Mark Hanrahan
KREM 2 NEWS
Spokane, WA, United States
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U of I associate dean shares how school is responding to ongoing murder investigation
Blaine Eckles says in his 25-plus years in higher education, he's never dealt with something this horrific. → Read More
Yes, you have to pay speed zone camera tickets in Spokane
While the city of Spokane makes money from speed zone cameras, it doesn't own the equipment or process the tickets. We Verify why you still need to pay any fines. → Read More
'It’s not a very rosy picture' | Geiger Corrections Center facing closure as staffing shortages persist
The department has a total of 330 positions, including all personnel from cooks to corrections officers. There are currently 56 vacancies. → Read More
Yes, the Spokane County Sheriff has jurisdiction to clear the homeless camp near I-90 and Freya
Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich wrote a letter to WSDOT stating he plans to clear out the homeless camp near I-90 by mid-October. State law says he has every right to do so. → Read More
Hayden's Ella Erickson selected to represent Team USA in downhill mountain biking championships
Erickson was one of four women selected to represent the United States in this year's world championships in Les Gets, France. → Read More
Yes, with the increase in at-home COVID testing, fewer cases are being reported to health officials
However, Washington state health officials say they're still able to accurately track COVID's spread. → Read More
Lewis and Clark teacher speaks out at Spokane Public Schools meeting
Last week, two female students were charged as part of a reported mob scene inside Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane. That mob reportedly threatened staff. → Read More
Spokane middle schoolers design tool for SWAT team
Kim Taylor's Advanced Engineering class use CAD programs and 3D printers to turn sketches into reality. → Read More
'He’s what’s right about the world': Shriner's Children's Hospital helps future boxer on his road to recovery
When Yakobo Mleha was a young boy living in Tanzania he broke his lower and it was never properly treated. → Read More
VERIFY: Yes, in some cases a minor can get vaccinated without parental consent in Washington
Managing attorney for Team Child Dan Ophardt said generally for all vaccines, minors need parental consent. However, there are some exceptions. → Read More
Yes, rent control is illegal in Washington
In 2019 Oregon became the first in the nation to pass statewide rent control, they are the only state that has it. → Read More
'Make your reservations early': How the pandemic impacted Inland Northwest state park visits
Visitations so far in 2021 have increased nearly 14% compared to 2020. → Read More
VERIFY: If you’re vaccinated in a different state is your immunization counted in Washington’s data?
Public health officials said maybe, but that you can make sure your records are recorded in Washington’s data. → Read More
VERIFY: You likely won't be asked for proof of vaccination in Spokane County
Several viewers have reached out to the KREM to Verify Team to ask whether people would be required to prove that they’re vaccinated. → Read More
NFL legend Jerry Kramer receives honorary degree from University of Idaho
The 85-year-old Hall of Famer and Super Bowl champion returned to his alma mater to be recognized as an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. → Read More
VERIFY: COVID-19 vaccines offer protection for at least 6 months, maybe longer
Experts say people will likely need a COVID-19 vaccine booster within 12 months of being fully vaccinated to protect against emerging variants of the virus. → Read More
'Stay in the moment': Former Indiana Hoosier gives Zags advice on staying perfect
Quinn Buckner, his teammate Scott May and their coach Bobby Night cut the nets down in Philadelphia after beating Michigan to win the national title. → Read More
Gonzaga president's NCAA Tournament rings are testament to decades of success
Gonzaga President Thayne McCulloh is looking to add another ring to his collection as the Bulldogs basketball team advances to the Final Four. → Read More
Spokane restaurants, event venues react to Phase 3 announcement
On March 22, restaurants and event venues across the state can double the number of people they can bring into their establishments. → Read More
VERIFY: Yes, apartment fitness centers and pools can open during Phase 2 with strict guidelines
The same rules that apply to commercial gyms and pools also apply to hotel and motel gyms and pools. → Read More