Nearly one in four U.S. workers – about 23 million adults – are staying put in jobs they want to leave because of the fear of losing healthcare coverage, according to a recent study. 

Unemployment is markedly worse in the Tri-Cities compared to a year ago according to the latest figures released by the Washington Employment Security Department. 

High school students in Washington may soon have more options to connect coursework with their career plans.   

If trying to find a parking spot near Howard Amon Park in Richland to attend Art in the Park this weekend sounds tricky, consider hopping on one of Ben Franklin Transit’s free shuttles. 

Gesa Credit Union has entered an agreement to acquire a Salem, Oregon-based community bank. If approved, the acquisition would establish Gesa’s first Oregon branches.  

Washington State University’s Carson College of Business now has opportunities for those looking to bolster their skills or break into new roles in the realms of artificial intelligence, automation, analytics and project management. 

Has your organization developed an innovative way to help individuals develop workforce skills? The Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council wants to hear from you. 

The city of Richland is looking for feedback from its residents on quality of life, city services and priorities for the future. 

A Medicare pilot program that uses artificial intelligence to make coverage decisions will continue to be used in Washington state for the time being.