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Yakima News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Yakima News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Yakima and Central Washington. From local government and business developments to agriculture, wine, healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, and community events across Yakima County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Washington's most important agricultural and cultural…
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Minnesota Lakes at Record Low | Yakima News
Minnesota boaters are facing serious headaches as summer winds down with record-low lake levels, caused by a severe drought affecting nearly half the state…
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Coastal Homes Red-Tagged After Surf Surge | Yakima News
Seven beachfront homes in Dana Point’s Capistrano Beach are now red-tagged as unsafe after Hurricane Marie’s powerful surf tore through Southern California…
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AI Researchers Warn of Existential Risk | Yakima News
A 27-year-old Anthropic researcher quit and warned that AI could end humanity by the end of the decade, sparking alarm among peers who fear a rush toward…
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Tragic Crash on Highway 12 | Yakima News
Tragic Crash on Highway 12 | Yakima News
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Malibu Beach Erosion Crisis | Yakima News
Malibu’s coastline is crumbling, with over thirty homes evacuated as driveways collapse and five red-tagged—no one allowed inside. High tides and wild surf are…
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Trump Leads GOP’s Midterm Push | Yakima News
Republicans are staging a high-stakes midterm convention in Dallas, turning up the heat ahead of November’s elections. President Trump is headlining with…
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UK Air Traffic Chaos Hits Travelers | Yakima News
Dozens of flights were canceled across the UK this week after a major air traffic control system failure grounded planes for hours, sparking outrage and chaos…
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Trump’s Last Trumpfest and the GOP’s Next Chapter | Yakima News
Trump’s shadow looms large as Republicans gather in Texas for a mega-convention he personally orchestrated — a dazzling, loyalty-driven spectacle that hints at…
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Wild Winds and Heat Ahead | Yakima News
Weather’s turning wild this week—Thursday brings fierce, dry winds that could spark fires despite recent rain, with temps soaring to near 90 in the Tri-Cities…
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Trump’s Holiday Cash Gifts Spark Ethics Debate | Yakima News
President Trump handed out $45,000 in cash bonuses to three top White House aides—including Natalie Harp, dubbed “human printer” for her social media…
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Seahawks Face Patriots in Super Bowl Rematch | Yakima News
The Seattle Seahawks kick off their 2026 season with a high-stakes rematch against the New England Patriots—last year’s Super Bowl champions—at Lumen Field…
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Maine Senate Race Heats Up | Yakima News
Troy Jackson, a former logger turned Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, is rallying working-class voters to turn out and fight for higher wages, expanded…
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New Hampshire's Crucial November Races | Yakima News
New Hampshire’s November election is heating up with three high-stakes races: Democrat Chris Pappas vs. Republican John Sununu for the open Senate seat, Kelly…
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MAC Appeals Clock Controversy | Yakima News
The Mid-American Conference is fighting to overturn Western Michigan’s loss to Michigan, claiming a clock mishandling allowed Michigan’s last-second touchdown…
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Trump's 911 Escape Story Debunked | Yakima News
Donald Trump’s latest retelling of being near Ground Zero on 9/11 — claiming firefighters rescued him from a building — is factually shaky at best. He was…
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Amazon Plane Crash Kills Five | Yakima News
A Boeing 767 cargo plane veered off the runway at Miami International Airport, killing five people in a van and striking an SUV—witnesses describe utter…
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Governor Pauses Data Center Expansion | Yakima News
Governor Tina Kotek has paused all new data center projects on state land until July next year, halting easements, leases, and sales as the state urgently…
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Yakama Nation’s Dual-Purpose Energy Upgrade | Yakima News
The Yakama Nation’s bold new plan turns irrigation canals into clean energy powerhouses—burying pipes underground and installing solar panels on top to boost…
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Tri-Tech Gets $45M Upgrade | Yakima News
Tri-Tech Skills Center just unveiled a $45 million state-funded upgrade—no paint job, just serious transformation—with new programs in pharmacy tech and HVAC…
