#4ThePeople: Local voters give their take on the final presidential debate
SPOKANE, Wash. -- We asked local voters to join us for a virtual discussion to see how they felt about the final presidential debate. As…
Author: Kyle Simchuk
#4ThePeople: Local voters share what's important to them this upcoming election
SPOKANE, Wash. -- 4 News Now is committed to answering your questions during this election season, and hearing the issues you’re most concerned about. It’s…
Get to know the three candidates running for sheriff in Kootenai County
KOOTENAI CO., Idaho -- There will soon be a new sheriff in Kootenai County. The three candidates on the November ballot have different plans…
Some Idaho families could get up to $3,500 from 'Strong Families, Strong Students' grant
Beginning this Wednesday, Idaho families (regardless of their income) can apply for the grant.
Thieves find decomposing body in Valleyford garage
The Spokane County Sheriff's Office is investigating how the man died.
Health District survey aims to gauge 'quality of life' of Spokane residents
You could be one of 15,000 people in Spokane County to find a large white envelope in your mailbox—it's a survey from the Heath District hoping to get a better picture of how people are doing.
Spokane Schools considering levy that will cost homeowners more during the pandemic
Spokane voters could be asked to support another school levy in just a few months, one that would come at a greater cost for homeowners during the pandemic.
Mayor lists goals for next 100 days, calls Spokane's condition 'stable'
Mayor Nadine Woodward said there will be difficult conversations ahead as her team puts together a balanced, priority-based budget for 2021.
'Jason didn't deserve this': What the mother of a murdered Newport teen wants you to know
NEWPORT, Wash. -- An emotional vigil in Newport for a 19-year-old who was reported missing, then found murdered. Ever since…
Former board member no longer trusts Riverview Retirement to care for own mother
The CEO of a Spokane assisted living center has been fired — but some residents and families say they couldn't be more relieved.
Gov. Inslee lifts COVID-19 restrictions statewide; how local business owners are responding
Governor Jay Inslee is easing restrictions statewide amid the pandemic, giving movie theaters the green light to reopen.
Hundreds defy COVID-19 restrictions to turn out for Loren Culp rally in Liberty Lake
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. -- Hundreds turned out to support Washington gubernatorial candidate Loren Culp during a rally in Liberty Lake on Friday,…
Spokane's NAACP president worries return of 'COPS' will do more harm than good
SPOKANE, Wash. -- After networks pulled the plug this summer, the popular TV show ‘COPS’ is expected to return. In fact, it’s being filmed in Spokane right now. The Spokane County…
SpaceX helps out town of Malden with satellite-powered internet
Satellites in space are helping people in Malden get back online after a devastating wildfire leveled the town in early September.
Family of missing teen desperate for answers
Sophia Owens' parents fear their daughter met up with a stranger online and never returned home.
Americans could get second round of stimulus checks
Across the country, more than 26 million people are still relying on unemployment benefits, even six months into the pandemic.
Power outage in Hayden leaves 2,800 in the dark
The cause of the outage is under investigation.
SPD: Church leaders may have violated court order outside Planned Parenthood
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane Police say the leaders behind The Church at Planned Parenthood may have violated a judge's order on Tuesday by getting too…
What will it take to advance? Spokane approaching four months in phase 2
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane County has a ways to go before bars, nightclubs and other businesses can fully reopen. While the amount of…
Spokane City Council accepts $4 million fluoride grant
Spokane water could be fluoridated by October 2023.
'Stop spreading rumors': Emergency officials say rumors of extremist groups starting wildfires aren't true
MEDFORD, Or. -- Wildfires burning around the northwest are fueling conspiracy theories. Some people believe they were started by groups on the…
A breakdown of wildfires burning throughout Washington and North Idaho
With so many wildfires burning statewide, it can be hard to keep track. We’ve compiled a list of some of the largest fires in our area…
Red Cross adjusts to help families impacted by wildfires during the pandemic
MALDEN, Wash. -- Those living in Malden only had about 15 minutes to evacuate when the fire came. Many of them came home to…
Spokane venues glow red in nationwide fight for live entertainment industry
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Buildings around downtown Spokane lit up red Tuesday night as part of a nationwide effort. The coronavirus pandemic has devastated the live…
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