Latest News Releases

Today

Council Votes on Ordinance Approving Protections of LGBTQIA2S+

11:41 a.m. - During Monday’s Legislative Session, Spokane City Council voted 5-2 on an ordinance that ensures equitable protections for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.

Council Votes on Interim Ordinance Relating to Off-Premises Alcohol

11:37 a.m. - City Council adopted an emergency ordinance that would establish interim official control over off-premises alcohol outlets near public assets.

Yesterday

Wildfire Evacuation Drill Planned for Grandview/Thorpe Neighborhood

12:04 p.m. - Neighborhood leaders partner with City of Spokane to conduct wildfire evacuation drill

Male in Custody after Officers Force Entry into Home

8:24 a.m. - One male is in custody, two victims rescued in tense, rapidly evolving situation in northeast Spokane.

April 25

Water Department Receives $2.8 Million Clean Energy Grant

1:19 p.m. - Grant to be used for solar infrastructure at department’s N. Foothills location

Overnight shooting in North Spokane leaves one deceased

9 a.m. - Overnight shooting in North Spokane leaves one deceased, second hospitalized

April 24

Flags Lowered for His Holiness Pope Francis

3:38 p.m. - Flags will remain lowered until April 26

Hometown Heroes Hit the Ice: 2025 Guns N Hoses Game + Family Fest

3:33 p.m. - Get ready for an exciting showdown as our local police officers and firefighters hit the ice for a great cause.

April 23

Free Arbor Day Celebration Saturday at Finch Arboretum

11:54 a.m. - Commemorate Spokane's 22nd year as a Tree City USA at our Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

April 22

Council Approves "Ban the Address" Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance

9:47 a.m. - The "Ban the Address" ordinance enhances fair chance hiring practices.