‘It just never worked out for me’: KIRO hosts get personal about gambling after...
Spokane native Lucas Jumalon is $10 million richer after winning the 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event at the Horseshoe Casino in Las Vegas last week. Spike O’Neill, co-host of “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio, discussed Jumalon’s win with KIRO fill-in host Greg Tomlin, a self-described former card count
Recovery after Upriver Fire
NonStop Local's Gierra Cottingham reports on the recovery efforts after the Upriver Fire. As people come back to their homes, it's important to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when dealing with ash and debris.
Driver arrested following vehicle vs pedestrian crash in northwest Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — A driver was arrested following a vehicle vs pedestrian crash in northwest Spokane early Monday morning. According to the Spokane Police Department, the vehicle vs pedestrian crash happened at around 4 a.m. Monday morning at West Northwest Boulevard and North Ash Street. Spokane Police said that...
As evacuation zones shrink, some have already spent thousands seeking shelter
In three weeks, Sefina Tauala will start her junior year at Shadle Park High School, where she plays on the school’s varsity volleyball team. But on Saturday, she had a much different experience at the school. She sat in the cafeteria waiting for her parents, who were going through the resource fair at the Disaster Ass
Spokane arson suspect took manslaughter plea after murder charge in Arizona
(The Center Square)- Aaron Farinacci, the man accused of starting a fire that destroyed hundreds of structures in the Spokane area, spent less than a decade in an Arizona prison for killing his father and holding his mother at gunpoint, court records show. Legal experts and victim advocates say his plea deal was unusua
‘Overwhelmed’ Spokane wildfire victims start recovery
Monday marks nine days since wildfires broke out in Spokane, sending thousands of people fleeing for safety. For hundreds of victims, recovery will be a long road.
Kooskia Woman Charged After Allegedly Buying Stolen Vehicle for $500
LEWISTON, ID — A Kooskia woman has been charged with felony grand theft after authorities say she was found driving a vehicle reported stolen out of Spokane. Faith V. Waldrup was arrested Aug. 8 and charged with
WA: PRIVATE PILOTS AIRLIFT SUPPLIES TO RESERVATION
Volunteer pilots are delivering supplies to Washington wildfire victims despite hazardous smoke. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY KXLY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
💨🧑🏽🚒Light winds help firefighters, but smoke lingers for your Spokane Monday – Jason
Wildfire smoke will remain the biggest weather concern across Spokane and the Inland Northwest as the new week begins, following a weekend of air quality in the Unhealthy range .
Spokane Public Schools extends emergency services through Wednesday
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Public Schools is extending emergency services through Wednesday, Aug. 12, for families impacted by recent fires, according to a statement from the district.

















