Today at 4:27 p.m. - SPD is on the scene on a fatality just outside of the Downtown Library. We’re asking people to avoid the area as we investigate and gather evidence.
Yesterday at 4:33 p.m. - Learn about a new partnership to develop technology solutions to improve urban life.
Oct. 15 at 12 p.m. - Open House set for Wednesday, October 24, starting at 4 p.m.
Oct. 15 at 9:26 a.m. - Moving these vehicles necessary for Snow Season operations.
Oct. 12 at 4:12 p.m. - Spokane City Council Member Kate Burke is hosting a meeting for the people displaced by the closure of The Academy senior living facility.
Oct. 12 at 11:23 a.m. - The burn restrictions that were implemented for outdoor recreational fires were lifted this morning by order of the Spokane City Fire Marshal.
Oct. 12 at 9:52 a.m. - Project proposed for Spargue Avenue in the University District.
Oct. 11 at 12:40 p.m. - Two events at Riverfront this weekend provide free and affordable family entertainment. Join us to celebrate fall!
Oct. 11 at 12:30 p.m. - SPD took a male into custody after witnesses reported he was firing a gun off at a city park last night. He was taken into custody without incident.
Oct. 9 at 3:28 p.m. - Spokane Fire Department and Whitworth University improve fire safety for community through nationwide town/gown project
Oct. 9 at 9:55 a.m. - City of Spokane releases first five-year Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA).
Oct. 8 at 12:53 p.m. - Parking meters don’t have to be plugged on Monday, Oct. 8, because of the Indigenous Peoples Day holiday.
Oct. 8 at 8:30 a.m. - Spokane Mayor David Condon will deliver the annual Statement of the Conditions & Affairs of the City of Spokane.
Oct. 5 at 2:01 p.m. - Council Member Lori Kinnear to Receive Spokane Preservation Advocates 2018 Advocacy Award
Oct. 5 at 12:36 p.m. - Work is part of efforts to establish a 21st Century Workforce for the City.
Oct. 4 at 10:14 p.m. - MCU just cleared the scene of a serious injury crash at Division & Kiernan. A pedestrian was transported to a hospital w/ life threatening injuries.
Oct. 4 at Noon - One resident was treated for smoke inhalation and two firefighters sustained minor injuries after a house fire in the 100 block of E. Sinto Ave.
Oct. 3 at 12:58 p.m. - Spokane to receive Smart Partnership Award at the 2018 Smart Communities Awards.
Oct. 3 at 8:37 a.m. - The Historic Preservation Office is making progress on nominating the Browne’s Addition Neighborhood to the Spokane Register of Historic Places.
Oct. 1 at 5:26 p.m. - The cause of a fire that damaged a home in the 1600 block of N. Ruby St. on Thursday has been ruled accidental.
Sept. 28 at 2:38 p.m. - Fire investigators with the SFD’s Special Investigation Unit are continuing to investigate what caused a fire at a home on N. Ruby St.
Sept. 28 at 9:34 a.m. - SPD will hold our next Coffee w/ a Cop event on National Coffee w/a Cop Day, next Wed, from 11a-1p at the downtown Starbucks, 172 S Division.
Sept. 27 at 9:25 a.m. - Volunteers still needed for the Audubon/Downriver Neighborhood Cleanup.
Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m. - Opportunity to discuss and prioritize the needs and safety of the victim while holding the offenders accountable for their crimes.
Sept. 25 at 9:41 a.m. - Spokane City Council Member Kate Burke is hosting a Town Hall on early learning and child care on Friday, September 28.
Sept. 24 at 6:44 p.m. - Spokane Police Officers, Major Crimes Detectives and Spokane Fire Investigators, arrested a suspect in an arson at a downtown apartment building.
Sept. 24 at 8:28 a.m. - A smoke alarm installed earlier this year by the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) helped residents quickly evacuate during a house fire last night.
Sept. 23 at 7:45 a.m. - Yesterday just after 5:30 p.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 600 block of S. Regal St. for a reported house on fire.
Sept. 21 at 1:17 p.m. - Take flight on September 21 and 28, 2018!
Sept. 20 at 4:50 p.m. - Council Members Kinnear and Fagan allocate travel funds to C.O.P.S. mounted patrol program.
Sept. 20 at 4:48 p.m. - A North Monroe Business District’s community project was vandalized with graffiti last weekend within 24 hours after it was completed.
Sept. 20 at 3:33 p.m. - SPD & LCSNW are announcing a new way for victims to access services.Survivors can use this tool to navigate what can be difficult & emotional process.
Sept. 18 at 9:44 p.m. - Mayor releases statement after council override of veto on renewable energy ordinance.
Sept. 18 at 5:12 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is requesting the community’s help in locating a missing juvenile (possible runaway).
Sept. 18 at 2:02 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is looking to the public to help identify a suspect in an attempted forgery incident.
Sept. 18 at 12:19 p.m. - SFD fire investigators have determined improperly discarded smoking materials caused last week’s fatal apartment fire.
Sept. 17 at 9:45 a.m. - SPD arrested Charles Guerin for Kidnapping 1st degree, Robbery 1st degree, Assault 1st degree, Possession of Legend Drug & Driving Under the Influence
Sept. 14 at 2:56 p.m. - Potential use of funding includes abandoned housing rehabilitation and emergency shelters.
Sept. 14 at 2:39 p.m. - The cause of yesterday’s duplex fire in the 300 block of E. Wabash Ave. has been declared undetermined by fire investigators.
