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Spokane Police identified Brian J. Anderson as the suspect in the 1997 murder of Margaret Anselmo, utilizing Forensic Genetic Genealogy. Anderson, now deceased, would face charges of 1st Degree Murder and 1st Degree Rape if alive today. Investigators encourage anyone with information to contact Crime Check.
Garbage, recycling, and food waste services in Spokane will operate on their regular schedule during the week of November 7, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days. The city also released information regarding holiday operations for Veterans’ Day.
Spokane's garbage, recycling, and food waste services will continue their normal schedule during the week of November 4, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days, and details regarding the Veterans Day holiday schedule are available through a linked city release.
Spokane's garbage, recycling, and food waste services will operate on a normal schedule during the week of November 4, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 AM on their designated collection day. The city also released information regarding holiday operations for Veterans Day.
Spokane's garbage, recycling, and food waste services will operate on a normal schedule during the week of November 4, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days. The city also announced its holiday operations for Veterans Day on November 11.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown criticized the ongoing federal government shutdown for negatively impacting local families reliant on SNAP benefits and healthcare. She urged Congress to restore stability and provide long-term solutions rather than temporary fixes.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown criticized the ongoing federal government shutdown for harming local families reliant on SNAP benefits and healthcare. She emphasized that the proposed deal only prolongs the issue, calling for Congress to restore stability for those dependent on federal programs.
Spokane Police arrested 45-year-old Justin McDowell after he allegedly committed two armed robberies on November 2 and November 7, 2025. The suspect used a shotgun and wore a Halloween mask during both incidents, targeting cash from the registers. McDowell now faces two counts of 1st Degree Robbery and is held on a $50,000 bond.
Spokane Police arrested 45-year-old Justin McDowell for two armed robberies, including one at a marijuana retail store and another at a gaming store. Both incidents involved a shotgun and a Halloween mask, with cash stolen from the registers. McDowell is being held on a $50,000 bond at Spokane County Jail.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown criticized the ongoing federal government shutdown for negatively impacting local families reliant on SNAP benefits and healthcare. She urged Congress to prioritize stability for those dependent on federal programs, emphasizing that temporary solutions are insufficient.