Spokane WA

SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Police arrested 17 people during a shoplifting blitz last week, and will continue an emphasis on cracking down leading up to Christmas. SPD says detectives with the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) and the SPD Air Support Unit conducted a theft emphasis at multiple stores. That included...

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — “We understand that statistically speaking, swiftwater rescue is about the most dangerous thing we can do,” Spokane Valley Fire Department Captain Ben Riddle told NonStop Local. But when the call came in, he and his team, sprung into quick action. “I think I...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Spokane, WA – A High Wind Warning is in effect Wednesday morning and early afternoon for parts of southeast Washington and north-central Idaho, where damaging wind gusts are expected. According to the...

Families can make memories together during winter break with Numerica’s "Five Days of Family Fun." Events are being held in both Spokane and North Idaho, including ice skating and snow tubing to waterparks and family movie showings. Numerica is once again covering the cost of activities that bring joy to kids and...

The Medical Lake School District is receiving nearly $3.5 million to train more school psychologists. The money from the U.S. Department of Education – paid over four years -- will allow Medical Lake to pay graduate students from the University of Washington and other Spokane area colleges to work at the district....

CHENEY, Wash. — While most people head to the mountains for winter recreation, a new indoor facility in Cheney is creating year-round opportunities for BMX bike racers.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Spokane, Washington – Headlights reflect off wet pavement before sunrise as low clouds hang over the Inland Northwest. The air feels damp and calm now, but Winter Weather conditions are lining up to change...

When you walk up the worn wooden ramp leading to Brambleberry Cottage & Tea Shoppe’s front porch, there’s a good chance you’ll see Sunny, the business’ dedicated doorman — er, doorcat. Sometimes he’s hidden away in the lush landscaping in front of the old blue...

DEER PARK, Wash. - A crash is reported to be blocking US-2 south near Eloika Lake Rd. The crash is at mile marker 312 north of Spokane. Anyone traveling through the area can expect delays and is asked to yield to emergency vehicles.

SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Salvation Army is looking for last-minute donations for its red kettle fundraiser, typically its biggest fundraiser of the year.