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Pentagon told witness not to testify in impeachment inquiry
A Defense Department official who testified in the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump did so even though the department instructed her not to cooperate.
Man who shot son-in-law near Colville pleads guilty to manslaughter, gets 7 years in prison
James C. Gates shot and killed 51-year-old Mark Leland in December 2018. Leland had been married to Gates’ daughter, Michele, who killed two children while she was a juvenile in Portland in 1978 and 1980.
Spokane police officer under investigation for possible sex crime
Sgt. Terry Preuninger, a police spokesman, said the department learned of the allegation on Wednesday and asked the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office to investigate.
‘What you did saved his life’: Spokane trash collectors aid motorcyclist who lost leg in crash
Parker Milford, 34, credits the quick thinking of city workers for saving his life after he was struck riding his motorcycle in north Spokane on Oct. 9. Daniel Herbers and Craig Gilbert quickly blocked traffic and applied tourniquets that likely saved Milford’s life.
Feds target Lockheed Martin ‘scheme’ to boost profits from Hanford contract
A team of attorneys representing Lockheed Martin Corp. asked a federal judge in Spokane this week to dismiss civil allegations that company officials misled the U.S. Department of Energy into a contract at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation that improperly netted the private contractor tens of millions of dollars in taxpayer-funded profit.
100 years ago in Spokane: Police chief warns Halloween pranksters against soaping
Soaping or greasing the tracks had long been a popular prank, because it caused streetcars to lose traction and stall. However, it was also dangerous because the streetcars could slide out of control.
Stuckart backs warming center plan, while Woodward questions city’s planning
In a city election cycle that has featured homelessness as its central issue, the impact on voters of Spokane’s latest plan to address homelessness remains to be seen, as ballots have already landed in mailboxes and will be counted in less than two weeks.
Former Guild School executive director awarded Sister Peter Claver Humanitarian Award
Dick Boysen, the former executive director of the Spokane Guilds’ School, now called Joya Child and Family Development, was recently given the 2019 Sister Peter Claver Humanitarian Award by Providence Health Care.
Woman teams with Morning Star Baptist Church to bring ‘gathering place’ for seniors
A north Spokane woman has teamed up with Morning Star Baptist Church to offer a weekly gathering place for seniors who want to stop by for a cup of coffee, a doughnut, community and some conversation. Karen Kearney said she wanted to create a gathering place because northwest Spokane doesn’t have a senior center or other place where seniors can meet. She said she sees seniors sitting in grocery stores, having coffee alone.
Education Notebook: STCU awards $27,000 in grants to area teachers
Spokane Teachers Credit Union continues its tradition of honoring local educators this year by awarding over $27,000 in grants. So far, 80 lucky teachers have been drawn at random to receive a $250 grant to be spent on any classroom need. Another 28 winners will be drawn in early November. These awards are available to 23 public school districts in Eastern Washington, representing over 6,500 educators and school staffers. The following winners are listed alphabetically by school district.
Altamont Street railroad underpass near Main Avenue closed after damage
The North Altamont Street railroad underpass near East Main Avenue closed Wednesday for repairs. A semi-truck inflicted significant damage on the bridge when it struck it, the city said. The bridge is closed while Union Pacific makes the necessary repairs.
Health district confirms 47 cases of hepatitis A in Spokane County
The Spokane Regional Health District has confirmed 47 cases of hepatitis A in Spokane County.
Pulitzer finalist to discuss how technology is ‘geared toward keeping us distracted’
Nearly a decade ago, Nicholas Carr published “The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains,” which offered a deep look at how digital technology impacts the brain. The book was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, but it wasn’t the final word on a constantly changing subject.
Spokane police arrest man suspected of kidnapping Idaho teen
Bradley D. Walters, 20, is suspected in the kidnapping of a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing last week.
Feature Creature: Kono
Kono is a beautiful black and white female with a lot of energy. She would love a family who would take her on runs and hikes. She does great on a leash and knows sit and lay-down commands. She could use a little more work so she doesn’t get excited and jump up. She is treat motivated.
Sombody needs you
The goal of Somebody Needs You is to match donors with the specific requests of needy Spokane residents. The list of requests is coordinated by the Volunteers of America in cooperation with recognized social service agencies in Spokane. If you have an item to donate, please contact the social service agency directly. Donors who can deliver items are especially appreciated. If someone you know needs help, contact a local social service agency provider.
Spokane police arrest suspect in Wednesday shooting that injured man
Spokane police arrested a suspect in a Wednesday morning shooting that left one man with non-life threatening injuries.
Man killed in Medical Lake crash identified
The man who died in single car crash Tuesday night near Medical Lake has been identified as 55-year-old Clay Randall.
Amazon posts two job listings for West Plains fulfillment center
Amazon is beginning to hire employees for its proposed fulfillment center on the West Plains, with two new job listings posted to the company’s website.
Spokane plans to manage its own emergencies, drop out of county agreement
The city of Spokane will launch a new, independent office of emergency management next year, leaving Spokane County and many of the smaller area governments to manage – and pay for managing – emergencies on their own.