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4 arrested in Spokane in Pullman theft spree - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Eastern Washington installing red turf - ESPN
Dick Cheney suffers his fifth heart attack: What you need to know - Food Consumer
Strychnine found in meatballs that killed Spokane dogs - Northwest Cable News
Moos hired as athletic director at Washington St - msnbc.com
Victims often delay seeking help; discipline often light or nonexistent - Seattle Post Intelligencer
SCRAPS: WSU confirms poison cooked into meatballs - KHQ Right Now
Zags can claim share of WCC title with win over Broncos - Score
U.S. v. JENNEN - Leagle.com
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U.S. v. JENNENLeagle.comMatthew Campbell, Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho, Spokane, Washington, for defendant-appellant Jason Lee Jennen. ... |
One woman's ordeal brings change to state system - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Spokane businesses cited following investigation into deadly wrong way wreck - KHQ Right Now
Study: Expand medical education, research - WSU Today
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Study: Expand medical education, researchWSU TodayExpansion of the medical education program based at the Riverpoint Campus in Spokane - part of the University of Washington School of Medicine's regional ... |
Possible end seen in fight over new air tankers - The Spokesman Review
The HSUS Offers Reward in Spokane Dog Poisonings - Media Newswire (press release)
Police: Washington state swimmer drowns off Maui - Seattle Post Intelligencer
State's sport fish records program to return - Longview Daily News
Wash. Senate proposes $8.6B transportation budget - BusinessWeek
Washington wrestling team scores - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Washington state Senate Dems want sales tax hike - BusinessWeek
The largest school district in Eastern Washington is replacing its existing ... - 7thSpace Interactive (press release)
Tea party planner admits making 'hanging' remarks about senator, says they ... - Los Angeles Times
Wash. House announces $8.5B transportation budget - BusinessWeek
Gallery listings - The Spokesman Review
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Gallery listingsThe Spokesman Review(509) 280-6195 CenterPlace - Watercolors by Patricia (Trish) Elser and works by other Spokane Valley Arts Council members; works from the Harken collection, ...and more » |
Memorial service set for John Babcock, Canada's oldest WW1 veteran - The Canadian Press
Worst on ramp ever - The Spokesman Review
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Worst on ramp everThe Spokesman ReviewThe population in southwestern Spokane has increased greatly in the past few years and Highway 195 is our only real option when travelling downtown, ... |
Midday links: Bears prepping for big week in Berkeley - Seattle Times (blog)
Washington state at 1:30 pm - Victoria Advocate
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Washington state at 1:30 pmVictoria AdvocateSPOKANE — As expected, William Moos on Wednesday was named the new athletic director at Washington State University. The former WSU football player and ... |
Washington 3A Wrestling Championships - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Rain expected through the afternoon - The Spokesman Review
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Rain expected through the afternoonThe Spokesman ReviewLight snow has brought no major traffic problems to the Spokane area this morning as temperatures hover around 32 degrees. “For the most part, the roads are ...and more » |
Science competition challenges students - The Spokesman Review
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Science competition challenges studentsThe Spokesman ReviewCo-sponsored by Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University and Washington State University Spokane, the competition was held by the Spokane ... |
SCHOOLS: 2 elementary schools in Tri-Cities to get free greenhouses - Mid Columbia Tri City Herald
Theater Listings: Feb. 26 — March 4 - New York Times
Anglers hooking trophy walleyes - The Spokesman Review
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Anglers hooking trophy walleyesThe Spokesman Review... 7-ounce walleye he caught on the lower Spokane River near Fort Spokane on Feb. 20, 2010. Tiz the season for Washington anglers to catch lunker walleyes, ... |
Avista pushes back Reardan wind farm construction - Seattle Times
EWU student wounded in Cheney shooting; 4 arrested - Seattle Times
Taxes on precious metals will cost jobs, revenue | Guest op - Auburn Reporter
Career Fair in downtown Spokane on Wednesday - KHQ Right Now
Washington Youth Soccer approved to host three national-level courses in 2010 - Seattle Times (blog)
EAKINS v. HUBER - Leagle.com
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EAKINS v. HUBERLeagle.comCounsel for Appellant(s), Dustin Douglass Deissner, Van Camp & Deissner, 1707 W. Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201-1817. Counsel for Respondent(s), ... |
Toyota Prius recall list has six Washington State vehicles on it - Examiner.com
Bill Moos offered the Washington State athletic director's job - OregonLive.com (blog)
Seattle watches from the sideline as Portland, Spokane earn right to host NCAA ... - Seattle Times
Ambassadors Group Declares Quarterly Dividend - MarketWatch (press release)
Lupine, deformed calves linked - Capital Press (subscription)
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Lupine, deformed calves linkedCapital Press (subscription)... paralyze fetuses when consumed by cows during pregnancy, said Tom Platt, Washington State University Lincoln-Adams-Spokane County Extension educator. ... |
Police are Searching for a Dog Poisoner - WCTV
3 teens charged as adults in Cheney shooting - The Spokesman Review (blog)
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3 teens charged as adults in Cheney shootingThe Spokesman Review (blog)Trevien M. Mims, 17; Damon M. Morris, 17; and Clovy Jaramillo, 16, appeared in Spokane County Superior Court Thursday on charges of drive-by shooting, ... |
STATE v. GARLAND - Leagle.com
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STATE v. GARLANDLeagle.comJulia Anne Dooris, Gemberling & Dooris PS, 2920 S. Grand Blvd, Spokane, WA, 99203-2530. Counsel for Respondent(s), Jennifer Lynn Johnson, Benton County ... |
Conservation easement to protect long-held property - The Spokesman Review
Winter Olympics: Lysacek wins the gold medal in men's figure skating - Digital Sports Daily
USC basketball: Kevin O'Neill shares some details about call with NCAA ... - Los Angeles Times (blog)
KHQMemorial service in Wenatchee for slain teen
WENATCHEE, Wash. - Nearly 2,000 people turned out for a public memorial service in Wenatchee for a 17-year-old high school student who was killed and left on the bank of the Columbia River.
