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The Spokane City Council is launching a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support local programs Zilch and Bite2Go, which address food insecurity for children and families. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized the importance of this initiative in promoting dignity and stability for those in need. Donations of non-perishable food and financial contributions can be made at City Hall.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags to half-staff at all City facilities following the death of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The gesture aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive for state and U.S. flags to be lowered in her memory. Spokane expresses its heartfelt condolences to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to half-staff following Governor Bob Ferguson's directive in memory of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The City of Spokane expressed condolences to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues. Flags will remain lowered until the end of the business day.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training program aimed at enhancing communication skills for law enforcement. This evidence-based course included training scenarios, de-escalation techniques, and discussions with community activists. Multiple agencies from the Spokane area participated in the training.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong training event for Dialogue Policing, designed to enhance communication skills for law enforcement during large gatherings. The program included insights from community activists and focused on de-escalation techniques and crowd psychology. Attending officers participated in training scenarios to solidify their understanding before certification.
Spokane City Council and city employees will host a community food drive and fundraiser from October 15 to December 15 to aid Zilch and Bite2Go programs. The initiative aims to combat food insecurity, particularly among local children, as 1 in 5 faces hunger daily. Council Members emphasize the importance of community involvement to ensure no child goes hungry.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, following Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. This gesture reflects the community's grief over Bass's passing.
The Spokane City Council and City Employees will conduct a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support Zilch and Bite2Go programs. These initiatives aim to combat food insecurity by providing food to local pantries and ensuring Spokane students have nutritious weekend meals. Residents can donate non-perishable items or contribute financially through a QR code.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in memory of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed on September 27. This action aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive for state and U.S. flags at state agency facilities. The City of Spokane extends its condolences to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department conducted a weeklong training on Dialogue Policing, designed to enhance communication skills for law enforcement during large gatherings. The program included sessions with community activists and focused on de-escalation techniques and crowd psychology. Officers participated in training scenarios to solidify their understanding and skills.