News Releases for 2022

December

SPD 2022 Highlights!

Dec. 30 at 1:14 p.m. - Here’s a look at some of the changes SPD undertook to better address community needs, and other highlights.

Weather Keeping City Public Works Busy

Dec. 29 at 2:09 p.m. - Heavy snowfall, melt-off, rain, and freeze-thaw cycle cause varying responses.

SPD Investigating Drive-by Shooting that Injured Two People

Dec. 27 at 2:22 p.m. - SPD Major Crimes investigating a drive-by shooting Christmas Eve that injured an Uber driver and a passenger.

City Crews Adjust to Warmer Temperatures

Dec. 27 at 8:28 a.m. - Higher temperatures and rain are melting the large amount of snowfall and compact ice throughout the City of Spokane. Here’s how you can help.

Burst Pipes, Frequent 911 Call

Dec. 27 at 8:23 a.m. - SFD has responded to more than 60 calls in the past 48 hours involving broken sprinklers, burst water pipes, and resulting water flow alarms.

Endangered Missing Person

Dec. 23 at 3:18 p.m. - SPD asking for public’s assistance in locating missing endangered person

Sex Trafficking Operation

Dec. 21 at 8:39 a.m. - Anti-sex trafficking operation results in successfully removing a trafficked juvenile from the streets

City Calls Third Full-City Plow of the Snow Season

Dec. 20 at 3:46 p.m. - Primary and secondary routes will be focus until snow stops.

City Offers Free Curbside Christmas Tree Pickup

Dec. 20 at 10:38 a.m. - Free curbside Christmas tree pickup Dec. 26 through Jan. 6

City Closures Planned for the Holidays

Dec. 19 at 11:50 a.m. - Garbage pickup and curbside recycling on normal schedule

Wedgewood Homicide and Arrest

Dec. 19 at 8:25 a.m. - SPD investigating shooting which left one person dead, another injured

Thor-Freya Corridor Opens

Dec. 16 at 3:24 p.m. - Thor-Freya Corridor and I-90 Exit Ramp Opens

Hit and Run Arrest

Dec. 15 at 3:47 p.m. - Tip from citizen leads to hit and run arrest

East Glass Garage Fire

Dec. 15 at 8:25 a.m. - SFD responded to the 2200 East block of Glass Avenue on a report of a detached, two-car garage fire.

South Hill Apartment Fire

Dec. 15 at 7:52 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a commercial structure fire after a US Postal Service employee observed smoke from the apartment when he was delivering mail.

City Crews Complete Full-City Plow

Dec. 14 at 3:09 p.m. - Drivers and equipment will reset for forecasted weather.

Parks & Recreation Opens Applications for Food & Beverage Partners

Dec. 13 at 9:40 a.m. - Parks & Recreation is seeking food and beverage partners to support various sites and operations throughout the park system

Renovated Don Kardong Pedestrian Bridge Reopens Friday

Dec. 13 at 9:39 a.m. - Renovated Kardong pedestrian bridge reopens December 16, 2022 after extensive renovation

Spokane City Council Adopts 2023 Annual City Budget

Dec. 13 at 8:38 a.m. - During Monday night’s Legislative Session, City Council voted unanimously to adopt the Annual Budget of the City of Spokane for 2023.

SPD Arrests to Suspects in a Weekend Drive-By Shooting

Dec. 13 at 8:35 a.m. - SPD arrests two suspects in a weekend drive-by shooting

City Council to Consider Resolution Protecting the Rights of Camp Hope

Dec. 13 at 8:32 a.m. - During Monday’s Briefing Session, City Council added Resolution 2022-0108 to the Legislative Session agenda for consideration.

Search and Recovery from Spokane River

Dec. 12 at 10:05 a.m. - SFD and SVFD were dispatched to a water rescue at the SPD Training Center.

Lewis and Clark High School Response

Dec. 12 at 9:59 a.m. - Report of active shooter at Lewis and Clark High School confirmed false

City Launches Full-City Plow Dec. 10

Dec. 10 at 10:29 a.m. - Weather conditions trigger Full-City operations to maintain City arterials and residential areas.

Tacoma Murder Suspect Arrested By SPD

Dec. 8 at 4:01 p.m. - SPD arrests murder suspect in Airway Heights

SPD Investigation Downtown Robberies

Dec. 8 at 12:51 p.m. - SPD investigating two evening robberies in downtown area

East Sprague Outbuilding Fire

Dec. 8 at 8:09 a.m. - On Dec. 7, 2022, a structure fire was reported by a passerby in the 3200 block of East Sprague.

Council President Calls Executive Session in Response to Camp Hope

Dec. 8 at 8:07 a.m. - On Tuesday & Wednesday, law enforcement officers entered Camp Hope without prior warning to notify its residents of an impending closure of the camp.

Spokane Man Sentenced for Child Rape

Dec. 7 at 1:15 p.m. - Spokane man sentenced to 38 ½ years in prison for child rape

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Dec. 7 at 7:50 a.m. - Flags lowered in honor of Pearl Harbor victims

Suspect Arrested for Shooting Gun in Downtown Spokane

Dec. 6 at 1:56 p.m. - SPD arrests man who fired multiple shots in a busy area of Downtown Spokane

Flags Lowered for Fallen Officer Jordan Jackson

Dec. 6 at 9:10 a.m. - Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward has ordered flags at all City facilities be lowered to half-staff.

Winter Maintenance Operations in Effect, Full-City Plow Completed

Dec. 5 at 4:03 p.m. - City of Spokane snow crews remain in winter maintenance operations, working seven days a week monitoring weather and street conditions.

SPD OIS Morton Illinois

Dec. 5 at 8:48 a.m. - Spokane Police are currently looking for a man after an Officer Involved Shooting near the 1100 Block of East Illinois Avenue

Browne's Addition Plowing Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday

Dec. 2 at 3:52 p.m. - Parking restrictions will be in place

SPD Seeks Public’s Help Locating Vulnerable Adult

Dec. 2 at 7:46 a.m. - Chris has been located thanks to a tip from a member of the public.

SPD Responds to Fatal Shooting

Dec. 2 at 7:43 a.m. - SPD responds to fatal shooting near Inland Empire Way

November

City in Full-City Plow, Focusing on Primary Arterials

Nov. 30 at 11:52 a.m. - Plowing, sanding, and deicing continuing in arterials now; work in residential areas expected to begin Thursday morning.

South Indian Canyon road to close for winter

Nov. 30 at 11:48 a.m. - South Indian Canyon road to close for winter

World Ice Skating Day Dec. 4 at the Numerica Skate Ribbon

Nov. 30 at 11:42 a.m. - Be one of the first 50 people to visit the Numerica Skate Ribbon on Dec. 4, 2022, and enjoy free admission sponsored by Numerica Credit Union

Fire at Camp Hope

Nov. 30 at 9:12 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a working fire inside the unhoused encampment referred to as Camp Hope

Flags Lowered For U.S. Representative Donald McEachin

Nov. 29 at 4:23 p.m. - Flags will be lowered until Wednesday morning

Winter Operations Ready for Storm; Here's the Plan

Nov. 29 at 3:22 p.m. - Learn where to find information and be prepared.

Missing Persons Reporting Process

Nov. 29 at 2:02 p.m. - SPD streamlines process to report missing persons

Spokane City Council Votes to Override Vetoed Property Tax Ordinance

Nov. 29 at 8:22 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted 6-1 to override the Mayoral veto of Ordinance C36307, which will increase revenues by an average of $8 per household.

Cathcart Proposes Reasonable Alternative to Landlord/Tenant Ordinance

Nov. 28 at 2:07 p.m. - Council Member Michael Cathcart is pushing back against a proposed City Council ordinance relating to Landlord/Tenant laws in Spokane.

West Central Residential Fire

Nov. 28 at 8:10 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a house on fire in the 2300 block of West Bridge Avenue.

Three Smash and Grab Gun Store Burglaries in Two Nights

Nov. 28 at 8:09 a.m. - Three smash and grab gun store burglaries in two nights over the holiday.

City Issues Three Notices Of Funding

Nov. 22 at 2:50 p.m. - Funding available for small businesses, nonprofits, down payment assistance providers

Council Approves Resolution Aimed To Keep Shelters Open

Nov. 22 at 8:12 a.m. - Expresses intent to fund current homelessness shelter and service providers prior to funding new shelter beds

Stuff Green Carts with Leaves and Food Waste

Nov. 21 at 2:13 p.m. - Curbside pick-up will be suspended Dec. 2.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

Nov. 21 at 8:49 a.m. - Update: Vulnerable adult found safe and cold.

Parks & Recreation + Partners Bring Holiday Festivities 2022

Nov. 17 at 3:37 p.m. - This holiday season, Parks & Rec and partners are offering a wide variety of festive events and activities to bring cheer through the New Year

City Closures Planned For Thanksgiving

Nov. 17 at 2:39 p.m. - Garbage pickup will be a day late after the holiday

Spokane County Invests $500K in Beds, Offices, Showers at TRAC

Nov. 17 at 12:11 p.m. - Combined with Funds from Hello for Good to pay for additional storage

Browne's Addition Victim and the Fire's Cause Identified

Nov. 17 at 11:27 a.m. - The fire investigator identified the nature as accidental.

Spokane Police Seek Public's Help Locating 12 Year Old

Nov. 16 at 8:18 a.m. - The child has been located safely.

