »

• MISHAP: Moses Lake bird hunter accidentally shoots himself

  Tri-City Herald – Thu Dec 10, 3:29 pm ET  

  A Moses Lake hunter is at a Spokane hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the face with a Full Story »

• HANFORD: Economic stimulus money per county resident

  Tri-City Herald – Thu Dec 10, 3:06 pm ET  

  The amount of federal economic stimulus money set to flow through Benton County comes to $12,859 per Full Story »

• WEATHER: Jason Lee in Richland to dismiss students early

  Tri-City Herald – Thu Dec 10, 1:52 pm ET  

  Jason Lee Elementary School will dismiss students at 12:45 p.m. today due to dropping temperatures i Full Story »

The Daily News

• Siblings cherish long-awaited reunion with birth mother on Thanksgiving

  The Daily News – Tue Dec 8, 4:21 am ET  

  For Helen Ford, finding her birth mother four months ago was “exciting, but scary.” Full Story »

• Freezing cold prompts Kelso church to open emergency shelter

  The Daily News – Tue Dec 8, 2:54 am ET  

  Due to this week’s freezing temperatures, a Kelso church has opened an overnight shelter for the homeless, and Community House in Longview is allowing people to sleep in its lobby. Full Story »

• Wood stove blamed for Kelso house fire; officials urge caution with home heating

  The Daily News – Tue Dec 8, 2:54 am ET  

  A house fire Friday in Kelso was caused by a piping-hot wood stove, Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue said. Full Story »

• Tip leads to arrest in string of burglaries

  The Daily News – Tue Dec 8, 2:53 am ET  

  Thanks to an alert citizen’s call to the Crime Stoppers tip line, Cowlitz County sheriff’s deputies arrested a man suspected of committing in nine burglaries and thefts in Cowlitz County. The arrest also clears at least one Clark County case, according to the sheriff’s office. Full Story »

• Longview Fibre to shut down No. 6 paper machine

  The Daily News – Tue Dec 8, 2:53 am ET  

  Longview Fibre Paper and Packaging Inc. will temporarily shut down its No. 6 paper machine in January and reassign 32 employees to other machines, company spokeswoman Sarah Taydas said Monday. Full Story »

KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities

• Beau's final days after a life of neglect

  KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities – 39 mins ago  

  Beau was a gelding in his mid 20's who was suffering from malnourishment and overgrown, split hooves. Full Story »

• Turmoil continues at radio KDNA

  KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities – 2 hrs 11 mins ago  

  Turmoil at Spanish-language radio station KDNA continues long after the end of an employee strike, with employees staging a sit-in Wednesday night that carried into Thursday. Full Story »

• Richland looking for seniors eligible for help with heating bills

  KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities – Thu Dec 10, 2:25 pm ET  

  This frigid weather doesn't help senior citizens who are keeping one eye on their thermostat and the other on their budget. Full Story »

• Two women hit by car in Yakima; One dead

  KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities – Thu Dec 10, 2:25 pm ET  

  One woman is dead after being hit by a car on Nob Hill Boulevard in Yakima. The accident happened Tuesday just after 6:30 p.m. Full Story »

• Jason Lee Elementary dismisses early due to cold

  KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities – Thu Dec 10, 2:10 pm ET  

  The Richland School District says Jason Lee Elementary School will dismiss students at 12:45 today (Thursday) due to lack of heat. Full Story »

Yakima Herald-Republic

• This is no stuffy 'Nutcracker'

  Yakima Herald-Republic – 2 hrs 59 mins ago  

  Yun-Kyung Kim as the Sugar Plum Fairy performs with Yakima dance students in the 2007 "Nutcracker" at the Capitol Theatre. Full Story »

• Acclaimed troubadour Prophet to play the Sports Center

  Yakima Herald-Republic – Thu Dec 10, 7:24 pm ET  

  Chuck Prophet says he didn't set out to make a statement with his new album, "Let Freedom Ring!," but the wounded America in full bloom on the record does function as a sort of artist's State of the Union. Full Story »

• The Indoorsman -- A very merry Christmas wish list

  Yakima Herald-Republic – Thu Dec 10, 7:24 pm ET  

  My loved ones have been on my case for a Christmas wish list, so I finally put one together last weekend. Full Story »

• Arboretum's luminaria will brighten the night

  Yakima Herald-Republic – Thu Dec 10, 7:23 pm ET  

  It's going to be cold, but it's going to be worth it. Today and Saturday, the Yakima Area Arboretuem becomes even more breathtakingly beautiful as it hosts its annual luminaria. Thousands of candles in white paper bags will line the arboretum's paths, offering a host of routes for self-guided tours. Full Story »

