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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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Supreme Court Blocks Mail Ballot Changes | Yakima News
The Supreme Court just sided with states, letting mail-in ballots keep flowing as usual for this year’s midterms — a major win for voters and election…
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DHS Voter Probe Under Fire | Yakima News
DHS’s high-stakes “Unlawful Voter Initiative” is under fire after a whistleblower exposed its shaky foundation—rushed investigations, unreliable data, and…
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McConnell Returns to Capitol Hill | Yakima News
Senator Mitch McConnell made his dramatic return to Capitol Hill in a wheelchair, marking his first public appearance in three months after a hospitalization…
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Shape Hermiston’s Vibrant Downtown Future | Yakima News
Hermiston’s downtown is getting a fresh makeover—with your help. The city and Downtown Strategies are teaming up for a five-year plan to turn the heart of town…
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McConnell Returns in Wheelchair | Yakima News
Senator Mitch McConnell made a rare return to the Senate floor in a wheelchair, marking his first appearance in three months. Speaking slowly and referencing…
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Grass Fire and Canal Crash Update | Yakima News
A major grass fire scorched 200 acres south of Finley in Benton County, forcing road closures and mobilizing multiple fire departments—despite recent rain…
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Stalking Ended in Tragedy | Yakima News
A Sacramento woman, Shalina Thakur, was fatally shot by a stalker who’d been tracking her for months — a 22-year-old man living in the U.S. illegally. Their…
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Weather Shifts: Showers to Sunshine | Yakima News
Weather’s turning moody this week—start with light showers rolling in from British Columbia, then brace for scattered thunderstorms Thursday as a stubborn…
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Manchin Backs Key GOP Senators | Yakima News
Former West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, now an independent, is throwing his weight behind two Republican Senate candidates this November—Mike Rogers in…
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Saudi Pipeline Hit as Houthi Offensive Escalates | Yakima News
Saudi Arabia’s vital East-West oil pipeline has been hit in a major attack, set to go offline for three to five weeks—potentially costing the market two to…
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Shape Hermiston’s Future Together | Yakima News
Hermiston’s future is being shaped by YOU—residents and business owners are invited to voice their priorities in a new community survey for Downtown…
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Chiawana Students Win Mural Scholarship | Yakima News
Two Chiawana High School students, Samantha Chavez and Jennifer Gil Zavaleta, won Mike Miller’s second annual Outdoor Gallery Scholarship Mural Competition at…
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Rail Surcharges Crush Farmers | Yakima News
Railroad fuel surcharges on grain shipments have skyrocketed—jumping from 17 cents to nearly 48 cents per mile—now eating up 11% of shipping costs for corn and…
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The Boy Who Called the Police on Himself | Yakima News
A 20-year-old named Joel Malin was fatally shot by a school resource officer after calling 911 himself—claiming to be “Jack N. Saints” and describing a gun he…
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Houthi Push Threatens Global Trade | Yakima News
Houthi rebels are launching a bold offensive in the Red Sea, using drones to cripple Saudi oil infrastructure and seize strategic ports — all while Iran stokes…
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Houthi Advance Sparks Regional Crisis | Yakima News
Houthi rebels are advancing south along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, forcing tens of thousands to flee in panic as fears of a full-scale civil war resurface. With…
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Child Rescued from Red Mountain Agate Beds | Yakima News
Child Rescued from Red Mountain Agate Beds | Yakima News
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Homeless Man Faces Arson Trial | Yakima News
Homeless Man Faces Arson Trial | Yakima News
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Vehicle Found Upside Down in Canal | Yakima News
Vehicle Found Upside Down in Canal | Yakima News
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Summer of Record Heat Across U.S. | Yakima News
This summer shattered 132-year records as the contiguous U.S. endured its hottest meteorological season on record, with temperatures averaging three degrees…
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Paradise Fire Containment Rises | Yakima News
