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Should bees be busy in February? Warm winters disrupt the hive life, expert says
Should bees be busy in February? Warm winters disrupt the hive life, expert says
If you happened to spot a honey bee buzzing around Spokane this February, you would be forgiven for thinking it too early in the year for their forage.
'Always be skeptical'; Crocker, local experts warn U.S.-Israeli military action could have broad, hard to discern impacts
'Always be skeptical'; Crocker, local experts warn U.S.-Israeli military action could have broad, hard to discern impacts
Regional foreign policy experts warn that the fallout of the joint strikes on Iran by U.S. and Israeli forces early Saturday morning could be far reaching, and tough to discern in the coming days, weeks, months and years.
Panhandle Health District issues kratom warning, citing deaths in Kootenai County
Panhandle Health District issues kratom warning, citing deaths in Kootenai County
North Idaho residents should “avoid all kratom products,” the Panhandle Health District warned Monday, citing several local deaths from the unregulated drug sold over the counter at mini marts.
Washington Democratic leaders unveil state budget plans amid escalating costs
Washington Democratic leaders unveil state budget plans amid escalating costs
OLYMPIA – Democratic budget writers in the House and Senate introduced their spending plan Sunday afternoon as lawmakers seek to maintain state services while contending with federal funding cuts and increased costs.
Personal journey: Legendary climber Chris Kopczynski talks climbing, friendship
Personal journey: Legendary climber Chris Kopczynski talks climbing, friendship
Chris Kopcyznski has been in front of a crowd hundreds of times.
SCRAPS offering discounted dog adoptions to mark 'National Love Your Pet Day'
SCRAPS offering discounted dog adoptions to mark 'National Love Your Pet Day'
The Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service wants to give local residents a reason to celebrate Friday.
Demolition begins on Adams Elementary, once the second-oldest operating schoolhouse in Spokane Public Schools
Demolition begins on Adams Elementary, once the second-oldest operating schoolhouse in Spokane Public Schools
Under an overcast sky and near-constant drizzle Monday, the demolition of the 116-year-old Adams Elementary schoolhouse began.
Getting There: Work on North Spokane Corridor in 2026 lays groundwork for completion
Getting There: Work on North Spokane Corridor in 2026 lays groundwork for completion
Year by year, the North Spokane Corridor slowly inches to completion, which is still estimated for 2030.
'Unsavory, exciting, unfathomable': WSU athletics faces old challenges in the new world of NIL deals
'Unsavory, exciting, unfathomable': WSU athletics faces old challenges in the new world of NIL deals
Washington State University embarks this year with the refurbished Pac-12 Conference at a time when college sports are smashing headlong into the free market system.
Got whole milk? Cheney Public Schools' menu to offer fattier dairy option amid federal rule change
Got whole milk? Cheney Public Schools' menu to offer fattier dairy option amid federal rule change
Pesto flatbread coho salmon sandwiches, teriyaki salmon rice bowls, beef chili made from Washington cows, fresh bison, chicken curry – all meals that have been cooked and served from cafeterias at Cheney Public Schools, designed by executive chef LJ Klinkenberg to meet the complex matrix of nutritional requirements set by the federal government and also taste good to kids.
'Once in a lifetime': The luckiest Seahawks fans celebrated from inside the stadium
'Once in a lifetime': The luckiest Seahawks fans celebrated from inside the stadium
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – As fireworks shot into the night sky and blue and green confetti floated down onto the field, the celebration for Seattle Seahawks fans inside Levi’s Stadium was officially on.
Federal judge frees 10-year-old girl and her father from ICE custody in Texas; pair returning to Spokane
Federal judge frees 10-year-old girl and her father from ICE custody in Texas; pair returning to Spokane
A 10-year-old Spokane girl and her father detained by Border Patrol last month have been freed from a federal immigration detention center in Texas.
