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Man arrested after allegedly punching moving cars in north Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — A man was arrested after Spokane sheriff's said he punched multiple passing vehicles in north Spokane, causing some significant damage. On June 30, around 7:25 p.m., the Spokane County Sheriff's Office responded to West Hastings Road and North Mill Road. Callers reported that a man was walking into traffic, trying to punch cars.
Major Drug Bust Near Idaho Border Finds Meth, 60,000 Fentanyl Pills
We've very lucky, in the Treasure Valley, to live in a place as safe as we do. Here, we look out for one another and our law enforcement keeps us safe. It's also safe to say that throughout our state, our safety and neighborly attributes apply as well. Of course,...
Piano Bench: YunJung Park Recital
YunJung Park is a pianist who studied in both her native Korea and Germany, finishing her education at the Peabody Conservatory here in the U.S. She is now a Spokane resident, and one who shares her considerable musical gifts regularly with us at KPBX. Yun came in to play a live Piano Bench program of music she has played recently in recital both here and in Philadelphia, PA. Beginning with a pair of preludes of Sergei Rachmaninoff, Yun's program also included Feruccio Busoni's arrangement of J. S. Bach's Chaccone from the second partita for solo violin, and the great "Waldstein" sonata of Beethoven.
Heritage University recognized with Washington Association of School Administrators Award
TOPPENISH, Wash. -- Heritage University announced it received a prestigious Washington Association of School Administrators Award during the 44th annual WASA Honorary Award Luncheon.
How to keep your furry friends safe this 4th of July
SPOKANE, Wash. — While many enjoy the yearly Independence Day light show, some of our furry friends are frightened by the sights and sounds of the 4th. According to SCRAPS, many animals fear the loud noise and commotion of fireworks. This could cause our furry friends to run to unfamiliar environments or people, leading them to become lost or injured.
Broken Records: Citizens face growing obstacles to public records — and legislators are making them worse
We asked for government records from 15 Northwest cities, and Spokane was the slowest to provide them. Emily Moyer, a 37-year-old photographer, was hoping public records could help save her fiance. With his criminal history and an arrest for drug and firearm possession charges, she said, he was facing life...
Woman accused of murdering father pleads guilty before attorney changes plea
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The woman arrested for planning the murder of her father initially pleaded guilty at her arraignment Tuesday, but her attorney said she misspoke, and the judge accepted the changed plea.
Puppy Ban: Under 6 Months Barred at Washington-Canada Border
Do not get stuck with your little fuzzy loved one on the other side of the border!. Veterinarian Warns About New Puppy Border Regulations. Starting August 1st, 2024, new regulations from the CDC will significantly impact travelers crossing the U.S. border with dogs, according to a recent warning by a Spokane veterinarian. They posted the warning on Reddit after learning of the changes coming this August to the border which could greatly impact animal owners trying to cross to and from Canada. The changes are aimed at tightening security and closing loopholes at the border, especially when talking about the entry of puppies or the verification of rabies vaccinations.
SCOTUS decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson could impact to how Spokane addresses homeless crisis
SPOKANE, Wash. – Big changes could be coming to cities across the country–including Spokane–after a major decision from the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS), giving local jurisdictions the ability to enforce camping bans even if they don’t have enough available shelter beds. Friday’s decision in Grants Pass...
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