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W. Maxwell Ave. will close between N. Walnut St. and N. Elm St. from August 25 to September 19 for traffic signal upgrades. The project enhances bike and pedestrian infrastructure, connecting the West Central Neighborhood with AM Cannon Park and the Centennial Trail. Motorists should expect detours and reduced lanes during construction.
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, for three counts of second-degree arson following a series of intentionally set fires downtown on August 21, 2025. Officers identified Silk as a person of interest after reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses. He was already in custody for unrelated charges at the time of his arrest.
Spokane officials propose an indoor pool renovation to enhance accessibility and offer swim lessons. The initiative aims to boost community engagement and provide necessary training for residents.
A robbery occurred at a business on W Summit Parkway on August 22, 2025, where the suspect threatened an employee with a firearm. Police apprehended Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after the incident and recovered the stolen items. He faces charges of 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
A robbery occurred at a business on August 22, 2025, where the suspect threatened an employee with a gun. Officers apprehended Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after the incident, recovering stolen items. He faces charges of 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
A robbery occurred at a business on W Summit Parkway in Spokane on August 22, 2025, where a suspect threatened an employee with a firearm. Officers apprehended Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after the incident, recovering the stolen items. He faces charges of 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
W. Maxwell Ave. will close for traffic signal upgrades from August 25 to September 19 as part of the Maxwell Pettet to Walnut Bike/Pedestrian project. This initiative aims to improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, enhancing connectivity between the West Central Neighborhood and local parks. Motorists should expect detours and reduced lanes during construction.
Troy A. Silk, 45, faces three counts of 2nd Degree Arson after Spokane police linked him to a series of intentionally set fires in downtown Spokane on August 21, 2025. Detectives obtained video footage from local businesses that aided in his arrest while he was already in custody for unrelated charges.
The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance in locating a missing endangered adult. Meanwhile, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central neighborhood after reports of black smoke.
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, for three counts of second-degree arson following a series of intentionally set fires in downtown Spokane on August 21, 2025. Authorities secured video evidence from nearby businesses, leading to Silk's identification as a person of interest. He was already in custody for unrelated charges at Spokane County Jail.