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Latest News Releases

Yesterday

SPD Participates in a Statewide Motorcycle Safety Emphasis

10:35 a.m. - SPD is joining law enforcement agencies in a statewide traffic safety emphasis coordinated by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC).

July 23

Council Member Zappone Awarded Certificate of Municipal Leadership

3:05 p.m. - Council Member Zack Zappone recently earned an Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC).

SPD Assists Stevens County Sheriff’s Office Locate a Reckless Vehicle

8:17 a.m. - Spokane Police use drones to assist Stevens County Sheriff’s Office locate a reckless vehicle. Two arrested on multiple charges.

July 21

Mayor Brown, Chief Hall issue statement on June 11 closing report

6 p.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown and Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall issued a statement in response to the OPO’s closing report on the June 11 protest

Spokane Community Urged to Prepare for Inclement Weather

1:40 p.m. - Resources available across the region to keep community safe during heat, smoke season

SPD Respond to Several Underage Drivers on Electric Motorcycles

12:22 p.m. - Around noon on July 18th, 2026 callers reported 15 to 20 juveniles riding through the Southside Sports Complex on E-Motorcycles.

July 17

Public Service Announcement

2:35 p.m. - SPD and Spokane City Parks and Recreation want to remind everyone of the importance of helping keep our parks safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for all.

SPD Seek Community Assistance in Locating Missing 13-year-old

1:56 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from community members in locating a missing 13-year-old female.

July 15

Flags Lowered for Senator Lindsey Graham

3:18 p.m. - Flags lowered to half-staff

July 14

Meadowglen Park Groundbreaking July 22, 2026

4:31 p.m. - Meadowglen Park Groundbreaking