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Firework bans roll out across Inland Northwest
SPOKANE, Wash. – In the midst of the hottest past 12 months ever recorded and rising wildfire danger, several local governments have announced firework bans across the Northwest. Fireworks are illegal within Spokane city limits, and can be disposed of at Spokane’s Waste to Energy Facility. In Idaho,...
Christian nationalist Sean Feucht sues members of Spokane City Council over 2023 denouncement of Nadine Woodward
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Far-right pastor/musician, Sean Feucht, has filed a lawsuit against current and former Spokane City Councilmembers who denounced former Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward for appearing on stage with him and another controversial pastor.
Celebrating Expo '74: Rebirth of a City
Standing on the newly rebuilt and opened Post Street Bridge in Downtown Spokane, you can hear the rush of water going over the falls and take in the spectacular view. From the bridge, it's just a short walk to Riverfront Park's Havermale Island where towering trees offer shade from the summer heat. The laughter of children frolicking in the playground fills the air.
Spokane City Council passes resolution limiting mayor’s emergency opioid response powers
SPOKANE, Wash. – Mayor Lisa Brown declared a state of emergency in response to the opioid crisis on Tuesday. The City Council passed a resolution Thursday which partially approved the mayor’s order, but also made clear that council members want Brown’s office to observe certain limits. The...
Spokane Pride celebrates 32nd annual parade
SPOKANE, Wash. — Pride month's well underway here in Spokane and Spokane Pride's celebrating with their annual Pride Parade. Thousands of people came to downtown Spokane to celebrate the parade. During the parade, pride flags were high in the air, in people's hands, and even on their clothes. More...
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