Previously, penalties for violations were as low as $500, which is insignificant for large companies. Under the new law fines for unreasonable delays in benefits will be increased and employers can lose their self-insurance certification if they violate the law too many times.

Fruit processor Del Monte Foods is shuttering facilities in Yakima and Wapato as of early August. The closure means the loss of nearly 500 jobs. 

The reopening will improve response to high-call areas like Harrington Road and provide needed backup during busy periods, reducing reliance on neighboring departments. 

A pickleball tournament is poised to bring visitors and a positive economic impact to the Tri-Cities this summer. 

Michaels has wasted no time reaching out to Joann’s former customers. All traffic to Joann.com now redirects visitors to a dedicated landing page on Michaels’ website with a banner reading “Welcome JOANN Customers. We’ve got your go-to essentials & so much more!” 

Veteran crew members of the USS Triton nuclear-powered submarine will be honored at an upcoming celebration when a new commemorative wall is unveiled at the Richland park where its sail and conning tower wereinstalled after decommissioning. 

A federal judge in Maryland has blocked President Donald Trump’s effort to shut down AmeriCorps, a federal agency that largely supports several education-related and school-based programs in the Tri-Cities. 

Construction on a third roundabout to improve safety at key Richland intersections starts June 11 and will require commuters to use other routes. 

Salmon fishing season in the Hanford Reach of the Columbia River opens soon and there are some things you need to know before you cast a line. 

Evictions in Washington have been steadily increasing over the last few years, with no signs of slowing. The spike stems from rising rents coupled with stagnant wages, lack of affordable housing and the expiration of pandemic-era eviction protections such as increased rental assistance. Filings statewide reached an all-time high in 2024, having increased by 53% since 2019. And fiscal year 2025 is on pace to surpass those numbers.