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Volunteers come together to remove flame retardant from gravestones at Greenwood Cemetery
SPOKANE, Wash. - A local triathlon group called Team Blaze led the effort to clean headstones at the Greenwood Cemetery that were covered in flame retardant from the Upper Cemetery Fire.
Interim Chief Justin Lundgren reflects on time at the helm of Spokane Police Department
SPOKANE, Wash. – After 27 years with the Spokane Police Department (SPD), Interim Chief Justin Lundgren’s last day will be on Monday. The second-generation Spokane Police officer announced (SCSO), right as Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown . Lundgren has been serving as Spokane’s interim police chief since January, after...
North Spokane shooting suspect in custody, nearby home struck by gunfire
North Spokane shooting suspect in custody, nearby home struck by gunfire. On July 30th, 2024 at 5:17pm Spokane Police responded to the area of 5100 N Crestline on a report of a shooting. 911 was advised that a male had fired a shotgun at another subject before leaving the area in a vehicle. 911 received multiple calls in regard to the incident as officers quickly responded. A female was contacted by law enforcement and she advised that a male had fired a shotgun at her. She was able to duck as the suspect fired in her direction. The suspect then drove away.
White Swan community targeted by scammers in aftermath of Slide Ranch Fire
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash.-Scammers are reportedly targeting the White Swan community in the aftermath of the Slide Ranch Fire that burned over 3,100 acres and 20 homes. According to Yakima County Fire District #5, scammers purporting to be with the district are contacting White Swan Residents and asking for personal information, saying they are helping with disaster relief related to the fire.
Suspect arrested for felony Idaho warrant and possession of methamphetamine
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — The Spokane County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for his felony Idaho warrant and possession of methamphetamine last Friday. On July 26, 2024, at approximately 8:10 a.m., Spokane Valley Deputies said they responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle on East Valleyway Avenue off North Pines Road.
SWAT Standoff in Spokane Valley after shooting incident, no suspect arrested
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Spokane County deputies responded to a shooting call that led to a SWAT standoff. According to the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office, on July 30 at about 9:30 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a shooting in a parking lot on the 15600 block of East Sprague.
WA State Launches Yet Another EV Rebate Program
This week WA State revealed its latest effort to get drivers into EVs. with a new rebate program. According to the Department of Commerce, the new rebate plan will vary between $6,500 and $9,000 depending on the customer's eligibility. According to the DOC:. "The program will be funded through June...
Dangerous heat returns to the Inland Northwest Thursday
SPOKANE, Wash. — Extreme heat is back in the forecast for the Inland Northwest. Temperatures will soar to dangerous highs in the days to come with little relief expected each night. Right now it looks like the above normal temperatures last through next week. Excessive heat warnings and heat...
Construction on Pines Road, North of I-90, starts August 5
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Construction on Pines Road/State Route 27 between Marietta Avenue and Mansfield Avenue in the Spokane Valley is scheduled to take place between August 5 and October 30. Travelers can expect lane restrictions, reduced speed limits and traffic delays. The construction is part of a private...