News Releases for 2025

February

Two House Fires Displace Multiple Occupants

Today at 4:35 p.m. - Firefighters responded to the 2500 block of North Belt Street after reports of flames coming from the front of a home.

January

Spokane Police Seek Community Assistance in Locating 12-year-old

Jan. 31 at 9:26 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from community members in locating a missing 12-year-old female.

City Leaders: 911 Excise Tax Revenue Should Be Properly Apportioned

Jan. 30 at 3:04 p.m. - City leaders testify in support of House Bill 1258.

Council Member Dillon Testifies in Support of House Bill 1258

Jan. 30 at 2:52 p.m. - On Thursday, January 30, 2025, in the House Finance Committee, Council Member Paul Dillon, District 2, provided testimony supporting House Bill 1258.

Spokane Named a Silver-Level Bicycle Friendly Community

Jan. 29 at 12:15 p.m. - City of Spokane moves from bronze to silver level

Suspect in Shooting that Took the Life of a 13-year-old Identified

Jan. 28 at 4:18 p.m. - Detectives with the SPD Major Crimes Unit (MCU) have identified the suspect in the shooting incident that took the life of 13-year-old Gavin Looper.

City Works with Local Partners to Open Scattered Site Facilities

Jan. 28 at 11:07 a.m. - City works with local partners to open scattered site facilities for people in recovery and families

Spokane Police investigating overnight shooting

Jan. 27 at 9:28 a.m. - Spokane Police investigating overnight shooting

Spokane Police Officer involved in duty related shooting

Jan. 27 at 9:19 a.m. - Spokane Police Officer involved in duty related shooting stemming from Domestic Violence incident

Spokane Point-In-Time Count Begins Wednesday

Jan. 21 at 11:08 a.m. - Annual snapshot estimate of the local unhoused population to take place from January 22-29

Flag Raising for Inauguration Day

Jan. 17 at 4:30 p.m. - Flags will be raised on January 20

SPD Seeking Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

Jan. 17 at 3:39 p.m. - On December 23rd, 2024, SPD responded to a report of a robbery which occurred at Monroe and Montgomery.

SPD continues effort despite SREC board motion

Jan. 17 at 9:01 a.m. - SPD continues efforts to maintain vital emergency communication services with community members despite issues in finding common ground with SREC

SPD Asking for Public Assistance to Help Identify Robbery Suspect

Jan. 16 at 5:04 p.m. - On Dec. 25, 2024 just before 4 a.m., SPD responded to the Days Inn motel located at 3033 N. Division on a report of an armed robbery.

SFD Statement Regarding SREC Decision

Jan. 16 at 2:47 p.m. - The Spokane Fire Department faces a significant challenge following a decision by the Spokane Regional Emergency Communication board earlier today.

Mayor Brown Statement on SREC Board Decision

Jan. 16 at 9:05 a.m. - Mayor Lisa Brown released a statement regarding the SREC Board’s decision to force the City out of the regional public safety answering point model.

Tips To Avoid Frozen Water Pipes

Jan. 16 at 8:57 a.m. - City Water Department reminds residents to prepare for incoming frigid temperatures.

East Spokane Burglary Results in an Arrest, Officers Recover Firearm

Jan. 15 at 2:35 p.m. - Spokane Police Officers responded to a commercial building in the area of 1000 North Freya Street on a report of a burglary.

World Cup Local Organizing Committee Announces Additional Fan Zones

Jan. 14 at 10:52 a.m. - Nine cities will host fan zones

City Closures Planned for MLK Jr. Day

Jan. 13 at 8 a.m. - Garbage and recycling pickup on normal schedule

Slick Roads Making for Hazardous Conditions

Jan. 10 at 9:21 p.m. - Today’s precipitation and tonight’s freezing temperatures have made driving a bit treacherous. If you don’t need to be on the roads, please stay home

Take The City's Climate Planning Survey

Jan. 10 at 10:40 a.m. - Everyone is affected by climate hazards and weather events – Tell us your experience!

Early Morning Fire Destroys Skyway Café

Jan. 9 at 3:46 p.m. - Engine 8 was dispatched to the Skyway Café at 6105 East Rutter Avenue for a reported kitchen appliance fire.

Medical Respite Facility to Open Next Week

Jan. 8 at 1:06 p.m. - New scattered site location at Westminster United Church of Christ will serve unhoused community members in need of medical care & supportive services

Winter Food and Yard Waste Cart Pickup Jan. 6-10

Jan. 3 at 2:52 p.m. - City of Spokane food and yard waste customers can have their green carts emptied January 6th through 10th on their normal collection day of the week.

Mayor Brown Reflects on First Year in Office

Jan. 2 at 2:38 p.m. - First year marked by substantial progress across variety of priorities.