Spokane Washington Weather Alert Today: Rain, Falling Snow Levels by Monday Night
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Washington wakes up damp and gray as rain streaks across windshields and low clouds settle over the Spokane Valley. Pavement looks dark and glossy, and the air feels raw as moisture continues to spread...
AAA Cooper seeks to build new facility in Spokane, Washington
AAA Cooper Transportation plans to build a new truck loading dock in Spokane, Washington, according to a commercial project application. A company spokesperson didn’t immediately return a message seeking comment. The project calls for a new 24,558 square foot warehouse/distribution facility and an attached 4,600...
Spokane organization teaches men how to become better dads
For more than a decade, Ron Hauenstein has been teaching young men how to be better fathers. Hauenstein is the founder and executive director of the Spokane Fatherhood Initiative, which recently marked its 10th anniversary. This article has been lightly edited for clarity and length. Ron Hauenstein: I grew up...
Spokane, WA Weather Alert: Snow On I-90 At Lookout Pass Sunday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Spokane, Washington – Snow is set to return to mountain passes across eastern Washington this weekend, bringing winter driving conditions from Sunday through Monday. According to the U.S. National Weather...
Battling Broke: Families share resources saving them money on groceries
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – Saving money at the grocery store can be a real challenge for families struggling to make it to the next payday. Thankfully, as the cost of grocery items continues to rise, do does the amount of shopping options. NonStop Local looked into two resources helping two Spokane Valley families:...
Spokane Makes Waves With Its Livability Ranking
RentCafe.com's report highlighted five PNW communities for their affordability, employment opportunities, and active social scenes. A new report from RentCafe has ranked the most livable metro areas in the country for 2026. The rankings weigh quality of life, opportunity, and affordability based on factors such as...
Rock icon Lita Ford to perform at Northern Quest, opener Dee Snider cancels
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. — Northern Quest announced Friday that Dee Snider, who was set to open for Lita Ford at a Feb. 18 concert, will no longer perform. The venue says Snider has cancelled all planned tour dates due to health concerns. Lita Ford will continue with the scheduled date, playing a full 90-minute show.
Public memorial in Spokane honors people who died in ICE detention
A public memorial is taking place in Spokane to honor the people who died while in ICE detention in 2025. Community members have gathered on the northeast end of the Monroe Street Bridge. The event also honored Renee Good and Alex Pretti whom were shot by ICE agents in early 2026.
Alleged child predator caught in Hawaii after fleeing Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. – A suspected child predator was apprehended in Hawaii after fleeing Washington state. According to the Spokane Valley Police Department, on February 6, 2026, the United States Marshals Service, District of Hawaii Task Force, arrested a 57-year-old suspect in Koloa on the island of Kauai. The suspect...
Suspect in custody following double homicide at North Spokane apartment complex
UPDATE: February 5, 2026 at 5:40 p.m. According to Spokane Police Department (SPD) Public Information Officer Daniel Strassenberg, a suspect is confirmed to be in custody after being arrested around 9 a.m. on Thursday morning. Strassenberg stated that the suspect, reportedly a resident at the apartment complex, is...
