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Washington law requires homes in major ORCA cities (like Spokane) to use three waste bins (green for organic, blue for recycling, gray for general waste) by 2030.

Optional blue and green service starts in April 2027, and the Ecology Department will host a public comment session in Spokane next month.

The FTC and state of Washington announced a $225M settlement against Amway and associates for deceptive practices that pressured consumers into unwanted purchases — changes to the company’s sales practices are required, and affected individuals may be eligible for compensation.

Matt Garvin, dean of Finch Elementary, has turned a room in his home into a LEGO haven displaying about 350,000 pieces + vintage Star Wars and popular sets.

His kid-friendly space lets him and his daughters relive childhood memories through playful problem-solving.

Spokane nursing assistant Ciara Totton won the first annual Charles Potts Poetry Award for her book 'Bodies in Reduction' on eating disorders and recovery, and she will host a publication party at 7 p.m. today at Good Medicine Apothecary downtown.

EPA completed hazardous waste removal from area fires in Spokane today, finishing cleanup measures required to protect public health + environment.

Akin has expanded its Family Resource Center in Spokane to offer weekly supply pickups for essentials such as diapers and cleaning supplies.

The center (located at 2323 North Discovery Place) is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thousands will run in the fourth annual Boulevard Race on Sunday at 10 a.m. at the MLK Way and Erie Street intersection to raise funds for the Community Cancer Fund (supporting cancer patients and survivors) as children cheer and runners note loved ones on their bibs.

On Constitution Day, Chief Justice Debra Stephens and Bar Association President Francis Adewale visited three Spokane schools — Centennial Middle School, Mullan Road Elementary and West Valley’s City School — to teach students about the Constitution's role in democracy.

They shared personal stories and urged young people to join civic life.