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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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Indiana man charged with abusing 14-year-old Montana girl
Indiana man charged with abusing 14-year-old Montana girl
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) - A 29-year-old Indiana man who started a crowdfunding site to raise money so he could travel to Montana to be with his 14-year-old "fiancée" is charged with felony sexual abuse of children. William Eugene White Jr. of Montezuma, Indiana, was arrested Monday after reportedly spending the night with the girl at a Missoula homeless shelter.
More >>MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) - A 29-year-old Indiana man who started a crowdfunding site to raise money so he could travel to Montana to be with his 14-year-old "fiancée" is charged with felony sexual abuse of children. William Eugene White Jr. of Montezuma, Indiana, was arrested Monday after reportedly spending the night with the girl at a Missoula homeless shelter.
More >>Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica travels to Spokane Valley
Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica travels to Spokane Valley
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. - A half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. has made its way to Spokane Valley. The 250-foot “Wall that Heals” will be at Mirabeau Point Park from Thursday at 10 a.m. until Sunday at 4 p.m. The opening ceremony will take place on Thursday at 9 a.m. The replica, along with a mobile Education Center will be open 24 hours a day and is free to the public.
More >>SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. - A half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. has made its way to Spokane Valley. The 250-foot “Wall that Heals” will be at Mirabeau Point Park from Thursday at 10 a.m. until Sunday at 4 p.m. The opening ceremony will take place on Thursday at 9 a.m. The replica, along with a mobile Education Center will be open 24 hours a day and is free to the public.
More >>Racist, vulgar graffiti found at Lake Spokane Elementary
Racist, vulgar graffiti found at Lake Spokane Elementary
NINE MILE FALLS, Wash. - Kimberly Fuson went out for a walk with her grand daughter and then to Lake Spokane Elementary's playground for some quality time. But that time was cut short when they found this racist and vulgar graffiti. Kimberly says she felt horrible and didn't know what to tell her granddaughter. "It was sickening to me I didn't know what to tell her," said Fuson.
More >>NINE MILE FALLS, Wash. - Kimberly Fuson went out for a walk with her grand daughter and then to Lake Spokane Elementary's playground for some quality time. But that time was cut short when they found this racist and vulgar graffiti. Kimberly says she felt horrible and didn't know what to tell her granddaughter. "It was sickening to me I didn't know what to tell her," said Fuson.
More >>Lessons learned from the Ruby Ridge standoff
Lessons learned from the Ruby Ridge standoff
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - "A federal law enforcement official called it Weaver Fever. That's what they try to avoid - this thing where something gets so blown out of proportion that people die because you're dealing with people who won't back down," Jess Walter said. Protesters, supporters, and media from across the nation waited at the road block as information would trickle out day-by-day.
More >>COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - "A federal law enforcement official called it Weaver Fever. That's what they try to avoid - this thing where something gets so blown out of proportion that people die because you're dealing with people who won't back down," Jess Walter said. Protesters, supporters, and media from across the nation waited at the road block as information would trickle out day-by-day.
More >>So you just won the Powerball. Now what?
So you just won the Powerball. Now what?
SPOKANE, Wash. - The odds of winning the $700 million Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292 million. Let's say you match all five numbers and the Powerball and suddenly become a multi-millionaire. Now what? We sent Reporter Joe McHale on a (fake) shopping spree, to see just how much he could realistically spend in one day. Here’s a rundown of what Joe (wishes he could have) purchased.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - The odds of winning the $700 million Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292 million. Let's say you match all five numbers and the Powerball and suddenly become a multi-millionaire. Now what? We sent Reporter Joe McHale on a (fake) shopping spree, to see just how much he could realistically spend in one day. Here’s a rundown of what Joe (wishes he could have) purchased.
More >>Kids start lemonade stand to pay off Coeur d'Alene lunch debt
Kids start lemonade stand to pay off Coeur d'Alene lunch debt
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - On a hot summers day, an ice cold lemonade hits the spot. Especially when it's free. Six-year-old Amiah Van Hill wanted to help students in Coeur d'Alene schools, so she started the lemonade stand. "I heard of Jeffrey Lew and then I just wanted to do the same thing but I don't know what GoFundMe is," Amiah said.
More >>COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - On a hot summers day, an ice cold lemonade hits the spot. Especially when it's free. Six-year-old Amiah Van Hill wanted to help students in Coeur d'Alene schools, so she started the lemonade stand. "I heard of Jeffrey Lew and then I just wanted to do the same thing but I don't know what GoFundMe is," Amiah said.
More >>Seeds of hope: Spokane family has special way to keep daughter's memory alive
Seeds of hope: Spokane family has special way to keep daughter's memory alive
SPOKANE, Wash. - Losing your child is absolutely unimaginable. But through the pain and grief, a Spokane family found a special way to continue to grow the memory of their daughter. Katie and Christian Nichol took their daughter, Cami, to Manito Park often. “She was our first born, our little love, just such a bright light,” Katie says.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Losing your child is absolutely unimaginable. But through the pain and grief, a Spokane family found a special way to continue to grow the memory of their daughter. Katie and Christian Nichol took their daughter, Cami, to Manito Park often. “She was our first born, our little love, just such a bright light,” Katie says.
More >>Sex offender charged with naked burglaries in Lakewood, Wash
Sex offender charged with naked burglaries in Lakewood, Wash
LAKEWOOD, Wash. (AP) - A convicted sex offender has been charged in connection with breaking into several apartments while naked south of Tacoma. Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist says Curtis Sell was charged Wednesday with three counts of burglary with sexual motivation in connection with the break-ins and failure to register as a sex offender.
More >>LAKEWOOD, Wash. (AP) - A convicted sex offender has been charged in connection with breaking into several apartments while naked south of Tacoma. Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist says Curtis Sell was charged Wednesday with three counts of burglary with sexual motivation in connection with the break-ins and failure to register as a sex offender.
More >>SPD officer make court appearance in connection to kidnapping case
SPD officer make court appearance in connection to kidnapping case
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SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police Officer John Arredondo was arrested Wednesday in connection to a kidnapping case involving his daughter. Arredondo is charged with destroying evidence, criminal assistance and other crimes. He was released and remains on paid leave from the police department. Spokane Police said they'd review his status after Wednesday's arraignment.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Police Officer John Arredondo was arrested Wednesday in connection to a kidnapping case involving his daughter. Arredondo is charged with destroying evidence, criminal assistance and other crimes. He was released and remains on paid leave from the police department. Spokane Police said they'd review his status after Wednesday's arraignment.
More >>BNSF: Man in coal train no laughing matter
BNSF: Man in coal train no laughing matter
SPOKANE, Wash. - It was certainly a bizarre sight for those who noticed. A shirtless man was sitting in a coal train car as it passed through downtown Spokane. While a lot of people on social media found it funny, BNSF says it’s not a laughing matter.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - It was certainly a bizarre sight for those who noticed. A shirtless man was sitting in a coal train car as it passed through downtown Spokane. While a lot of people on social media found it funny, BNSF says it’s not a laughing matter.
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