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Voters to again decide whether to invest WA Cares funds in the stock market
Washington voters bucked an attempt last year to let folks opt out of the state’s new program providing long-term care benefits to residents.
Candidates and capsaicin: Spokane City Council runners campaign over hot wings and habaneros
As the Nov. 4 election date grows closer, Spokane city council candidates got hot and bothered Sunday night, chowing down on fiery chicken wings and answering some of the “spiciest” questions about their campaigns.
Cheney City Council candidates debate several important vacant positions in city government
The August primary turned up surprising results in the Cheney City Council race for Position 4, with only three votes separating the top two candidates.
Daryl Williams drops out of race for Spokane Valley City Council
Spokane Valley City Councilman Ben Wick’s opponent in the November election told supporters last week that he’s dropping his challenge for the position.
Liberty Lake asks residents if they want a new library. But the vote isn’t binding
Liberty Lake residents will have a chance to offer their city council some advice on the November ballot on the future of its library.
Kelly, Pockell take different positions on policing, housing in Spokane Valley council race
The candidates to replace longtime Spokane Valley City Councilman Rod Higgins have different takes on how the city should grow and how to keep it safe.
Judicial race reflects city’s broader fight over homelessness, public safety, accountability
A typically sleepy Spokane Municipal Court judge election has become a heated microcosm for the debate that has consumed city politics for years now: What should be done about downtown homelessness, and does the system provide enough “accountability” for those who commit low-level crimes?
Turnover among election officials reaches new high, report finds
Election officials turned over at the highest rate in at least a quarter century during the last presidential election, according to new research from the Bipartisan Policy Center.
A pool for the people: Spokane parks and schools highlight project possible with voter support
Free swim lessons for every Spokane second-grader; a space for high school swim teams to practice year-round; more capacity to teach special needs kids the skills that may one day save their life; a place for the public to swim in the middle of winter without paying some club’s monthly fees.
Spin Control: Aquifer Protection Area renewal won big, even without a Wally the Otter
Aquifer Protection Area renewed for another 20 years.
Long a tax-wary locale, Spokane Valley will now have higher taxes to boost policing
Two conservative issues – policing and low taxes – went head to head on Tuesday in Spokane Valley. Some are surprised at the one that came out on top.
Incumbent, familiar candidates advance to general election in two Spokane Valley City Council races
Initial results in the only two Spokane Valley City Council races on the primary ballot this year indicate more than a few familiar faces will advance to the general election this November.
Incumbent and retired teacher challenger advance in Central Valley School Board primary
The chairman of the Spokane County Republican Party on Tuesday lost his bid to join the Central Valley School Board.
Zappone will face Savage for Spokane City Council seat in November election
The fourth time was the charm for delivery driver Christopher Savage, who along with incumbent Spokane City Councilman Zack Zappone will advance to the November election for a city council seat representing northwest Spokane.
Spokane voters agree to aquifer protection tax
Spokane city residents agreed Tuesday to start paying a $15-a-year tax aimed at maintaining clean drinking water.
Sales tax increase for policing passes in Spokane Valley
Spokane Valley residents on Tuesday agreed to boost sales taxes to boost its police force.
Voters decide tax asks Tuesday and who advances in a number of local elections
Tuesday is the last chance for Washington voters to help winnow candidates in local elections.
Conservative Spokane council candidates attack liberal majority at church’s candidate forum
Voters got a better look Tuesday at some of the conservatives running for Spokane City Council at a forum hosted by Calvary Spokane, where they were asked about a wide range of topics, including the church’s role in politics and whether buses are worthy public investments.
Four experienced candidates are vying to be the sole guaranteed new face on Spokane Valley City Council
Incumbent Rod Higgins, the longest-serving member of the council, opted not to run for reelection to Position 1 earlier this year due to his age and a desire to get fresh perspectives and voices on the council.
Three vie for commission position in Spokane County Fire District 3
Voters in southwestern Spokane County will choose among three candidates with a wide variety of experience for a seat on the commission overseeing Spokane County’s largest fire district.