Old Trails arson suspect allegedly planned fire in advance
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Aaron Farinacci, the arson suspect who allegedly started the Old Trails Fire in Spokane, told police he had planned setting the fire in advance by researching a serial arsonist, and monitoring weather conditions. Farinacci also told police he allegedly started 25 fires in the area, since July 2025. 

WATCH: Dashcam captures the split second a routine Tennessee traffic stop goes sideways

A shocking dashcam video released by the Tennessee Highway Patrol shows the moment a patrol cruiser was blindsided during a traffic stop, sending it crashing into another vehicle.

Man credited with finding, reporting Spokane wildfire arson suspect
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Paul Child, 64, has been credited with leading police to Aaron Farinacci, who is the man accused of starting one of the major wildfires which have devastated Spokane. 

Wildfire victim rebuilds after losing all belongings
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After losing his home, childhood mementos and a collection of 1,100 DVDs to a devastating wildfire, Spokane journalist Matthew Kincanon learned the fire was set by an alleged serial arsonist. Despite the tragedy and the suspect's court appearance, Kincanon says he refuses to let pain dominate his heart as his community rallies to help him rebuild.  

Does wildfire smoke make people sick?

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Amtrak temporarily suspends service between Seattle, Portland

Amtrak has temporarily suspended service between Seattle and Portland due to a warehouse fire near the tracks at Portland station.

Miss North Carolina USA loses crown after organizer condemns 'racism, homophobia, transphobia'

Miss North Carolina USA was stripped of her crown weeks before the Miss USA pageant after organizers cited an extended pattern of conduct violating the organization's standards.

Spokane, WA fires arson suspect ‘planned for weeks’, court docs say

The man accused of starting one of the major wildfires which have devastated Spokane that he had planned the arson for weeks, according to new charging docs obtained by FOX 13 Seattle.

Relief team offers home cleanup in Spokane fire zone
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Humanitarian organization CORE has arrived in Spokane to help residents create defensible space around their property before wildfire flames approach. Teams are clearing yard debris to prevent flying embers from catching fire and distributing air purifiers to combat heavy smoke.

Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group

The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.

New Mexico sues federal government for release of Epstein files

New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice, alleging the federal agency unlawfully refused to hand over unredacted documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab, will continue recovery at home

Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue intensive physical therapy at home following a fall that led to weeks of treatment.

Seattle police investigate human remains found
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Seattle police homicide detectives are investigating after firefighters put out a fire and discovered possible human remains Wednesday evening in the greenbelt near I-5.

Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit against Rebecca Hill dismissed by judge who says clerk doesn’t owe him for defense

A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit filed by Alexander Murdaugh seeking to recover $600,000 in legal expenses from the county clerk accused of interfering with the jury in his murder trial.

Rep. Chuck Edwards ends campaign after ethics committee cites inappropriate conduct

North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.

Three people charged with making threats in Nolan Wells case

Three people have been charged for making threats to a judge, a witness and local officials tied to the investigation of Nolan Well’s death.

LIVE: Spokane fire update, containment status, evacuations and latest maps

Multiple wildfires in the Spokane region are still forcing thousands to evacuate, and firefighters are now making progress on containment.