As gun tests in criminal investigations surge, Washington state struggles to keep up
Police in Washington are sometimes waiting over a year for the state to test firearms evidence, as the Washington State Patrol deals with a growing backlog. For the past four years, the state
Spokane City Council considers ordinance requiring union representation for large construction projects
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Spokane City Council is considering an ordinance that would change how the city manages large construction projects.
Abandoned Kitten And Orphaned Puppy In Washington Form An Unlikely Bond
Most pet owners would agree that there’s nothing quite like seeing a cat and a dog getting along. In Spokane, Washington, one touching story between a kitten and a puppy shows just how strong that connection can be. The story begins with Cheech, a tiny ginger kitten who entered...
Brush fire quickly contained near Newport Highway
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. - Spokane County Fire District 4 crews responded to a smoke investigation near N Newport Hwy and E Elk to Hwy Rd today. They found a 50-by-50-foot brush fire, which they quickly contained using a wet line. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Liberty Lake police seek public’s help to find man after crash
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. – Liberty Lake Police Department is asking for help from the public to locate 29-year-old Colton M. Hite. On August 16, 2025, around 10:45 p.m., a Liberty Lake police officer attempted to stop a speeding vehicle, police said in a release. Investigators said the driver, identified...
WA Gov. Ferguson orders flags lowered for death of Spokane Co. sergeant
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Governor Bob Ferguson has ordered flags across Washington be flown at half-staff on Wednesday in honor of a Spokane County Sheriff's Office sergeant who was killed in the line of duty. All Washington state, and United States flags at state agency facilities will be lowered in memory...
LNK’s executive director takes CEO job at Spokane Airports
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln Airport Authority announced on Monday that their executive director, David Haring, will be leaving the Lincoln Airport to lead Spokane Airports in Washington after 11 years of service at LNK. According to LAA, the airport has experienced steady growth, including the expansion of...
31st annual Unity in the Community brings cultures together in Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. – Thousands of families filled Riverfront Park for the 31st annual Unity in the Community celebration, a multicultural event that organizers say has become more important than ever in today’s climate. “We need unity now more than ever,” said event organizer Mareesa Henderson. The celebration...
Inland Northwest Homebrewing Festival, Sept. 19th – 21st
Inland Brewers Unite (IBU) is a Spokane-based homebrewers club. Today, the IBU shared information about the inaugural Inland Northwest Homebrewers Festival. The event brings together homebrewers from across the region to celebrate the craft of brewing. The event takes place at Farragut State Park in Idaho on...
West Plains aquifer protection, coming soon to a ballot near you?
Welcome to CIVICS, where we break down the week’s municipal meetings throughout the Inland Northwest, so you can get involved and speak out about the issues you care about. Some things that stick out to us this week include:
