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SPD unveiling downtown facility Thursday
The City of Spokane is set to open a new Spokane Police Department facility Thursday.
Former Spokane developer files for bankruptcy, owes $72 million
The $72 million bankruptcy filing in Florida follows the stunning collapse of his fortunes that began with the economic collapse of 2008.
Firefighters go airborne to prep for wildfire season
Firefighting crews took to the skies Wednesday to train for what is expected to be a bad summer for wildfires.
Local groups react to DOMA decision
Local supporters of same-sex marriage celebrated as news broke Wednesday of the Supreme Court’s 5-4 decision declaring DOMA unconstitutional. Opponents believe, however, the court did not re-define marriage.
Youth Soccer embezzler accused of taking $140,000
Shawn Meese, 43, faces theft charges for allegedly embezzling nearly $140,000 from the Inland Empire Youth Soccer Association over a year and a half, which nearly bankrupted the organization.
Post Falls teenager competes at Jr. High Finals Rodeo
Makenly Davis carried the Washington State flag during the grand entry ceremony in New Mexico. She competed in goat tying and breakaway.
Cameras show Big R thief along Newport Hwy.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Newton at 509-477-2683.
Local ricin suspect pleads not guilty
Matthew Ryan Buquet, 38, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he mailed five letters laced with ricin.
Missing teenage cancer patient found safe near Moscow
Caitlyn Bell, a 16-year-old cancer patient from Olympia who had been missing since May 31, was found Wednesday in Idaho. Her parents say "she is alive and well and just needs medical attention."
Division Street Gateway project looks to improve Spokane entrance
City leaders said they are working to implement the community's vision for the Division Street corridor through Downtown and the University District.
Stephens' lawyer: SPD officers gave “blatantly false” statements
The lawyer for former Interim Police Chief Scott Stephens said the release of an internal investigations file to the public is a major violation of Stephens’ confidentiality agreement with the city.
Nine Mile Falls roommate describes Breaking-Bad style murder scene
The man who found a woman’s body soaking in a plastic tub of acid spoke exclusively with KREM 2 News about his former roommate, accused murderer Jason Hart.
Mead students return from Ethiopian relief trip
The Gardner brothers delivered clothes and soccer balls to local villages. Donations from across Spokane helped the teenagers buy 31 donkeys for families in need.
Jobs up for grab at the Spokane Co. Interstate Fair
The annual Spokane County Interstate Fair is coming – and they still need to fill more than 150 temporary positions, including openings for ticket takers and clerks.
Cheney girl, Sierra Higbee loses long medical battle
The eight-year-old from Cheney died Monday according to her mother. The Sierra Higbee had battled bone cancer and a brain tumor.
Family accuses Latah Co. Sheriff of bullying on Facebook
Andrew Cain committed suicide on Sunday. His death came several days after the Latah Co. Sheriff’s Office posted a Facebook comment about Cain.
Pullman and Moscow rank among smartest U.S. cities
VentureBeat.com listed Pullman as the 10th smartest cities in the country. Moscow, Idaho ranked 29th in the nation.
Silverwood donates $22,000 to N. Idaho fire district
To say thank you, Silverwood Theme Park is donating over $22,000 to the Timberlake Fire Protection District.
Investigators catch Stevens County homicide suspect
Authorities are investigating a homicide on Orin-Rice Road near Colville.
City Council approves parking meter upgrades
City Council leaders unanimously decided to allow a Milwaukee-based company to install the meters for testing. The meter comes outfitted with a credit card reader and vehicle sensors.