A Spokane Valley resident apparently angry at having to wear face masks is accused of setting fires at two businesses in town over the coverings, including one ignited by a Molotov cocktail. read more

Kennewick's retired city engineer and his wife, a longtime Tri-Cities educator, were found dead in their home this week, likely at the hands of one of their sons. read more

Authorities believe that one gunman killed three people and wounded another during a lengthy crime spree of shootings and arsons that spanned much of Benton County on Wednesday morning. read more

A fire burning on federal land up Palo Alto Road near Sequim Thursday has been put out, but arson is suspected. read more

The city is on track to set a record for the number of homeless encampment fires that have been reported this year, an accomplishment that few people are proud of. read more