News Releases for September 2025

Sept. 12

1914 “Golden Spike” Marker Placed Monday, September 15

8:37 p.m. - Community members will gather to place marker, commemorate railroad history

Construction Project Changes

4:25 p.m. - Ash St. and Rockwood Blvd. projects adjust work.

Funding Available for Tourism and Cultural Investment Grants

8:55 a.m. - City of Spokane issues notice of funding

Sept. 11

Flags at Half-Staff Honoring Victims of Political Violence

11:16 a.m. - Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset, Sept. 14

Flags at Half-Staff In Remembrance of 9/11

8 a.m. - City of Spokane facilities observe Patriot Day

Sept. 9

SPD Asking for Help Identifying Suspects in an Arson

5:05 p.m. - SPD Investigators are seeking the publics’ help to identify several suspects in a recent arson.

Spokane City Council to Consider Day Change of Legislative Sessions

2:01 p.m. - The potential change from Mondays is prompted by numerous cancellations due to federal holidays, stakeholders seeking more time for engagement.

Sept. 8

Ash Street Reduced to One Lane This Week

8:44 a.m. - As part of the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, City stormwater system work will be done this week.

Sept. 5

“Age of Elegance Reimagined” Sept. 6-20, 2025

3:43 p.m. - Experience the historic D.C. Corbin House (the Corbin Art Center), beautifully decorated with fine home furnishings

Fugitive From Idaho Located in Spokane; Booked on Multiple Charges

10:06 a.m. - Specialty units responded to take a wanted fugitive into custody.

Sept. 4

SFD's 7th Annual Kids Jr Firefighter Academy

4:42 p.m. - This free event lets kids and families experience what it is like to be a firefighter, learn important safety information, and have fun!

Project Announcement: South Hill Bluff Fuels Reduction Project

9:41 a.m. - Fuels reduction work with Spokane Fire scheduled for fall 2025

Sept. 3

Arrest Made in Burglary that Resulted in Theft of Firearms

1:12 p.m. - Fast response by officers identifies suspects and recovery of several of the stolen guns, investigation ongoing.

Sept. 2

Brief Standoff in West Spokane Ends Peacefully

4:18 p.m. - Brief standoff in West Spokane ends peacefully after Domestic Violence suspect taken into custody.

Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested for Multiple Felonies

12:13 p.m. - Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested for Multiple Felonies