The Paradise Fire, now at 49% containment and having burned 9,654 acres, sees major progress as evacuation alerts ease across Walla Walla and Umatilla…
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EPA Rolls Back Power Plant Emissions Rules | Yakima News
The EPA just rolled back key climate rules targeting coal and gas power plants—saving the industry $300 billion while paving the way for future deregulation…
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Witchy Movies for Autumn Vibes | Yakima News
Get your autumn vibes on early with these witchy movie picks—whether you crave spooky thrills or lighthearted magic. Revisit classics like Practical Magic and…
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Oprah’s AHA Live at the Sphere | Yakima News
Oprah Winfrey is dropping her most personal show yet — “Oprah Winfrey’s AHA” — live at the Las Vegas Sphere in April 2027, blending music, poetry, and…
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Alligator Alcatraz Cages Exposed | Yakima News
A federal watchdog report exposed shocking conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz,” a temporary immigrant detention center in Florida where nearly 80 detainees were…
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Trump Defies AI Regulation Calls | Yakima News
Trump’s pushing back fiercely against calls for AI regulation, calling critics a “hoax” and claiming U.S. oversight is already sufficient — even mocking…
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States Sue Over Broader Public Charge Rule | Yakima News
Twenty-one states, including New York, are suing the Department of Homeland Security over a sweeping new rule that could deny green cards, visas, or entry to…
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Child Airlifted After Remote Fall | Yakima News
A child is recovering after a harrowing fall at the remote Red Mountain Agate beds, where emergency crews battled rugged terrain to reach them—hiking miles…
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Local News Bleeding Journalists | Yakima News
McClatchy just slashed 32 jobs at the Miami Herald—including its entire Spanish-language news team—sending shockwaves through local journalism as outlets…
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Trump’s Ireland Gambit and Golf | Yakima News
Trump’s recent golf trip to Ireland sparked global headlines as he openly endorsed a unified Ireland — even suggesting it should happen now — reigniting a…
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Pasco’s One Pasco Camera Program Explained | Yakima News
Pasco Police are launching One Pasco — a voluntary program letting residents share their private camera feeds to help law enforcement, without mandatory…
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Murder Charge in Mississippi Hanging Case | Yakima News
A shocking murder charge has been filed against 51-year-old Jarques Ratliff in the death of 29-year-old Tasia Fortune, found hanging in Jackson, Mississippi —…
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Russian Drones Target NATO Officials | Yakima News
A Russian drone strike near Ukraine’s border with Poland hit a train carrying high-profile former Western officials, including a former CIA chief and UK prime…
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DiGenova Resigns Amid Trump Probe Tensions | Yakima News
Top prosecutor Joe diGenova has resigned amid fiery clashes with Justice Department leadership over the pace and scope of a sprawling probe into former…
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Democrats Mobilize to Defend Voting Rights | Yakima News
Democrats are launching a massive volunteer effort to guard polling places ahead of the midterms, responding to fears of election interference fueled by past…
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South Olympia Street Detour Alert | Yakima News
Kennewick drivers, brace for change: South Olympia Street between 19th and 27th Avenues will see water line work Sept. 14–18, forcing southbound traffic to…
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Big Ten’s Big Collapse | Yakima News
The Big Ten’s crown is slipping faster than expected—three straight national titles can’t mask a season of shocking upsets, uninspired play, and strategic…
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Senate Battlegrounds and Trump’s Low Approval | Yakima News
Midterm chaos looms as Democrats fight to flip the Senate, facing uphill battles in red states where Trump’s low approval could sway voters. Alaska’s…
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Live Fully, Leave Nothing Behind | Yakima News
What if your money’s purpose isn’t to pile up, but to enrich your life and the lives of those you love? The “die with zero” philosophy flips traditional saving…
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Fed Under Political Pressure | Yakima News
Inflation’s stubborn rise has the Fed eyeing another rate hike, but President Trump’s push for lower rates—and hints at trade retaliation if they don’t…
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Kennedy Center on Brink of Collapse | Yakima News
