News Releases for Week of Sunday, January 7, 2024

Jan. 12

Additional Warming Spaces Now Open

9:37 p.m. - The Cannon Street Shelter is now open for full-time service through January 18.

Spokane Public Library Opening Select Branches as Warming Centers

4:24 p.m. - Spokane Public Library will open four locations on Monday, January 15 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. to provide access to a warm indoor space.

Mayor Brown Appoints Interim Fire Chief

10:44 a.m. - Deputy Fire Chief Julie O’Berg appointed to be Interim Chief

Latah Bridge Weight Restrictions Updated

10:41 a.m. - Some heavy equipment and vehicles now require detour.

Major Crimes Unit Makes Arrest in 2021 Homicide

8:52 a.m. - Major Crimes Unit arrests suspect for Murder stemming from seemingly unprovoked 2021 attack.

Jan. 11

Mayor Brown Declares State of Emergency Due to Frigid Temperatures

4:32 p.m. - Warming resources available to those who need them.

Jan. 10

SPD Looking for Carjacking Suspect

4:42 p.m. - SPD seeks assistance in identifying suspect in attempted carjacking

Chief Financial Officer Tonya Wallace Resigns

3:38 p.m. - Mayor Brown appoints Matt Boston to fill vacancy

City Preparing for Incoming Cold Temperatures

12:56 p.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown’s Administration is asking the community to prepare and familiarize themselves with resources available to them.

Jan. 9

Early Morning Fire Causes Serious Damages to Garages and Contents

11:32 a.m. - Tuesday, Jan. 9, 3:16 a.m., SFD received a dispatch to the garages behind the Trestle Creek Apartments.

City Closures Planned for MLK Jr. Day

9 a.m. - Garbage and recycling pickup on normal schedule

SPD Arrest Two Following Armed Burglary, Vehicle Theft, and Pursuit

8:12 a.m. - Spokane Police arrest two following armed burglary, vehicle theft, and multi-agency pursuit

Jan. 8

Dillion and Zappone Introduce Family Friendly Festivals Ordinance

1 p.m. - Council Members Dillon and Zappone will introduce the “Family Friendly Festivals” Ordinance to align the City policy with state requirements.