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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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Pendleton Round-Up 2024 Guide | Yakima News
Pendleton’s legendary Round-Up is back this September with nonstop western excitement — rodeo thrills, pow-wows, parades, and nightly shows. Kick off with the…
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Sheet Pan Tacos and Ravioli Magic | Yakima News
Laura Ashley Johnson is turning weeknight dinners into a breeze with her one-pan sheet pan magic, and this week she’s serving up two game-changing recipes…
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Rugby’s U.S. Push: Big Events, Big Hurdles | Yakima News
Rugby’s stars are in Baltimore, but they’re flying under the radar—highlighting rugby’s tough climb in America’s crowded sports scene. With the U.S. set to…
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Rain Moves In This Weekend | Yakima News
Get ready for a wild weather weekend—dry Saturday turns to scattered showers and possible thunderstorms, especially near the Blue Mountains. Rain intensifies…
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CIA Releases Secret Bin Laden Intel | Yakima News
The CIA just unleashed the largest-ever release of presidential daily briefs, revealing chilling intel from 1998 that foreshadowed 9/11 — including warnings…
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House Dems Demand AI Urgency | Yakima News
House Democrats are urgently urging Speaker Mike Johnson to scrap the upcoming recess and return to Capitol Hill immediately, warning that artificial…
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Helmet Saves Lives Bike Safety Reminder | Yakima News
An 11-year-old bike rider in Richland survived a hit-and-run with minor injuries — but no helmet was worn. Police are urging cyclists of all ages to gear up…
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FCC Pressure Forces Kimmel to Move Interview | Yakima News
Jimmy Kimmel’s interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico is moving to YouTube after the FCC threatened his show—marking a troubling shift in…
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Canada Boosts Ukraine’s Air Defense | Yakima News
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy landed in Canada to lock in critical military aid as Russia ramps up air strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure — especially ahead…
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Yakima Crash Reversal Revealed | Yakima News
A 19-year-old driver, Braden Wyatt Mount, now faces four counts of vehicular homicide-reckless after a July crash in Yakima County that killed three teens and…
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Justice Dept Pushes for Voter Data Without Court Approval | Yakima News
The DOJ, under Trump, allegedly pressured 30 state election officials with letters warning them not to touch 2024 election records—claiming top officials were…
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E-Scooter Crash Sparks Safety Push | Yakima News
A teen on an e-scooter narrowly escaped serious injury after being struck by a distracted driver in Pasco, Washington — the same intersection where a fatal…
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Benton City Daze This Saturday | Yakima News
Benton City Daze is back for its 43rd year, turning Saturday into a full-day celebration from sunrise to midnight—complete with parades, contests like…
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Playoff Picture Shaped by Week Two | Yakima News
College football’s playoff race is heating up with high-stakes Week Two matchups that could reshape the entire season. No. 1 Ohio State faces off against No. 3…
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Illinois Law on Medical Aid in Dying | Yakima News
A federal judge in Illinois has denied a motion to block a new medical aid in dying law set to take effect this Saturday, ruling that the law doesn’t…
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Hagen Fire Still Threatens Evacuees | Yakima News
The Hagen Fire, now covering over 61,000 acres and 63% contained, still poses serious threats—with Level Three evacuation orders in effect and U.S. Forest…
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El Salvador vs Uruguay on Crime | Yakima News
In a region battling soaring homicide rates, El Salvador’s President Bukele has become a controversial beacon—his brutal anti-crime tactics slashed violence…
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Tracking Kids Exposed to 9-11 Dust | Yakima News
Kids exposed to 9/11 dust in lower Manhattan and Brooklyn are now facing long-term health risks—cancers, heart disease, and more—that may not surface until…
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Trump Repeats Capitol Rally Clip Amid Election Claims | Yakima News
Trump drops a five-year-old Capitol riot video to fuel his election fraud narrative, sparking confusion as the criminal case tied to it was dismissed after he…
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Justice Angelis Makes History in WA | Yakima News
