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2 weeks ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Monique Ledesma |Austin Reed |Erin Wencl
KENNEWICK, Wash. — 12 P.M.: Police arrested a woman at the scene. Apple Valley News Now saw police wielding what is believed to be the suspected weapon. It appeared to be a baton or stick with a taser at the end of it, commonly known as a "stun baton". At this time, it's unknown if there is more weapons or other people involved. UPDATE 11:20 A.M.: The Richland Police Department confirmed it is investigating a weapons complaint.
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2 weeks ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Erin Wencl |Monique Ledesma |Austin Reed
KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Kennewick Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened Monday night. The first witness calls came in around 6:14 p.m. They reported hearing several gunshots in the area of West Clearwater Avenue and North Edison Street, near the Safeway grocery store. People reported seeing three people, at least one of whom had a handgun, shoot at a vehicle. Witnesses said the three people then ran from the scene.
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3 weeks ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Monique Ledesma
The Brief Bishop Tyson announces special bilingual Masses at the Yakima SunDome on Friday evening and Sunday to honor Pope Francis The Catholic Church has entered a nine-day mourning period, with cardinals under 80 years old set to elect a new pope in the coming weeks Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy as "the People's Pope," known for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and efforts to create a more inclusive church The Yakima Diocese is joining Catholics worldwide in mourning the death of...
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4 weeks ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Monique Ledesma |Austin Reed
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Police are investigating a shooting that happened Thursday afternoon near the 'At Home' store in Kennewick. According to authorities, the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, at the store located at 867 North Columbia Center Boulevard. Detectives have been dispatched to the scene to begin investigating. Police officials stated they are not looking for any suspects at this time. Law enforcement officials are conducting a preliminary investigation at the scene.
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1 month ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Monique Ledesma |Erin Wencl
DAYTON, Wash. -- 5:30 P.M. - At least one person has died in the helicopter crash. The family is being notified. Apple Valley News Now's Monique Ledesma was on scene, she said the helicopter went down near South Touchet Road around 12:30 p.m.Authorities said the helicopter hit power lines which knocked out power to nearly 1,000 people in and around Dayton. Power was restored to most people by 3 p.m.The crash is in a rugged area and not accessible by rescue vehicles.
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2 months ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Monique Ledesma |Erin Wencl
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Richland School District said it will no longer allow a substitute teacher to teach in its classrooms after they said multiple reports were made regarding the person's behavior. In a letter released to parents on March 13, RSD did not specify what had happened in the classroom, or any of the reports that were made, but said after an investigation, it was determined the teacher could not return.
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2 months ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Erin Wencl |Monique Ledesma
FRANKLIN CO., Wash. - Franklin County Fire District #4 firefighters gathered Wednesday night for scheduled, routine training. Fire Chief Steve Cooper said the district is made up of all volunteers and they use Wednesday nights to practice their skills. The planned practice scenario suddenly turned into the real thing as the fire district based out of Basin City was called to a house fire on Russell Road. The call for help came in just after 6 p.m. just as training was getting underway.
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2 months ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Erin Wencl |Monique Ledesma
FRANKLIN CO., Wash. - Franklin County Fire District #4 firefighters gathered Wednesday night for scheduled, routine training. Fire Chief Steve Cooper said the district is made up of all volunteers and they use Wednesday nights to practice their skills. The planned practice scenario suddenly turned into the real thing as the fire district based out of Basin City was called to a house fire on Russell Road. The call for help came in just after 6 p.m. just as training was getting underway.
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2 months ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Monique Ledesma
BENTON CO., Wash. -- Benton County Fire District #5 said one person was hurt following a crash with a semi truck in Benton County. It happened just after 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of South Travis Road and East Sellards Road. Washington State Patrol, Benton County Sheriff's Office and Benton County Fire District #5 responded to the call for help. According to BCFD5, a semi truck hit the rear of a pickup truck which caused significant damage. The semi had minor front-end damage.
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Feb 7, 2025 | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Erin Wencl |Monique Ledesma
PASCO, Wash. - After a violent fight broke out at Pasco High School during Senior Night for boys basketball, Chiawana High School said it is standing in support of its rival, Pasco High. The fight happened during the matchup between Pasco High School and Hanford High School. After a Pasco athlete stole the ball from a Hanford player, the Pasco player headed to the hoop for a layup.
