Spokane-based Maddie's Place 'deeply grateful' for $2 million award from new Washington budget

16 March 2026, 3:34 pm

A Spokane nonprofit that helps infants born in substance withdrawal is celebrating after the Legislature last week approved $2 million in funding for the facility. The money will ...... Read More »

Spokane set and filmed, ‘Train Dreams’ nominated but does not win at Oscars

15 March 2026, 8:09 pm

In an Oscars that was a two-horse race, locally filmed “Train Dreams” did not make it to the station. Most of the night’s awards were won either by “Sinners” or eventual Best Picture winner “One ...... Read More »

Spokane's Garland Theater hosts Oscar night celebration

15 March 2026, 6:11 pm

The Garland Theater hosted a live viewing party for the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night, where local film enthusiasts gathered to enjoy Hollywood’s biggest night on ...... Read More »

Spokane photographer captures the making of Oscar-nominated film 'Train Dreams'

15 March 2026, 2:47 am

The forests, rivers and rugged terrain of Washington state play a central role in the film Train Dreams. But behind the camera, another story was unfolding.... Read More »

Sunflower Bank expands mortgage presence in Coeur d'Alene, Spokane

14 March 2026, 9:06 pm

Sunflower Bank has also opened a new mortgage lending branch in Spokane at 244 W. Main Ave. The location consolidates two existing Spokane offices and is expected to serve as a regional hub for ...... Read More »

Washington boosts DNR budget by millions, anticipating tough wildfire season

12 March 2026, 7:23 pm

Washington's DNR faces a challenging fire season but is better prepared after the legislature restored millions to its budget, says the Public Lands Commissioner.... Read More »

Potentially damaging wind event hitting Spokane region Wednesday night

11 March 2026, 6:11 am

A low pressure system is doing an odd thing as it leaves the West Coast and enters Eastern Washington: it's gathering strength. As a result, the National Weather Service and Avista Utilities have ...... Read More »

Cancer-stricken Spokane man died days after being jailed for attacking his wife. His family says the violence was a symptom

10 March 2026, 3:54 am

A 79-year-old man may have been in a state of paranoia or confusion from cancer treatment or his impending death when police say he attacked his wife with a knife ...... Read More »

Spokane firefighter and Marine veteran Nate Powell to run for Congress as an Independent

9 March 2026, 9:31 am

Nate Powell, a Spokane firefighter and Marine veteran, is set to launch his congressional campaign on Thursday. He is running as an independent candidate for Washington's 5th ...... Read More »

Spokane nonprofit offers $43K in bid for Seattle Seahawks, says 1% of team's revenue could end family homelessness

9 March 2026, 7:11 am

Family Promise of Spokane says its bid of $43,542 represents one dollar for every school-aged child experiencing homelessness in Washington State ...... Read More »

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