Lifestyle
Spokane Residents Raise Concerns Over 20-Year Growth Plan
Environmental groups worry plan could weaken protections for natural areas, wildlife, and tree canopy
Four Spokane teens save man's life during lunch break
High school seniors use CPR to revive unconscious man at local restaurant
Spokane's 'Safe and Healthy' Committees Aim for Change
New advisory groups to tackle behavioral health, public safety, emergency response, and justice issues
Crime
Armed Man Dies After Hit-and-Run, Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Spokane Valley
Authorities say the man struck parked vehicles, fled the scene, and then died by suicide during a confrontation with deputies.
Man Dies After Crash and Jump from I-90 Off-Ramp Bridge in Spokane
The 48-year-old driver was involved in a collision before taking his own life, according to authorities.
Airway Heights Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Child's Death
Aleksandr Kurmoyarov pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and other charges in the death of his girlfriend's 8-year-old adopted daughter.
Business
Clearwater Paper to Attend Bank of America Conference
Company executives to participate in panel discussion and fireside chat at global agricultural and materials event.
Avista Files for Annual Price Adjustment in Idaho
The utility company's filing aims to adjust electricity and natural gas rates.
Comcast Expands High-Speed Internet in Spokane County
New service now available to over 2,200 homes and businesses in Chattaroy, Four Lakes, and Medical Lake
Sports
No. 9 Gonzaga Looks to Avenge Loss Against Portland
Bulldogs host Pilots on Senior Night with chance to clinch WCC regular-season title
Spokane Chiefs GM Celebrates 'Amazing' Olympic Hockey Final
Matt Bardsley watched the U.S. defeat Canada in the men's hockey gold medal game at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Portland Hearts of Pine Tickets Go on Sale March 2
Maine's pro soccer club expects another full-season sellout in year two
Politics
Debate Continues Over Bill Expanding AGO Investigative Powers
Critics argue the proposed legislation would give the Attorney General's Office too much unchecked authority.
Washington State Proposes $2B Spending Increase Despite Deficits
House and Senate Democrats offer plans to fill budget gaps, but ultimately increase total spending
Washington House Bill Raids Billions from Pension Plan Amid Tax Hikes
Lawmakers pass legislation to terminate LEOFF 1 retirement system and transfer $4.5 billion, drawing criticism from Republicans and pension advocates.
