Do roommates make renting in WA more affordable? See savings in 2 cities
Should you get a roommate or live alone? That’s an important consideration whenever renters are looking for a new place to live. In metropolitan areas across the United States, moving in with someone can make life more affordable, according to SmartAsset. “In large U.S. cities, splitting a two-bedroom apartment with a roommate versus living alone in a one-bedroom apartment could save the...
Spring craft fair at University High supports Spokane Valley band
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — The annual spring craft fair was held at University High School in Spokane Valley to support the school’s marching band. The fair featured more than 120 vendors, live music and food trucks. Organizers said proceeds from the event would benefit the marching band. Attendees...
Another round of sunshine for Monday; Rain and thunderstorm chances increase for the mid-week
SPOKANE, Wash. – Mostly clear skies for Sunday evening and temperatures cooling off into the low 40’s overnight. Another warm day and another round of sunshine is expected to start the week with highs in the mid to upper 70’s in Spokane. Not quite reaching record highs, but well above average for this time of year! Yakima and the Tri-Cities may see...
Rare sandhill cranes return to nest in Methow Valley for sixth year
WINTHROP, Wash. — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced a seasonal closure at the Big Valley Unit of the Methow Wildlife Area after a pair of sandhill cranes returned to nest there for the sixth straight year. WDFW said the closure will run through Sept. 14, 2026,...
Suspects in Northern California child’s death arrested in Washington
The Spokane County Sheriff's Office said a Sutter County detective told them two people suspected in the death of a child were possibly living in the area. Local law enforcement then began surveilling them and eventually arrested them as fugitives from justice.
Toasty temps and sunshine continue around the Inland Northwest
Sunshine and calm wind continues this Saturday afternoon with temperatures maxing out in the low to mid 60’s. A couple clouds remain in the sky this evening as temperatures drop to a chilly low of 37 degrees in Spokane.
Deanne Hastings Never Returned Home After Her First Day at Cosmetology School in Spokane...
The disappearance of Deanne Marie Hastings on November 3, 2015, remains one of the most troubling unsolved missing person cases connected to Spokane, Washington. Her story has continued to draw public attention because of the strange and unsettling details surrounding her final known movements. What began as what appeared to be a short errand late at night turned into a mystery that has stretched...
Spokane group works on a community response to public health and safety issues
Last fall, Spokane community leaders created the Safe and Healthy Task Force. Its goal is to improve Spokane’s response to its public safety and public health-related problems. The group was announced at the end of September. Since then, subcommittees have convened to research issues and offer recommendations to local...
‘Affordability crisis.’ Tri-Cities is most expensive area in Eastern WA
You’re not imagining it. The Tri-Cities is becoming disproportionately expensive compared to similar-sized cities and other metro areas is Washington state. A new study from Washington Roundtable compared the cost of living in cities across the state against others in the country. Every single metro area in the state was in the top 25% of 386 metropolitan statistical areas, said the nonprofit...
Unique outdoor market experience at Northtown Mall every weekend starting May 1
SPOKANE, Wash. — Get ready for a unique outdoor experience at the Northtown Mall every weekend starting May 1. The Lilac City Vendor Fair is an outdoor market hosted at the Northtown Mall every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until August. Admission is free.
