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There were several noted protests, including the event by Winco on Clearwater which disrupted traffic and had people lying down in the road. But now? Quiet.

A lawsuit has been filed against the Washington State Patrol over allegations they coordinated the June 19 freeway shutdowns at the bequest of Gov. Inslee.

Unlike the issues Sunday night, Monday was quiet in Kennewick, Tri-Cities. Police and citizens were scattered all over locations in town.

Police sources told Townsquare Media the march organizers called them and talked with officials the day before, to ensure everyone on the same page.

In politics it's called "astroturfing," been around a while. But now we're seeing "protestors" for hire...not just crowds for events.

In the wake of the riots allegedly over the tragic death of George Floyd, Washington State Secretary of Health John Wiesman released a statement that contained some curious claims. We say allegedly because many protest march organizers-groups are strongly distancing themselves from the rioters, including that that took place here in our region...

Not related in any way to the Richland, Pasco marches Sat and Sun, say police. It is not conclusively yet known if the agitators were local, or from out of town.

According to Richland officials, about 600 kids, scattered between Richland, Hanford, a couple of middle and elementary schools, marched around 10am Wednesday morning against violence in schools. The students rallied for more gun control, and greater access to mental health care and facilities...