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Students celebrating prom leads to more DUIs (Video)

By Davis Wahlman Published: May 19, 2013 at 6:42 PM PDT

The number of DUIs goes up substantially in May and law enforcement says it's because of students celebrating a little too much.

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KEPR story earns 1st place in award from Society of Professional Journalists

By Robin Wojtanik Published: May 19, 2013 at 8:32 AM PDT

A story about a sex offender moving into a neighborhood near an elementary school has earned KEPR Action News Reporter Frances Watson a 1st place award.

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Human trafficking gets attention at local exhibit (Video)

By Davis Wahlman Published: May 19, 2013 at 6:50 PM PDT

A local church puts on a traveling exhibit that educated people about human trafficking both world-wide and locally.

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Climbers remember Mount St. Helens eruption 33 years later (Video)

By Lincoln Graves, KATU News Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:18 PM PDT

Saturday marks the 33rd anniversary of one of the biggest news stories ever experienced in the Pacific Northwest.

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Home Students celebrating prom leads to more DUIs (Video)

By Davis Wahlman Published: May 19, 2013 at 6:42 PM PDT

The number of DUIs goes up substantially in May and law enforcement says it's because of students celebrating a little too much.

Local & Regional KEPR story earns 1st place in award from Society of Professional Journalists

By Robin Wojtanik Published: May 19, 2013 at 8:32 AM PDT

A story about a sex offender moving into a neighborhood near an elementary school has earned KEPR Action News Reporter Frances Watson a 1st place award.

Home Human trafficking gets attention at local exhibit (Video)

By Davis Wahlman Published: May 19, 2013 at 6:50 PM PDT

A local church puts on a traveling exhibit that educated people about human trafficking both world-wide and locally.

Local & Regional Climbers remember Mount St. Helens eruption 33 years later (Video)

By Lincoln Graves, KATU News Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:18 PM PDT

Saturday marks the 33rd anniversary of one of the biggest news stories ever experienced in the Pacific Northwest.

Local & Regional GAS PRICES: what to know this traveling season (Video)

By Abby Acone Published: May 18, 2013 at 7:51 PM PDT Last Updated: May 19, 2013 at 11:18 AM PDT

Costs have surged by a dime in the last week alone. All while many of you are planning to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend.

Local & Regional Thousands check out monster trucks at Kidz Dig Rigz (Video)

By Abby Acone Published: May 18, 2013 at 7:57 PM PDT

Hundreds of families gathered at Columbia Park today for the third annual Kidz Dig Rigz event. Kids could check out "rigs" of all kinds: police, fire and military vehicles.

National & World Last-minute fortune seekers buy Powerball tickets

By Barbara Rodriguez, Associated Press Published: May 18, 2013 at 11:30 AM PDT Last Updated: May 18, 2013 at 2:41 PM PDT

With the majority of possible combinations of Powerball numbers in play, someone is almost sure to win the game's highest jackpot on Saturday night, a windfall of hundreds of millions of dollars — and that's after taxes.

National & World Photos: Best of the West (Photo Gallery)

By The Associated Press Published: May 18, 2013 at 10:03 AM PDT

From Oregon to New Mexico, Hawaii to Montana, a look at the American West as seen through the cameras of The Associated Press.

Local & Regional FBI searches Spokane apartment in ricin letter case (Video)

By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS, Associated Press Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:16 PM PDT Last Updated: May 18, 2013 at 6:03 PM PDT

Few details have been released in the case, and no arrests have been made. Federal investigators have been searching for the person who sent the letters, which were postmarked Tuesday in Spokane.

Local & Regional Possible child abuse at Richland child care (Video)

By Abby Acone Published: May 17, 2013 at 6:18 PM PDT

KEPR is looking into a Richland daycare that was closed by the state. The Department of Early Learning says it’s the first step into an investigation of abuse allegations.

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Taylor Swift wins big at Billboard Music Awards (Photo Gallery)

By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer Published: May 19, 2013 at 10:40 PM PDT

Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards.

