New details were released Wednesday in a fatal car crash that took the lives of two University High School students. Spokane County Sheriff's Deputy Craig Chamberlin says the driver of the car, Preston Maher, had gotten his license just one day before the crash, and because it was an intermediate license, his two passengers, 16-year-olds McKenzie Mott and Josie Freier shouldn't have even been in the car.More >>
Friday, October 11 2013 5:36 PM EDT2013-10-11 21:36:16 GMT
KHQ.COM - On Friday morning University High School hosted a homecoming assembly to honor two students that were killed in a car crash, Josie Freier and McKenzie Mott.More >>
KHQ.COM - On Friday morning University High School hosted a homecoming assembly to honor two students that were killed in a car crash, Josie Freier and McKenzie Mott. At the beginning of the ceremony, each student brought out a toy and put it on the gym floor. The goal was to bring in so many toys that you can't see the gym floor.More >>
Wednesday, October 9 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-10-10 01:56:52 GMT
A father's love can often be tested, but never should a father have to be tested quite like Rick Freier is now.More >>
A father's love can often be tested, but never should a father have to be tested quite like Rick Freier is now. Rick's daughter Josie and her friend McKenzie Mott were killed in a car crash Saturday night in Spokane Valley. Deputies have said the driver of the car that night, 16-year old Preston Maher was driving more than double the speed limit. Still, Rick Freier holds no anger against Preston and his family whom he knew before the crash.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane County Sheriff's Office is recommending that charges of vehicular homicide be filed for a crash that killed two University High School students last month.
Spokane County prosecutors will decide if 16-year-old Preston Maher will be charged in the case.
Maher has been identified as the driver of a car that crashed into a tree on Oct. 5, killing 16-year-olds Josie Freier and McKenzie Mott.
Maher was treated for injuries and released from a hospital.
The felony charge of vehicular homicide carries a maximum sentence of life in prison for offenders tried as adults.
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KHQ.COM - On Friday morning University High School hosted a homecoming assembly to honor two students that were killed in a car crash, Josie Freier and McKenzie Mott. At the beginning of the ceremony, each student brought out a toy and put it on the gym floor. The goal was to bring in so many toys that you can't see the gym floor.
University High students weren't the only ones who donated toys, several other schools in the area also showed up with busses full of toys.
University High's band and choir played and sang a beautiful tribute to honor the victims. It was a very emotional moment for everyone inside of the gym while music filled the airwaves.
The entire girl's soccer team from University High wore Mckenzie's number on t-shirts to honor her at the assembly. McKenzie's number was #9 and it was announced that her jersey will temporarily be retired.
The leadership teacher at University High ended the ceremony telling students the following: "Don't forget to say I love you, don't forget to give that hug and receive that hug, and keep their memories alive."
Toys From Titans was a drive set up to honor Josie and McKenzie. Josie Freier loved working for Toys For Tots, so her family asked that people donate a toy in her honor.
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:57 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:57:54 GMT
SEATTLE (AP) - Officials say firefighting crews are making progress against Washington's largest wildfire, saying the 390-square-mile fire in the north-central part of the state is now almost 60 percent contained.The progress at the Carlton complex fire comes as temperatures begin to rise, with the possibility of triple digit temperatures next week. More >>
SEATTLE (AP) - Officials say firefighting crews are making progress against Washington's largest wildfire, saying the 390-square-mile fire in the north-central part of the state is now almost 60 percent contained.The progress at the Carlton complex fire comes as temperatures begin to rise, with the possibility of triple digit temperatures next week. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:46 PM EDT2014-07-28 02:46:01 GMT
KHQ.COM - For over a week, we've heard hundreds of heartbreaking stories from people who have lost everything, to those who refuse to let the firestorm break their spirits. From communities rallying together, to the heroes on the front lines, all that and more inside "Beyond the Fire Lines." If you missed it you can check out the videos inside this article.More >>
KHQ.COM - For over a week, we've heard hundreds of heartbreaking stories from people who have lost everything, to those who refuse to let the firestorm break their spirits. From communities rallying together, to the heroes on the front lines, all that and more inside "Beyond the Fire Lines." If you missed it you can check out the videos inside this article.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:10 PM EDT2014-07-28 02:10:46 GMT
(KHQ MD)- An exciting new study is showing some very promising hope in the fight against obesity. A scientist at Vanderbilt is creating a bacteria that acts as a therapeutic compound in the gut preventing weight gain, even in high-fat diets.More >>
(KHQ MD)- An exciting new study is showing some very promising hope in the fight against obesity. A scientist at Vanderbilt is creating a bacteria that acts as a therapeutic compound in the gut preventing weight gain, even in high-fat diets. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 8:42 PM EDT2014-07-28 00:42:57 GMT
