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Idaho man dies in one-car crash in Hayden

UPDATED: Wed., Dec. 2, 2020

A Coeur d’Alene resident died Tuesday night when his car careened into roadside trees in Hayden.

News >  Spokane

Giving Tuesday: Meals on Wheels, Humane Society among Spokane nonprofits seeking support after tough year

UPDATED: Tue., Dec. 1, 2020

It was more than just a toothache.

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How a local nonprofit aims to bring Christmas aid to Malden and Pine City residents after fire

UPDATED: Wed., Dec. 2, 2020

After much of their communities burned to the ground in September, the residents of Malden and Pine City didn’t have a typical list of holiday wishes – they had needs.

City Council pulls from reserves as losses mount at Spokane Intermodal Center

UPDATED: Wed., Dec. 2, 2020

The Intermodal Center continues to be a financial sinkhole for the city of Spokane.

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With reservation, Spokane City Council tentatively approves sales tax to fund affordable housing

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 30, 2020

After last-minute changes that blindsided some of its own members, the Spokane City Council narrowly – and tentatively – approved a new sales tax on Monday.

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Utility rates increasing in city of Spokane

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 30, 2020

The Spokane City Council signed off Monday on a 2.9% increase in the wastewater and sewer fees it charges property owners on Monday, capping off a series of increases in utility rates.

News >  Spokane

Spokane City Council considers new sales tax to fund affordable housing

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 28, 2020

The Spokane City Council will face a choice Monday between more taxes or fewer affordable housing projects in the city.

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Pedestrian hit by vehicle on Thanksgiving dies in Lewiston

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 27, 2020

A man was killed in Lewiston after a car struck him as he crossed the street on Thanksgiving Day.

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Pleased with leases, Spokane mulls retirement of old vehicles

Thu., Nov. 26, 2020

Leasing a new vehicle is stressful.

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When enforcement falls short of expectations, Spokane City Council repeats laws

Thu., Nov. 26, 2020

As its members sought answers to community outcry, the Spokane City Council rewrote or restated existing laws that it believes are not being adequately enforced on a few notable occasions this year.

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Despite pleas to stay home, air travel on the rise

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 25, 2020

As the number of new coronavirus cases reaches record highs, so too has pandemic air travel.

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Grant in hand, city plans to study fluoride

Wed., Nov. 25, 2020

After a bitter battle this summer over fluoridating the city’s water supply, Spokane is preparing to hire a consultant to study the issue.

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‘It’s safe to come out’: Charities adjust Thanksgiving plans during pandemic

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 24, 2020

The Salvation Army had it all planned out.

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How’s my housing? City of Spokane wants feedback from residents

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 24, 2020

Disheartened homebuyers and wearied renters: Spokane residents have two opportunities to weigh in on the city’s housing needs this week.

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Thinking of a last-minute COVID-19 test for Turkey Day? Think again

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 24, 2020

COVID-19 tests are not for healthy people hoping to get the all-clear in advance of a Turkey Day family gathering.

News >  Business

How you can safely save local businesses in Spokane this holiday season

Sun., Nov. 22, 2020

For Genesis Finley, co-owner of Greenacres Vendor Mall in Spokane Valley, this holiday shopping season will be drastically different than prior years.

News >  Local Government

Plans paused for Spokane-area young adult homeless shelter as cities can’t – or won’t – allow it in their borders

Sun., Nov. 22, 2020

Plans for a young adult homeless shelter have stalled after Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward refused to allow it to be located within city limits.

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Northwest native takes helm of city housing, homelessness efforts

Sat., Nov. 21, 2020

Take it from Cupid Alexander, who finished his final day of work for the city of Portland last Thursday and moved to Spokane the same night: The rental market here is tight.

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Woodward outlines city response to new COVID-19 restrictions, emphasizes small business support

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 21, 2020

In light of new COVID-19 restrictions, the city of Spokane is scrambling to save some of its holiday traditions – and start some new ones.

News >  Crime/Public Safety

Pedestrian killed in northwest Spokane collision

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 20, 2020

An man died after he was struck by a vehicle in northwest Spokane on Thursday night.

News >  Local Government

New coalition calls for change in wake of Lutz’s firing

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 19, 2020

A new coalition of activists and community leaders pledged Thursday to harness community outrage over the firing of Spokane County's health officer into coherent action.

News >  Local Government

Spokane launches search for new city administrator

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 19, 2020

Spokane has launched a nationwide search for a new city administrator.

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Spokane leaders call on Congress to act as COVID-19 relief talks stagnate and deadline looms

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 18, 2020

With the coronavirus relief measures Congress passed in March set to expire at the end of the year, Republicans and Democrats are still at loggerheads over a new stimulus package while Americans are on the verge of losing a critical safety net just as COVID-19 numbers swell across the country.

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City to open Cannon Street warming center this week

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 16, 2020

The city’s warming center on Cannon Street is expected to reopen by the end of the week.

News >  Local Government

Spokane will prioritize ‘efficient and effective’ snow response despite budget woes. Here’s how

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 13, 2020

With more people working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, Spokane city officials are reminding residents to make way for snow plows this winter.