Spokane, WA – White Christmas Unlikely Despite Historical Odds
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Spokane, Washington – Despite historical odds favoring snow on the ground, a white Christmas is not expected in Spokane this year, with rain more likely than snowfall on Christmas Day, according to the...
Spotting signs of holiday scams
SPOKANE, Wash. — With Christmas just days away, last-minute shoppers rushing to buy gift cards face a new threat: scammers who tamper with cards before customers even purchase them.
Avista completes power restoration following devastating windstorm
SPOKANE, Wash. — Avista announced Monday that power restoration efforts following last Wednesday's severe windstorm are complete, with crews and support staff returning to normal operations after six days of around-the-clock work.
Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Asking for help Finding Missing Man
12/22/25 10:45 P.M. UPDATE: According to Spokane County Sheriff's Office, Stone has been located. He will be medically evaluated as a precaution but appears to be okay.
Senior and Disabled Utility Discount Program Helping More People
Kirstin Davis, Communications Manager, Public Works, No Phone Number Available. As utility rates have required necessary adjustments over the last couple of years, the City knew this impact some of our most vulnerable community members. Utility Billing reached out to customers who may qualify for Senior and Disabled...
CHAS memorial honors 220 unhoused people who died this year
SPOKANE, Wash. — CHAS Health held a memorial service this afternoon to honor 220 unhoused people who died on the streets of Eastern Washington and North Idaho this year.
Two Spokane teens sentenced to state rehabilitation for shooting
SPOKANE, Wash. — Two teenagers involved in a September shooting have been sentenced to state rehabilitation programs after pleading guilty in Spokane County Superior Court.
Fire at Spokane apartment complex under control, no injuries reported
SPOKANE, Wash. – A fire broke out at the Cedar West apartment complex at the intersection of West Rowan Avenue and North Driscoll Boulevard, prompting an evacuation of residents. According to Justin de Ruyter, PIO with the Spokane Fire Department, the call came in around 2:47 p.m., and crews arrived within three...
Jury finds suspect accused of 2024 Spokane drive-by shooting not guilty
SPOKANE, Wash. — The man accused of a downtown Spokane drive-by shooting in the summer of 2024 was found not guilty by a jury on Monday. Moses Adedeji, who was charged with two counts of attempted murder and first-degree assault, was arrested by U.S. Marshals in late July 2024 at a North Carolina airport as he...
Washington implements new sales tax on precious metals starting January 1
SPOKANE, Wash. — Washington residents will pay approximately 10% more for gold, silver and precious coins starting January 1 as a new state sales tax takes effect on precious metals purchases.