New shelter occupancy rate dashboard to offer updated data

Nov. 15 at 3:03 p.m. - Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley, county, health district partner on portal initiative

Numerica Skate Ribbon Opens for Ice Skating Sat., Nov. 19, 2022

Nov. 14 at 2:05 p.m. - The Numerica Skate Ribbon is anticipated to open on Saturday, November 19, 2022, welcoming ice skaters for another beautiful winter in the park

Early Morning Fatality in Spokane's Browne's Addition Neighborhood

Nov. 14 at 8:24 a.m. - On Saturday, Nov. 12, at 3:12 a.m., SFD responded to a Civilian Fatality Structure Fire in the 2300 Block of West Pacific Avenue.

Residents Urged to Use Clean Green Cart for Leaves and Yard Waste

Nov. 10 at 4:27 p.m. - Curbside pick-up will be suspended Dec. 2.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Adult

Nov. 9 at 3:25 p.m. - SPD has located the missing adult.

Cold Case Murder Suspect Arrested

Nov. 9 at 2:05 p.m. - Suspect in 1982 murder in Spokane arrested in California

City Council Approves of Updated Redistricting Map

Nov. 8 at 9:13 a.m. - Council Members voted 4-2 adopting an updated City Council District map.

City Prepared for Forecasted Winds

Nov. 4 at 3:59 p.m. - Public Safety officials ask citizens use extreme caution

Veterans Day Is a Parking Meter Holiday

Nov. 4 at 10:59 a.m. - Curbside garbage and recycling pick-up is on schedule

Council Members Review Mayor's Proposed 2023 City Budget

Nov. 3 at 6:04 p.m. - During Thursday’s City Council Study Session, Council Members discussed the Mayor’s 2023 Proposed Budget.

Woodward Appoints McCollim NHHS Director

Nov. 3 at 4:07 p.m. - McCollim spent past two decades at HUD after working at City

Warning Period for New Speed Cameras Ends Monday, Nov. 7

Nov. 3 at 8:34 a.m. - The warning period for the new School Zone Safety Cameras ends Nov. 7. The three cameras are at Ferris High School and Adams and Roosevelt Elementary.

Couple Shoplifts Thousands, Flees Law Enforcement

Nov. 3 at 8:28 a.m. - Couple Shoplifts Thousands, Flees Law Enforcement, and Collides with Police Car Before Being Apprehended

SPD Asking for Public's Help in Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

Nov. 3 at 8:15 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking the public’s help locating 82 year old Cleatis Pedigo.

Woodward Submits Balanced Priority-Based Budget

Nov. 3 at 8:13 a.m. - Mayor’s budget invests in core services with an emphasis on public safety, people

SPD Makes Arrest in Shooting near Bemiss Elementary

Nov. 3 at 8:10 a.m. - SPD arrests suspect in Northeast Spokane shooting incident

Get Prepared for Snow Season Now

Nov. 1 at 11:52 a.m. - Community urged to clear City right-of-way and be ready.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Child

Nov. 1 at 8:34 a.m. - Update. The child has been located.

October

City Seeking Arts Employment Support Proposals

Oct. 31 at 4:49 p.m. - Funding to use pandemic relief funds to operate arts employment program

Happy, safe Halloween from SPD!

Oct. 31 at 2:48 p.m. - SPD wants all little ghosts and goblins to enjoy this annual celebration and for everyone to be safe. You can do so by practicing basic safety tips.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Child

Oct. 31 at 8:57 a.m. - The child has been located and is safe.

Council Member Zappone Co-Hosts Forum on Increasing Educators of Color

Oct. 31 at 8:50 a.m. - Council Member Zack Zappone co-hosted a Forum on Increasing Educators of Color alongside School Board Vice President Nikki Lockwood.

Mayor Woodward to Host Telephone Town Hall

Oct. 29 at 8:31 a.m. - Mayor Woodward will host a telephone town hall on Tuesday to discuss community priorities to address public safety considerations and other topics.

Mobile Parking App Transaction Fees Begin Tuesday

Oct. 28 at 3:43 p.m. - On-street parking mobile app payments will include convenience fee.

SFD, State Farm & Red Cross Partner in National Home Fire Campaign

Oct. 28 at 1:58 p.m. - On Oct. 29, SFD and volunteers with the American Red Cross will be visiting 500 homes offering to install free smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

SPD announcing changes to processing of 911 calls

Oct. 28 at 1:47 p.m. - In some situations citizens may not experience any difference in service, while the process for other calls will shift.

TRAC, Cannon operator to transition

Oct. 26 at 4:22 p.m. - The Salvation Army will begin operation of both on November 1.

Lithium Ion Battery Fires - SFDs National Seminar

Oct. 26 at 9:02 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department (SFD) is hosting a national seminar October 25-27 (this week) focused on Lithium Ion Battery (LIB) Fires.

Jamie McIntyre, MSW, LICSW Awarded Fire Educator of the Year for 2022

Oct. 26 at 8:47 a.m. - Community Risk Reduction Manager (CRRM) Jamie McIntyre has been awarded Washington State's Fire Educator of the Year!

Regional agencies activate EOC to address Camp Hope

Oct. 25 at 3:47 p.m. - Local governmental agencies have activated an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to address the challenges of those staying at Camp Hope

Early Morning South Hill Fire

Oct. 25 at 3:17 p.m. - At approximately 1:00 AM on October 25, 2022, SFD was dispatched to a structure fire at 3431 South Cook Street.

SPD’s Major Crimes Unit (MCU) investigating suspicious death

Oct. 24 at 4:14 p.m. - On 10-23-22, just after 4 p.m., SPD received a call of a body found near the river in a remote location adjacent to the Peaceful Valley neighborhood.

Early Morning Hillyard Neighborhood Fire

Oct. 24 at 11:06 a.m. - At approximately 8:03 this morning, SFD responded to the 1900 Block of East Marshall Avenue on a report of a possible house fire.

SIIR Team Investigating Officer Involved Shooting

Oct. 20 at 10:09 a.m. - Initial SIIR release; Deputy involved shooting in Stevens County on 10-12-2022

Officer Involved Shooting

Oct. 17 at 8:25 a.m. - Officer-involved shooting after suspect immediately opens fire on officers during arrest attempt

Regional Fire Marshals Lift Burn Restrictions for the Spokane Area

Oct. 14 at 3:26 p.m. - Oct. 14, 2022- Fire Danger Burn Restriction Lifted

Mayor Endorses U.S. Bid for World's Fair

Oct. 12 at 2:07 p.m. - Minnesota USA Expo 2027 would be first-ever global expo on health, well-being

Phase 2 Installation of Updated Parking Meters Underway

Oct. 12 at 11:37 a.m. - Modern payment devices will cover downtown core.

Fire Prevention Week 2022

Oct. 11 at 4:17 p.m. - Regional Fire & Life Safety Educators remind “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.”

New Art The Seeking Place Opens October 18 in Riverfront Park

Oct. 11 at 9:23 a.m. - Spokane’s Riverfront Park is set to unveil its newest piece of public art next week

Council Members Call for Criminal Investigation in Suspected Fraud

Oct. 11 at 8:11 a.m. - City Administration recently informed several City Council members of possible fraud within the city-funded homeless service provider network.

Northside Water Quality Test Meets Standards

Oct. 8 at 10:39 a.m. - Northside Water Quality Test Meets Standards

Northside Water Pump Malfunction Causing Cloudy Look to Tap Water

Oct. 7 at 6:42 p.m. - Northside Water Pump Malfunction Causing Cloudy Look to Tap Water

Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

Oct. 7 at 6:08 p.m. - Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 9 – 15

100 New Street Trees Coming to West Central & Bemiss Neighborhoods

Oct. 7 at 9:23 a.m. - This month, approximately 100 new street trees will be planted in the West Central and Bemiss neighborhoods, as a part of the SpoCanopy program

Parks Shares Proposed Dog Park Guidelines, Hosts Dist. 2 Open Houses

Oct. 6 at 4:41 p.m. - Spokane Parks shares proposed guidelines for future parks, asks for feedback on sites for District 2 locations at upcoming open house events

Riverfront Park and Berger Partnership Win ASLA Award

Oct. 6 at 2:39 p.m. - Riverfront Park and Berger Partnership have won an Honor Award in the General Design category from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)

WADOT encampment shooting

Oct. 5 at 2:38 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect in shooting near WADOT encampment

Deadline Extended for Riverfront Pavilion Naming Rights Partner Propos

Oct. 4 at 10:31 a.m. - The deadline for proposals to partner with Riverfront Park in naming the U.S. Pavilion is extended to Oct. 31, 2022

SVU Detectives Arrest Sexual Assault Suspect

Oct. 3 at 12:17 p.m. - SPD’s Special Victims Unit makes arrest in apparent stranger rape

Fire Prevention Month with SFD

Oct. 3 at 12:03 p.m. - 2022 Theme: Home Fire Escape Planning

Warning Period for New Speed Cameras Ends Nov. 1st

Oct. 3 at 9:17 a.m. - The warning period for three new School Zone Safety Cameras will be Monday, Oct. 3 to Monday, Oct. 31.

Indigenous Peoples Day Is a Parking Meter Holiday

Oct. 3 at 8:52 a.m. - Garbage pickup and curbside recycling on schedule

September

Early Morning South Hill Apartment Fire

Sept. 27 at 2:23 p.m. - The fire was quickly knocked down and confined to one unit.

Council Commits to Pursue Funding For Law Enforcement Training Center

Sept. 27 at 8:49 a.m. - City of Spokane to work with the Washington State Legislature to pursue funding for a Regional Law Enforcement Training Center.

