Some have already pulled back on what they’re offering, as federal cuts and heightened demand drive deep worries about what comes next.

Spokane's Criminal Justice Assistance Fund is empty. Now, it can't afford to pay for County jail beds.

Youth jails often close despite roadblocks, leading to higher costs, study shows; WA hikes penalties for excavation infractions; ID lawmakers get update on Star Card; Spokane is out of funds for county jail fees; SRHD pushes greater vaccine uptake with school year approaching.

Spokane Human Rights Commission hosts a community conversation on police violence

This week's Inland Journal examines housing in Washington with excerpts from a recent Greater Spokane forum.

WA climate push could be threatened by Trump EPA proposal; ACA tax credits are set to expire, Sen. Murray wants them renewed; Idaho Senate GOP pushes back against RFK's dam comments; Chief Hall says SPD can reduce use of force.

Pertussis makes a reappearance in Whitman County; Spokane Transportation Director Jon Snyder hopes to close fee loophole for big trucks; public records audit gives Spokane high marks