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Spokane City Hall and several municipal services will close on Juneteenth, June 19, in honor of the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. On-street parking will be free, but all parking rules still apply. Garbage and recycling services will operate as usual, and Spokane 311 will remain available for customer inquiries.
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 regulations, including time limits, will remain enforced. Essential services like garbage and recycling will continue as scheduled.
Spokane City Hall and several municipal services will close on Juneteenth, June 19, in observance of the federal holiday. On-street parking will be free, but all rules, including time limits, remain in effect. Essential services like garbage and recycling will continue as scheduled.
Spokane Police Department (SPD) managed a large protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, ensuring the right to peaceful demonstration while addressing safety concerns. Despite initial cooperation, the event escalated, leading to 11 arrests for failure to disperse as officers used non-lethal measures to clear roadways. SPD emphasized that a curfew was never imposed and praised the collaborative efforts with protest organizers.
Spokane Police Department (SPD) managed a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, but later issued dispersal orders as tensions escalated. Officers arrested 11 individuals for failure to disperse, while SPD maintained communication with organizers throughout the event. Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the department's commitment to protecting the right to protest while ensuring public safety.
Spokane Police Department facilitated a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, but later issued dispersal orders as tensions escalated. Despite initial cooperation, 11 arrests were made for failure to disperse after the crowd obstructed roadways. Authorities emphasized their commitment to upholding the right to protest while ensuring public safety.
Spokane Police Department managed a large protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, emphasizing the importance of free expression while ensuring public safety. The event, initially peaceful, saw a decrease in crowd size and some arrests due to noncompliance with dispersal orders. SPD Chief Kevin Hall affirmed the department's commitment to protecting constitutional rights during demonstrations.
Spokane Police Department (SPD) reported that a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, escalated into a situation requiring police intervention. Officers issued dispersal orders after demonstrators obstructed roadways, leading to 11 arrests for failure to disperse. SPD emphasized its commitment to protecting the right to protest while ensuring public safety.
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 remain in effect. Most city services, including garbage collection and park attractions, will operate normally.
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.