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Veterans Day Salute: One Spokane Man's Story of Growing Up In Pearl Harbor
Veterans Day Salute: One Spokane Man's Story of Growing Up In Pearl Harbor
He grew up in Pearl Harbor more than 70 years ago, but for Bob Snider, the memories of life on the island are still fresh.More >>He grew up in Pearl Harbor more than 70 years ago, but for Bob Snider, the memories of life on the island are still fresh. His Spokane home is covered in photos and memorabilia from those days, including a picture of him as a child swimming in Pearl Harbor with his father, photos of his childhood home, his mother's tropical artwork and memories of the day that changed everything.More >>Agent Orange Exposure In Vietnam: A Spokane Woman’s Battle
Agent Orange Exposure In Vietnam: A Spokane Woman’s Battle
SPOKANE, Wash – Terry Siekerman just marked the eighth anniversary of her husband, Gary Gilbrech's death. While she's still trying to figure out how to live without him, she's also still waiting forMore >>SPOKANE, Wash – Terry Siekerman just marked the eighth anniversary of her husband, Gary Gilbrech's death. While she's still trying to figure out how to live without him, she's also still waiting for validation over why she says he died.More >>BLOG: KHQ's Dan Kleckner reflects on his trip to D.C. with 90 veterans on the Honor Flight
BLOG: KHQ's Dan Kleckner reflects on his trip to D.C. with 90 veterans on the Honor Flight
SPOKANE, Wash. - I had a feeling this trip would turn into something special when our plane arrived at Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C. We were greeted by the airport fire department using water cannons blasting a "Welcome" stream of water which formed an arch in which our plane proceeded through to the gate.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - I had a feeling this trip would turn into something special when our plane arrived at Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C. We were greeted by the airport fire department using water cannons blasting a "Welcome" stream of water which formed an arch in which our plane proceeded through to the gate.
More >>PHOTOS: Honoring our heroes on Veterans Day
PHOTOS: Honoring our heroes on Veterans Day
KHQ.COM - We appreciate all of the brave men and women who have served and are serving our country to protect the freedoms we get to enjoy every day. More >>KHQ.COM - We appreciate all of the brave men and women who have served and are serving our country to protect the freedoms we get to enjoy every day. This year on Veterans Day we asked you to send in photos of the Veterans in your life, and we compiled them into one big slideshow as a way to say thank you to all who serve.More >>Willard Elementary students building support for our nation's heroes
Willard Elementary students building support for our nation's heroes
SPOKANE, Wash. - Students at Willard Elementary School know that it's perfectly acceptable to get a little messy sometimes, especially when it's for a good cause. More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Students at Willard Elementary School know that it's perfectly acceptable to get a little messy sometimes, especially when it's for a good cause. That's what 100 students did over the past few months to honor our country's veterans."We're painting bricks that look like flags with Honor Flight in mind," explained Kay Wright, a retired teacher from Willard who spearheads this project year after year.More >>Veterans Day deals and freebies
Veterans Day deals and freebies
SPOKANE, Wash. - Tuesday is Veterans Day, when we honor the brave men and women who serve our country in the armed forces, and many businesses are paying their respects to military members with deals and freebies!More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Tuesday is Veterans Day, when we honor the brave men and women who serve our country in the armed forces, and many businesses are paying their respects to military members with deals and freebies! It is important to note, that before you try to redeem the deals listed, it is a good idea to call ahead, as some restrictions may apply.More >>Veterans Day Events
Veterans Day Events
Saluting The Brave: Help Us Celebrate Local Veterans
Saluting The Brave: Help Us Celebrate Local Veterans
We at KHQ want to help salute the brave, local heroes right here in our area in honor of Veterans Day.More >>We at KHQ want to help salute the brave, local heroes right here in our area in honor of Veterans Day. We want to help celebrate your hero by putting them on the air.More >>Meadow Ridge Students Get Lesson in Bravery Just In Time For Veterans Day
Meadow Ridge Students Get Lesson in Bravery Just In Time For Veterans Day
