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Spokane Police Department seeks assistance in locating missing teens Kaelab and Gage, last seen on June 12, 2025. Kaelab has returned home, but Gage remains missing. Authorities urge anyone with information on Gage's whereabouts to contact Crime Check at 509-456-2233.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report notes the detection of PFAS chemicals in accordance with updated EPA guidelines.
Mayor Lisa Brown addressed a protest outside the ICE office in Spokane on June 11, 2025, following a series of incidents involving impaired driving. The mayor's statement reflects the city's response to ongoing concerns about public safety and immigration enforcement.
The City of Spokane announces two blog posts for June 10, 2025, highlighting community events and essential news. The posts include an invitation to a Juneteenth celebration and share updates from the Office of Neighborhood Services.
Spokane's Office of Neighborhood Services released a video titled "June News You Can Use" on June 10, 2025, highlighting community updates. The video, lasting 1 minute and 59 seconds, aims to keep residents informed about local happenings. This initiative reflects the city's commitment to engaging its community through accessible information.
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 the water supply based on updated EPA standards.
The Public Infrastructure, Environment & Sustainability Committee (PIES) will convene on June 16 at noon in the City Council Chambers. Upcoming events include District 2 Town Hall at 6:00 p.m. and the start of the 28th annual Browne's Addition Summer Concerts on June 19.
Spokane's District 3 released its weekly newsletter on June 13, 2025, addressing common misconceptions about the H.O.M.E. Starts Here initiative, updates on the Division Street Bus Rapid Transit project, and new Council Office hours. The newsletter aims to enhance community engagement and provide information relevant to local residents.
Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall confirmed that officers deployed foam projectiles and bean bags during a response to assaultive behavior on Wednesday evening. He emphasized these tools are classified as less-lethal and expressed regret for not providing complete information during a previous press conference. The department remains committed to upholding Constitutional rights while ensuring public safety.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown and Police Chief Kevin Hall requested an independent review by the Office of the Police Ombuds regarding law enforcement actions from June 11. This review aims to assess compliance with police policies and enhance community trust.