Suspected bank robber arrested outside another bank
SPOKANE, Wash. - A suspect described by police as being cool and collected while robbing a Banner Bank inside a Northeast Spokane Safeway Monday evening has been arrested.
Police: Man, in critical condition, intentionally struck by driver
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police say a hit-and-run near 10th and Oak Monday was not a collision, but an intentional assault.
SCRAPS: WSU confirms poison cooked into meatballs
SPOKANE, Wash. - Washington State University confirmed with SCRAPS Thursday that suspicious meatballs found on Spokane's South Hill last week contained the poison strychnine. Tuesday, officials with WSU confirmed with a homeowner that the poison was found in a meatball on her property near Regal and the Palouse Highway. The meatballs are suspected in the death of her dog. SCRAPS had been waiting for tests to be conducted on meatballs found at two other locations on the South Hill.
STA proposes service reductions amid economic downturn
SPOKANE, Wash. - Due to a two year decline in sales tax revenue, Spokane Transit is seeking to reduce service by two percent in 2010 and even more in the following years if sales tax revenue does not significantly increase.
Detectives searching for material witness in murder investigation
SPOKANE, Wash. - Detectives are searching for a material witness in a murder investigation who is also wanted on a misdemeanor warrant. Colleen Sue Janson, 49, was an associate of suspects who murdered 50-year-old of Timothy Eby on December 7, 2008.
Obama defends Democrats-only health bill
WASHINGTON. - President Barack Obama has defended the idea of pushing health care overhaul legislation through Congress with no Republican votes. It was a rare public declaration from the president in support of the controversial procedure that congressional leaders have been mapping out behind closed doors.
Child support trial set in Palin, Johnston case
PALMER, Alaska. - A judge in Alaska has set a date for the child support trial of Bristol Palin and the father of her son but urged the two to work out a resolution before then. Bristol Palin attended the 20-minute hearing Thursday at Palmer Superior Court but Levi Johnston did not appear or participate by phone.
Legislator: Charge adults more for not buckling up
BOISE, Idaho. - Adults caught in a car without their seatbelts on in Idaho could see their costs rise five-fold. Rep. Rich Wills, a Glenns Ferry Republican, introduced a bill Thursday to add court costs of $41.50 to the existing $10 fine levied on adults who don't buckle up.
Three suspects arrested in Pullman crime spree
SPOKANE, Wash. - A Pullman, Washington crime spree was settled Tuesday morning when a deputy stopped to check the welfare of a stranded motorist on Highway 195 near Plaza. The deputy, along with a reserve deputy, was on patrol in south Spokane County when they spotted a green Ford Explorer parked with its hazard lights on. The two stopped to see if someone needed help and noticed a note on the steering wheel telling "Danny" that "Heather" had gone for gas.
Richland lab installs 850 border radiation monitors
RICHLAND, Wash. - Every car and truck that enters the United States through a customs station along the Canadian or Mexican borders now is screened for radioactive contraband with a system installed by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Autopsy: Trainer likely died from drowning, trauma
ORLANDO, Fla. - Officials say trainers had to coax an aggressive whale into a smaller pool and use a platform to lift it out of the water before they could free a colleague from its jaws.
Trailer destroyed in fire
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho. - A travel trailer was completely destroyed in a fire Thursday morning. The fire broke out in the 3100 block of N. Government Way in Coeur d'Alene.
2009 snow-caused roof collapse helps fire crews extinguish east Spokane structure fire
SPOKANE, Wash. - Fire investigators will remain on scene Thursday working to determine the cause of a two alarm fire that broke in the 4000 block of E. Main Thursday morning. The fire broke out around 5:40 a.m. in the Trumark building and was centered in the middle of a large warehouse area inside what was described by fire crews as vacant office area. Fire Chief Bobby Williams said the fire spread quickly through sidewalls and into the insulation of the warehouse.
Spokane businesses cited following investigation into deadly wrong way wreck
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Two Spokane businesses have been found in violation of state liquor laws following an investigation into a triple fatality collision in Spokane in December. One of the vehicles involved in the collision was being driven by 22-year-old Sterling Kruger who was traveling west in the eastbound lanes of I-90 and who was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol when he hit another car head-on.
Wash. governor approves suspension of anti-tax law
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Gov. Chris Gregoire has approved a measure that will temporarily suspend the tax-limiting constraints placed on lawmakers by voter-approved Initiative 960. Gregoire signed the bill Wednesday afternoon, just days after the Legislature approved the measure. The bill spurred two weeks of heated debate in both the House and Senate. I-960 made it harder for lawmakers to raise taxes or to close tax exemptions, which is why the Democratic majority wanted it suspended.
Man in critical condition following north Spokane County collision
ELK, Wash. - A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday after the car he was riding in was struck broadside by an SUV in north Spokane County.
New home sales fall
WASHINGTON. - Sales of new homes plunged to a record low in January, underscoring the formidable challenges facing the housing industry as it tries to recover from the worst slump in decades.
