After 50+ years in business, The Long Ear record store in Coeur d'Alene will close July 3. Owners Terry and Deon Borchard say rising rent costs forced the difficult decision, despite the store being busier than ever.

A federal appeals court has blocked mail delivery of mifepristone prescriptions, requiring the abortion pill to be distributed only in person at clinics.

Weekend Pour-cast: Cross the Bloomsday finish line then treat yourself to the "Finishing Touch" at La Condesa in Coeur d'Alene.

One of the biggest weekends of the year for Spokane has arrived. Bloomsday is this Sunday but finding ways to get to downtown that day can be a struggle.

The annual Bloomsday Trade Show opened Friday at 11:30 a.m. marking the official start of festivities for the iconic race's milestone 50th anniversary celebration!

A University High School student turned a construction class project into a life-changing solution. Working with his teacher, the student designed and built a sturdy wooden walker that's properly weighted and comfortable.

Washington state gas prices shatter records at $5.57/gallon. The Inland Northwest faces some of the steepest fuel costs in America. Transportation experts reveal how drivers can cut costs immediately.

FIRST ALERT 4CAST: 😎In the comfort zone for a not-too-warm Friday with sunshine and mid 70s

Downtown volunteers spent the week sprucing up the city - because when you're hosting guests from around the world, you want to make a great first impression.

Police addressed a packed community meeting this week about golf cart and e-bike safety after two hospitalization incidents this year. Starting July 1st, officers will increase enforcement of state laws - especially for children operating these vehicles.

The Stevens County sheriff's deputy shot during a burglary response in Nine Mile Falls has been released from the hospital and is recovering at home with his family.

The Spokane Valley Farmers Market moves to Scale House Market at the Quarry this season. Opening June 5th, Friday nights through August.

Nearly three years after it was approved, Spokane Parks and Recreation says the downtown zipline should be up and running by late summer or early fall.

BREAKING: The House has voted to fund much of the Department of Homeland Security and bring an end to the longest agency shutdown in history.

BREAKING: Spokane police have advised Spokane Schools to put several schools into secure and teach status for a crime near the Manito Shopping Center.

The Spokane Lilac Festival Brewfest returns May 16 at Riverfront Park. More than 30 regional craft breweries and cider producers will showcase their best at the Gesa Pavilion.

Mark Peterson and the 4 News Now Extreme Team continue to make improvements for students, installing drainage to keep the greenhouse classroom clean and preparing for an unbreakable picnic table from the National Forest Service.

A Thurston County judge has temporarily blocked key parts of Washington's new sheriff oversight law.

Students at Gonzaga University rallied Monday, demanding accountability after Black Student Union members faced racial harassment following a February campus event.

A North Idaho mom was hit in the face by a foul ball while standing in her own backyard, leaving her with a black eye.

Two local school districts face setbacks after voters rejected funding measures Tuesday. East Valley's $220 million bond fell short of the 60% threshold with only 50% approval, while Nine Mile Falls' capital levy failed with 45% support.

FIRST ALERT 4CAST: ☀️Sunny and 70s! Dreamy Thursday weather as our warming trend continues

Spokane Transit Authority will ask voters to renew a 0.2% sales tax that funds your bus services. The STA Board approved placing the measure on the August 4, 2026, primary ballot.

Stevens County voters rejected a property tax levy for local libraries Tuesday, with only 46% support. The measure needed a simple majority to pass. Seven libraries across the county now face reduced hours, staff cuts, and fewer programs.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Left lane closed on I-90 near Hamilton Street

Spokane International Airport now serves up authentic local flavors with three new dining spots. Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese, Thomas Hammer Coffee, and Method Juice Cafe have opened their doors this year, giving visitors their first real taste of Spokane.

A 62-year-old Coeur d'Alene woman faces felony charges after striking two vehicles at an Exxon station Wednesday afternoon.

The Supreme Court has weakened a landmark Civil Rights-era law that has increased minority representation in Congress and elsewhere.

Spokane Valley is getting a new ice rink!

State Street in Pullman will be closed on Wednesday for a private sewer service repair.

Two Spokane County school district levies have failed to pass in Tuesday night's special election.

The Spokane City Council is looking into a new way to incentivize property owners to keep mature trees in their yards, a move members of the council say will not only maintain natural beauty but help the environment as well.

FIRST ALERT 4CAST 😎Warmer and drier on Wednesday! Temperatures around 5 degrees above average - Kris

Three 15-year-old girls from Othello High School were killed Sunday afternoon in a high-speed crash that has left their community devastated.

More than 100 years after its construction, the Sunset Bridge shows significant signs of wear that have prompted safety concerns among nearby residents and forced the city to implement traffic restrictions.

A Stevens County Sheriff's deputy was shot during a gunfire exchange with a burglary suspect in Nine Mile Falls early Tuesday morning and is expected to make a full recovery.

JUST IN: The 7'1 freshman out of Arizona State is an ideal frontcourt pairing with rising junior Braden Huff, as Diop is a defensive monster and great interior scorer.

Nadine Woodward raises her lawsuit against Spokane from $1.5M to $10 MILLION. The lawsuit stems from fallout over her 2023 appearance at a prayer service with controversial figures, including Matt Shea, who was investigated for domestic terrorism.

Idaho students will pay up to $425 more per year in tuition and fees. The State Board of Education approved increases ranging from 4.4% to 4.7% across all four-year schools.

District officials said the outage is impacting phone communication at all schools and district offices.

Ninety local veterans departed Spokane Tuesday morning for Washington D.C. through the Inland Northwest Honor Flight program.

A Mead woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend will have to wait another week for her trial to begin after her defense attorneys told a Spokane County judge they were not prepared to proceed.

FIRST ALERT 4CAST 🌷A slow warming trend kicks off Tuesday with slightly above average temperatures - Kris

Bloomsday is less than a week away, and the community is making sure downtown streets are looking their best for city's biggest race day.

Gas prices in Spokane are nearing record highs nearly two months after the war with Iran began. U.S. gas prices have shot up more than 35 percent nationally since then.

The Central Library in Spokane will be hosting a resource fair and free Washington State ID event to help community members experiencing homelessness.

Three Othello High School students lost their lives in a tragic accident on Sunday. The Othello School District is providing counseling and mental health support for students and staff during this difficult time.

Washington state filed a lawsuit today against Albertsons Companies – which owns the Albertsons, Safeway and Haggen grocery stores.

A Spokane financial expert says the secret to building emergency savings isn't cutting expenses you love. It's being realistic about what you actually spend in one day, then saving that amount first.

Mayor Lisa Brown brings back Spokane's arts office after years without city support for local artists. The office will help coordinate public art projects and work with cultural organizations to strengthen our creative community.