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SPR News Today: 2026 fire season one of the worst in Northwest's history

There’s still time to register to vote if you haven’t, but you’ll have to go in person. The Christmas tree that will stand outside the U.S. Capitol is taking a tour through Idaho this month. NWPB's Erick Bengel talked to experts who believe this year’s fire season...

Spokane County, WA · 7d

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Final push for votes for Eastern Washington congressional candidates before Election Day

SPOKANE, Wash. -- There are only two days left until the high-stakes Midterm election and one of our region's most competitive races is heating up.

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Spokane Mayor Brown suggests new $2.89B budget for 2027-2028

SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown introduced a new biennium budget proposal for 2027-2028. The proposal is available to view online and will next go to the City Council for possible amendments.

Spokane, WA · 6d

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Christmas Lights in Spokane: 2026 Displays, Dates and Cocoa Stops

Top photo: courtesy of Kendall Yards. Last verified: October 28, 2026. Every date below was checked against the organizer or a current listing, and anything not yet posted for 2026 says so. We recheck through December. Spokane’s holiday light map changed more in one year than in the ten before it. In 2025 Manito Holiday... The post Christmas Lights in Spokane: 2026 Displays, Dates and Cocoa Stops appeared first on Explore Washington State .

Spokane, WA · 9d

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Judge says 2 siblings exploited dementia-stricken dad — now their brother could inherit his $1B fortune

A Spokane judge found two heirs unduly influenced their father, real estate magnate Harlan Douglass. Here's what that means for the estate and how your family can guard against fraud.

Spokane, WA · 9d

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Spokane seeks grant to improve evacuation routes in north neighborhoods

SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane leaders are seeking federal money to help plan better evacuation routes for the Indian Trail and Five Mile neighborhoods after the 2026 Spokane Complex Fire. According to a city-county announcement, Spokane and Spokane County applied together for a U.S. Department of Transportation PROTECT grant to study how people can get in and out of those areas more safely during emergencies. More on the PROTECT grant program. Leaders said those neighborhoods have limited road connections in areas shared by the city and county. They explained that the Spokane River, steep hills, a large landfill and spread-out development have made the area depend on only a few main roads during evacuations. If the full award is approved, the project would bring in $1.4 million. Officials said the money would pay for a risk assessment, identify emergency routes, create a communication plan for evacuations and begin design work on selected projects. The city and county also said the grant would support study work in places beyond Indian Trail and Five Mile. They expected a decision by the end of the year. Mayor Lisa Brown said the request focused on problem areas that became clear during emergencies. "It is essential

Spokane, WA · 6d

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Spokane Public Schools levy receives strong support from voters so far

SPOKANE, Wash - Spokane voters are so far passing a school levy that would support Spokane Public Schools.

Spokane, WA · 6d

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This Abandoned Schoolhouse in Washington Holds a Tragic Story

Washington State is no stranger to towns and buildings left abandoned, long forgotten, and in ruins. Some of these destinations give you a glimpse into the past, while others are filled with spine-tingling lore. Located in Lincoln County is a ghost town with a violent past that has drawn ghost hunters and paranormal seekers to […]

Lincoln County, WA · 17d

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Deep dive into voter turnout in Washington state

Washington · 8d

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Washington ballots due by 8:00 P.M. on November 3rd

King County, WA · 7d

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Cannon Hill Park getting irrigation makeover as part of Together Spokane initiative

SPOKANE, Wash - One of Spokane's most picturesque parks looks very different this fall, as crews install a new irrigation system at Cannon Hill Park.

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SPR News Today: Putting ballot measures into plain language

From Spokane Public Radio, it’s SPR News Today. With Election Day so close, Governor Bob Ferguson is urging voters to use the ballot box instead of the mailbox. Spokane County poll workers have already started counting ballots. And S-P-R’s Doug Nadvornick chats with BallotPedia’s Ryan Byrne. Those...

Spokane County, WA · 8d

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Union Pacific Dispatchers Will Vote on ATDA Representation

WASHINGTON — The National Mediation Board has authorized a representation election for train dispatchers employed by Union Pacific. The American Train Dispatchers Association announced the decision on October 29. The vote will decide whether those dispatchers organize with the association. The announcement set no voting dates. A Union Pacific...

Spokane, WA · 10d

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River Run registration delayed as Riverside State Park cleanup continues

SPOKANE, Wash. — River Run organizers said registration for the 2027 event was delayed after wildfires on August 1, 2026 and ongoing cleanup in affected areas of Riverside State Park.

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'Get ready.' City of Liberty Lake welcomes a new TopGolf location for families to enjoy

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. -- We are one step closer to welcoming a TopGolf location to the Inland Northwest.

Liberty Lake, WA · 11d

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Nearly half of Idaho’s schools have moved to four-day school weeks, while Washington districts opt for a balanced calendar approach

Four-day school weeks have become popular in Idaho, but they aren’t a new fad. In the 2007-08 school year (the earliest year for which data is available), there were 12 school districts and charter schools in rural areas using the adapted calendar. In 2025-26, there were 96 across the entire state.

Idaho · 15d

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Final push for votes for Eastern Washington congressional candidates before Election Day

SPOKANE, Wash. — There are only two days left until the high-stakes Midterm election and one of our region’s most competitive races is heating up. On November 3rd, voters will decide who will take the seat of Washington’s 5th congressional district, representing Eastern Washington. Democratic candidate Carmela...