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Organizers expect Penny Drive donations to exceed $70,000
Volunteers collected pennies on Saturday at 13 locations across Spokane County.
Washington Legislature approves social media rules
The Washington Legislature wants to prevent employers from snooping in the social media accounts of workers.
Moscow prepares for the worst with mock disaster
Crews worked to save some people hurt on a fake ATV ride, in addition to going through a simulated school shooting. Police secured that scene before rescue crews worked on students pretending to be hurt.
Leaders question necessity of West Plains fire station
In West Plains, a fire station went up just over a year ago. Many there are now questioning if it was a good idea in the first place, including two city councilmen who say funding takes money away from other areas.
Boaters find missing woman's body in Spokane River
Joan Gundlach's body was located by a group of boaters near Pleasant View Road, on the south side of the river according to deputies.
Wreck kills motorcycle rider along Highway 95
Authorities said the victim rear-ended a cargo van while traveling northbound on Highway 95.
NASCAR legend riding for charity in Coeur d'Alene
The ride leaves Coeur d’Alene at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday.
Criminal transitional facility proposed in Dalton Gardens
Pioneer Human Services, an organization contracted through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, wants a permit to house their felons there.
Judge sentences Home Depot pepper spray attack suspect
Sherri Schlosser was convicted of third degree assault for the attack last summer.
Police recruiting for 10 new jobs at Spokane universities
Applicants must apply by May 3rd.
Alleged arsonist pulls knife on CDA officer
The suspect is charged with second-degree arson, aggravated assault and battery on a police officer.
City reaches $190,000 settlement with former Interim Police Chief
Mayor David Condon announced the settlement on Friday. However, Spokane City Council leaders must approve the deal. They are scheduled to vote on the settlement on May 6th.
Missing Orofino residents found
Basil Marvin (Marvin) Frye, 85, and Helen Geraldine (Gerry) Frye, 84, were last seen at 11 a.m. Thursday.
No charges filed yet against third SPD officer
Attorney's representing Sandi McIntyre told KREM 2 News that they have not heard anything from the U.S. Attorney's Office since December of 2012.
Zoning forces Treehouse Medical Marijuana Dispensary to move
Spokane Valley leaders said the heavy industrial zone where Treehouse was located cannot have retail sales.
Deadly wreck closes part of Highway 41
Authorities at the scene confirmed that one person died during the crash between a semi and a Prius.
Ironman organizers reevaluate Coeur d'Alene security
Kootenai Co. Sheriff's Office employees said the recent bombing at the Boston Marathon is forcing everyone to reevaluate their security plans.
Quality Inn murder conviction could equal life sentence
John Castro, 27, shot and killed Jose Solis Jr. in November 2011. Under the Three Strikes Law Castro faces a sentence of life in prison according to police.
Zehm family representative reacts to Ofc. Moses’ charges
The Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office charged Officer Timothy Moses on Wednesday with making a false statement to a public servant.
Cameras catch attack on WSU professor
The Pullman Police Department accidentally release the surveillance video that shows an assault a WSU professor.