Downtown Spokane stadium gains more support
The Downtown Spokane Partnership and United Soccer League are moving forward with plans to bring a new stadium to the area.
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Local tourism did much better than larger cities in Washington
Tourism's been hit hard. Fewer people traveling means less business for hotels, but new data shows Spokane is faring much better compared to larger cities such as Seattle and Portland.
Providence opens more than 1,000 vaccine appointments for upcoming clinics
Providence Medical Group has opened up more than 1,000 appointments for its upcoming vaccine clinics.
5,000th Washingtonian has died from COVID-19, Gov. Inslee announces
Gov. Inslee announced Tuesday that the 5,000th person in Washington has died from COVID-19.
Providence vaccine clinic helps speed up vaccinations in Spokane
Today, we were at vaccine clinic run by Providence Health where 1,500 people in Spokane are getting their first dose this week. Every appointment and clinic like that gets Washington closer to the goal of 45,000 shots per day.
WA Senate passes a bill prohibiting price gouging during states of emergency
The Washington State Senate passed a bill prohibiting price gouging during a state of emergency. Now the bill heads to the House for consideration.
Idaho bill axing COVID-19 from emergency list passes House
The Idaho House has passed legislation to define how severe an epidemic must be before it can qualify as a disaster. Under the measure, the coronavirus pandemic wouldn’t meet the criteria.
Zag alumni Hachimura, Clarke on the roster for NBA Rising Stars Game
Gonzaga basketball alumni Rui Hachimura and Brandon Clarke are on the roster for the NBA Rising Stars Game.
Report: Spokane Police use force on Blacks, Native Americans at disproportionate rate
Spokane Police use force against Black and Native American arrestees more than other populations. The information was released in a comprehensive report Wednesday that tracks racial disparities in policing.
Animals impacted by winter storm in Texas to find new homes in Spokane
Weeks after the winter storm in Texas, some shelters and rescues here in Spokane are taking in animals that have been impacted.
Man pleads not guilty to defacing Spokane synagogue
The man accused of vandalizing a Spokane Jewish temple pleaded not guilty in court Tuesday.
Gov. Inslee signs graduation waiver measure
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has signed a measure that would waive some graduation requirements for individual students during a state of emergency, like the current coronavirus pandemic. Inslee signed the bill Tuesday. The Senate passed the…
WSU launches fundraising challenge to pay for two new athletic buildings
The Washington State Cougar Athletic Program has big goals to build two new buildings.
Snoqualmie Pass reopens following avalanche control work
Snoqualmie Pass has reopened after WSDOT crews finished avalanche control work.
Local educators hope getting vaccinated will ease back-to-school uncertainty for students, parents
Governor Jay Inslee announced the state’s educators and child care specialists are now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday. Those educators say it was the news they’ve been waiting for.
Coeur d'Alene Police working to combat spike in crime near downtown bars
The City of Coeur d'Alene is trying to figure out how to get control of alcohol-fueled trouble in the city's bar district.
Spokane County golf courses are preparing to reopen
Spokane County golf courses are preparing to open for the season with COVID-19 guidelines in place.
Vision for a downtown Spokane sports stadium is still alive
It's a subject many Spokane residents are familiar with at this point. A downtown stadium project has been unveiled once again.
Spokane to use sewage system to look for COVID-19
Spokane County has a new tool in the fight against COVID-19, and it comes from an unexpected place.
Trial begins for teenager accused of Fourth of July shooting in Coeur d'Alene
It’s a trial the Coeur d’Alene community has waited nearly two years for.
Washington educators and child care workers can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine
Washington’s educators and licensed child care workers can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine, Gov. Inslee announced Tuesday, in response to President Joe Biden’s directive that those people be prioritized in vaccine rollout, effective immediately.
Idahoans under age 65 can get vaccinated starting March 15
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare just announced the state will be speeding up the vaccine distribution process. Those who are next on the list will now be able to get vaccinated in less than two weeks.
Northeast Youth Center celebrates 50 years helping Spokane kids; here's how to help them celebrate another 50
When students were yanked out of schools and told to learn from home, it wasn't easy for some parents -- for others, it was impossible.
Deputies need help identifying man who shot person and stole their car
The Sheriff's Office needs help identifying a man who reportedly shot someone and stole their car in the Black Angus Steakhouse parking lot Saturday night.
