Good morning, Spokane Valley.

The free Strengthening Families Program brings local families together at Cheney High School's library for a seven-week series that teaches communication skills and healthy boundaries — it welcomes families with children ages 9 to 14.

The next session begins April 24 on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and dinner is provided.

A brush fire is burning near westbound I-90 at the Highway 2 and Garden Springs Road exit, blocking the right lane and off ramp access to the airport—drivers are advised to expect delays this afternoon.

A 35-year-old Black man is suing deputy Samuel Turner and the city for allegedly using excessive force after he was pulled from his car, hogtied, and taken to jail on Oct 1 near his Spokane Valley home at HometTowne Studios on E.

Sprague Ave — his lawsuit claims his constitutional rights were violated without probable cause.

Washington state lawmakers advanced a bill that will require gun buyers to complete a safety course and secure a permit before purchase after Senate approval, and the bill now awaits House reconciliation.

Spokane's Maddie's Place, a detox facility that helped over 130 infants, will close if it does not secure $2 million in state funds before its current funding runs out—its future now depends on meeting state budget deadlines.

The City of Spokane and Catholic Charities Eastern Washington have partnered to reserve emergency shelter beds for first responders to move unhoused individuals willing to accept help.

The plan is part of the scattered-site shelter model launched last year by Mayor Lisa Brown—designed to provide flexible shelter options.

Lawyers and community members across the Inland Northwest received an email from the Department of Homeland Security last week instructing them to leave the United States within seven days or face legal action.

Local immigrant rights liaison Olga Lucia Herrera said at least 20 people received the notice—many of whom are asylum seekers or legal residents—and are now scrambling for advice.

On Friday, city and county leaders met in a joint meeting to fight the opioid crisis and plan to use settlement funds.

They said that over the next 20 years, $40 million will help the effort and noted 352 drug-related deaths last year with 137 fentanyl overdose calls this year (a 49% increase).

On Friday, the Spokane Indians lost a back-and-forth High-A Northwest League game 6-5 to the Hillsboro Hops when Angel Ortiz’s RBI single in the eighth gave the Hops the lead.

The Indians, who won the first two games of the series by a combined 16-4, lost two straight one-run games—leaving them to adjust as they continue the series.

Eugene Emeralds vs. Spokane Indians

11:05 AM — Avista Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Eugene Emeralds take on the Spokane Indians live!

Spokane County Career Expo

11 AM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free admission — Discover career resources, coaching sessions, and workshops at the region's largest career expo.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting Skills Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hub Sports Center — Registration fee required — Enhance your shooting and offensive skills with expert coaching and specialized drills.

Vancouver Canadians vs Spokane Indians

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of baseball with themed promotions like Bark in the Park and more.

Spokane's ANHPI Heritage Festival

1-6 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Spirit of Aloha with Asian food trucks, live performances, and fun family activities.

Vancouver Canadians at Spokane Indians

6:35 PM – 5:05 PM — Avista Stadium — Tickets starting at $10 — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup in Spokane Valley.