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Please share story ideas, offer insights about local headlines, share photos and videos and interact with our team! 1953: KXLY-TV Channel 4 goes on the air as a CBS affiliate. The station is owned by Ed Craney with Symons Broadcasting & Bing Crosby.

1962: Mr. Morgan Murphy purchases KXLY-TV and KXLY AM/FM.

1964: Construction begins on the current broadcast facility on 500 West Boone Avenue.

1968: KXLY-TV transmits local color programming to its viewers.

1974: KXLY-TV becomes the first station in the nation to utilize mobile electronic news gathering during the Expo 74 World's Fair.

1986: KXLY -TV becomes the first Eastern Washington television station to transmit stereo audio programming.

1992: KXLY ABC 4 establishes a full-time Coeur d'Alene North Idaho Newsroom, moving into the former Wells Fargo bank building on Sherman Avenue.

1999: KXLY ABC 4 becomes the first television station in the Pacific Northwest to broadcast full-coverage HDTV signals. Our HD broadcast premiered with Monday Night Football on ABC.

2008: KXLY ABC 4 is the first Spokane station to broadcast local news and weather graphics in High Definition

Mayor Lisa Brown is urging federal lawmakers to preserve a grant program that provides millions annually for affordable ...
07/10/2025

Mayor Lisa Brown is urging federal lawmakers to preserve a grant program that provides millions annually for affordable housing and social services in Spokane.

SPOKANE, Wash. — Mayor Lisa Brown is joining mayors nationwide in urging federal lawmakers to preserve a grant program that provides millions annually for affordable housing and social services in

Harmful algal blooms detected in upper Hayden Lake near Sportsman's Park.
07/10/2025

Harmful algal blooms detected in upper Hayden Lake near Sportsman's Park.

HAYDEN, Idaho — Health officials have issued a public advisory for portions of Hayden Lake after water testing revealed harmful algal blooms.

FIREWATCH: The Western Pines Fire has burned 3,787 acres northeast of Davenport with 0% containment.
07/10/2025

FIREWATCH: The Western Pines Fire has burned 3,787 acres northeast of Davenport with 0% containment.

DAVENPORT, Wash. — A rapidly spreading wildfire northeast of Davenport has burned 3,787 acres and forced Level 3 evacuations as firefighters battle the human-caused blaze with zero containment, according to

Firefighters respond to small fire in Spokane Valley, cause under investigation.
07/10/2025

Firefighters respond to small fire in Spokane Valley, cause under investigation.

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Firefighters were dispatched to a small fire near the intersection of East 4th Avenue and South Farr Road Thursday morning.

CAMPING FORECAST: It's gonna be a hot one. No rain expected if hit up Potholes State Park this weekend.
07/10/2025

CAMPING FORECAST: It's gonna be a hot one. No rain expected if hit up Potholes State Park this weekend.

Firefighters from across region cover shifts as Coeur d'Alene honors fallen heroes.
07/10/2025

Firefighters from across region cover shifts as Coeur d'Alene honors fallen heroes.

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - As two Coeur d'Alene-area firefighters are laid to rest this week, firefighters from around the region will staff their fire stations, responding to calls as the

HAPPENING TODAY: Celebration of Life services will take place Thursday and Friday morning for two firefighters killed in...
07/10/2025

HAPPENING TODAY: Celebration of Life services will take place Thursday and Friday morning for two firefighters killed in the line of duty. You can watch live coverage of the procession beginning at 10 a.m. on KXLY+ and KXLY.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_4_News_Now.

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho -- Thursday and Friday fallen firefighters John Morrison and Frank Harwood will bel laid to rest.

FIRST ALERT 4CAST: After days of worrying about fire conditions, Thursday will be a positive change of pace.
07/10/2025

FIRST ALERT 4CAST: After days of worrying about fire conditions, Thursday will be a positive change of pace.

Thursday will be a positive change of pace after the wildfire activity earlier this week. Temperatures will be comfortable while a few more clouds provide shade. A few mountain showers

Conservation officers said five of the seven deer were killed within a single 24-hour period.
07/10/2025

Conservation officers said five of the seven deer were killed within a single 24-hour period.

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — Two St. Maries men are facing eight felony charges after illegally killing seven mature white-tailed deer bucks in north Idaho.

The fitness classes are free and include yoga, Irish dance and cheer.
07/10/2025

The fitness classes are free and include yoga, Irish dance and cheer.

SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Spokane Library isn't just for reading and expanding your mind, it's also for moving your body!

Fire officials recommend creating substantial defensible space around homes and buildings.
07/10/2025

Fire officials recommend creating substantial defensible space around homes and buildings.

SPOKANE, Wash. — As dangerous wildfire conditions continue to sweep across the region, there are a few crucial steps you can take to keep your home and family safe during

Horne previously pleaded guilty to reckless burning in 2024.
07/10/2025

Horne previously pleaded guilty to reckless burning in 2024.

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Police arrested a man wanted for intentionally setting multiple fire around downtown Spokane on Tuesday.

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1953: KXLY-TV Channel 4 goes on the air as a CBS affiliate. The station is owned by Ed Craney with Symons Broadcasting & Bing Crosby. 1962: Mr. Morgan Murphy purchases KXLY-TV and KXLY AM/FM. 1964: Construction begins on the current broadcast facility on 500 West Boone Avenue. 1968: KXLY-TV transmits local color programming to its viewers. 1974: KXLY-TV becomes the first station in the nation to utilize mobile electronic news gathering during the Expo 74 World's Fair. 1986: KXLY -TV becomes the first Eastern Washington television station to transmit stereo audio programming. 1999: KXLY ABC 4 becomes the first television station in the Pacific Northwest to broadcast full-coverage HDTV signals. Our HD broadcast premiered with Monday Night Football on ABC. 2008: KXLY ABC 4 is the first Spokane station to broadcast local news and weather graphics in High Definition

2019: KXLY ABC 4 re-brands to 4 News Now.