'This is our Super Bowl': Here's what Spokane Seahawks superfans and season ticket holders predict for the big game
'This is our Super Bowl': Here's what Spokane Seahawks superfans and season ticket holders predict for the big game
Fresh out of high school, Joe Hoffman told his wife-to-be that he wouldn’t marry her unless she was a Seahawks fan.
After 9 months of uncertainty, federal workplace safety agency NIOSH brings back workers at Spokane Research Lab
After 9 months of uncertainty, federal workplace safety agency NIOSH brings back workers at Spokane Research Lab
WASHINGTON – After being paid not to work for nine months, employees at a federal office in Spokane dedicated to workplace safety were reinstated on Jan. 13, but their research faces challenges and uncertainty after many left during the long layoff period.
Multiple passengers injured as STA double-decker bus doesn't clear viaduct
Multiple passengers injured as STA double-decker bus doesn't clear viaduct
A double-decker Spokane Transit Authority bus with passengers apparently took the wrong street through downtown Sunday, causing it to crash into the downtown railroad viaduct overpass.
Spokane parks to remove 200 trees killed by native bark beetles, including 50 at Manito
Spokane parks to remove 200 trees killed by native bark beetles, including 50 at Manito
On the northwest corner of Manito Park, dozens of ponderosa pines appear to stand strong. Joggers and dog walkers weave through the towering trunks on their morning routes, and gray squirrels run halfway up the familiar trees, flicking their tails as they observe the human visitors before retreating into the canopies.
Colleges in Washington worried Legislature will back Ferguson's plan for cuts
Colleges in Washington worried Legislature will back Ferguson's plan for cuts
Colleges and universities across Washington are bracing for cuts Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed in his budget plan to the Legislature.
Act now, adventure later: Procrastinators lose in competition for prized reservations
Act now, adventure later: Procrastinators lose in competition for prized reservations
Some of the hottest permits and reservations for summer outdoor adventures at home and abroad are being procured now, in the chill of winter.
'Be a good neighbor': After 43 years in elected offices throughout Spokane County, Sharon Colby steps down and shares a few life lessons
'Be a good neighbor': After 43 years in elected offices throughout Spokane County, Sharon Colby steps down and shares a few life lessons
It was about 20 minutes after 7 on a crisp January morning in 1980, when Sharon Colby’s neighbor started beating on her door.
Getting There: Preconstruction work redoubles next year for Division Street rapid bus route, slated for 2030 launch
Getting There: Preconstruction work redoubles next year for Division Street rapid bus route, slated for 2030 launch
Spokane health district sues former employee for collecting checks without working
Spokane health district sues former employee for collecting checks without working
WSU researchers, including 'Dr. Christmas Tree,' are chipping in on a multi-million dollar project to develop the ideal Christmas tree
WSU researchers, including 'Dr. Christmas Tree,' are chipping in on a multi-million dollar project to develop the ideal Christmas tree
Two Spokane County Jail inmates die within an hour of each other; overdoses suspected
Two Spokane County Jail inmates die within an hour of each other; overdoses suspected
There's still time to hunt down your own wild Christmas tree
There's still time to hunt down your own wild Christmas tree
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown proposes citywide ban of Kratom and 7-OH
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown proposes citywide ban of Kratom and 7-OH
Getting There: U.S. Transportation Secretary wants you to dress better on flights. Should you? We asked Spokane travelers
Getting There: U.S. Transportation Secretary wants you to dress better on flights. Should you? We asked Spokane travelers
Marijuana linked to bouts of intense vomiting among some long-time users
Marijuana linked to bouts of intense vomiting among some long-time users
Rarefied air: Rockford-raised climber bags the Seven Summits
Rarefied air: Rockford-raised climber bags the Seven Summits
WSU raises tuition, keeping university the most expensive public school in the state as enrollment falls
