North Central Washington

The heat will soon be on for North Central Washington and the Columbia Basin. Temperatures in the region are expected to surge into triple digits by Friday with record-tying or -breaking highs possible by early next week. Meteorologist Greg Koch with the National Weather Service (NWS) Office in Spokane says the extreme temperatures will be created by an air mass that's currently bringing scorching

Half of the top 10 sites in the forest are near Leavenworth, according to one camping website.

Commissioner Shon Smith says the final Environmental Impact Statement on the project last month did not consider local concerns about the bears.

The Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest is reminding the public about the rules of etiquette when sharing trails with other modes of travel.

Department of Natural Resources Meteorologist Matthew Dehr specifically thinks North Central Washington will have a normal season because of the weather pattern.

Prosecutor Robert Sealby says the use of deadly force by Sgt. Cory Bernaiche was necessary and performed in good faith.

The counties are consulting with Arizona behavioral healthcare provider Connections Health Solutions on the project.

Migratory osprey are attracted to tall structures such as power poles for nesting, which can raise the risk power outages, and be dangerous to the birds

Meteorologist Steve Van Horn with the National Weather Service says there’s a reason why the fires haven't caused much damage.

So, what do we do to keep the pesky Mosquitos away?! That answer is best fitted to your lifestyle, but! I did find the best Bug repellants for you to choose so you may get back to enjoying the great North Central Washington summer days!