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Courtesy: Benton County Sheriff’s OfficeTwo people are dead after a small plane crashed into the Columbia River in the middle of the Tri-Cities. -
Courtney Flatt/NWPBTiny, pocket forests are sprouting up all around Washington state: on old, abandoned fields and in people’s backyards. They’re meant to mimic nature – and to grow quickly and increase biodiversity. -
General Manager Cara Williams Fry leaves NWPB at the end of June 2026 for a new role at Kansas City PBS.
Local Programs
Arts & Culture
America at 250 special radio programs explore history, democracy, and culture
As America commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, NWPB presents a variety of special radio programs that invite listeners to explore the nation’s story from multiple perspectives.
Tri-Cities World Relief Cup fosters a ‘sense of belonging’ for refugee soccer players
For people around the world, soccer is its own language. That’s true for some refugees in the Tri-Cities. Players from Nicaragua to Nigeria competed this past weekend in the first World Relief Cup tournament.
Reeder's Movie Reviews: Disclosure Day
It may well become the most discussed line of dialogue in any movie released this year. A line we don’t actually hear, by design. A line delivered by a rather unlikely “character.” A climactic moment in Steven Spielberg’s latest speculative drama–a picture unrelated to Dan Farah’s unconvincing 2025 documentary The Age of Disclosure.
Homegrown, queer and holy: Upcoming exhibit by regional makers showcases art world outliers
A one-night-only art exhibit in Spokane on June 5th blends queerness, spirituality and folk art.
One city in Washington is celebrating the World Cup with glass art
When six World Cup games come to Seattle this summer, there’s another game fans can join in on in Pierce County. Around the county, 1,000 glass medallions are being hidden in a scavenger hunt meant to celebrate the World Cup.
Record-setting, 64-year overdue library book makes its way back to Richland
There are now two books at the Richland Public Library that definitely don’t have that new book smell. They were last checked out in the 1960s.
The Hip Hop Orchestra Experience in the Pacific Northwest
NWPB's classical service host Jedd Greenhalgh interviews the creator, composer and pianist behind The Hip Hop Orchestra Experience.
It takes a community: Coming together to prepare girls for their quinceañeras
Quinceañeras are a traditional Latin American celebration of a girl's 15th birthday that marks her coming of age into becoming a young woman. In March the Wenatchee Convention Center filled with colorful ball gowns, families dancing and dozens of businesses ready to showcase services for this milestone celebration.
Tacomans are searching for treasure. They’re looking for Monkeyshines
Every winter, Tacomans embark on a treasure hunt. The seekers are looking for Monkeyshines.
PNW Bites: Hazelnut mug cake
On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for hazelnut mug cake.
Kids
PBS Kids
Educational games and videos from Curious George, Wild Kratts and other PBS KIDS shows!
Ask Dr. Universe
See Dr. Universe answer your most baffling science questions.
Explore Together / Exploremos Juntos
Explore Together is our program just for kids ages 2–8 and their families. Join us at community events, get hands-on with STEAM activities and make lasting memories together.
