Semi Bird receives WA GOP endorsement at Spokane convention

Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird celebrated his endorsement from the Washington State Republican Party with his supporters at the WA GOP Convention in Spokane.

Police confirm 'clearly audible' racial slur aimed at Utah team

The Coeur d’Alene Police Department said Wednesday in a Facebook post that it is working to determine the "context and conduct" associated with the slur's use to determine if there was a violation of law. Police said they are still reviewing evidence from the March 21 incidents, but it appears that a racial slur was used more than once.

Racial slurs used against Utah basketball team: Detectives
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After combing through hours of security footage, police in Idaho have confirmed racial slurs were used against the Utah women's basketball team while they were in town.

MI State Rep. slammed for Gonzaga 'illegal invaders' post
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Michigan State Rep. Matt Maddock (R) falsely accused the Gonzaga University men's basketball team of being "illegal invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing at the Detroit Metro Airport on Wednesday night.

MI Republican Rep. Maddock slammed for Gonzaga 'Illegal Invaders' comment

Michigan Rep Matt Maddock falsely accused the Gonzaga men's basketball team of being "Illegal Invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing in Detroit on Wednesday.

Utah experienced 'racial hate crimes' during NCAA Tournament

Utah coach Lynne Roberts said her team experienced a series of "racial hate crimes" after arriving at its first NCAA Tournament hotel and was forced to change accommodation during the event for safety concerns. 

President approves Spokane fires disaster assistance
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Much-needed aid is heading to wildfire victims in Spokane after President Biden approved fire disaster assistance.

Child dies Halloween night after dog attack in Spokane

A child died after being attacked by a dog on Halloween night, according to the Spokane Police Department (SPD).

FEMA approves $2.4M to fight Gray Fire, Oregon Fire burning near Spokane

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized federal funds to help crews put out the Gray Fire and the Oregon Fire, currently blazing through Spokane County.

2nd person found dead in eastern Washington wildfires, hundreds of structures burned
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Authorities say a second person has died in wildfires in eastern Washington state that have burned hundreds of structures and briefly closed a section of an interstate.

2 dead, dozens of structures destroyed as 3 wildfires burn in Eastern Washington

Fast-moving wildfires raced through Eastern Washington over the weekend, burning homes and prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people in small rural communities.

Spokane County declares State of Emergency: Gray Fire reaches over 10,000 acres, turns deadly

The Gray Fire, burning near Medical Lake just north of Spokane, has reached 10,085 acres and is 97% contained. Evacuation orders have been downgraded, but more than 185 structures have been lost. Two people have reportedly died. 

3 wildfires continue to burn in Eastern Washington
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Fast-moving wildfires raced through Eastern Washington over the weekend, burning homes and prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people in small rural communities.

West Hallett Fire near Spokane prompts mandatory evacuations

A fast-moving wildfire that ignited near Spokane Monday is prompting mandatory evacuations, Washington state officials said.