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Marques Carlos Cardenas, 21, entered an Alford plea for second-degree murder and assault for fatally shooting Luis Moses Castaneda on May 27 in Sunnyside — he was sentenced to 18 years by Yakima County Superior Court as Castaneda’s family continued to grieve.

A report by Oxfam America ranked Washington fifth in the nation for worker benefits for the third consecutive year, evaluating wages, worker protections and the right to organize.

The state set a top minimum wage of $16.16 and introduced new safety laws — starting in 2027, nursing workers will receive paid lactation breaks.

Fox 11 Tri Cities and Fox 41 Yakima shared a list of seven copycat recipes—featuring dishes like Chick-fil-A Nuggets and Orange Chicken—that let home cooks recreate takeout flavors at home while saving money and controlling ingredients.

The recipes—designed for a cozy Saturday dinner—offer a practical way for local residents to enjoy restaurant-style dishes without leaving home.

USA Today's 10 Best Destinations for Fall Travel (people vote for it) names Yakima Valley as one of the top spots due to its success in wine and harvest tourism.

Local festivals and outdoor events, including the Fresh Hop Ale Festival (voting ends Sept. 6), are expected to draw more visitors.

Fox 41 Yakima offers 11 quick and easy dinner recipes to help busy families get cooking fast.

The guide features ideas such as Air Fry Frozen Chicken Wings, Stuffed Tomatoes, and Lasagna with Ground Beef—each recipe made for speed and flavor.

A food article presents 7 fall cookie recipes that offer warmth for cooler evenings, featuring treats like chocolate chip with frosting and pumpkin whoopie pies—each designed to pair perfectly with a warm drink and a cozy blanket.

The recipes combine classic and inventive flavors to celebrate the season.

Steps to Recovery Walk

Show your support for those on the path to recovery. Join us for a day of hope, resilience, and community. We invite all friends and family members in recovery to join us at this meaningful event and show your support for those who are walking the path of recovery.

Central Washington State Fair

12-2 p.m. — State Fair Park — Admission details not specified — Explore the vibrant festivities at the Central Washington State Fair.

Seattle Credit Union Invites Yakima Community to Mobile Branch Launch Celebration

Seattle Credit Union is proud to invite the Yakima community to the grand unveiling of its brand-new Mobile Banking Branch, a bold step toward making financial services more accessible to everyone. This special event will feature free lunch for all guests, music provided by Radio KDNA, raffle prizes and giveaways throughout the event, and a photo booth for fun memories with friends and family.

5k Beer Run at Bale Breaker Brewing Company

12-2 p.m. — Bale Breaker Brewing Company — Registration fee required — Experience a fun 5k run followed by local craft beer and festivities.