News Releases for Week of Sunday, May 12, 2024

May 15

Fire Investigators Ask for Assistance in Identifying Arson Suspect

1:54 p.m. - The Spokane Fire Department is seeking the public’s help to identify a suspect in an arson fire.

Flags Lowered for Peace Officers Memorial Day

9:51 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly half-staff

May 14

Salary Review Commission to Hold Public Hearing

11:08 a.m. - Members of the Public invited to testify at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 16

May 13

Shelter Audit Points Toward Scattered Site Model

12:19 p.m. - An audit of Spokane’s homeless shelter system points toward moving from a large congregate shelter to a model with smaller, scattered sites.

Three Fires on Mother's Day Keeps Spokane Firefighters Busy

12:16 p.m. - On Mother's Day, three significant fires within the city kept the Spokane Fire Department busy.