Sacred Heart back open after potential explosive investigation
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Sacred Heart Medical Center's emergency room is back open after an investigation into a potentially explosive device found on a patient. Providence said a patient…
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Former Spokane County worker to repay $1.38 million in stolen public funds
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A former Spokane County worker who pleaded guilty to first-degree theft was ordered to repay $1.38 million in stolen public funds and serve prison time. According to court documents, Rhonda Sue Ackerman, who worked as a liability…
Court order prohibits police from sharing further information on Moscow murders
MOSCOW, Idaho -- Moscow Police are no longer allowed to share information on the University of Idaho student murders case due to a nondissemination order.…
Police ask for public’s help identifying South Hill bank robbery suspect
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane Police are asking for the public's help to identify a bank robbery suspect. Police are asking for information on the man…
New Dollar General store opens in Elk
ELK, Wash. -- A new Dollar General store is now open in Elk, Washington. The new location is located at 40203 N. Newport Highway, and it's open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day. DG plans to provide Elk…
Fatal crash now clear from US 195 near Spangle
SPANGLE, Wash. -- US 195 near Spangle is now back open after a fatal crash. The crash occurred near Bradshaw Road and a truck and car were involved. Washington State Patrol said 54-year-old Jeannette Lavance, from Lewiston, died in the…
WSDOT captures cougar using I-90 wildlife undercrossing
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. -- The Washington State Department of Transportation was able to capture a cougar using the I-90 wildlife undercrossing, just a few miles east of Snoqualmie. https://twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass/status/1610020610343858176?s=20&t=MpwkQDLR5B765T7fyrR5cg According to WSDOT, it's the second cougar that's used the undercrossing structures.…
Idaho murder suspect pulled over twice during road trip from WA to PA
SPOKANE, Wash. — New details have emerged regarding the days before Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger was arrested. According to Kohberger's public defender, Kohberger and his father were pulled over twice during their road trip from Pullman, Washington to Pennsylvania.…
WSU women’s basketball falls to Colorado, 65-54
PULLMAN, Wash. -- The Washington State women's basketball team took another loss on Sunday, falling to Colorado 65-54. The Cougs fought hard throughout but were once again missing their…
WSU starts 2023 off with a win, beats USC 81-71
PULLMAN, Wash. -- The Washington State Cougars were shooting the lights out against the USC Trojans on New Years Day, beating them 81-71. Five different players…
Idaho murder suspect’s family releases statement
MOSCOW, Idaho -- The family of Bryan Kohberger, the suspect in the murders of four University of Idaho students, has released a statement on his arrest. Here is the Kohberger…
I-90 eastbound lanes open after truck fire
SPOKANE, Wash. -- All lanes of eastbound I-90 on Sunset Hill are back open after a truck fire. Washington State Patrol says the truck driver was hit by another car while he was exiting the truck. The driver has a…
WATCH: Drone video over house where Moscow murder suspect was arrested
4 News Now has obtained drone footage showing two officers in the driveway of the home where Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger was arrested. The video was…
Chapin family thanks law enforcement for arresting suspect, providing ‘form of closure’
MOSCOW, Idaho -- The family of Ethan Chapin, a victim in the quadruple murder that occurred at a home in Moscow, Idaho on November 13, responded to the announcement of law enforcement arresting a suspect in the case. They say…
Man shot, killed by Post Falls police on I-90 identified
POST FALLS, Idaho -- The man who was shot and killed by Post Falls police after "intentionally" hitting several vehicles and patrol cars has been identified. Police say 57-year-old Randy Ness, of Post Falls, was shot and killed by at…
WSU chancellor on Moscow murder suspect’s arrest: ‘This horrific act has shaken everyone’