SPD Needs Help Locating a Missing Person

Sept. 26 at 8:36 a.m. - SPD needs your help looking for a missing vulnerable adult.

WSECU Fall Fest Returns Downtown October 1-2, 2022

Sept. 22 at 3:04 p.m. - Riverfront, Downtown Spokane Partnership, River Park Square, and Spokane Arts are partnering to bring a weekend packed with free family fun downtown.

Stormwater Project Temp Closing Disc Golf Course, TJ Meenach Access

Sept. 22 at 2:58 p.m. - Project will temporarily close Downriver Disc Golf and TJ Meenach river access point from Sept. 26, 2022 - June 2023

City of Spokane Redistricting Board Seeks Feedback on 4 Proposed Maps

Sept. 22 at 11:21 a.m. - Redistricting Board is seeking input from the public on four proposed maps updating City Council Districts based on 2020 Census data.

Stormwater Facility Work Begins, Temporarily Closing Disc Golf Course

Sept. 22 at 8:51 a.m. - Project delivers improvements to disc golf course, watercraft access points, and parking.

Northside Duplex House Fire

Sept. 22 at 8:47 a.m. - Wednesday, the SFD and Fire District 9 responded to the 6300 N block of Altamont St. on a report of a possible house fire.

City Seeking Proposals for Childcare Program

Sept. 22 at 8:13 a.m. - Funding to use pandemic relief funds to operate grant-based childcare program

SPD Seeking Information/Victims in Scamming Incidents

Sept. 21 at 4:33 p.m. - SPD investigating elaborate scam; attempting to locate additional victims

Missing Indigenous Person

Sept. 21 at 9:11 a.m. - Please be on the lookout for this missing endangered person.

Second Arrest In Nov. 2020 Murder

Sept. 16 at 4:59 p.m. - SPD arrests 2nd person in the murder of a man found in the truck of a vehicle last October

Stabbing Near First Avenue and Division Street

Sept. 14 at 8:23 a.m. - SPD investigating fatal stabbing downtown

City Council Passes Six-Month Building Moratorium in Two Neighborhoods

Sept. 13 at 8:14 a.m. - City Council voted to impose a moratorium on building permits for residential structures in the Latah/Hangman and Grandview/Thorpe neighborhoods.

Spokane Community Court Returns to Central Library

Sept. 9 at 6:06 p.m. - Spokane Community Court returns to Central Library on Sept 12th

North Walnut House Fire

Sept. 9 at 10:11 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a residence on fire in the 5400 Block of North Walnut.

Flags Fly Half-Staff for Patriot Day

Sept. 9 at 9:12 a.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff

Flags Lowered For Queen Elizabeth II

Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff

SFD's 4th Annual Kids Jr Firefighter Academy

Sept. 8 at 8:29 a.m. - Experience what it is like to be a firefighter while learning important safety information.

Riverfront Seeks Naming Rights Partner for U.S. Pavilion

Sept. 7 at 9:59 p.m. - Riverfront Park is seeking an exclusive naming rights partner for the iconic Expo '74 U.S. Pavilion

City Resumes Sit-And-Lie Enforcement

Sept. 7 at 2:05 p.m. - Space is available at regional shelters

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Vulnerable Juvenile

Sept. 6 at 9:26 a.m. - Update: Sephora has been located and returned home safely.

Officer Involved Shooting

Sept. 6 at 9:24 a.m. - Officer involved shooting in 2900 block of E Wabash

SPD Asking For Public's Help Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

Sept. 6 at 9:22 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking the public’s help locating Earl Gligor.

East Spokane Motorcycle Wreck Kills One, Seriously Injures Another

Sept. 6 at 9:20 a.m. - Sept. 2, Spokane police officers responded to the 3800 block of E Sprague Ave after receiving multiple 911 calls of a single vehicle motorcycle wreck.

N Division St closed between Wedgewood Ave and Lyons Ave.

Sept. 3 at 8:54 p.m. - N Division St closed between Wedgewood Ave and Lyons Ave.

City reminds motorists to slow down in school zones

Sept. 2 at 10:45 a.m. - Many students head back to school in Spokane on Tuesday

Biggs, Kinnear Propose Ordinance Updating City's Illegal Camping Code

Sept. 1 at 1:11 p.m. - A proposed ordinance intended to bring the City’s existing camping code into better alignment with the Martin v. City of Boise ruling has been filed.

Shakespeare in the Park 2022

Sept. 1 at 10:31 a.m. - Shakespeare in the Park is coming to Riverfront and Manito parks for free performances

August

SPD Statement Regarding Conviction of Nathan Nash

Aug. 31 at 12:25 p.m. - SPD statement regarding conviction of Nathan Nash for charges of rape

Trent Resource and Assistance Center Set To Open

Aug. 30 at 8:11 a.m. - Center will build intentionally toward initial capacity beginning next week

Libraries offer space to cool off during predicted hot temperatures

Aug. 29 at 5:33 p.m. - National Weather Service predicts hot temperatures for this week

City Closures Planned For Labor Day

Aug. 29 at 8:39 a.m. - Garbage pickup will be a day late all week

Four People Shot In Early Morning Shooting At Franklin Park

Aug. 29 at 8:37 a.m. - Spokane Police arrest 5 suspects in a deadly shooting at Franklin Park in late August.

City Seeking Proposals for Pandemic Relief Funds

Aug. 29 at 8:35 a.m. - Funding to operate eviction defense and pre-apprenticeship programs

SPD seeking public’s assistance in locating assault suspect

Aug. 26 at 7:41 a.m. - Update (8/25 18:00): The Spokane Police Department Violent Crimes Task Force has just taken Michael Trout into custody, See original press release.

Traffic closure

Aug. 25 at 5:08 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is advising of a traffic closure for the intersection of Francis and Florida for an undetermined amount of time.

E Lyons OIS Incident

Aug. 25 at 4:46 p.m. - E Lyons OIS incident involving a Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputy

City Proposes Suspending Comprehensive Plan Amendments For 1 Year

Aug. 25 at 12:34 p.m. - Staff and resources would focus on housing solutions.

Shooting at Dutch Jake Park Injures Four

Aug. 25 at 12:27 p.m. - SPD patrol officers responded to a shooting at Dutch Jake Park.

SPD Public Awareness/Safety Bulletin

Aug. 24 at 4:55 p.m. - Several Law Enforcement Agencies have encountered multi-colored counterfeit pills, which have shown positive for Fentanyl in laboratory testing.

Street Maintenance Coming For N. Monroe St.

Aug. 24 at 3:05 p.m. - Use alternate route and expect delays beginning Monday, Aug. 29.

West Broadway House Fire

Aug. 24 at 8:10 a.m. - SFD responded to the 1300 East block of Broadway Ave. on a report of a possible house fire.

Council Votes In Favor of Ordinance Siting City Facilities

Aug. 23 at 8:11 a.m. - Council voted 5-2 on Emergency Ordinance C96239, which determines the process and criteria for siting basic City facilities.

Woodward Identifies Inconsistencies of Ordinance

Aug. 23 at 8:08 a.m. - Council actions at odds with stated desires; City conducted extensive engagement

One Person Killed In Late Night Shooting

Aug. 23 at 8:04 a.m. - One person killed, suspect arrested, in late night shooting

City Hosting Workshops about Interim Zoning for Missing Middle Housing

Aug. 19 at 2:04 p.m. - Public can learn about new pilot program to increase housing.

One of 3 rent assistance portals to close due to funds being exhausted

Aug. 18 at 5:20 p.m. - LiveStories portal to close at 5 p.m. on Friday

Riverfront Park Shot Fired

Aug. 18 at 4:04 p.m. - Update: SPD identifies suspect in shooting at Riverfront Park

SPD Arrest Armed Subject in Downtown Incident

Aug. 17 at 3:11 p.m. - SPD use Taser to arrest downtown assault subject armed with a knife

City Takes More Steps Towards for Housing Solutions

Aug. 16 at 5:15 p.m. - City Takes More Steps Towards for Housing Solutions

East Nebraska Residential Fire

Aug. 16 at 3:36 p.m. - The Spokane Fire Department with assistance from Fire District 9 responded to a reported residential structure fire in the 300 block of East Nebraska.

City reactivates cooling plan due to predicted hot temperatures

Aug. 16 at 12:36 p.m. - City reactivates cooling plan

City Finalizes Public Safety Labor Agreements

Aug. 16 at 8:08 a.m. - Contracts with firefighters, police officers provide financial certainty, efficiencies

East Central Duplex Fire

Aug. 15 at 9:39 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a structure fire at 403 South Pittsburgh in Spokane's East Central neighborhood.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Vulnerable Juvenile

Aug. 15 at 9:37 a.m. - Update: Roberson has been located and is safe.

Flags Lowered For SVFD Firefighter

Aug. 12 at 7:26 a.m. - Flags lowered to half-staff

King Cole Commemoration Project Art Open House, August 23

Aug. 11 at 1:59 p.m. - A group of volunteers are looking to honor the contributions of King Cole and the numerous stakeholders who made Expo 74 & Riverfront Park a reality.

North Side Residential Fire

Aug. 11 at 1:36 p.m. - SFD was dispatched to the report of a house on fire in the 500 Block of East Euclid Avenue.

Rent Assistance Application Portals Reopen

Aug. 11 at 11:19 a.m. - Applicants encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to high demand

Spokane Parks Seeks Input on Future Dog Parks

Aug. 10 at 2:39 p.m. - Spokane Parks & Recreation is seeking community input to help guide the development of future dog parks citywide over the next several years

East Central Wildland Urban Interface Fire

Aug. 9 at 11:12 a.m. - A modified full alarm of structural and wildland companies responded to a report of a brush fire at the intersection of Riverside and Pittsburgh.