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Yakima’s Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt | Yakima News
Yakima’s Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt | Yakima News
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Wings Over Walla Walla Airshow Preview | Yakima News
Get ready for Wings Over Walla Walla — a sky-high spectacle from September 10th to 13th packed with adrenaline, history, and family fun. Soar in a P-51 Mustang…
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Missouri’s Map Mess Could Swing a Seat | Yakima News
Missouri’s midterm elections are in legal chaos as courts scramble to decide which congressional map will be used—potentially swinging a House seat in a tight…
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Jury Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Trial | Yakima News
The Lindsay Clancy trial ended in a mistrial after a tense 38-hour deliberation, with jurors split 11 to 1 — three leaning toward not guilty by reason of…
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Boat Motor Heist Suspect Arrested | Yakima News
They finally caught a suspect in the August boat motor heist from Connelly Park—thanks to a game-changing Flock camera system that tracked the van and helped…
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MAC Appeals Last-Second Clock Call | Yakima News
The Mid-American Conference is firing back at the Big Ten over a game-changing clock error in Western Michigan’s loss to Michigan, arguing that a procedural…
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Affordable Campus Living Just Dropped | Yakima News
Columbia Basin College just dropped a major student lifeline: a brand-new dorm with affordable on-campus housing starting at just $806 a month for a…
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DEA Bans Three Kratom Compounds | Yakima News
The DEA just slapped a two-year temporary ban on three potent synthetic compounds found in some kratom products, classifying them as Schedule One drugs—meaning…
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Ballots Being Rejected by Postmark Changes | Yakima News
Mail-in ballots are being tossed out at alarming rates—not because voters are late, but because postal consolidation is causing postmark delays, especially in…
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New Hampshire’s Key Races Locked In | Yakima News
New Hampshire’s political landscape is heating up with three major races locked in for November: a fiercely contested Senate showdown between Democrat Chris…
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Umatilla River Gets Major Trail Upgrade | Yakima News
Umatilla River’s getting a major upgrade with a brand-new trail set to connect Echo and Boardman, thanks to $5.6 million in state funding—construction starts…
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Second Chance to College Credits | Yakima News
Give teens who dropped out a second shot at college credits—Yakima Valley College and STCU launch Step Up to College, offering personalized case management…
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Emmy Winners Shine in Limited Series | Yakima News
Widow’s Bay stunned the Emmy race with eight early wins, including top nods for cinematography, sound, and music, proving its horror-comedy edge is undeniable…
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Abandoned Truck and Mysterious Body | Yakima News
A red 2013 GMC Sierra was found abandoned with its engine running on Pinto Ridge Road, sparking a chilling discovery: a body floating nearby in a canal—dragged…
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Apply to Serve on Kennewick Port Board | Yakima News
The Port of Kennewick is seeking a new District 1 Commissioner to fill the seat left vacant by retiring Commissioner Ken Hohenberg. The appointed candidate…
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70-Year-Old Missing in Grant County Canal | Yakima News
70-Year-Old Missing in Grant County Canal | Yakima News
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School Lockdown After Parking Lot Shooting | Yakima News
Evergreen Middle School in Spokane Valley went on lockdown after a deputy fatally shot a man in the school’s parking lot — but all students and staff are safe…
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Weather Wildcard: Wind, Sun, Storms | Yakima News
Weather’s heating up fast—expect sunny, dry conditions through Wednesday as high pressure rolls in, perfect for drying things out. But Thursday brings wild…
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US Targets Iranian Tankers in Gulf Escalation | Yakima News
US military strikes five Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman after Iran allegedly attempted to launch ballistic missiles at a US Navy warship — no American…
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Supreme Court Blocks Missouri’s GOP Map | Yakima News
The Supreme Court just dealt a blow to GOP redistricting strategy by blocking Missouri’s new congressional map—designed to favor Republicans and flip a…
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25 Years After 9 11 How We Remember | Yakima News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, the echoes of that day still ripple through America—reshaping security, identity, and memory in ways that vary wildly from person…
