Police: Woman pepper sprayed employees while shoplifting from Northtown store
Spokane Police arrested a woman who shoplifted from a clothing store in Northtown Mall and pepper sprayed employees in the process.
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Video shows tense interaction between Grocery Outlet employee and woman violating mask mandate
As businesses learn to adapt, some customers are fighting back. A tense scene inside the Spokane Valley Grocery Outlet has been viewed more than 30,000 times.
Two Seven Public House employee tests positive for COVID-19, restaurant to temporarily close
An employee at Two Seven Public House in Spokane has tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the restaurant to temporarily close.
Health District to soon offer more curbside COVID-19 testing sites in Spokane
Starting next week, Spokane County will offer more locations for curbside COVID-19 testing.
Restaurants take advantage of patio seating during COVID-19 restrictions, feeling safer with more space
The change in weather comes at a good time for restaurants with outdoor seating. Most research shows it's safer to be outside than in a crowded group indoors.
Mayor Woodward says rise in COVID-19 cases is concerning, feels optimistic about other health data
Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward said, "hospitalizations have not continued to spike and the death rate has not either."
Man with previous DUI arrest to face vehicular homicide charges in cyclist's death
Family and friends are mourning the loss of Kerry Wiltzius, 65, after she was hit and killed on a Spokane County highway on June 26.
Local non-profits work to keep up with growing demand
Even though Spokane County is taking the steps to re-open businesses, the demand for help to pay bills and buy food isn't slowing down.
Indaba to temporarily close shops after employee tests positive for COVID-19
Spokane coffee business Indaba will be temporarily closing its shops after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Should businesses have to turn away customers who don't wear a mask? Tell us what you think!
We want to hear from you. Should businesses be required to turn people away if they refuse to wear a mask? Take a second to fill out our poll.
Health officials say 46 COVID-19 cases now linked to Borracho Tacos & Tequileria
Health officials have linked a total of 46 COVID-19 cases to Borracho Tacos and Tequileria, the Spokane Regional Health District confirmed Thursday.
Local organizations fighting hunger, helping communities
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are in need of more help than ever before. That is what local organizations have been doing for years, and they are always looking for support to carry out their missions.
Spokane County man with COVID-19 taken to jail for refusing to self-isolate
A Spokane County man with COVID-19 has been jailed for refusing to self-isolate.
Dept. of Health, Disease Modeling reports show communities of color affected most by COVID-19
New reports from the State Department of Health and the Institute for Disease Modeling show that COVID-19 is disproportionately impacting communities of color.
Panhandle Health: 44 people test positive for COVID-19 in N. Idaho since Wednesday
Panhandle Health District reports that 44 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in North Idaho in the last 24 hours.
Young people now hardest hit by COVID-19 in Spokane County
SPOKANE CO., Wash. -- Young people make up the demographic hardest hit by COVID-19 in Spokane County. More than 27 percent of Spokane County's confirmed cases have been diagnosed in people ages 20-29. As of Thursday, 406 Spokane County residents…
15-year-old Cheney girl reported missing, possibly staying in Spokane
A 15-year-old Cheney girl has been reported missing.
Washington law schools form task force, addressing racial discrimination in state's courts
Gonzaga University, University of Washington and Seattle University law schools have formed a task force to address racial discrimination in Washington’s criminal justice system.
Gov. Inslee announcing updates to 'Safe Start' proclamation Thursday afternoon
Governor Inslee will address the media at 3 p.m. to announce "modifications" which are expected to go into effect next week.
Cyclist hit by suspected DUI driver on SR 206 has died
The cyclist hit by a suspected DUI driver on State Route 206 last week has died.
What an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program could mean for local businesses
A $660 billion program to help small businesses during the pandemic will likely be extended.
Medical examiner identifies man who died in house fire near Liberty Park
The Spokane County Medical Examiner has identified the 72-year-old man who died in a house fire near Liberty Park early Monday morning.
Meals on Wheels searching for volunteers as its office undergoes construction
Spokane’s Meals on Wheels office is undergoing construction, and the non-profit is in need of some extra helping hands in the meantime.
Moscow's face mask requirement goes into effect Thursday
Anyone in the City of Moscow must wear a face mask and stay six feet away from others. That's the new order from the city's mayor. The mask requirement goes into effect Thursday.
