Prosecutors want death penalty for Post Falls man accused of killing ex’s boyfriend
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho -- Prosecutors announced they will be seeking the death penalty for the man accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend's boyfriend in Post Falls.
Spokane ordinance aims to limit ICE presence at local events
SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane City Council is considering an ordinance that would define non-public spaces to limit law enforcement access, particularly targeting events where immigrants might feel at risk of being approached by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The ordinance is seen as a protective measure...
Spokane Public Schools launches free summer meal program for kids at 40+ sites
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Public Schools (SPS) Summer Meal Program starts Monday, June 23. SPS offers free summer meals on weekdays for children 18 and younger. There are over 40 locations across Spokane where children can get their lunches. The days and times of each location are different, so...
Excitement builds as Spokane prepares for 35th annual Hoopfest
SPOKANE, Wash. — Setup crews worked throughout Riverfront Park on Monday as organizers prepare for Spokane's annual Hoopfest tournament, with both participants and officials expressing excitement for this year's event.
Spokane city councilmembers propose ‘community workforce’ ordinance aiming to increase support for local labor
SPOKANE, Wash. — On Monday, Spokane City Councilmembers Paul Dillon and Lili Navarrete announced a new "public dollars for public benefit ordinance" that aims to create a community workforce agreement to support local laborers. The community workforce agreement would support long-term labor stability and focus on...
Spokane officials draft budget priorities to address $3.8M deficit
(The Center Square) – Approaching its self-imposed deadline, the Spokane City Council drafted a list of budget priorities on Monday as the dais grapples with another deficit ahead of next year. The Spokane Municipal Code requires officials to place a draft of the priorities on an agenda for the Finance &...
Washington Summer Weather Alert: Slight Rain Risk and 85°F Heat Tuesday — Plan Travel...
Spokane, Washington – Sweltering sun and a chance for sprinkles could mark a summer shift for Spokane as Tuesday’s high reaches 85°F by afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday, June 24 will start mostly sunny with calm winds and temperatures climbing into the mid-80s by 4 p.m. A slight chance of...
Spokane rushes to save foreclosure program after feds pull funding
(The Center Square) – The city of Spokane is scrambling to hire certified housing counselors as federal cuts upend a program that prevented over 700 home foreclosures in the area last year. Federal funding typically pays for the counseling services provided by individuals certified by the U.S. Department of Housing...
Hoopfest brings big business boost to downtown Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. – Hoopfest is a major event for downtown Spokane, drawing large crowds and boosting local businesses. Mark Starr, owner of David’s Pizza, highlighted the unique impact of Hoopfest compared to other weekends. “You have to prepare for it. Yes, it’s going to be busy, but it’s...
Spokane Valley Mayor steps down for medical leave for health recovery
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Spokane Valley Mayor Pam Haley announced Monday that she is taking a short medical leave to focus on her recovery from an undisclosed health issue.