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Multiple severe heat records to be broken during oppressive weekend heat wave
SPOKANE, Wash. — It has been very hot more often than not this July. And now, this stretch of weather is breaking more records than just daily high temperatures. As of Friday, Spokane tied the record for most consecutive days at 90 degrees or above at 15 days in a row. That record will be shattered with 90s and 100s in the forecast through the first half of next week.
Judge turns down ex-Rep. George Santos’ request to nix some charges ahead of fraud trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. George Santos has lost a bid to get rid of part of the criminal case against him as he heads toward trial on charges that include defrauding campaign donors. U.S. District Joanna Seybert turned down Santos’ request Friday. He was seeking the dismissal of charges of aggravated identity theft and theft of public money — in all, three of the 23 charges against him. The judge wrote that the indictment met the legal bar for the charges in question. Prosecutors and Santos’ lawyers declined to comment.
City of Spokane expanding cooling options again this weekend
SPOKANE, Wash. – The City of Spokane is expanding cooling options again this weekend. According to the city, Spokane Public Libraries and the Trent Resource and Assistance Center will both be open during the day. The Shadle Park library will remain open until 7 p.m. Saturday and the Liberty Park, Indian Trail and Central Libraries remain open to 7 p.m. Sunday.
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.
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...
Spokane South Hill car wash destroyed in suspected arson case
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Fire Department and investigators responded to another fire they believe to be connected to a larger set of arson cases in Spokane. Squeaky’s Car Wash, connected to the Conoco gas station on the 4500 block of South Regal Street, was destroyed in what investigators confirmed was arson.The fire started on the outside of the building, moved into the attic, and eventually destroyed the inside of the car wash.SFD investigators say they saw two suspects on video lighting the building on fire and running to a nearby parking lot to watch it burn around 2:30 a.m. Friday.Investigators are seeking additional security camera footage or pictures from businesses or residents in the area and security footage of the suspects will be released next week. Damage estimates are $150,000, with value saved estimated at over $1,000,000. The Spokane Police and Fire Departments are investigating the case and working to locate the suspects involved in the string of arson cases.Investigators could not confirm if the same suspects are responsible for this fire but noted the previous arson case was directly across the street at Ace Hardware.The Conoco Gas Station attached to the car wash was not affected by the fire and remains open.If you have any information regarding the fire, please call (509)-625-7120 to speak to an investigator.
500 Mini Cooper enthusiasts rolling into Spokane after cross-country trip
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Mini Takes the States Tour of 2024 brings over 500 enthusiasts to Spokane on Friday. This biannual event explores beautiful scenic routes and rallies Mini Cooper owners to get out and explore. The group will be riding into town in style after previous stops in Albuquerque,...
Deborah "Deb" Ann Marie Donohoe, 74
Deborah Ann Marie Donohoe (Deb), 74, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, went home to be with Our Lord on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House. She was born March 23, 1950, in Ft. Belvoir, Va. Deb was the daughter of the late Col. Patrick J. Donohoe and Jane Middleton Donohoe. Her sister, Shannon T. Little, preceded Deb in death.
Montana State's Bill Kollar on Big Sky Hall of Fame induction
Former Montana State defensive end Bill Kollar talks to reporters about his induction into the Big Sky Conference Hall of Fame, being inducted with his late Bobcats coach Sonny Holland and more before the hall of fame banquet on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino in Spokane, Wash.
Patrick Kelly, 77
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Captain Patrick L. Kelly, a dedicated firefighter, husband, father and friend, whose life was a testament to courage, service and unwavering commitment to those who knew him. He passed away peacefully May 26, 2024, surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.
Coeur d'Alene man hopes to get his ducks in a row.
COEUR d’ALENE — “Why not ducks?”. That’s what Aaron Fletcher said before buying some ducklings in May to keep in his backyard, to eventually produce eggs and provide lessons about the food chain and personal responsibility for his children. “I love duck eggs,” he said.
Seven Spokane police officers, police dog hurt in high-speed crash with suspect's car
Seven police officers and a police dog in Spokane, Washington, were hospitalized Friday for injuries they got when their vehicles collided with a suspect vehicle during a high-speed car chase. All those involved in the crash, including three suspects who were arrested, are expected to recover from their injuries, police...
THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: From the Cape to Chicago, Paddack still having fun on the mound
Three summers ago, Liam Paddack was just playing baseball with his friends. Sure, the end goal never changed. But once the level of competition changed for the former Coeur d’Alene High star, so did Paddack onto a path toward the major leagues. THREE YEARS ago, Paddack was preparing for...
EWU’s Erik Meyer, Idaho’s Orlando Lightfoot inducted into Big Sky Hall of Fame
As the majority of guests settled into their seats for the Big Sky Conference Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday night, a swath of name tags sat unclaimed until the final minutes before the program began. It was then that Erik Meyer’s entourage arrived. “Honestly this is a...
Tree, fencing, wires torched in Coeur d'Alene blaze
COEUR d'ALENE — Fencing was torched, a tree was burned, and telephone and internet wires melted Wednesday by the time someone alerted Diane Ross about the fire happening in the far corner of her backyard. "I was working," Ross said Friday. "I didn't see a thing." Around 1:30 p.m.,...
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