The decision also opened up the chance to enforce Spokane's Proposition 1, which prohibits camping near day cares, schools, and parks. Now Washington lawmakers want one tweak to any camping bans.

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — Spokane County Commissioners hosted a hearing on public camping on Tuesday afternoon. County commissioners discussed the language in their public camping ordinance and ...

SPOKANE, Wash. – The Downtown Spokane Partnership is urging Washington state legislators to halt a bill that could legalize sitting, lying and camping on public property statewide. The bill ...

Due to a recent change made by the Spokane County Commissioners, law enforcement no longer needs to ensure shelter beds are available before enforcing the county's public camping ordinance.

"This announcement underscores Spokane's growing reputation as a sports destination city and a key part of the statewide efforts to welcome the world's game to communities throughout Washington.

SPOKANE, Wash. -- A proposed bill could override the current ordinances in Spokane and Spokane Valley that prohibit camping in public places. The Washington Legislature is considering House Bill ...