UPDATE 6:40 p.m. 7/26 – Level 3 evacuation notice has been reduced to level 2. Fire … New Central Washington fire ignites near QuincyRead more
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Reckless driver crashes into Moses Lake Starbucks
MOSES LAKE — A reckless driver crashed into and damaged the Starbucks on Kittleson Dr. on … Reckless driver crashes into Moses Lake StarbucksRead more
Red flag warning for Basin means skies could clear, but fire danger is increased
OTHELLO — A National Weather Service red flag warning for the Columbia Basin means skies could … Red flag warning for Basin means skies could clear, but fire danger is increasedRead more
Railroad Fire still burning near Beverly
UPDATE 7/24 @ 9 p.m.: The SE Washington Type 3 Interagency Team now estimates that the … Railroad Fire still burning near BeverlyRead more
Vote yes for school levies
Election Day is Feb. 10, and voters within the Othello School District and neighboring districts have … Vote yes for school leviesRead more
Arrests made in overnight shooting in Othello
OTHELLO — An overnight shooting in Othello led to the arrest of several juveniles on Friday. … Arrests made in overnight shooting in OthelloRead more
Highway 26 accident claims two lives Tuesday
OTHELLO — An accident on Tuesday morning claimed the lives of two Othello men. The accident … Highway 26 accident claims two lives TuesdayRead more
Congressman Dan Newhouse announces his retirement
SUNNYSIDE, WA — Congressman Dan Newhouse announced his retirement from Congress on Wednesday. He will not … Congressman Dan Newhouse announces his retirementRead more
Talks drag on in 5th day of MLSD teacher strike.
MOSES LAKE — Talks dragged on in the 5th day of the MLSD teacher strike, with … Talks drag on in 5th day of MLSD teacher strike.Read more
Moses Lake schools closed Tuesday as strike continues
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake schools are closed again Tuesday as the Moses Lake Education Association … Moses Lake schools closed Tuesday as strike continuesRead more