Spokane Valley man accused of kidnapping, assaulting Yakima woman
YAKIMA, Wash. - A Spokane Valley man was arrested Monday night in Yakima on charges that he kidnapped and assaulted the mother of his child. The 30-year-old woman told police she and the 34-year-old suspect had a child together and he came to Yakima from the Spokane area for visitation. She told police she got into an argument him before he forced her, at knife point, into her own car.
Orlando SeaWorld worker killed by whale
ORLANDO, Fla. - Officials in Florida say a veteran 40-year-old trainer at SeaWorld was killed by a whale when she slipped and fell in its tank. SeaWorld Orlando President Dan Brown says officials are investigating but it appears to be an accident.
3 plead not guilty in Seattle bus tunnel robbery
SEATTLE, Wash. - Three men charged with robbery in connection with the Seattle bus tunnel beating captured on video pleaded not guilty at their arraignment Wednesday in King County Superior Court.
Crooks capitalize on census info; learn how to protect yourself
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Census happens every ten years, but a lot has changed since 2000 - especially the tactics used by scam artists.
SUV blows through intersection and flips; not weather related
MEAD, Wash. - A SUV with two elementary-aged girls in it flipped on its side after the driver illegally drove through an intersection and was struck by another car.
Swine flu slows down in Washington state
SEATTLE, Wash. - State health officials say the spread of swine flu has slowed in Washington state, but the illness has not disappeared. Health Department spokesman Tim Church says five more people have been hospitalized with swine flu during the past week, but no more deaths have been reported.
Idaho universities submit student tuition requests
BOISE, Idaho. - The presidents of Idaho's public universities will seek student tuition and fee increases between 9.9 percent and 12.4 percent for next year.
Memorial service Thursday for slain Wenatchee teen
WENATCHEE, Wash. - A memorial service for 17-year-old high school student MacKenzie Cowell will be held Thursday in Wenatchee at Town Toyota Center.
Oregon traffic stop leads to cocaine seizure
ASHLAND, Ore. - Oregon State Police say a traffic stop near Ashland led to the arrest of a Washington state man and woman and seizure of more than 13 pounds of cocaine valued at about $150,000. Jackson County Jail records show both have Immigration and Customs Enforcement holds.
City may end sidewalk-alcohol sales earlier
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho. - The Coeur d'Alene City Council will consider a recommendation to cut off sidewalk-alcohol sales to sitting patrons an hour earlier as a possible way to make sure the downtown area remains safe heading into the summer season. Councilman John Bruning says the downtown area doesn't want to get a reputation as the Wild West.
Gov. Gregoire changes tax bill signing time
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Gov. Chris Gregoire has changed the time Wednesday for signing a bill that will allow lawmakers to raise taxes on a simple majority vote. The signing had been scheduled for 10 a.m. and was moved to 4 p.m. in her conference room at the Capitol.
Career Fair in downtown Spokane on Wednesday
SPOKANE, Wash.- Wednesday afternoon at 2:00p.m. the downtown Spokane Convention Center will play host for a big Career Fair. Students and Alumni of area universities are invited to attend the Wednesday's Job Fair free of charge. Those invited include students and alums from Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University, Washington State University-Spokane and Whitworth University.
Two people transported to the Hospital after SUV rollover
SPOKANE, Wash. - Right now emergency crews are on the scene of a collision involving two vehicles at W. 2nd Ave and Walnut St. One of the vehicles, a black SUV, rolled several times. The collision occurred around 8:15 p.m. Tuesday night.
Jackie's Jersey Milk recalling raw milk
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) - Jackie's Jersey Milk is recalling raw milk because it may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria.
New technology to allow home appraisal from the air
SPOKANE, Wash. - Tuesday, Spokane County Commissioners voted to purchase new technology that will allow the County Assessor's Office to appraise homes from the air. The decision to purchase follows a nearly $350,000 budget cut to the Office last year. County Assessor Ralph Baker said that cut meant the loss of five appraisers and without those employees - or the new technology - the office would be unable to fulfill its constitutional obligation of fairly appraising homes.
Accused church rapist pleads not guilty
SPOKANE, Wash. - A 48-year-old man accused of raping a Spokane woman inside a local church pleaded not guilty in court Tuesday.
Poison strychnine detected in suspicious meatballs
SPOKANE, Wash. - According to officials at Washington State University, the poison strychnine was detected in a meatball found on Spokane's South Hill last week. Three dogs have been reported dead after eating meatballs found in their yard.
House panel OKs hike for invasive species stickers
BOISE, Idaho. - A House panel backed increasing fees for invasive-species stickers on rafters, kayakers and out-of-state boaters, over objections from non-motorized boaters.
Hunting records bill moves forward
BOISE, Idaho. - Lawmakers are pushing to restrict hunting records after a wolf advocate published the names of 122 successful wolf hunters on a web site last month. Republican Rep. Judy Boyle of Midvale told the committee the government should protect people who legally hunt from unfair harassment.
South Hill residents on cougar watch
SPOKANE, Wash. - Residents in one South Hill neighborhood are on alert after a cougar sighting there over the weekend. Handmade signs posted in the neighborhood warn that the cougar was seen in the area of 65th and Ray around noon Saturday.
Wash. House announces transportation budget
OLYMPIA, Wash. - The Washington state House is unveiling its transportation budget proposal, calling for a $1 billion jump from last year's budget thanks to an influx of federal stimulus money.
Wash. leaders split on sales tax hike for budget
OLYMPIA, Wash. - State leaders are split over the idea of a sales tax increase to help balance Washington's $2.8 billion budget deficit. Senate Democrats want to raise the sales tax three-tenths of a penny. But Democratic Gov. Chris Gregoire doesn't like that approach. And House Democrats still haven't settled on a tax package. Legislative leaders are revealing their dueling budget-balancing plans Tuesday in Olympia. The House version would cut less from state spending.
