Report: Idaho could save money by building a state prison
State auditors say Idaho's prisons are overcrowded and dilapidated, the inmate population is rapidly growing and taxpayers could save millions by building a new prison.
Crime
Case of missing Pasco man now a murder investigation
The Pasco Police Department has switched gears surrounding the disappearance of Nathan Rich. His case is now considered a homicide investigation.
Spokane Police searching for man suspected of trying to lure children from a bus stop
Spokane Police are searching for a man who they say is suspected of trying to lure children from a bus stop on Tuesday.
Moses Lake man sentenced to 50 years for child pornography
A Moses Lake man has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for conspiracy to produce, production and possession of child pornography.
Fatal hit-and-run suspect arrested while appearing in court on DUI charge
A 34-year-old man has been booked on vehicular hit-and-run charges stemming from a fatal hit-and-run on Hamilton St. earlier this month.
Idaho nurse sentenced to 3 years for role in Kelsey Berreth's death
An Idaho nurse was sentenced to three years in prison for her role in Kelsey Berreth's death.
Family of hit-and-run victim keeps memory alive by purchasing reflective stickers for backpacks
The family of a hit-and-fun victim is turning their grief into action and hoping to save other lives in the process.
Detectives: OR man posed as high school student online, then sexually assaulted children
BEAVERTON, OR (KPTV) — Deputies arrested a 26-year-old Beaverton man who they say posed as a high school student on social media to talk to children online, and then met them in person and sexually assaulted them. According to the…
'It's kind of nerve-racking': Victim recounts teaming up with SPD to recover stolen items sold on Facebook Marketplace
From couches to cars, Facebook Marketplace is home to thousands of items -- this week, it was home to at least $500 worth of stolen ski gear belonging to one Spokane couple.
Coeur d'Alene man pleads guilty to robbing Spokane STCU branch
The Department of Justice says that a 24-year-old Coeur d'Alene man has pleaded guilty to robbing a Spokane bank.
Guardian investigation reveals neo-Nazi leader owns land in Ferry County
A new report from the Guardian indicated the leader of an American neo-Nazi terror group owns land in north-central Washington.
House passes bill to let WSP destroy crime guns
After years of trying, the Washington state House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that allows the State Patrol to destroy guns they confiscated during criminal investigations.
Oregon man convicted of murder in mother’s death escapes custody, last seen in Pendleton
An Oregon resident who was convicted of murder in the death of his mother in her Eugene home in 2004 has escaped from the supervision of the Psychiatric Security Review Board, officials said.
Moses Lake Police searching for woman accused of breaking into house, choking resident
The Moses Lake Police Department is searching for a woman accused of breaking into a home and assaulting the person living there.
University of Idaho, former Vandal athlete settle lawsuit over handling of sexual assault
The University of Idaho and a former Vandal athlete have settled a suit brought forward over the university’s handling of her sexual assault complaint.
Spokane officer on paid leave for potentially misusing department laptop
A Spokane Police officer was placed on paid administrative leave for potentially misusing police equipment.
Suspect in N. Spokane armed robbery also hit with assault charge
The suspect in a North Spokane armed robbery was also arrested on assault charges, according to the Spokane Police Department.
Spokane Co. Medical Examiner confirms identity of man killed in altercation with his son
The Spokane County Medical Examiner has confirmed the identity and cause of death of a man who died after an altercation in the 1400 block of E. Carlisle on Saturday.
Spokane Police: Shots fired near Perry District apartment complex
Spokane Police said shots were fired near an apartment complex in the South Perry District on Thurday.
Michelle Carter, convicted in texting suicide case, released from prison
Michelle Carter, the Massachusetts woman convicted of involuntary manslaughter for persuading her boyfriend to kill himself, was released from prison Thursday, months ahead of schedule due to good behavior. Carter, now 23, began serving a 15-month sentence in February, but…
1 suspect in deadly Seattle shooting arrested, 2 others still at large
One of the suspected gunmen in a downtown Seattle shooting has been arrested by police and booked into the King County Jail, while two additional suspects remain at large.
Penn State suspends fraternity amid investigation into sexual assault allegation
Penn State University officials placed a fraternity chapter on interim suspension as the university and police investigate allegations of a sexual assault. The assault is reported to have occurred at the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity in State College on January…
Police investigating fatal downtown Seattle shooting, gunmen still on the run
Police are still searching for the suspect in a downtown Seattle shooting on Wednesday.
Spokane Co. Sheriff's Office: Burglar caught after breaking into house, sleeping in guest room
Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call that a stranger was sleeping in someone’s spare bedroom.
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