Increase in respiratory illnesses prompts visitor policy changes at Providence hospitals
SPOKANE, Wash. -- An increase in respiratory illnesses in the community has led Providence Inland Northwest to make temporary changes to its visitor policy starting on Jan. 12.
Providence to restrict visitors under the age of 18 in hospitals and clinics in...
Providence Medical Group recently published changes to its visitor policy for all its clinics and hospitals in Spokane and Stevens counties, including Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. Key changes include limiting most visitors under the age of 18. The policy, last updated on January 7, restricts visiting hours...
Spokane students to walkout in response to ICE shooting, arrests
SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane Students for Human Decency, led by two Lewis and Clark High School seniors, are planning a student walkout on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m, the group announced in a release. The walkout in front of the Lewis and Clark High School Commons follows...
Couple pleads guilty to stealing more than $100K from elderly Spokane woman in 2022
SPOKANE, Wash. — A couple faced a Spokane County judge on Friday and pleaded guilty to stealing more than $100,000 from an elderly woman in 2022. Court documents show that Mark and Tyice Strahl were accused of stealing money from then-85-year-old Pat Holley while she was living in an assisted living facility.
Wingstop in Spokane warns about fraudulent credit card charges
SPOKANE, Wash. - Several local residents have reportedly seen recent credit card charges from "Wingstop 728" on their accounts—even if they've never eaten there. Many locals have shared their experiences and expressed concern on social media after receiving these charges. Julia Fry, Regional Manager of Wingstop 728...
Man who had heart attack at Spokane comedy show has died
SPOKANE, Wash. — The man who had a heart attack during a Drew Lynch comedy show in September has passed away, according to Lynch. Lynch praised the audience for jumping in and saving the man’s life when he collapsed at the Spokane show, and the two formed a relationship. Lynch posted pictures of him visiting ‘Mr....
Spokane man arrested following SWAT standoff near Post Falls
POST FALLS, Idaho -- A SWAT standoff near Post Falls on Saturday night led to the arrest of a Spokane man on kidnapping and assault charges.
How to Watch the 2026 MODE Classic
For those unaware, the MODE Classic is this weekend. Created by James Sprague, the MODE Classic is two-day CrossFit competition in Spokane Valley, Washington. The inaugural competition will host individuals competing in elite and RX divisions. The elite roster features some well-known names of Semifinals-level...
Battling Broke: Using Apple Pay and Google Pay
SPOKANE, Wash. – Contactless payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay are increasingly popular among customers at Boo Radley’s and other local establishments. Zach Baird, employee at Boo Radley’s says he gets asked about Apple Pay options everyday. “I’d say its probably more 60/40,” Baird said....
☃️Say “good-bye” to your snowman: weekend temperatures around 40°! – Kris
The freeze-thaw cycle continues this weekend! High temperatures on Saturday and Sunday will reach the 40° range, which will take a toll on the neighborhood sledding hill. Morning lows will drop into the 20s, creating areas of ice. Watch your step and keep an eye out for slick spots on the streets and sidewalks!

















