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A false report of a shooting created chaos during the July 4th celebration at Riverfront Park, but no shots were fired. Officers quickly determined there was no active threat and sent a reverse 911 text to assure the public. The event resumed without further incident.
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to boost affordable housing development in Spokane, targeting the creation of 22,359 new units by 2046. Key initiatives include establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and a permit fee deferral program for income-restricted units.
An altercation in Riverfront Park on July 4th sparked false rumors of an active shooter, causing chaos among attendees. Officers found no evidence of a shooting or any victims, and a reverse 911 alert later confirmed public safety. The celebration resumed without further incidents.
Mayor Lisa Brown introduced new proposals to boost affordable housing development in Spokane, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The initiatives aim to reduce barriers for developers and create over 22,000 new housing units by 2046.
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane. The initiative aims to remove barriers for developers and includes measures such as the HEART Fund and a permit fee deferral program to stimulate the construction of income-restricted housing.
A false report of an active shooter caused chaos during the 4th of July celebration at Riverfront Park in Spokane. Police confirmed no shots were fired, and no victims came forward following an initial altercation. The situation escalated when a loudspeaker announcement advised attendees to take cover, prompting a mass evacuation.
A false report of an active shooter caused chaos at Riverfront Park during the July 4th celebration. Officers found no evidence of a shooting and later confirmed public safety was not at risk. The event resumed after a reverse 911 alert reassured attendees.
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, aiming for 22,359 new units by 2046. The plan includes establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and deferring permit fees for income-restricted housing projects. These measures seek to reduce barriers and support housing stability in the community.
A chaotic scene erupted at Riverfront Park on July 4th when rumors of an active shooter spread following an altercation near the clocktower. Officers quickly responded and found no evidence of a shooting or any victims, allowing the celebration to continue after confirming public safety.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown proposed new legislative measures to promote affordable housing development, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The initiatives aim to reduce construction barriers and create essential housing units.