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Inside Spokane’s divided response to the Camp Hope cooling shelter
This article builds on our coverage of Camp Hope and the cooling shelter erected in late July during the six-day…
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Spokane’s Domestic Violence Unit cut to make way for Violent Crimes Task Force
Victim advocates fear the impacts of short-staffing the previously effective unit.
When police officers in Spokane respond to domestic violence…
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What gives Camp Hope residents hope
HEAT WAVE DAY 7 | The biggest needs are ice, Gatorade, large bottles of water, pet food, gauze, and pre-packaged food.…
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Camp Hope through the eyes of its staunchest supporter
HEAT WAVE DAY 6 | While there’s been plenty said and written about Julie Garcia, founder of Jewels Helping Hands,…
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A community working together, coming together
HEAT WAVE DAY 5 | With temperatures expected to hit 104 degrees this weekend, the most pressing supply needs for Camp…
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Spokane mayor's office has plans to dismantle cooling shelter at Camp Hope
HEAT WAVE DAY 4 | Meanwhile, City Council has plans that would allow the shelter to remain
We've been checking in…
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Camp Hope residents try to keep bodies, heads cool in the heat
HEAT WAVE DAY 3 | The biggest needs beyond water, ice and sports drinks are toilet paper, hygiene products and prepackaged…
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Without city support, Camp Hope & local orgs erect cooling tent to survive
HEAT WAVE DAY 2 | The most pressing supply needs for Camp Hope are ice, water, Gatorade, sunscreen and cups.
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Camp Hope braces for extreme heat
HEAT WAVE DAY 1 | Temperatures are expected to hit 104 degrees in Spokane this week. Carl is checking in with…
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Camp Hope residents built a community. Its future is not in their control.
“These people have prepared themselves — these are their homes — that’s how everybody feels. I’m not sure any of…
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The most powerful elected positions you (probably) know nothing about
Spokane’s county commission is getting bigger and more representative. Here’s why that’s important.
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What’s Next in the Abortion Fight
We talked to leaders about the lessons learned from recent protest movements in Spokane, and what’s next in the…