Latest News Releases

June 20

Fast Response Contains Suspicious Brush Fire in Latah Valley

2:50 p.m. - Thanks to the coordinated response, the fire was contained, and firefighters began mopping up hot spots just over an hour after their arrival.

June 17

Mayor Brown Statement on Engagement and Enforcement Ordinance Deferral

12:03 p.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown released a statement on the City Council’s motion to defer the Engagement and Enforcement proposal.

Official Statement from Council Member Navarrete

8:26 a.m. - Council Member Navarrete will be officially joining the Community Health and Human Services (CHHS) team as a City of Spokane employee.

Spokane City Council Votes to Prohibit Virtual Currency Kiosks

8:25 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted unanimously on ordinance C36704 that eliminates virtual currency kiosks within the City of Spokane.

Spokane City Council Declares June 22 as Kids Day in Spokane

8:20 a.m. - On June 22, to celebrate Kids’ Day, Riverfront Park will offer free admission to the Numerica Skyride, Numerica Skate Ribbon, and Looff Carrousel.

June 16

Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 “No Kings”

9:58 a.m. - Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 “No Kings” Demonstration Following Pride Parade

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

8:49 a.m. - Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste services on a normal schedule

June 14

Mayor Brown Statement on Pride Weekend

8 a.m. - As we head into the weekend, I want to wish everyone a joyful and safe Pride.

June 13

A message from Chief Kevin Hall

4:13 p.m. - A message from Chief Kevin Hall

Mayor Brown, Police Chief Hall Ask for Independent Review by the OPO

2:42 p.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown and Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall ask for independent review by the Office of the Police Ombuds (OPO).