Megan Howard

Current Position: Intern reporter

Megan is a summer intern at The Spokesman-Review for 2026. She graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in journalism. In the past she's interned with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and was a managing editor of the student newspaper The Independent Florida Alligator.

Email: meganh@spokesman.com
Phone: (509) 459-5401

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News > Crime/Public Safety

Garred Road fire forces families to evacuate from state parks

UPDATED: Tue., June 23, 2026

Kelly Brunell and her family were on a bike ride Monday in Sun Lakes State Park when their three phones blared with an alert that the park was under immediate evacuation from a fire.

News > Education

Spokane, Spokane Public Schools to pilot affordable childcare program this fall

UPDATED: Tue., June 23, 2026

More affordable childcare options for children up to 3 years old are coming to Spokane this fall.

News > Idaho

Gold Run fire in North Idaho is 75% contained

UPDATED: Sun., June 21, 2026

The Gold Run fire in Shoshone County, Idaho, reached 75% containment.

News > Weather

Upriver fire reaches 75% containment; evacuation level downgraded

UPDATED: Sun., June 21, 2026

The Upriver fire that broke out on Tuesday, burning 14 homes and killing one person, is 75% contained.

News > Local business

First independent bookstore in Liberty Lake to open Saturday

Tue., June 16, 2026

Nathan and Stephanie Hansen each read 60 to 100 books every year.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Gas theft thwarted by explosion in Spokane Valley

UPDATED: Tue., June 16, 2026

The Spokane Valley Police Department is asking for help identifying a man whose car exploded at an Exxon gas pump while he was attempting to steal gas.

News > Weather

National Weather Service issues first red flag warning of the year for Spokane

UPDATED: Mon., June 15, 2026

Spokane and nearby areas will be under the first red flag warning of the year on Tuesday.

News

Twin Sisters fire in Walla Walla County grows to over 3,600 acres

UPDATED: Sun., June 14, 2026

State assistance was called out Sunday morning to Walla Walla County to help fight a blaze near U.S. Highway 730 that grew to more than 3,600 acres by late afternoon, according to an update from the National Interagency Fire Center.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Lewiston Police Department to investigate Clearwater County fatal officer-involved shooting

UPDATED: Sun., June 14, 2026

The Lewiston Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting Friday in Clearwater County, Idaho, involving a deputy, according to a news release from the department.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Community gathers at vigil to support family of Spokane mother of two killed one week ago

UPDATED: Sun., June 14, 2026

Rachel Ballinger was “spicy.”

Sports > Gonzaga athletics

What does a longer season mean for Division I soccer?

Sun., June 14, 2026

Morning practice. Class. Afternoon practice. Homework. Travel. Soccer game.

News > Features

Rizzlers, Lightning and Cobras: Reflections on the last day of Spokane youth soccer

UPDATED: Sat., June 13, 2026

As seven boys between 8 years-old and 10 ran across a makeshift soccer field, parents crowded the sidelines, shouting words of encouragement at their young soccer stars.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Authorities investigating suspicious north Spokane house fire that displaced 4

UPDATED: Tue., June 9, 2026

A fire in north Spokane that investigators suspect was set intentionally damaged two homes and displaced four people early Tuesday.

News > Features

Mandolins, accordions and guitars line Spokane city streets for Street Music Week

UPDATED: Tue., June 9, 2026

Sisters Neilia and Ivy Eyer have been making music since they were old enough to stand. With a mandolin and an accordion in hand, the two teenagers performed folk songs Monday on Main Avenue to kick off Second Harvest’s 24th annual Street Music Week.

News > Crime/Public Safety

19-year-old injured in Spokane Valley hit-and-run collision

UPDATED: Sun., June 7, 2026

A hit-and-run car crash Saturday night in Spokane Valley injured a 19-year-old Clarkston, Washington, man.

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Thousands attend 20th annual Lilac City Comicon to revel in ‘nerd culture community’

UPDATED: Mon., June 8, 2026

Rachel Boss’ cosplay started with a simple trench coat.

News > Pacific NW

Pride festivities around the Inland Northwest

UPDATED: Fri., June 5, 2026

Spokane and surrounding cities will be embracing a rainbow of colors this June to celebrate Pride Month. From parades and festivals to open mic nights and themed markets, there is an event for anyone looking to show camaraderie and support.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Man sentenced to 50 years for femicide in Mexico

UPDATED: Fri., June 5, 2026

A Mexico judge sentenced the boyfriend of Sativa Transue to 50 years in prison for her 2021 murder in the resort city of Cancun.

News > K-12 education

Westview Elementary, Shadle Park high students collaborate on Garland District mural

UPDATED: Tue., June 2, 2026

In an alley marked with colorful graffiti off Post Street and Garland Avenue, students gathered with paint rollers and donuts as they worked together to create a mural.

News > Local business

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar plans to find new location for South Hill

UPDATED: Tue., June 2, 2026

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar announced last week that the restaruant’s South Hill location will close after 20 years.

News > Local business

Adventure park Flight 509 will close, a bummer for some Spokane Valley kids – and parents

UPDATED: Fri., May 29, 2026

A Spokane Valley adventure park that had a loyal following of parents will close June 13.

News > Crime/Public Safety

Suspect arrested in Spokane Valley motel fire

UPDATED: Wed., May 27, 2026

A man accused of setting fire to his motel room was arrested Sunday in Spokane Valley.

News > Crime/Public Safety

2 defendants accused of conspiracy take stand in Spokane ICE protest trial

UPDATED: Wed., May 27, 2026

On the sixth day of the trial of three people arrested after an immigration enforcement protest last year, a phrase from defendant Jac Archer was repeated by three witnesses: “If you can’t take a punch without throwing one, leave the line.”

News > Local business

‘I think it’s gonna be hit and miss:’ How consumers, local businesses fare during Memorial Day mattress sales

Sat., May 23, 2026

Weekend camping trips on the water , hot dogs on the porch and large holiday discounts mark Memorial Day weekend.

News > Local business

Spokane’s professional women’s soccer ended with no explanation

UPDATED: Sun., May 24, 2026

The ownership of Spokane's professional soccer teams abruptly dissolved the Zephyr, the women's team, as it struggled to meet payment deadlines and attendance fell.

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