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Spokane Police Department and Gonzaga University co-host weeklong Dialogue Policing training

Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong training event for Dialogue Policing, aimed at enhancing communication skills among law enforcement. The program, developed by the Columbus Police Department, includes training sessions on de-escalation techniques and perspectives from community activists. Officers engage in training scenarios to solidify their understanding before certification.

Spokane Police Department and Gonzaga University co-host weeklong Dialogue Policing training

Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training to enhance communication skills among law enforcement. The course, developed by the Columbus Police Department, included sessions with local activists and media members to foster understanding during large gatherings. Attending officers participated in training scenarios and learned de-escalation techniques.

Spokane City Council Hosts A Community Food Drive

Spokane City Council and city employees will hold a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support the Zilch and Bite2Go programs. These initiatives aim to combat food insecurity by providing food supplies to local families and students. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized the importance of addressing hunger for community well-being and student success.

Spokane City Council Hosts A Community Food Drive

The Spokane City Council and City Employees will conduct a food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which combat food insecurity among local children. Council Members emphasize the importance of community involvement, urging residents to donate non-perishable food items or monetary contributions.

Spokane Police Department and Gonzaga University co-host weeklong Dialogue Policing training

Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training event aimed at enhancing law enforcement communication skills. The program, which included community activist perspectives and de-escalation techniques, attracted multiple agencies from the Spokane area. Officers participated in training scenarios to solidify their understanding before earning certification.

Flags Lowered for Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass

Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in remembrance of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed on duty on September 27. The gesture coincides with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive for state and U.S. flags to also be lowered. Flags will remain at half-staff until the close of business.

Flags Lowered for Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass

Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The gesture coincides with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive for state and U.S. flags to also be lowered in remembrance. Mayor Brown expressed the community's heartbreak and extended condolences to Bass's family and colleagues.

Spokane Police Department and Gonzaga University co-host weeklong Dialogue Policing training

Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training event designed to enhance communication skills among law enforcement. Attending officers engaged in scenarios and discussions with community activists to improve their interaction during large gatherings. The program emphasizes de-escalation techniques and collaboration with the community.

Spokane City Council Hosts A Community Food Drive

The Spokane City Council and city employees will host a food drive from October 15 to December 15 to benefit the Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which combat food insecurity among local children. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized that this initiative supports student retention and community health. Donations of non-perishable food and monetary contributions are encouraged to ensure no child goes hungry.

Spokane Police Department and Gonzaga University co-host weeklong Dialogue Policing training

Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training. The program, developed by the Columbus Police Department, aims to enhance officers' communication and de-escalation skills during large gatherings. Multiple local agencies participated in the training, which included interactions with community activists and media.