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Construction work will commence on Rockwood Boulevard near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center on September 2, 2025. Additionally, a fleeing felon was taken into custody in downtown Spokane, with a firearm recovered from the scene.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard begins Tuesday, September 2, requiring street closures and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project includes pavement rehabilitation, utility updates, and intersection redesign, with completion expected by mid-October.
Officers arrested Richard Tomich, 43, after spotting him armed with a handgun in downtown Spokane. Tomich, a convicted felon, fled from police at high speed, prompting officers to halt pursuit due to safety concerns. He was later detained, and a significant quantity of drugs and cash was found in his possession.
Spokane will lower flags to half-staff until sunset on August 31 to honor the victims of the Minneapolis shooting. This gesture reflects the city's solidarity with those affected by the tragedy.
The City of Spokane released multiple news updates on August 26, 2025, including information on the Boone Avenue grind and overlay project, planned city closures for Labor Day, and the Spokane City Council's vote to extend protections against ICE agents. Residents should prepare for lane closures and slower traffic on Boone Avenue due to ongoing construction.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard will start on Tuesday, Sept. 2, requiring street closures and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project includes pavement rehabilitation, intersection redesign, and utility upgrades, with completion expected by mid-October.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard will begin on September 2, requiring street closure and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project involves pavement rehabilitation, utility upgrades, and intersection redesign, with completion expected by mid-October. Local access will remain available during the work.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard begins on September 2, necessitating street closures and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project aims to rehabilitate pavement, redesign intersections, and replace outdated utility infrastructure, with completion expected by mid-October.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard begins Tuesday, Sept. 2, requiring street closures and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project will upgrade pavement and utility infrastructure, with completion expected by mid-October. Pedestrians should anticipate sidewalk detours while local access remains available.
Construction on Rockwood Boulevard begins Tuesday, Sept. 2, requiring street closures and reduced parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project includes pavement rehabilitation, utility updates, and is expected to finish by mid-October. Local access will remain, but pedestrians may face sidewalk detours.