Spokane Transit adds safety measures for double-decker buses following crash
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Transit Authority plans to return its double-decker bus fleet to service with enhanced safety measures following a Jan. 18 accident where a bus struck a railroad viaduct on Cedar Street.
A couple more cold, dry days before shower chances return
Spokane has not received measurable precipitation since January 7th, but that could be changing later this week. Monday and Tuesday stay dry with more cloud rolling in. By Wednesday, weak shower chances are back and will stick around into the weekend. Temperatures gradually warm up this week and snow levels...
Washington Weather Alert Today: Spokane at 21°F Now, Winter Chill Holds Before Midweek Snow...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Washington greets the morning with sharp cold and silent streets, where frost coats windshields and footsteps crunch on frozen pavement. Washington’s Weather Alert centers on Spokane as winter holds firm...
Spokane Ag show returns for 2026
SPOKANE – The annual Spokane Ag Show is returning to the Spokane Convention Center Feb. 3-5 for the 47th annual expo and 70th Pacific Northwest Farm Forum. Show Director Diahne Gill said this event is a great opportunity for people from the industry to get together and collaborate. “We...
Locals Call This Spokane, WA Thai Spot the Best Pad Thai in the State
If you have been chasing the perfect Pad Thai in Spokane, you are about to find your new go-to. Pad Thai Cuisine on East 29th brings bold flavor, reliable heat levels, and the kind of friendly service that makes you feel like a regular by the second visit. You will...
Spokane community celebrates Vietnamese New Year at Shadle Park Library
SPOKANE, Wash. – Community members from across the city gathered at the Shadle Park Library on Saturday to celebrate the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, known as “Tết.”. The event began with a prayer, national anthems and an ancestral tribute. Continuing the celebration, there was a presentation describing Vietnamese New...
Spokane County Fire District warns of winter brush fires after quarter-acre blaze
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. - Spokane County Fire District #4 warned residents on social media about the potential for brush fires in the winter months after containing a blaze one-quarter acre in size. The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon, according to SCFD. "Even though it’s cold out, dead and dry...
Cold and dry conditions continue into Sunday with slight changes next week
Temperatures will still be in the teens for many including Spokane to start Sunday morning. By the evening, highs will struggle to get above freezing.
Color of Justice event held at Spokane County Courthouse
On Friday, the annual Color of Justice event brought together dozens of students at the Spokane County Courthouse. This event aimed to inspire young minds by allowing students to connect with law professionals and students who shared their journeys in the legal field.
Deer Park peeps, DPPD has a nifty way for you to keep up with...
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