News Releases for Week of Sunday, May 5, 2024

May 10

Warm Weather and River Safety Reminder

3:51 p.m. - Follow these tips near the Spokane River to stay safe.

Suspect Arrested for Drive by Shooting

3:38 p.m. - Spokane Police arrested a male suspect in connection with a shooting.

May 9

Council Votes to Remove Community Safety Levy for Ballot

12:35 p.m. - During a Special Legislative Meeting Council deliberated and voted unanimously to remove the Community Safety Levy from the August ballot.

Spokane's Homeless Outreach Team Adopts New Structure

10:35 a.m. - The Homeless Outreach Team has adopted a new structure to improve complaint response, broaden geographical coverage, and better serve community needs.

SPD quickly locates suspect involved in South-Hill shooting

9:59 a.m. - Spokane Police officers responded to a call on 5-8-24 on the report of shooting and found the assailant shortly after.

May 8

Mayor Brown Proposes Extending Timeline for Community Safety Levy

11:22 a.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown and the Spokane City Council announced Wednesday their intent to extend the timeline for implementing the Community Safety Levy.

SPD Makes Multiple Arrests at North-East Spokane Nuisance Property

10:29 a.m. - Spokane Police conducted several search warrants at a high crime location in the 900 block of East Indiana Avenue.

May 6

SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings May 7-11

2:23 p.m. - Over 5 days, nearly 500 new urban trees will be planted to celebrate the SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings for Expo’s 50th anniversary

Spokane Police Emphasis to Keep Parks Safe

2:07 p.m. - Spokane Police conduct park emphasis including enforcement of after-hours City Park violations