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Photos: Stars arrive at the Billboard Music Awards (Photo Gallery)

By Associated Press Published: May 19, 2013 at 7:40 PM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 9:29 AM PDT

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Photos: A kiss and more on the red carpet at Cannes (Photo Gallery)

By Associated Press Published: May 19, 2013 at 7:29 PM PDT

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(New) Bumbling crooks accidentally dial 911 during crime

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:50 AM PDT

Two suspects arrested for breaking into a car in Central California accidentally called 911 on a cellphone, which led police to them.

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(New) 48-hour ride breaks Ferris wheel world record

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:43 AM PDT

A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than two days, bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park favorite.

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Milwaukee backs off bra ban for historic bar

By CARRIE ANTLFINGER Associated Press Published: May 17, 2013 at 6:47 PM PDT

A historic Milwaukee bowling alley and bar almost went without the appropriate support after a city inspector decided dozens of bras hanging from its ceiling were a fire hazard.

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Coast Guard rescues teen from Oregon surf

By The Associated Press Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:14 PM PDT

A Coast Guard helicopter has rescued a teenage girl from the surf on the northwest Oregon coast.

Local & Regional 'Stand downs' serve vets who live in woods near Forks (Video)

By Eric Johnson Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:13 PM PDT

You'll find a different breed of vets at the stand down in Forks - the ones who want to be as far away from people as possible.Some have been fighting their own "personal" wars for more than four decades.

Local & Regional Wash, Ore. among states to get money for tsunami debris cleanup

By Becky Bohrer, Associated Press Published: May 18, 2013 at 12:12 PM PDT

The five West Coast states affected by debris from the 2011 tsunami in Japan are about to receive an initial $250,000 each from a $5 million gift from Japan for cleanup.

Local & Regional Pasco mail center set for Spokane move in June (Video)

By Vince Sapienza Published: May 17, 2013 at 5:16 PM PDT

Plans to process your mail out of Spokane instead of the Tri-Cities are moving forward. With sights set on the end of June for the switch.

Local & Regional To hire a licensed or unlicensed nanny? (Video)

By Abby Acone Published: May 17, 2013 at 6:26 PM PDT

News stories about childcare facilities and nannies always stress parents out. Especially on the heels of a manslaughter trial for a former Richland nanny.

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Huskies bring out the brooms for the Cougs, Mariners get swept (Video)

By Vince Sapienza Published: May 19, 2013 at 11:37 PM PDT

Sports (New) Russian oligarchs footing most of Sochi Olympics bill

By NATALIYA VASILYEVA Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:14 AM PDT

The mountains of Sochi are now home to Potanin's slope, Gazprom's gondola lift and Sberbank's ski jump. The nicknames used by locals and an army of construction workers leave no doubt about who is paying for the 2014 Winter Games: Russia's business powerhouses.

Sports (Updated) Felilx takes loss, as Indians blank Mariners 6-0

By TOM WITHERS, AP Sports Writer Published: May 19, 2013 at 1:53 PM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 8:38 AM PDT

Michael Brantley hit a three-run homer in the second inning off Hernandez (5-3), who failed to go at least six innings for the first time this season

Sports Belmont Stakes: Oxbow vs. Orb in the cards

By RICHARD ROSENBLATT AP Sports Writer Published: May 19, 2013 at 7:50 PM PDT

After Oxbow upset Kentucky Derby winner Orb in Saturday's Preakness to extend racing's Triple Crown drought to 36 years, the next best alternative for the Belmont Stakes is a rematch.

Sports Fever fall, Huskies take Game 2, and Baseball, Soccer, Softball state playoffs (Video)

By Vince Sapienza Published: May 18, 2013 at 11:41 PM PDT

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(New) Tornadoes slam Midwest, more in the forecast (Photo Gallery)

By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:36 AM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 9:45 AM PDT

When Lindsay Carter heard on the radio that a violent storm was approaching her rural Oklahoma neighborhood, she gathered her belongings and fled. When she returned, there was little left of the community Carter had called home.