Auburn teacher charged with sex with student
SEATTLE, Wash. - A teacher at a church school in Auburn has been charged with raping a student in a relationship that began in August of last year when she was 15. King County prosecutors said 49-year-old Scott Allen Spies of Auburn was charged Thursday with child rape and sexual misconduct with a minor. The police report filed with charging papers says the consensual sex usually took place at Spies' home but also at least twice in his office at the Auburn Adventist Academy.
Panel opens hearing on Toyota safety issues
WASHINGTON. - A hearing into Toyota's safety issues has opened with some critical remarks by chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's investigative panel. Rep. Bart Stupak accused the Japanese automaker of misleading the American public about the cause of sudden acceleration problems. The Michigan Democrat says Toyota eliminated electronics as a possible cause before it had fully analyzed the problem.
Police: North Spokane robbery suspect cool and collected
SPOKANE, Wash. - Police say the suspect who robbed a Northeast Spokane Banner Bank Monday evening was cool and collected throughout the ordeal. The robbery happened just before 5:30 p.m. at a Banner Bank located inside the Safeway near Hamilton and Mission. Spokane Police Officer Brian Eckersley says the suspect, a white man in his 40s, was calm as he approached a bank employee and handed that employee a note demanding money and stating that he was armed.
Wash. Legislature OKS suspension of I-960
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - The Washington state Legislature has passed a temporary suspension of Initiative 960, just ahead of House and Senate Democrats unveiling their budget proposals
Wash., Kan. governors support Boeing tanker
WASHINGTON (AP) - Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire has joined Kansas Gov. Mark Parkinson in the nation's capital to announce a bipartisan coalition to support Boeing's bid for an Air Force contract to produce a fleet of new tanker planes.
Police searching for driver after hit-and-run
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police are searching for the driver of a car involved in a hit-and-run that sent a man in his late 30s to the hospital with life threatening injuries Monday afternoon.
Center for Justice director to resign
SPOKANE, Wash. - Breean Beggs, the self-described chief catalyst for the public interest law firm Center for Justice, announced his resignation today citing both fewer financial resources at the firm and aspirations for a future run for public office.
'Sexting' increasing among teens
SPOKANE, Wash. - If you don't know what 'sexting' is, ask your teen. There's an increasing chance they know and, at some point, have participated in the practice that's been on the rise in recent years. The definition of sexting is simple: The act of sending sexually explicit messages or photos, electronically, primarily between cell phones. According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, 20 percent of teens have admitted to some form of sexting.
Authorities investigate new poisoned meatball complaint
SPOKANE, Wash. - For the fifth time in less than a week, animal control officers are investigating a report of suspicious meatballs being found near animals on Spokane's South Hill. Three dogs have been reported dead after eating meatballs found in their yard which some believe is tainted with poison. An official with Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Services (SCRAPS) says meatballs found on the South Hill will be sent to Washington State University for testing.
Lawmaker says documents show Toyota deception
WASHINGTON. - Toyota says federal prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into the company's safety problems, while the Securities and Exchange Commission is probing what the automaker told investors.
Cheney drive-by suspects expected in court Monday; victim still hospitalized
CHENEY, Wash. - Four suspects arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in Cheney over the weekend are expected to make their first court appearances Monday afternoon. The victim, who has since been identified as EWU student Sharanbir Grewal, was shot in the hand following a confrontation outside a restaurant. Witnesses were able to give police a good description and officers arrested four suspects, ages 15, 16, 17 and 19-years-old. The four are from Spokane.
Boise man files suit over sex offender label
TWIN FALLS, Idaho. - A Boise man has filed a $5 million lawsuit against the state over a suspended policy that led to him being labeled a violent sexual predator. In court papers, 56-year-old Mark S. Wicklund claims he was damaged by the designation, which is no longer being applied to sex offenders in Idaho.
New credit card law is mixed blessing
NEW YORK. - A sweeping credit card law that takes effect Monday has been widely anticipated by consumers who believe banks have been taking advantage of them for too long. The law was supposed to prevent banks from using tactics that put borrowers deeper into debt. Yet, it still allows loans and cards with crushing terms. INSIDE>> What's in the new credit card law?
Obama puts forward $1 trillion health care plan
WASHINGTON. - President Barack Obama is offering a fresh proposal for overhauling health care, days before he convenes a bipartisan health care summit. His plan would provide coverage to more than 31 million Americans who are now uninsured, at an estimated cost of about $1 trillion over 10 years.
Movie shoot causes big bang in downtown Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. - An explosion rocked the streets of downtown Spokane Sunday afternoon. But it was all for the cameras. Hundreds of onlookers took to the streets and skywalks above downtown, waiting for the big explosion to take place. They watched as a pickup truck raced down Riverside Avenue and collided with a police car at Post Street.
No death penalty sought in Omak killing, rape case
OMAK, Wash. (AP) - Okanogan County Prosecutor Karl Sloan says he will not seek the death penalty if an Omak man is convicted of raping two women and killing one of them.
Ex-principal files claim on overturned conviction
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) - A former Tacoma middle school principal whose rape conviction was overturned has filed a $15 million claim against Pierce County.
Religion teacher accused of sex with student
AUBURN, Wash. (AP) - Auburn police say a religion teacher at a private Christian-based high school has been arrested for investigation of having sex with a female teenage student.
