Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
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🚨 Crime
A Yakima man, Craig Michael Berry, receives a 20-year federal prison sentence for soliciting sexually explicit images from teen girls.
🌲 Environment
A federal judge mandated that dairies in the Lower Yakima Valley must conduct water well testing and provide clean drinking solutions to communities affected by nitrate contamination.
🏛️ Government
Recall charges have been filed against Yakima Coroner Jim Curtice for alleged oath violations and misconduct, following accusations of controlled substance use and claims against employees.
The Yakima City Council approved the 2025 budget, including adjustments to city reserves and funding for a new affordable housing project by Catholic Charities.
Governor Jay Inslee has decided to close the Yakima Valley School and several other institutions across the state for budgetary reasons, with public opinion being sought.
🏥 Health
Yakima County is on track to set a new record for drug overdose deaths this year, as the local council explores various solutions, including the creation of a community detox center, to address the crisis.
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