Latest News Releases

Yesterday

SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings May 7-11

2:23 p.m. - Over 5 days, nearly 500 new urban trees will be planted to celebrate the SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings for Expo’s 50th anniversary

Spokane Police Emphasis to Keep Parks Safe

2:07 p.m. - Spokane Police conduct park emphasis including enforcement of after-hours City Park violations

May 3

Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

12:52 p.m. - Flags will be at half-staff throughout the weekend.

SPD Emphasis to Keep Parks Safe

12:47 p.m. - Spokane Police conduct park emphasis including enforcement of after-hours City Park violations

May 2

Male Transported to Area Hospital After Crash into Spokane River

11:58 a.m. - One male has been transported to a hospital with life threatening injuries after crashing into the Spokane River.

May 1

SPD Arrests Long Time Conivcted Felon After Brief Standoff

5:26 p.m. - SPD arrests long time conivcted felon for robbery after brief standoff in a North Spokane McDonald’s parking lot

SPD requests public assistance in locating a missing elderly person

4:04 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from the public to locate Terra L. Havens (71).

SPD Arrests Two in Park Shooting

2:06 p.m. - SPD arrests two teenagers for drive-by shooting after shots were fired at busy park

Downtown Parking Meter Swapout to Start

11:10 a.m. - The City is starting the process of swapping out downtown parking meters from dual- to single-space devices in the paid parking area.

April 30

Commercial Fire Burns, Firefighters Narrowly Escape Injury

10:13 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department responded to a call from employees at the US Bank branch on 29th Ave.