Sept. 14 at 11:41 a.m. - Join us Saturday, September 15
Sept. 14 at 7:43 a.m. - One person has died after an early morning apartment fire in the Hillyard neighborhood.
Sept. 13 at 4:10 p.m. - Spokane Police are investigating an unattended death in the 1100 block of N Superior St.
Sept. 11 at 11:01 a.m. - City facilities observe Patriot Day
Sept. 9 at 9:12 a.m. - A female victim indicated an unknown male had entered her residence, threatened her with a knife, and stolen her property.
Sept. 7 at 3:24 p.m. - SFD, SAFE Kids, Mobius Children's Museum, the Downtown Spokane Partnership and River Park Square are partnering for the Kids Junior Fire Academy.
Sept. 6 at 3:04 p.m. - Spokane Parks and Recreation will name the former YMCA site in Riverfront Park after former Parks and Recreation Director (1965 – 1980) Bill Fearn.
Sept. 5 at 10:06 a.m. - The master plans will help guide facility improvements beyond irrigation needs and provide a road map for future refinements
Sept. 5 at 9:04 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is offering the Enhancing the Survival Mindset (ESM) women’s self-defense class again this fall.
Sept. 4 at 9:06 p.m. - Update: Johnathan has been located and is safe. He was spotted by an alert citizen and returned to his residence.
Sept. 4 at 3:03 p.m. - The City of Spokane and Garco Construction are working together to complete the University District Gateway Bridge!
Sept. 1 at 5:54 p.m. - SPD's Patrol Anti-Crime Team took convicted felon, Timothy J Lubben (29), into custody for a stabbing that happened two weeks ago in west central.
Aug. 28 at 10:21 a.m. - Join Spokane City Council Member Kate Burke at the Tenants’ Town Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 5:30 p.m. at the Northeast Community Center.
Aug. 28 at 9 a.m. - In observance of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 3, Spokane City Hall will be closed along with other City facilities.
Aug. 27 at 9:34 p.m. - SIU along with TCU completed an investigation today leading to the arrest of two people for Manufacturing a Controlled Substance.
Aug. 24 at 12:50 a.m. - An intoxicated driver ran a red light, sending two to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Aug. 21 at 4:35 p.m. - SPD and SFD responded to a Semi truck vs bicyclist collision in east Spokane. The collision resulted in the death of the male on the bicycle.
Aug. 20 at 10:59 a.m. - Poor air quality is causing changes and closures across areas of City of Spokane Parks and Recreation. We will continue to monitor the air quality.
Aug. 20 at 9:47 a.m. - Customers who are missed today are asked to put out cars again on Tuesday.
Aug. 19 at 4:52 p.m. - A SFD firefighter was transported to a local hospital and treated/released for possible heat exhaustion after an early morning house fire.
Aug. 19 at 4:49 p.m. - Fire investigators are continuing to investigate a house fire that broke out on Friday evening.
Aug. 17 at 11:36 a.m. - A new attraction is open in Riverfront Park, giving visitors another way to soar through the air.
Aug. 17 at 11:19 a.m. - Fire investigators say unattended cooking caused this morning’s house fire in the 2200 block of E. Pacific Ave.
Aug. 16 at 4:39 p.m. - Spokane Police Department Detectives arrest a male for Homicide by Abuse.
Aug. 16 at 8:41 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department conducted a bike sting to attempt and lower property crime numbers in a neighborhood experiencing high crime.
Aug. 14 at 8:58 p.m. - SPD has received almost twenty calls of people acting erratically today. One fatality is possibly related.
Aug. 14 at 9:50 a.m. - Fire investigators say Sunday’s mobile home fire was determined to be accidental.
Aug. 13 at 12:57 p.m. - Fire investigators say unattended cooking caused a house fire in the 200 block of E. Longfellow Ave. yesterday.
Aug. 13 at 12:51 p.m. - Spokane Police patrol Officers will be doing a traffic emphasis on north Division St tonight due to the recent car vs pedestrian collisions this week.
Aug. 13 at 10:09 a.m. - Spokane Police are investigating a hit and run crash between a vehicle and pedestrian on 6th Ave at Bishop Ct.
Aug. 13 at 10:06 a.m. - Woman arrested for assault 2nd degree (DV) after stabbing.
Aug. 13 at 10:05 a.m. - Multiple time convicted felon arrested for assault 2nd degree, assault 4th degree, malicious mischief 3rd degree and obstruction of justice.
Aug. 13 at 9:59 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a suspicious death near North Division Street and East Magnesium Avenue.
Aug. 12 at 9:25 p.m. - At approximately 6:11 p.m., the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) responded to a house on fire in the 200 block of E. Longfellow Ave.
Aug. 12 at 10:16 a.m. - Just after 3 a.m., SFD responded to a reported structure fire in a gated retirement community located in the 2300 block of W. 16 Ave.
Aug. 8 at 8:56 p.m. - Investigators are on the scene of a fatality crash at the intersection of Division/Providence. An adult bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Aug. 8 at 11:18 a.m. - Partners are joining forces to underscore all the resources available in the community to help people stay safe in the face of excessive heat.
Aug. 7 at 6:45 a.m. - Yesterday just before 8:30 a.m., SFD was dispatched to northwest Spokane for a hazardous materials incident involving a natural gas leak.
Aug. 7 at 6:34 a.m. - Yesterday around 10:00 a.m., SFD and DNR responded to the report of a brush fire in the vicinity of Sunset Highway and Audubon St.
