A hot day ahead for Memorial Day
A hot day ahead for Memorial Day; thunderstorms and showers become possible by the evening. Nonstop Local Forecaster Tori Smith has the latest information on the cold front system bringing thunderstorms to the Inland Northwest by Monday afternoon. Nickle size hail, gusty winds and heavy downpours are possible.
MOTORCYCLIST AIRLIFTED AFTER HIT-AND-RUN CRASH NORTH OF DEER PARK
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — Authorities are searching for a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision Sunday afternoon north of Deer Park that left a motorcyclist seriously injured. According to the Washington State Patrol, the crash happened around 3:45 p.m. at the intersection of North Sherman Road and West Bridges...
Novara Alliance formed to solve Northwest energy, water problems
The Inland Northwest faces some interesting energy and water-related challenges. For example, will the region continue to be able to generate enough hydropower to meet the demand, especially if companies build a bunch of data centers? How will the region’s continued drought affect water supply, even in places like the
Memorial Day closures in the city of Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — Several closures will be in place in the City of Spokane for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday. All Spokane Public Library branches will be closed for Memorial Day. The Spokane Municipal Court, City Hall and Community Justice Services will also be closed. The Spokane City...
Water main break causes sinkhole at intersection of Fairmount and Monticello in Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — A water main break has caused a sinkhole at the intersection of North Fairmount Place and West Monticello Place. Officials from the City of Spokane water department are currently on the scene. As of the last update, no roads have been closed due to the break....
Elderly Rathdrum man dies in motorcycle crash in Pend Oreille County
RUBY, Wash. — Washington State Patrol (WSP) said 86-year-old David Irvine of Rathdrum was traveling south on Highway 20 along the Pend Oreille River on his motorcycle Saturday afternoon. WSP said Irvine drove into the southbound ditch south of Ruby in Pend Oreille County just before 3 p.m. According...
Warriors Golf Classic supports veterans, active-duty service members and gold star families
The Northwest Golfers for Warriors is an opportunity for veterans to get out, have fun and enjoy community. Call 509-443-1111 to support veterans hoping to play in the tournament.
STA to offer shuttles for Skyfest
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — The Spokane Transit Authority (STA) is providing Skyfest Shuttle Services between the STA Plaza in downtown Spokane and Fairchild Air Force Base (FAFB). Skyfest, the annual airshow, is returning on June 6 and 7 and is open to the public. STA is offering rides to...
Brush fire near Cheney prompts structure protection response
UPDATE: May 23, 2026 at 3:40 p.m. Spokane Fire District 3 said evacuation levels are now are Level 2 (Get Set to Leave). UPDATE: May 23, 2026 at 3:10 p.m. Spokane Fire District 3 reported the fire has escalated and a 2nd Alarm has been requested. The Incident Commander doubled dispatched resources.
Shorewood takes 69 students to Washington State technology student association conference
Shorewood High School brought their biggest group ever to the Washington State Technology Student Association (TSA) conference: 69 students!. The team, led by advisors Tammy Ceesay and Shannon McMaster, had a strong showing in Spokane and exhibited strong leadership, taking on statewide roles for the coming school year

















