From Maple to Monroe: Dueling bridge work funnels thousands of drivers into one lane
It’s the time of year that Spokane streets are littered with bright orange signs, which can only mean one thing: traffic jams.
Today's Headlines
Team Egypt visit brings new pitch to Gonzaga University
Updated 9:54 p.m.
Likely illegal, AI-generated attack ad depicts Republican Michael Cathcart as a liberal villain
32-year-old man identified in Valleyford fatal crash
Avista puts data center negotiations on pause
Updated 10:19 p.m.
The innocence of Boundary Waters and the challenges ahead | Then & Now
World Cup 2026: A 0-0 draw and other miracles Americans must learn to love soccer
Updated 9:55 p.m.
Where canoes rule: Paddlers float their wildest dreams in wilderness of 7,000 lakes | Gone Wild
Task force identifies 14 concepts for new Spokane County criminal justice and jail system but specifics undetermined
‘I see myself in you’: Spokane’s Steve Gleason earns American Spirit Award
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World Cup 2026
The Spokesman-Review is spotlighting Egypt — the place, people, and culture — as Spokane welcomes the Egyptian men's national team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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- World Cup 2026: A 0-0 draw and other miracles Americans must learn to love soccer
- 'Viva Mexico!': Spokanites celebrate as Mexico wins opening World Cup game against South Africa
- Global soccer star Mohamed Salah, Egypt teammates dazzle for fans during open World Cup training session
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- Making World Cup safe in Seattle will take hundreds of officers
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Team Egypt visit brings new pitch to Gonzaga University
Updated 9:54 p.m.
Weather
One dead, severe damage after tornadoes, thunderstorms hit Midwest
Updated 10:01 p.m.
Science & Tech
Avista puts data center negotiations on pause
Updated 10:19 p.m.
Northwest Passages Book Club
Upcoming Event:
The Pillagers Guide to Arctic Pianos by Kendra Langford Shaw
July 15, 2026, 7 p.m.
The Montvale Event Center 1019 W 1st Ave Spokane, WA 99201
