Good morning, Spokane.

Spokane City Council is considering a three-month extension of a pilot program that uses smaller shelters in neighborhoods, which has helped 1,000 people and achieved a 41% exit rate from homelessness compared to 7% for traditional shelters.

The extension would last until September 30—an effort to use remaining contract funds and complete the state budget review.

Former Spokane city councilman Ben Stuckart organized a protest on June 11th outside the ICE office to stop agents from transporting a 21-year-old Venezuelan man he legally guardians and was detained when law enforcement arrested other demonstrators and blocked building access — he had urged the community to act immediately.

Hanna Alverson, co-owner of Remedy Kitchen and Tavern, was hit by 19-year-old Cautia McArthur near Monroe at S-S Auto Repair and suffered severe injuries including broken ribs, a fractured skull, pelvic damage and a spinal fracture that will require a neck brace for months—McArthur is also accused in her second crash of the night.

Home Depot is celebrating its new store opening today in South Spokane at 4515 South Regal Street; the store will hire 140 employees—120 of whom are new to Home Depot—and has donated $5,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charity as city officials and community leaders join the event.

Spokane residents protested ICE deportations yesterday by blocking a bus at a Homeland Security facility+ claiming the bus was transporting detainees.

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown declared a state of emergency after ICE protests downtown Wednesday afternoon — she imposed a curfew from 9:30 p.m. until 5 a.m. for areas between Boone Ave and Spokane Falls Blvd, Howard St and Division St, and Riverfront Park.

Spokane angler Dean Powell set a new state sportfish record on May 12 by catching a 1.41-pound peamouth in the Columbia River near the Klickitat River mouth.

His catch—measuring 15 and 1/8 inches—broke the previous 1.12-pound record from 2008.

Beth Stelling Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — $25-$32 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian and writer Beth Stelling, known for her work on popular TV shows.

Dad's Day Dash 5k

9 AM – 12 PM — Manito Park — Entry Fee Applies — Celebrate Father's Day in a scenic park with a fun family 5K run/walk benefiting SNAP.

Nurse John Comedy Night

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — GA $30 / VIP $50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse John as he shares humor from his nursing experiences.

Nurse John Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets from $124 — Enjoy an uproarious night with viral comedian Nurse John sharing his humorous takes on the healthcare world.

Taste of Asia Festival

10 AM – 1 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — A multicultural feast showcasing Asian heritage through cuisine, performances, and interactive activities.

Riverfront Kids Fest

10 AM – 8 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate families with free attraction tickets and skate rentals for all kids under 12.

PMP Certification Classroom Training in Spokane, WA

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Spokane Carpet & Tile — Early bird pricing available — Gain essential project management skills through immersive classroom training and comprehensive resources.

EXIN Blockchain Essentials Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Course Completion Certificate — Gain foundational AI knowledge and prepare for certification in this comprehensive training.

Toast - The Ultimate Bread Experience

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Cost info not provided — Experience the music of the iconic band Bread performed with stunning fidelity by the world's top tribute act.

Patrick Warburton Live in Spokane

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — GA $30 / VIP $55 — Enjoy a night of laughs with TV's beloved Puddy from Seinfeld at the Spokane Comedy Club.