Northside Attic Fire

Aug. 9 at 11:08 a.m. - SFD responded to the 2900 Block of East Everett in the Hillyard neighborhood on a report of a possible house fire.

Woman arrested for threatening to kill two people with a gun.

Aug. 7 at 7:35 p.m. - Woman arrested for threatening to kill two people with a gun on E South Riverton Ave.

City Reactivates Cooling Plan

Aug. 7 at 3 p.m. - Library branches to extend hours for extreme heat on Monday and Tuesday

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

Aug. 7 at 2:45 p.m. - Mr. Nelson has been found.

Spokane Police Department needs help locating a missing man

Aug. 7 at 1 a.m. - Spokane Police Department needs help locating a missing vulnerable adult.

Redistricting Board Seeks Community Input on Updating Council District

Aug. 5 at 8:58 a.m. - The City of Spokane Redistricting Board is seeking community input on updating City Council Districts.

Council Commits to Use Their Authority to Increase Public Safety

Aug. 4 at 11:25 a.m. - Beggs, Kinnear, & Wilkerson recognize that violent crime has risen & are committed to prioritizing local legislative efforts to increase public safety

Flags Lowered For U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski

Aug. 4 at 8:14 a.m. - Flags will be lowered until sunset

SIIR Investigating Law Enforcement Involved Shootings

Aug. 3 at 10:31 a.m. - The SIIR Team is investigating two separate, but related, law enforcement involved shootings that occurred early this morning.

Council Votes Unanimously On Language Access Resolution

Aug. 2 at 4:32 p.m. - Creating access for limited English proficient persons to City services and resources

SPD Investigating a Man Who Was Seriously Burned

Aug. 2 at 3:40 p.m. - SPD investigating an incident where a man was on fire and is badly burned

Affordable Housing Proposals Approved By City Council

Aug. 2 at 10:13 a.m. - $10 million in funding for 11 projects to help address the housing crisis for low- to moderate-income individuals in Spokane.

Council Members to Consider Allocations for SPD Vehicle Purchase

Aug. 1 at 3:51 p.m. - City Council will vote on a Special Budget Ordinance (SBO) to approve funding allocations for police vehicles for the Spokane Police Department.

July

Library Cooling Areas Extended Through Monday

July 30 at 4:36 p.m. - Library Cooling Areas Extended Through Monday

Library Cooling Areas Extended Through Sunday

July 28 at 8:10 a.m. - Forecast for extreme heat shows increase in temperatures.

South Hill House Fire

July 27 at 11 a.m. - SFD, Spokane County Fire District 8, and Spokane Valley Fire Department were dispatched to a structure fire at 3534 S Morrill Drive.

Construction of New Art, The Seeking Place, at Riverfront

July 26 at 8:40 a.m. - A new piece of local art will soon be installed in Riverfront Park

City Facilities Serving Needs During Heat Wave

July 25 at 2:09 p.m. - Recently opened library locations have high capacity and built-in amenities.

West Hills House Fire

July 25 at 8:19 a.m. - SFD responded to the 3400 Block of W 5th Ave. on a report of a possible house fire.

Options Available for Relief from Heat

July 23 at 8:23 p.m. - Community encouraged to access public spaces during hot temperatures.

SPD Arrests Prolific Identity Thief

July 22 at 2:13 p.m. - SPD’s SPEAR Unit makes arrest of prolific identity thief

ARPA Workgroup Proposes Additional American Rescue Plan Act Allocation

July 22 at 9:18 a.m. - Council ARPA workgroup will present the City Council with a Special Budget Ordinance to approve the next $27,750,000 of ARPA funding allocations.

Murder Arrest

July 22 at 9:02 a.m. - MCU detectives arrested 32-year-old Stacy Gerber for murder 2nd degree stemming from the shooting death of Michael Materne.

Area Fire Marshals and Surrounding Cities Enact Burn Restrictions

July 22 at 8:57 a.m. - Burn restrictions go into effect, Friday, July 22, 2022

Spokane Proposes Plan for Movement of Large Camp

July 21 at 4:23 p.m. - Government, service partners propose assessment, transportation, housing options

Golfers’ Appreciation Day, August 1, 2022

July 21 at 3:35 p.m. - Spokane Parks & Recreation Thanks Golfers for Water Conservation Investments with Golfers’ Appreciation Day, August 1, 2022

Council Votes Unanimously On Interim Zoning Ordinance

July 21 at 8:44 a.m. - Action aims to increase residential building capacity to help mitigate Spokane’s housing shortage emergency

Council to Vote on Deferral of Ordinance Siting City Facilities to 8/1

July 21 at 8:42 a.m. - Council will likely vote to defer Emergency Ordinance C36239, which would determine the process and criteria for siting essential City facilities.

SPD Investigating Fatal Shooting

July 21 at 8:40 a.m. - Arrest made in the July 17th shooting that left one dead and one injured.

Hatch Road Bridge Now Open

July 15 at 9:56 a.m. - Deck replacement completed ahead of schedule.

Hillyard House Fire

July 13 at 4:11 p.m. - Spokane Fire Department responded to the Hillyard neighborhood on a report of a possible apartment fire.

Water Safety Tips from Spokane Fire Department

July 13 at 4:09 p.m. - Spokane Fire encourages our community to be cautious around natural waterways.

New Special Events Application Aims to Improve Process

July 13 at 1:11 p.m. - The Office of Neighborhood Services is excited to announce a new application process for special events

SPD Murder Arrest

July 12 at 2:15 p.m. - SPD makes arrest in death of 77-year-old Spokane man

Council Adopts Resolutions for Former East Central Library Building

July 12 at 8:08 a.m. - Council voted 4-2 on a resolution specifying a community engagement process and timeline for leasing the former East Central Library building.

Flags Lowered For Former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe

July 8 at 3:07 p.m. - Flags will be lowered until Sunday

Proposals Aimed At Bolstering Housing, Human Services to Be Considered

July 7 at 4:27 p.m. - Interim zoning ordinance hearing, funding amendments planned

Homeless, Housing Count Presentation set for July 13

July 7 at 10:45 a.m. - Homeless, Housing Count Presentation set for July 13

Shakespeare in the Park returns to Riverfront this summer

July 7 at 10:24 a.m. - S3 will present their second season in Riverfront with two productions for 2022

Hatch Road Bridge Opens Three Weeks Early

July 6 at 4:08 p.m. - Travelers will benefit from improvements.

Flags at Half-Staff Honoring the Highland Park Shooting Victims

July 6 at 2:46 p.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset, July 9

Mayor Proposes Public Land, Property, Sidewalks Compromise

July 6 at 1:25 p.m. - Ordinances governing camping, site and lie clarifies enforcement in specific areas

SPD Responds To Multiple Major Incidents over the Weekend

July 6 at 9:08 a.m. - SPD seeking public’s assistance in fatal hit-and-run collision

Beggs, Wilkerson Focus On Public Safety in East Central Neighborhood

July 6 at 9:06 a.m. - Council Members look to prepare an ordinance that would likely require locating the SPD precinct along the East Sprague Corridor.

SFD Rescues Adult in River

July 6 at 9:02 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to the report of a person in the Spokane River at 12:06 PM on July 4th.

Collision Investigations

July 6 at 8:59 a.m. - Two local arterials closed for part of the morning commute.

Body Found In Rochester Heights Park

July 1 at 5:33 p.m. - SPD’s Major Crimes Unit investigating body found in Rochester Heights Park

Spokane County Conservation Futures Funds Palisades Park Expansion

July 1 at 11:02 a.m. - Spokane County’s Conservation Futures Program funded acquisition of 114 additional acres to Palisades Park, owned and managed by the City of Spokane

Red Wagon Renovation Complete, Re-Opens Mid-Saturday

July 1 at 10:28 a.m. - The red wagon renovation in Riverfront Park is nearly complete, and it is anticipated to re-open to the public Saturday, July 2, 2022.

Keep Hot Materials Out Of Garbage Carts

July 1 at 9:26 a.m. - Proper disposal prevents fires in garbage trucks.

Special Paver Assists Thor-Freya Project

July 1 at 9:24 a.m. - High volume concrete paver keeps construction on schedule.

June

Mayor Announces New East Central Police Space

June 30 at 4:48 p.m. - Officers to begin working out of former library location on Friday

Leave Fireworks to the Professionals. Including Sparklers.

June 30 at 9:46 a.m. - SFD reminds community that amateur fireworks are illegal.

City Details Fourth of July Activities, Closures

June 29 at 10:09 a.m. - Independence Day celebration planned in Riverfront Park

Tuesday Afternoon Indian Trail Brush Fire

June 29 at 10:08 a.m. - On June 28th at approximately 5:15 pm, SFD crews responded to a reported brush fire in the area of Indian Trail Road and Weile Ave.

Wilkerson Elected As Association of Washington Cities Board Vice Pres.

June 29 at 10:06 a.m. - The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) has selected Spokane City Council Member Betsy Wilkerson as its most recent Vice President for 2022-2023.

Council Approves Homeless Shelter Lease

June 29 at 10:03 a.m. - New East Trent Shelter Site Expected to be Operational in Early August

Shooting in Northwest Spokane sends 2 juveniles to the hospital

June 29 at 7:43 a.m. - Spokane police officers respond to Dwight Merkel Sports Complex after receiving multiple 911 calls about a large fight which led to a shooting.

