News Releases for April 2026

Today

Spokane City Council Votes in Support of STA

9:02 a.m. - Spokane City Council voted on a resolution supporting putting the Spokane Transit Authority (STA) ballot initiative to be on the August 2026 ballot.

Yesterday

Mayor Reestablishes City Arts Office, Names New Manager to Lead Effort

1:12 p.m. - Mayor Brown reestablishing the City’s arts office, restoring a key resource for local artists, cultural organizations, and creative businesses.

April 24

Wildfire Evacuation Drill Planned for Latah/Hangman Neighborhood

1:26 p.m. - Neighborhood leaders partner with City of Spokane to conduct wildfire evacuation drill

Spokane Police Make An Arrest For A Stolen Vehicle Driving Recklessly

11:13 a.m. - A Spokane city employee called 911 to report a vehicle driving recklessly with a flat tire.

April 23

Abor Day Celebration 2026

11:43 a.m. - Commemorate Arbor Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Finch Arboretum

Spokane Launches 'Summer of Soccer' Community Campaign

11:33 a.m. - Soccer fans across Spokane to enjoy community events all summer long

April 20

Proposal Seeks to Advance Affordable Housing Projects

12:05 p.m. - Proposed resolution seeks to direct $1.2 million for permanently affordable housing projects in West Central neighborhood

April 17

Spokane City Council Members To Host "Barriers To Building"

12 p.m. - An interactive conversation on barriers to building and mitigation strategies.

April 15

Coffee With Council District 2 Council Members

4:52 p.m. - This event offers a great chance for residents to share ideas, discuss issues, and get to know their district officials.

Coffee Connect With District 1 Council Members

3:25 p.m. - Come and meet Council Members Michael Cathcart and Sarah Dixit, who both represent Downtown and Northeast Spokane.

April 13

Council Members, Gonzaga Climate Institute Introduce Cooling Ordinance

3:28 p.m. - The “Renters’ Right to Cooling” ordinance would require landlords to maintain bedrooms at a safe temperature below 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

April 10

Flags Lowered for Major Ariana Savino

8:51 a.m. - Flags will be lowered until the close of business

April 9

City To Purchase Cooling Fans For Seniors, Residents With Disabilities

9:16 a.m. - Meals on Wheels will distribute the fans to individuals who may be especially vulnerable to heat and/or have limited access to cooling resources.

April 8

Community Day Celebrating Disability And Accessibility Community

12:26 p.m. - The Spokane City Council will hold a Community Day to showcase the diverse abilities of our community's residents.

April 7

Two Porch Fires Displace Eleven Residents in Spokane

3:17 p.m. - At 4:38 p.m. yesterday, firefighters responded to 5324 North Lacey St. after receiving reports of a fire on a home's front porch.

Spokane Police Officers Rescue Puppy After Thief Abandoned It

11:55 a.m. - An abandoned puppy was rescued by an officer and transported to the Spokane Humane Society for further care.