PULLMAN, Wash. -- Washington State University has released a statement following the arrest of Bryan Kohberger, a suspect in the University of Idaho murders. Kohberger was a WSU graduate student who completed his first semester as a PhD student in…
Gov. Brad Little, Moscow Mayor speak on murder suspect’s arrest
MOSCOW, Idaho -- Many organizations are reacting to the news of Bryan Kohberger's arrest, a suspect in the quadruple murder in Moscow, Idaho. Moscow Mayor Arthur Bettge thanked law enforcement for their commitment to this case. Here is Mayor Bettge's…
Here are some fun events you can attend on New Year’s Eve
SPOKANE, Wash. -- If you need plans to bring in the new year, there are quite a few fun events going on around the Inland Northwest. First off, one of the biggest fireworks show in the region will be happening…
Man sentenced to life in prison without parole for murder in Lewiston
LEWISTON, Idaho -- Clyde Ewing was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Thursday for the murder of 31-year-old Sam Johns. According to court documents, Ewing and his son rode bikes from Clarkston to Johns' house…
Local law enforcement searching for stolen excavator in North Idaho
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Local law enforcement is asking for the public's help in locating a stolen excavator, believed to be in the North Idaho area. The Spokane Regional Auto Theft Task Force says a CAT 305 E2 Mini Excavator was…
What to bring before you make a road trip this winter
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Making a long road trip around this time of year can be treacherous, but there's a few things you can bring to make it easier, just in case. The Washington State Department of Transportation made a winter…
Police believe shooting in Othello is gang related, deputies investigating
OTHELLO, Wash. -- Police have released the name of one of the three suspects in custody for a shooting that occurred in Othello Tuesday night. The Adam's County…
Water pouring onto crosswalk on Monroe Street under I-90
SPOKANE, Wash. -- If you are walking under the I-90 bridge in downtown Spokane, you might want to bring an umbrella. On Monroe Street, one of the joints…
Man shot at Spokane Valley apartment complex, suspect in custody
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- A man was shot at an apartment complex in Spokane Valley Tuesday afternoon, and police have detained a suspect. Deputies responded to…
Spokane couple accused of stealing trailer arrested in Lewiston
LEWISTON, Idaho -- Lewiston Police officers arrested two people from Spokane who are accused of stealing a trailer and possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine. The Lewiston Police Department was notified of a missing 2022 Roadrunner Cargo trailer on Sunday. An ISP…
Gonzaga back in top 10 of AP Top 25 Poll
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Gonzaga is back in the top 10 of the AP Poll. The Zags are ranked No. 10 as of December 26. The team was at the No. 11 spot the previous week. The Bulldogs were as low…
Snoqualmie, Blewett Pass reopen, Stevens remains closed
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Several mountain passes across Washington are back open after experiencing temporary closures. Blewett Pass on US 97 has reopened after a jack-knifed semi truck blocked all lanes near Ingalls Creek Road. The crash has been cleared, and…
Deputies arrest suspect in shooting at RV Park
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A suspect in a shooting that occurred on December 20 at an RV Campground has been arrested. Deputies arrived at 10904 N Newport Highway on December 20 at 10 p.m. to a reported shooting. Deputies located a…
Man shot, killed in domestic violence incident in Medical Lake
MEDICAL LAKE, Wash. -- A woman was arrested after a man was shot and killed in Medical Lake on Friday. The Spokane County Sheriff's Office says a caller reported hearing a gunshot and screaming at an apartment complex at 227…
University of Idaho professor sues TikTok user for defamation
MOSCOW, Idaho -- A University of Idaho professor has sued a popular TikTok user for defamation, saying she is blatantly accusing her of the Moscow murders. Ashley…
Missing endangered person located
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane Police say Charles Hill, who was previously reported missing, has been found. Police say Hill is now safe. The public is thanked for cooperating.
