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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 27, a collision on US 2 near Lane Park Road injured a 22-year-old motorcyclist with a non-life-threatening broken leg when a 79-year-old driver turned west without yielding—police cleared the scene. KHQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 41-year-old man at 11:20 p.m. Monday after witnesses reported he repeatedly hit a pregnant woman in a vehicle on the 7000 block of N. Wall Street and the victim received medical care, while the suspect faces charges of felony domestic violence order violation, assault 4th degree (DV) and unlawful imprisonment (DV). KHQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ After a record Memorial Day weekend, millions of Americans traveled as TSA screened over 18 million people to start a busy summer season. At Spokane International Airport, officials expect more than 4,000 passengers between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. — extra flights to key markets will help meet rising demand. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spokane astronaut Anne McClain held a live video chat with 1,300 local elementary and middle school students Tuesday as she answered questions about life on the International Space Station and encouraged them to pursue their dreams. The event at Gonzaga Preparatory School connected the community with real insights about space travel and overcoming challenges—illustrating her own journey from Spokane to orbit. The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 22, Spokane police conducted an eight-hour Click It or Ticket patrol that issued 123 infractions including 24 speeding tickets, 17 cell phone violations, 33 seatbelt violations and 22 no insurance citations and arrested nine drivers for suspended licenses and missing ignition interlock devices—officials said the effort aimed to curb unsafe driving. KHQ
- ➤ The U.S. Attorney's Office and City of Spokane appointed Annika Tangvald as a special federal prosecutor to handle illegal narcotics cases in the community. She was sworn in on May 19 by Acting U.S. Attorney Rich Barker — her appointment strengthens local efforts to hold drug traffickers accountable. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Five-star guard Ikenna Alozie, the No. 9 high school basketball prospect in the class of 2026, said he will visit Gonzaga in Spokane next month—he did not specify a date and is also planning trips to other top programs. The Spokesman-Review
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End of the Eternal Winter Spring Golf Outing
11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Indian Canyon Golf Course — $230 pp, $750 for a foursome — Celebrate the arrival of spring with a day of golf and camaraderie on the greens.
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Undercard CD Release Party
7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — The Big Dipper — Tickets available — Celebrate the release of Undercard’s latest CD with an energetic set from this Spokane hard rock band.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Spokane Arena — $17 for Kids, $27 for Adults — Experience the thrill of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in an action-packed live show.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
2:30-4 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets required — Experience the thrill as your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks roar to life in this spectacular live event.
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Vanessa Promise Benefit Luncheon 2025
12-1 p.m. — Spokane Convention Center — Registration closed — Discover the impact of Vanessa Behan on local families and how you can contribute.
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The Dollop Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience the hilarity of historical storytelling with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds.
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Air Supply Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spokane Tribe Resort & Casino — Tickets starting at $89 — Enjoy a night of classic hits from the iconic soft rock duo.
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Neverland Adventure
4-6 p.m. — Spokane Community College — Free entry — Experience a magical journey to Neverland with Peter, Wendy, and Tinkerbell.
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Kevin James Thornton Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Last-minute theater tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with Kevin James Thornton.
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Holistic Leadership in Practice Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Course Completion Certificate — Discover conscious leadership through mindfulness and holistic practices.
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