Crime
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More tools on the way to combat catalytic converter theft in Washington
(The Center Square) – Lawmakers are hoping recently passed legislation will stem the tide of stolen catalytic conv…
Information sought on Larson-area shooting
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies are asking for the public’s help following a shooting that left a 19-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds early Sunday morning.
GCSO looks back and plans forward
EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office saw successes and challenges during Sheriff Joe Kriete’s first year in office in 2023. Kriete said he’s overall ver…
Man indicted in Yakima bail bond scam
YAKIMA — A federal grand jury has returned an indictment in a phony bail bond scam, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Eastern District of Washington.
Tabletop exercise discusses expectations and responses for when the unthinkable happens
EPHRATA — Emergencies do not respect time or place, and sometimes the unthinkable happens. Ephrata School District officials already have thought about the res…
News bites for Feb. 16, 2023
OTHELLO — Adams County Fire District 5 honored Sam Scroggins as Firefighter of the Year at its annual banquet in January, according to an announcement from the…
Speed camera bill passes state House
OLYMPIA — The Washington State House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday to decrease traffic fatalities, according to an announcement from the bill’s prim…
News Bites for Feb. 13, 2024
News Bites for Feb. 13, 2024
Quincy man arrested for wire theft
MOSES LAKE — A Quincy man was arrested Thursday night for stealing wire from an irrigation circle, according to a statement from the Grant County Sheriff’s Off…
WA Senate advances bill to make DUI offenders pay child support
OLYMPIA - Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are uniting to address deadly crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers from the past year.
Law enforcement logs for Feb. 9, 2024
The reports below were provided by the sheriff’s office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of …
Collision injures 1 near Mattawa
OTHELLO — A collision near Mattawa sent one driver to the hospital Thursday, according to a statement from the Washington State Patrol.
Man shot at Moses Lake restaurant
MOSES LAKE — An argument at a Moses Lake restaurant escalated into gunfire Wednesday, according to a statement from the Moses Lake Police Department. Albert…
Legislature looks at lowering blood alcohol content statute
OLYMPIA – To curb traffic fatalities, lawmakers are proposing reducing the legal limit for driving while intoxicated.
Bullying at Frontier points toward frustrations for parents
MOSES LAKE — Harassment or bullying at school often leads to unknown territory for parents, who don’t always know what school officials can do, and may not be …
News bites for Feb. 6, 2024
News bites for Feb. 6, 2024