WSU raises tuition, keeping university the most expensive public school in the state as enrollment falls
Getting there: This year, state workers won't have to use a Howitzer to control avalanches at Snoqualmie Pass avalanche control
Getting there: This year, state workers won't have to use a Howitzer to control avalanches at Snoqualmie Pass avalanche control
An anonymous bag left for air traffic controllers at Spokane International Airport became the talk of the tower this weekend
An anonymous bag left for air traffic controllers at Spokane International Airport became the talk of the tower this weekend
He spent 27 years in prison after he was wrongfully convicted. Last week he won a seat on the Sunnyside School Board
He spent 27 years in prison after he was wrongfully convicted. Last week he won a seat on the Sunnyside School Board
Spokane re-criminalizing homelessness has quick impact on the street
Spokane re-criminalizing homelessness has quick impact on the street
Books, clubs and cooking classes: Colville’s new bookstore aims to be a hub for the community
Books, clubs and cooking classes: Colville’s new bookstore aims to be a hub for the community
Spokane City Council unanimously toughens homeless camping laws with 'Prop 1 plus'
Spokane City Council unanimously toughens homeless camping laws with 'Prop 1 plus'
Getting There: Spokane County Public Works' new headquarters breathes new life into former contamination site
Getting There: Spokane County Public Works' new headquarters breathes new life into former contamination site
New rules on street camping draw bipartisan support from city leaders
New rules on street camping draw bipartisan support from city leaders
No Kings Day rally packs sidewalks in north Spokane
No Kings Day rally packs sidewalks in north Spokane
City reports street outreach has closed nearly 100 homeless encampments in 10 days
City reports street outreach has closed nearly 100 homeless encampments in 10 days
'Mine, baby, mine': U.S. government's critical mineral crusade comes to Idaho, spurring fears from tribe, conservation groups
'Mine, baby, mine': U.S. government's critical mineral crusade comes to Idaho, spurring fears from tribe, conservation groups
Have squash growing out the ears? Library workshops help gardeners learn how to preserve their harvests.
Have squash growing out the ears? Library workshops help gardeners learn how to preserve their harvests.
Five years since a fire blazed through Malden, the rural town is still coping with the effects: 'People have PTSD'
Five years since a fire blazed through Malden, the rural town is still coping with the effects: 'People have PTSD'
Roadless Rule repeal moves ahead; would affect 2M acres in Washington
Roadless Rule repeal moves ahead; would affect 2M acres in Washington
Washington State Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham with health reporter Amanda Sullender
Washington State Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham with health reporter Amanda Sullender
Proposed 100-acre housing subdivision in Pasadena Park looks for support from nearby landowners
Proposed 100-acre housing subdivision in Pasadena Park looks for support from nearby landowners
Washington's hop farmers, a vital part of the world's beer industry, are feeling the pinch of federal policies, a volatile market and environmental challenges
Washington's hop farmers, a vital part of the world's beer industry, are feeling the pinch of federal policies, a volatile market and environmental challenges
Spokane officials have no reason to comment on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, but we asked them anyway
Spokane officials have no reason to comment on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, but we asked them anyway
Spokane River reaches potential water record lows after 'perfect storm' of conditions
Spokane River reaches potential water record lows after 'perfect storm' of conditions
Fire guts industrial building in East Central Spokane
Fire guts industrial building in East Central Spokane
Fish Pockets: Local event honors Cheney student who died during PE accident
Fish Pockets: Local event honors Cheney student who died during PE accident
While Gonzaga's coach was helping Team USA, Mark Few's oldest son also struck gold last summer in Paris
While Gonzaga's coach was helping Team USA, Mark Few's oldest son also struck gold last summer in Paris
Huckleberry season is here. Here's what you need to know.
Huckleberry season is here. Here's what you need to know.
Where's the buzz? Wasps are missing this year across the Inland Northwest
Where's the buzz? Wasps are missing this year across the Inland Northwest
MLB Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who helped put Spokane sports on the national map, dies at 65
MLB Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who helped put Spokane sports on the national map, dies at 65
New WA wildfire law mandates officials to inform pet owners of resources
New WA wildfire law mandates officials to inform pet owners of resources
Spokane Valley's $7 million cross country course may not be ready for scheduled fall events
Spokane Valley's $7 million cross country course may not be ready for scheduled fall events
Bryan Kohberger sentenced to life in prison for University of Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger sentenced to life in prison for University of Idaho murders
Griffin Tavern, newest addition to Gilded Unicorn restaurant brand, opened Monday in old Brooklyn Deli space
Griffin Tavern, newest addition to Gilded Unicorn restaurant brand, opened Monday in old Brooklyn Deli space
Spokane Impact provides new opportunities for soccer players who have disabilities
Spokane Impact provides new opportunities for soccer players who have disabilities
'A legacy project': New section of U.S. Highway 95 opens south of Moscow after years of legal battles
'A legacy project': New section of U.S. Highway 95 opens south of Moscow after years of legal battles
Spokane Parks and Recreation, Public Schools propose new indoor tennis facility
Spokane Parks and Recreation, Public Schools propose new indoor tennis facility
Developer Jordan Tampien faces foreclosure of Brick West Brewing
Developer Jordan Tampien faces foreclosure of Brick West Brewing
Spokane cook Suwanee Lennon lands spot as contestant on PBS 'Great American Recipe'
Spokane cook Suwanee Lennon lands spot as contestant on PBS 'Great American Recipe'
Police suspect arsonist set 6 fires near downtown Spokane
Police suspect arsonist set 6 fires near downtown Spokane
Procession for fallen firefighters departs for Coeur d'Alene: 'This will never leave us'
Procession for fallen firefighters departs for Coeur d'Alene: 'This will never leave us'
Milk and cookies, anyone? Local dairy nonprofit to celebrate its 2nd anniversary this weekend
Milk and cookies, anyone? Local dairy nonprofit to celebrate its 2nd anniversary this weekend
'Connected to the whole world': Thrive hosts youth soccer camp for international children
'Connected to the whole world': Thrive hosts youth soccer camp for international children
Spokane Fire leadership criticizes viral Selkirk the cat, pride flags on parade fire truck as 'selfishness'
Spokane Fire leadership criticizes viral Selkirk the cat, pride flags on parade fire truck as 'selfishness'
Meet the Spokane County Prosecutor's Office newest recruit: O'Malley the Labrador retriever
Meet the Spokane County Prosecutor's Office newest recruit: O'Malley the Labrador retriever
'There's no finish line to learning': Former Seahawk Avril talks football, teaching youth at Spokane Juneteenth celebration
'There's no finish line to learning': Former Seahawk Avril talks football, teaching youth at Spokane Juneteenth celebration
Local Flavors from a local family: Egger family continues legacy in South Perry eatery
Local Flavors from a local family: Egger family continues legacy in South Perry eatery
Louder lunches, passing notes, less failure to cooperate: A look at the inaugural year of cellphone bans in Spokane Public Schools
Louder lunches, passing notes, less failure to cooperate: A look at the inaugural year of cellphone bans in Spokane Public Schools
Gov. Ferguson calls on protesters to remain peaceful ahead of widespread demonstrations
Gov. Ferguson calls on protesters to remain peaceful ahead of widespread demonstrations
Kids and parents compete to keep eggs alive in gravity-defying school tradition
Kids and parents compete to keep eggs alive in gravity-defying school tradition
Union for Washington grocery workers authorizes strike
Union for Washington grocery workers authorizes strike