27-year SPD veteran released from hospital after being shot yesterday

June 27 at 2:39 p.m. - Despite the serious wounds, we are happy to report Officer Honaker has been released from the hospital and is beginning to recuperate.

SPD officer shot after responding to drive-by shooting incidents

June 27 at 9:17 a.m. - Despite being shot and sustaining multiple injuries, our SPD officer is in stable condition and recovering tonight.

Downtown Streets Close Friday at 7 P.M.

June 23 at 3:54 p.m. - On-street parking will be unavailable to prepare for Hoopfest.

Pilot Program Proposed To Accelerate Housing

June 23 at 1:33 p.m. - Interim zoning in residential areas to allow more types of housing, faster.

Traffic Safety Emphasis on I-90 Corridor June 24-26

June 23 at 11:08 a.m. - Increased safety patrols will be visible June 24-26 along Interstate 90 from Snoqualmie Pass to Spokane.

Evening Hazardous Materials Incident

June 23 at 10:51 a.m. - SFD received a report from a drive-by caller of a vapor cloud emanating from a commercial building at 3613 East Main Avenue (Haskins Steel).

Technical Rescue On Centennial Trail

June 23 at 10:48 a.m. - On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, a 911 call was received from a 50's year-old man in need of rescue

4th of July 2022 in Riverfront Park

June 22 at 4:08 p.m. - 4th of July 2022 Fireworks, Spokane Symphony Concert, and Festivities at Riverfront Park

No Person Fell or Jumped from the Riverfront SkyRide

June 22 at 4:05 p.m. - Contrary to speculation seen online today, no one fell or jumped from the Numerica SkyRide in Riverfront Park.

Charging Lithium-Ion Battery Cause of Fire

June 22 at 1:41 p.m. - SFD was dispatched to a structure on fire in the 2300 Block of East South Crescent Avenue.

SPD looking for assistance in identifying vehicle and driver

June 21 at 9:15 a.m. - Spokane Police looking for assistance in identifying vehicle and driver in early morning Commercial Burglary.

SPD needs help locating a missing vulnerable adult

June 21 at 8:59 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing vulnerable adult.

Adult Male Rescued From Spokane River

June 21 at 8:54 a.m. - At 8:58 AM June 20, 2022, the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) was dispatched to the report of a person in the Spokane River adjacent to Glover Park

Council to Receive Briefing on Lease Agreement for Homeless Shelter

June 16 at 4:39 p.m. - Spokane City Council will hear an updated presentation regarding the lease agreement for a proposed homeless shelter at 4320 E. Trent Ave.

City to Host District Neighborhood Traffic Calming Workshops

June 16 at 2:06 p.m. - Community participation and conversation on neighborhood traffic safety

US Mayors Support Resolutions on Fentanyl, Policing, And Mental Health

June 16 at 12:17 p.m. - Woodward resolutions win unanimous support of U.S. Conference of Mayors voters

SPD Provides Duty to Intervene Training

June 15 at 3:38 p.m. - SPD delivers required state training program to help officers stop unnecessary harmful behavior by fellow officers

Sexual Assault Investigation

June 15 at 8:50 a.m. - SPD’s Special Victims Unit (SVU) investigating morning sexual assault report

SPD Seeking Public's Help Locating Domestic Violence Suspect

June 14 at 1:54 p.m. - SPD is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a domestic violence suspect

City Aquatic Centers Open June 20, 2022

June 14 at 10:47 a.m. - The City’s six aquatic centers are scheduled to open Monday, June 20 and run through Friday, August 26, 2022

City Closures Planned For Juneteenth

June 14 at 8:44 a.m. - Garbage and recycling pickup on normal schedule

Reveal Event June 18 for Riverfront Dog Park Design, Name

June 13 at 5:12 p.m. - Join us Saturday, June 18, 2022 at noon for the reveal of the design and name of the future dog park in Riverfront Park

City Releases 2021 Water Quality Report

June 10 at 4:22 p.m. - 2021 City of Spokane Water Quality Report

Riverside Ave. Begins Reconstruction

June 9 at 10:05 a.m. - Phased project will impact downtown routes.

Charge Referred In Kala Williams Murder Case

June 8 at 1:44 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department refers murder charge for the death of Kala Williams.

SPD Asking For Public's Help in Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

June 8 at 11:40 a.m. - SPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing vulnerable adult

Deadline Extended: Cultural Events Incentive Grants

June 7 at 5:17 p.m. - Application deadline extended to June 20, 2022 at 1 p.m.

City Council Votes To Override Vetoed Drought Response Ordinance

June 7 at 8:32 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted 5-1 to override the Mayoral veto of Ordinance C36209, which establishes water conservation and drought response measures.

Operator Recommendation, Shelter Lease to be Briefed to Council

June 6 at 1:05 p.m. - The proposed lease and recommended operator of a possible new regional flex capacity homeless shelter will be briefed to the City Council.

Most Splash Pads Open for the Season in City Parks

June 6 at 11:21 a.m. - Splash pad season runs until September 6

Quick Response To Basement Fire in Hillyard Neighborhood

June 3 at 10:56 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a structure on fire in the 2100 Block of East Longfellow.

Council to Consider Override of Vetoed Drought Response Ordinance

June 2 at 4:41 p.m. - Spokane City Council to consider override of vetoed drought response ordinance.

SPD Breaks Up Stolen Property Ring

June 2 at 12:17 p.m. - Alert neighbor thwarts catalytic converter theft, leads to seizure of more than $100k in stolen property & breaks up stolen property trafficking ring

Woodward Vetoes Ordinance C36209

June 2 at 11:20 a.m. - Mayor cites strong preference for incentives and education to change behavior

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Child

June 2 at 9:54 a.m. - Spokane Police Department needs help locating a missing 8 year old boy

SPD Arrests Juvenile for Threat Involving School

June 2 at 9:52 a.m. - Juvenile arrested for a threat involving a local middle school

Home Depot Fire Arrest

June 1 at 2:53 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect in Home Depot fire that caused millions of dollars in damages

South Riverton Apartment Fire

June 1 at 10:53 a.m. - The fire was contained to a bathroom and extinguished within 5 minutes after arrival.

May

Sunday Morning Fire on South Freya

May 31 at 9:02 a.m. - The cause of this early morning incident remains under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.

SPD Asking For Public's Assistance in Locating Missing Juvenile

May 31 at 9 a.m. - SPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing/runaway juvenile

Red Wagon in Riverfront to Receive Fresh Paint, Minor Repairs

May 27 at 10:20 a.m. - The red wagon in Riverfront Park, named The Childhood Express, is slated to receive a fresh coat of paint along with minor metal repairs.

Cultural Event Incentive Grants Available from American Rescue Plan Fu

May 26 at 6:21 p.m. - Cultural Event Incentive Grants Available from American Rescue Plan Funds

Upriver Park Ribbon Cutting June 2

May 26 at 3:52 p.m. - Ribbon cutting and dedication for Upriver Park renovations funded by Avista

Early Morning Northside Residential Fire

May 26 at 1:47 p.m. - SFD along with units from Spokane County Fire District 9 were dispatched to the 6900 Block of North Douglass Street to a reported house on fire.

Community Asked for Design Input on New Liberty Park Playground

May 26 at 12:09 p.m. - Survey open now through June 12, 2022 on new playground design at Liberty Park.

Woodward Names Smithson Interim City Attorney

May 26 at 12:03 p.m. - Smithson to work with retiring Ormsby during transitional period

Fire in Old Northside Lowe's Building

May 26 at 11:41 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department are Fire District 9 responded to a reported fire at the old northside Lowes building on the 6900 block of Division.

Morning Residential Fire, Adult Burn Victim

May 26 at 11:20 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to the 800 Block of East 33rd Avenue to a report of smoke coming from a neighbor's door.

Early Morning Fire

May 26 at 11:18 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to the 1300 Block of West Grace Avenue to a report of a house on fire.

Parks & Recreation Releases Draft Master Plan

May 25 at 1:46 p.m. - Parks & Recreation released a draft Master Plan, created from feedback from more than 5,300 residents at 25 engagement opportunities.

Flags at Half-Staff Honoring Robb Elementary School Shooting Victims

May 25 at 11:39 a.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset, May 28

City Council Approves Drought Response Measures Ordinance

May 24 at 8:20 a.m. - Ordinance moves Spokane toward more responsible water conservation

City Receives $500,000 in Grants for Northeast Area

May 23 at 12 p.m. - EPA funds to be used for Brownfields assessment projects

'Taking Leadership Skills Back To the Neighborhoods'

May 23 at 10:54 a.m. - City, Gonzaga partnership academy energizes volunteers to take next steps for their community

City Closures Planned For Memorial Day

May 23 at 9:30 a.m. - Riverfront Park attractions and City golf courses are open

SPD Assists with Lilac Parade

May 20 at 4:21 p.m. - SPD set to help provide a safe and enjoyable Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade

CM Cathcart Proposes Striking Amendment on Proposed Water Use Ban

May 20 at 2:47 p.m. - Council Member Cathcart has presented the City Council with a substitute vision on how the City can reduce water usage through incentives & education

Ormsby Announces Retirement as City Attorney

May 19 at 2:04 p.m. - Will continue leading risk management work in reduced capacity into August

Downtown High-Rise Fire

May 19 at 12:23 p.m. - FireComm received a message reporting an automatic alarm activating in the Park Tower Apartments in downtown Spokane.

