Police: Man drove through several counties in stolen school bus before crashing front-end loader into home
A man from Stevens County has been arrested for allegedly stealing a school bus and driving it through multiple counties before stealing a front-end loader and crashing it into a home.
Red Apple Fire more than 50% contained, some evacuations downgraded
Firefighters made progress fighting the Red Apple Fire burning in Chelan County Saturday, keeping it at more than 50% contained now.
Investigators: Red Apple Fire was started by humans
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has determined that the Red Apple Fire burning in Wenatchee was caused by humans.
Red Apple Fire is 10% contained
Evacuation orders have been downgraded and the Red Apple fire is now moving away from structures. No primary residences have been lost in the fire.
Neighbors praise 'skilled' firefighters as they tackle the Red Apple Fire in Wenatchee
Many of the Level 3 evacuations for the Red Apple Fire fell to a Level 2 by Thursday in the neighborhoods threatened by the wildfire near Wenatchee.
Investigators believe Red Apple Fire was sparked by illegal burn
Most of the Wenatchee valley evacuations have gone down to level two, and that means families are able to return. Many homeowners return, assessing the damage from the fire.
Red Apple Fire near Wenatchee grows to 11,000 acres, threatens over 1,500 homes
The Red Apple Fire grew to 11,000 acres Thursday and remains 10 percent contained as more than 1,500 homes are threatened.
County Sheriffs obtain search warrant for a home where the Red Apple Fire is believed to have started.
Red Apple Fire burns around 9000 acres. Chelan County Sheriff's Office has obtained a search warrant for a house suspected of being the origin of the fire.
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Residents are forced to leave their homes as 1500 houses are under some level of evacuation in Chelan County. Firefighters have been able to contain flames in certain areas and save some structures.
Red Apple Fire north of downtown Wenatchee
Around 1500 homes are under evacuation in Chelan County forcing hundreds of families to leave.
80% of Batterman Fire contained, 14,100 acres burning
All evacuation notices for the Batterman Fire dropped to Level 1, authorities said. The wildfire was 80% contained Friday as burned 14,100 acres have burned in Douglas County.
First wild fishers born in North Cascades in decades
An elusive member of the wolverine family is making a comeback in Washington!
Detectives asking hikers to be on the lookout for possible human remains in Stevens Pass
Detectives with the King County Sheriff's Office are asking for the public's help in looking for evidence regarding a case of a man reported missing back in 2020.
Liberty Orchards, company that makes Aplets and Cotlets, to close after 101 years in business
After 101 years in business, the makers of a Pacific Northwest staple are closing their doors.
Organizers cancel 2021 Leavenworth Oktoberfest amid pandemic
Washington's famous Bavarian town Leavenworth is canceling its annual Oktoberfest in 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Washington farm exports hampered by cargo-container shortage
Farm exporters in Washington state have been left with stockpiles of product and idle trucks as the pandemic has created a shortage of cargo containers.
AMBER Alert canceled in Chelan after 9-year-old found safe; teen still missing
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing teenage girl from Chelan, Washington last seen with two unidentified adults.
Hurdles persist as Washington state plans for mass vaccination sites
On the anniversary of the first confirmed COVID-19 case in the United States, Washington state health officials said Thursday they are plowing ahead with plans to open four mass vaccination sites next week, despite logistical concerns that include questions about vaccine supply.
Scene cleared after bomb threat prompts evacuations, lockdowns in Leavenworth
A bomb threat reported in Leavenworth turned out to be a false alarm, but the call caused major disruptions and treacherous travel for responding crews.
Village of Leavenworth cancels annual holiday festivals to reduce large crowds and COVID-19 exposure
The Village of Leavenworth, tucked away in the Cascade Mountains, is internationally known as the "Christmas Town." Several thousands of people make a trip to the Bavarian-themed town as part of their holiday traditions. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how Leavenworth and its people celebrate the season.