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Spokane protesters stop burning of flag during demonstration downtown on Sunday
Twice a small band of protesters attempted to light an American flag on fire during demonstrations against police brutality on Sunday in downtown Spokane. And twice fellow demonstrators stamped out the flames.
Watery end for statue of slave trader in UK city of Bristol
Anti-racism protesters in southwestern England have pulled down the statue of a slave trader and then dumped it into a harbor
Less police force as peaceful protests push reform; Romney marches in D.C.
A day after thousands of people filled the streets of Washington and other cities to demand action against police brutality and systemic racism, local and national figures on Sunday moved to further de-escalate tensions, with President Donald Trump pulling back the National Guard and more cities – including New York, Philadelphia and Chicago – lifting curfews.
Driver struck and killed by stolen car Saturday night in Spokane Valley, Sheriff’s Office says
The crash occurred at the intersection of Sprague Avenue and Park Road just after 9:30 p.m. Saturday.
When protesters cry ‘defund the police,’ what does it mean?
Protesters are making the demand, “defund the police,” as they show their anger at the police custody death of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by police officers.
Biden vows police reform after sealing Democratic nomination to challenge Trump
When Joe Biden announced he was running for president, he framed his campaign as “a battle for the soul of this nation,” saying President Trump threatened its core values by condoning the racism of torch-carrying neo-Nazis who marched in 2017 through Charlottesville, Va. The former vice president, who has captured the 1,991 delegates he needed to formally win the Democratic nomination, returned to the theme of racial discord Saturday as thousands protested the killing of George Floyd, an African American man who died last month after a white Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for almost nine minutes.
High winds, rain as tropical storm makes Louisiana landfall
Tropical Storm Cristobal spans hundreds of miles across the Gulf Coast
Faith and Values: A Buddhist response to the coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus is a powerful teacher about life, death, change, compassion and resilience. In general, I think Buddhists recognize how the present times call us to strengthen our spiritual practice and deepen our refuge in Buddha and his teachings.
10 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Spokane County on Sunday
Ten new COVID-19 cases in Spokane County were announced on Sunday, the smallest increase in a week.
Thousands of protesters gather in downtown Spokane for Sunday demonstrations against police brutality
A crowd several thousand strong once again began marching from Riverfront Park across the Monroe Street Bridge on Sunday afternoon. Speakers called for acknowledgment of police brutality against Black people, and there were some calls to defund the city’s police department.
Yoga at Riverfront Park sets intention for afternoon protests
Yoga mats dotted the grass in front of the Red Wagon Sunday morning. Some had Black Lives Matter signs stuck in the dirt next to them as they did sun salutations.
Want to help Spokane’s food bank? Street Music Week starts online on Monday.
Street Music Week, an annual fundraising event for Spokane food bank Second Harvest, will be held virtually this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
A class of their own: Graduates of 2020 face unprecedented time with poise and hope
Because of COVID-19, the graduating class of 2020 has faced obstacles unlike any other, and they have proven that they were up to the task. From online classes to drive-thru or virtual commencement ceremonies, the high school and college graduates have accomplished something that should make Spokane proud. Through their resiliency and flexibility, they have not only made it to this milestone, they have thrived. Since everything is different, The Spokesman-Review decided it would do things differently, as well. Alongside the profiles of remarkable high school seniors in our area, we have included our college graduates. We hope you will join us in celebrating their accomplishments and perseverance during these difficult times.
NIC graduate went from isolation to community
With help from friends and mentors at North Idaho College, Nicolas Espinoza went from feeling like an outcast to a student leader and graduate.
SFCC grad Kevin Robinson pursues degree after travel experience changes him
After traveling to the Balkans and witnessing a man dying on the sidewalk, Kevin Robinson shifted his focus to fighting global climate change, and his journey has only just begun after graduating from Spokane Falls Community College. Even before taking on the position as student body President, his peer said Robinson has been a leader on campus, spearheading the effort to establish the Environmental Club.
Idaho grad Holly Terrill witnesses life change in an instant
To Holly Terrill, it’s kind of funny to think that three months ago, she was spending nights out with friends at Buffalo Wild Wings.
Ferris’ Caviness charts her course
Halle Caviness is graduating with the Ferris High School Class of 2020
Four years after arriving from Iran, Shayan Shahrabadi has overcome limitless challenges
Shayan Shahrabadi is graduating with the Lewis and Clark High School class of 2020
Athlete pursues sports medicine: Working with trainer launches Post Falls grad’s career plans
Kennedy LaFountaine is graduating with the Post Falls High School class of 2020
Spokane County is eligible to apply for next reopening phase this week, but as cases surge, that’s highly unlikely
With more than 700 confirmed cases of COVID-19, Spokane County residents should not expect to move to Phase 3 anytime soon.