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The History of Voting in the United States

As Election Day approaches on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, it is worth taking a moment to consider the long and complicated history of voting in the United States. Voting is one of the ways people participate in the government that represents them. But the story of voting in America has never been simple. Over the past two and a half centuries, Americans have debated who should be allowed to vote, how elections should be conducted, and what it means for a democracy to represent its people.

Spokane County, WA · 23d

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Sunset Boulevard Bridge repairs still years away

SPOKANE, Wash. — A presentation during Tuesday's Spokane City Council meeting showed construction for the Sunset Boulevard Bridge, also known as the Latah Bridge, is still years away. During the meeting, Kevin Picanco, the director of Integrated Capital Management for the City of Spokane, said the earliest possible start...

Spokane, WA · 24d

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New pedestrian beacon on State Route 904 in Cheney

CHENEY, Wash. -- Drivers in Cheney should prepare to encounter a new pedestrian hybrid beacon at the Simpson Parkway crosswalk starting Wednesday.

Cheney, WA · 24d

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Spokanites treated to frightful final night market and street fair

Spokanites, some dressed in costumes and with their dogs, came out last Friday night for the final night market and street fair of the year, hosted by The Wavy Bunch. Alena Horowitz is the founder of the market, which has been running for six years. “Lots of people, lots of...

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One step closer to the Pines - Trent railroad underpass in Spokane Valley

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Starting Wednesday, cars will no longer be able to pass through part of North Pines Road between Mirabeau Parkway and East Trent Avenue, because crews will be working to finish realignment. They'll finish paving Pines Road, creating a bigger gap from the train.

Spokane Valley, WA · 25d

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Endangering Children with fentanyl: Spokane County considers adding misdemeanor

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — During the Spokane County Board of County Commissioners meeting on October 13, Prosecuting Attorney Preston McCollam presented a ordinance proposal which would make endangering children by exposing them to fentanyl a misdemeanor in unincorporated Spokane County. In the past year, McCollam said his office has...

Spokane County, WA · 22d

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Spokane County elections office reminds everyone to check mailing info before ballots are sent out this week

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. -- There is still time to change your address or register to vote if needed before ballots get sent out later this week.

Spokane County, WA · 25d

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Sullivan Road on-ramp to Trent Avenue closed for guardrail repairs Thursday

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Drivers who use the Sullivan Road on-ramp to eastbound Trent Avenue in Spokane Valley will need to find another route on Thursday.

Spokane Valley, WA · 23d

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Central Valley School District asks voters to renew school levy funding

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — Next month, voters in the Central Valley School District will decide whether to renew a school levy that funds extracurricular activities, sports, support staff and special education services.

Spokane County, WA · 23d

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories expands manufacturing with $150 million investment in Post Falls

POST FALLS, Idaho -- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is building a new $150 million manufacturing facility in Post Falls as part of the company's expansion project.

Post Falls, ID · 25d

KHQ Right Now

Spokane neighbor raises concerns about fire station 5 coverage

SPOKANE, Wash. — A neighbor in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood raised concerns on Saturday, saying Spokane Fire Station 5 was reportedly taken out of service for several hours to provide medical coverage at the Gonzaga Numerica FanFest. The person who wrote the email said they were worried about coverage...

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Spokane connects fire-affected families with rebuilding resources at city event

SPOKANE, Wash. — The City of Spokane hosted a resource event Tuesday evening to help fire-affected families access critical information on rebuilding. Attendees gained guidance on asbestos surveying, temporary housing options, contracting services, and development questions. Nearly two and a half months after the fires, families continue navigating the...

Spokane, WA · 24d

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Greater Spokane Valley Chamber Board Endorses Valley School Levies

Strong schools and a strong economy go hand in hand. The programs, experiences and learning environments available to students today help shape the workforce and community we will have tomorrow. After hearing directly from district leaders and reviewing the measures, the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors...

Spokane Valley, WA · 25d

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Write-in candidate officially makes Spokane County commission race competitive

After the Spokane County Board of County Commissioners transitioned from three to five members in 2022, the board’s membership became more bipartisan, and so did the discussions. Previously, when there were only three seats decided by voters across the entire county, the board was reliably red. With the county...

Spokane County, WA · 24d

KHQ Right Now

Spokane volunteers to spend the week cleaning downtown spaces

SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Community Volunteering will spend the next few days on Fall Clean Week to help prepare public spaces for a busy fall and winter event season. Volunteer Spokane said the effort aims to keep downtown Spokane welcoming for everyone. Each day focuses on a different part of the city.

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A lot of questions with (most of) the candidates

Before the primaries, we asked candidates running for local office a series of questions and some of them even answered.* We cleaned up the clutter and pared down our questionnaires to just the candidates who survived in the primaries to help you make your decision in the general election!

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Mead School District appeals $17 million verdict in 2023 football hazing case

MEAD, Wash. -- The Mead School District filed a notice of appeal on Monday in the $17 million football hazing and discrimination case.

Mead, WA · 25d

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Spokane could enact new sales tax to pay for public safety campus

The Spokane City Council is expected to vote Wednesday on a proposed 0.1% sales tax that would help fund a planned public safety campus and other related expenses. The proposal comes after the city approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Rock Pointe East building near North Atlantic and Boone Avenue for nearly $18.5 million.