Free Riverfront Park Spring and Summer Activities 2022

May 18 at 4:50 p.m. - Riverfront has a variety of community engagement programs offered free to the community this spring & summer! Thank you to our incredible sponsors.

City of Spokane to Host Citywide Traffic Calming Workshops

May 18 at 2:36 p.m. - Community participation and conversation on neighborhood traffic safety

Woodward, Cathcart Propose Police, Behavior Health Partnership

May 17 at 1:38 p.m. - Program would co-locate police, behavioral health services in former library site

Kardong Pedestrian Bridge Renovation Begins May 23, 2022

May 17 at 11:55 a.m. - Construction begins Monday, May 23 on the Don Kardong pedestrian bridge renovation.

City Council Approves Amended Interim Zoning Ordinance

May 17 at 8:07 a.m. - Action moves the City forward on path for proposed Trent Shelter

City Begins Installation of New Parking Meters

May 16 at 2:38 p.m. - Upgraded payment devices hit the streets this week.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Vulnerable Adult

May 16 at 11:26 a.m. - Nina has been located. Thank you to all that assisted.

Spokane Police Officers Replace Seven Year Old's Stolen Bicycle

May 16 at 11:22 a.m. - Spokane Police Department officers replace seven year old’s bicycle after it’s taken during robbery

Remembering the One Million Americans Lost To COVID-19

May 12 at 2:55 p.m. - City flags at half-staff through May 16

City Seeks Proposals for $10M in Affordable Housing Funds

May 12 at 10:32 a.m. - Funding from three sources to help address housing crisis

Spokane Fire Special Rescue

May 11 at 3:11 p.m. - SFD was dispatched to a significant rescue of nine waterfowl from the family Anatidae. (Confused? Did I get your attention yet)?

Goats Return to Spokane Parks to Aid in Fire Prevention

May 10 at 5:09 p.m. - The program is intended to reduce fire risk in natural areas by reducing brush and tree sapling density.

SFD Investigators Update on Three Recent Fires

May 10 at 10:40 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Investigation unit provides an update for three recent incidents.

Neighbor Helps SPD Arrest Suspect

May 10 at 8:16 a.m. - Good Samaritan assists in arrest of a suspect in a volatile incident where two suspects posed a significant threat to police and community

Emergency Rent Assistance Funds to Become Available for City Residents

May 10 at 8:13 a.m. - Application Process to be Determined

Early Morning Second Alarm Fire Injures One Occupant

May 9 at 10:08 a.m. - SFD received multiple 911 calls indicating a large house fire in Spokane's Nevada Heights Neighborhood.

Fire Victim Rescued From Residential Fire in Critical Condition

May 9 at 10:06 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a trailer on fire in the San Souci Mobile Home Park.

Early Morning House Fire in Gary Park Neighborhood Displaces Eight

May 9 at 10:03 a.m. - SFD responded to a structure fire in the Garry Park neighborhood.

Technical Rescue Team Called Upon for Weather Event

May 9 at 10:01 a.m. - SFD and SVFD was dispatched to a significant incident indicating multiple reports of persons trapped in house trailers in the Central Mobile Home Park

Critical Neonatal and Pediatric Emergency Care Capability Enhanced

May 9 at 9:56 a.m. - Spokane Fire Department offers new pediatric life-saving tools system-wide

Early Morning Structure Fire

May 9 at 9:51 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a structure fire reported by a security guard patrolling a row of vacant residences.

Annual Snapshot of County Homeless Population Reveals 2-Year Increase

May 6 at 11:30 a.m. - Story map to provide context to data

City Re-Starts Shelter Operator Search Process

May 6 at 10:11 a.m. - Independent Group to Review Requests for Proposals

City Adopts Placard System to Indicate Reserved Parking Spaces

May 6 at 10:08 a.m. - New visual notification is next step in renovation of parking system.

City Seeks To Fill Vacancy for Neighborhood Project Advisory Committee

May 6 at 8:30 a.m. - Emerson/Garfield area representative will help prioritize projects.

Media Release: SFD & Red Cross Partner in National Home Fire Campaign

May 5 at 4:53 p.m. - On May 7, SFD & American Red Cross volunteers will be visiting homes in the Nevada Heights neighborhood installing free smoke & carbon monoxide alarms

Drive-by Shooting Arrest

May 5 at 12 p.m. - SPD makes arrest in a series of drive-by shootings this week

Children Asked to Help Design New Playground at Liberty Park

May 5 at 8:35 a.m. - A children’s design workshop will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Liberty Park Library, from 10 A.M.  – Noon

CM Bingle Files Complaint against Continuum of Care Board Chair

May 5 at 8:11 a.m. - Alleges violations of ethics code through improper actions in shelter process

Missing Vulnerable Adult

May 4 at 9:07 a.m. - Spokane Police Department is asking for any help from the community to help locate Les Kremer.

SPD Responds To Multiple Shootings Monday Night

May 3 at 8:42 a.m. - SPD responds to five-reported shootings on Monday night in just under two hours. One of the incidents resulted in a female being shot multiple times.

Two Repeat Offenders Arrested

May 3 at 8:40 a.m. - Two repeat offenders with 21 prior felony convictions each arrested for multiple felonies after being located in a stolen trailer with guns and drugs.

Northeast Residential Basement Fire

May 2 at 12:59 p.m. - SFD responded to a residential structure fire in the 2600 block of East Sanson Avenue.

April

Bank Robbery Suspect Charged

April 29 at 1:13 p.m. - SPD arrests bank robbery suspect who used a stolen rental van as a getaway vehicle

Woodward Announces Health, Safety Initiatives

April 27 at 2:34 p.m. - State of the City Address includes Violent Crimes Task Force formation, homelessness plan update, and plan to move House of Charity

Washington Trust Bank Returns Mute Swans via Sculpture to Manito Park

April 27 at 1:48 p.m. - On May 4, 2022, a sculpture featuring a mated pair of bronze-cast mute swans will be unveiled

Free Arbor Day Activities Saturday at Finch Arboretum 2022

April 27 at 10:44 a.m. - Mark Spokane’s 19th year as a Tree City USA at the Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 30, 2022, 11 A.M. – 2 P.M., at Finch Arboretum

Parks & Recreation in Need of Temporary/Seasonal Staff

April 26 at 3:49 p.m. - Parks & Recreation is on the last big push to round out the seasonal workforce.

Compost Fair Is Back Saturday, April 30

April 25 at 8:29 a.m. - Spokane County participants to receive free compost bin

North Side Travel Trailer Fire

April 22 at 5:08 p.m. - Just after midnight on Friday April 22nd, SFD responded to a reported travel trailer fire on the 500 block of East Gordon Ave.

Request for info regarding vehicle whereabouts

April 21 at 4:55 p.m. - SPD Major Crimes Unit (MCU) collision investigators are asking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle whereabouts.

SPD makes another catalytic converter arrest

April 21 at 2:22 p.m. - UPDATE: Police arrest 2nd suspect in a catalytic converter theft in late March, vehicle seized tied to additional catalytic converter thefts

Man Rescued in Hillyard Detached Garage Fire

April 21 at 12:56 p.m. - On Thursday, April 21st, at approximately 07:30 AM, SFD was dispatched to a reported detached garage fire on the 1700 block of East Dalton Ave.

West Princeton House Fire

April 20 at 8:36 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at the 4000 block of West Princeton Ave.

Northside RV Fire Extends to Residence

April 20 at 8:13 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at the 4000 block of North Jefferson.

City to Restart Provider Section Process

April 20 at 8:08 a.m. - Conflict of interest and breach of process cause restart for fairness, objectivity

SPD investigating shooting in the 1600 Block of W Mission Ave.

April 19 at 8:05 p.m. - SPD investigating shooting in the 1600 Block of W Mission Ave.

Arrest in Property Damage to Local School

April 18 at 9:51 a.m. - Woman arrested after throwing rocks through windows of a high school causing substantial property damage

SPD Makes Arrest for Catalytic Converter Theft

April 15 at 5:13 p.m. - The arrest of a suspect in a catalytic converter theft today leads to the seizure of 3 vehicles and additional stolen property

South Hill Structure Fire

April 15 at 9:19 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to 1800-block W 7th Ave to investigate an undetermined smoke odor.

Liberty Park Collaboration Will Renovate Playground, Basketball Court

April 14 at 12:12 p.m. - Seven partners are working together to fully revitalize the playground and basketball court at Liberty Park on the lower south hill.

Riverfront Offers Open House for Event Organizers

April 13 at 1:52 p.m. - Riverfront is planning an open house for anyone considering hosting an event at the park.

City Negotiating Lease to Open On-Demand Shelter

April 12 at 1:18 p.m. - Site will add flexible 24-hour shelter space to system

South Hill Building Fire

April 12 at 10:18 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a large building fire at 4511 S Freya Street.

Swiftwater Rescue of Teens Trapped In Vehicle

April 12 at 10:15 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a report of a passenger vehicle that drove at high speed into the Spokane River.

Shooting In North Spokane

April 12 at 10:13 a.m. - Shooting in North Spokane leaves one male deceased

Upriver Vehicle Collision

April 12 at 10:12 a.m. - More Charges for Impaired Driver who Crashed into the River

Unseasonal Wildland Urban Interface Fire

April 11 at 8:24 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to a small brush fire near the intersection of South Russell and Highway 2.

