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For the second time in less than a month, a destructive wildfire has struck the Omak area in Okanogan County.

Wenatchee schools seek public feedback on 2025–26 budget, funding changes, and enrollment projections ahead of an August 26 vote.

Moses Lake firefighters contained a half-acre brush fire Saturday night on Beaumont Drive, stopping the slow-moving blaze in about an hour.

Two people have injuries following a two-vehicle accident in Grant County on Monday night.

Traveling soon? That free WiFi at the airport might just be a trap waiting to catch you off guard.

As the leaves start to turn, the Old Farmers Almanac is here with some surprising weather predictions for this autumn in Washington.

A semi tipped near George Sellar Bridge Tuesday, spilling scrap metal and backing up traffic for hours. Crews expect lanes to reopen by 7 p.m.

The FTC says fake Amazon texts offering refunds are a scam. Don’t click the link—check your Amazon account directly for real recall notices.

Don’t give up on your garden yet. August is prime time for planting leafy greens, root veggies, and herbs that love fall’s cooler temps.

Wenatchee Valley College invites kids ages 7-14 to join fall baseball camps, offering skill-building sessions, a movie night, and pitching and hitting clinics.

Lake Kachess was built by nature, but expanded by man.

Two men have injuries following a single-vehicle accident in Grant County early Monday.

Wenatchee High School appointed Taylor Files and Bob Sanford to lead its slowpitch softball program for the 2025-26 season, bringing years of coaching and playing experience.

The City of Ellensburg is spending $60,000 to replace its garbage cans.

Which areas in Washington are the most dog-friendly? Between trails, vets, and dog owner families, we know know the places where tails are really wagging.

Cancer is on the rise among younger generations, and it's not just a number—it's a heavy reality for families everywhere.

Lightning strikes July 31 and Aug. 1 sparked seven small fires in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, including the six-acre Center Fire and a blaze near the Pacific Crest Trail.

A 39-year-old Moses Lake man died and a Wenatchee woman was seriously injured in a Saturday morning SUV collision at the intersection of State Routes 28 and 17 near Soap Lake.

Grant County deputies are investigating a Desert Aire gas station shooting that left a 22-year-old Mattawa man with life-threatening injuries. No suspects have been named.

After the upcoming release of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' the journey continues for James Cameron and his ambitious vision for the franchise.

Over 2,000 people attended East Wenatchee’s National Night Out at Eastmont Community Park, enjoying games, prizes, helicopters, and meeting local first responders.

Tarantula mating season is about to get real — and rural roads across these U.S. states could see “hordes” of eight-legged wanderers.

Ever felt the chill of exclusivity in the air? We're about to take a closer look at the snobs of Washington state.

Logging shows, parades, bed races, live entertainment, food trucks, and more in the fun tiny town of Morton, WA.