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Chelan County approves Helion Energy’s plan to build the world’s first fusion power plant in Malaga, aiming to supply Microsoft with clean energy by 2028.

An inspiring gathering took place right here in Wenatchee, reminding us all how vital our freedoms are, especially for the next generation.

Wenatchee restaurant owner sues city for $10M, alleging police misconduct, retaliation, wrongful arrest, civil rights violations.

Even though Washington's nickname is the Evergreen State, there are still plenty of deciduous trees upon its landscape to enjoy when the seasonal colors change from summer to autumn every year.

A Moses Lake man was arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on his landlord during an eviction, deputies say. The weapon was found to be possibly stolen.

Despite the state's massive issues with deploying new and updating old ferries, this group believes they can make this project happen.

As families gather for pumpkin carving this October, there's more lurking in those orange canvases than just creativity and fun.

All it takes is for someone to not like something and to cause a big enough fuss about it for it to get banned.

Douglas County will close 21st Street NE for culvert replacement and utility work. A public open house will preview the 2026 road widening and new bike lane.

For the first time in over six weeks, there are no evacuation notices in effect for the residents of Chelan County.

Scammers posing as police target East Wenatchee residents with fake warrant calls, demanding money and personal details.

Picture this: a rainforest that's drenched with 129 inches of rain each year, but Washington is surprisingly not a top contender for rainfall in the U.S.

Ridgefield welcomed a burger joint like no other, and the lines were something to behold. You won't believe how long some folks waited!

Washington state is taking off in the aerospace industry, with a legacy deeply rooted in innovation and history. Just wait until you hear the details!

A hit-and-run on U.S. 97 south of Chelan caused a dump truck to tip onto its side, injuring the East Wenatchee driver.

With nearly 800 trick-or-treaters, this neighborhood is feeling the Halloween spirit in a big way. But what about the candy costs?

Fall triggers intense bear foraging. Know key bear safety rules, fall behavior alerts, and how to store food to avoid wildlife conflict.

A Kittitas County man accused of making threats to kill his ex-girlfriend has pled not guilty to charges of felony harassment.

Despite the arrival of snowfall to the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Chelan County, the Labor Mountain Fire is still actively burning for a 44th consecutive day.

An 18-year-old Moses Lake woman was airlifted after a two-vehicle crash near Ephrata Monday night. No one else was injured. WSP says the crash remains under investigation.

A community comes together tonight to honor a life cut short, reflecting on faith and freedom in a heartfelt march at Memorial Park.

The total matches the figures for 2023-2024 combined.

Thanks to the CDC & NVSS, we have the most recent data on top 10 causes of death in Washington state.

When it comes to customer calls, some states clearly take the high road, while others… well, not so much. Let’s dive into the details.