Sexually violent predator nearly released to Spokane community linked to another local rape
Scott Halvorson, one of the many names this man goes by, is now the suspect in a rape that happened in Spokane in 2004 at Polly Judd Park.
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Struggling to find a COVID test? Health care clinics are swamped by the recent surge.
SPOKANE, Wash. -- As the fifth wave of the coronavirus pandemic takes hold on our region, health care workers are stretched thinner than…
Kootenai Health picks back up monoclonal antibody treatment after brief break
With its resources tapped out, Kootenai Health is doing all it can to prevent more patients from coming in.
North Idaho College puts mask mandate in place ahead of classes starting on Monday
School leaders say they recognize most people don't want to wear a mask but they feel this is the best decision for everyone.
New spinal surgery robot will offer cutting edge care
SPOKANE, Wash. - The surgeons of Providence Spokane Neuroscience Institute are about to take their surgical care up to a whole new level at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, offering…
Taking care of our pets through the heat & agricultural consequences in our region
SPOKANE, Wash. - With a historic heatwave ahead of us, there's a lot to plan for, one thing we don't want to overlook while gearing up is our pets, especially because for them,…
It's easy to get a vaccine now- but some are still holding out
SPOKANE, Wash.- It's now easier than ever to get a vaccine and the summer plans for our families are dependent upon the vaccination numbers going up. Many pharmacies like Walgreens, Albertsons,…
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Sound Off for January 22: What do you think of the Academy Awards backlash?
Actor Will Smith said he will join his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, in boycotting this year's Oscars. The couple is taking a stand over a lack of diversity. None of the 20 acting nominations, for example, went to a person of color for the second year in a row.
Sound Off for January 1st: What's your New Year's resolution?
Want to keep that New Year's resolution? A new report says it might not be so difficult.
Sound Off for December 31st: What do you think were the top stories of 2015?
It's the end of another, and a time for reflection. Here at KXLY 4 we're reflecting on what we think the top stories of 2015 were.
Sound Off for December 30: Spokane City Council proposes comment time restrictions. Thoughts?
The Spokane City Council has filed amendments to change rules regarding how often citizens can participate in the weekly council meeting's open forum.
Sound Off for December 24th: What's your favorite Christmas Eve tradition?
For many families, Christmas Eve has just as many traditions as Christmas Day itself.
Sound Off for December 23rd: Was lunch lady right giving hungry student free meal?
A school lunch lady in Pocatello, Idaho she is out of a job for giving a free meal to a child.
Sound Off for December 17th: Do you find this Christmas card photo offensive?
A Louisiana family is catching major heat for a Christmas photo that was apparently intended to be a joke. It features the female family members with tape over their mouths, the male child giving a thumbs up and the dad holding a photo that says "Peace on Earth."
Sound Off for December 15th: Praying coach files discrimination complaint. Does he have a case?
A Washington state high school assistant football coach who was suspended for praying at midfield after games has filed a discrimination complaint.
Sound Off for December 11th: Which woman would you like to see on the $10 bill?
The country will have to wait a bit longer to find out who will become the first woman on U.S. paper currency in more than a century.
Sound Off for December 4th: Run on concealed carry permits. Do you feel safer?
The mass shooting in San Bernardino sparked a run on concealed carry permits in Spokane County. 50 people applied for permits yesterday and the line was out the door again today.
Sound Off for December 3rd: NY Daily News cover provokes national conversation. What are your thoughts?
New York's Daily News is provoking a national debate with today's cover.
Sound Off for November 30th: Independent investigation launched over Straub complaints. Thoughts?
Spokane's mayor has asked a retired federal judge to investigate the city's handling of complaints made against former police Chief Frank Straub.
Sound Off for November 27th: Plan approved to resettle refugees in Spokane. Thoughts?
Spokane's Human Rights Commission has approved a resolution in support of settling refugees in the city regardless of national origin.
Sound Off for November 26th: What are you thankful for?
No need to get into a war of words with your fellow man on Sound Off today! We don't want any catfights today! We simply ask, what are you thankful for?
