Spokane WA

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Numerica Credit Union just recognized 22 local nonprofits for their commitment to kids and families across the region with a $380,000 donation.

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. – Voters in Spokane County will soon have the opportunity to weigh in on important measures affecting public services. One key measure on the August 5 primary ballot is the proposal to renew and expand the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer Protection Area. If approved, this measure...

Spokane, WA – Midweek travel in Spokane could be disrupted by thunderstorms and scattered showers starting late Tuesday and lasting through Thursday morning. The National Weather Service warns that storms may bring gusty winds and brief downpours, with the most active window expected Wednesday night into early...

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. -- Deputies arrested a man for pointing a laser at a Spokane County Sheriff's Office helicopter on Friday night, according to Spokane Valley Police Department.

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. – Spokane County is moving forward with a significant expansion of its addiction and behavioral health services. The county plans to utilize millions from opioid settlement funds for this initiative, according to our partners at the Spokesman-Review. Documents revealed the vision for the...

Public health officials say they know measles are circulating around the Inland Northwest even though there are no reported cases. Idaho state epidemiologist Dr. Christine Hahn says her agency has detected traces of the measles virus in wastewater in Kootenai County. "We can’t tell who had the measles, whether they...

SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane’s Chief Hall shared insights on the city’s crime trends, noting improvements in overall crime numbers but emphasizing the need for continued evaluation of policing programs. Chief Hall expressed caution in attributing the decline solely to his leadership. “I just am not one of...

SPOKANE, Wash. – Local first responder agencies are gearing up for the National Night Out this evening, a yearly event that celebrates their work and strengthens community ties. In Spokane, the Police and Fire Departments will host an event at AM Cannon Park, located in the West Central neighborhood....

SPOKANE, Wash. — The Wishing Star Foundation's "Scoop There It Is" challenge raised over $19,000 for local children. The funds will go towards granting wishes to local children with life-threatening conditions, along with providing them with emotional support services and helping families navigate through these tough...

SPOKANE, Wash. – Travelers in Spokane should be aware of a significant detour on Greene Street. Starting today and lasting through August 11, southbound Greene Street is closed between E. Illinois Avenue and E. Mission Avenue, the Washington State Department of Transportation said in a release. WSDOT said the...