Class of 2025 - Special coverage at The Spokesman-Review
Class of 2025 - Special coverage at The Spokesman-Review
Wenatchee girls found dead at campsite were bound. Their father hasn't been located
Wenatchee girls found dead at campsite were bound. Their father hasn't been located
The Collector: Transforming a gift into a collection
The Collector: Transforming a gift into a collection
State budget shortfall delays $13 million bridge replacement project in Colfax
State budget shortfall delays $13 million bridge replacement project in Colfax
Opening of new Palisades Park trail marks milestone in decades-long conservation effort by neighbors and one 'charismatic cowboy'
Opening of new Palisades Park trail marks milestone in decades-long conservation effort by neighbors and one 'charismatic cowboy'
State softball: Mt. Spokane vying to win Greater Spokane League's first fastpitch title in nearly 20 years
State softball: Mt. Spokane vying to win Greater Spokane League's first fastpitch title in nearly 20 years
Challenge from Washington and other states to Trump's order ending birthright citizenship makes way to U.S. Supreme Court
Challenge from Washington and other states to Trump's order ending birthright citizenship makes way to U.S. Supreme Court
59-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash involving 100-year-old minivan driver
59-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash involving 100-year-old minivan driver
Songs of belonging: EWU’s Mariachi Las Águilas helps communities embrace their culture on Cinco de Mayo
Songs of belonging: EWU’s Mariachi Las Águilas helps communities embrace their culture on Cinco de Mayo
A family from Eastern Washington was murdered in cold blood 26 years ago. The man convicted for the killings now faces execution in Florida
A family from Eastern Washington was murdered in cold blood 26 years ago. The man convicted for the killings now faces execution in Florida
'Being autistic doesn't make you less human': Some Spokane parents with kids diagnosed with autism worry about RFK Jr.'s comments
'Being autistic doesn't make you less human': Some Spokane parents with kids diagnosed with autism worry about RFK Jr.'s comments
WSU international student records reinstated after Trump reverses course on visas
WSU international student records reinstated after Trump reverses course on visas
'Spokane Scholars now and forever': Area's brightest students awarded scholarships at annual banquet
'Spokane Scholars now and forever': Area's brightest students awarded scholarships at annual banquet
No-Li, Spokesman-Review collaborate on limited edition beer: 'What's more American than the First Amendment?'
No-Li, Spokesman-Review collaborate on limited edition beer: 'What's more American than the First Amendment?'
'A little milk goes a long way': Breast milk can now be donated at Deaconess Hospital
'A little milk goes a long way': Breast milk can now be donated at Deaconess Hospital
Cowles family plans to donate The Spokesman-Review to local nonprofit
Cowles family plans to donate The Spokesman-Review to local nonprofit
'It's amazing to be in business this long': Something Else Deli has been in the family for decades
'It's amazing to be in business this long': Something Else Deli has been in the family for decades
Thousands of protesters line Division Street in Spokane, hundreds more protest in Cd'A to rally against Trump, Musk
Thousands of protesters line Division Street in Spokane, hundreds more protest in Cd'A to rally against Trump, Musk
Washington Legislature considering raising hunting, fishing fees
Washington Legislature considering raising hunting, fishing fees
WSU medical school celebrates 10th birthday, marking nearly 250 medical doctors graduated
WSU medical school celebrates 10th birthday, marking nearly 250 medical doctors graduated
Senate passes Transportation budget that increases gas tax, funds major projects
Senate passes Transportation budget that increases gas tax, funds major projects
Will Spokane breakfast joints crack under the pressure of skyrocketing egg prices?
Will Spokane breakfast joints crack under the pressure of skyrocketing egg prices?
