More than 11,000 under evacuation orders as wind-whipped Washington wildfire claims structures
"We have lost some structures. We don’t have an exact number right now."
Spokane court, police warn families about defendant payment scam
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Municipal Court and the Spokane Police Department warned that scammers have been calling out-of-custody defendants and their family members to demand money before first appearance hearings. According to the city in a release, the callers threaten arrest if people do not pay. Officials said some
LA: AVONDALE HOMES DESTROYED BY TORNADO
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Lend a hand for wetland restoration at Waikiki Springs
Spokane, WASH. -- The Inland Northwest Land Conservancy (INLC) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on June 23 th and June 25 th is calling for volunteers to help pull down an old chain-link fence and clear the way for wetland restoration at Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve.
Wildfires in eastern Washington prompt evacuation order, road closures
SPOKANE, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A wildfire in Spokane has prompted evacuation orders for residents. Currently, the Upriver Fire is burning around 217 acres in the Beacon Hill area. That is down from a previous count from Deputy Fire Marshal Amy Thornton at roughly 300 acres late Tuesday. Additionally, the fire thre
Evacuation levels lowered for some neighborhoods near Bigelow Gulch
Some evacuation levels dropped in parts of the fire area as crews worked with regional and state partners, according to Spokane County Fire District 9.
Spokane Valley leaders propose stricter firework codes as fire danger grows
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Spokane Valley leaders discussed stricter firework codes as the yearly climate trends are becoming drier and hotter, raising concern about fire danger in the region. A city council proposal on Tuesday stated firework possession in city limits would lead to potential criminal charges. This discus
Terrain’s outdoor arts market Bazaar leans into affordability, creativity and community to bring 130+...
As grocery bills climb and budgets tighten this summer, buying art can feel out of reach for many Spokane residents. At Terrain’s annual outdoor market, affordability stays front and center, with vendors offering work across a wide range of price points. On Saturday, June 20, Bazaar transforms Main Avenue...
Local ‘craftivist’ and sewist Tori Thurman inspires others to rethink fashion through her upcycling...
We’ve all banished to the back of the closet a favorite clothing item spoiled by a hole or stain. Don’t give up yet. Local mender and social media creator Tori Thurman, who runs a YouTube channel called The Crafty Grrl and leads programs at Spokane Zero Waste, has plenty of tips to rescue or repurpose such garments so
Another warmup, but without the wind this time ☀️
Warm and dry conditions continue as we heat up day by day. Winds, however, will be much calmer for the end of the workweek. High pressure brings quiet weather on Thursday with afternoon highs reaching the mid-80s. Winds will be light, under 5 mph in most areas. Temperatures tonight will drop into the mid-40s and 50s wi

















