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Garbage, recycling, and food waste services in Spokane will follow their normal collection schedule on June 16, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on their designated collection day. Additional information regarding city closures for Juneteenth is available online.
Garbage, recycling, and food and yard waste services in Spokane will operate on their normal schedule for the week of June 14, 2025. Residents are reminded to place their carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on their scheduled collection days. Additional information regarding city closures can be found on the city’s website.
Spokane City Hall will close on Juneteenth, June 19, to honor the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. Other city services, including the Spokane Municipal Court and libraries, will also be closed, while waste management services will continue as normal. Parking meters will not require payment, but all parking regulations still apply.
Spokane Police Department managed a large protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, ensuring safety while respecting the right to peaceful assembly. The event began peacefully but escalated, leading to police issuing dispersal orders and making 11 arrests for failure to disperse. No curfew was enforced, despite online rumors.
Spokane Police Department facilitated a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, but later issued dispersal orders as crowd behavior escalated. The event, initially cooperative, saw 11 arrests for failure to disperse after demonstrators obstructed roadways. SPD emphasized its commitment to protecting constitutional rights while ensuring public safety.
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 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.
Spokane City Hall and several city 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 regulations remain in effect. Garbage and recycling services will operate as usual.
Spokane Police Department (SPD) facilitated a peaceful protest following the Pride Parade on June 14, 2025, maintaining communication with organizers and ensuring public safety. As the event progressed, SPD issued dispersal orders and made 11 arrests due to roadway obstructions and aggressive behavior. No curfew was implemented, and SPD worked with local businesses to manage crowd dispersal.
Spokane City Hall will close on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday recognizing the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. Municipal services including the Spokane Municipal Court and all library branches will also be closed, while garbage and recycling services will operate normally. On-street parking will be free, but time limits still apply.