Author Archives: Syndicated Content
"Every second counts": First responders and advocates concerned by toddler overdoses in Spokane
Airway Heights, Wash. -- Local nonprofits and first responders are concerned the number of people who die from fentanyl will begin to include more and more children. On Tuesday, Airway Heights Police ...
Mar 11, 2025
'Everything's been volatile.' Local Businesses brace for potential impacts of tariffs
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane businesses are bracing for the possible impacts of President Trump's tariffs on aluminum. Many beloved breweries and distilleries sell drinks in aluminum cans. With the 25% t...
Mar 11, 2025
SPS School Board to decide on selling or leasing six properties, superintendent says move could save $5M
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane Public Schools is considering a new plan that would lease or sell six of its properties in order to save money and better address operational needs in the district. On Wednes...
Mar 11, 2025
As USAID clears out, official directs employees to use burn bags on documents
A USAID official instructed employees Tuesday on "clearing our classified safes" by shredding documents at the embattled foreign aid agency's Washington headquarters.
Mar 11, 2025
After House votes to avert shutdown, Senate Democrats face 'stark' choice
House Republicans passed a bill to fund the government through the end of September 2025. The measure now heads to the Senate, where Democrats face a "stark" choice.
Mar 11, 2025
PLAN AHEAD: Eastbound I-90 lane closures for Tuesday evening
SPOKANE, Wash. - The right lane of eastbound I-90 will be closed starting at 6 p.m., Tuesday. According to the Washington State Department of Transportation, the closure will occur between the Harvard...
Mar 11, 2025
Longhorn Barbecue temporarily closed due to fire in smoking pit Tuesday morning
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Longhorn Barbecue is temporarily closed while crews work to repair and clean up damage done from a smoke pit fire Tuesday morning. According to Spokane Fire Department, the fire happ...
Mar 11, 2025
Major US airlines warn demand is slowing
In addition to two major crashes, airlines point to the uncertain economic future, plummeting government travel and reductions to corporate travel.
Mar 11, 2025
Department of Education lays off nearly 50% of its workforce
Mass layoffs are impacted 1,315 employees of the Department of Education, sources told ABC News.
Mar 11, 2025
Law firm sues Trump administration after executive order targeting its attorneys
Perkins Coie has filed suit against the Trump administration over an executive order that targeted the firm for its work representing Clinton's 2016 campaign.
Mar 11, 2025
