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News Releases for Tuesday, May 16, 2023

5 p.m.

Spokane Takes Leadership Role in New Drug Laws

5:59 p.m. - Mayor Nadine Woodward issued a statement regarding the legislation updating the state drug possession and use laws.

Noon

SPD Arrests Male Who Brandished Gun at Large Gathering

12:14 p.m. - SPD officers arrest male who brandished a weapon next to crowded bar