Aug. 5 at 11:20 p.m. - Just after 5:30 p.m., the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire involving multiple apartment units.
Aug. 5 at 11:16 p.m. - Brush and timber fire adjacent to Dwight Merkel Field quickly contained
Aug. 4 at 10:06 a.m. - Thanks to astute hospital staff, a walk up complaint of injuries sustained after “falling on tools”, led to three domestic violence felony charges.
Aug. 3 at 1:21 a.m. - Spokane PACT working with Safe Streets Task Force arrest multiple time convicted felons and seized multiple firearms out of a nuisance residence.
Aug. 2 at 2:44 p.m. - SPD requesting the public’s assistance in locating missing vulnerable adult.
Aug. 2 at 9:50 a.m. - Great follow up by a downtown Spokane Police Officer leads to the recovery of a stolen bicycle that otherwise would most likely never been recovered.
Aug. 1 at 6:32 p.m. - SIRR is investigating the Officer Involved Shooting involving a Spokane Valley Deputy on July 25th, 2018, at the end of Hills Ct. near Fiske Street.
Aug. 1 at 6:27 p.m. - Spokane Police responded to the area of Hartson and Thor for a possible shooting call involving two vehicles.
Aug. 1 at 6:25 p.m. - SPD investigated a morning burglary at Mascot Pizza, located in the Logan neighborhood. Hours later officers were able to locate & arrest the suspect.
July 31 at 9:23 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly at half-staff
July 29 at 9:17 p.m. - Just before 4:30 p.m., fire crews responded to the report of an explosion and multiple detached garages burning in the alleyway.
July 29 at 3:43 p.m. - Fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that damaged a downtown apartment building early Saturday morning.
July 29 at 12:33 p.m. - Fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that damaged a South Hill home on Saturday.
July 28 at 6:40 p.m. - Spokane Police Anti-Crime Team arrests two felons, and recovers a stolen gun after a short standoff.
July 27 at 10:37 a.m. - Program replaced 486 connections in just over 2 years
July 26 at 11:43 p.m. - An adult female was hospitalized after a stabbing in Thornton Murphy Park, located in the 3100 block of E 27th Ave.
July 26 at 11:15 a.m. - Fire investigators have determined last week’s brush fire near Francis and Sutherlin was caused by a youth playing with a lighter.
July 26 at 10:50 a.m. - Investigators with SFD's Special Investigation Unit are unable to determine the cause of a brush fire that started in the 2900 block W. Broad Ave.
July 26 at 9:47 a.m. - Twelve applications receive awarding of funds.
July 25 at 2:17 p.m. - Spokane City Council and the Spokane Public School Board of Director are holding a special joint meeting on Wednesday, August 1.
July 25 at 10:31 a.m. - Investigators with SFD's Special Investigation Unit are investigating a house fire that occurred yesterday in the 1100 block of E. Glass Ave.
July 25 at 10:24 a.m. - Yesterday, at approximately 5:15 p.m., fire crews responded to a brush fire next to State Highway 195 just north of Hatch Rd.
July 24 at 1:40 p.m. - In response to a recent complaint, SFD and International Association of Firefighters Local 29 have provided a joint statement.
July 24 at 10:56 a.m. - An early morning house fire in northwest Spokane has displaced five residents.
July 24 at 10 a.m. - After an extensive recruitment process, SFD announces Rex Strickland III has been selected as the department’s new Deputy Fire Chief.
July 22 at 9:21 p.m. - SPD's PACT team took a wanted robbery suspect, Timothy J Lamere (53), into custody without incident tonight in northwest Spokane.
July 21 at 7:19 p.m. - Downtown Precinct Officers arrested a convicted felon who had a stolen firearm, drugs, and stolen property on him in the 100 blk of S Washington.
July 20 at 2:52 p.m. - Number of outreach workers doubling
July 20 at 10:05 a.m. - Post Street Bridge, Riverside Ave., parking and more to be featured
July 20 at 9:12 a.m. - Spokane Historic Landmarks Commission to receive Commission Excellence Award from the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC).
July 20 at 1:35 a.m. - 14-year-old Josiah Joseph was last seen in the area of 700 S Scott on 07-19-18 at approximately 9:00PM.
July 19 at 12:25 p.m. - Spokane Police Department asks for your help locating a person with an outstanding warrant for Robbery 1st Degree.
July 19 at 3:35 a.m. - 62-year-old Roxell Mosley suffers from dementia and was last seen in the area of 1100 N Superior St on 07-18 at about 8PM
July 18 at 8:49 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department announces the appointment of Megan Phillips as the new City of Spokane Fire Marshal.
July 17 at 3:42 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a Hit and Run at S Monroe St and W Sprague Ave today at noon.
July 17 at 10:16 a.m. - Providing the right care in the right setting for people experiencing behavior health issues, SFD partners with Frontier Behavioral Health.
July 16 at 10:30 a.m. - Due to the hot, dry conditions, specified outdoor recreational fires are prohibited in the City effective today.
July 16 at 8:19 a.m. - Friday, two SPD officers were performing a simple bike stop when a convicted felon tossed a stolen hand gun and led them on a foot chase.
July 16 at 8:15 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department investigated an armed Robbery in north Spokane on Friday evening.
