Local News KREM
Head-on wreck detours Highway 195 traffic
The collision was cleared, but crews are still sending southbound traffic to Qualchan Road via Cheney-Spokane.
Spokane construction company building Skagit River bridge fix
Max J. Kuney Construction was awarded the $6.87 million contract to build the permanent fix for the bridge. WSDOT leaders said work will begin this week.
Gonzaga law student serving one year for hit and run
Timmy Ngoc Nguyen, 23, was sentenced Monday to one year in prison by Spokane County Superior Court Judge Linda Tompkins.
Missing Idaho woman found alive
Other media outlets report that 21-year-old Rashelle Klontz was found in a wheat field by a farmer. Franklin County Sheriff's deputies say she was laying down in the field when she was discovered and was later able to speak to police.
Spokane City Council ordinance proposes limiting drones
The City Council President has drafted an ordinance which will prevent the police department or any city office from purchasing a drone without a public meeting to notify citizens.
Attic fire damages home in Cheney
Dispatchers said the flames started in the attic of a home near Hallett and West Terrace. Firefighters from Fire District Three were on scene.
WSU students developing hydrogen-powered drone
An unmanned hydrogen-powered drone could fly for days at high altitude and return to earth to be re-used.
Hoopfest security bill increases to $81,000
It is a $20,000 increase from 2012. Spokane Police Department leaders expect to be partially reimbursed. Hoopfest traditionally pays 60% of security costs.
Suspect runs from Spokane Valley rollover wreck with baby
Authorities said the suspect could face felony hit and run charges. He had a suspended license according to Deputy Craig Chamberlin.
Armed man holds up Spokane Valley CHAS clinic
Crime Stoppers of the Inland Northwest and RxPatrol are offering a cash reward of UP to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the suspect(s) believed to be responsible for this robbery.
Level three sex offender moving to Colville area
The Stevens County Sheriff's Office said Terry L. Thomas is a transient. Thomas is not wanted by police.
Judge rules Fort Colville Elem. suspect competent to stand trial
The judge scheduled the fifth grader’s trial for mid-August.
Pilot safe after Priest Lake plane crash
A small airplane overshot a grass airstrip according to authorities.
3-alarm fire burns Geno's restaurant, nearby apartments
Police asked drivers to avoid Hamilton and Sharp up to Mission Avenue to accommodate fire crews.
Colville restaurant burns to the ground
The Colville Fire Chief said the top of Brown Boy's Island Barbecue is completely destroyed.
Spokane couple celebrates 70th wedding anniversary
A couple celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 15.
Pet adoption center will get new home in Spokane
Scraps will occupy an old Harley-Davidson dealership's 30,000 square foot building. Scraps said it plans to partner with Harley-Davidson during adoption events.
Flames damage trailer on S. Helena
The fire department responded to South Helena and East 2nd Avenue and quickly got the fire under control.
Attempted robbery at N. Division Chase Bank
Police said the suspect was a 150 pound white male. He handed the teller demanding money but the teller did not give the suspect any.
SFD avoids re-opening cases following crime lab misconduct
SFD leaders said workers spent at least 12 hours pouring over evidence and legal documents. Yet, none of the local cases ever involved a suspect conviction.