Latest News Releases

Today

Flags Lowered for Spokane County Sheriff Deputies

9:53 a.m. - Flags lowered to half-staff

Yesterday

Drugs and Guns Seized in a Counter Narcotics Investigation

4:51 p.m. - Spokane Police Department's Special Investigations Unit (SIU) seized drugs and guns in a counter narcotics investigation.

City and County Issue Joint Housing and Homelessness Funding RFP

10:45 a.m. - City and County are issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to focusing on regional funding for homelessness, housing, operations, and human services.

Council Approves Additional Funding to Prepare for Inclement Weather

8:20 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted to approve additional funding for the 1590 Heart Funds to support operations of anticipated inclement weather sheltering.

Nov. 4

City And County Seek Federal Grant

10:12 a.m. - U.S. Department of Transportation grant is a nationwide competitive program.

Nov. 3

SPD Makes an Arrest in Yesterday's Early Morning Shooting

1:35 p.m. - On Nov. 2nd, 2026, just before 5:00 A.M., officers responded to reports of a shooting. Callers reported gunshots in the area and a victim on 53rd Ave.

Mayor Brown Introduces 2027-2028 Budget Proposal

9:10 a.m. - Mayor Brown's proposal maintains a continued focus on community safety, while navigating economic pressures facing households across the region.

Nov. 2

Community Days at Spokane City Council Celebrating Veteran's Day

2:40 p.m. - City Council and the Office of Neighborhood Services will join in honoring our brave men and women who have served in our armed forces.

Oct. 27

SPD are Searching for a Vehicle in Connection with Fatal Hit and Run

4:16 p.m. - On Oct. 26th, 2026, SPD officers responded to the area of W. Maxwell Ave and N. Walnut St for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian collision.

Are the Cameras in Spokane Flock or ALPRs?

2:35 p.m. - You may see cameras and wonder if they are Flock or ALPRs (Automated License Plate Readers). SPD doesn't own or operate any Flock or ALPR cameras.