News Releases for Week of Sunday, October 4, 2026

Oct. 9

City to provide asbestos testing, host community resource meetings

4:04 p.m. - The City will provide asbestos surveying at no cost to fire-affected residents where asbestos survey services are not provided through their insurance

Oct. 8

Mayor's Annual Address on Wildfires, Housing, and Community Safety

3:40 p.m. - Mayor Brown delivered her annual address Tuesday, reflecting on the progress made over the past year and outlining the work ahead.

City and Permittable Partner to Support Rebuilding After Wildfires

1:34 p.m. - The City and Permittable are partnering to provide free permit pre-screening services to residents rebuilding homes following the August fires.

Oct. 7

Spokane Police Respond to Fatal Stabbing in Northeast Spokane

11:45 a.m. - On October 6th 2026, shortly after 8:20 P.M., SPD officers responded to a reported stabbing at the intersection of N. Hamilton St and E. Mission Ave

Oct. 6

District 1 Council Members to Host Townhall

12:11 p.m. - District 1 Council Members Michael Cathcart and Sarah Dixit will host a town hall community conversation focusing on Parks and Tree Canopy.

City and County Offer Adopt-A-Drain Program

11:25 a.m. - City of Spokane and Spokane County are combining efforts to educate on the importance of preventing stormwater pollution and keeping drains clear.

Oct. 5

Indigenous Peoples' Day Is Oct. 12

8:58 a.m. - City of Spokane details holiday operations schedule