Recovering drug addict inspires others to break the cycle
Spokane, WA. - One recovering drug addict is using his past struggles as inspiration for his music to inspire others to believe they, too, can break the cycle of addiction. "Now is my time to give back, because I know so many struggle with that, and I have a platform with the music," Phil Andrade said.
Rathdrum police seek victims amid burglary investigation
RATHDRUM, Idaho — Rathdrum police arrested a suspect Tuesday who they believe to be involved in multiple burglaries, according to a news release. Officers with the Rathdrum Police Department responded Tuesday to a reported burglary in progress in the 12000 block of Kenosha Lane. Upon arrival, they conducted a...
Saint Nicholas Christmas Foundation spreads holiday cheer in Spokane
Nicholas Newell, a man born on Christmas Day, decided to follow in the footsteps of the most famous "Nicholas" and spread joy through his nonprofit, the Saint Nicholas Christmas Foundation. The foundation buys presents for people in assisted living who have no living family members.
Light rain/snow mix with mountain snow into Saturday then clearing and cold – Mark
A touch of winter for the lower elevations with mountain snow expected through Saturday. Today we have rain/snow mix and 38. Colder Saturday with afternoon sunshine and 28.
Salvation Army still seeking donations for red kettle fundraiser in Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Salvation Army is looking for last-minute donations for its red kettle fundraiser, typically its biggest fundraiser of the year. So far, the Salvation Army says it has raised about the same amount as last year’s fundraiser, but its costs are higher this year. The...
Colder Temperatures and Snow to Impact Washington and Northern Idaho With Slick Travel Expected...
SPOKANE, WASHINGTON — Colder air and a developing winter weather system are expected to impact Washington State and northern Idaho beginning Friday and continuing into early Saturday, with snowfall, falling snow levels, and slick travel conditions forecast across much of the Inland Northwest. The National Weather...
Rounding up some of 2025’s standout albums by acts from Spokane and the surrounding...
There’s no shortage of sonic diversity in the Inland Northwest. From smooth-spitting rappers and contemplative folk singer-songwriters to atmospheric bedroom producers and slam pit thrashers, the creative abundance in our region cranks out dozens upon dozens upon dozens of albums every year. The following array of...
Washington Winter Weather This Week: Chance of Snow for Spokane Christmas Travel
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Gray skies hang low over eastern Washington as damp pavement glistens under steady clouds. The air feels chilly but not biting yet. That changes soon as Winter Weather slowly tightens its grip on Spokane....
The POD: A 2025 RANGE News Review
On this week’s episode, the team talked about our favorite stories and projects from this year. Take a look at them below!. Immigration officials are arresting people in Washington and warehousing them in Idaho(Aaron Hedge and Luke Baumgarten, RANGE Media)
Donation Guidelines for the 2026 Record Sale
Thank you for your interest in supporting Spokane Public Radio with your donation for our 2026 Record Sale. Here are some details to help you prepare your donation before you deliver them to SPR. Currently we are taking donations by appointment only. Please call 509-328-5729 or email [email protected] to make...

















