Staying cool in the INW: Heat safety tips for the upcoming week
SPOKANE, Wash. -- As temperatures continue to rise into the start of the week, you'll want to make sure you're doing what you can to stay cool and safe.
Dave & Buster’s opens Monday in Spokane Valley
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – East Mansfield Avenue is welcoming a new entertainment venue as Dave & Buster’s is set to open on Monday. This marks the chain’s first location in the Inland Northwest. The venue will feature a full menu and bar, alongside more than 100 arcade...
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile visits the Inland Northwest
SPOKANE, Wash. – The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile has made its way through the Inland Northwest, capturing the attention of locals. Photos and videos have been shared on Facebook, showcasing the giant hot dog on wheels as it travels through the area. The Wienermobile’s presence has sparked excitement among...
Man in Spokane County’s Saltese Flats area rescued after hours stuck in the mud
SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane County Fire District 8 (SCFD8) rescued a man after he was stuck in the mud for several hours in the Saltese Flats area. The man, who was fishing in a pond, managed to alert some young anglers nearby, who then called 911 for help, SCFD8 said in a release.
Beer tax in Washington state ranks 25th highest in US at 29 cents per...
Beer drinkers in Washington state are not facing the highest taxes, but they are not getting the best deal either. A new analysis from the Tax Foundation revealed that Washington's beer tax stands at 29 cents per gallon, ranking as the 25th highest in the United States. In comparison, Tennessee...
Hot start to the week, high 90’s then cooler by midweek – Mary
Hot and dry conditions are beginning Sunday for much of the Inland Northwest.
J-Day 2025 Coming Soon
A special day for students who produce school media (newspapers, news websites, yearbooks and news broadcasts) and their advisers. Online registration opens at WJEA.org on September 1. Featuring. Keynote Speaker Rob Curley, Executive Editor, The Spokesman Review, Spokane. Journalism professionals from all media...
Eastern Washington Weather Alert: Spokane Braces for Extreme Heat Monday Afternoon Through Tuesday Evening
Spokane, WA – Dangerous heat will grip Eastern Washington early this week, with Spokane expected to hit highs near 103°F Monday and Tuesday under a National Weather Service heat advisory. The alert runs from noon Monday through 8 p.m. Tuesday, covering much of the Inland Northwest including Spokane, Pullman, Colfax,...
‘It’s amazing how all these disabilities come together,’ table tennis duo take on ITTF...
Table tennis doubles duo James Segrest and Gabriel Diaz de Leon are part of a massive community of international para table tennis athletes, all gathering at The Podium in Spokane this week. “It’s amazing how all these disabilities come together,” Diaz de Leon said. “It’s very humbling at times as...
Hospital takes action against nurses after girl’s suicide at Spokane facility
The tragic death of a 12-year-old girl at a children’s hospital in Spokane has sparked ongoing investigations, staff terminations, and grief throughout the community.Sarah Niyimbona died by suicide after leaving her room unsupervised at Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, prompting the dismissal of 15 nurses...