Spokane Daily Brief: Fatal North Spokane stabbing, immigrant-aid funding, and possible City Council schedule shift

Top local headlines

1) Police investigate deadly stabbing near Apple Tree Inn

A person died after an apparent stabbing near the Apple Tree Inn in north Spokane, prompting a large police response near North Division Street and East Holland Avenue. Authorities have said the incident appears targeted and that they do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the broader public.

Investigators continued working the case into Monday, and no arrests were reported in early updates. Residents in the area saw temporary traffic impacts and a visible police presence as the scene was secured and evidence was gathered.

2) Spokane City Council approves $100,000 for emergency immigrant aid

The Spokane City Council voted to move $100,000 from a police outreach budget line to support time-sensitive assistance for immigrants and refugees. Supporters described the funding as a practical way to help people handle urgent needs tied to immigration proceedings, such as transportation, short-term lodging, or child care.

The vote was not unanimous, reflecting an ongoing local debate about public safety spending priorities and how City Hall should respond to federal immigration enforcement activity. The council indicated it plans to monitor how the funding is used.

3) City Council considers shifting its regular meeting time

City leaders are weighing a change to the long-standing Monday evening City Council meeting schedule, citing a desire to increase public participation and avoid conflicts with Monday holidays. The idea is still in the discussion stage, with public feedback encouraged as the council considers next steps.

Quick weather note

Rain in the valleys and snow in the mountains were in the mix this week, with temperatures hovering in the mid-40s in Spokane. If you are heading over passes or into higher elevations, allow extra time and watch for changing conditions.

Sources

https://www.khq.com/news/one-dead-in-stabbing-near-apple-tree-inn-in-north-spokane/article_9a804a7b-2f92-46cd-89f5-5271b581896c.html
https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/feb/23/one-dead-in-apparent-stabbing-at-apple-tree-inn/
https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/feb/23/spokane-council-oks-100000-from-police-budget-for-/
https://www.fox28spokane.com/spokane-city-council-mulls-new-meeting-time-for-better-engagement/
https://www.khq.com/weather/valley-rain-and-mountain-snow-today-temperatures-in-the-mid-40s/video_c3e7dac9-56f9-5824-9315-ff375149e5d4.html