Man drives car into pool on the South Hill
SPOKANE, Wash. - A man in his 70s was transported to the hospital after driving his car into a swimming pool behind a home near E. 37th Ave and S. Glenrose Rd. Fire officials say Saturday afternoon around 3:30, the man drove off 37th onto private property and then drove into the swimming pool.
Coroner: Teen skier had heart condition
SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) - The Bonner County coroner says a 15-year-old skier who was found unresponsive in a tree well in December at Schweitzer Mountain Resort likely died of an undetected heart condition. Kitt Rose listed William Clyde Johnson's death as natural and the cause as "probable fatal cardiac arrhythmia."
Intended pipe bombs discovered in Post Falls rental property
POST FALLS, Idaho - Post Falls police say they are investigating the discovery of two unfinished pipe bombs inside a rental property located in the 200 block of E. 3rd Ave.
Parents: All Haitian 'orphans' had relatives
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) - Not one of the 33 children a U.S. Baptist group tried to remove from Haiti is an orphan, The Associated Press has learned. During a visit Saturday to a rubble-riddled slum where 13 of the children lived, residents told the AP that each one of the youngsters was given away by a parent or close relative.
Investigation into the deaths of 11 horses
TOPPENISH, Wash. (AP) - Yakama Nation police are investigating the deaths of at least 11 horses near the southern boundary of the tribe's reservation over the last few months. Tribal Council Chairman Harry Smiskin tells the Yakima Herald-Republic that few details are available, including whether the deaths are related.
Fire crews knock down house fire in east Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. - Fire crews have knocked down a single story house fire located a E. Boone Avenue and N. Nelson Street. The fire was reported to fire dispatch by and unknown cell phone caller at 7:07 Friday night.
Arraignment for man charged in trooper shooting
SOUTH BEND, Wash. (AP) - The man accused of shooting a Washington State Patrol trooper in the head at Long Beach could face life in prison if convicted. Pacific County Prosecutor David Burke said Martin Jones was arraigned Friday in South Bend on charges of attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault. Jones entered not guilty pleas and his bail was continued at $5 million.
Wash. company recalling 3 soft cheeses
YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) _ A Yakima, Wash., company is recalling three types of Mexican-style soft cheeses sold in Washington and Oregon. An Oregon official says the cheese has been linked to five illnesses.
Police investigating after man flees from collision scene
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police are investigating why a man fled from the scene of collision after rear-ending another vehicle and hitting a tree.
Investigators: Teen driver in fatal wreck had meth
SPOKANE, Wash. - Nearly a week after a 19-year-old girl was killed in a wreck that the Spokane County Sheriff's Office said followed a night of drinking, authorities are asking for drug screening in addition to blood tests for alcohol. While searching the cars involved in the wreck, investigators discovered methamphetamine in the car that Jacoby Bryant was riding in and believe it belongs to the driver, 18-year-old Brooke Reese. Bryant was killed in the collision.
SCRAPS: Dogs' deaths linked, suspicious meatballs may be cause
SPOKANE, Wash. - SCRAPS believes the deaths of three dogs on Spokane's South Hill Friday are linked and may have been caused by suspicious meatballs soaked in an unknown substance.
Boeing sends more than 1,000 layoff notices
CHICAGO, Ill. - Boeing Co. says it is sending out layoff notices to more than 1,000 people, most of them technology workers in Washington state and California.
Stranger pulls child from burning van, then disappears
ABERDEEN, Wash. - An Aberdeen, Washington family wants to properly thank a mysterious stranger who helped save a little girl from a burning mini-van. The man walked away from the scene after making sure the girl, her brother and mother were all OK. Michelle Wilson was in the drive-through of the Aberdeen Jack in the Box Wednesday when she noticed smoke coming from the back passenger door.
WSP trooper sues man in shooting
SEATTLE, Wash. - A Washington State Patrol trooper has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the man accused of shooting him in the head in Long Beach.
Elderly man attempts to chase down wallet thief
SPOKANE, Wash. - A man in his late 80s was crying as he attempted to chase down the man who had just stolen his wallet, according to a witness who called Crime Check. Last Sunday, the man and his wife allowed the thief into their home after he told the couple he was a window washer. Once inside their home in the 8100 block of E. Upriver Dr., the man, instead of 'counting windows' like he said, grabbed the homeowner's wallet and ran from the home.
Tea party planner says she made 'hanging' remarks
SPOKANE, Wash. - An organizer of a weekend "tea party" gathering in eastern Washington says she was the speaker who called for one of the state's Democratic U.S. senators to be hanged, drawing applause from the crowd. Dianne Capps of Clarkston admitted Thursday night that she made the remark about Sen. Patty Murray, but said it was taken out of context. Capps' comments Saturday at the gathering in Asotin, Wash., were captured by television station KLEW of Lewiston, Idaho.
3 detained in Haiti return to Idaho
BOISE, Idaho. - Three of the eight missionaries that had been detained in Haiti for three weeks have returned to Idaho.
Tiger Woods: "I have bitterly disappointed all of you."
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.- In a press conference at 8:00 Friday morning, Tiger Woods told his family, friends and fans that he is "deeply sorry" for his selfish and irresponsible behavior. He said, "I cheated and I felt entitled," then added, "I am not." The world's number one golfer has not talked in public since his traffic accident Nov. 27 triggered shocking revelations about Woods' infidelity.
Idaho Firearms Freedom Act shoots 1 over feds' bow
BOISE, Idaho. - In yet another shot from Idaho over the federal government's bow, a Republican lawmaker wants Washington D.C. to keep its mitts, and its laws, off guns and ammunition manufactured in his state.