• 12/11/09 Film clips

  Yakima Herald-Republic – Thu Dec 10, 7:23 pm ET  

  "I HOPE THEY SERVE BEER IN HELL" -- This adaptation of Tucker Max's best-seller about his carousing and womanizing centers on a bachelor road trip gone bad. Starring Matt Czuchry, Jesse Bradford, Geoff Stults and Traci Lords. Directed by Bob Gosse. Full Story »

The Daily Record

• K9 to 5: Bazuka's charge? To find those stranded in snow

  The Daily Record – Thu Dec 10, 5:12 pm ET  

  Editor’s note: This is the first installment in a four-part series on working dogs. Full Story »

• CWU faces $3 million in possible cuts

  The Daily Record – Thu Dec 10, 5:12 pm ET  

  ELLENSBURG — Central Washington University administrators received word Wednesday that the university could face a $3 million budget cut after next year’s legislative session — if things go the way Gov. Chris Gregoire is proposing. Full Story »

• Cle Elum council passes 2010 budget

  The Daily Record – Thu Dec 10, 5:12 pm ET  

  CLE ELUM — The Cle Elum City Council has approved an $11.2 million budget for 2010, down slightly from the $11.4 million budget the council approved a year ago. Full Story »

• Group stands silent for peace at Ellensburg post office

  The Daily Record – Thu Dec 10, 5:12 pm ET  

  ELLENSBURG — These protesters were not looking for an argument. Full Story »

• Ellensburg council passes utility rate increase

  The Daily Record – Thu Dec 10, 5:12 pm ET  

  ELLENSBURG — The Ellensburg City Council passed a rate increase for gas, water and sewer utilities, as well as a fee increase for electricity Monday night. Full Story »

Walla Walla Union-Bulletin

• Support wells up in fire's wake

  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin – Thu Dec 10, 5:00 pm ET  

  Several fundraisers are in the works to assist workers idled by the major fire at Mr. Ed's. Full Story »

• Bridge opening delayed

  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin – Thu Dec 10, 5:00 pm ET  

  A dispute over drilling is at the heart of a delay in the expected completion of the Palouse Street bridge. Full Story »

• Church's fundraiser runneth over; local school benefits

  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin – Thu Dec 10, 5:00 pm ET  

  of the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin Children in a Jamaican orphanage will soon have a new playground following a church's recent fundraiser. And because of overwhelming community support, local children will get new play equipment as well. Full Story »

• Pig ears, beef hoof treats recalled

  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin – Thu Dec 10, 5:00 pm ET  

  Pet Carousel has initiated a recall of all pig ears and all varieties of beef hoof pet treats because the products may be contaminated with salmonella, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports. The problem was discovered after FDA testing found positive results for salmonella in pig ears and beef hoof products. Full Story »

• Fourth Avenue home damaged by Wednesday afternoon fire

  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin – Thu Dec 10, 5:00 pm ET  

  The blaze appears to have been caused by faulty wiring in the home's attic, a fire official said. Full Story »

KAPP Yakima

• Death Penalty Possible For Defendant

  KAPP Yakima – Wed Dec 9, 9:35 pm ET  

  YAKIMA -- A man facing a murder charge in the death of a Sunnyside girl may also face the death penalty. Jesus Perales is accused of killing 14 year-old Francisca Ramirez. Police say Perales stabbed Ramirez because she had planned to make rape accusations. Full Story »

• Deputy Police Chief Cleared Of "Creating Hostile Workplace"

  KAPP Yakima – Wed Dec 9, 9:35 pm ET  

  YAKIMA -- His fellow officers accused him of creating a hostile workplace. Now an inquiry clears Yakima deputy police chief Kelly Rosenow, of no-confidence allegations. Full Story »

• Two Women Hit By Car While Crossing The Street

  KAPP Yakima – Tue Dec 8, 10:50 pm ET  

  YAKIMA -- Two women are hurt after being hit by a car while crossing a Yakima street. The accident happened around seven tonight. Police say the women in their twenties, crossed Nob Hill Boulevard at Eleventh Avenue. One car stopped for them, but another didn't. Full Story »

• Block Watch Working For One Neighborhood

  KAPP Yakima – Tue Dec 8, 10:50 pm ET  

  WEST VALLEY -- Some West Valley residents are thrilled their neighborhood block watch program is working. Residents near Church Avenue formed their own block watch earlier this year. They've noticed crime going up in their area, and wanted to do something to fight back. Full Story »