July 14 at 8:31 a.m. - Last night just before 5:00 p.m., fire crews responded to W. Liberty Ave. for a reported brush fire near Drumheller Springs Park
July 10 at 2:34 a.m. - Suspect threatened to 'shoot up' STA plaza, threatened to kill police officers, and threatened citizens with a gun.
July 9 at 9:38 a.m. - Take the City’s online survey on design options for Riverside Avenue downtown.
July 9 at 8:50 a.m. - SPD is investigating a robbery at the Washington Trust Bank located near the intersection of Indiana/Ruby. The incident occurred Friday after 4:45PM.
July 9 at 12:14 a.m. - Officers on an unrelated call at 2nd and Scott encountered a male who suddenly produced a revolver and held it to his head, demanding he be shot
July 8 at 5:41 p.m. - Spokane Police investigating unattended death in the 700 block of E. 2nd Ave.
July 8 at 4:38 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a drowning in the Spokane River.
July 8 at 1:36 p.m. - Spokane Police are investigating a fatality shooting which occurred outside a residence in the 3000 block of N. Nelson St.
July 6 at 7:48 p.m. - Spokane Police are investigating a robbery at the Washington Trust Bank located near E. Indiana Ave. / N .Ruby St.
July 6 at 2:37 p.m. - Park Board voted to rename Glover Field & Peaceful Valley Riverwalk to Redband Park, in honor of the Redband Rainbow Trout that spawn there.
July 5 at 4:37 p.m. - An early morning crime spree in north Spokane leads to the arrest of 3 subjects, tens of thousands of dollars in damage and a frustrated neighborhood.
July 5 at 1:47 p.m. - City hosts special meeting
July 5 at 1:45 p.m. - On July 3, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Division & Pacific. The pedestrian is expected to survive and was cited for causing the collision.
July 5 at 7:54 a.m. - Eleven people were displaced after an early morning fire broke out at a home near Gonzaga.
July 4 at 9:44 p.m. - Spokane Police Department Night PACT Team and K9 Team, Recovered a stolen 2018 Black BMW X5 and arrested 10 Time Convicted Felon
July 3 at 2:32 p.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset, July 3
July 2 at 10:34 a.m. - Extensive follow up investigation by detectives from the Targeted Crimes Unit arrests a male and locates many of the stolen guns after a standoff.
July 1 at 10:44 p.m. - Suspect arrested in connection with multiple burglaries in Northeast Spokane over the past week.
June 29 at 12:31 p.m. - Beginning the week of July 9, Post St. will become a two-way for one block between Spokane Falls Blvd. and the Mobius Science Center
June 28 at 2:04 p.m. - With the Fourth of July holiday just one week away, SFD reminds everyone that the sale and use of all amateur fireworks is illegal.
June 28 at 11:01 a.m. - The Spokane Police and Fire Departments want to remind HoopFest fans to have fun and also stay safe
June 28 at 10:12 a.m. - A fire remains under investigation after damaging a detached garage and spreading to an unoccupied home in east central Spokane.
June 28 at 9:24 a.m. - Soar over the falls as the SkyRide re-opens Friday, June 29, 2018 at 10am, in time for Hoopfest!
June 28 at 8:23 a.m. - Independence Day celebration planned in Riverfront Park
June 26 at 11:15 p.m. - Neighbors in the Cannon park area band together to help Spokane Police corral a Robbery suspect.
June 26 at 3:34 p.m. - Law Enforcement Officers from Across the Nation Carry “Flame Of Hope” To Opening Ceremony of the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle
June 24 at 11:39 a.m. - A woman reported an unknown male suspect held her at gunpoint while attempting to drag her to a secluded location.
June 21 at 1:56 p.m. - SPD will hold its next Coffee with a Cop event at Manito Park in the north shelter area on Tuesday, June 26 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
June 21 at 1:52 p.m. - Fire investigators say improperly discarded smoking materials caused this morning’s fire at a commercial building.
June 20 at 2:17 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is urging drivers to pay extra attention as they travel.
June 19 at 2:33 a.m. - 70-year-old Linda Bunn was last seen in the 1400 block of E Nebraska Ave at approximately 1:30AM on 06-19-18. Ms. Bunn has a history of dementia
June 18 at 7:48 p.m. - On 06-18-18, SPD responded to a shooting incident near Nevada/Wellesley. One male is deceased, no on-going threat to the community.
June 18 at 9:36 a.m. - Stabbing in northeast Spokane sends one to the hospital; the suspect was located a few blocks away.
June 18 at 9:32 a.m. - Friday, SPD investigated a sexual assault. After an investigation, Detectives arrested and booked the step father for 2nd degree Rape of a child.
June 17 at 10:38 a.m. - This morning at approximately 1:00 a.m. SFD responded to the 2200 E block of Mission St. on a report of a detached garage on fire.
June 17 at 10:24 a.m. - At approximately 4:40 p.m. hours on Saturday, SFD, SPD, and Fire District 9 were dispatched to a structure fire in the 7700 block on N. Maple St.
June 17 at 10:02 a.m. - On Saturday at approximately 12:40 a.m., SFD responded to lower South Hill on a report of a motor vehicle collision.
June 17 at 12:36 a.m. - SPD's Major Crimes Unit came out to investigate a crash tonight @ Northwest & Cannon. Northwest was closed for about 2 hrs but has now reopened.
June 15 at 4:34 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department Major Crimes Unit investigated a West Central shooting that left a male with a gunshot injury.
June 15 at 4:33 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department Major Crimes Unit investigated a Hillyard shooting that left a male with a life threatening injury.