Nearly $5 million in Washington emergency food assistance is canceled by USDA, including over $400K for Spokane
Nearly $5 million in Washington emergency food assistance is canceled by USDA, including over $400K for Spokane
Mother/daughter duo share their wine expertise and passion at Cellar & Scholar
Mother/daughter duo share their wine expertise and passion at Cellar & Scholar
'Are we just left to die?': Spokane health care providers, patients consider Medicaid cuts in roundtable
'Are we just left to die?': Spokane health care providers, patients consider Medicaid cuts in roundtable
Concerto Obscura: The singing ice of Hauser Lake
Concerto Obscura: The singing ice of Hauser Lake
'We're here to remember who we are': Hundreds rally in support of Spokane's Ukrainian refugees
'We're here to remember who we are': Hundreds rally in support of Spokane's Ukrainian refugees
Baumgartner faces angry, disruptive town hall following two months of Trump's presidency
Baumgartner faces angry, disruptive town hall following two months of Trump's presidency
Spokane astronaut Anne McClain, Crew-10 successfully launch to International Space Station
Spokane astronaut Anne McClain, Crew-10 successfully launch to International Space Station
Return to Space - Special coverage at The Spokesman-Review
Return to Space - Special coverage at The Spokesman-Review
Yasuhara Middle School NASA launch watch party ends with popsicles, no Anne McClain launch
Yasuhara Middle School NASA launch watch party ends with popsicles, no Anne McClain launch
Spokane replaces downtown garbage cans it rented for $106,000 per year
Spokane replaces downtown garbage cans it rented for $106,000 per year
Local contractors build little free libraries to donate for Women in Construction Week
Local contractors build little free libraries to donate for Women in Construction Week
Spokane astronaut Anne McClain set for Wednesday launch to International Space Station
Spokane astronaut Anne McClain set for Wednesday launch to International Space Station
Air Force veteran gifted keys to new home: 'This is more than walls and a roof'
Air Force veteran gifted keys to new home: 'This is more than walls and a roof'
Domini Sandwiches to reopen in downtown Spokane under new owner
Domini Sandwiches to reopen in downtown Spokane under new owner
Medicaid could be on chopping block after Northwest Republicans help pass House budget measure
Medicaid could be on chopping block after Northwest Republicans help pass House budget measure
Plan to provide free lunch for all Washington students is falling out of favor amid budget shortfall
Plan to provide free lunch for all Washington students is falling out of favor amid budget shortfall
Voices in harmony: Le Donne Choir brings together women of all musical experience levels
Voices in harmony: Le Donne Choir brings together women of all musical experience levels
A Spokane man who fled the Nicaraguan government in fear for his life is detained by ICE, again. His family is bracing for life without him
A Spokane man who fled the Nicaraguan government in fear for his life is detained by ICE, again. His family is bracing for life without him
'We cannot feed ourselves as a country': Northwest agriculture could be in jeopardy if mass deportations happen, farm groups warn
'We cannot feed ourselves as a country': Northwest agriculture could be in jeopardy if mass deportations happen, farm groups warn
Washington moves forward with state-funded EV infrastructure after federal pause
Washington moves forward with state-funded EV infrastructure after federal pause
Spokane students share the meaning of courage at Spokane Black Voices Symposium: 'Not dimming your light in effort of being scared to shine'
Spokane students share the meaning of courage at Spokane Black Voices Symposium: 'Not dimming your light in effort of being scared to shine'
Washington State University names 12th president, first woman in 135-year history
Washington State University names 12th president, first woman in 135-year history
Should Spokane sell naming rights to the Pavilion? Mayor says no
Should Spokane sell naming rights to the Pavilion? Mayor says no
Dozens gather in downtown Spokane to protest Elon Musk
Dozens gather in downtown Spokane to protest Elon Musk
High school students and teachers review books the Community Library Network is considering restricting from minors
High school students and teachers review books the Community Library Network is considering restricting from minors
