The emerald ash borer, one of the most destructive invasive pests in the nation, has been detected in multiple trees outside of Walla Walla in Eastern Washington.

Benton County commissioners are considering a cloud seeding pilot project for the Horse Heaven Hills in response to the persistent drought that is affecting the region. 

Feedback can be uncomfortable whether we’re giving it or receiving it. But here’s the reality: Without feedback, growth stalls. 

It’s becoming more expensive each month for builders to absorb cost increases for many construction materials, and that’s if they can get those products delivered on time. 

Washington’s rising utility rates have exposed a central policy divide: Should the state make it easier for utilities to meet its clean energy mandates, or relax those mandates to contain costs and protect reliability?

State-of-the-art auditorium space and seating is coming to Pendleton’s Wildhorse Resort & Casino in its bid to grow the variety and scale of performances and events it hosts. 

The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday that recipients will receive a 3.6% increase in benefits in 2027.

Business owners wanting to know where candidates for Congress, the state Legislature and Richland City Council stand on economic issues can review the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce’s online voting guide.  

A national law firm based in Richland has acquired another Tri-Cities law firm. 

Several counties began mailing ballots last week, well ahead of the Oct. 16 deadline to do so. People have until Oct. 26 to register or update their address online. After that you can register at a county election office or voting center, including on Election Day.