Good morning, Spokane Valley.

William Baldwin, 21, was charged with the murder of 24-year-old Hasani Vita who was fatally shot near the Amazon center on April 21 during a violent argument on Geiger Boulevard amid a gang-related dispute, with Baldwin claiming that another man fired the gun.

At Eastern Washington University, Mariachi Las Águilas is rehearsing the traditional ballad ‘El Pastor’ with soprano Jaqueline Itzel Medina Green as they prepare to perform on May 2 and 3 for Cinco de Mayo—this event in partnership with Encanto Arts will feature guest soloists and a modern twist on traditional mariachi music.

Spokane secured major funding for community projects after the 2025 Legislative Session ended—this package includes $51.7 million for the North Spokane Corridor, $2.271 million for Spokane River Centennial Trail renovations, and additional money for police training expansion, housing support, noise reduction, trail connection, and park upgrades. The funds also support a new municipal 911 service by January 1 and extend plan reviews by six months to better address climate and housing data.

Bloomsday will take place on Sunday, May 4 on West Riverside Ave between Post and Lincoln with the 12 km race starting at 8:30 a.m. for Elite Wheelchair participants, 8:45 a.m. for Elite Women and 9 a.m. for Elite Men.

Participants will pick up race numbers at the Spokane Convention Center on Friday, May 2, 11:30 a.m. — 7 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. — 5 p.m., or Sunday, May 4, 7:30 a.m. — 9 a.m., and the event will conclude with a Champions Awards Ceremony at 9:45 a.m. on the Monroe Street Bridge and a post-race party at Riverfront Park until 2 p.m.

Spokane was chosen to host a team base camp for the 2026 World Cup and a fan zone where locals will watch live matches at Riverfront Park—Gonzaga University will upgrade its pitch for international practice.

Official partners Visit Spokane and Spokane Sports will coordinate plans and events for the upcoming season.

Bloomsday will take place on Sunday, May 4 with a 12 km race starting on West Riverside Ave between Post and Lincoln as thousands of participants gather for the annual event.

Race numbers will be picked up at the Spokane Convention Center beginning Friday, May 2 with sessions on Saturday and Sunday for out-of-town competitors—and the Elite Wheelchair, Elite Women, and Elite Men races will start at 8:30 a.m., 8:45 a.m. and 9 a.m., finishing with a Champions Awards Ceremony on the Monroe Street Bridge at 9:45 a.m. and a post-race party at Riverfront Park until 2 p.m.

Spokane man Craig Gerlack will run Bloomsday—Spokane’s annual 12K race four days away—even after multiple heart surgeries; his steady recovery at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute shows his strong determination to cross the finish line again.

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.

Spokane Indians vs. Tri-City Dust Devils

11:05 AM — Avista Stadium — Tickets available at low prices — A thrilling baseball matchup in Spokane Valley comes alive with the Spokane Indians taking on the Tri-City Dust Devils.

Tri-City Dust Devils at Spokane Indians

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Tickets starting at $17 — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball showdown between the Tri-City Dust Devils and Spokane Indians.

Theresa Edwards Band Live

6:30 p.m. — Bolo's Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music at this neighborhood bar with a casual vibe and giant TVs.