News Releases for Week of Sunday, April 15, 2018

April 20

Domestic Violence Arson Arrest

2:49 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit arrests arson suspect. Arrest leads to three additional felony charges.

April 19

Arbor Day Celebration 2018 at Finch Arboretum Offers Free Workshops

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

Flags Lowered For Former First Lady Barbara Bush

12:20 p.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly half-staff April 18-21

April 17

Cause of house fire in Logan neighborhood ruled accidental

1:46 p.m. - Fire investigators say a cigarette dropping on medical oxygen tubing caused yesterday’s house fire in the Logan neighborhood.

SPD Investigating a Possible Child Luring Incident

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.