Hundreds of VA Therapists Quit Over Trump Policies, Leaving Veterans in Crisis
Mental health care access for veterans has become increasingly difficult as the VA loses hundreds of psychologists and social workers.
Gonzaga's Graham Ike wins second WCC Tournament MVP award
NWSL Kicks Off 14th Season with New Teams and Returning Stars
Crime
Second Spokane Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Fentanyl Pill Press Operation
Nicholas Adams received 20 years in federal prison for running a commercial fentanyl pill manufacturing operation in his home.

Feds Seize Record Amounts of Meth, Fentanyl in Eastern Washington
Largest drug bust in history of U.S. Attorney's Office for Eastern District of Washington
U.S. Marshals Arrest Man on Sex Offense Warrants in Spokane Valley
The 46-year-old was wanted for probation violations and failure to register as a sex offender.
Lifestyle
Spokane's New LGBTQ Shelter Reshapes North Hill Neighborhood
The Aurora Center offers a low-barrier, affirming space for unhoused LGBTQ neighbors in Spokane's scattered-site shelter model.

Fargo Native Donates to Gonzaga Law School
Center renamed in honor of Chris and Nan Kennelly's philanthropic gift.
Mom Shares Hilarious Toddler Mishap After Daughter Finds Vaseline
Mickelle Farnsworth's two-year-old daughter got into a hidden jar of Vaseline, leading to a week-long hair recovery process.
Weather
Spokane Firefighters Quickly Contain Accidental Kitchen Blaze
No injuries reported after fire at Ferris Garden Court Condominiums

Spokane Firefighters Respond to Structure Fire on Jackson Ave
Crews on scene battling blaze at intersection of Jackson Ave and Adams St
Sudden Heavy Snow Warning as 33,000 People Told Not To Travel: 'Whiteout'
The National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning for parts of Washington state, urging residents to avoid travel due to dangerous conditions.
Politics
Spokane City Council Votes to Move Regular Meetings to Wednesdays
The council also proposes new public testimony rules, sparking debate over access and tradition.

Spokane Bans ICE from City Property, Restricts Detention Centers
New ordinances create 'immigration enforcement free zones' and prohibit private property from being used as detention facilities.
Washington House Budget Proposal Axes Urban Tree Funding
State program that helps communities plant and sustain trees faces elimination under House budget plan.
Sports
Spokane Baseball Looks to Build on Experience in 2026 Season
Pitching depth, veteran leadership, and improved fundamentals key for Spokane's breakout campaign

Gonzaga Coach Believes Santa Clara Deserves NCAA Tournament Bid
Mark Few says Santa Clara has the talent to make a deep run in the Big Dance
Gonzaga Basketball Player Barrels into Rival Team's Cheerleaders
His Reaction is Going Viral