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Man who lost his sight in 2017 shooting reflects on how he learned to accept his blindness and sympathize with his attacker

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 30, 2021

Michael Troy still does not remember the day nearly four years ago when two bullets struck his head and rendered him permanently sightless. What he does know is he could not have moved on without the help of his community.

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Man accused of tipping East Valley school bus Monday may face assault charges

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 30, 2021

Ryan Zumwult parked his white BMW in the parking lot of his business before starting work for the day. Hours later, he realized it was no longer there and reported it stolen around 7 a.m. Nov. 22.

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Motorcyclist dies Monday evening in single-vehicle collision

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 29, 2021

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Court documents: Man shot at two strangers in the parking lot of Marando’s on Sunday

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 30, 2021

Two men who were shot early Sunday in the parking lot of a Spokane Valley restaurant told investigators they were randomly targeted by a stranger who fired at their moving car, according to court documents.

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Man accused of killing man at Spokane Valley party faces murder, assault charges

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 30, 2021

A man who police say shot and killed a man at a party Friday in Spokane Valley faces a $1 million bond on charges of murder and assault.

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First night of Hanukkah honored at Riverfront Park in menorah-lighting ceremony

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 28, 2021

A parade of cars greeted dozens of people at Riverfront Park on Sunday evening, the vehicles donned with sparkling menorahs as they arrived to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah in Chabad of Spokane's giant menorah-lighting ceremony.

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Shooting in Spokane Valley early Sunday leaves two injured, one suspect arrested

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 28, 2021

Around 2 a.m. Sunday, deputies responded to calls of shots fired at the Marandos Bar & Restaurant on East Sprague Avenue, according to a news release from the Spokane County Sheriff's Office.

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Spokane shatters yet another temperature record as Sunday reaches 56 degrees

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 28, 2021

Spokane's abnormally warm year continued Sunday when the airport reported temperatures of 56 degrees, setting an unofficial new record high for Nov. 28 that has not been touched since 1883. 

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What could you eat 500 years ago in the Pacific Northwest?

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 25, 2021

Today it’s all about Cosmic Crisp apples, winter wheat and wine grapes, but 400 years ago Washington state’s food environment looked a lot different.

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Spokane Valley man charged with 18th DUI

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 23, 2021

A man was arrested and charged with his 18th DUI violation after a vehicle he was allegedly driving was observed swerving into residential yards the night of Nov. 9, court documents say.

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Man charged in connection with October fatal shooting, robbery pleads not guilty

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 23, 2021

A man arrested in connection with the fatal October shooting of Allyson R. Davis pleaded not guilty Tuesday morning in Spokane County Superior Court.

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With a slightly tweaked menu, Tom’s Turkey Drive delivers 11,000 meals ahead of Thanksgiving holiday

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 23, 2021

Second Harvest offered the basics: at least 10 pounds of turkey, an 8-pound honey-baked ham, croutons, Washington-grown apples, milk and olives.

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Old World Christmas outlet designs thousands of handmade glass ornaments seen in stores across the country

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 21, 2021

Old World Christmas opened more than 40 years ago after husband and wife artist duo Tim and Beth Merck decided to close their antique store to focus on making more ornaments. The idea gained immediate success in Spokane.

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Myths your mom told you, debunked

Wed., Nov. 17, 2021

The Northwest has had its share of odd myths and wisdom dispensed from well-meaning parents. While some are based in reality, other, more questionable pieces of advice were passed along to kids, such as the dangers of swallowing gum or seeds.

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Food banks manage growing need despite supply chain issues, cost inflation

Tue., Nov. 16, 2021

Food banks have tough choices to make as a national supply chain shortage and rising costs have stretched resources in Spokane.

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Woman sent to hospital after being struck by car on Sunset Boulevard

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 15, 2021

A woman was sent to the hospital after a car struck her as she was crossing Sunset Boulevard on Monday evening.

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Man pleads guilty to third-degree assault of law enforcement officer from 2020 incident at Northern Quest

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 15, 2021

A man will spend 54 days in jail and a year on probation after pleading guilty earlier this month to third-degree assault for driving his car toward a police officer in June 2020, according to court documents.

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Tens of thousands lose power as windstorm hits Spokane and Inland Northwest

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 16, 2021

A windstorm roared into the Spokane region Monday afternoon, snapping branches, toppling trees and knocking out power to about 40,000 homes and businesses at its peak.

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Spokane Public Library to reopen Monday after ‘concerning threats’ caused weekend closure

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 14, 2021

Library security will have "heightened awareness" this week after threatening social media posts were shared early Saturday morning on Twitter, said library spokesperson Amanda Donovan. 

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House across from Rogers High School catches fire

UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 14, 2021

Crews arrived in three minutes and contained the fire to the home's walls and attic dormer, the news release said. Everyone in the home was safely evacuated and the fire did not damage any other areas.

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Medical Lake teen suspected of building bombs in bedroom with plans to bring devices to school

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 8, 2021

Sheriff’s deputies suspect a 16-year-old student in Medical Lake built pipe bombs in the student’s own bedroom and wanted to “test it out at school,” according to a search warrant .

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University High School student accused of threatening to kill another student

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 8, 2021

A Spokane Valley high school student has been accused of threatening the life of a 16-year-old student multiple times through intimidating social media posts and direct threats of gun violence.

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‘Wintry mix’ of weather expected Tuesday in Spokane region

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 8, 2021

Snow is expected to coat mountain passes near Spokane and perhaps appear at lower elevations Tuesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Spokane.

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Spokane-area craft shows kick off holiday season with artisan-made trinkets, decor

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 8, 2021

The advent of the holiday season means the return of craft fairs, which had been put on hold during the pandemic. Events at Central Valley and Shadle Park high schools this weekend kicked off the annual tradition. 

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ATF agent shot during operation at Motel 6 in West Spokane

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 6, 2021

An ATF agent was shot Friday during an operation at the Motel 6 parking lot off the Sunset Highway west of downtown Spokane.