News Releases for July 2026

Yesterday

Mayor Brown looks to expand access to cooling resources

6 p.m. - Proposal would direct a portion of HEART funds to expand access to cooling and weatherization resources for most vulnerable

Mayor Launches Data Center Work Group Following Adoption of Moratorium

2:02 p.m. - Work group to assist in evaluating, developing recommendations to balance community priorities and economic opportunity

Spokane City Council Passes Renters' Right to Cooling Ordinance

8:15 a.m. - Council voted 5-2 on ordinance C36877, known as the “Renters’ Right to Cooling,” that makes adequate cooling required in residential rental units.

July 28

Second-Alarm Brush Fire Contained at People's Park

11:30 a.m. - Yesterday, firefighters were dispatched to People's Park for multiple reports of a brush fire producing a significant smoke column

July 27

Final Week for Spokane Falls Boulevard Survey

3:32 p.m. - Community urged to complete survey in preparation for design work.

SPD is Seeking Assistance in Locating Missing Adult Male

1:57 p.m. - Joshua Champion is a 32-year-old male and has not been seen or heard from by family since July 2025, and friends last saw him in April 2026.

July 24

SPD Participates in a Statewide Motorcycle Safety Emphasis

10:35 a.m. - SPD is joining law enforcement agencies in a statewide traffic safety emphasis coordinated by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC).

July 23

Council Member Zappone Awarded Certificate of Municipal Leadership

3:05 p.m. - Council Member Zack Zappone recently earned an Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC).

SPD Assists Stevens County Sheriff’s Office Locate a Reckless Vehicle

8:17 a.m. - Spokane Police use drones to assist Stevens County Sheriff’s Office locate a reckless vehicle. Two arrested on multiple charges.

July 21

Spokane Community Urged to Prepare for Inclement Weather

1:40 p.m. - Resources available across the region to keep community safe during heat, smoke season

SPD Respond to Several Underage Drivers on Electric Motorcycles

12:22 p.m. - Around noon on July 18th, 2026 callers reported 15 to 20 juveniles riding through the Southside Sports Complex on E-Motorcycles.

July 17

Public Service Announcement

2:35 p.m. - SPD and Spokane City Parks and Recreation want to remind everyone of the importance of helping keep our parks safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for all.

SPD Seek Community Assistance in Locating Missing 13-year-old

1:56 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from community members in locating a missing 13-year-old female.

July 15

Flags Lowered for Senator Lindsey Graham

3:18 p.m. - Flags lowered to half-staff

July 14

Meadowglen Park Groundbreaking July 22, 2026

4:31 p.m. - Meadowglen Park Groundbreaking

Officers Respond to a Shooting Near South Haven St and East 1st Ave

4:15 p.m. - On July 14th, at approximately 1:30am, Spokane police officers responded to a reported shooting in the area of 20 S. Haven St.

July 13

Mayor Brown Joins Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative Class

12:33 p.m. - Two top City of Spokane officials begin participation in August – carrying coursework into city hall’s core

July 9

Camp Sekani Update 7/9/26

12:53 p.m. - Camp Sekani Update Beacon Hill Fire Restoration Trails

City, Catholic Charities Showcase Innovative Homeless Outreach Program

11:14 a.m. - “Smart Street Response” program presented at National Conference on Ending Homelessness

July 8

SPD Make an Arrest in Connection with an Arson that Happened on June 9

11:27 a.m. - On July 7, SPD arrested Romello D. Abram (35) for First Degree Arson-DV, First Degree Arson-Damage Dwelling, Order Violation, and Harassment-DV.

July 7

Behavioral Health Unit Expansion

2:25 p.m. - Frontier Behavioral Health and the SFD are pleased to announce the expansion of their joint Behavioral Response Unit (BRU) program.

Spokane City Council Legislative Meetings Now Wednesday Evenings

11:45 a.m. - Earlier this year, the City Council voted to move its Legislative Session from Monday evenings to Wednesday evenings, effective July 15, 2026.

Firefighters Prevent Extension During Fast-Moving House Fire

8:35 a.m. - At 12:22 p.m. yesterday, firefighters were dispatched to the 500 block of East Kedlin Avenue for reports of a carport fire with explosions heard.

July 2

Construction Will Impact South Stevens Street

12:07 p.m. - Improvements include street resurfacing, ADA ramps, and utility pipes.

SPD Participate in High Visibility Enforcement During Hoopfest Weekend

11:47 a.m. - SPD and other law enforcement agencies participate in high visibility enforcement event for DUI and other dangerous driving behaviors during Hoopfest.

July 1

Domestic Disturbance Call Results in Serious Injury to Dog

3:02 p.m. - Domestic disturbance call results in serious injury to a dog a male is in custody for animal cruelty.

Camp Sekani Update 7/1/26

9:35 a.m. - Camp Sekani Update 7/1/26

Clocktower Chimes to Ring Once Again

9:05 a.m. - Rededication ceremony to be held on Fourth of July