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April unemployment rate drops in Washington
The state has now regained about 78 percent of the more than 200,000 jobs lost during the recession, officials with the state Employment Security Department said.
Second Airway Heights Corrections employee accused of sexual misconduct
Police investigated Siri A. Crain, 29. She could face felony charges for Custodial Sexual Misconduct in the 1st Degree.
Lower legal BAC recommendation divides local authorities
The Spokane County Sheriff supports the idea of lowering the BAC and wants more attention on dangerous driving below the current limit. In Idaho, the Kootenai County Sheriff wonders if the change would really make a difference.
Sheriff: Key information about suspect who shot 2 deputies last year left unreported
The Sheriff said a lot of things went right the day of the shooting but also said there were critical errors in the weeks leading up to the shooting.
Moscow wife accused of stabbing and pouring gas on husband
The couple admitted to fighting over cleaning. Officers said Mary Moore stabbed her husband in the face and poured gas on him on Saturday night.
Starbuck children testify during father’s murder trial
Starbuck’s youngest child testified that his dad is a great guy and said that he took good care of the family.
Detectives describe crime scene at Starbuck murder trial
Major Crimes Detectives were on the stand most of the day Tuesday describing what they did on the day of December 3, 2011 when they discovered the body of Chanin Starbuck at her home.
Police recommend charges in connection to WSU professor's assault
Investigators recommended that five people be charged in connection to the attack which left Dr. David Warner injured.
Belongings of dead St. Maries couple found in Spokane Valley motel
Spokane Valley Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the hotel and found the room pack with household items you would find in an elderly person’s home.
Judge sets $1 million bail for Spokane murder suspect
Joshua Tillery was originally scheduled to appear in court on Thursday. Yet, the Thursday and Friday court dates were rescheduled because he claimed to be sick.
Sarah Palin speaking at Republic High School graduation
The former Alaska Governor will speak June 1st at Republic High School Gymnasium.
State Fire Marshal inspects Craigmont fire damage
Officials said Craigmont firefighters were still on the scene Tuesday looking for any flare-ups. The rubble is still smoldering.
Fire consumes two century-old Mullan buildings
Authorities with the Shoshone County Fire District #1 said flames had engulfed the Silver Eagle Bar and the United Steel Workers hall when they arrived on scene.
Suspicious letter mailed to Spokane post office
Authorities found the letter at the post officer located at 904 W. Riverside.
Feds recommend states cut DUI standard to .05
It's a standard that has been shown to substantially reduce highway deaths in other countries.
Criminal cases unprocessed by WSP crime lab quadruple
The investigation shows that 19 cases evidence were not processed, including 4 in Spokane. Now, every department has to go back and look at each of those cases to decide if they need to be reopened.
Man hits concrete wall in fatal Moses Lake motorcycle wreck
While going around a sweeping curve, Jones lost control of the bike, struck a curb, and was thrown from the motorcycle.