Three Tri-City stores are among Spirit Halloween's 1,525 locations operating this year across the United States and Canada, a record.

One of the largest organizers of global conventions will once again draw thousands of people to Kennewick beginning this weekend.  Organizers estimate the four conventions will inject a total of $6 million into the economy.

Ben Franklin Transit has a new chief executive officer.

Maverick Cares is hosting a back-to-school supply giveaway for families in need at Maverick Gaming properties, including one in Pasco.

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Top property values listed start at $700,000 and have been rounded to the nearest hundred figure. Property values are public record and can be found by visiting the county assessor’s office. 

The state can file lawsuits against people or businesses that do not pay taxes and then get a judgment against property that person or business owns. Judgments are filed in Benton-Franklin Superior Court. The following is from the Franklin County Superior Court Clerk’s Office.