SPOKANE, Wash. - Officers arrested and booked 43 year old Jeremy S. Dreher this morning for First Degree Burglary and two warrants. Around 7 a.m. this morning police responded to a call from a homeowner who said a man was in her house with a gun.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - Officers arrested and booked 43 year old Jeremy S. Dreher this morning for First Degree Burglary and two warrants. Around 7 a.m. this morning police responded to a call from a homeowner who said a man was in her house with a gun.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 5:26 PM EDT2014-07-27 21:26:51 GMT
SPOKANE, Wash. - More then four dozen firefighters extinguished a fire at the American Linen Company building this morning. Around 5 a.m. two SFD Engines were dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 1923 N. Waterworks.The fire was declared extinguished at 7:14 am, more than two hours after being discovered.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - More then four dozen firefighters extinguished a fire at the American Linen Company building this morning. Around 5 a.m. two SFD Engines were dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 1923 N. Waterworks.The fire was declared extinguished at 7:14 am, more than two hours after being discovered.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:57 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:57:54 GMT
KHQ.COM - The small town of Dundee, OR is searching for a mother and wife who has been missing since Thursday. Family and friends are searching for 38 year old Jennifer Huston who was last scene at a gas station located in the southern area of Portland. Since then she has not contacted her family and police say there has been no credit card activity.More >>
KHQ.COM - The small town of Dundee, OR is searching for a mother and wife who has been missing since Thursday. Family and friends are searching for 38 year old Jennifer Huston who was last scene at a gas station located in the southern area of Portland. Since then she has not contacted her family and police say there has been no credit card activity.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:40 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:40:05 GMT
LEWISTON, Idaho - The Central Grade Fire was reported at 6:23 pm yesterday afternoon, the fire is approximately 2500 acres as of this morning. Burning in grass on very steep terrain the fire is approximately 70% contained. Interagency response to this Nez Perce Tribe fire began with the Nez Perce Rural Fire District being the first to arrive on the scene. Six Forest Service Smokejumpers jumped the fire last night and have been released from the fire this morning. More >>
LEWISTON, Idaho - The Central Grade Fire was reported at 6:23 pm yesterday afternoon, the fire is approximately 2500 acres as of this morning. Burning in grass on very steep terrain the fire is approximately 70% contained. Interagency response to this Nez Perce Tribe fire began with the Nez Perce Rural Fire District being the first to arrive on the scene. Six Forest Service Smokejumpers jumped the fire last night and have been released from the fire this morning. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:16 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:16:26 GMT
EPHRATA, Wash. (27JUL2014) - Grant County Sheriff’s Office reports that an inmate escaped from the Grant County jail this morning but was then apprehended in Moses Lake a short time later.At approximately 10:00am today, Jaime D. Hampshire, age 29, escaped from the Grant County Jail as another subject was being released. Hampshire was being held on felony theft charges.More >>
EPHRATA, Wash. (27JUL2014) - Grant County Sheriff’s Office reports that an inmate escaped from the Grant County jail this morning but was then apprehended in Moses Lake a short time later.At approximately 10:00am today, Jaime D. Hampshire, age 29, escaped from the Grant County Jail as another subject was being released. Hampshire was being held on felony theft charges.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 2:18 PM EDT2014-07-27 18:18:29 GMT
As of Sunday morning, there are just less than 1,000 customers without power in the Inland Northwest. There are still more than 956 Avista customers without power but Avista says all customers will have power by 6 p.m. Sunday night. >>>SEE LATEST OUTAGE UPDATES>>>More >>
As of Sunday morning, there are just less than 1,000 customers without power in the Inland Northwest. There are still more than 956 Avista customers without power but Avista says all customers will have power by 6 p.m. Sunday night. >>>SEE LATEST OUTAGE UPDATES>>>More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:36 AM EDT2014-07-27 14:36:04 GMT
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) - Hamas says it has agreed to a 24-hour humanitarian truce in the Gaza war ahead of a major Muslim holiday. Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri said the truce would go into effect at 2 p.m. Sunday. The three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday, which caps the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, is expected to begin Monday or Tuesday, depending on the sighting of the new moon.More >>
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) - Hamas says it has agreed to a 24-hour humanitarian truce in the Gaza war ahead of a major Muslim holiday. Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri said the truce would go into effect at 2 p.m. Sunday. The three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday, which caps the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, is expected to begin Monday or Tuesday, depending on the sighting of the new moon.More >>
McKenzie Mott on the left, Josie Freier on the right