Two Unrelated Shootings in Less Than an Hour

April 11 at 8:21 a.m. - Two unrelated shootings in less than an hour leave four victims, two are deceased

Flags Lowered For WA Supreme Court Justice Mary Fairhurst

April 8 at 1:23 p.m. - Flags will be lowered to half-staff

Hit and Run Injures Two - Suspect Outstanding

April 7 at 4:11 p.m. - Hit and run puts two people in the hospital

Park Tower High Rise Fire, 1 Civilian Rescued

April 7 at 4:03 p.m. - At 12:55 p.m., a first alarm was dispatched to a high-rise fire at 217 W Spokane Falls Boulevard in downtown Spokane.

Railroad Alley, 3rd Alarm Commercial Fire

April 7 at 3:48 p.m. - At 4:22 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched to a smoke investigation near 2nd Avenue and Monroe Street.

SPD Arrests Suspect for Stealing Credit Cards from Vehicles

April 7 at 1:35 p.m. - SPD arrests prolific thief who purchased thousands of dollars’ worth of goods on credit cards stolen from vehicles

Riverfront Dog Park Design Community Survey

April 5 at 1:38 p.m. - The community is invited to share their thoughts on what a future dog park in Riverfront Park could look like.

City to Kick-Off 2022 WheelShare Program

April 5 at 9:42 a.m. - Public invited to demo new electric scooters and bikes.

Flags Lowered For Fallen Officer Dan Rocha

April 4 at 8:22 a.m. - Flags are lowered to half-staff

Drive-By Shooting

April 4 at 8:21 a.m. - Drive-by Shooting in North Central Spokane Sends Juvenile Male to Hospital with Life-threatening Injury

March

Shooting In North Spokane

March 31 at 8:31 a.m. - Shooting in North Spokane sends one juvenile male to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

City Launches $80 Million in Construction Projects For 2022

March 30 at 1:33 p.m. - Street, bridge, water and sewer system maintenance projects on the list.

Jess Roskelley Foundation Adds New Climbing Structures to Audubon Park

March 29 at 1:59 p.m. - Several new climbing structures for kids have been added at the Audubon Park playground, thanks to the Jess Roskelley Foundation

Riverfront's North Suspension Bridge Renovation Complete

March 29 at 1:17 p.m. - Reconstruction of the north suspension pedestrian bridge in Riverfront Park is complete, and the bridge will re-open to the public March 30, 2022.

Spokane City Council Commits $6 Million To Public Safety

March 28 at 5:04 p.m. - Council adopted 7-0 a resolution committing a substantial investment of at least $6,271,869 in 2022 into City of Spokane public safety vehicles.

Major Stolen Property Recovery

March 28 at 9:22 a.m. - Lengthy SPD drug investigation nets a huge amount of stolen property and drugs – one person arrested

Flags Lowered For Fallen Deputy Dominique Calata

March 25 at 1:24 p.m. - Flags are lowered to half-staff

Traffic Stop Leads To Recovery of Stolen Property and Drugs

March 24 at 12:34 p.m. - Traffic stop leads to arrest, recovery of stolen car, stolen gun, and a lot of drugs

Flags Lowered For Former Secretary Of State Madeleine Albright

March 24 at 8:21 a.m. - Flags will be lowered until Sunday

Major Construction Projects To Impact Hatch and Thor-Freya

March 23 at 3:03 p.m. - MAJOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS WILL IMPACT HATCH ROAD AND THOR-FREYA AREAS

City Recognizes Local Businesses for Excellent Wastewater Management

March 22 at 4:34 p.m. - Requirements met with 100 percent compliance.

HUD Awards $4.3M to Spokane to Help People Experiencing Homelessness

March 22 at 1:48 p.m. - Funds support local homeless housing, service programs

Drive-By Shooting Arrest

March 22 at 1:38 p.m. - Mother and a juvenile arrested after drive-by shooting in Northwest Spokane

Indian Canyon Golf Course Opens Saturday

March 21 at 4 p.m. - Indian Canyon golf course will open for the season on Saturday, March 26, 2022.

‘Neighbors Drive 25’ Kickoff

March 21 at 12:57 p.m. - The City of Spokane invites citizens to help kick off “Neighbors Drive 25,” a joint pedestrian and traffic safety education program starting March 24

West Boone Jolly Mart Fire

March 21 at 10:32 a.m. - Spokane Engine 3 was dispatched to the Jolly Mart in Spokane's West Central neighborhood to check on an unknown rubbish fire.

North Colton Apartment Fire

March 21 at 8:25 a.m. - SFD and automatic aid units from Fire District 9, responded to multiple reports of smoke and fire coming from a 2nd story apartment.

Armed and Dangerous Suspect - Reward Offered

March 21 at 8:22 a.m. - SPD and U.S. Marshals are searching for a dangerous homicide suspect who has made known his desire to kill police officers and others

Downriver Golf Course opens Friday

March 17 at 2:23 p.m. - One more City golf course is set to open - Downriver Golf Course opens Friday, March 18, 2022.

UPDATE: Missing 5 Year Old Autistic Child FOUND

March 17 at 11:02 a.m. - A missing 5 year old boy who prompted an emergency alert is found safe curled up in a stranger’s car near his home.

Police Vehicle Hit - Suspect Outstanding

March 16 at 4:52 p.m. - SPD seeking assistance in a felony hit and run of a police vehicle.

RV Fire Becomes Homicide Investigation

March 16 at 2:26 p.m. - RV fire turns to homicide investigation; MCU detectives actively investigating

Logan Neighborhood Apartment Fire

March 14 at 8:25 a.m. - On March 12, 2022, SFD responded to the 2400 block of North Hamilton St. for a report of a possible structure fire.

Spokane City Council to Restart In-Person Meetings

March 11 at 4:42 p.m. - City Council has announced the return of in-person meetings at City Hall starting Monday, March 14.

Spokane City Council Spearheads 2022 State Legislative Outcomes

March 11 at 12:27 p.m. - Council Members, the Mayor and staff provided compelling testimony in public hearings on various issues.

City Seeking Operator for New Nightly Shelter

March 10 at 3:21 p.m. - Shelter would be activated to meet emergent needs, location to be determined

The Creek at Qualchan opens March 12, and Esmeralda opens March 16

March 10 at 12:47 p.m. - The Creek at Qualchan opens March 12, and Esmeralda opens March 16, 2022. Opening dates for Indian Canyon and Downriver will be announced soon.

12-year-old Willard Elementary student with firearm arrested

March 9 at 4:49 p.m. - 12-year-old Willard Elementary student arrested after bringing gun to school

Homicide Near 2nd and Maple

March 8 at 9:33 a.m. - Detectives investigating fatal shooting near 2nd and Maple

Special Ops Teams Remove Victim from River

March 7 at 8:30 a.m. - On Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 9:38 AM, several callers reported an adult floating face-down and lifeless in the river.

RV Fire Results in Civilian Fatality

March 7 at 8:24 a.m. - On Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 1:53 AM, a recreational vehicle on fire was reported.

Building Fire and Civilian Rescue

March 7 at 8:20 a.m. - At approximately 11:43 PM on Saturday, March 6, 2022, SFD responded to the area of 1700 East Queen Avenue for a report of a garage on fire.

SPD arrests vehicle prowler suspect with long criminal history.

March 4 at 12:33 p.m. - Caught on video: Suspect with hundreds of prior arrests is caught breaking into a vehicle downtown. SPD Downtown NROs make arrest.

SPD Arrests Vehicle Prowler Suspect

March 4 at 11:22 a.m. - Caught on video: Suspect with hundreds of prior arrests is caught breaking into a vehicle downtown. SPD Downtown NROs make arrest.

Drive-By Shooting Death

March 2 at 12:04 p.m. - Drive-by shooting results in the death of a man

Vehicular Homicide Arrest

March 2 at 11:50 a.m. - Woman arrested for vehicular homicide after pedestrian death

City Adding $4M Package of Street Maintenance Work, Aiding the Economy

March 1 at 11:51 a.m. - Projects will improve local streets in commercial areas

Applicants Sought For 2022 Lodging Tax Grants

March 1 at 8:37 a.m. - Funding for projects promoting tourism and cultural activities

February

Spokane Humane Society Donates $250,000 Toward Riverfront Dog Park

Feb. 23 at 10:13 a.m. - The Spokane Humane Society donated $250,000 towards construction of a dog park in the heart of Riverfront Park at the Forestry Shelter.

Woodward Discusses Temporary Shelter Idea

Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. - Stakeholders passionately express opposition during conversations

Two Stolen Vehicle Arrests Occur Almost Simultaneously

Feb. 22 at 1:55 p.m. - Dayshift patrol officers recover multiple stolen vehicles, make multiple arrests, and recover a firearm during separate morning incidents

City to Resume Yard Waste Curbside Pickup Feb. 28

Feb. 22 at 8:57 a.m. - Yard waste, food scraps and some paper items accepted.

City Adding Temporary Shelter Capacity This Week

Feb. 21 at 3:36 p.m. - Options add space during cold snap while work continues on permanent solutions

Three Separate Vehicle Collisions Result in One Fatality

Feb. 21 at 8:20 a.m. - Three separate vehicle collisions result in one fatality, multiple injured persons, and two people requiring extrication.

City Reminds Residents to Dispose of Lithium Batteries Safely

Feb. 18 at 5:46 p.m. - Free disposal available at Waste to Energy, County transfer stations

Residence Fire on North Crestline

Feb. 18 at 9:28 a.m. - SFD was dispatched to the 4500 Block of North Crestline Street to a seemingly routine problem with the home's furnace generating smoke.

