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City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall and several municipal services will close on Juneteenth, observed on June 19. On-street parking will be free, but all other parking rules apply. Garbage and recycling services will operate as usual.

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall and various municipal services will close on Juneteenth, June 19, to honor the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. On-street parking will be free, but all parking rules will still apply. Other services, including garbage and recycling, will operate as usual.

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall and several municipal services will close on Juneteenth, June 19, to honor the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. On-street parking will be free, but all parking rules will still apply. Most city services, including garbage and recycling, will continue as normal.

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall will close on Juneteenth, June 19, in observance of the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. Other city facilities, including the Spokane Municipal Court and all library branches, will also be closed, while garbage and recycling services will proceed as usual. On-street parking will be free, but time limits remain in effect.

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall and several municipal services will close on Juneteenth, June 19, to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. Parking meters will not require payment, but all parking rules remain in effect. Spokane 311 will still provide customer service, while garbage and recycling services will continue as scheduled.

Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 No Kings Demonstration Following Pride Parade

Spokane Police Department managed a large protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, ensuring safety while respecting the right to peaceful demonstration. The event began peacefully but escalated, leading to 11 arrests for failure to disperse as some participants resisted leaving the roadways. Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the department's commitment to maintaining open dialogue with organizers and protecting community safety.

Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 No Kings Demonstration Following Pride Parade

The Spokane Police Department managed a protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, emphasizing the importance of peaceful expression. While most participants cooperated, officers issued dispersal orders around 8:44 p.m. due to roadway obstructions, resulting in 11 arrests for failure to disperse.

Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 No Kings Demonstration Following Pride Parade

The Spokane Police Department managed a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, facilitating communication with organizers and ensuring public safety. As the crowd size decreased into the evening, SPD issued dispersal orders and made 11 arrests due to roadway obstruction. Chief Kevin Hall reaffirmed the department's commitment to protecting the right to protest while maintaining community safety.

City Closures Planned for Juneteenth

Spokane City Hall will close on Juneteenth, June 19, in observance of the federal holiday recognizing the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. Several city services, including municipal court and public library branches, will also be closed, while essential services like garbage collection will continue as scheduled. On-street parking will be free, but all other parking regulations remain in effect.

Spokane Police Department Statement on June 14 No Kings Demonstration Following Pride Parade

Spokane Police Department managed a large protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, maintaining dialogue with organizers throughout the day. As the event progressed, officers issued dispersal orders when the crowd obstructed roadways, resulting in 11 arrests for failure to disperse. Chief Kevin Hall affirmed the department's commitment to protecting the right to peaceful protest while ensuring community safety.

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