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Following a mild winter which produced a well-below-average snowpack in the mountains, the Washington Department of Ecology has issued a statewide emergency drought declaration.

Three sleep clinics in Central Washington will soon be closing their doors after their chief physician was sentenced to a year in federal prison.

A kayaker rescue on Roses Lake near Manson highlights dangerous spring winds in Chelan County after a man was found struggling offshore with no help nearby.

Imagine a world where your daily grind could actually shield your brain from dementia. What if your job complexity held the key?

I think Washington could have a pretty fun state-wide Mullet contest. We’ve had smaller versions in the past at the Central Washington State Fair (Yakima), Washington State Apple Blossom Festival...

A storied past and a challenging present—Hanford's cleanup saga takes another turn as budget cuts threaten environmental progress.

This weekend in Cashmere, the excitement is all about gold! Imagine sifting through streams, hoping to strike it rich—what a thrill!

USDA cleared Walmart dino nuggets after a lead contamination alert was found to be a false positive, confirming no recall or health risk nationwide.

Free plants will be available at multiple locations across the Wenatchee Valley.

Officials want public input on risks like wildfire, flooding, and earthquakes.

One man is dead and another has injuries following a single-vehicle accident near Manson on Monday evening.

The exact date of the theft is unknown, the Spokane County Sheriff's Office was notified March 24th

A man is behind bars after police say he assaulted an officer while being arrested for allegedly attempting to break into a Chelan woman's home on Saturday evening.

Imagine trading city noise for the gentle rustle of trees and the sight of bald eagles soaring overhead. That's what many are considering these days.

It’s fascinating how the rise of AI is making us appreciate skilled trades even more, especially those hands-on jobs that just can’t be automated.

Moses Lake police seized 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine during a search warrant.

Othello police arrested seven men during a sex trafficking sting targeting commercial sex activity.

Two main streets in Washington have been selected in among the Top 100 Most Charming in America by a survey of seasoned travelers.

Chelan County is hosting an open house for its new Olds Station Campus in Wenatchee.

The event will feature experts discussing hydropower, hydrogen, and emerging technologies.

A rehabilitation center for senior citizens in the Wenatchee Valley is taking precautions after an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease.

Two Wenatchee Valley College students earned All-Washington Academic Team honors.

In a world where our screens demand constant attention, a growing number of local spots are inviting diners to unplug and reconnect with each other instead.

With more seniors than ever in Washington, the care landscape is shifting. What does that mean for families?