News Releases for Week of Sunday, April 27, 2025

May 3

Ammonia Leak at Riverfront Contained After Overnight Response

2:27 p.m. - An ammonia leak at Riverfront Park's ice ribbon is contained and the area fully reopened to the public

May 2

Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day

8:53 a.m. - Flags will be at half-staff throughout the weekend.

May 1

One Hospitalized After Morning House Fire on North Crestline Street

4:42 p.m. - Firefighters, with assistance from Spokane County Fire District 9, responded to a report of a bedroom fire in the 7400 block of North Crestline Street

Mayor, City Council Announce Comprehensive Homelessness Strategy

11:53 a.m. - The H.O.M.E. Starts Here Initiative seeks to create a unified strategy for Spokane to meaningfully address housing instability and homelessness.

April 30

City Announces 2025 Washington State Legislative Outcomes

12:53 p.m. - On Sunday evening, state lawmakers concluded the 2025 Legislative Session, and Spokane secured funding for various city and community priorities.

April 29

Council Votes on Ordinance Approving Protections of LGBTQIA2S+

11:41 a.m. - During Monday’s Legislative Session, Spokane City Council voted 5-2 on an ordinance that ensures equitable protections for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.

Council Votes on Interim Ordinance Relating to Off-Premises Alcohol

11:37 a.m. - City Council adopted an emergency ordinance that would establish interim official control over off-premises alcohol outlets near public assets.

April 28

Wildfire Evacuation Drill Planned for Grandview/Thorpe Neighborhood

12:04 p.m. - Neighborhood leaders partner with City of Spokane to conduct wildfire evacuation drill

Male in Custody after Officers Force Entry into Home

8:24 a.m. - One male is in custody, two victims rescued in tense, rapidly evolving situation in northeast Spokane.