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With the first day of this summer’s heat wave in Spokane’s rearview mirror, meteorologists predict the coming days may be slightly warmer than previously forecast, and local organizations are bracing to help the area’s most vulnerable groups stay safe.

WASHINGTON – Rep. Adam Smith on Monday called for President Joe Biden to end his re-election bid, becoming the first Washington state member of Congress to join a small but growing number of Democrats publicly advocating for their party to choose a different standard bearer in the wake of a debate performance that raised questions about Biden’s fitness to serve another term in office.

AP exam scores are upon us and here are some of the potential paths to pick including dedication to AP classes, studying via running start, or attending NEWtech.

Pyrotechnics used during an Odesza concert at the Gorge Amphitheatre started a brush fire during the show Saturday night.

If weather patterns go as expected, Spokane’s upcoming heat wave will break records.

A teenager was killed in a possible drive-by shooting in North Central early Sunday morning, according to Spokane police.

For the first time in 24 years, Washington State’s insurance commissioner will not seek re-election, leaving the statewide race to take his place incumbent-free.

For nearly a decade, Rep. Dan Newhouse has represented Washington’s deepest-red congressional district, earning a reputation as a pragmatic conservative focused on agriculture and other issues that affect central Washington.

North Central High School Junior Cyrus Crider woke up on a school day last school year, imagining school friends and the warm faces of the teachers who made them feel seen and loved by urging Crider to come to school.

To make up its budget shortfall, a North Idaho school district is asking for donations.

Impact of a women name Sally Shepard, who is a massive horse lady. Her life's story and how she's changed lives and what's special about her technique. 

In the 17th century, the first English colonists came to the New World. Over time, we see their motivations in settling evolve, and form the basis for a distinctly American mindset. 

As Expo ’74 50th Anniversary official celebrations wrap up this week, some are looking forward to the next world’s fair, coming to Osaka, Japan, in 2025.

It's a fire tax story, what more do you want me to say? 

Weather-wise, June went out with a bang.

While physicians have been discussing anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors with their patients particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increased call to focus on how often a patient interacts with others. 

The rain seems to have a knack for attending some of Spokane’s signature events: first soaking the Bloomsday race in May and now pouring on the thousands gathered at the final day of Hoopfest.

Spokesman-Review intern Laura Sheikh is rarely blunt, but when speaking about her interests, she is concise: “many hobbies, no passions.”

A mixed overview of Marton Mezei's life in a family setting as well as school/education.