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Weather Alert Weekend: Sunday the hottest yet in this brutal heat wave
The longest heat wave in the history of our region finally peaks on Sunday. It will be the day with the most widespread 100s in the region with plenty of places at 105 or hotter. If you've been struggling in the heat, now is the time to take extra steps to stay safe during this exceptionally hot day.
Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese to open at Spokane International Airport
Spokane, Wash. - Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese has teased travelers at Spokane International Airport (GEG) with news of its soon-to-open restaurant. The popular eatery is set to continue serving its delicious grilled cheese sandwiches to hungry travelers. Meltz is one of the many local restaurants coming to GEG. Some legitimate...
Washington State Ranks Among Highest in Recreational Boating Fatalities
A new study reveals the dangers of recreational boating and just how deadly boating accidents are in some states. More people are enjoying boating with a 36% increase in annual economic activity in the industry since 2018, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. The most dangerous states for recreational...
In legal fight over Washington anti-discrimination law, Christian mission urges Ninth Circuit to give it standing
(CN) — A Ninth Circuit panel on Friday grilled the Washington assistant attorney general about whether the state would disavow enforcement of an anti-discrimination law against the Union Gospel Mission of Yakima. That came after the Christian organization sought an injunction barring the state from enforcing the law against...
Darts duo does valley proud
Jul. 20—Rhonda Mader of Lewiston has been the dominant force in area women's dart-throwing for around 15 years. The secret to her precision? "There's usually beer involved," she said. The relaxing buzz derived from light alcohol consumption is commonly considered to steady the hand and nerves of a dart-thrower. That said, this is a case in which more is not necessarily better. "There's a fine ...
Fleeing suspect crashes into car in Spokane Valley, causing injuries
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -A suspect fleeing from Spokane County deputies ran a red light and crashed into another car in Spokane Valley, resulting in multiple injuries, including one life-threatening. According to a press release from the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office today, July 19, at about 6:10 pm, a Spokane Valley...
One dead after reported drowning in the Spokane River
OTIS ORCHARDS, Wash. - A 18-year-old man is dead after reportedly drowning in the Spokane River near Otis Orchards. According to the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office, on July 19, at about 1:40 p.m., multiple citizens at the scene called 911 to report a body floating down the Spokane River near North Starr Road and East River Road. According to the sheriff's office, these citizens then pulled the body out of the water and began administering CPR.
1 injured after car crashes into motorcycle near Mazama on State Route 20
MAZAMA, Wash. – A person driving a motorcycle was injured when a car crashed into him on State Route 20. According to a memo released by the Washington State Patrol (WSP), a 67-year-old man from British Columbia was driving a motorcycle west on State Route 20 near milepost 178 at around 3:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19.
What the Twister movies get right and wrong about tornadoes
SPOKANE, Wash. -- After almost 30 years, the blockbuster disaster movie Twister is getting a sequel. Twister arrives in theaters this weekend. As with most major Hollywood projects, reality is blended in with movie magic to create a dramatic story on screen. Here's what's real and what's fantasy from both films.
Jenny Slagle: Indigenous Leader, Business Owner, Alumna, Mom
When Jenny Slagle was searching for an online business degree program, Bellevue College stood out. She was attracted to the college’s offerings and the security of knowing the college was in her state. “When I was ready to go back to school, I appreciated that I could do the...
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