Latest News in Spokane, WA

Spokane Police Department is Proud to Announce the Return of Neighborhood Resource Officers

Spokane Police Department is reinstating the Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO) program, effective March 3, 2025, following voter approval of the Community Safety Sales Tax. The program aims to enhance community safety and strengthen relationships between police and residents through dedicated officers in various neighborhoods. This initiative marks a significant investment in public safety and community well-being.

Fish Lake feud Spokane County buys last portion of rival private resort at Fish Lake. They battled each other in court multiple times.

Spokane County has acquired an 8-acre parcel from the Myers Living Trust for $610,000, expanding Fish Lake Regional Park to nearly 76 acres. This purchase concludes a long-standing dispute between the Myers family, former operators of a private resort, and the county over park management. Commissioner Al French anticipates significant improvements to the park, enhancing its family-friendly appeal.

News Flash Notices of Application Technical Review

The article presents a series of notices regarding applications and technical reviews related to various projects in Spokane County, including wetland restoration, multi-family developments, and school expansions. Each project includes key details such as descriptions, parcel numbers, locations, zoning classifications, and issuance dates. This information is crucial for local stakeholders and residents interested in community development and environmental initiatives.

Spokane refugee aid groups lose federal contracts status unclear for more than 400 fleeing danger and previously set to come to Inland NW

World Relief Spokane has laid off its entire staff of 15 due to the cancellation of federal contracts for refugee resettlement, following a controversial executive order by the Trump administration. The uncertainty surrounding the status of refugees expected in Spokane highlights the broader implications of policy changes on local communities and the aid organizations that support them.

City Planning Department Invites Community to Workshops to Create Vision for Next 20 Years

The City of Spokane is hosting community visioning workshops in March as part of the PlanSpokane 2046 update to its Comprehensive Plan, aiming to gather local input on critical topics affecting the community for the next two decades. Residents will have opportunities to participate in mapping exercises and provide feedback on issues like land use, transportation, and housing, ensuring their voices shape the future of Spokane.

Spokane County Hosts Educational Event on Web Technology

An upcoming educational event is set to take place in Spokane County on February 27, 2025. This event will focus on advancements in web technology, including topics such as web browsers, HTTP cookies, and JavaScript, aiming to enhance community knowledge and skills in computer programming.

Mapping Spokanes Climate Risks and Vulnerabilities

Spokane is enhancing its resilience to climate change through the development of a Climate Vulnerability Index, which identifies areas most at risk from hazards like extreme heat and wildfires. This mapping tool integrates data from various sources and invites public input to inform climate planning strategies aimed at safeguarding the community.

Road Restrictions

Spokane County announces seasonal road restrictions effective February 21, 2025, through April 21, 2025, affecting multiple roads. The restrictions aim to preserve road conditions during adverse weather. Key roads impacted include 27th Avenue, Adams Road, and Austin Road.

Spokane County Regional Waste Ambassadors Program

Spokane County is launching the Regional Waste Ambassadors Program aimed at promoting sustainability and waste minimization through education and community involvement. This initiative encourages local volunteering efforts to address municipal solid waste issues, fostering innovation in waste management practices within Spokane County.

Idaho imposes new minimum fine for low-level marijuana possession likely steepest in U.S.

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a bill mandating a $300 minimum fine for low-level marijuana possession, making it one of the steepest penalties in the U.S. The law, sponsored by Rep. Bruce Skaug, R-Nampa, will take effect this summer.