Even with the changes, revenues for the state’s two-year transportation budget are expected to be millions of dollars lower than previously forecast as demand for gas declines, fee collections drop, and there is continuing uncertainty around how much federal transportation funding for states will be available.

States and cities are loosening building code requirements in an effort to lower construction costs and boost affordable housing. But critics have raised safety concerns, noting that existing rules were shaped by past tragedies and aim to prevent future harm. 

A Montana native who has spent much of his professional career working in, regulating or advocating for the energy industry will be the next administrator of the Bonneville Power Administration. 

Looking to save some money until gas prices drop? Ben Franklin Transit may be able to help you in July. 

Heads up, developers and contractors: Benton County is launching a new permitting software system on July 7 that will make much of the permitting process fully online. 

Want to know when you’re allowed to set off fireworks this Fourth of July? Richland, Kennewick, Pasco and West Richland are teaming up to educate residents on safe and legal firework usage during holiday celebrations. 

The city of Richland has officially closed on the purchase of a seven-story building off of Jadwin Avenue for a new police station.

An inpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment center years in the making has officially opened its doors in Kennewick. 

Looking to learn more about Richland’s grant and funding programs? The city is hosting an informational open house on available funding opportunities on June 24. 

Port of Kennewick’s Vista Field has gotten the OK from the state Department of Ecology to move forward with development after a small amount of soil contamination was removed.