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U.S. Highway 97 over Blewett Pass is reopened this morning after a brush fire shut down a portion of the highway yesterday evening.

A new scam is making the rounds around Washington; this time, it’s a little different than the others.

Is a new ‘Scan & Go’ type of checkout system coming to our Costco? If so, how does it work, and do you think it’ll be a success with Costco members or just another obstacle when it comes to buying in bulk?

Washington's skies tell stories of bravery and innovation, with bases that have shaped military aviation through the years.

From railroads to data centers, Quincy's transformation over the years is nothing short of remarkable.

A brush fire sparked by a motorhome shut down Blewett Pass on U.S. 97 near Blewett Summit. Fire crews battle flames as drivers are urged to use I-90 or U.S. 2.

Public records clarify why a SWAT operation occurred in East Wenatchee, detailing what led to the barricade and arrest of Ignacio Alcantar.

From Spokane to Seattle, Washington is brimming with ice cream treasures waiting to be savored. Here’s a scoop on where to go.

These days, doodles are more than just cute faces; they're smart companions that could be your next best friend. Let's dive into what makes them so special.

Chelan County awards $1.1M for projects boosting housing, jobs, and infrastructure from Cashmere to Wenatchee.

A Chelan house fire injured two and left others unaccounted for as crews battled the blaze early Tuesday. Investigators are working to confirm who was inside.

Manson superintendent Tabatha Mires elected WASA president for 2026-27, bringing decades of leadership across Washington schools.

The company is building an AI brain that will allow much greater capabilities, not seen in current robot technology.

Fred Meyer is closing its doors in Everett and Kent, leaving many wondering what this means for our community's economy and the employees affected.

A Wenatchee man faces arson charges after allegedly starting a Hale Park fire. Police say he has prior convictions for setting fires in the city.

Washington apple growers expect a record 190 million bushels in 2025, led by Gala and Honeycrisp, boosting a $2B farm economy despite labor and trade challenges.

Car Toys has 47 locations 14 in WA, was founded in Bellevue in 1987.

A Cashmere man faces homicide charges after East Wenatchee police say he supplied fentanyl that killed a 26-year-old woman in a December overdose.

Nearly a half-dozen Starbucks locations in Washington State will soon be impacted by the company's recent decision to return to a business model that more closely resembles the fountainhead of its earlier days.

Remember when minimum wage was just $1.15? Fast forward to today, and it's a whole different conversation about work and worth in Washington.

With an incredible 114 years behind her, Emma Otis proves that age is just a number. Jefferson County is brimming with inspiring tales.

Get yourself prepared to deal with the incoming excessive heatwave for a majority of Eastern, Central, and Southern Washington State.

East Wenatchee approves 8.7% sales tax to fund public safety; police eligible for $125K grant; council narrows Position 1 seat to Hodges, Stimmel.

Chelan County Regional Justice Center now has K9 Kato, a rescue dog trained to detect narcotics, working with Deputy Sykler Silsby in the jail.