June 14 at 8:09 a.m. - SPD investigated an armed robbery at the Mission and Hamilton Safeway on June 11. On June 13 an officer located the suspect and he was arrested.
June 13 at 4:49 p.m. - SPD has located the Budget rental van reported to have children in the cargo area that caused significant concern for their safety.
June 13 at 1:04 p.m. - Spokane Fire Department Announces the Achievement of 100% Paramedic Staffing at all 16 Fire Stations
June 13 at 11:09 a.m. - SPD officers responded to 5500 N Regal St to a report of a male that had been shot. An investigation and K9 track was not able to locate the suspect.
June 12 at 3:38 p.m. - Tax benefits encourages economic growth, job creation
June 12 at 1:11 p.m. - Major Crimes Detectives book Lewis and Clark High School threat suspect.
June 12 at 10:59 a.m. - SFD) was selected as the winner of the 2018 Heart Safe Community Award – Large Community from the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
June 7 at 11:59 p.m. - Two arrested after lengthy pursuit through Spokane. The vehicle was stolen in a carjacking at gunpoint on June 2nd in Spokane Valley.
June 7 at 3:03 p.m. - Media invited to Emerson-Garfield Farmers Market on Friday, June 8
June 7 at 1:52 p.m. - Centralized hubs help HUD-assisted households become self-sufficient
June 6 at 10:13 a.m. - Leases will be extended, new owner to contribute relocation costs
June 6 at 10:01 a.m. - Information available during a Public Open House on June 14
June 4 at 5:25 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a fatal Auto vs Pedestrian collision that happened at 2nd and Browne, in downtown.
June 4 at 12:17 p.m. - Riverfront Eats kicks off June 5 on the south bank from 11am – 2pm. Every Tuesday this summer, join us for food trucks, live music, & surprises.
June 4 at 11:21 a.m. - The community is invited to a second Master Plan Open House to help guide Spokane Parks and Recreation in the future development at Finch Arboretum.
June 4 at 11:08 a.m. - For 2017, as in previous years, the City met or exceeded all federal and state drinking water standards.
June 4 at 10:17 a.m. - Funding will support diversity programs and events
June 3 at 12:24 p.m. - The Major Crimes Unit has now secured felony warrants for the arrest of the suspect in the Lewis and Clark High School threats.
June 2 at 8:22 p.m. - SPD, SCSO and SFD have recovered a vehicle found crashed in the Spokane River in April. An unidentified deceased person was found inside the vehicle.
June 1 at 9:43 a.m. - A painted piano will be placed at the base of the Clock Tower in Riverfront for park users to play throughout the summer.
June 1 at 8:23 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a body found in the Spokane River near the water treatment facility.
May 31 at 4:17 p.m. - Parks & Recreation purchased nearly 50 acres of private property, allowing citizens to legally use the trails along the popular area in perpetuity.
May 31 at 3:06 p.m. - Three Spokane Schools were locked down after a Spokane man threatening suicide was reported nearby. The man was quickly detained by Spokane Police.
May 31 at 11:06 a.m. - Capital improvements will be made to all four City golf courses, with a focus on water conservation and improved golfer experience.
May 31 at 9:23 a.m. - It takes everybody to make a lasting difference
May 30 at 4:31 p.m. - Extensive investigation by Spokane Police Major Crimes Detectives identifies suspect in Lewis and Clark High School threats.
May 30 at 10:39 a.m. - Spokane has been selected by National League of Cities and Food Research and Action Center to attend the Cities Combating Hunger Leadership Academy.
May 29 at 3:15 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is hosting a Community Appreciation Day!
May 29 at 9:43 a.m. - Spokane Police safely takes armed man into custody in downtown Spokane.
May 28 at 9:10 p.m. - SPD made an arrest in stabbing that occurred today. Officers arrested her after she was spotted by Spokane Transit Authority Officers at the Plaza.
May 26 at 9:27 a.m. - Last night at approximately 11:30 p.m., crews from SFD were dispatched to a report of fire in an apartment building located at 1203 W. 5th Ave.
May 25 at 1:46 p.m. - Flags to fly at half-staff for Memorial Day
May 25 at 9:17 a.m. - Stolen iPad investigation leads to multiple drug/firearms charges
May 24 at 10:35 a.m. - Free swim at all 6 City of Spokane aquatic centers is around the corner! Pools open Monday, June 18, 2018. Register today for your free SplashPass.
May 24 at 10:08 a.m. - The Berry Go Round spins again! The ride will temporarily return on May 28, 2018 and remain open for up to a few months, depending on popularity.
May 23 at 12:57 p.m. - An overnight domestic violence stabbing sends one man to the hospital and his brother to jail.
May 23 at 10:41 a.m. - SPD Patrol Anti-Crime Team conducts burglary investigation on William H. Lister that leads to numerous felony charges.
May 22 at 11 a.m. - Shooting suspect, Christopher Felch, was located and arrested. Felch was the suspect from a shooting on May 17th, 2018 near 2000 W. Broadway.
May 22 at 9:46 a.m. - Credits of up to $500 available
May 22 at 8:21 a.m. - Carrousel, Skate Ribbon, golf, and splash pads are open
May 21 at 2:45 p.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset, May 22
May 21 at 12:30 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a shooting in West Central Spokane.
May 21 at 12:24 p.m. - Spokane Police Department investigating the fatal stabbing of an adult male in Northwest Spokane.
