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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.
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 parking rules, including time limits, will still apply. Garbage and recycling services will operate as usual.
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.
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.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report also noted the detection of PFAS in water, adhering to updated EPA guidelines.
The City of Spokane released its Annual Report on Drinking Water Quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report highlights the detection of PFAS in water samples, aligning with updated EPA regulations.
Spokane's garbage, recycling, and food waste services will operate on a normal schedule this week. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days.
Spokane's garbage, recycling, and yard waste services will operate on a normal schedule this week, with carts required at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days. Additionally, the city has released its Annual Report on Drinking Water Quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report indicates that PFAS substances were detected, following updated EPA regulations.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report highlights the detection of PFAS substances in accordance with updated EPA guidelines.