‘A quiet hurricane’; Spokane mayor declares emergency in response to federal shutdown, homeless ordinance
SPOKANE, Wash - One in five people in Spokane will lose federal food benefits if the government shutdown extends into November, prompting Mayor Lisa Brown to declare an emergency.
🌦️Rain for Wednesday early risers, sunshine🌞 in the afternoon – Kris
By the time many of us are on the way to work and school on Wednesday, the only sign of rain will be the wet streets and sidewalks. Most of the overnight showers will have wrapped up by around 7:30 a.m.
The highest-value homes in Spokane
Every city has its showpiece homes — the ones that define luxury living. And as prices continue to rise across the U.S., the most valuable properties showcase just how high local markets can go. The high-end housing market in particular has reached new heights in 2025, with the typical luxury home selling for a...
Spokane Valley, WA – Trunk or Treat Oct. 31: Candy, Costumes & K-9s
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Spokane Valley, WA – Families in Spokane Valley can look forward to a fun and safe Halloween celebration this Friday during the annual Trunk or Treat event hosted by the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office and...
Opportunity for Local Residents: Spokane Tribe Seeks Social Services Director in Wellpinit
The Spokane Tribe of Indians has announced a vacancy for the position of Social Services Director. Applications are open from October 27, 2025, to November 11, 2025. The position is located in Wellpinit, Washington, within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Social Services Director reports to the...
Second man arrested for murder after fatal shooting near Gonzaga University
SPOKANE, Wash. — The man accused of last Friday made his first court appearance. According to court documents from Spokane County Superior Court, officers responded to reports of gunshots around 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 in the area of East Mission Avenue and North Cincinnati Street near . Investigators...
Survey Shows More Spokane Residents Feel Safe Downtown; Local Leaders Respond to Community Feedback
The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) has responded to the results of Greater Spokane Inc.’s (GSI) third edition of The Pulse Community Poll. This independent survey, released last week, reports Spokane residents’ views on policy issues, especially those affecting downtown. The DSP considers the poll an indicator of...
WTA professional crews build staircase in beloved Spokane park
Washington Trails Association’s professional trail crews recently built a staircase in Spokane’s High Drive Bluff Park trail system. The new staircase, also known as the Rocket Gulch Stairs, replaces a steep gully, providing safe and more sustainable access to the southern end of the park. Friends of the Bluff and...
Highway 395 crash near Deer Park cleared, two hospitalized
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — The crash on Highway 395 near Deer Park has been cleared, according to the Washington State Patrol.
Spokane Regional Health Department WIC offices to close indefinitely due to government shutdown
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Offices for the WIC Nutrition Program in Spokane will close Thursday until further notice, according to Spokane Regional Health District.