May 19 at 11:25 a.m. - SPD arrests a man who shot numerous houses this morning in the area of 4700 N. Post.
May 18 at 2:16 p.m. - Downtown Central – Participate In Downtown’s Future
May 17 at 8:29 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit arrested a convicted felon on Domestic Violence, Assault and Firearms Charges.
May 16 at 4:39 p.m. - Information available during Connect Downtown event on May 21
May 15 at 4:59 p.m. - A community conversation about the epidemic of domestic violence will be held on Thursday, May 17.
May 15 at 3:18 p.m. - Information available during Connect Downtown event on May 21
May 15 at 3:16 p.m. - Burke seeks funding for housing studies, pilot programs
May 15 at 10:06 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly half-staff May 15
May 11 at 11 a.m. - SFD and Red Cross Participate in National Sound the Alarm and Save Lives Campaign: More than 500 homes targeted for smoke alarm install blitz
May 11 at 8:42 a.m. - The Spokane Police Traffic Unit will be conducting Pedestrian Emphasis Patrols today.
May 9 at 3:10 p.m. - SPD responded to reports of a suicidal man at the Monroe Bridge. After negotiations, the male was transported to a hospital for help.
May 8 at 4:35 p.m. - Take the online survey during the month of May
May 7 at 12:48 p.m. - SPD requesting the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile
May 3 at 8:24 a.m. - Celebrate the opening of the south bank including the new Howard Street South Bridge and repaired Rotary Fountain
May 1 at 4:01 p.m. - Know a kid that would be interested in participating in positive athletic and academic programs, including gang and drug intervention and prevention?
May 1 at 1:26 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a possible child luring incident in north Spokane.
April 30 at 10:10 a.m. - SPD patrol officers responded to a Domestic Violence shooting incident in the 1600 block of East Nebraska and located the suspect fleeing the scene.
April 27 at 5:01 p.m. - Live chat launches Monday, April 30
April 27 at 2:45 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest outstanding Felony Hit and Run Suspect from fatality crash.
April 25 at 9:47 a.m. - Auto pediatrician fatality collision at the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Perry Street.
April 24 at 12:33 p.m. - Spokane Police requesting media and public assistance locating missing elderly female.
April 23 at 10:05 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department was summoned to a report of a building fire at 3:31 AM on April 22, 2018.
April 23 at 8:16 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department continues to investigate a vehicle that went into the Spokane River.
April 20 at 2:49 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit arrests arson suspect. Arrest leads to three additional felony charges.
April 19 at 2:46 p.m. - On Sat., April 28, Spokane will celebrate their 15th consecutive year as Tree City USA with a free Arbor Day Celebration at Finch Arboretum.
April 18 at 12:20 p.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly half-staff April 18-21
April 17 at 1:46 p.m. - Fire investigators say a cigarette dropping on medical oxygen tubing caused yesterday’s house fire in the Logan neighborhood.
April 17 at 1:44 p.m. - SPD is investigating a possible child luring incident at Franklin Park. Police want to make the community aware of the suspicious vehicle and person.
April 10 at 2:45 p.m. - Parks in partnership with The Trust for Public Land will host an interactive Open House and Park Celebration to continue the next phase of design.
April 9 at 10:04 a.m. - At 3:52 a.m., units from SFD and SCFD9 were dispatched to the Lilac Plaza Retirement Facility.
April 8 at 9:40 p.m. - DUI causes two vehicle collision, sending adult female and six-year-old child to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
April 8 at 10 a.m. - Everybody Counts survey identifies solutions
April 7 at 10:50 p.m. - On 04-07-18 just before 7:30 PM, SPD responded to a shooting at a residence in the 3100 block of E 8th Ave. A deceased adult was located.
April 6 at 9:40 a.m. - SPD is asking for help solving a burglary/vandalism that happened overnight. A church was broken into and thousands of dollars of damage was done.
April 5 at 7:38 p.m. - Spokane Police are investigating the body of a deceased person found inside the Spokane Materials and Recycling Technology (SMaRT) Center.
April 5 at 7:34 p.m. - Spokane Police are investigating a stabbing which occurred in the 1400 block of N. Division St.
April 5 at 2:03 p.m. - Indian Canyon will open Friday, joining Downriver, Esmeralda, and The Creek at Qualchan - a sure sign that spring golf is in full swing.
April 3 at 3:29 p.m. - 1985 payment and 100 year old utilities to be reconstructed.
April 3 at 12:28 p.m. - Last night at approximately 9:15 p.m. SFD responded to the 1900 block of N. Waterworks St. on a report of a commercial structure fire.
April 2 at 11:59 a.m. - Spring is here and it’s time to put on some wheels! Riverfront is now offering roller skating and scootering on the Skate Ribbon.
March 30 at 10:56 a.m. - City Council must confirm Antuch for bench seat
March 28 at 6:45 p.m. - Spokane Police Investigating US Bank Robbery on W. Riverside Ave.
March 26 at 7:22 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest three robbery suspects following a pursuit and a crash.
March 26 at 1:25 p.m. - Six businesses achieved 100 percent compliance with requirements in their industrial wastewater discharge permits for 2017.
March 22 at 3:51 p.m. - Project will improve park lands along the river.
March 20 at 3:56 p.m. - Officer John Scott terminated after Internal Affairs investigation.
March 19 at 3 p.m. - Spokane Police received a report of a male who was stabbed in front of the House of Charity at 32 W Pacific.
