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Ice Cube Debuts New Song, 'The Big Show'

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 25 May 2013 05:39:57 +0000

When it comes to hip-hop heavyweights, it gets no bigger than Ice Cube. The veteran rhyme-slinger has forged a successful career both in music and entertainment. On his new single, ‘The Big Show,’ Cube name-drops celebrities he personally knows. The smoothed-out banger is accompanied by a lyric video, which features images of Cube’s many celebrity [...]

Security Camera Catches I-5 Interstate Bridge Collapse (Video)

Rik Mikals — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:51:03 +0000

After this week’s bridge collapse near Mt. Vernon on the west side of the state, we finally get to see the security camera footage of the bridge collapsing.Luckily no one was hurt but what a scary event for the motorists that were caught in the collapse.

Why Does Yakima Flood Every Time it Rains? We Now Know!

Cefus — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:04:43 +0000

If you ever wonder why it floods certain places when it rains a lot here in the Yakima Valley? Here’s what Waterwords division manager, Scott Schafer, says. Scott Schafer, Wastewater Division Manager: “Undersized infrastructure trying to handle record rain events.” It’s because our systems aren’t able to handle the heavy water volumes through our drains. [...]

The Best Commencement Speech You'll Hear All Year Long (Video)

Rik Mikals — Fri, 24 May 2013 22:55:28 +0000

Author John Green’s commencement speech at Butler University speaks volumes for the graduates that are headed into the real world.He uses quotes from Mr. Rogers to William Faulkner and manages to get the audience to sit in silence for one minute — truly an inspirational speech that should be shared with the class of 2013.

Join Us For The Yakima Memorial Day Parade

Cefus — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:27:05 +0000

You are invited to the annual Yakima Memorial Day Parade. The parade will begin at 10:00 am on Saturday May 25th. The parade starts at 6th Ave. between Yakima Ave and Walnut St and goes to Yakima Avenue and Naches. We hope to see you there to support our community. Come early to get a [...]

Amanda Bynes Arrest Update: Her Parents Attempted Conservatorship and a Publicist Says She's Suicidal [VIDEO]

Jessica Sager — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:44:27 +0000

Amanda Bynes was arrested last night for marijuana possession (surprise!), reckless endangerment and felony evidence tampering when she threw a bong out of her New York City apartment window -- and it may be the best thing that's ever happened to her.

Sources say Bynes' family has been unable to get through to the erstwhile Nickelodeon starlet, who's expected to have a hearing sometime this morning.

Oklahoma Tornado Relief in Yakima

107.3 KFFM — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:49:40 +0000

107.3 KFFM cares! This Memorial Day weekend, we are remembering those who have lost much in the devastation that occurred in Oklahoma last week. We’ve teamed with the Bob Hall Auto Dealerships to provide relief, and we need your help. Stop by Sunfair Chevrolet (off I-82 & Yakima Avenue) this Friday thru Memorial Day and [...]

Polish Pilot Lands Plane Safely Without Landing Gear [VIDEO]

Kelly West — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:26:57 +0000

A 767 plane is an incredibly huge plane! The way it lands with landing gear, if you ask me, is already scary enough! But with out landing gear, yikes!The Polish Pilot is being consider a hero amongst Poland and Americans because he saved the lives of some 250 people that could otherwise not be here [...]

Jennifer Hudson Reportedly Confirmed as 'American Idol' Judge

Kat Lee — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:25:32 +0000

The judging panel for Season 13 of ‘American Idol‘ is starting to take shape and Jennifer Hudson is reportedly the first celeb to sign on for one of the four open spots. E! Online has confirmed with multiple sources that J. Hud is a definite for the next season that starts this fall and other [...]

Miley Cyrus + Liam Hemsworth Are Back Together … For Now

Jessica Sager — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:40:03 +0000

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are apparently back together yet again — but don’t expect it to stick. Us Weekly reports that the oft-estranged but engaged couple are back on. Spies say Cyrus had her lips on something other than a blunt for once — they were on her fiance’s face during a party at [...]

Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep Mid-Interview – But Has an Epic Excuse for Doing It [VIDEO]

Ryan Anderson — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:52:23 +0000

Morgan Freeman may be known for his stellar narration skills, but earlier this week he seemed more content narrating his own dreams — because he nodded off in the middle of an interview. Or did he? Freeman, 75, and Michael Caine, 80, appeared via satellite on Q13′s morning show in Seattle to discuss their new [...]

I-5 Skagit River Bridge Detour

Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:17:44 +0000

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — The Washington Transportation Department says 67,000 vehicles a day used the stretch of Interstate 5 through Mount Vernon that is now blocked by the collapse of the Skagit River bridge. Mount Vernon is about 60 miles north of Seattle and 40 miles south of the Canada Border. The roadblock on [...]

Former Cast Member Bill Hader Reveals Justin Bieber Was Diva on 'SNL' Set

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:28:02 +0000

Hader's gonna hade!

'SNL' cast member Bill Hader left the show after this season wrapped. He discussed his departure on Howard Stern's morning radio show, opening up about the Justins who hosted – as in Bieber and Timberlake -- this past season. Turns out it was two totally different experiences.

Watch These People Using the Grill Wrong — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:09 +0000

[onescreen item="5076456"] Memorial Day weekend is a big weekend for grilling, so it’s time for a refresher on what exactly not to do with your grill. It seems unnecessary to remind people that grills are dangerous. They contain fire, which, as everyone should know, can burn you. Be very careful with lighter fluid. Don’t try [...]

Wanted: The Perfect Motorcycle

Reesha — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:17:20 +0000

I have been wanting to get a motorcycle, but I think this one would stand out a little TOO much here in Yakima. LOL

I-5 Bridge Over the Skagit River Collapsed Dumping Cars into Water

Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 02:53:10 +0000

Update: May 23rd, 2013 9:37pm MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — Authorities say there were no fatalities when an Interstate 5 bridge over a river north of Seattle collapsed. The Thursday evening bridge failure dumped vehicles and people into the water. Marcus Deyerin, a spokesman for the Northwest Washington Incident Management team, said there were no [...]

WA Attorney General Bob Ferguson Visits Yakima [MAYORS BLOG]

Cefus — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:18:34 +0000

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson stopped by this morning on his visit to Yakima to introduce himself after 4 months on the job as AG. Attorney General Ferguson is the top lawyer in WA state and oversees an office of 1000 employees. We talked to AG Ferguson about a number of subjects and found out

Barack + Michelle, Jay-Z + Beyonce, Ellen + Portia and More Among World's Most Powerful Couples

Jessica Sager — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:34:42 +0000

The POTUS, Barack Obama, and his FLOTUS, Michelle Obama, were named the World's Most Powerful Couple by Forbes. No surprise there, but they were joined on the list by a slew of celebrity pairings as well.

Soulja Boy's Bentley Impounded for Hit and Run

Emily Tan — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:31:53 +0000

In today's world, technology has proven that our lives aren't as private as we think. So when Soulja Boy got into a bit of a car accident with a motorcyclist in Los Angeles earlier this year, it's safe to say there had to be some surveillance of the scene.

Psy Impersonator Fools Everyone at Cannes

Emerald Catron — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:25:12 +0000

It seems one of the disadvantages of always wearing sunglasses is that it makes it a lot easier for somebody to impersonate you. Even if you’re incredibly famous. That’s how an impostor managed to party it up at Cannes, while celebrities were excitedly tweeting about meeting Psy. Naomie Harris, pictured above, tweeted “Me and @psy_oppa [...]