Jonathan Brunt

Jonathan Brunt covers Spokane City Hall and local politics. He also contributes to the Spin Control Blog.

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Recent stories by Jonathan

Deal reached on mine discharge

May 19, 2005 in City on Page B3 A mining company agreed Wednesday to tighten environmental standards at a mine in northeastern Washington. The company, Teck Cominco American, negotiated the stronger regulations with the state and three groups …
Man seeks $1 million from Spokane after charges he raped twins dropped

May 18, 2005 in City on Page A1 The man accused in March of raping two adult sisters while impersonating a police officer has filed a $1 million claim against the city of Spokane. All charges against Preston …
Fire experts ”preparing for the worst”

May 16, 2005 in City on Page A6 Wildfires were a big concern for Bill Bealer when he and his wife decided to build a house south of Spokane. When construction was completed last year, the couple moved …
Partner benefits challenged

May 14, 2005 in City on Page B1 Opponents of an ordinance that extends benefits to unmarried partners of city employees filed a referendum petition Friday seeking to overturn the measure. Members of a group called Choice of …
Two bike-car collisions kill man, injure girl

May 12, 2005 in City on Page B1 One man was killed and a teenager injured in separate bike-car collisions this week in Spokane Valley. “Bikes come out with the good weather,” said Spokane Valley police Officer Jesse …
Hundreds get early release

May 6, 2005 in City on Page B2 More than 400 suspected criminals have walked free from the Spokane County Jail this year simply because police and prosecutors failed to file crucial paperwork within three days of the …
Holocaust memorial dedicated

May 6, 2005 in City on Page B3 The Spokane Community Holocaust Memorial, which was dedicated Thursday evening, honors not just the 6 million Jews killed in Nazi concentration camps, but those who lived. “It was important to …
Florida crash ends life of generosity

May 2, 2005 in City on Page A6 Before Steve Heitner died of cancer last year, he and his wife, Kathy, talked about taking a trip to Florida with their kids and grandchildren. After he died, Kathy Heitner …
Orthodox prepare for Easter

April 30, 2005 in City on Page B1 Late tonight, worshippers of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church will celebrate the holiest moment in Christianity, the resurrection of Jesus. “The faith is not just a religion. It’s a reflection …
Police arrest four in series of robberies

April 29, 2005 in City on Page B1 Police apprehended four people Thursday whom they believe are responsible for a series of violent robberies of homes in Spokane and Kootenai counties. “The community is significantly safer than it …
Shooting victim dies from wounds

April 29, 2005 in City on Page B1 The teenager shot Wednesday in a north Spokane alley has died. Police have not identified the teen, but neighbors said he was Frank Silva, a former student at Holmes Elementary …
Teenager clings to life after shooting

April 28, 2005 in City on Page B1 A teenager was clinging to life Wednesday night after he was shot in broad daylight Wednesday in a north Spokane neighborhood. The victim, who was not identified by police, was …
Workers get help off tall building

April 27, 2005 in City on Page B3 Hanging outside one of Spokane’s tallest buildings wasn’t scary, just boring, said two workers who spent much of Tuesday afternoon contemplating how to make it to the roof after an …
Third worker accused of theft from casino

April 20, 2005 in City on Page B3 A third North Side casino employee in less than two weeks has been arrested on charges of stealing money from the business. More than $235,000 has been stolen from Classic …
Stabbing suspect says he”s sorry, felt threatened

April 19, 2005 in City on Page B2 A Spokane man charged with attempted first-degree murder said Monday that he felt threatened when he stabbed another man who is now hospitalized. “I am sorry for what I did. …
Teen arrested over alleged threat

April 17, 2005 in City on Page B3 A former Ferris High School student is under arrest after allegedly threatening to go to the school and kill people if his friend, who was arrested last month in connection …
Car crashes into north Spokane bank

April 17, 2005 in City on Page B2 A north Spokane bank briefly turned into a car showroom Saturday afternoon, when a wayward Honda Civic smashed through the front wall and came to rest in the midst of …
Grant writer charged with theft

April 16, 2005 in City on Page B1 A Colbert man who works as a professional grant writer is facing charges that he stole thousands of dollars from a nonprofit organization that hired him to raise money. Samuel …
All that studying finally paying off

April 15, 2005 in City on Page B1 The Spokane Scholars Foundation gave out more money Thursday evening than Bob Barker on an average episode of “The Price is Right.” But there was no screaming, jumping up and …
Former CEDU employees seek lost wages

April 14, 2005 in City on Page B1 A lawsuit filed in federal court Wednesday alleges that hundreds of former CEDU Educational Services employees are owed health care and 60 days of wages. CEDU, which operated schools for …