'I'll have what she's having': Spokane's Sydney Sweeney makes cameo in Super Bowl ad re-creating iconic 'When Harry Met Sally' scene with Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal
'I'll have what she's having': Spokane's Sydney Sweeney makes cameo in Super Bowl ad re-creating iconic 'When Harry Met Sally' scene with Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal
Spokane opens new addiction recovery homeless shelter, partially replaces beds for families
Spokane opens new addiction recovery homeless shelter, partially replaces beds for families
Washington joins 21 other states to block federal freeze that could disrupt $27 billion in funding
Washington joins 21 other states to block federal freeze that could disrupt $27 billion in funding
National Library of Medicine's traveling exhibit on HIV/AIDS on display at Central Library
National Library of Medicine's traveling exhibit on HIV/AIDS on display at Central Library
Spokane-area MLK Day events get underway Wednesday, stretch through weekend
Spokane-area MLK Day events get underway Wednesday, stretch through weekend
STA lands $2 million grant for Division Street rapid bus route to Mead
STA lands $2 million grant for Division Street rapid bus route to Mead
New Spokane-area legislators excited for first day of session as work begins
New Spokane-area legislators excited for first day of session as work begins
Macy's closing store in Coeur d'Alene
Macy's closing store in Coeur d'Alene
State Rep. Mike Volz leads list of choices for Spokane County treasurer, but final pick has more steps
State Rep. Mike Volz leads list of choices for Spokane County treasurer, but final pick has more steps
Bird flu continues to egg up prices
Bird flu continues to egg up prices
Housing prices across Spokane skyrocket, pricing many out of the market
Housing prices across Spokane skyrocket, pricing many out of the market
Who will replace Michael Baumgartner? Spokane County GOP releases names, questionnaires for potential new Spokane County treasurer
Who will replace Michael Baumgartner? Spokane County GOP releases names, questionnaires for potential new Spokane County treasurer
How former Gonzaga standouts Jenn and LeeAnne Wirth turned their social media following into a health and wellness brand
How former Gonzaga standouts Jenn and LeeAnne Wirth turned their social media following into a health and wellness brand
Difference Makers: Jolayne Houtz 'lives alongside the grief' of her son lost to hazing, founded an organization to prevent other deaths
Difference Makers: Jolayne Houtz 'lives alongside the grief' of her son lost to hazing, founded an organization to prevent other deaths
Active Living Expo
Active Living Expo
Spokane's unique location and weather can contribute to seasonal depression. Here's how to fight it
Spokane's unique location and weather can contribute to seasonal depression. Here's how to fight it
'She's our early Christmas gift': Dog abandoned in California orchard for weeks finds love in Spokane
'She's our early Christmas gift': Dog abandoned in California orchard for weeks finds love in Spokane
'Getting books in the hands of children' a calling of the Christmas Bureau
'Getting books in the hands of children' a calling of the Christmas Bureau
Cotton candy creations, like puppies, unicorns and Minions, come in wild flavors like grape, maple bacon or dill pickle at shop nestled inside Blissful Whisk
Cotton candy creations, like puppies, unicorns and Minions, come in wild flavors like grape, maple bacon or dill pickle at shop nestled inside Blissful Whisk
EPA declares Upper Columbia River a Superfund site
EPA declares Upper Columbia River a Superfund site
A missing 2-year-old lovebird was feared dead after last week's downtown apartment fire. Then the miracle came
A missing 2-year-old lovebird was feared dead after last week's downtown apartment fire. Then the miracle came
A downtown legacy ends with one final meal at Domini's
A downtown legacy ends with one final meal at Domini's
New kids-focused sports facility opening in Post Falls
New kids-focused sports facility opening in Post Falls
50 years after Ferris High student Laurie Partridge went missing, answers are hard to find
50 years after Ferris High student Laurie Partridge went missing, answers are hard to find
Glittery Old World Christmas ornaments sold in Spokane are the focal point in traditions immortalizing loved ones and fond memories