State lawmakers bash Congress to gain voter favor
COLUMBIA, S.C. - With tax collections tanking and jobless rates at record highs, state legislators are appealing to conservative voters by bashing the federal government. Lawmakers in 44 states have introduced measures warning Congress not to trample states' rights. Dozens of other bills oppose the government on issues including gun control and health care.
Oldest Canadian vet of WWI dies at 109
SPOKANE, Wash. - The oldest Canadian veteran of World War I has died at the age of 109. John Babcock died Thursday in Spokane, where he has lived since 1932, according to a press release from Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper.
Budget challenge lies ahead for Legislature
OLYMPIA, Wash. - With the Legislature's session half over, Washington state lawmakers still are looking at how to address a $2.8 billion budget shortfall. But that doesn't mean they've been idle. The biggest fight so far has been over temporarily repealing Initiative 960, in which voters mandated a two-thirds majority vote of the Legislature to raise taxes. Democratic leaders say they need the flexibility to raise taxes to balance the budget.
Source: Pilot left Web note before crashing plane into Texas building
AUSTIN, Texas. - Law enforcement officials say the small plane that slammed into a building in Austin, Texas, today was piloted by a software engineer angry with the IRS who apparently set his home on fire before crashing his plane.
Idaho man won't be charged for shooting wolf
SANDPOINT, Idaho. - A Boundary County man will not be charged for shooting a wolf that was bothering his dog in northern Idaho.
Spokane police arrest suspect in Craigslist scam
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane police say a man arrested with the help of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, police may be responsible for fraud cases across the country involving Craigslist. Police say 26-year-old Joshua Mulvey would advertise items, persuade buyers to send money and then fail to turn over the goods.
Police arrest father, son pair on drug related charges
SPOKANE, Wash. - A father and son were arrested Thursday morning on drug related charges. Police believe 20-year-old Kruz Hawkins has been selling marijuana to high school students and his father, Ricky, knowingly allowed the sales to take place on his property on W. Crown. Police seized 11 marijuana plants from the home as well. INSIDE>> Slideshow
Obama sets up deficit panel without help from Hill
WASHINGTON. - President Barack Obama has announced a new bipartisan commission to take on deficit-reducing responsibilities that Congress has been reluctant to embrace. The move came a day after he touted the $862 billion economic stimulus program. The administration has forecast that the deficit will hit a record a record $1.56 trillion for the budget year ending Sept. 30.
Man taken to hospital after crop duster crash
COLFAX, Wash. - A Colfax man was taken to the hospital Thursday after crashing a crop duster plane shortly after take-off from the Colfax airport.
ID schools won't face 2010 cuts in new budget plan
BOISE, Idaho. - Idaho public education wouldn't have to cut its budget this year but faces $86 million less in 2011, under a likely budget scenario introduced by budget leaders.
Police asking for tips about slain Wenatchee girl
WENATCHEE, Wash. - Police continue to follow up on tips about the slaying of a Wenatchee High School student but they could use more as a task force looks for the killer of 17-year-old Mackenzie Cowell.
Missionaries return to US, most staying in Kansas
MIAMI, Fla. - Eight American missionaries released from custody in Haiti are back in the U.S., but the ones from Idaho are not yet going home. An attorney says Paul Thompson, his 19-year-old son Silas and Steve McMullin are expected to join Paul Thompson's brother-in-law Drew Culberth in Topeka for an indefinite length of time. The Thomspons and McMullin are from Twin Falls. The group's leader, Laura Silsby, and her former nanny, Charisa Coulter, remain in a Port-au-Prince jail.
Smoking banned in Seattle parks
SEATTLE, Wash. - A ban on smoking in Seattle parks takes effect April 1. Parks Superintendent Timothy Gallagher announced the ban Wednesday as a health measure to protect people from second hand smoke.
Three teens in custody following South Hill stabbing
SPOKANE, Wash. - Three teens are in custody after a Tuesday night stabbing on Spokane's South Hill.
Haiti judge frees 8 of 10 American missionaries
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti. - Eight American missionaries have been freed from a Haitian jail, nearly three weeks after being charged with child kidnapping for trying to take a group of children out of the quake-stricken country. Looking bedraggled and sweat-soaked, the eight walked out of the jail just after dusk Wednesday escorted by U.S. diplomats. They waited until they were safely inside a white van before flashing smiles and giving a thumbs up to reporters.
Spokane prosecutor fires election opponent
SPOKANE, Wash. - Deputy prosecutor David Stevens has been fired after announcing he would challenge his boss, Spokane County prosecutor Steve Tucker, in the upcoming election. Tucker fired Stevens after a Wednesday meeting. Tucker said he fired Stevens because he was disruptive to the workplace after announcing his intention to run in the upcoming election. Tucker told KHQ that Stevens began outlining changes he would make in the office including which employees would be fired.
Wash. gov asks for $600 million in taxes for deficit
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Gov. Chris Gregoire wants a total of $605 million in higher taxes to help fill the state's budget deficit. In a letter to state lawmakers, Gregoire says her top priority was looking for taxes that wouldn't handcuff the fragile economic recovery. The biggest item in Gregoire's revenue plan is a near-tripling of the tax rate on oil products and other pollutants. She also is asking for taxes on pop, cigarettes, candy and a penny-per-ounce tax on bottled water.
New report offers detailed look at the nation's health, county-by-county
WASHINGTON. - How healthy are people where you live? Are you better off than neighbors in nearby towns and suburbs? Wednesday, researchers published what's believed to be the first county-by-county health report. These new county health rankings answer questions about health for each of the more than 3,000 counties in America. Spokane County is ranked No. 23 out of the 39 counties in Washington. Kootenai County is ranked No. 9 out of the 42 counties in Idaho.