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Franklin County Scam Alert | Yakima News
Franklin County’s Planning Commission is warning residents about slick scammers posing as officials to trick permit applicants into sending money via wire…
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Trump’s New America Plan Backfires | Yakima News
Donald Trump’s latest stunt? Proposing to rename New Mexico to “New America,” complete with a social media map swap—part of a pattern of renaming landmarks…
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Early College Football Rankings Shake Up | Yakima News
College football’s early season buzz is already heating up—with Michigan surviving a win over Western Michigan but facing skepticism ahead of brutal Big Ten…
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Italy’s Hottest Summer on Record | Yakima News
Italy’s sweltering summer just shattered records — with August hitting 25.6°C, the hottest ever recorded, and 2026 poised to be the nation’s hottest year on…
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Menendez Brothers Get Earlier Parole Hearing | Yakima News
Lyle and Erik Menendez, infamous for murdering their parents in 1989, may get a faster shot at parole than expected — their next hearing is now set for March…
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Storms Leave Widespread Damage Across Islands | Yakima News
Hurricane Lowell slammed Hawaii’s western islands with brutal winds and torrential rain, knocking out power and toppling trees—even though its center missed…
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US Targets Iranian Tankers Near Hormuz | Yakima News
US strikes Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island in escalating pressure campaign, responding to alleged missile threats against a Navy ship — as Iran warns of…
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Cat Theft Turns Deadly | Yakima News
A woman in Moses Lake sparked chaos after stealing a cat at knifepoint — then fleeing, threatening police, and triggering a K-9 chase. Now facing robbery and…
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Fire in Franklin County Contained | Yakima News
A fire erupted in Franklin County last Friday, destroying a shed and several cars—but thankfully spared the main house and a rabbit-filled shed. Neighbors and…
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Affordable Housing Crisis in Plain Sight | Yakima News
It’s a housing crisis in disguise: affordable units sit vacant while the poorest families can’t afford them, even when labeled “affordable.” The system favors…
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Hawaii Braces for Hurricane Lowell | Yakima News
Hawaii braces for a major blow as Hurricane Lowell, a Category 3 storm, barrels toward the islands with torrential rain, flooding, and mudslide risks. Kauai…
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Woman Charged After Robbing Man of His Cat | Yakima News
A wild chase erupted in Moses Lake, Washington, after a 21-year-old woman allegedly robbed a man of his cat—threatening him with a knife and later fleeing on…
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Guard Member Charged After Weapon Incident | Yakima News
A 21-year-old Georgia National Guard member, Zion Mitchell, is facing serious charges in D.C. after allegedly drawing his firearm on a fellow soldier during an…
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Mother Charged in Son's Death | Yakima News
A mother in Illinois is facing three counts of first-degree murder after her two-year-old son was found dead in the basement with a cord around his neck—while…
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Power Outage, Wildfire, and Seahawks Kickoff | Yakima News
Power’s back for over a thousand Kennewick residents after an outage with cause still under investigation. Meanwhile, the massive Three Queens Fire nears…
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Legacy of the Big Cross Trail | Yakima News
Over 100 runners hit the trails for the 32nd annual Little Cross Pie Run, a beloved Labor Day tradition that funds Pasco High’s cross country team. Built two…
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Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes at Miami Airport | Yakima News
A devastating crash at Miami International Airport sent shockwaves Sunday when an Amazon cargo Boeing 767 overran the runway, plowing into nearby vehicles and…
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Gala Park Playground Closed for Major Upgrade | Yakima News
Gala Park’s playground is shutting down September 8th for a major surface upgrade—no more playtime until it’s fully cured and reopened. The city’s prioritizing…
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Jury Duty and Mental Health Support | Yakima News
After a tense six-week trial ended in a mistrial, jurors in the Lindsay Clancy case are now receiving mental health support — a growing national effort to help…
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Super Bowl Rematch Week 1 | Yakima News
The Seahawks are back, Super Bowl champions again, but they’re not resting on their laurels—Leonard Williams says it’s time to climb that mountain all over…