KREM-TV (Spokane, WA)

KREM 2 is the CBS affiliate that serves the Inland Northwest, based in Spokane. This station has a long-standing tradition of providing news to the Spokane-Coeur d'Alene area for almost 60 years. Viewers can catch news programs on both KREM 2 and KSKN 22, and the station is also available on cable in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. KREM 2 first went on air on October 29, 1954, as an affiliate of ABC and DuMont Network. In the late 1950s, it briefly joined the NTA Film Network before officially becoming a CBS affiliate in August 1976. Initially owned by a radio company, KREM's radio stations were sold off in 1984.

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New security checkpoint opens at SEA Airport, aiming for 'quicker, more efficient' screening

1 day ago | krem.com | Helen Smith

SEATAC, Wash. — A new security checkpoint opened at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Friday morning, adding five more security lanes on the baggage claim level. This checkpoint is on a different floor than the other security checkpoints because "space is tight upstairs," according to SEA. However, the checkpoint also allows certain travelers some advantages that may give it an edge over the ones by the ticketing counters.
‘When one mom cries, we all cry’: Outpouring of support continues for mother of 3 girls allegedly killed by father

2 days ago | krem.com | Eric Wilkinson

WENATCHEE, Wash. — On a sunny day, a darkness hangs over the city of Wenatchee. Warmth is replaced by cold-blooded murder. "I get full-body chills," says Amber Philippe. Amber placed toys, chosen by her own 3-year-old, at the memorial site for three little girls allegedly murdered by their own father. Their mother, Whitney Decker, is living the unimaginable. "It's sad because we can all put ourselves in her position and understand what's going on," says Amber.
Enumclaw 'senior prank' alarms police, students break into school with airsoft gun

3 days ago | krem.com | Brady Wakayama

ENUMCLAW, Wash. — A prank in Enumclaw has landed high school students in trouble with the law. “This could have had the potential to be a very tragic event,” said Enumclaw Police Chief Tim Floyd. Chief Floyd and his officers have been on high alert since late Saturday night after three masked juveniles were caught on camera breaking into Enumclaw High School. Police said pictures show what appeared to be one of the suspects holding a gun in their hand.
Spokane County to debut new helicopter for law enforcement Wednesday afternoon

3 days ago | krem.com | Brandon Jones

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — Spokane County is unveiling a new helicopter designed for law enforcement. The new aircraft is replacing two different helicopters that officials say were outdated. “The two previous aircraft were both 55 years old, so we’ve seen a lot of advances in safety technology and the law enforcement technology as well,” Spokane Valley Police Chief Dave Ellis said. As for those previous helicopters, the county was able to auction off its Bell UH-1 for $900,00.
Spokane Mayor proposes $730K investment in opioid addiction treatments, services

3 days ago | krem.com | Cody Proctor

SPOKANE, Wash. — On Tuesday, at a Gabriel’s Challenge community meeting, Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown announced her proposal to invest $730,000 in additional opioid settlement funds to opioid treatment, capital investments, and wrap-around services across the City of Spokane. “This proposal aims to directly support the vital work of community organizations on the front lines of the opioid crisis.
Growing Idaho - The unaffordability of starter homes

4 days ago | krem.com | Justin Corr

BOISE, Idaho — We're in a housing crisis, and even affordable housing is becoming less and less affordable. Last week, we shared your very strong reactions to a graphic that KTVB's Maggie O’Mara posted on her Facebook page about the income needed to afford the median home in Idaho. Recently, she shared another post about housing. This is from realtor.com. It shows home affordability nationwide. It rates each state on a scale from 0 to 2, with anything above 1 considered affordable.
Alaska Airlines to launch nonstop Seattle-Rome flight

4 days ago | krem.com | Allison Sundell

SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines announced Tuesday it will start offering a nonstop flight to Rome next year. It’s the first nonstop flight from Seattle to Italy, and Rome is the largest European destination that’s not currently served with nonstop service from Seattle, according to the Seattle-based airline. “Rome has been at the top of the list ever since we announced our new global gateway out of Seattle,” Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said in a statement.
Judge dismisses defamation lawsuit against Kootenai County sheriff Bob Norris

4 days ago | krem.com | Kaye Thornbrugh |Coeur d'Alene Press

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — A judge dismissed a defamation lawsuit that named Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris due to a procedural issue, though the woman who accused Norris of defaming her at a campaign event last year is likely to refile the suit. The civil complaint, filed in October 2024 by Coeur d’Alene resident Pennie Collinson, alleged that Norris made vulgar sexual remarks about Collinson during a candidate forum in Cataldo last April.
An Idaho law, meant to protect parent rights, could be harming the kids

4 days ago | krem.com | Hunter Funk

BURLEY, Idaho — It’s a bill that continues to get more complicated. As you may recall, Senate Bill 1329 became law last year, having been passed quickly through the Idaho Legislature. It was intended to amend Idaho’s Parental Rights Act by preventing medical providers from performing medical procedures on minors without their parents’ consent. At the time, it was known as a “simple bill.” When it passed, becoming law on July 1, 2024, it was hailed as a win for parents.
Washington State Patrol's unmarked vehicles target aggressive drivers

4 days ago | krem.com | Sebastian Robertson

SEATTLE — A red Dodge Charger with a “new driver” sticker on the back isn’t what most drivers expect to see in their rearview mirror during a traffic stop — but it’s one of more than 50 vehicles operated by the Washington State Patrol as part of a long-running crackdown on aggressive drivers. The vehicle is part of WSP’s Aggressive Driving Apprehension Team (ADAT), a program that’s been in place since 1998.