National & World (New) GOP ponders how to capitalize on Obama's woes

By CHARLES BABINGTON Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:22 AM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 9:49 AM PDT

The scandals dogging President Barack Obama are a political gift to Republicans, who could use some good luck after recent election losses. It's not clear, however, how Republicans can best capitalize on Democrats' woes, legislatively or politically.

National & World (New) Girl, 10, killed when gunmen shoot through door of Calif. home

By JOHN S. MARSHALL Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:28 AM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 8:49 AM PDT

Authorities were searching for at least two gunmen who walked up to the door of a Northern California home and opened fire, killing a 10-year-old girl and injuring her parents.

National & World Officer shot in Marathon showdown determined to return

By BRIDGET MURPHY, Associated Press Published: May 19, 2013 at 4:01 PM PDT

With a bullet still in his body, the police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects said Sunday he's determined to return to duty.

National & World (New) Measles surges in UK years after vaccine scare

By MARIA CHENG AP Medical Writer Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:25 AM PDT

More than a decade ago, British parents refused to give measles shots to at least a million children because of a vaccine scare that raised the specter of autism. Now, health officials are scrambling to catch up and stop a growing epidemic of the contagious disease.

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Will It Work? The Waterproof Box (Video)

By Action News Team Published: May 15, 2013 at 8:46 AM PDT

Click on the video tab to watch as Stormtracker Jay Frank takes to the Lower Yakima River to test out the Outdoor Products' Waterproof Box.

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(New) Don't lose your toes: Practice lawnmower safety

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:37 AM PDT

Lawnmower accidents can be pretty nasty: deep cuts, broken bones, burns and lost fingers or toes.

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Senate majority names 33 bills for budget talks

By MIKE BAKER, Associated Press Published: May 17, 2013 at 3:12 PM PDT

As lawmakers wrap up their first week of a special legislative session, Senate majority leaders have asked that more than 30 bills be considered as part of the budget discussions.

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Technology (New) Scientists turn honeybees into land mine detectors (Photo Gallery)

By DARKO BANDIC Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:09 AM PDT

Mirjana Filipovic is still haunted by the land mine blast that killed her boyfriend and blew off her left leg while on a fishing trip nearly a decade ago. It happened in a field that was supposedly de-mined.

Technology (New) A year after IPO, Facebook aims to be ad colossus

By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:00 AM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 9:10 AM PDT

It was supposed to be our IPO, the people's public offering. And then it flopped. Facebook's stock finished its first day of trading just 23 cents higher than its $38 IPO price. It hasn't been that high since.

Technology (New) Seamless and GrubHub to combine, no terms revealed

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:47 AM PDT

Seamless North America and GrubHub on Monday announced plans to combine and create an online food ordering service covering more than 20,000 restaurants in 500 cities across the U.S.

Technology (New) Yahoo takes big leap with $1.1 billion deal for Tumblr

By MICHAEL LIEDTKE, AP Technology Writer Published: May 20, 2013 at 7:21 AM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 9:08 AM PDT

Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.

Technology Expectations high for unveiling of next Xbox on Tuesday

By DERRIK J. LANG,AP Entertainment Writer Published: May 19, 2013 at 11:57 AM PDT Last Updated: May 19, 2013 at 12:54 PM PDT

Microsoft will likely take aim at Sony during Tuesday's next-generation Xbox unveiling at its headquarters in Redmond. Eight years have passed since Microsoft unveiled the last one, Xbox 360.

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Health (New) What do we eat? New food map will tell us

By MARY CLARE JALONICK, Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:42 AM PDT

Until now, the only way to find out what people in the United States eat and how many calories they consume has been government data, which can lag behind the rapidly expanding and changing food marketplace. Researchers are trying to change that.

