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State budget includes funds for 6th District projects
SPOKANE — The state’s 2024-25 supplemental capital budget includes money to for several 6th Legislative District projects. “The additional money for transportation projects in this supplemental budget will positively impact... — Updated 3/15/2024
Three injured in early morning shooting
SPOKANE VALLEY — Five people were arrested on various charges are believed to be connected with a March 8 shooting that left three people wounded on Bowdish Avenue. At one location, three people were arrested about two hours... — Updated 3/15/2024
Purple Ribbon Banquet featured poignant speeches
SPOKANE VALLEY – The Women’s Healing and Empowerment Network, or WHEN, Purple Ribbon Banquet unfolded Sunday, March 10, at the Center Place Regional Event Center, highlighted by a keynote speaker from Airway Heights. The gala e... — Updated 3/15/2024
Felon charged with two counts of unlawfully possessing firearms
SPOKANE VALLEY – Alan D. Kintner, aged 68, found himself in handcuffs following the development of probable cause implicating him in a recent burglary at a residence near West Crosscut Road and North Monroe Road on March 10.... — Updated 3/15/2024
Sheriff detectives investigate body found on Highway 27
SPOKANE VALLEY — Authorities from the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distress call regarding the discovery of a deceased man near the vicinity of Highway 27, situated north of East Barker Road, on March 11th.... — Updated 3/14/2024
Drive-by shooter walks away from mental hospital
UPDATE: Jamil M. Fields has been arrested in Reno, Nev. SPOKANE VALLEY - A Whitman County man committed to Eastern State Hospital has walked away from Valley Hospital. Jamil M. Fiel... — Updated 3/8/2024
Heated debate erupts at city council meeting over 'Nextdoor' post
SPOKANE VALLEY – A recent city council meeting turned into a heated debate over the alleged disclosure of information discussed during an executive session. The focus of the discussion revolved around Councilman Al Merkel's... — Updated 3/8/2024
Stabbing suspect held on $125,000 bail
SPOKANE VALLEY — A local man remains in the Spokane County Jail after being arrested in connection with a Feb. 29 stabbing of another man. David R. Yeager, 31, of Spokane Valley, is being held on $125,000 bail on charges of... — Updated 3/8/2024
Valley man arrested after standoff
SPOKANE VALLEY — Spokane County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a local man following a standoff that lasted more than two hours March 1. Shawn D. Shuster, 44, was arrested and booked into the Spokane County Jail on charges... — Updated 3/7/2024
Legislature passes bill to strengthen DUI law
OLYMPIA - The Legislature has passed a bill designed to curtail driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. House Bill 1493 - contains language introduced by Sen. Mike... — Updated 3/7/2024
Deputy facing assault charge
SPOKANE VALLEY – The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office deputy who roughed up a Colfax man on Aug. 14, 2023, may be charged in the case. On Wednesday, Feb. 21, the Spokane Police Department determined there is probable cause to... — Updated 2/29/2024
Three of the six initiatives to get hearings
OLYMPIA — Relenting to pressure from residents statewide, three initiatives will be get hearings before the Legislature. The Legislature will debate I-2113 on reasonable police pursuit, I-2081 on codifying parental rights in thei... — Updated 2/29/2024
Man arrested for burglary of boarded-up house
SPOKANE VALLEY — A local man is facing charges after allegedly attempting to enter a vacant, boarded up house. Jason A. Swan, 35, was arrested Feb. 19, booked into the Spokane County Jail and then freed on his own recognizance... — Updated 2/29/2024
Man sought in connection with crash, attempted rape
SPOKANE VALLEY — Detectives are asking for the public’s help with the investigation of a single-vehicle crash, of a possible kidnapping and attempted rape of a teenage girl. At about 6:30 a.m. Feb. 11, law enforcement officers... — Updated 2/22/2024
Hit-and-run victim identified
SPOKANE VALLEY — Spokane County authorities have finally released the name of the victim of a hit-and-run incident on Jan. 24. Maegen Engh, 46, of Spokane Valley, died of her injuries in an area hospital on Feb. 13, according to... — Updated 2/22/2024
City receiving $5.3 million in road grants
SPOKANE VALLEY – Sullivan Road and Sprague Avenue improvements will move ahead, thanks in part to two grants totaling more than $5.3 million. The two National Highway Performance Program grants include nearly $4 million for the... — Updated 2/22/2024
Three area wrestlers win state titles
TACOMA - Three gold, four silver and one bronze. That's how many Top 3 medals wrestlers from Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake and the surrounding areas brought home Saturday from the... — Updated 2/22/2024
Committee advances two Padden bills
OLYMPIA – The House Housing Committee has moved forward two bills introduced by 4th District Sen. Mike Padden, aiming to bolster home ownership and streamline property leasing in... — Updated 2/22/2024
Snake River Dam preservation added to legislative agenda
SPOKANE VALLEY – The preservation of the Snake River dams has been solidified as a key item on the legislative agenda for the city council. The move comes amidst ongoing debate an... — Updated 2/22/2024
Boris held on $500,000 bail for rape
SPOKANE VALLEY — A man arrested for in a sexual assault case here remains in the Spokane County Jail. Gregory Charles Boris, 42, of Kennewick, is being held on $500,000 bail after being extradited from the Tri-Cities area back... — Updated 2/22/2024
Suspect arrested in shooting
SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of a potential shooting in the 4900 block of East Upriver Drive on February 11. An anonymous caller... — Updated 2/15/2024
Registered sex offender arrested for violent sexual assault
SPOKANE VALLEY – Sexual Assault Unit (SAU) Detectives took steps in pursuing justice as they secured a warrant for the arrest of Gregory C. Boris, a 42-year-old Level-2... — Updated 2/15/2024
Hit-and-run victim succumbs to injuries
SPOKANE VALLEY – The pedestrian who was the victim of a hit-and-run on January 24 has passed away in the hospital due to the severe injuries sustained, says Spokane Valley... — Updated 2/15/2024
Legislation would impose fines for untreated sewage discharge
A proposal to fine counties and cities when untreated sewage is released into Puget Sound is part of an effort to save dwindling salmon runs. The bill, proposed by Rep. J.T.... — Updated 2/8/2024
Council unveils police recruitment and retention strategy
SPOKANE VALLEY – In a session of the Spokane Valley City Council on February 6, 2024, Chief Dave Ellis presented an extensive plan outlining the recruitment and retention... — Updated 2/8/2024