Glittery Old World Christmas ornaments sold in Spokane are the focal point in traditions immortalizing loved ones and fond memories
Liberty Lake man's Alzheimer's disease stops progressing after drug trial
Liberty Lake man's Alzheimer's disease stops progressing after drug trial
Stepping into the fun: Wild Rose Ramblers offer square dances lessons for all
Stepping into the fun: Wild Rose Ramblers offer square dances lessons for all
Peperzak Middle School surprises namesake holocaust survivor with sapling from Anne Frank's tree for 101st birthday
Peperzak Middle School surprises namesake holocaust survivor with sapling from Anne Frank's tree for 101st birthday
'From the castle': Torra Tea offers elevated sips, like craft cocktails, afternoon tea, soups, and U.K.-inspired bites
'From the castle': Torra Tea offers elevated sips, like craft cocktails, afternoon tea, soups, and U.K.-inspired bites
Spooked in Spokane: Here are 5 Spokane skeleton displays for Halloween
Spooked in Spokane: Here are 5 Spokane skeleton displays for Halloween
'Where all the hard luck falls': Spokane's Matt Mitchell sings of Second and Division
'Where all the hard luck falls': Spokane's Matt Mitchell sings of Second and Division
People remember the officers who treat them with compassion. Spokane Police Sgt. Richie Plunkett is one of them
People remember the officers who treat them with compassion. Spokane Police Sgt. Richie Plunkett is one of them
Ultimate Bagel ending its run as a Gonzaga neighborhood mainstay
Ultimate Bagel ending its run as a Gonzaga neighborhood mainstay
New Yoke's store the latest showing of an 'exploded' population in Airway Heights
New Yoke's store the latest showing of an 'exploded' population in Airway Heights
Survival of the delicious: Downtown Spokane's newest bars and restaurants
Survival of the delicious: Downtown Spokane's newest bars and restaurants
East Central murder suspect barricades himself in car on I-90, closing freeway
East Central murder suspect barricades himself in car on I-90, closing freeway
Feeding young minds: County libraries use federal program to provide snacks to children and teens
Feeding young minds: County libraries use federal program to provide snacks to children and teens
Expect a colder, wetter winter as temperatures begin to drop this week
Expect a colder, wetter winter as temperatures begin to drop this week
Could your teens sleep in a little longer? Spokane School Board ponders changes to calendars and start times
Could your teens sleep in a little longer? Spokane School Board ponders changes to calendars and start times
On the hunt for artistic squashes
On the hunt for artistic squashes
Spokane Children's Theatre brings 1899 New York City newsboys strike to life with Disney's 'Newsies'
Spokane Children's Theatre brings 1899 New York City newsboys strike to life with Disney's 'Newsies'
Flaky croissants, stacked muffins and oozing cinnamon rolls 'fly off shelves' of new Leaven Bakery & Patisserie in Deer Park
Flaky croissants, stacked muffins and oozing cinnamon rolls 'fly off shelves' of new Leaven Bakery & Patisserie in Deer Park
Potato manufacturer Lamb Weston to lay off hundreds in Connell
Potato manufacturer Lamb Weston to lay off hundreds in Connell
'Art brings us together' for 15th year of Terrain
'Art brings us together' for 15th year of Terrain
Gonzaga leaving West Coast Conference to join Pac-12 in 2026
Gonzaga leaving West Coast Conference to join Pac-12 in 2026
Cantwell, Garcia and Baumgartner, Conroy will debate in Spokane on Oct. 8
Cantwell, Garcia and Baumgartner, Conroy will debate in Spokane on Oct. 8
Spokane just sweltered through the city's third-hottest summer on record
Spokane just sweltered through the city's third-hottest summer on record
$50 date nights: Dinner and drinks for you and your honey, all for $50 or less
$50 date nights: Dinner and drinks for you and your honey, all for $50 or less
Pac-12 expansion: Wrapping up a wild day of conference realignment
Pac-12 expansion: Wrapping up a wild day of conference realignment
BRU Coffee Hause aims to be 'a part of something more than coffee'
BRU Coffee Hause aims to be 'a part of something more than coffee'
The remains of Spokanite Janice Blackburn Ott were found 50 years ago. She's so much more than a Ted Bundy victim
The remains of Spokanite Janice Blackburn Ott were found 50 years ago. She's so much more than a Ted Bundy victim
4 Bavarian tourists visited Leavenworth. Here’s what they thought.
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