Downtown Arrest Leads To Recovery of a Shotgun

Feb. 17 at 1:16 p.m. - Downtown argument leads to arrest of convicted felon, recovery of shotgun

SPD Responds To Increase in Shootings

Feb. 15 at 4:34 p.m. - SPD actively investigating 10 shootings in the last week

Drug Seizure Follows Drive-By Shooting Response

Feb. 15 at 2:48 p.m. - SPD responds to a drive-by shooting that results in the confiscation of a substantial amount of narcotics & thousands of dollars in counterfeit money.

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Collision on the South Hill

Feb. 15 at 10:56 a.m. - Spokane Police respond to a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision on the South Hill that leaves one victim with life-threatening injuries

Escaped Coyote Ridge Inmate Arrested In Spokane

Feb. 14 at 2:55 p.m. - Escaped inmate caught in Spokane after fleeing from stolen vehicle

Presidents' Day Is a Parking Meter Holiday

Feb. 14 at 11:52 a.m. - Garbage pickup on normal schedule

Riverfront Maintenance Begins Next Week + Valentines on Ice

Feb. 11 at 9:54 p.m. - A few maintenance projects will have minor impacts on Riverfront Park visitors beginning next week.

Construction Site Burglary Attempts

Feb. 11 at 8:38 a.m. - Quick response from Spokane Police Power Shift and Graveyard Patrol Officers spoil two separate unrelated burglary attempts within hours of each other

Narrower Walkway Tested On Browne Street Viaduct

Feb. 9 at 3:52 p.m. - Fencing is being used to improve health and safety in the area

City Receives Affordable Housing Grant for Liberty Park Project

Feb. 9 at 8:50 a.m. - Funds to assist with 54-unit second phase in Perry District

Flags Lowered For Fallen Officer Donald Sahota

Feb. 8 at 8:10 a.m. - Flags are lowered to half-staff

Mayor and CM Wilkerson Join In Recognizing Black History Month

Feb. 8 at 8:07 a.m. - Mayor and CM Wilkerson welcomed students from LCHS to celebrate the rising of the Pan-African flag above City Hall in honor of Black History Month.

Stabbing In Downtown Spokane

Feb. 7 at 7:46 a.m. - Stabbing in Downtown Spokane sends one to the hospital with life threatening injuries

Detached Garage Fire

Feb. 7 at 7:44 a.m. - On Saturday, Feb. 5, 5:45 am, the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 1100 block of East Wellesley Ave on a report of a possible garage fire.

Parks & Recreation Awarded Funding to Expand Outdoor Youth Programs

Feb. 4 at 11:29 a.m. - City of Spokane Parks & Recreation was awarded funding totaling nearly $133,000 to expand summer 2022 outdoor youth programs.

Apartment Fire on North Maple Street

Feb. 4 at 9:26 a.m. - Unattended cooking is the leading cause of fires in the kitchen. Stay alert and in the kitchen when frying, broiling, grilling, or boiling food.

Late Night Garage Fire

Feb. 3 at 8:07 a.m. - At 11:20 pm on the night of February 2, 2022, a garage was reported to be on fire behind the residence.

Shooting Near Sprague Avenue and Crestline Street

Feb. 1 at 8:57 a.m. - On Jan. 31, 5:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to 2020 E. Sprague Ave for a shooting.

January

Council Member Jonathan Bingle Statement Regarding Mask Mandate

Jan. 27 at 1:11 p.m. - Spokane City Council Member Jonathan Bingle has issued a statement regarding the mask mandate.

SVU Investigating Incidents near Manito Park

Jan. 26 at 3:01 p.m. - Spokane Special Victims Unit detectives currently investigating incidents near Manito Park

Kardong Bridge Project Receives $1.45 Million in ARP Funds from CC

Jan. 26 at 12:02 p.m. - Monday, the City Council allocated $1.45M of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds towards repair of the Kardong Bridge, completing the funding package.

Officer Involved Shooting

Jan. 25 at 1:42 p.m. - Officer involved shooting after officers encounter male holding knife to toddler

CM Wilkerson Awarded AWC Certificate of Municipal Leadership

Jan. 25 at 1:40 p.m. - Council Member Betsy Wilkerson recently received a Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC).

Eastside Garage/Modified Living Space Fire

Jan. 25 at 1:35 p.m. - On January 20, 2022, Spokane Fire Department (SFD) was dispatched at 9:34 PM to a first alarm residential fire in the 2000 Block of East 4th Avenue.

Northside Basement Fire

Jan. 25 at 1:33 p.m. - On January 18, 2022, at 1:11 PM, 911 received a call from a homeowner reporting a fire in the interior basement wall of his residence.

Task Force Arrests Gang Members

Jan. 21 at 4:31 p.m. - Spokane Regional Safe Streets Task Force arrests two known juvenile gang members recovering items stolen in a robbery including a French Bulldog puppy

Emergency Rent Funds Have Nearly Been All Distributed, Allocated

Jan. 21 at 2:37 p.m. - Two online application portals paused today

Behavioral Health Unit Sees Continued Growth and Success

Jan. 21 at 2:28 p.m. - The BHU sees continued growth and success assisting people experiencing behavioral health crisis in its’ second year of operation

Snapshot Count of Homeless Rescheduled In Spokane County

Jan. 21 at 12:49 p.m. - Volunteers needed for program that generates homeless services funds

SPD Arrests Shooting Suspect

Jan. 20 at 1:33 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest suspect in a shooting that put one man in the hospital with life threatening injuries.

Mayor Appoints Smith to Be HR Director

Jan. 20 at 11:42 a.m. - Army veteran and federal agency leader has more than 20 years of HR experience

Fire Victim from Milo Hotel Apt Fire

Jan. 18 at 8:45 a.m. - A full commercial alarm was dispatched to 212 South Washington Street for smoke alarms sounding throughout the building.

Explosion in Tent Injures Two

Jan. 18 at 8:42 a.m. - Spokane Fire Department was dispatched to North Waterworks Street and East Surro Avenue to the report of an explosion injuring two individuals.

Stabbing in North Spokane

Jan. 18 at 8:37 a.m. - Stabbing in North Spokane sends two to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries

East Fairview Residential Fire

Jan. 14 at 8:44 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department responded to the 3700 block of East Fairview Avenue to a report of smoke in a home.

Browne's Addition Apartment Fire

Jan. 14 at 8:17 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department responded to an apartment fire with reports from occupants of flames visible on the ceiling.

Council Submits Letter to Mayor Regarding Emergency Warming Center

Jan. 13 at 3:47 p.m. - The letter does not serve as a resolution or ordinance but instead serves as a call to action from Councilmembers to the Administration.

Gardner Appointed As City Planning Director

Jan. 13 at 2:23 p.m. - Experience and vision cited as strengths in stakeholder feedback

SPD's Volunteer Program

Jan. 12 at 4:39 p.m. - SPD volunteer programs for young people renamed and refreshed

Flags Lowered For Senator Harry Reid

Jan. 12 at 3:27 p.m. - Flags will be lowered until Thursday

Domestic Violence Arrest

Jan. 12 at 9:25 a.m. - Ex-husband arrested after attempting to burn down victim’s house during domestic violence incident in South Spokane.

Council Will Address Closing Of Emergency Warming Centers

Jan. 11 at 1:54 p.m. - Special Study Session to discuss City’s response and solution

City Closures Planned For MLK Jr. Day

Jan. 11 at 8:05 a.m. - Garbage and recycling pickup on normal schedule

Assault/Luring Incident near Rogers High School

Jan. 10 at 4:36 p.m. - SPD is currently investigating an assault/luring incident in the area of Rogers High School

Parks & Recreation Master Plan Will Help Guide Spending of ARP Funds

Jan. 10 at 12:08 p.m. - Spokane Parks & Recreation was allocated $1,120,000 in the first round of the City of Spokane’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) appropriations last week.

City Completes Full-City Plow

Jan. 9 at 4:54 p.m. - Winter operations remain in place and attention turns to potholes.

City Looking for New Temporary Homeless Shelter

Jan. 9 at 4:10 p.m. - Convention Center alternative would be activated as needed

Melting Snow Causing Standing Water

Jan. 7 at 11:15 a.m. - Crews are working on problems areas; residents can help too

Remembering Those Killed and Injured At the U.S. Capitol

Jan. 6 at 3:48 p.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset

City Launches Full-City Plow Jan. 6

Jan. 6 at 11:29 a.m. - Plowing, sanding, and deicing continuing in arterials now, work in residential areas to begin this evening

West College Structure Fire

Jan. 6 at 10:31 a.m. - Callers reported smoke coming from a residential detached garage with a second story apartment.

City Council Approves Funding For Initial Allocations of ARP Funds

Jan. 4 at 8:12 a.m. - Spokane City Council approves funding for initial allocations of American Rescue Plan funds.

Second Alarm South Hill Church Fire

Jan. 3 at 5:28 p.m. - At approximately 4 pm on January 2, units from the Spokane Fire Department and Spokane Fire District 8 responded to a report of a fire at a church.

Hillyard New Year's Eve Residential Fire

Jan. 3 at 8:30 a.m. - On December 31, 2021, at approximately 10:17 PM, SFD and automatic aid resources from Spokane Fire District 9 responded to a possible house fire.

Northside Second Alarm Apartment Fire

Jan. 3 at 8:25 a.m. - On Dec. 29 SFD and automatic aid units from the Spokane County Fire District 9 responded to a report of a commercial structure fire.

City Completes Full-City Plow Jan. 2

Jan. 2 at 2:04 p.m. - Winter operations remain in place and prepares for next round of snow.