As COVID-19 takes its economic toll on business owners and employees during the ongoing health crisis, a number of government agencies, relief organizations, and private enterprises are making resources available to provide assistance. Here are some of th

The state of Washington and Impact Washington say they're working with manufacturing companies – and need more – to redirect their operations during the coronavirus pandemic. Manufacturing companies that have any role in making critical components,

As the world grapples with COVID-19, communicators in health care, hospitality, government, professional services, education, and every other industry are working to ensure their businesses and employees are safe and supported - despite many unknowns an

Effective today, March 18, the Spokane County Regional Health District says it will be limiting public access to the building due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The main entrance will be locked, both sets of elevators will be closed to the public. Any allow

The city of Spokane is delaying 'nonurgent building inspections” until a later date, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Some inspections, however, will be conducted virtually, via videoconferencing, and some will be left to the inspectors' discreti

Coronavirus has affected two of the Spokane area's largest employers, both based on the West Plains. Fairchild Air Force Base disclosed last night that one of its active-duty airmen had tested positive for COVID-19, and Col. Derek Salmi, the base com

Greater Spokane Incorporated and other business groups are gauging early impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, in hopes of helping business navigate the unprecedented crisis.

Spokane County, the cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley, and other area municipalities have initiated emergency declaration procedures to assist the organizations, businesses, workers, and the general population in a regional response to COVID-19.

Lawmakers in Olympia are grappling with how to solve the state's biggest challenges, including our worsening wildfire seasons, sluggish rural economies, and lack of affordable housing.

The city of Spokane and the Washington state Department of Transportation must work together to address mounting U.S. 195 safety hazards to avoid a potential impasse on residential growth in southwest Spokane.