News Releases for Wednesday, September 30, 2026

2 p.m.

Safer Spokane

2:40 p.m. - The numbers tell the story: Spokane is safer today than it has been in the past seven years.

Special Investigation Unit Seized Large Amounts of Cash and Cocaine

2:30 p.m. - On September 28th, 2026 detectives with SIU executed search warrants on 2 vehicles, two residences, and a storage unit in connection with two locals.

9 a.m.

U.S. Conference of Mayors, American Beverage Foundation Visit YWZ

9:08 a.m. - USCM and American Beverage Foundation traveled to Spokane to see firsthand how their grant is helping students at the ZONE's Youth Wellness Zone.

8 a.m.

Disabled Smoke Alarm Contributes to Fatal Tiki Lodge Fire

8:55 a.m. - Firefighters responded to a fire at the Tiki Lodge, Engine 1 and Truck 1 arrived within 3 minutes and observed smoke coming from a 2nd floor room.