
Cristian Garza
Producer and Reporter at KNDO-TV (Yakima, WA)
WA🌲 Weekend Anchor/Reporter B.A. JMP: @murrowcollege Regional Reporter: @KHQLocalNews/@KNDUKNDO/@KULR WSU'21
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More to Every Story: State required safety plan put to the test during Cheney High School evacuation
1 week ago |
krem.com | Cristian Garza
CHENEY, Wash. — Washington state requires that all schools adopt and implement a "safe school plan," including things like initial emergency responses, like lockdowns or evacuations. Washington state code requires districts to create a plan for family and student reunification with staff and first responders. The building principal must also be certified in the incident command system.
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1 week ago |
krem.com | Cristian Garza
SPOKANE, Wash — After days of negotiation and an all-night session last week, House Republicans narrowly passed President Trump's "one big beautiful bill." As the bill heads to the Senate, certain organizations like Planned Parenthood find themselves facing potential funding loss. "This fight is about keeping our doors open," said Lindsay Johnson, the chief external affairs officer for Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho (PPGWNI).
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2 weeks ago |
krem.com | Cristian Garza
As warm weather returns, the temptation to dive into lakes and rivers grows stronger across the Inland Northwest. Local shops like Evergreen Gear Exchange are bustling with adventurers gearing up for paddleboarding, kayaking, and more. But experts warn: just because the sun is shining doesn’t mean the water is safe.
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2 weeks ago |
ktvb.com | Cristian Garza
The controversy centers on a refurbished building known as Ye Old Bank, owned by local resident Matt Meyer. Meyer, a member of Christ Church—an evangelical congregation based in nearby Moscow—sought city approval in 2023 to use the space for weekend church services. The Troy City Council ultimately denied the permit, citing limited parking and a desire to reserve downtown space for retail as outlined in the city’s comprehensive plan.
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2 weeks ago |
krem.com | Cristian Garza
TROY, Idaho — A federal lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice has put the small town of Troyin the national spotlight. The DOJ claims the city violated federal law when it denied a conditional use permit for Christ Church to hold worship services at a downtown event center. The controversy centers on a refurbished building known as Ye Old Bank, owned by local resident Matt Meyer.
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BREAKING: SWAT stand off near 6th and Ash street after a stabbing suspect barricades himself inside of an apartment. SPD believes the suspect has access to an assault rifle. The public is asked to stay away from the area. Watch updates tonight on @KREM2 https://t.co/c0jA7IgZIR

The aftermath following the fire that destroyed the Great Wolf Lodge Steakhouse in Coeur d’Alene. According to Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, 1 person was taken to the hospital for burns and 3 firefighters were hurt as well. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. https://t.co/dd5gjlvO2Y

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