Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste services are on their normal schedule this week. Reminder! Carts need to be at the curb by 6 a.m. on your regular collection day. To view the city holiday operations schedule for the Indigenous Peoples' holiday, please refer to our news release.

News Releases for November 2023

Nov. 29

Flags Lowered for Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

3:26 p.m. - Flags will be lowered until sunset on the day of interment

Spokane City Council Adopts 2024 Annual City Budget

9:47 a.m. - During Monday’s Legislative Session, Spokane City Council voted unanimously to adopt the Annual Budget for 2024.

Nov. 28

SPD Seeking the Public’s Assistance in Locating a Vulnerable Juvenile

3:17 p.m. - SPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Bradley.

Nov. 27

Quick Response Kept Apartment Fire from Extending Into Other Units

12:45 p.m. - At 9:20 a.m. today, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a call regarding a bedroom fire at the Larchmont Apartments, a ten-unit complex.

Commercial Fire Garners Exceptional Response and Positive Outcome

8:52 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department (SFD) swiftly contained a potentially catastrophic fire on November 26, 2023, at 6:25 AM behind 903 East Pacific Avenue

Request for Public's Assistance in Hit and Run Investigation

8:45 a.m. - SPD seeking public assistance in locating suspect vehicle in hit and run collision

Indian Trail Neighborhood House Fire Displaces Six

8:35 a.m. - The incident, which occurred in a one-and-a-half-story single-family dwelling, was quickly brought under control by the responding units.

Nov. 22

Indian Trail Neighborhood House Fire Displaces Six

8:21 a.m. - SFD emphasizes the importance of an evacuation plan in every home. Identifying two ways out of each room and establishing a designated meeting place.

Nov. 21

Riverfront's Numerica Tree Lighting & Winter Market Nov. 25

1:16 p.m. - Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Riverfront Park with two signature events on Saturday, November 25, 2023.

Expo 50th Celebration Announces Launch of Club '74

11:19 a.m. - The team behind Expo ’74’s 50th anniversary celebration is excited to announce the launch of Club ’74.

Overnight Northwest House Fire Quickly Extinguished

9:57 a.m. - SFD would like to remind residents of the importance of fire safety and the need for working smoke alarms in every home.

Vacant Home Intentionally Set on Fire

9:16 a.m. - The Spokane Fire Department emphasizes the importance of fire safety, particularly regarding vacant structures.

Spokane City Council Moves Forward with Expanding Middle Housing

9:12 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted unanimously to extend the Building Opportunity and Choices for All (BOCA) interim ordinance.

Nov. 20

Accidental Fire Damages Garage, No Injuries Reported

8:33 a.m. - SFD shares tips that can significantly reduce the fire risk in garages where flammable liquids are used or stored.

One Injured From a South Hill Apartment Fire

8:29 a.m. - SFD emphasizes the dangers to the community of hoarding and how hoarding conditions can significantly impede firefighting efforts.

Nov. 17

SPD Major Crimes Homicide Investigation

8:41 a.m. - SPD’s Major Crimes Unit conducting death investigation after three people, including two children, are found deceased.

Nov. 16

Numerica Skate Ribbon Opens for Ice Skating Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023

12:05 p.m. - The Numerica Skate Ribbon will open Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, welcoming ice skaters for another beautiful winter at Spokane’s downtown park

City Closures Planned For Thanksgiving

10:47 a.m. - Solid Waste Services will be a day late after the holiday

Parks Invites Feedback on Palisades North Trailhead Improvements

9:38 a.m. - Parks & Recreation invites the community to attend a public workshop on Palisades North Trailhead improvements and opportunities: November 30, 2023

Chief Meidl Announces His Resignation

8:50 a.m. - Chief Meidl's last day with the Spokane Police Department will be December 31st.

Early Morning Residential Fire Started by Space Heater Injures One

8:48 a.m. - This incident is a stark reminder of the importance of functional smoke alarms in residences.

Nov. 15

Public Assistance Requested in Identifying Armed Robber

9:35 a.m. - The depicted individual, wearing a distinctive mask and pink costume, is the suspect in an armed robbery which occurred just after 5PM on 11-13-23.

Nov. 13

Residential Fire Started by Space Heater Injures One

12:45 p.m. - SFD prevented a potentially devastating house fire Sunday morning.

Nov. 10

Stuff Green Carts with Leaves and Food Waste

12:59 p.m. - Curbside pick-up will be suspended Dec. 1 for the winter.

Nov. 9

Commercial Fire Kept Contained to Dust Collection Machinery

2:30 p.m. - Engine 7 and Ladder 1 were dispatched to the ADM Milling Company for a general activation of their fire alarm system.

Spokane Parks Receives Grant to Repair Broken Playgrounds at 16 Parks

1:58 p.m. - Spokane Parks & Recreation received a $100,000 grant to repair broken play equipment, like slides and swings, at 16 parks in 2024

SPD Reminds Public to Protest Peacefully

11:43 a.m. - Spokane Police remind the public to exercise their 1st Amendment rights peacefully and lawfully

Nov. 8

SPD Investigating Suspicious Substance

2:03 p.m. - SPD responds to a suspicious substance at the County Elections Office

Council Seeks Volunteers for Potential Pro and Con Committees

11:14 a.m. - Spokane City Council will likely appoint members of the community to pro and con committees for two ballot measures.

Nov. 7

Spokane City Council Abruptly Adjourns Legislative Session

8:25 a.m. - Council Members abruptly moved to recess after members of the audience repeatedly violated Council Open Forum rules.

Nov. 6

Veterans Day Is a Parking Meter Holiday

8:57 a.m. - Curbside garbage and recycling pick-up is on schedule

Northeast Spokane Homicide Investigation

8:18 a.m. - Detectives investigating apparent homicide after body discovered in vacant house

Police Arrest Man Driving Stolen Construction Equipment

8:16 a.m. - Officers arrest man who stole a large piece of heavy construction type equipment, ran over a fence, and attempted to drive away

Nov. 3

Maple Street Bridge Project Complete

3 p.m. - All traffic lanes are now open in both directions.

Nov. 2

Mayor Delivers Balanced Budget to Council

5:02 p.m. - Organizational efficiencies, updated fees, and bridge strategies meet priorities

City Leaf Pick-Up Is Underway

1:11 p.m. - Crews working to remove leaves in preparation for winter.

Evening House Fire Destroys Home, Displaces Family

9:17 a.m. - SFD would like to remind citizens to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for proper function and battery status.

Nov. 1

Spokane Police Seek Help Identifying Hit And Run Suspect

3 p.m. - SPD seeks assistance locating a vehicle and driver involved in a hit and run that seriously injured a pedestrian

City housing initiative earns Governor's Smart Communities Award

12:56 p.m. - The City of Spokane earned the Governor’s Smart Communities Award for the Smart Housing Strategies Category.

Child Killed In Tragic Dog Attack

11:54 a.m. - Child killed in fatal dog attack

Maple St. Bridge Traffic Changes for Nov. 1

7:48 a.m. - Crews will switch lane closures mid-day Wednesday.