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Friday, February 14th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Police are investigating two separate shootings, including one that resulted in the death of 21-year-old David Hernandez and the injury of a 1-year-old boy, with no arrests made yet. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Investigators seek witnesses for a February 8 shooting in Yakima involving a K9 officer, which resulted in a 30-year-old man's death amid mental health crisis. NonStopLocal
- ➤ A Mexican man, Santiago Rojas-Rangel, was sentenced to over 12 years in prison for methamphetamine distribution in Yakima, marking his second conviction for similar charges. NonStopLocal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Joann announces a major downsizing by planning to close over half of its stores nationwide due to declining sales and strategic reevaluation, sparing the Yakima location. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Despite near-average snowpack levels in the central Cascades, two consecutive years of drought have resulted in low reservoir levels in the Yakima River Basin, impacting water supply for agriculture. Yakima Herald-Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shane Silverthorn was ceremonially sworn in as a Yakima County Superior Court Judge, praised for his ability to connect with people and his diverse experience in the legal system. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ ACLU attorney David Montes emphasizes during a training session that the U.S. Constitution grants rights to everyone in the U.S., including the right to remain silent and ask if one is free to leave when approached by ICE, regardless of citizenship status. Yakima Herald-Republic
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Paint Night: Following the Stars
This 21+ event offers a guided painting experience where participants can personalize their artwork while enjoying food and drink in a lively atmosphere.
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Annie at Capitol Theatre
The Capitol Theatre in Yakima, Washington will present the musical 'Annie' on February 27, 2025.
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