Some local students got a lesson in bravery, commitment, and patriotism when they learned about our Nation's Veterans.More >>Some local students got a lesson in bravery, commitment, and patriotism when they learned about our Nation's Veterans. "There are many flags in many lands, There are flags of many hue, But there is no flag however grand, Like our own red, white and blue." Those are the lyrics to the song "There Are Many Flags In Many Lands" that were sung by 4th, 5th, and 6th graders at Meadow Ridge Elementary School in Mead, Washington.More >>7 First-Class Passengers Give Up Seats To Marines Returning From Afghanistan
7 First-Class Passengers Give Up Seats To Marines Returning From Afghanistan
Starbucks Wants To Recruit 10,000 Vets, Spouses To Its Ranks
Starbucks Wants To Recruit 10,000 Vets, Spouses To Its Ranks
Polamalu To Cut Hair In Support Of Vets
Polamalu To Cut Hair In Support Of Vets
His hair is legendary. It is reportedly insured for $1 million dollars. And now it will be cut. All for a great cause.More >>His hair is legendary. It is reportedly insured for $1 million dollars. And now it will be cut. All for a great cause. "I understand the issues that veterans, and their families, face while serving our country and I am honored to join the Veterans of Foreign Wars Mane Event, encouraging the nation to unite for veterans for a second year," said Polamalu.More >>Hiring Our Heroes - Job Help
Hiring Our Heroes - Job Help
Empowering veterans and military spouses with employment and education opportunities.More >>Empowering veterans and military spouses with employment and education opportunities.More >>WWII Hero Receives French Legion Medal Of Honor At Fairchild Air Force Base
WWII Hero Receives French Legion Medal Of Honor At Fairchild Air Force Base
SPOKANE, Wash. - Thursday was a very special honor for a WWII veteran... 69 years after the war.More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Thursday was a very special honor for a WWII veteran... 69 years after the war. During a ceremony at Fairchild Air Force Base, retired Air Force Major Clarence Grimes received the French Legion of Honor medal. It is the highest honor bestowed by the country of France. Major Grimes entered the Army Air Corps in October of 1943. Grimes was a member of the 449th bomb group.
More >>Saluting The Brave: Dedication Ceremony Honors Veterans
Saluting The Brave: Dedication Ceremony Honors Veterans
A dedication ceremony for veterans who served throughout history was held today at Veterans Memorial Park in Benewah County.More >>A dedication ceremony for veterans who served throughout history was held today at Veterans Memorial Park in Benewah County. There was a strong turnout at the dedication today. The county has three Medal of Honor recipients, including Lloyd McCarter, Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, and Vernon Baker.More >>SALUTING THE BRAVE: Wife Of Saluting Wounded Soldier 'Overcome With Pride'
SALUTING THE BRAVE: Wife Of Saluting Wounded Soldier 'Overcome With Pride'
NBC NEWS - A wounded and presumed unconscious soldier whose valiant salute during a hospital Purple Heart ceremony made grown men weep and quickly became hugely popular online — and his wife says she understands why people are reacting with so much emotion to her hero husband.More >>NBC NEWS - A wounded and presumed unconscious soldier whose valiant salute during a hospital Purple Heart ceremony made grown men weep and quickly became hugely popular online — and his wife says she understands why people are reacting with so much emotion to her hero husband.More >>SLIDESHOW: Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall
SLIDESHOW: Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall
The traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is making its only appearance in eastern Washington this year.More >>The traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is making its only appearance in eastern Washington this year. The wall includes the names of the more than 58,000 service members who died in Vietnam, Including 84 service members from Spokane. The traveling wall is not affiliated with the federal government. More >>Vietnam Refugee Gets Prestigious Award In Spokane
Vietnam Refugee Gets Prestigious Award In Spokane
"Sam" Lien Le was given one of the most prestigious awards in the country Saturday in Spokane, and when you hear his story, you'll know why.More >>"Sam" Lien Le was given one of the most prestigious awards in the country Saturday in Spokane, and when you hear his story, you'll know why.More >>SALUTING THE BRAVE: Northwest Honor Flight On Its Way To DC
SALUTING THE BRAVE: Northwest Honor Flight On Its Way To DC
SALUTING THE BRAVE: Spokane Native Awarded Medal Of Honor
SALUTING THE BRAVE: Spokane Native Awarded Medal Of Honor
WASHINGTON (AP) - A Spokane native has been awarded the Medal Of Honor by President Obama.
