Author: Tasha Cain-Gray

Spokane community participates in Drug Take-Back Day

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Spokane area leaders took part in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back day Saturday. The event took place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Northtown Mall. Drug Take-Back Day happens twice a year. The…

Your Bloomsday 2022 guide

SPOKANE, Wash.-- It's back! Runners, walkers, and everyone in between will be filling the streets of Spokane for Bloomsday. Bloomsday 2020 and 2021 were virtual races because of the COVID-19 pandemic. From parking…

Cheney Public Schools names new superintendent

CHENEY, Wash.-- There will be a new leader at Cheney Public Schools starting this summer. School district officials said Dr. Ben Ferney was selected to be superintendent. The board of directors unanimously voted to offer him a contract that will…

Here are the Spokane Public Schools graduation dates

SPOKANE, Wash.-- It's almost time for seniors to put on their caps and gowns. Here's what you need to know if your student is graduating from Spokane Public Schools. Bryant/TEC Thursday, June 9 6 p.m. Bryant Campus IMAGES Tuesday, June…

It's not too late to register for Bloomsday this year

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Bloomsday is right around the corner and it's not too late to register. This year, the race will be back in-person. The in-person race takes place Sunday, May 1. Registration costs $35 until April 28. If you miss…

PHOTOS: Jr. Bloomsday is back!

SPOKANE, Wash.-- About 2,600 kids hit the pavement Saturday for Jr. Bloomsday. PREVIOUS: 2,600 kids to hit the course for Jr. Bloomsday

Airway Heights brush fire extinguished; no injuries reported

AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash.-- The brush fire that forced some evacuations in Airway Heights Friday is extinguished. Firefighters said nobody was hurt nor was any property lost in the flames. The Spokane Fire Department said it got calls about the fire…

Eastbound I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass back open

Heads-up drivers, if you're heading over Snoqualmie Pass, you might want to re-route. Multiple crashes have it shut down westbound. The Washington State Department of Transportation said Saturday evening the pass was closed in both directions. As the crashes cleared,…

What is graupel?

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Did you see some graupel on Saturday? It's frozen and falls from the sky but isn't quite snow or hail. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, graupel is small, soft pellets that form when supercooled water droplets freeze…

Spokane Police: Lucky's Pub shooting suspect in custody

SPOKANE, Wash.-- The Spokane Police Department says one person is in custody and facing charges for the drive-by shooting outside of a downtown Spokane bar. Officers said the suspect faces three counts of drive-by shooting related to the shooting outside of…

Spokane Indians back on the diamond Saturday

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Thousands of fans showed up for the Spokane Indian's home opener Friday. Avista stadium had 4,180 people there to watch the game. The Indians fell to the Vancouver Canadians 8-6 in 10 innings. The Indians and Canadians continue…

Spokane's Casper Fry closing this month

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Casper Fry in Spokane is closing its doors. The southern-inspired restaurant's owners said on Facebook they were selling so they could "attain a little better quality of life for ourselves." The Facebook post thanked everyone for the support…

Spokane Bike Swap and Expo set for April 9

SPOKANE, Wash.-- Whether you have a bike you no longer ride and want to donate or sell or you're on the market for a new one, you can find what you're looking for at the Spokane Bike Swap and Expo. It…

How to download the 4 News Now weather app

Your Monday could be very wet and windy. A stormy day is in the forecast and we want to make sure you're prepared by downloading our weather app. It's a little different than the one you might have been used…