The Kennedy Center is teetering on collapse, weeks away from shutting down entirely unless President Trump’s name is reinstated on its facade — a move that…
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AI Giants Form Self-Regulating Watchdog | Yakima News
Big AI players like Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic are pushing for a self-regulating watchdog group to set ethical and safety standards—inspired by Demis…
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Kennedy Center on Brink | Yakima News
The Kennedy Center is teetering on collapse, weeks away from being unable to pay staff—thanks to a legal standoff over putting Trump’s name back on the…
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Amazon Plane Crash and Legal Fallout | Yakima News
An Amazon Air cargo plane veered off the runway in Miami, killing five people and injuring two pilots—now under investigation by the NTSB. While criminal…
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Spring Warm-Up with Scattered Showers | Yakima News
Spring is heating up—temps climb from the 70s to 80s by midweek, with breezy days on Monday and Wednesday. Rain’s likely Tuesday and Thursday, so plan indoors…
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Hagen Fire 82% Contained But Hazards Remain | Yakima News
The Hagen Fire is now 82% contained after burning over 61,000 acres—good news, but don’t relax yet. Level One and Two evacuations are lifted, but Level Three…
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Three Queens Fire Evacuations Update | Yakima News
The Three Queens Fire has exploded to 9,527 acres and is now 20% contained, forcing urgent evacuations across key zones including Kachess Campground, Cooper…
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Paradise Fire Gains Ground | Yakima News
The Paradise Fire, now at 49% containment after burning over 9,600 acres, shows signs of progress as evacuation levels ease in Umatilla County—some areas…
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Goat Fire Forces Immediate Evacuations | Yakima News
The Goat Fire in Kittitas County has exploded to 816 acres with just 22% containment, triggering immediate “Go Now” evacuations for Kachess Campground, Cooper…
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Trump Predicts Gas Drop After Iran Conflict | Yakima News
Trump claims the Iran conflict will end soon and predicts gas prices will plummet — but tensions are soaring as attacks disrupt oil routes, postpone Gulf…
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Fall Movie Season Is Here | Yakima News
Fall’s movie season is here, and it’s packed with big names, wild concepts, and genre-bending hits. Tom Cruise dives into oil tycoon drama, Robert Pattinson…
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Trump Drops Tariffs on Irish Whiskey | Yakima News
Trump shocks the world by dropping tariffs on Irish whiskey during a surprise golf course visit, handing out the Irish Open trophy and sparking cheers from…
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Tragic Crash Near Prosser Ends in Fatality | Yakima News
A fatal crash near Prosser early Sunday morning sent a single vehicle plunging into the Roza Irrigation District canal, killing one person. Emergency crews…
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Fossil Tooth Found in Bay Area Creek | Yakima News
A geomorphologist on a frog habitat restoration project in San Mateo County stumbled upon a jaw-dropping find: a fossilized Pacific mastodon tooth, now headed…
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Pasco’s First Air Mail Flight Jubilee | Yakima News
Step back in time to the dawn of American aviation at the Pasco Aviation Museum’s Air Jubilee on September 26, 2026—celebrating 100 years of airmail and the…
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Fiery Foods Festival Heat & Hustle | Yakima News
Spice up your Saturday—Pasco’s Fiery Foods Festival delivered heat, hilarity, and high-octane flavor with pepper gauntlets, hot wing battles, and taquito…
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Rediscovered Walbridge Apple Revival | Yakima News
A student in Washington State stumbled upon a long-lost Walbridge apple tree—once thought extinct since the 1920s—thanks to a leaf-collecting genetics class…
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Michael Phelps on Mental Health and Vulnerability | Yakima News
Michael Phelps reveals his darkest moment after the 2012 Olympics, when he felt he didn’t want to be alive and retreated for three days—until he sought help…
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Gulf Diplomats Postpone Strait Talks | Yakima News
A high-stakes Gulf diplomatic meeting aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz without U.S. involvement has been indefinitely postponed, sparking regional…
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Fire Containment Update and Recovery Efforts | Yakima News
The Paradise Fire, now 49% contained, sees crews shifting from firefighting to critical restoration work as evacuation levels ease for some areas, while the…