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Tragic mishap on an electric scooter leads to a collision

A tragic incident involving an electric scooter led to a fatal collision, resulting in the death of an adult male in Spokane. The mishap occurred early on July 21, 2025, prompting police investigation. The community is urged to reflect on scooter safety following this event.

SPD Seeking Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect

The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance in identifying a robbery suspect linked to multiple incidents. The request comes from the Major Crimes Unit, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Community involvement is crucial for solving the ongoing robberies.

Tragic mishap on an electric scooter leads to a collision

A tragic accident involving an electric scooter led to a fatal collision in Spokane, resulting in the death of an adult male. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding electric scooter usage in urban environments.

Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease

Spokane County reported a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, according to its annual snapshot count. This positive trend highlights ongoing efforts to address homelessness in the region.

SPD Seeking Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect

The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in multiple robberies. This request highlights ongoing efforts to address local crime and ensure community safety.

Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease

Spokane County reports a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, according to the latest annual snapshot count. This trend indicates positive progress in addressing homelessness in the region.

SPD Seeks Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect

The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance in identifying a robbery suspect linked to multiple incidents. The request for help was made by the Major Crimes Unit on July 24, 2025. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

Tragic mishap on an electric scooter leads to a collision

An electric scooter mishap in Spokane resulted in a collision that claimed the life of an adult male. The incident occurred early on July 21, 2025, and has raised concerns about scooter safety in the city.

Lincoln Park Shelter Gets Makeover with Help from Kids and Community

Franklin Elementary unveiled a mural at Lincoln Park on July 25, 2025, created by local artist Corinna Ren with the help of 434 students. The project, initiated by parents Cara Halldin and Holly Thompson-Duffy, received $10,000 in grant funding and took over two years to develop. The mural features local fauna and flora, showcasing community collaboration and student creativity.

Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease

Spokane County's annual count of homelessness indicates a second consecutive year of decline in the number of individuals experiencing homelessness. This trend suggests effective interventions and policies may be positively impacting the local homeless population.

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