Toyota probing Corolla power-steering problems
TOKYO. - When Congress holds hearings on the Toyota recalls, the company's president won't be there. He says he's going to let Toyota's executives based in the United States handle those
questions.
North Spokane Corridor gets $35 million under TIGER program
SPOKANE, Wash. - Four months after a Spokane group traveled to Washington D.C. to request funds to extend the North Spokane Corridor, Senator Patty Murray announced the project will be receiving $35 million in additional funding. When completed, the North Spokane Corridor will be a 60-mile per hour, limited access highway with a direct connection to I-90. The corridor doesn't have conflicts with schools, parks, shopping areas, or pedestrians, but has reasonable access to these areas.
First came love, then came marriage-night arrests
LEWISTON, Idaho. - A marriage got off to a rocky start after the 21-year-old groom from northern Idaho was arrested twice on his wedding night and charged with assaulting his new wife in nearby eastern Washington.
Fire at vacant apartment suspicious, officials say
SPOKANE, Wash. - Fire officials are calling a fire that broke out in a vacant Northeast Spokane apartment suspicious in nature.
Fed: Unemployment will stay high over next 2 years
WASHINGTON. - The Federal Reserve predicts unemployment will stay high over the next two years because recession-scarred Americans are likely to stay cautious making for only a moderate-paced economic recovery.
Wenatchee women urged to beware of killer
WENATCHEE, Wash. - With no suspects in the killing of a Wenatchee High School student, police are telling young women in the Wenatchee area to take extra precautions.
Obama says stimulus bill saved troubled economy
WASHINGTON. - President Obama says the emergency legislation he signed a year ago to help the struggling economy has saved at least 2 million jobs and avoided a deeper recession. Speaking on the first anniversary of the American Recovery and Investment Act, Obama said that embracing the $787 billion measure"wasn't a politically easy decision." Obama also acknowledged that current economic conditions don't "feel much like a recovery" to those who are still hurting.
Two arrested, one at large in Whitman Co. burglary
WHITMAN COUNTY, Wash. - Two Spokane men were arrested Tuesday, and deputies are looking for one more in the Auvil Warner Rd. burglary investigation in Whitman County. Sheriff's deputies say William McBride of Oakesdale and Denny Baldwin of Spokane are believed to be involved in the January 21 burglary, which involved the theft of materials worth more than $50,000 dollars.
2002 Olympics picture leads to boy's story of survival
SPOKANE, WASH - They say a picture is worth a thousand words. In 2002, elementary students were the artists and eight years later one picture drew us to a boy, who had quite a story to tell.
Otter wields budget knife to spur IPTV savings
BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter proposed eliminating $1.7 million in taxpayer funding for Idaho Public Television because its manager didn't offer adequate measures to cut his budget last year.
Possible sexual assaults under investigation at Eastern
CHENEY, Wash. - Authorities at Eastern Washington University are investigating two possible cases of sexual assault relating to recent parties off campus.
Teen back in custody following bathroom break escape
PLUMMER, Idaho. - A 17-year-old who escaped police custody Tuesday afternoon was recaptured by Coeur d'Alene Tribal Police around 5:10 p.m. Tuesday. Timothy Allen had been in a Kootenai County juvenile detention center after his arrest following a police pursuit in early February. Tuesday, Allen was taken to tribal court at a Coeur d'Alene Tribe justice center to face charges unrelated to the February pursuit when he made his escape.
Investigation into crash that killed teen continues
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane County Sheriff's Office is preparing search warrants to allow investigators access to two cars involved in a Sunday morning wreck that left a 19-year-old dead. The office says 18-year-old Brooke Reese, driving a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am, tried to turn left at a high rate of speed when she collided with a BMW, driven by 18-year-old Taylor Marean, trying to pass her. Both cars slid off the road into a tree on Hatch Road on Spokane's South Hill.
Shootings may be gang related
SPOKANE, Wash. - Two shootings early Sunday morning are currently under investigation and may be gang related, according to Spokane Police.
Climber's body recovered in St. Helens crater
MOUNT ST. HELENS, Wash. - Authorities say the body of a climber who fell into the crater atop Mount St. Helens has been recovered. The Skamania County Sheriff's office says the body of Joseph Bohlig was found Tuesday, more than a day after the 52-year-old man tumbled 1,500 feet. Bohlig, of Kelso, Wash., reached the summit with a climbing partner after a four-hour hike Monday.
Spokane Valley reporting fewer potholes
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. - The number of potholes reported in Spokane Valley has declined over the past season due to a milder winter, improved methods for repairing potholes and recent street paving on the County sewer projects on some of the older streets in the City, according to Tim Klein, City Maintenance Superintendent.
Suspect in Long Beach WSP shooting goes to court
LONG BEACH, Wash. - The man accused of shooting a Washington State Patrol trooper in Long Beach is the husband of a woman whose car was being towed after a drunken driving stop.
Washington Senate approves tuition control to 3 schools
OLYMPIA, Wash. - The state Senate wants to hand tuition-setting authority over to the leaders of the three largest state universities. The proposal was endorsed 29-19 late Monday. It applies only to the University of Washington, Washington State University and Western Washington University.
Govt demands Toyota recall documents
WASHINGTON. - The Transportation Department is formally demanding documents related to Toyota's massive recalls in the United States to find out if the automaker conducted three of its recalls in a timely manner. The documents demand that the company tell the government when and how Toyota learned of the safety defects in millions of vehicles.
