KFLD-AM (Pasco, WA)

KFLD (870 AM) is a radio station that delivers a News Talk Information format. Based in Pasco, Washington, it caters to the Tri-Cities region. The station is owned by Townsquare Media and airs content from Premiere Radio Networks, Fox News Radio, and Fox Sports Radio.

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A.I. 'Going After' Amazon Corporate Workforce? Apparently So

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

When artificial intelligence began to explode a few years ago, there were (sometimes hilarious) visions of Terminator-type creatures taking jobs, computers running amok, and more. But now, the CEO of one of the world's biggest companies says AI will reshape the work landscape--at least theirs. According to Geekwire, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy told workers, via the Amazon internal blog, that AI will 'fundamentally reshape how work gets done' with the company.
Drunk Driver Going 50 in a 25 Destroys Fence in Benton City

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

Thanks to some area citizens, a drunk driver was unable to flee a Thursday afternoon crash in Benton City. Deputies responded to an area on 7th. Street in the afternoon about the crash. A man was traveling on 7th when he lost control and nearly hit a woman (missing her by 30 feet according to witnesses) before slamming into a fence. The fence was destroyed, and the man tried to flee the scene but area residents 'detained' him until Deputies arrived.
Kennewick Suspect Captured After Attacking Officer with Hammer

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

A Kennewick Police Officer was able to avoid serious injury after a wanted suspect attacked him with a hammer. When Police Officers and Deputies are on patrol, they are always on the lookout for suspects who may be in the community who are wanted on outstanding warrants. Such was the case on Thursday in Kennewick. Officer Garza spotted 33-year-old felony robbery suspect Christian Fair in the parking lot at 4th and Vancouver.
Despite Trump Reversal on Snake River Dams, WSDOT Studies It--Aga

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

The Washington State Department of Transportation was tasked by the Democrat-controlled legislature to create a study, examining what the effects on the transportation system would be without the Snake River Dams. In 2023, the Biden Administration entered into a secret memorandum with certain native tribes and environmental groups, a memorandum of 'understanding' to pursue if at all possible, the removal of the four lower Snake River dams.
One of Highest in State? Small WA Town Averages 31 Cop Calls a Day

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

Like many smaller towns in both Eastern and Western WA, this community is dealing with the growing issues of drug trafficking. Sultan, WA, is 23 miles east of Everett in Snohomish County, and offers a lot of recreating and other fun small-town things to do. But law enforcement has been increasingly busy. The Police Chief and a four-member team of Deputies (they have an interagency agreement with Snohomish County for many LE services) answered 983 calls for service in May, an average of 31 a day.
DHS Contracts, Waivers, Will Secure Border Areas in Arizona, Texas

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

The Department of Homeland Security said Thursday they've awarded a contract to have another 27 miles of border wall built in Arizona. US Customs and Border Patrol says the wall will be built in what's known as the Tuscon sector, in Santa Cruz County. CBP says the construction will fill in what they call critical gaps, and finish sections of the wall that were never finished.
Walla Walla Announces July 4th City Fireworks Show Details

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

The City of Walla Walla has announced details for its July 4th community fireworks show. City Officials say the show will take place at Walla Walla Community College, at 500 Tausick Way. Western Display of Canby Oregon will be putting on the show, which is expected to last at least 20 minutes. Parking will be available on the WWCC campus, as well as the Mill Creek Sporting Complex. Parking next to the softball and baseball fields at WWCC will be closed off.
Violent Felon Shoots at Deputies in Western WA Standoff, Hits Vehicles

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

Deputies, SWAT, and Tactical Officers from Clallam and Jefferson Counties were able to end an armed standoff Tuesday afternoon. Officers responded to the home in Sequim, WA, and set up a perimeter after the man refused to exit. During the multi-hour incident, the suspect, a convicted felon believed to suffer from some mental issues, fired a number of rounds at the Officers, hitting several of their vehicles. However, the SWAT vehicles kept the bullets from hitting Officers.
Which States Use the 988 Suicide-Crisis Lines The Most?

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

The National Suicide Prevention Hotline has been around for over 20 years, but the emergency call system and texting began in 2022. The idea was similar to 911, but 988 is nationwide. A person experiencing a crisis, or battling with suicidal tendencies can call or text 988 and get immediate help. Now, data is beginning to be compiled to see who's using it, and what regions of the country are making the most of it. This data is then utilized to help strengthen mental help efforts in those areas.
Car vs. Minibike Results in Teen Driver's Arrest in Richland

1 week ago | newstalk870.am | John McKay

A Monday night crash off of Keene Road left a minibike rider with a leg injury, and a teen in custody. This is the general area of the crash. Around 10:30 PM, Police were called to a parking lot by the Original Pancake House at 454 Keene Road about the collision between a car and a minibike. The rider was in the parking lot, when the car turned in front of them and they collided. The teen apparently said he was using the car without father's permission and did not have a license, then he fled.