Free admission for seniors 55+ at the Spokane County Interstate Fair
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane County Interstate Fair has kicked off its 130th year of attractions and excitement, and today the fair announced a limited-time offer for certain members of the community to experience the fun. Monday, September 8 is 'Senior Day,' at the fair, and admission will be completely...
Trailer theft at Spokane boys’ ranch threatens fundraiser plans
SPOKANE, Wash. – A utility flatbed trailer was stolen early this morning, jeopardizing plans for a local fundraiser, the Morning Star Boys Ranch announced. The distinctive trailer, featuring a new wooden railing, green turf lining and a large black toolbox, was taken at 3:49 a.m. The suspect drove a...
Victim impact statement hearing for Kevin Coe set in Spokane County
Kevin Coe, infamously known as the "South Hill Rapist," is scheduled for a hearing in Spokane County on September 12. Coe's case has long been a focal point in the community, with his crimes dating back to the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Fire crews battle brush fire on Downriver Drive
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A brush fire threatened multiple structures in west Spokane on Monday afternoon.
New jungle-themed pizza restaurant opens in downtown Spokane
SPOKANE — A new pizza restaurant with a jungle theme has opened in downtown Spokane, bringing wood-fired pizzas and creatively named menu items to the city's dining scene.
Spokane neighbors question legality of backyard homeless encampment
SPOKANE, Wash. – A post on the neighborhood social media app, Nextdoor, has sparked conversation about a backyard homeless encampment on 6th Avenue. The property owner, Rick Walters, claims to be running the encampment under an LLC called “Holy Ghost Housing.”. Neighbors have expressed concerns about the legality...
Spokane protesters accused of assaulting ICE officers won’t stand trial until next year
SPOKANE, Wash - Protesters accused of assaulting federal officers during a protest this summer won't stand trial until next year.
Cheney Police seek suspect with green cast connected with assault investigation
SPOKANE, Wash. — Cheney Police Department (CPD) and the Spokane County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) are looking for a man who was connected to an assault investigation that happened in the 200 block of 2nd Street Saturday evening, according to CPD's Facebook page. CPD says the suspect is a 46-year-old...
Country star Bailey Zimmerman bringing new tour to Spokane in 2026
SPOKANE, Wash. — Rising country superstar Bailey Zimmerman announced on Monday that his Different Night Same Rodeo Tour will stop in the Inland Northwest!. The tour will make a stop at BECU Live at Northern Quest on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Tickets for the Different Night Same Rodeo Tour...
A quick drive from downtown Spokane, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge makes it easy to...
Birders flock to Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge during the spring to view a wide range of migrating birds. But autumn brings its own panoply of nature-focused reasons to visit, whether for an hour or two after work or for a full day. "I love the fall at Turnbull," says Supervisory...