Washington’s Supreme Court just welcomed its first justice of Middle Eastern descent, Theo Angelis, who’s already setting bold goals: ensuring fair access to…
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Arch Manning's Redemption Bid | Yakima News
Arch Manning’s redemption arc heats up as Texas faces Ohio State in a high-stakes showdown that could define his legacy. Last year’s underwhelming…
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Aaron Farinacci Faces Federal Arson Charges | Yakima News
A convicted felon with a violent past is now facing federal arson charges after allegedly igniting the deadly Old Trails Fire in Spokane — one of three major…
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Saudi Oil Pipeline Attacked | Yakima News
Saudi Arabia’s critical oil pipeline suffered drone strikes Thursday, sparking fires and forcing a full shutdown as authorities scramble to assess damage and…
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Washington Reimagines High School Graduation | Yakima News
Washington State is poised to revolutionize high school graduation with a bold new plan approved by the State Board of Education, set for legislative action in…
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Former Coach Faces 15 Felony Charges | Yakima News
Former middle school coach Andrew Steinmeyer in Pilot Rock, Oregon, faces 15 felony charges including encouraging child sex abuse and using a minor in sexual…
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Two Middle Schoolers Top 300 in National Science Challenge | Yakima News
Two middle schoolers from Richland are blowing up the national science scene—Anvi Gourihar Kulkarni and Suhavi Santhosh, both in the Top 300 of the Thermo…
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Teen Arrested in Moses Lake Shooting | Yakima News
A 15-year-old is now in custody after a shooting near Gibby and Fern in Moses Lake, facing serious charges including first-degree assault, illegal gun…
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First Use of Alien Terrorist Removal Court | Yakima News
For the first time in 30 years, the U.S. Justice Department used a secret court to deport an Afghan woman accused of aiding her son and son-in-law in a…
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Friday the 13th’s Pamela Origins Revealed | Yakima News
Get ready to dive into the chilling origins of Jason Voorhees with the new “Friday the 13th” prequel series “Crystal Lake,” premiering October 15 on Peacock…
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Cross-State Chase Ends in Custody | Yakima News
A Grandview, Washington man is now in custody after a high-stakes cross-state chase tied to an August shootout in Twin Falls, Idaho. Escaping the scene of a…
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Trump Honors 911 Victims at Pentagon | Yakima News
President Trump honored the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon, standing beside First Lady Melania as the names of 184 victims were read aloud, each…
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Skyrocket Fire Forces Evacuations in Walla Walla | Yakima News
A wildfire dubbed the Skyrocket Fire has erupted in Walla Walla County, Washington, forcing Level Two evacuations for residents between Marr Road and Smith…
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Alvarado Charged in Fatal Shooting | Yakima News
In a chilling case that shocked the Kennewick community, Natalie Fuentes Alvarado faces first-degree criminal assistance charges for her alleged role in a…
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Baseball at Ground Zero | Yakima News
Retired Mets players revisit firehouses in Manhattan ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring a tradition steeped in resilience—and reflecting on how…
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25 Years After 911 A Nation Remembers | Yakima News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, the nation still grapples with grief, resilience, and the lasting scars of that day—when nearly 3,000 lives were lost and the…
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Tri-Cities Teens Shine in National Science Challenge | Yakima News
Two middle schoolers from the Tri-Cities are blazing trails in national science — Anvi Kulkarni’s smart irrigation formula and Suhavi Santhosh’s…
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Trump Admin Sends $500 Health Rebates | Yakima News
Trump’s admin is sending out nearly a million $500 rebate checks to ACA marketplace shoppers—claiming they were overcharged by user fees. These payments…
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Diesel Prices Surge to Record High | Yakima News
Diesel just hit a record high—over $6 a gallon—and it’s not just your car’s fuel problem. It’s crippling supply chains, from groceries to packages, as global…
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Trump’s $5K Dividend Proposal | Yakima News
Trump’s “Trump Dividend” plan could send every adult American a $5,000 check if Republicans retain control of Congress — framed like corporate profit sharing…
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A Family’s Grief Turned Into Hope | Yakima News
In Richland, Washington, a grieving family turns heartbreak into hope by offering semicolon tattoos—each costing $23, Lex’s age when she died—at their tattoo…
