Aaron Forrest Farinacci charged with starting the Old Trails Fire in Spokane
In a recent incident near his home in Washington, Paul Child observed an unknown man acting suspiciously by some bushes near railroad tracks. This happened shortly before Child noticed smoke rising about ten minutes later, which eventually led to the identification of a suspected arsonist. Body camera footage has emerged showing the police detaining a […]
Three people found guilty of federal conspiracy for obstructing an ICE bus in Spokane.
Protesters Found Guilty in ICE Operation Case On Thursday, a trio of protesters, dubbed the “Spokane 3,” were convicted on federal conspiracy charges related to protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Washington state last year. Jack Archer, Judge Forall, and Bajun Mavalwala II allegedly attempted to obstruct federal agents who were […]
Protesters detained as Spokane imposes emergency curfew amid ICE protests
Spokane Declares State of Emergency Amid Protests Spokane, Washington, has announced a state of emergency following protests that escalated when Mayor Lisa Brown imposed a curfew, starting Wednesday at 9:30 PM. The curfew will last until 5 AM the next day. The decision came amid protests stretching from Boone Avenue to Spokane Falls Boulevard, including […]
Washington priest David Gaines attacked during prayer service at Spokane cathedral
The Catholic priest was attacked by a “disturbed gentleman” during a prayer service in Washington on Tuesday as a peaceful ritual collapsed into chaos. Father David Gaines, a parochial pastor at Lords Saint Lady's Cathedral in Spokane, Washington, prayed with Bishop Thomas Daly as the man launched the attack. The attack was during the second […]
Spokane floats commercial rent control despite potential legal challenges
(The Center Square) – Spokane is considering whether to expand its residential rent protections to commercial properties, which could result in legal challenges, while also fining vacant property owners. The city council passed a pair of rental protection measures over the past few months, first expanding the notice period when increasing rates, then codifying a […]