Greater Spokane Progress

05/31/2026

The push to pursue, charge and later convict three Spokane residents of federal conspiracy against a government officer during a protest is the first-known case in Eastern Washington’s history, concerning supporters and the former acting U.S. attorney in the district about the future of the U.S. g...

05/31/2026

By Natasha Hill and Sarah Harmon

05/27/2026

By Paul Dillon and Brian G. Henning

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Let's get back to the fundamentals!
Join us for Civics 101: How to Engage with Council, a community workshop to help residents better understand local government, upcoming changes to Council, and how to use your voice as a constituent in some of the City's most pressing items.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers

You'll learn:
✅ The Role of Council
✅How to give effective public testimony
✅Tools, tips, and resources to stay engaged

Bring a friend, bring your community, bring your organization, bring your questions and of course, bring your feedback.

05/05/2026

04/30/2026

Youth Take the Streets for May Day ✊🏽
📆 Friday, May 1
⏰ 4pm Youth March | 5pm Rally
📍Riverfront Rotary Fountain***
No Work. No School. No Shopping.
Young people from across Eastern Washington are coming together to organize for justice and a future where all of us can thrive. If you’re able to step away from work, school, or spending, join us in disrupting business as usual.
We know not everyone can step away from work, school, or essential responsibilities—and that’s real. Participating in May Day doesn’t look just one way. Everyone has a role to play in building collective power.
If you can’t fully participate, you’re still part of this. Make a plan ahead of time—get what you need early, avoid big corporations, and choose to support local. Start conversations with coworkers, friends, and classmates. Every choice matters.
This is collective action. Everyone has a role.
🔥 Tax the Rich
🧊 ICE out!
🏡 Invest in our families
🚫 Reject the billionaire agenda
They are few. We are many.
*** Note: Due to Bloomsday activities, the rally and March will now begin at the Riverfront Rotary Fountain.

04/30/2026

Voters will be asked this August whether to renew a 0.2% sales tax funding the Spokane Transit Authority for another 20 years, following an at-times contentious board vote Wednesday.