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Firefighters responded to a fire at Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, assisting two residents trapped by smoke. The accidental fire originated from a stovetop with combustible materials, but swift action prevented further damage, and no injuries were reported.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died in military service, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.
Firefighters extinguished a fire at Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, after residents reported black smoke. Two occupants required assistance due to heavy smoke but were evaluated and found stable with no injuries. The fire, caused by a stovetop with combustible materials, was contained to the unit undergoing renovation.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on Memorial Day, May 26, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.
Firefighters responded to a fire at the Sky View Apartments in Spokane yesterday, rescuing two occupants from heavy smoke. The blaze, caused by a stovetop igniting combustible materials, resulted in no injuries and confined damage to the unit undergoing renovation. Residents were reminded of the importance of closing doors during a fire to slow its spread.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces, and residents are encouraged to participate.
The City of Spokane released a video segment on February 24, 2025, titled "Equity Spotlight on Immigrant and Refugee Services." This 18-minute segment highlights organizations supporting immigrants and refugees, including Manzanita House and Creole Resources.
Spokane’s downtown will undergo significant traffic changes as the final construction phase of the Downtown Corridor begins on May 19. Mayor Lisa Brown addressed the U.S. Department of Commerce’s decision to rescind funding for the Spokane Aerospace Tech Hub, emphasizing the impact on local tech initiatives.
Spokane and Spokane Valley officials signed an interlocal agreement with Spokane County to coordinate homeless services in the region. This agreement aims to enhance joint planning and project implementation for addressing homelessness. Council Member Lili Navarrete also officially resigned, with her statement available for public review.