Reported SWAT activity shuts down area near East Fifth and South Smith
SPOKANE, Wash. — A police operation near East Fifth Avenue and South Smith Street in Spokane’s Lower Perry District was still active as of 4:30 a.m. The activity happened in the area of 2600 East Fifth, where a standoff stretched on for hours. At least three helicopters, two drones and two trucks were at the scene duri
‘This is a modern-day grave robbery.’ Spokane family searching for answers after apparent theft...
SPOKANE, Wash. — A former Spokane Police Chaplain and his siblings are looking for some answers after they discovered missing family heirlooms from their late parent's final resting place. They are desperately searching for a crucifix and their father's wallet that were apparently stolen. "Yeah, my parents are right...
Lumberbeard Brewing temporarily closed in Spokane after morning fire
SPOKANE, Wash. - Lumberbeard Brewing on East 3rd Avenue is temporarily closed after a fire on the morning of August 23, according to a social media post from the brewery. "Early on the morning of August 23, our building was damaged by a vandalism fire," Lumberbeard Brewing wrote. "We are incredibly grateful to the Spok
Velocity hold off Greenville for league-best 10th home win
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane Velocity are back in the win column.
Salvation Army and Old Navy team up for back-to-school event supporting fire-impacted families
SPOKANE, WASH. — The Salvation Army and Old Navy opened their doors Saturday to families still recovering from recent fires, offering significant discounts and financial assistance to help children prepare for the school year ahead.
Weekend forecast shows fire danger, then a big cool down for Spokane
Red Flag Warnings are in place across the Inland Northwest through Saturday. Dry thunderstorms, low humidity, and strong wind gusts bring critical fire danger for the region. Along the Cascades, Wind Advisories remain in effect too.
Officials warn wildland firefighters about the risks of using a supplement for smoke exposure
California Wildfires Palisades Investigation Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved Fire and medical officials have issued warnings about a supplement offered to Western wildland firefighters who have been exposed to toxic chemicals while battling some of the country's biggest blazes. The supplement g
Firefighters who managed to save homes in Old Trails fire greeted with warm reception...
There is an absence of the usual hustle and bustle in much of northwest Spokane: children chittering on trampolines in shaded backyards, cars firing up for the morning commute and the barking of dogs. But on Aug. 12, the sound of laughter returned to the scorched remnants of one of...
Gonzaga sets New Years Eve non-conference showdown with Ivy League school
Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs are putting the finishing touches on their first non-conference schedule as members of the new look Pac-12. With multiple high
Spokane startup auctioning returned retail goods moves HQ to Seattle area
A Spokane-area startup, BuyWander, is moving its headquarters to the Seattle area as the company expands its warehouse network across the country. BuyWander was founded by Jordan Allen and Brock Kowalchik in 2023, building auction marketplaces for returned or overstocked retail goods, according to GeekWire. The company
