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Spokane Local Frequency: Armed Robbery Alert, Drive-Thru Ban, and Spring Weather
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- Local Frequency - Spokane
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- Apr 15, 2026
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- 150
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Summary
Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for Wednesday, April 15th. Start your day with a heads up on some serious local action. Spokane Valley deputies are calling on you for help cracking an armed robbery at the Chevron on North Pines Road and East Maxwell Avenue. It went down early Friday morning around 4:30 to 5 a.m., when a tall guy, about 5 foot 8 to 6 feet, light-skinned Black or possibly Hispanic, wearing gray clothes and a face covering, pulled a knife and demanded cash before bolting. K9 teams scoured the area but came up empty. If you've got surveillance video from that window, check it now and tip off the sheriff's office, because every eye counts in keeping our neighborhoods safe. Shifting gears to city hall, the Spokane City Council just greenlit a one-year ban on new drive-thrus, aiming to rethink how we flow through our growing urban core. With population booming on the horizon, leaders say this pause lets us plan smarter streets that cut congestion and boost walkable vibes, directly hitting home for commuters tired of endless lines. Tragedy struck recently with a Spokane Valley shooting claiming the life of a Lewis and Clark High student, and separately, a teen victim identified by the medical examiner. Our hearts go out to those families, reminding us why community vigilance matters. On a brighter note, drive carefully today, folks, a fresh crash on Highway 2 near Chattaroy has Spokane County Fire District 4 urging caution amid slick roads from overnight rain chances. Sports fans, big news from Gonzaga: longtime director of cross country and track Pat Tyson, who also coached at Mead High, is retiring in 2027 after decades shaping champions. His legacy means stronger teams and inspired young athletes across the Inland Northwest. Tonight, catc…