Spokane filmmaking group opens new creative space above Garland Theater
SPOKANE, Wash. — A local filmmaking group said its new creative space above the historic Garland Theater will open to the public Sunday, June 14, from noon to 6 p.m. The event is being hosted by We F.E.W! — Filmmakers of Eastern Washington — a Spokane-based organization focused on community support, education and workf
Man killed in single-car crash in Valleyford
VALLEYFORD, Wash. - A man was killed in a single-car crash on East Valley Chapel Road near South Latah Creek Road on Friday, according to the Spokane County Sheriff's Office (SCSO). SCSO said deputies responded to the scene on Friday at around 3:10 p.m. "Spokane County Fire District 8 arrived...
Spokane police seek $1.9 million Axon contract expansion
Spokane, Wash. — Spokane police are asking the City Council to approve a contract change that would add more body cameras, more TASER devices and more Axon software for officers and prosecutors. The proposal appeared on the Public Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainability Committee agenda for June 8, 2026, with...
35-year-old Spokane woman dies in crash on East Trent Avenue Saturday evening
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — A 35-year-old Spokane woman died in a crash on East Trent Avenue in Spokane Valley Saturday evening. According to Washington State Patrol, an 18-year-old Spokane man was driving eastbound approaching Coleman Road around 5 p.m. on Saturday. The 18-year-old left the lane he was in...
Quiet weather to finish off your weekend in Spokane, rain next
Temperatures are on track to dip Saturday night too: Frost and Freeze Alerts are in place for Northeastern Washington, North Idaho and Northeastern Oregon. Protect sensitive plants or bring in potted items if possible. As for daytime highs, temperatures will hold strong in the mid to low 60s for Spokane and Coeur d'Ale
16-year-old girl dies from crash near Rathdrum on Friday afternoon
RATHDRUM, Idaho — A 16-year-old girl died from a crash near Rathdrum on Friday afternoon. According to Idaho State Police, the Rathdrum teen was driving north on State Highway 41 just before 2:30 p.m. when she lost control and hit a traffic light pole at Wyoming Avenue. The teen...
Spokane speed limit cuts proposed on nine arterial road sections
Spokane, Wash. — Spokane city leaders are set to discuss a proposal that would lower posted speed limits on sections of nine arterial roads, according to city agenda materials for the Public Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainability Committee. The discussion is listed for the committees June 8th meeting, with a...
State Route 290 blocked in Spokane Valley following deadly hit and run crash
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – State Route 290 (East Trent Avenue) has been blocked following a multi-car crash near North Dora Road, according to the Washington State Patrol (WSP). WSP officials reported that at least one person involved in the incident has sustained serious injuries. Drivers are urged to avoid...
SNAP brings on new leader, celebrates 60 years of service
Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners turns 60 this year. When I think of SNAP, I think of Bob Peeler, the now-retired employee who developed a reputation as Spokane’s homelessness guru. Current employee Amber Johnson remembers him too. "First of all, Bob is a legend at SNAP. Everybody knows Bob. Everybody...
Taste Budz Review: Baba Spokane
I absolutely love Mediterranean and middle-eastern cuisine but finding restaurants in this category where Zack will like the food was impossible until we discovered Baba. If you try only one thing at Baba, make sure it’s the potato latkes. Crispy shredded potato cakes get fried till they are golden brown and are served

















