Spokane WA

A sharp chill grips the Inland Northwest this morning, with Spokane waking up to clear skies and a biting 25°F. The stillness of early winter lingers — calm winds, dry air, and frost shimmering across rooftops — but a quick glance toward Monday shows that calm giving way to snow and slick travel just in time for the...

SPOKANE, Wash. – A Spokane police presence was seen outside the Thrive International building on Saturday. Spokane Police Department officers at the scene said they were not able to provide information about the situation that prompted the response. NonStop Local KHQ crews observed people being allowed back into the...

SPOKANE, WA – As part of Mayor Lisa Brown’s recent emergency declaration, the City of Spokane has contracted with four local homeless services providers to open additional emergency shelter beds and fund additional mobile medication assisted treatment (MAT)

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around spokane.

SPOKANE, Wash. – Downtown Spokane is set to host a Winter Wonderland black-tie event on Dec. 6, offering a unique blend of sophistication and community spirit. This celebration marks a significant transformation in the area, highlighting the collaborative efforts of city leadership, small businesses, and residents....

If you've ever had a can of Campbell's split pea soup, you can thank Spokane Seed Company. Spokane's oldest pea and lentil processor has thrived for close to a century thanks to the region's high quality legumes and the company's exclusive contracts with high profile brands. Now, AI, drones and...

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Get ready to come meet Santa at the STA Plaza!

SPOKANE, Wash. – November 29, 2025 marks the 144th anniversary of Spokane becoming an incorporated city. Originally inhabited by Native Americans, the city’s name, Spokane, means “children of the sun.”. Spokane officially became a city in 1881. At that time, it was known as “Spokan Falls” and...

The city of Spokane has been a subject of heated discussion on social media platforms, particularly regarding the negative attitudes that some individuals hold towards it. Despite its issues, which are common in any city, many residents feel that the criticism is overly harsh and not reflective of their experience...

Our colleagues at FAVS News have begun a six-part series called “Building Bridges.” The guiding principle is that including people and groups of all faiths and backgrounds is essential to building strong communities. The series is funded by Humanities Washington. The first installment is about international students...