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Graffiti Crisis in Yakima | Yakima News
Yakima’s downtown is getting tagged—illegal graffiti is hitting small businesses hard, turning storefronts into canvases and draining wallets with cleanup…
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Rhode Island Shakes Up Its Leadership | Yakima News
Rhode Island just delivered a political earthquake: Helena Foulkes, a former CVS exec, stunned the state by unseating long-serving Governor Dan McKee in a rare…
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Birthdays on 911 and the Weight of Memory | Yakima News
It’s wild how a date can become so much more than just a day on the calendar. For many, September 11th is now inextricably linked to the events of twenty years…
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Rain Thunderstorms and Cool Down This Weekend | Yakima News
Rain, wind, and a cool-down are on the way this weekend—brace for thunderstorms, gusts up to 50 mph, and temps dropping 15-20 degrees by Sunday. But don’t…
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Hagen Fire Gains Ground Toward Containment | Yakima News
The Hagen Fire still rages across 61,000 acres but now sits at 63% contained — a major win as evacuation orders ease for many, letting residents return home…
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Skyrocket Fire Forces Evacuations | Yakima News
A major three-alarm fire, dubbed the Skyrocket Fire, erupted in Prescott last night around 8 PM near Skyrocket Road. Emergency crews are battling the blaze as…
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Shouts of Violence at GOP Convention | Yakima News
At a Republican convention, Senator Ted Cruz drew fire for name-calling Democrats — including Zohran Mamdani, Abdul El-Sayed, and James Talarico — as audience…
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David Wagner Retires After Legendary Wheelchair Tennis Career | Yakima News
David Wagner, the legendary wheelchair tennis champion from Walla Walla, has retired after a 20-year career capped at the U.S. Open. With 24 Grand Slam titles…
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Fact-Checking Political Claims | Yakima News
Politicians are spinning bold claims with little factual grounding—Trump touts $22 trillion in U.S. investments (it’s closer to $11.2T), and Kennedy Jr…
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Trump's Midterm Gambit and $5K Promise | Yakima News
Trump rallies GOP in Dallas with bold $5K promise for voters if Republicans seize both chambers, sparking debate over cost and strategy as the party fights to…
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Trump’s $5K Promise and Midterm Push | Yakima News
Trump rallies GOP voters in Dallas ahead of midterms, promising $5K checks if Republicans seize Congress — a plan costing over $1 trillion and sparking…
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Trump's $5K Pledge and Midterm Push | Yakima News
Republicans kicked off their first-ever two-day midterm convention in Dallas with Donald Trump front and center, promising every adult U.S. citizen $5,000 if…
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Trump's $5K Promise and GOP's Midterm Gambit | Yakima News
Trump’s GOP convention rolled out a jaw-dropping $5K check for every adult if Republicans win both chambers — a trillion-dollar gamble that’s sparking debate…
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Doctor Mulholland Faces New Patient Allegations | Yakima News
New allegations surface against Washington doctor Mark Mulholland, with four more patients coming forward—adding to an earlier wave of eleven claims—including…
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Wanted Man Captured Across State Lines | Yakima News
Yakima County deputies, working with the Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Taskforce, just arrested Anthony Alvarez, 36, of Grandview, in connection with a…
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Yakima County Expands Surveillance Cameras | Yakima News
Yakima County is launching a bold surveillance upgrade with 150 live-feed cameras—just the start of a two-year, $2 million pilot aimed at boosting public…
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Ellensburg Downtown Gets Boost | Yakima News
Eight thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars in downtown Ellensburg grants are sparking a revitalization—six local businesses and nonprofits, from kids’…
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Tragic Highway 12 Crash in Kennewick | Yakima News
Tragic Highway 12 Crash in Kennewick | Yakima News
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AmeriCorps Funding Saved by Settlement | Yakima News
Washington’s Attorney General Nick Brown just secured a major victory by stopping another attempt to slash AmeriCorps funding—saving over $21 million in vital…
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Rabies Spike Alert: What You Need to Know | Yakima News
Rabies cases are surging nationwide, with more animal exposures and human bites reported this summer — but it’s preventable if you act fast. The CDC urges…