More >>WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama has bestowed the Medal of Honor on Army Staff Sgt. Ty Carter, a veteran of the war in Afghanistan who risked his life to save an injured soldier and to resupply ammunition to his comrades during intense fighting in a remote mountain outpost.More >>Spokane Veterans Hospital Renamed
Spokane Veterans Hospital Renamed
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) - The Spokane Veterans Medical Center has been renamed in memory of Medal of Honor winners Joe E. Mann and Bruce A. Grandstaff.More >>SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) - The Spokane Veterans Medical Center has been renamed in memory of Medal of Honor winners Joe E. Mann and Bruce A. Grandstaff.More >>French Government Presents Medal To Local WWII Veteran
French Government Presents Medal To Local WWII Veteran
It was a rare honor for a local WWII veteran on Monday, or for any war veteran for that matter.More >>It was a rare honor for a local WWII veteran on Monday, or for any war veteran for that matter. Del Casper flew 35-missions over parts war-torn Germany & Europe. He says his plane was hit flying one of those missions, but he wasn't injured. Monday, the French government awarded Casper for protecting their country.More >>SALUTING THE BRAVE: Vietnam War MIA Remains Returning To Walla Walla
SALUTING THE BRAVE: Vietnam War MIA Remains Returning To Walla Walla
WALLA WALLA, Wash. (AP) - The remains of an Air Force pilot who died in the Vietnam War are being returned to Walla Walla for burial.More >>WALLA WALLA, Wash. (AP) - The remains of an Air Force pilot who died in the Vietnam War are being returned to Walla Walla for burial.More >>First Inland Northwest Honor Flight Of The Season Returns To The Inland Northwest
First Inland Northwest Honor Flight Of The Season Returns To The Inland Northwest
KHQ.COM - For the first time in the program's history, Inland NW Honor Flight chartered an entire aircraft, taking 96 veterans on this single flight. This is three times the amount normally taken on a commercial flight. More >>KHQ.COM - For the first time in the program's history, Inland NW Honor Flight chartered an entire aircraft, taking 96 veterans on this single flight. This is three times the amount normally taken on a commercial flight. More >>Lewiston WWII Hero Finally Receives His Medals 68 Years After Service
Lewiston WWII Hero Finally Receives His Medals 68 Years After Service
LEWISTON, Idaho - This weekend in Lewiston, 68 years after his service to our country in World War II, a Lewiston man finally got the recognition he deserved.More >>LEWISTON, Idaho - This weekend in Lewiston, 68 years after his service to our country in World War II, a Lewiston man finally got the recognition he deserved. Dwight Staley served in the US Army during World War II, stationed in the South Pacific. Though, despite being involved in many conflicts during the war, Dwight never received any of his medals.More >>Army Vet Receives Medal Of Honor For Afghan Fight
Army Vet Receives Medal Of Honor For Afghan Fight
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama has bestowed the Medal of Honor upon an Army veteran for his courageous leadership during a daylong firefight in Afghanistan.More >>WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama has bestowed the Medal of Honor upon an Army veteran for his courageous leadership during a daylong firefight in Afghanistan.More >>BEYOND THE BATTLEFIELD: The Endless Struggle For America's Severely Wounded Warriors
BEYOND THE BATTLEFIELD: The Endless Struggle For America's Severely Wounded Warriors
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Hiring Our Heroes - Job Help
Hiring Our Heroes - Job Help
Empowering veterans and military spouses with employment and education opportunities.More >>Empowering veterans and military spouses with employment and education opportunities.More >>Washington Department of Veterans Affairs website
Washington Department of Veterans Affairs website
Visit the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs website for information on benefits, services and programs.More >>Visit the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs website for information on benefits, services and programs.More >>Washington State’s Veteran/Service Member Owned Business Registry
Washington State’s Veteran/Service Member Owned Business Registry
Registry of veteran or service member owned businesses in Washington state.
More >>Registry of veteran or service member owned businesses in Washington state.More >>
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Firefighters knock down fuel tanker fire in Eagle Ridge neighborhood
Firefighters knock down fuel tanker fire in Eagle Ridge neighborhood
SPOKANE, Wash - Spokane firefighters knocked down a fuel tanker fire in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood near S Skylark Drive and S. Forest Ridge Drive late Tuesday night. Neighbors in the area reported hearing an explosion that rattled windows of nearby homes just before 11 o'clock.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash - Spokane firefighters knocked down a fuel tanker fire in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood near S Skylark Drive and S. Forest Ridge Drive late Tuesday night. Neighbors in the area reported hearing an explosion that rattled windows of nearby homes just before 11 o'clock.
More >>Body found in SUV in downtown Spokane
Body found in SUV in downtown Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police are investigating Tuesday after a body was found inside an SUV in a parking lot near 2nd and Division. Details are limited, but heavy police activity was reported around 4 p.m. KHQ's Patrick Erickson reports that people inside the SUV spotted an ambulance in the parking lot of the 7-11 store and asked for help. Paramedics found a man dead inside.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police are investigating Tuesday after a body was found inside an SUV in a parking lot near 2nd and Division. Details are limited, but heavy police activity was reported around 4 p.m. KHQ's Patrick Erickson reports that people inside the SUV spotted an ambulance in the parking lot of the 7-11 store and asked for help. Paramedics found a man dead inside.
More >>Firefighters contain brush fire near Sullivan Road in Spokane Valley
Firefighters contain brush fire near Sullivan Road in Spokane Valley
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. - Spokane Valley firefighters say a fire near Sullivan Road and Marietta Avenue is contained Tuesday night. The fire is about 100 feet by 100 feet burning in brush and trees. Three units responded to bring the fire under control. Investigators were on scene Tuesday night to figure out what caused the fire.
