Are Red Light Cameras The Answer to Traffic Problems in Yakima?
In 2021 the Yakima Police Department made a presentation to the city about installing Red Light cameras to help put a stop to the problem. Continue reading…
View ArticleDrivers Ignoring Traffic Stops Leading To Chases in Union Gap
Chief Greg Cobb says before the police chase law was changed the department saw an average of 3 chases each year. Continue reading…
View ArticleFewer Red Light Runners But Lots of Speed Demons in Yakima
For the first time in months Yakima Police say collisions caused by drivers not stopping for a red light are down by half. Continue reading…
View ArticleIn The Market For a New Home in Yakima? Expect to Pay More
According to Cory Bemis, owner of Yakima's John L. Scott Real Estate the 2023 Year to Date Median Home Sales Price in the Yakima is $329,995. Continue reading…
View ArticleNo Plastic Bags in Curbside Recycle Bin But You Can Still Recycle
If you use plastic bags you have options. You can re-use them as garbage bags or for other items or you can recycle them Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima City Council Talks Homelessness During Study Session
The Yakima City Council is talking about homelessness during a study session at Yakima City Hall Tuesday. The meeting starts at 5:00 pm. Continue reading…
View ArticleDriving Drunk? Yakima Police Say a Jail Cell is Waiting For You
During the week of April 2 through April 8 officers made a total of 775 traffic stops and arrested 11 drivers for driving under the influence. Continue reading…
View ArticleFree Books and Free Fun at Yakima Libraries This Month
Free books are part of the fun as well. Library officials say children and teens at the Yakima and Sunnyside events will be able to grab a free book to take home. Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima Airport Issues Another Poll: Where Do You Want to Fly?
Airport officials say the poll also offers an option for respondents to write in other destinations not on the list. Continue reading…
View ArticleA Summer of Gang Assaults and Killings in Washington State Beware
SAN SALVADOR, EL SALVADOR - MAY 20: M18 gang members looks out through the bars of the designated M18 'gang cage' in the Quezaltepeque police station May 20, 2013 in San Salvador, El Salvador. These...
View ArticleIt’s a May Day Tradition and The March is Back in Yakima
The march starts at 5:00 pm Monday at the Henry Beauchamp Community Center, at 1211 S. Seventh Street. Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima Coroner Says He’s Back and Better After Treatment For PTSD
Curtis says the incident in which he struggled with a Deputy was the result of his challenge with his mental health after serving as an EMT and Paramedic since 1991. Continue reading…
View ArticleIt’s a Deadly Year So Far in Yakima With Drug Overdoses
. Many people are using the drug and some are overdosing. Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima Tourism About To Heat Up In The Valley Just Like the Temps
Thousands of tourists spend time and money in the Yakima Valley during the summer months and officials at Yakima Valley Tourism say it's expected to be another successful year. Continue reading…
View ArticleWashington Congressman Wants To Save Lives Taken By Fentanyl
The Task Force is a working group led by Rep. Newhouse consisting of groups and individuals on the local and state levels who are on the front lines Continue reading…
View ArticleAfter That Long Memorial Drive It’s Time To Fill The Tank
If you're filling the tank in Yakima gas prices are up 14.1 cent per gallon in the last week selling for an average of $4.41 a gallon Continue reading…
View ArticleEscapees Including Killer From Yakima Back in Custody
In the escape police say the teens assaulted a staff member of the facility and stole a vehicle. Continue reading…
View ArticleA Big Move For the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market Set for June 25
Market officials had hoped to move in earlier but the move has been delayed. Continue reading…
View ArticleTake The Long Way Home Part of 64th Avenue Closed This Week
That means there's a major closure. 64th Avenue is currently closed between Nob Hill Boulevard and Washington Avenue 24 hours a day, May 8- through 12. Continue reading…
View ArticleToppenish Motel Has Seen Two Murders No Arrests This Month
Authorities in Toppenish are investigating a fatal shooting at the El Corral Motel reported on Wednesday. Continue reading…
View ArticleTasty Wine, Food, Big Crowds at Spring Barrel Tasting In Yakima
The wine was pouring at Yakima area wineries over the past weekend for pre-spring barrel tasting in the Yakima valley. Continue reading…
View ArticleFentanyl is The Killer That Can’t Be Stopped in Yakima County
A record 98 overdose deaths kept authorities busy in Yakima County in 2021. Continue reading…
View ArticleGot Video? Yakima Police Looking For Help in Recent Crash
Police say Hunter was arrested without incident and did not have a license. Continue reading…
View ArticleAn Open Letter To Retailers in WA, OR, & CA! SLOW THE HOLIDAYS!
By trying to make more money earlier and earlier, they're killing the holiday spirit! Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Bazaar! 19 Yakima Craft & Vendor Fairs In November!
Do you get crafty? Or do you like to buy homemade gifts for people and pass them off as yours? Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat Is the Best Way to Brine a Turkey?
If you're a "simple chef" living in the Pacific Northwest, we got the best way to brine a turkey. Continue reading…
View ArticleEver Wonder Why Football is a Thanksgiving Tradition?
It's as much of a tradition as turkey on Thanksgiving Day, but why do we watch football after eating a hearty meal? Continue reading…
View ArticleThanksgiving Where did it all begin? And Did they Eat Turkey?
Thanksgiving didn't officially become a holiday until President Abraham Lincoln, on October 3, 1863. Continue reading…
View ArticleHere’s The Top 10 Charities You Can Help This Holiday Season in Yakima
Local and state officials say be careful and know the charity you are giving money to or you could be the victim of a scam. Continue reading…
View ArticleWill Weather or Traffic Ruin Your Thanksgiving? Possibly Both
Here's how both of those factors might add a few headaches to your Thanksgiving menu this year. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhich Stores Will Be Open/Closed in Washington, Oregon, & California
Are you a Thanksgiving shopper? We have the list of who is expected to be open & closed on Turkey Day! Continue reading…
View Article10 Thanksgiving Foods To NOT Give Your Dog!
"Can I eat it... or will it eat me?" - Dog Thoughts Continue reading…
View Article5 Super Easy Thanksgiving Sides!
5 fantastic side dishes that take little work, little ingredients, and VERY little skill to make. Trust me! Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy Your Thanksgiving Dinner was Actually Cheaper This Year
While the price of groceries has soared, reports say Thanksgiving dinner costs less in 2023. Continue reading…
View ArticleWashington High School to Represent the State in the Macy’s Parade
How cool is this? Watch Mercer Island High School represent Washington state in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! 5:30 to 9 a.m. on NBC. LIVE from New York City. The parade goes on a 2.5 mile trek...
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