Why the $3.5M sprint to demolish a 90-year-old Pasco underpass?

The 625-foot-long overpass spans multiple tracks owned by BNSF railway, and connects downtown with neighborhoods in east Pasco. The $36 million price tag was paid for mostly by Washington state and ...
The Olympian

‘Dramatic change.’ Downtown Pasco small businesses hit hard as customers fear ICE sweeps

Latino-owned businesses in Pasco report sharp revenue drops since June. Community fear of ICE enforcement deters shopping, events and public outings. Reduced consumer activity threatens sales tax ...
Tri-City Herald

Can WA cities ban high-octane booze? One Tri-Cities councilman wants to try

Pasco Councilman Charles Grimm wants his city to explore a ban on high-octane alcohol being sold in downtown gas stations and convenience stores. High-octane drinks have alcohol content between 8-12% ...
Tri-City Herald

Pasco asks WA lawmakers for $1M to expand police training academy

Pasco is asking the Washington state Legislature for close to $1 million to upgrade Pasco’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy campus. It benefits the entire state as one of the most in-demand police ...