March 17 at 8:14 p.m. - Just before 8 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 1100 block of E. Columbia Ave. on a report of a residential structure fire
March 16 at 3:04 p.m. - Joining the recent openings of Downriver & Esmeralda, The Creek at Qualchan is preparing to open 3/21/18. Tee times can be reserved beginning 3/17/18.
March 14 at 2:22 p.m. - Follow up reference unresponsive male found in the 7-11 parking lot at 177 S Division.
March 13 at 3:17 p.m. - Project proposed for Sprague from Bernard to Scott in U District
March 12 at 8:20 p.m. - MCU forwarded felony charges for suspects from last week’s homicide. Marcus Arevalo & Ramiro Sanchez are still in Kennewick on unrelated DOC warrants.
March 12 at 4:26 p.m. - SIRR Team is investigating an Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) which took place during a court ordered eviction.
March 12 at 3:24 p.m. - Downriver and Esmeralda golf courses are preparing to open March 15. Indian Canyon and the Creek at Qualchan will have opening dates soon.
March 10 at 7:26 p.m. - The Major Crimes Unit, with the assistance of the Kennewick Police Department, has made two arrests in the homicide case from two nights ago.
March 9 at 3:28 p.m. - With the upcoming time change, the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) says it’s a great time to check your smoke alarms while changing your clocks.
March 9 at 11:11 a.m. - With a goal of giving everyone a chance to swim, the Park Board approved free open swim for all ages at City aquatic centers beginning this year.
March 9 at 10:12 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at a local gas station.
March 9 at 10:04 a.m. - No building, plumbing, or electrical inspections will occur March 15.
March 9 at 10:01 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department arrested protestors for trespassing at a Downtown office building.
March 9 at 9:59 a.m. - On March 5th, officers responded to an assault in downtown Spokane on the Centennial Trail.
March 8 at 10:55 p.m. - On 03-08-18 a gunshot was heard near the 800 block of E Hoffman. A short time later a male was brought to Holy Family Hospital with a gunshot wound.
March 8 at 11:38 a.m. - An adult female and her dog are deceased after a house fire in the Perry District neighborhood this morning.
March 7 at 2:33 p.m. - Police Chief Craig Meidl issued the following statement regarding today’s verdict:
March 6 at 3:48 p.m. - Sunlight exposure is keeping Riverfront from building ice to the thickness necessary. A cooling component failed last month, but is now functioning.
March 4 at 6:37 p.m. - On 03-04-18 a little after 5PM, SPD received calls near Division and Rockwell of a male swinging a machete and threatening pedestrians.
March 4 at 2:24 p.m. - We are making ice! Necessary mechanical repairs have been made under warranty, and the new vessel passed testing and inspection.
March 2 at 9:58 p.m. - SPD responded to calls of a possible active shooter downtown Spokane. A male was taken into custody without incident and booked into jail.
March 2 at 12:56 a.m. - Officers responded to 200 E Wedgewood Ave at about 11:40PM and found an adult male with multiple gunshot wounds.
March 1 at 10:07 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly at half-staff on Friday
Feb. 27 at 2:24 p.m. - Candidates must live in County; materials due Mar. 12
Feb. 23 at 2:46 p.m. - Riverfront crews & contractors continue to work to re-open the Skate Ribbon. The goal is to re-open ice skating in early March.
Feb. 22 at 3:18 p.m. - A DNA match from the Combined DNA Index System links a Spokane man to the 1999 sexual assault case.
Feb. 21 at 2:31 p.m. - The City of Spokane will resume curbside yard and food waste pickup on Monday, Feb. 26.
Feb. 19 at 2:01 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department arrested two people believed to be involved in ongoing violent crimes.
Feb. 18 at 5:43 p.m. - Two suspects were arrested near the 600 block of E Houston Ave in the morning hours of 02-18-18
Feb. 17 at 9:05 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department arrest three suspects after a robbery at E Sprague Motel.
Feb. 17 at 6:15 p.m. - SPD is currently investigating three purse snatching/robbery incidents that have occurred this afternoon, 02-17-18, at various locations in the City.
Feb. 16 at 5:30 p.m. - The City has now completed work on the Full-City Plow initiated on Wednesday, meeting its commitment to complete such an effort in about three days.
Feb. 16 at 1:36 p.m. - Parks and Recreation is planning giving opportunities for those interested in collaborating with and supporting the park.
Feb. 16 at 8:25 a.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until Feb. 19
Feb. 15 at 9:55 a.m. - SPD wants to remind motorists to use caution and avoid unsafe driving behaviors around commercial vehicles.
Feb. 14 at 11:38 p.m. - SPD is asking for help locating a missing male.Eugene Singleton (78) has medical issues that require daily medications he does not have with him.
Feb. 14 at 9:59 a.m. - Last night, SFD responded to the 1600 block of E. Ostrander Ave. for a structure fire with possible trapped occupants inside.
Feb. 14 at 9:17 a.m. - Plowing, sanding, and deicing continuing in arterials now; Work in residential areas to begin soon
Feb. 13 at 4:39 p.m. - Forum set for Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 5:30 in City Hall
Feb. 13 at 1:14 p.m. - One subject was shot and transported to an area hospital in critical condition
Feb. 13 at 11:46 a.m. - City of Spokane offices will be open.
Feb. 13 at 10:35 a.m. - The community is invited to a Master Plan Open House & survey to guide Spokane Parks and Recreation in the future development at Finch Arboretum.