More >>SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. - Spokane Valley firefighters say a fire near Sullivan Road and Marietta Avenue is contained Tuesday night. The fire is about 100 feet by 100 feet burning in brush and trees. Three units responded to bring the fire under control. Investigators were on scene Tuesday night to figure out what caused the fire.
More >>Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery searching for new home
Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery searching for new home
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Vanessa Behan Crisis Emergency Nursery has outgrown its space and is looking for a new home. After two failed attempts to purchase property, the nursery is reaching out to the public for help find a new location to serve neglected and abused children, as well as offer several other services for the community.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - The Vanessa Behan Crisis Emergency Nursery has outgrown its space and is looking for a new home. After two failed attempts to purchase property, the nursery is reaching out to the public for help find a new location to serve neglected and abused children, as well as offer several other services for the community.
More >>Water rescue crews respond to man who refuses help
Water rescue crews respond to man who refuses help
SPOKANE, Wash. - A 9-1-1 call triggered a massive emergency response to the Spokane River Tuesday afternoon, but the man rescue crews were trying to save said he didn’t want their help. Spokane police officers and firefighters responded just downstream of the Green Street Bridge shortly after noon. Our crews were on scene and heard the man tell firefighters and police that he was just swimming.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - A 9-1-1 call triggered a massive emergency response to the Spokane River Tuesday afternoon, but the man rescue crews were trying to save said he didn’t want their help. Spokane police officers and firefighters responded just downstream of the Green Street Bridge shortly after noon. Our crews were on scene and heard the man tell firefighters and police that he was just swimming.
More >>Idaho mom concerned about healthcare plan
Idaho mom concerned about healthcare plan
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - Rebecca Schoreder spent last week in Washington D.C. speaking with Idaho and other lawmakers across the country about the newly proposed Healthcare Bill. She says she brought her sons medical expenses with her to give them an idea just how much it costs to keep her son, Brady, healthy.
More >>COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - Rebecca Schoreder spent last week in Washington D.C. speaking with Idaho and other lawmakers across the country about the newly proposed Healthcare Bill. She says she brought her sons medical expenses with her to give them an idea just how much it costs to keep her son, Brady, healthy.
More >>Burglary suspect caught with help of new county K9 team
Burglary suspect caught with help of new county K9 team
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police Patrol officers say they took a burglary suspect into custody early Tuesday with the help of newly minted Spokane County K9 team, Deputy Clay Hilton and K9 Bane.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police Patrol officers say they took a burglary suspect into custody early Tuesday with the help of newly minted Spokane County K9 team, Deputy Clay Hilton and K9 Bane.
More >>Report: Spokane needs more police officers to deal with property crime
Report: Spokane needs more police officers to deal with property crime
SPOKANE, Wash. - As the weather starts to heat up, so do the calls about property crime citywide. Thieves stealing anything they can get their hands on. "A lot of the cars just around this block, and the ones most notably underneath the railroad tracks, have been getting broken into really all spring and leading now into the summer," said Dave Buescher.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - As the weather starts to heat up, so do the calls about property crime citywide. Thieves stealing anything they can get their hands on. "A lot of the cars just around this block, and the ones most notably underneath the railroad tracks, have been getting broken into really all spring and leading now into the summer," said Dave Buescher.
More >>Partial government shutdown could affect your holiday weekend
Partial government shutdown could affect your holiday weekend
SPOKANE, Wash. - The deadline to sign a two-year state operating budget is this Friday at midnight and while lawmakers say they’re close to reaching an agreement, that still hasn’t happened yet. They’re currently in their third special session, and if the deadline comes and goes with no budget signed, Washington state’s government will partially shutdown.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - The deadline to sign a two-year state operating budget is this Friday at midnight and while lawmakers say they’re close to reaching an agreement, that still hasn’t happened yet. They’re currently in their third special session, and if the deadline comes and goes with no budget signed, Washington state’s government will partially shutdown.
More >>Fairchild Airman found dead in dorm
Fairchild Airman found dead in dorm
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. - An Airman assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing was found dead in their dorm room Tuesday afternoon. A representative from Fairchild Air Force Base says the airman was found at around 2 p.m. The cause of death is under investigation by the Air Force Office of Special investigations.
More >>FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. - An Airman assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing was found dead in their dorm room Tuesday afternoon. A representative from Fairchild Air Force Base says the airman was found at around 2 p.m. The cause of death is under investigation by the Air Force Office of Special investigations.
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