Author: Zach Walls

Gonzaga's Joel Ayayi steals the ball from a Santa Clara player while Gonzaga coach Mark Few looks on with approval.

Gonzaga to face Tennessee at MSG in 2020 Jimmy V Classic

This will be the Zags' third time playing in the event.

Gov. Little appeals transgender inmate’s sex-reassignment surgery ruling to Supreme Court

An August 2019 Ninth Circuit Court ruling stated that the state of Idaho had to pay for the surgery.

Ferguson hits two companies with Clean Water Act lawsuit

Attorney General Ferguson files lawsuit against gold mining companies

The lawsuit, for violating the Clean Water Act, was filed against Crown Resources and Kinross Gold.

Thank a Hero Shirt from Absolute Printing

Absolute Printing and Spokane Angels announce shirt design contest

Absolute Printing and Spokane Angels partnered up and announced a collaborative T-shirt design content for National Foster Care Month.

The former Umpqua Bank building will be the new downtown Spokane Police precinct

Construction on downtown Spokane police precinct ahead of schedule

The new precinct is beginning to take shape.

Bruncheonette serving up delicious eats to Spokane

Pick up Mother’s Day brunch from these local favorites

Although restaurants remain closed due to COVID-19, you can still treat mom to some of her favorite brunch spots.

Idaho SNAP benefits accepted for online purchases by Walmart, Amazon

Starting May 7, Idaho SNAP benefits can be used to buy groceries online from Walmart and Amazon.

Moscow to open ‘Youth Activities’

The city hopes to open all youth activities as defined in Gov Little's reopening protocol.

Upper Priest Lake trout netting resumes Sunday

By removing non-native trout species, fishery management helps native bull and cutthroat thrive.

Public assistance requested in Blanchard poaching case

The Idaho Department of Fish and Wildlife are looking for help identifying the vehicle of a person of interest in the Blanchard poaching case.

Spokane Police need your help identifying this burglary suspect

Spokane Police seek assistance recognizing a man suspected of a burglary on the South Hill.

Local cycling club donates meals to Ronald McDonald House

The Spokane Valley Cycling Club donated 180 meals from local restaurants to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.

Proceeds from ‘Downtown’ t-shirts to benefit Spokane businesses

Proceeds from the shirts go to local businesses located in downtown Spokane.

Gov. Little announces $300 million in cash grants will be given to Idaho small businesses

As Stage 1 of reopening the Idaho economy commences, Gov. Little will give cash grants to 30,000 small businesses.

North Idaho Goodwill stores to reopen May 1

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest announced their five North Idaho locations will reopen on Friday.

Spokane Valley Fire launches wellness app for employees

The Spokane Valley Fire Department partnered with app developer Cordico to design a wellness app for their employees.

City of Rocks National Reserve vandalized

The popular National Reserve, located in southern Idaho, was vandalized last weekend.

Study finds Connell as most affordable home in Washington State

The SmartAsset study ranked cities in Washington based on home insurance costs and median income, among other variables.

SPS provides updates on grading, items left at school

Spokane Public Schools provided parents, students, and families with more information in an email that went out on Monday.

Nate Hart donating food to Marcus Riccelli

10-year-old asks for donations instead of gifts for birthday

Spokane resident Nate Hart raised $200 for Spokane Food Fighters on his birthday.

Chef Lu’s making free meals for first responders through end of April

The South Hill spot is offering up free meals for police, firefighters, and EMT's for the rest of April.

Shadle Park girls basketball team shows off skills in fun video

The Shadle Park girls basketball team posted a video to YouTube of players and coaches showcasing tricks in quarantine.

Finding the Helpers: Absolute Printing, The PNW Dream unite to bring masks to first responders

The local brands are coming together to fund masks for first responders.

Cheney Principal named 2020 Advocacy Champion of the Year

Erika Burden of Westwood Middle School in Cheney was named the 2020 recipient of the NASSP honor.

UW Medicine to launch COVID-19 antibody testing

Beginning April 21, the University of Washington Medicine Virology Lab will begin antibody testing for COVID-19. The University of Washington Medicine Virology Lab's testing has the potential to process thousands of tests daily.

Reardan staff posts support video for students

The video, which was posted to the school's Facebook page, contains words of encouragement from the staff.

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture to hold 2020 ArtFest online

Both of the MAC's big events usually occur in May, but COVID-19 has changed plans.

Sparkling Ice launches ‘Cheers to Heroes’ campaign

The sparkling beverage company wants to honor unsung heroes across the country.

Second Harvest to light the Stacks orange for Hunger Action Month

Second Harvest handing out produce boxes in Coeur d’Alene Wednesday

The local nonprofit will be handing out boxes of produce on Wednesday.

M’s star, former Zag Marco Gonzales thanks people for staying home

The Mariners lefty posted a video with his wife Monica thanking Washingtonians for following the Stay Home, Stay Healthy order.

Stay home and stay healthy by following these tips

The Washington State Department of Health offers some tips of things to do during stay at home.

Spokane Humane Society celebrates 117th birthday

Spokane Humane Society hosts Easter photo competition

The Humane Society hosted an Easter pet photo contest on their Facebook page on Easter Sunday.

University of Idaho music school streaming performances via Facebook Live

Starting Thursday, the University of Idaho's Lionel Hampton School of Music (LHSOM) will stream free music performances via Facebook Live.

The Points Guy: Best U.S. airlines for 2018

Alaska Airlines announces updates to policies amid COVID-19

The airline provided updates on their website to the company's policy changes regarding COVID-19.

Chelan County Commissioners ban short-term rentals

Popular Central Washington Vacation spots have banned rentals during Gov. Inslee's stay home, stay healthy order.

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Fred Meyer adopts precautionary health measures

Fred Meyer announced Monday that the company would be implementing new health measures, one of which lowers the amount of shoppers allowed in the store.

No-Li Brewhouse continues weekly pub raffle

The brewery offers gift cards to other local pubs and No-Li gear.

Beagles force-fed pesticides, now released and up for adoption

Spokane families find furry friends during quarantine

While most people are cooped up at home getting cabin fever, others are expanding their families at the Spokane Humane Society.

Spokane Fire Department hosting Facebook story times

The Spokane Fire Department is starting a new story time series on Facebook for kids stuck at home, and their first reader was Spokane Fire Chief Brain Schaeffer.