Feb. 13 at 1:37 a.m. - SPD Major Crimes Collision reconstructionists were called to the scene of a serious crash at the intersection of Hamilton/Montgomery tonight.
Feb. 12 at 12:55 p.m. - A Spokane Police Officer will be placed on administrative leave after he was arrested for DUI on Saturday night.
Feb. 12 at 9:36 a.m. - Parks & Recreation in partnership with The Trust for Public Land will host an Open House to continue the next phase of design for Dutch Jake’s Park.
Feb. 11 at 4:01 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest Residential Burglary suspect from S. Moran View St.
Feb. 9 at 9:35 p.m. - At 3:30 p.m., the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) responded to the 1300 block of W. 8th Ave. for a commercial structure fire in an apartment unit.
Feb. 9 at 2:51 p.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly at half-staff February 9 – 13
Feb. 9 at 11:22 a.m. - Just after 4 a.m., SFD responded to the 900 block of S. Azalea Dr. for a structure fire in a house under construction.
Feb. 8 at 3:17 p.m. - Spokane Public Schools and SPD need your help identifying a person of interest trespassing on school property.
Feb. 6 at 10:52 p.m. - Police are asking for your help locating a missing child. Ricky Eastabrooks(10) was last seen in the area of 4th & Magnolia in East Central Spokane.
Feb. 6 at 12:31 p.m. - February is American Heart Month and the Spokane Fire Department wants the community to be heart smart.
Feb. 5 at 4:45 p.m. - The Skate Ribbon in Riverfront Park remains closed for a mechanical repair, and it could take at least 3 weeks to restore ice to the ribbon.
Feb. 5 at 9:52 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department investigated an assault with pepper spray Friday afternoon.
Feb. 3 at 2:29 p.m. - Males arrested for domestic violence shooting. Female expected to survive injury.
Feb. 1 at 9:36 a.m. - Presidents' Day Tours planned at City's Waste to Energy Facility.
Jan. 30 at 3:30 p.m. - City seeking information on parking, lane configuration, more
Jan. 30 at 9:44 a.m. - A suspicious vehicle stop made early Monday morning led to 10 felony charges for 27-year-old Joshua D Hall.
Jan. 26 at 11:31 p.m. - Division has just reopened between Lincoln and Cozza after investigators finished processing the scene of a fatality crash.
Jan. 26 at 12:38 p.m. - At 10:49 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) was dispatched to a possible chimney fire in the 1600 block of E. Walton Ave.
Jan. 25 at 10:35 p.m. - SPD is asking for your help locating the vehicle & driver from a hit & run crash that injured a child. It happened at about 7:20p tonite @ 29th/Freya.
Jan. 25 at 4:23 p.m. - The IMAX was slated to be demolished in March. However, to utilize heavy demolition equipment already on site, it will now begin Jan. 29.
Jan. 25 at 10:38 a.m. - Count helps to identify funding and service needs for those experiencing homelessness.
Jan. 22 at 12:25 p.m. - Just after 6 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 1700 E. block of Everett Ave. on a report of a residential structure fire.
Jan. 22 at 1:59 a.m. - Possible narcotics transaction leads to North Spokane shooting.
Jan. 20 at 8:46 p.m. - We inaccurately reported a skater passed, but confirmed she is in critical condition. We are terribly sorry for our error. Our prayers for the family.
Jan. 19 at 4:11 p.m. - Residents Saved by Fire Protection System, Cause of fire determined to be accidental
Jan. 19 at 12:56 p.m. - SPD is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing/vulnerable adult female. She was last seen in the Indian Trail neighborhood.
Jan. 19 at 12:54 a.m. - Spokane Police booked two people into jail/juvenile Wednesday night after a theft of alcohol at the Rite Aid in the 800 block of east 29th went awry.
Jan. 16 at 11:24 a.m. - At approximately 5:05 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 1000 block of E. Dalton Ave. on a report of a residential structure fire.
Jan. 16 at 10:46 a.m. - A child was injured and transported to a local area hospital after a fire at a mobile home.
Jan. 16 at 9:15 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly at half-staff on Wednesday
Jan. 16 at 9:08 a.m. - The collision involved numerous vehicles and an intoxicated subject fleeing on foot, leaving his stolen vehicle behind.
Jan. 15 at 6:55 a.m. - Two adults were injured and transported to local area hospitals for further treatment after a motorhome fire.
Jan. 12 at 1:11 a.m. - SPD is seeking info on an incident in West Central. Officers responded to shots fired in the area of Mallon/Dean Ave. & Cannon St. tonight at 7pm.
Jan. 11 at 6:55 p.m. - Detectives developed probable cause to arrest stabbing suspect. patrol located suspect and took him into custody.
Jan. 11 at 10:14 a.m. - A fire at a vacant garage remains under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department’s Special Investigation Unit.
Jan. 10 at 2:11 p.m. - 24-Member class selected as emerging bipartisan leaders.
Jan. 10 at 12 p.m. - Excelsior Youth have a need for winter coats.
Jan. 9 at 4:12 p.m. - Denver Police Department believe subject, Deven Tomasso may be in the Spokane area.
Jan. 9 at 10:14 a.m. - Garbage pickup on normal schedule.
Jan. 8 at 8:47 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is on scene at a residence in the Finch Arboretum neighborhood conducting a death investigation.
Jan. 4 at 3:41 p.m. - Spokane Police investigate a stabbing on E. Sprague Ave. / N. Ivory St.