Idaho Transportation Department captures ‘snownado’ on film
POCATELLO, Idaho -- You may have seen a dust devil before, but have you ever heard of a snow devil? An employee with the Idaho Transportation Department captured a snow devil, or snownado on film near Pocatello on Wednesday. https://twitter.com/IdahoITD/status/1606346735277600768?s=20&t=zWQZQe_MEXpqnCQA-1KMWw…
Crash blocking 3 lanes cleared from eastbound I-90
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A crash that was blocking three lanes on eastbound I-90 near Arthur Street has been cleared. Drivers are asked to slow down on the freeways, as there have been several crashes on I-90 so far on Friday.…
Extreme Team spreads Christmas cheer to Reverend Happy Watkins
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Mark Peterson and the 4 News Now Extreme Team wanted to squeeze in one last project before the year ends. The team made their way over to Reverend Happy Watkins'…
Spokane Police arrest two additional teens in gun store burglaries
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane Police have arrested an additional two teens in a series of gun shop burglaries. Three total juveniles are now in custody for the burglaries. On November 24, police say a car was driven into a gun…
Spokane Valley completes full residential plow
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Road crews with the city of Spokane Valley completed a full residential plow Thursday afternoon. The 48-hour effort was to clear existing snow and ice from residential streets. Spokane Valley residents who believe that a street…
WSU Police identify officer involved in fatal SWAT shooting
PULLMAN, Wash. -- The Washington State University Police Department has released the name of the officer who shot and killed a man at an apartment complex on…
Northbound US 395 at Hawthorne reopens after crash
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Northbound US 395 at Hawthorne Road has reopened after a crash. https://twitter.com/WSDOT_East/status/1606078672426995716?s=20&t=V5bf7uU-ADkT3zkl1h0bhA The road was closed for about two hours while emergency crews cleared the crash and sanded the road. Drivers are asked to use caution on…
North Idaho College hires second president, discusses loss of accreditation
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho -- Hundreds of community members gathered in the Schuler Performing Arts Center Wednesday night for North Idaho College's (NIC) Board of Trustees meeting. The session began with public comment, with most bickering at the board for recently…
Pay attention to traction requirements on Washington/Idaho passes
SPOKANE, Wash. -- With cold temperatures continuing, and more snow expected later this week, it's important to know the traction requirements when traveling. While you can usually use your best judgment in the metro area, driving across the Washington and…
Multi-vehicle crash closes multiple lanes on eastbound I-90 near downtown Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Eastbound I-90 near downtown Spokane is backed up due to a multi-vehicle crash. Multiple lanes are closed at this time. It appears as though several cars and an Amazon truck were involved. Drivers should expect delays, or…
4 News Now’s First Alert Weather Holiday Travel Forecast
4 News Now's First Alert Weather Team wants you to be prepared for this week's conditions if you plan on traveling. Here's what you need to know: WEDNESDAY Wednesday is a WEATHER ALERT…
Gonzaga defeats Montana at home, 85-75
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Gonzaga Bulldogs are now on a five-game winning streak after defeating the Montana Grizzlies, 85-75. Julian Strawther and Drew Timme both put up double-doubles in the…
86-year-old man dies in crash in Wallace
WALLACE, Idaho -- An 86-year-old man died in a crash in Wallace Tuesday night. The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office received a call about a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash in the 500 block of Burke Road. Deputies and medical personnel transported…
Keep your pet safe during this week’s cold temperatures
SPOKANE, Wash. -- If you're dog likes spending time outside and playing in the snow, you'll want to limit the time they have outside this…
I-90 eastbound over Lookout Passed closed due to snowfall, drivers hitting plows
LOOKOUT PASS, Idaho -- I-90 eastbound lanes over Lookout Pass have been closed due to excessive snowfall and the number of snowplows that have been hit. https://twitter.com/IdahoITD/status/1605369458146824192?s=20&t=ZySrKXcpTpLCsOc-wU81Ww The Idaho Transportation Department says drivers…
Coeur d’Alene Police bring lots of toys, smiles to Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho -- On Sunday, there will be plenty of gifts to rip open at Sacred Heart Children's Hospital, courtesy of the Coeur d'Alene Police Department. Staff at Sacred Heart say not only does this act mean a lot…
Idaho Transportation Department confirms 9 snowplow collisions this season
COEUR D'ALENE, Wash. -- So far this season, drivers have caused nine crashes with snowplows in Idaho. The Idaho Transportation Department wants this number to stay as small as possible. https://twitter.com/IdahoITD/status/1605393293923479552?s=20&t=iyjNbbwF61NjehQd4Fy8pA ITD is calling on drivers to be more cautious…
The Illusionists bring the Magic of the Holidays to Spokane on December 26
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane, are you looking for some holiday magic? The Illusionists are putting on a show at the First Interstate Center for the Arts to bring you a mind-blowing showcase with some amazing acts. The best part is,…
Identity of man shot, killed in Pullman standoff released
PULLMAN, Wash. -- The Whitman County Coroner's Office has confirmed the identity of the man who was shot after a standoff in Pullman. The report says 36-year-old Brent Kopacka was killed on December 15 at 1000 SE Latah Street. The…
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