🌱 SPD's Package Theft Program + Fire Displaces Family And Pets

Good morning, Spokane! Let's get you all caught up to start this Saturday, December 4 off on an informed note. Here are the most important things going on today in Spokane.

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First, today's weather:

A bit of morning snow; cloudy. High: 41 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories in Spokane today:

1. The Spokane Police Department is targeting package theft with a new program. Through the holiday season, SPD has dedicated an officer to investigating these incidents. According to a 2020 study, 43% of Americans have been a victim of package theft. This widespread issue is continuing to spread because of the increase in online shopping and the ease of stealing unattended packages. The SPD is utilizing Facebook and its Crime Check hotlines as well as security camera footage obtained by citizens to stop package theft. (KHQ Right Now)
2. At around 1 p.m. Friday, Spokane Fire Department responded to an apartment fire on S. Regal St. at the Regal Ridge Apartments. A total of 30 firefighters worked to contain and extinguish the flames and successfully prevented any significant fire damage beyond the area of origin. It was determined the cause of the fire was clothes dryer. Unfortunately, the fire did displace a family with three adults, a newborn baby, and numerous pets. The Red Cross is aiding the occupants.(FOX 28 Spokane)
3. Get ready to lace up your skates and hit the ice for a good cause. If you skate from 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. on Dec. 15 at the Numerica Skate Ribbon in Riverfront Park, the proceeds will support local parks. (KXLY Spokane)
4. Mark Peterson and the 4 News Now Extreme Team flipped the switch on the annual light display at Sacred Heart Children's Hospital Wednesday night. Making Spirits Bright is a tradition that brings a little magic to the children and caregivers at the hospital.(KXLY Spokane)
5. Good OI' 'Saint Rick' Clark and the Spokane Quaranteam making Christmas season brighter by distributing free trees to people who need one. (KHQ Right Now)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.