What we know about the first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines, expected in Spokane next week
The first COVID-19 vaccine is expected to arrive in Washington in just a few days. The FDA granted Pfizer emergency use…
Author: Kyle Simchuk
Family of special needs child dropped off at wrong bus stop still searching for answers
A young girl with autism and epilepsy was left to fend for herself in North Spokane when she was dropped off at the wrong bus stop.
Local leaders respond to bomb threat at Spokane County Democrats office
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A man walked into the Spokane County Democrats office and threatened to blow up the building. Spokane Police and the FBI are…
Spokane student's senior photo posing with American flag rejected from school yearbook
A student at Lewis and Clark High School is being told her picture with the American flag won’t be allowed in the yearbook.
COVID-19 transmission remains low among Spokane-area schools
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Efforts to protect Spokane students and teachers from COVID-19 appear to be working. According to contact tracers, only five people have become infected inside Spokane Public…
Washington landlords suing the state over eviction moratorium they fear may be extended
The Washington Landlord Association is one of several plaintiffs on the complaint filed Tuesday. They say some landlords have not received a rent payment in eight months, forcing those property owners to make some tough decisions.
Spokane man to give away 300 Thanksgiving meals, all while supporting local
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A Spokane man has found an effective way to help struggling restaurants and hungry people at the same time. On Thursday,…
'Hanging on by a thread': WA Hospitality Association says restaurants need more than a $70M grant
The group estimates the second Covid-19 shutdown will cost Washington restaurants $800M
Son reportedly shoots at father during argument, Major Crimes detectives investigating
The Spokane County Sheriff's Office believes the suspect was in crisis or under the influence of drugs.
Local father, coach concerned latest shutdowns will negatively impact young athletes
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The recent shutdown is not just bars and restaurants. The Spokane Youth Sports Association says young athletes are suffering as well. Sports…
Customers share final toast as local bar prepares for second COVID-19 closure
MILLWOOD, Wash. -- It was a bittersweet night for bars and restaurants across the state of Washington on Tuesday. Another round of COVID-19 closures…
Washington Hospitality Assoc. fears 100,000 people could lose their jobs if further statewide restrictions take effect
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Washington Governor Jay Inslee says he’ll be announcing more restrictions in a few days to prevent the…
Local schools scrambling for substitute teachers as COVID-19 cases rise among staff
MEAD, Wash. -- Students in Mead are learning in the classroom, but when teachers can’t be there, the school says it’s having a hard…
'It's very different': Fan Fest kicks off at Gonzaga with an empty kennel
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Fan Fest has been a longtime Gonzaga tradition to kick off the start of the women’s basketball season. No fans…
Court docs: Newport teenager found buried with his hands tied behind his back
Court documents have revealed what led up to the death of 19-year-old Jason Fox, the Newport teenager found dead more than two weeks after he was reported missing.
Coronavirus cases surge throughout the Inland Northwest as U.S. reports highest daily case spike
Health districts in Spokane and North Idaho reported record-high COVID-19 cases on Friday. There were 187 new cases in Spokane County. Hospitals…
Local artist selling signs to show support for Dr. Lutz
A local artist is printing hundreds of yard signs to show support for Dr. Lutz. The person who designed them says he’s concerned about the lack of transparency from the health district.
City Council condemns armed militia groups
The Spokane City Council passed a resolution Monday condemning the organization and assembly of armed private militia groups.
Washington landlords suing the state over eviction moratorium
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A group of landlords has filed a lawsuit against Governor Jay Inslee over his ban on evictions during the pandemic. The Washington Business Properties Association…
Police investigating body found by maintenance man in North Spokane home
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A man’s body was found inside a North Spokane home by a maintenance man hired to change the locks. According to court…
Washington's eviction moratorium includes protection for those living in non-traditional housing
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Governor Jay Inslee’s housing moratorium means people can’t be evicted for falling behind on their rent. Cities across Washington are learning the…
Spokane Public Schools sees low COVID-19 transmission rates, prepares to welcome more students back
SPOKANE, Wash. -- First and second grade students in Spokane could be back in the classroom within a few weeks. Spokane Public…
Spokane Valley man finally sentenced for raping child 7 years ago
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A judge sentenced a Spokane Valley man to between eight and a half years to life in prison on Tuesday for raping…
Spokane Police respond to at least 66 crashes in first day of fall snowstorm
SPOKANE, Wash. -- We knew it was coming, and it only took a few hours for the snow to start sticking on…
