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A false report of an active shooter caused chaos during the July 4th celebration at Riverfront Park in Spokane. Officers quickly responded to an altercation near the clocktower, but no shots were fired and no victims came forward. After ensuring public safety, a reverse 911 message informed attendees that there was no danger, allowing the celebration to resume.
A false report of a shooting temporarily delayed activities at Riverfront Park during the Fourth of July celebration in Spokane on July 7, 2025. The incident prompted a swift police response but was later confirmed to be unfounded. No injuries were reported, and normal operations resumed shortly after.
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed new legislation to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, targeting 22,359 new housing units by 2046. The initiative aims to reduce barriers for developers and rename the HEART Fund to promote housing equity. Key measures include permit fee deferrals and updates to the development code.
A false report of an active shooter caused chaos at Riverfront Park during the July 4th celebration. Officers confirmed no gunfire occurred and no victims came forward, allowing the event to resume after a public safety announcement.
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing in Spokane, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The proposals aim to reduce barriers for developers, create new funding mechanisms, and streamline the development process to achieve the city's target of 22,359 new housing units by 2046.
A false report of an active shooter led to chaos at Riverfront Park during the July 4th celebration. Officers quickly determined no shots were fired and no victims came forward, allowing the event to continue safely. A reverse 911 alert reassured the public there was no danger.
The City of Spokane announced two pedestrian and bike improvement projects scheduled to commence next week. Additionally, flags will be lowered in honor of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro on the day of his interment.
A false report of an active shooter caused chaos at Riverfront Park on July 4th, leading to a temporary evacuation during the celebration. Officers confirmed no shots were fired and no victims came forward after an initial altercation. Authorities later reassured the public through a reverse 911 alert that there was no ongoing threat.
The City of Spokane announces the initiation of two pedestrian and bike improvement projects next week, aimed at enhancing routes in north Spokane. Additionally, flags will be lowered to honor former Secretary of State Ralph Munro on the day of his interment.
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.