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In 1976, Spokane River homeowners sued the city and a engineering firm over a massive, intentional sewage dump—160 million gallons dumped to bypass plant upgrades—claiming it endangered health, water, and wildlife, while officials insisted they’d followed environmental rules. Fast forward to 1926: plumber-turned-candidate James F. Perkins launched his campaign blasting courthouse waste, accusing a night watchman of dual jobs and calling the purchasing agent position a political favor, while also promising to slash plumbing costs by standardizing fixtures across county buildings. Both episodes reveal enduring public scrutiny of government accountability and resource management.

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Spokane County’s wildfire survivors are getting a major lifeline as Governor Bob Ferguson declares an emergency to fast-track rebuilding—cutting red tape, slashing costs, and restoring certainty. Homeowners can rebuild under pre-fire rules, bypassing new zoning hurdles, while local governments rush permits with priority reviews. To ease the financial burden, state and local sales taxes on rebuilding materials and labor are being waived, and fees like impact charges and utility hookup costs are being reconsidered—since replacement homes don’t add new infrastructure. Plus, outdated energy codes are being eyed for temporary flexibility, so families aren’t forced into costly upgrades just to get back into their homes. The goal? Rebuild faster, cheaper, and with less stress.

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Wildfires are exploding in scale and severity, fueled by climate change—rising greenhouse gases are heating the planet, drying out landscapes, and creating perfect conditions for catastrophic fires. While short-term weather patterns can mask the trend, the long-term data is undeniable: warmer temps, erratic rain, and shrinking snowpack are turning forests into tinderboxes. The science is clear, yet political will remains stubbornly absent, as leaders prioritize fossil fuel profits over public safety and environmental health—choosing short-term gain over long-term survival.

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Spokane’s oldest daily newspaper, The Spokesman-Review, has been a trusted voice since 1891, offering deep local coverage, national insights, and award-winning journalism—including a 1987 Pulitzer for its Exxon Valdez reporting. More than just news, it’s the heartbeat of the Inland Northwest, connecting communities with reliable, thoughtful reporting that matters.

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When Spokane residents returned from vacation to find their neighborhood miraculously saved from the August Complex fires, they were stunned—not just by the firefighters’ heroic efforts, but by their community’s resilience. Firefighters from across the country, including California, battled the blaze and protected hundreds of homes. One veteran commander called it the most caring community he’d ever seen. This echoes memories of the 1990s Santa Barbara fires, where a local man with a water tank truck saved his block—and homes that survived then shared key features: metal or tile roofs and metal or stucco eaves. Now, advocates push for updated building codes requiring these fire-resistant materials, which won’t stop wildfires but could dramatically reduce home losses. Meanwhile, a dangerous trend emerges: parents buying powerful e-motos for underage kids without licenses, leading to injuries and sparking legal questions about accountability for merchants and parents who ignore the risks.

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Twenty-year-old outfielder Robert Calaz is heating up with eight homers and a .400 batting average in his last seven games, but the Spokane Indians’ season is unraveling after a wild 15-13 loss to Hillsboro. Down nine runs early, they couldn’t hold off a Hops offense that smashed 18 hits, led by rookie Chris Katz’s five-for-six night with a homer and three RBIs. With just 13 games left and four and a half games behind second place, the Indians need pitching stability—and fast—to still have a shot at the playoffs.

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Artemis didn’t get her domain handed to her—she earned it through fierce competition, until a physical change forced her out of the race and into a new role: goddess of transitions, childbirth, and the messy, powerful shift of becoming. While her brother Apollo mocked her for “cuddling animals,” she turned her transformation into strength, embracing a dynamic, evolving power that redefines what it means to win—not by speed, but by shedding old selves and rising anew.

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Downtown Spokane is about to get a major makeover as Millennium Northwest drops nearly two million bucks on four key lots—tearing down old buildings to pave the way for a sleek seven-story apartment tower. Still in early stages, engineers are probing tricky soil conditions beneath the site before finalizing plans, with results expected by October. The developers see this walkable hotspot as vital for downtown’s housing needs and even helped clear city debt by buying parcels from the University District. Both the district and City Council pushed back against turning the land into another parking lot, favoring something more vibrant instead. If permits fall into place, construction could begin late next year—though demolition now is just groundwork for what could become Spokane’s next urban gem.

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Wake up to a sports-packed day: Little League World Series kicks off at 6 AM on ESPN, MLB games feature Cubs vs. Seattle and Atlanta vs. Milwaukee, WNBA heats up with Seattle-Dallas and Indy-Chicago, NFL preseason brings Seattle vs. Tennessee at 5 PM on Fox 28, golf fans follow BMW Championship and LIV Golf Indianapolis across channels, horse racing starts at Saratoga Live at 10 AM, soccer delivers EPL and La Liga action, NWSL games run from 11 AM to 5 PM, and college sports include women’s volleyball on ESPN2/ESPN and Athletics Unlimited softball on MLB Network — it’s nonstop action for every fan.

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Spokane bounced back with a gritty 2-1 home win over Greenville, turning the tide after a shaky performance last week. Goals from an own goal by Zane Bubb and Lucky Opara’s first of the season gave them the lead, but Greenville struck back via Anthony Patti. Spokane’s defense, anchored by Camron Miller’s stellar performance, held firm under pressure, sealing their tenth home win — tied for the league lead.

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