• Staying Warm During Cold Weather

  KAPP Yakima – Mon Dec 7, 9:20 pm ET  

  UNION GAP -- From those who have to work in the cold, to those who help people stay warm in this weather, both can be a daunting task. As a barista for Brewlesque Espresso in Union Gap, it's Krystal Johnson's job to wear lingerie, no matter how hot or cold it is outside. Full Story »

KIMA Yakima

• H1N1 Vaccine Will Be Available To Everyone Starting Monday

  KIMA Yakima – 30 mins ago  

  Dose after dose of h1n1 vaccine have been sent to yakima county, but not everyone could get it. If you didn't qualify, it meant weeks of waiting. On monday your wait will be over. The district didn't plan on announcing this until tomorrow, but that was before Action News showed up asking questions. Full Story »

• CWU Bracing For Another Round Of Million Dollar Cuts

  KIMA Yakima – 30 mins ago  

  'It has the potential to be devastating.' That's the word from Central Washington University officials. The latest round of budget cuts could knock their budget down by $3 million, not including $12 million in tuition assistance. Full Story »

• Leaf Bags Could Cost You

  KIMA Yakima – Thu Dec 10, 2:39 am ET  

  Your leaf bags may earn you a fine if you leave them on the curb. Full Story »

• 20-year-old Dies After Being Hit by a Car

  KIMA Yakima – Thu Dec 10, 2:38 am ET  

  We've learned that one of the young women hit by a car Tuesday night has died. Full Story »

• Shopping Carts Still a Problem in Yakima

  KIMA Yakima – Thu Dec 10, 2:23 am ET  

  We're still seeing shopping carts left throughout Yakima even after a new ordinance aiming to stop it took effect. We were the first to tell you about the ordinance and now nearly a half of a year later, Action News finds out if it's working. Full Story »

KVEW Kennewick

• Fire Tears Through Auto Lot Building

  KVEW Kennewick – 41 mins ago  

  KENNEWICK -- A fire at First Avenue Auto Sales in Kennewick sends a black cloud of smoke into the air. The fire was reported around 3:30 Thursday Afternoon. Full Story »

• Wash. Parks and Rec Strikes Back At McCain

  KVEW Kennewick – 41 mins ago  

  OLYMPIA -- Washington Parks and Recreation is striking back at Republican Sen. John McCain for putting it on a list of wasteful government stimulus spending. Full Story »

• New Lessons Along The River

  KVEW Kennewick – 57 mins ago  

  PASCO -- You might notice new signs if you walk along the Sacajawea Heritage Trail in the Tri-Cities. The Columbia Center Rotary is working to install granite stones along the 23 mile walkway. Full Story »

• Pasco Police Searching For Stabbing Suspect

  KVEW Kennewick – Thu Dec 10, 12:27 pm ET  

  On Wednesday night at approximately 11:30 p.m. Pasco Police investigated a stabbing that occurred at the Stonegate Apartments on Road 68. A 22-year-old man of Pasco, Henry Henning was stabbed multiple times during an altercation. Full Story »

• "Caffeine Psychosis" Used As Defense In WSU Hit And Run

  KVEW Kennewick – Wed Dec 9, 10:12 pm ET  

  COLFAX -- The Idaho motorist charged with striking down two pedestrians on the Washington State University campus may be suffering from "caffeine psychosis." Full Story »

KEPR Pasco

• Pendleton Seeks Answers To 395/I-84 Traffic

  KEPR Pasco – 31 mins ago  

  Slow Traffic and Long Lights Need to be Fixed at Exit 209 Full Story »

• Budget Cuts Could Slice Deep for Local Services

  KEPR Pasco – Wed Dec 9, 11:22 pm ET  

  Hundreds of programs used by thousands in the Tri-Cities are on the chopping block. Gov. Chris Gregoire released a supplemental budget with severe cuts Wednesday, cuts even she thinks go too far. Full Story »

• Local Law Enforcement Caravan to Tacoma

  KEPR Pasco – Wed Dec 9, 10:23 pm ET  

  Hours before the police memorial procession in Tacoma, local police organized a smaller procession here in the Tri-Cities. Full Story »

• Walla Walla Pen Cuts

  KEPR Pasco – Wed Dec 9, 10:23 pm ET  

  State budget cuts announced this week mean one unit of the Walla Walla Pen will be shut down. Full Story »

• COURAGE UNDER FIRE: Local Officer Honored with Medal of Valor

  KEPR Pasco – Wed Dec 9, 10:23 pm ET  

  After a daring rescue during a fiery crash on I-182, a local officer receives the highest award in law enforcement. Full Story »