Health (New) FDA has safety concerns on Merck insomnia drug

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:37 AM PDT

Federal health regulators say an experimental insomnia drug from Merck can help patients fall asleep, but it also carries worrisome side effects, including daytime drowsiness and suicidal thinking.

Health Hep C rising in baby boomers, but can they be treated? (Photo Gallery)

By Rose Egge Published: May 17, 2013 at 12:04 PM PDT Last Updated: May 17, 2013 at 2:11 PM PDT

The CDC is recommending baby boomers get tested for Hepatitis C, regardless of other risk factors. But, treatment may not be readily available for newly diagnosed patients, and the Affordable Care Act could make things even worse.

Health Tiny preemies get a boost from live music therapy (Photo Gallery)

By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer Published: May 16, 2013 at 8:18 AM PDT

As the guitarist strums and softly sings a lullaby in Spanish, tiny Augustin Morales stops squirming in his hospital crib and closes his eyes.

Health Saudi health workers sickened by SARS-like virus

By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer Published: May 16, 2013 at 8:14 AM PDT

A deadly new respiratory virus related to SARS has apparently spread from patients to health care workers in eastern Saudi Arabia, health officials said Wednesday.

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Business (New) Economists predict increase in consumer spending

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:30 AM PDT

Consumer spending is likely to pick up this year, while government spending declines at a faster rate, according to a survey of business economists.

Business (New) Earnings preview: PC slump hangs over HP's 2nd quarter

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:28 AM PDT

Hewlett-Packard's latest quarterly results will show how badly the deteriorating personal computer market damaged the company while CEO Meg Whitman tries to expand into more profitable areas of technology.

Business (New) NBC hires news division chief from Britain

By Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:22 AM PDT

NBC has gone out of the company and out of the country to find a president for its news division.

Business (New) Ryanair keeps growing, reports record profits

By SHAWN POGATCHNIK, Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:19 AM PDT

Ryanair reported record profits Monday as Europe's largest budget airline relentlessly expanded its route network across the continent and into North Africa.

Business (New) Tons of New Zealand meat stranded on Chinese docks

By NICK PERRY, Associated Press Published: May 20, 2013 at 8:17 AM PDT

Hundreds of tons of frozen mutton, lamb and beef from New Zealand have been stranded on Chinese docks after China halted their import due to a certification dispute.

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Consumer What you don't know about your credit score can hurt you

By Herb Weisbaum, NBCNews.com Published: May 17, 2013 at 8:28 AM PDT

Everyone wants a good credit score. We know it's important, but a lot of people don't understand how these numbers are created and how their actions affect them.

Consumer Second-hand smoke linked to Alzheimer's disease

By Herb Weisbaum Published: May 16, 2013 at 9:19 AM PDT

Here's another reason to avoid second-hand smoke. Some new research indicates it could increase your risk for Alzheimer's disease or other types of severe dementia.

Consumer Address change causes delivery aggravation (Video)

By Connie Thompson Published: May 15, 2013 at 9:29 AM PDT

A change of address is one thing when you move to a new location, but people in a neighborhood near Renton say their addresses were changed without their knowledge and, more importantly, without them moving.

Consumer Biotech apples may be harbinger for genetically modified spuds (Photo Gallery)

By JOHN MILLER, Associated Press Published: May 14, 2013 at 1:00 PM PDT

Idaho's potato industry is gazing north of the U.S. border to a tiny Canadian apple breeder for a sign of how the public may embrace a genetically modified potato proposed for commercialization by the J.R. Simplot Co.

Consumer Washington state hops in high demand; Cougar Ale on the way

By Nella Letizia, WSU NEWS Published: May 14, 2013 at 11:59 AM PDT

In 1980, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. founder Ken Grossman effectively put the Cascade hop of Yakima on the map. More than three decades later, Washington State University researchers studying optimal brewing qualities with that same hop recently interned with Sierra Nevada master brewers to hone their brewing skills and learn advanced brewing methods that are being pioneered by American craft brewers.

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