Good morning, Spokane.

Spokane County residents are invited to join the first-ever Battle of the Badges Blood Drive—a friendly competition between the Spokane County Sheriff's Office and Fire District 9 that offers free food from Caruso’s Sandwiches and Artisan Pizza with every blood donation.

Today, The Spokesman-Review continues under Cowles Publishing while plans are set in motion to become a nonprofit if the community matches a $2 million donation within the next 12 months, and the paper will keep its building and six-day print schedule.

The newsroom will add new journalist positions and upgrade its systems as it shifts to a hybrid funding model built to support local journalism.

A 44-year-old man was arrested during a traffic stop on I-90 today for allegedly trafficking narcotics after a three-month investigation.

Despite gloomy weather, hundreds of volunteers cleaned up the banks of the Spokane River during the annual Earth Day cleanup organized by Riverkeeper.

More than 600 people signed up at High Bridge Park — over 300 were working by 10:30 a.m. to remove trash that can pollute local water.

Spokane Transit Authority announced that the Route 11 bus in Spokane will change its route on May 18th to include stops by the Spokane County Courthouse and City Hall.

The new loop — designed to improve service between downtown, the North Bank and Kendall Yards — will help residents better connect throughout the city.

The Spokane Transit Authority announced that Route 11 will change its course on May 18—switching the loop to run by the Spokane County Courthouse and City Hall.

The change is designed to better connect downtown, the North Bank, and Kendall Yards.

Spokane’s Dwight Merkel Sports Complex added a new AED on Saturday to help people with sudden cardiac arrest; the device, placed near the restrooms, has a heated, ventilated cabinet that sounds an alarm and activates a camera when opened — Project 100 said it may improve emergency response.

Jalen Warley transferred to Gonzaga from Virginia after playing at three schools in one year and choosing Gonzaga after a brief visit to Spokane.

He is working on improving his shot while coach Stephen Gentry said he will boost the team’s defense this season — his patience and focus mark his new start at Gonzaga.

Kelvin Sampson recalled his early days at Washington State when he lost 18 straight games and athletic director Jim Livengood trusted him to keep coaching.

Sampson said that Livengood’s belief helped him build a long career that has earned him nearly 700 Division I wins.

G-Eazy Concert in Spokane

8-10 p.m. — Knitting Factory — All Ages — Experience G-Eazy on his Helium Tour with a night of hits and energy.

Medicare Consultation with Inland Empire Insurance

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — CHAS Parkside Medical Clinic — Free consultations — Get your Medicare questions answered by licensed brokers.

Shuttlebirds Workshop: A Twisted Picot

2 PM – 3 PM — Quality Inn Oakwood — Not specified — Experience innovative lacemaking with A Twisted Picot and special vending by Laura and Lauren.

Best 80's Party Ever

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bing Crosby Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live performances of your favorite '80s hits from Nite Wave, who opened for Billy Idol!

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

2:00 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Catch the excitement of live soccer as Spokane Zephyr FC takes on Tampa Bay Sun FC.

Jeremy Piven Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with the acclaimed actor and comedian known for his role in Entourage.

Bruce Cockburn Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience the introspective sounds of legendary Canadian musician Bruce Cockburn as he explores themes of mortality and kindness.

Medicare Information Session with Inland Empire Insurance

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — CHAS Parkside Medical Clinic — Free entry — Get your Medicare questions answered by a licensed broker from Inland Empire Insurance group.

Primary Care Update 2025

7 AM - 4 PM — Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center — Ticket required — Engage with healthcare professionals at this informative conference focused on the latest in primary care.

Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL

7:00 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets from $38 — Experience the magic of circus arts on ice with Cirque du Soleil's innovative production.