A communications startup in Coeur d'Alene geared toward detecting harmful language is getting a big boost from local investors and notable people in the tech world. 

HardTarget Inc. launched 15 months ago to prepare affluent families against the threat of cybercrime through gamified learning activities. 

Early-stage funding for founders of startups in the Pacific Northwest, including the Spokane area, is expected to improve this year following a stubborn downturn in funding activity in 2023 and 2024.

The Franklin Park Shopping Center property that holds the former Burlington Coat Factory building and the neighboring Rite Aid store was sold for $10.2 million last month.

The Journal of Business recognized its 25 People of Influence in a sold-out event last week at The Spokane Club.

Wade Hunt has been named president of MultiCare Deaconess and Valley hospitals, succeeding Greg Repetti, who had held the position since 2020 until retiring in October.

DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center hotel was purchased for $35 million in December by Spokane Hotel LLC.

Uno Más Tacos & Tequila opened in the North Monroe Business District earlier this month, at 2020 N. Monroe.

Gonzaga University has named its 27th president, Katia Passerini, who will succeed Thayne M. McCulloh effective July 15.

The Spokane-Coeur d'Alene aerospace tech hub has received $48 million in federal funding.