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Spokane City Council President Betsy Wilkerson addressed the community following recent immigration protests, emphasizing that arrests were made to maintain public safety rather than support ICE. She affirmed the importance of responsible protest and the city's commitment to immigrant rights through the Keep Washington Working Act.
Mayor Lisa Brown imposed a curfew for the area from Boone Ave to Spokane Falls Blvd and Howard St to Division St, starting at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday. The curfew applies to everyone, with limited exceptions for law enforcement, emergency personnel, media, and residents. This measure aims to maintain public safety amid ongoing concerns.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming that it meets state and federal standards. However, the report noted the detection of PFAS in line with updated EPA standards.
The City of Spokane released its annual report on drinking water quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report indicates the detection of PFAS in water samples 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 also noted the detection of PFAS in the water supply, following updated EPA standards.
The City of Spokane released its Annual Report on Drinking Water Quality, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. The report noted the detection of PFAS based on updated EPA guidelines.
Spokane’s District 2 Neighborhood City Council Town Hall will occur on June 9 at the MLK Community Center. The event welcomes all residents, while June also features the Spokane Pride celebration and various Farmers Markets across the city. Summer Parkways and Hoopfest will provide additional community engagement opportunities throughout the month.
Spokane will host a celebration for Juneteenth on June 10, 2025, marking the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. The event will highlight the significance of emancipation and honor figures like Abraham Lincoln and Gordon Granger. Local festivities aim to educate and celebrate liberation in the community.
The City of Spokane released its 2024 drinking water quality report, confirming compliance with state and federal standards. Low-level PFAS chemicals were detected at three well locations, but the levels remain below action thresholds. Residents can access the report online or request a mailed copy.
The City of Spokane released its annual drinking water quality report, confirming compliance with all state and federal standards for 2024. The report noted low-level detections of PFAS chemicals at three well locations, which remain below action levels. The city continues to monitor these contaminants and has joined a lawsuit against manufacturers responsible for the contamination.