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The Spokane City Council and city employees have launched a community food drive and fundraiser to benefit the Zilch and Bite2Go programs, addressing food insecurity in the region. The initiative runs from October 15 to December 15, accepting non-perishable food and monetary donations to support local children and families.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department hosted a weeklong training on Dialogue Policing, designed to enhance communication between law enforcement and the community during large gatherings. The program included perspectives from community activists, de-escalation techniques, and training scenarios. Multiple agencies from the Spokane area participated in the certification course.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in memory of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The gesture aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive for similar actions across state agency facilities. Flags will remain at half-staff until the close of business.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training event that concluded on October 15, 2025. The program, developed by the Columbus Police Department, aims to enhance communication skills for law enforcement during large gatherings. Officers participated in training scenarios to master de-escalation techniques and engage with community activists.
The Spokane City Council and City Employees will host a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which aid food-insecure families and children. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized the importance of addressing food insecurity, highlighting that 1 in 5 children in the region face hunger challenges. Donations of non-perishable foods and monetary contributions can be made at City Hall.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered all City flags to half-staff in remembrance of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty. Flags will remain lowered until the close of business following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive. The City extends its sympathies to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department co-hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training event aimed at enhancing communication skills for law enforcement. The course, developed by the Columbus Police Department, included sessions with community activists and media to foster understanding and collaboration. Attending officers participated in training scenarios to practice de-escalation techniques and crowd psychology.
The Spokane City Council and City Employees will host a food drive and fundraiser from October 15 to December 15 to support the Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which address food insecurity among local children. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasizes the importance of this initiative in promoting community health and student retention. Donations of non-perishable food items and monetary contributions can be made at City Hall.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in memory of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. This directive aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson's order for state and U.S. flags at state agency facilities. The City extends its sympathies to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at City facilities to half-staff following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive in memory of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The City of Spokane expressed condolences to Bass's family, friends, and colleagues. Flags will remain at half-staff until the end of business.