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Spokane Police Dept. Awarded Federal Mental Health and Wellness Grant

The U.S. Department of Justice awarded the Spokane Police Department a $186,250 grant for mental health and wellness services. The funding will support various initiatives, including peer support, training in nutrition and mindfulness, and suicide prevention. Police Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the importance of officer wellness for effective community service.

Spokane Police Dept. Awarded Federal Mental Health and Wellness Grant

The Spokane Police Department received a $186,250 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for mental health services. This funding will support wellness programs, including peer support and stress reduction training, aimed at improving officers' mental health. Police Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the importance of officer well-being for community service.

Spokane Police Dept. Awarded Federal Mental Health and Wellness Grant

The Spokane Police Department received a $186,250 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to enhance mental health and wellness services for officers and their families. The funding will support programs including peer support, suicide prevention, and wellness training. Police Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the importance of officer wellness in serving the community.

Spokane Police Dept. Awarded Federal Mental Health and Wellness Grant

The U.S. Department of Justice awarded a $186,250 grant to the Spokane Police Department for mental health and wellness services. The funding supports programs like Struggle Well classes and training in nutrition, sleep, stress reduction, and mindfulness. Police Chief Kevin Hall emphasized the importance of officer wellness for community service.

Flags Lowered for Four Washington-Based Fallen Soldiers

Flags in Spokane will be lowered to honor four Washington-based soldiers who have fallen in service. The tribute will remain in effect until the close of business on October 17, 2025. This gesture reflects the community's commitment to honor its heroes.

Spokane City Council to Consider New Camping and Obstruction Ordinance

Spokane City Council will vote on the "Safe and Accessible Spaces" ordinance at a 6 p.m. session on October 27, 2025. The legislation aims to criminalize camping and obstruction on public property, while allowing police discretion to offer services or cite offenders.

Spokane City Council to Consider New Camping and Obstruction Ordinance

The Spokane City Council will vote on the “Safe and Accessible Spaces” ordinance on October 27, 2025, during a 6 p.m. session. The ordinance grants Spokane Police discretion to offer services to willing suspects and prohibits camping and obstruction on public property.

Spokane City Council to Consider New Camping and Obstruction Ordinance

The Spokane City Council will vote on the "Safe and Accessible Spaces" ordinance during a legislative session on October 27, 2025. The ordinance would empower Spokane Police officers to enforce laws against camping and obstruction on public and private property.

News Releases for Monday, October 27, 2025

Spokane City Council will vote on the "Safe and Accessible Spaces" ordinance tonight during its Legislative Session. This measure aims to enhance safety and accessibility within the city.

Flags Lowered for Four Washington-Based Fallen Soldiers

Flags in Spokane will be lowered until the close of business on October 17, 2025, in honor of four fallen soldiers from Washington. This gesture reflects the city's commitment to recognizing and honoring military service and sacrifice.

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