Man killed in Lincoln County head-on collision
LINCOLN COUNTY, Wash. - A 55-year-old man was killed Monday night after veering into oncoming traffic on I-90 at Fishtrap and striking another car head on.
Ten people, four dogs, two snakes and a cat safe after Post Falls house fire
POST FALLS, Idaho- Ten people were evacuated from their rental home at 1530 N. Lincoln Avenue in Post Falls early Tuesday morning following a fire. Fire officials say one woman suffered minor burns in the fire and was transported to an area hospital, but there were no other injuries. Kootenai County Fire Information Officer Jim Lyon tells KHQ the fire broke out just before 1:30 a.m.
Wash. Senate would open petition signatures
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - The state Senate has voted to make the names and addresses of those who sign initiative and referendum petitions public records, weighing in on a case that's currently at the U.S. Supreme Court.
Rescuers suspend search effort on Mount St. Helens
MOUNT ST. HELENS, Wash. (AP) -- Authorities say high winds have forced them to suspend the rescue effort for a climber who fell into the crater at Mount St. Helens when a cornice of snow collapsed.
Wash. gov signs bills into law, first of 2010
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Gov. Chris Gregoire has signed three bills into law, the first of the 2010 legislative session. It's an "early savings" package from the Legislature's Democratic majority. They don't save very much money, compared with the state's $2.8 billion budget deficit. But the idea was to send a message that the government is making spending cuts. The major savings were about $45 million.
Newspaper: Tapes of Clemmons show anger at police
SEATTLE, Wash. - The Seattle Times reports that the man accused of killing four police officers last fall earlier told his wife in a series of jailhouse phone calls that he would never again be arrested, face a judge or be jailed.
Taliban step up attacks in besieged Afghan town
MARJAH, Afghanistan. - The Taliban appear to be using the cover of darkness to slip behind U.S. lines in Marjah. Marines and Afghan soldiers came under repeated counterattacks in the Taliban's Helmand province stronghold today. Small, mobiles teams of insurgents fired rifles, rockets and grenades at the joint force from the cover of compounds already deemed free of weapons and explosives. By midday, at least six large gunbattles were being fought across the town.
WA House: Paid surrogacy should be legal
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Women could get paid for being surrogate mothers under a bill approved by the state House.
Power outage may delay release of Americans
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti. - Haiti's creaky, quake-damaged electrical system has delayed a ruling on whether 10 Americans charged with child kidnapping can be released.
Suspect arrested in Trooper shooting
LONG BEACH, Wash. - A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a Washington State Patrol Trooper over the weekend. Martin Jones, of Seaview, was arrested in Long Beach overnight and booked in Pacific County Jail in South Bend on attempted murder and assault charges in the shooting of Trooper Scott Johnson. Johnson was shot early Saturday morning while taking inventory on a car that was about to be towed.
Use of temps may no longer signal permanent hiring
WASHINGTON. - When employers hire temporary staff after a recession, it's long been seen as a sign they'll soon hire permanent workers.
Sheriff: Authorities believe body is missing teen
WATERVILLE, Wash. - The Douglas County sheriff says there are no suspects in the slaying of a young woman whose body was found along the Columbia River at Crescent Bar. Sheriff Harvey Gjesdal said investigators are hoping tips will break the case. The body has not been positively identified, but investigators are working on the assumption it's 17-year-old Mackenzie Cowell. The Wenatchee High School student was last seen leaving a beauty school class Tuesday in Wenatchee.
Mount Vernon says day honors just one president
MOUNT VERNON, Va. - Is today Presidents Day or George Washington's birthday?
Gov't: 34 deaths alleged in Toyotas since 2000
WASHINGTON. - The government has received new complaints alleging 34 deaths in Toyota vehicles due to sudden acceleration since 2000. Many of the complaints have been filed in the past three weeks.
Cameras stolen from four area elementary schools
SPOKANE, Wash. - If you live near an elementary school, Spokane Police and Spokane Public Schools want your help after four security cameras were stolen from four separate area elementary schools.
Amber alert issued for 1-year-old girl canceled
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - Coeur d'Alene Police have canceled an Amber Alert for a 1-year-old female infant by the name of Aspen Little. The Washington State Patrol located Aspen Little and her mother Tiffany Little at 5:20 p.m. in the town of Mabton, Washington. The Washington State Patrol is in process of their investigation and is cooperating with Idaho authorities. Aspen Little is unharmed.
Man sees ferret in MRI scan
MOSCOW, Idaho. - Forget about protecting the privacy of medical records, Leonard Koepke is showing an MRI of his shoulder to anyone who will look. The roofing contractor says a shadowed image appears to be the head and tail of a ferret. "It's just a really cool anomaly," he said with a smile, "it's not Elvis, it's not the Virgin Mary, it's a ferret." Koepke had the images taken after years of pain in his shoulder. His doctor diagnosed the pain as a rotator cuff injury.
KREMCoeur d'Alene man's home destroyed by fire
Outpost readers name KREM 2, Tom Sherry local favorites!
Old phone scams making a comeback in Spokane County
Deputies to fly to Indiana to pick up unregistered Spokane sex offender
One person ejected after car crash on HWY 2
Washington State Patrol says one person was taken to the hospital.
Aryan Nations looking to move to Oregon while keeping roots in North Idaho
One of two North Idaho branches of the Aryan Nations says it is moving to rural Oregon.
Native American pictographs defaced near Hells Gate State Park
House turned juvenile detention center loses certification
Test results back from meatballs found on Spokane's South Hill
Teen drive-by shooting suspects in court
The juveniles are being charged as adults. Thursday they made their first court appearances.
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