Q6 Extra

Not even 18-years-old, but inspired by tales of war from books about Marines and ancient, epic poems, Kacy Tellessen joined the Marines to serve his country overseas. When he returned from war, the transition to civilian life wasn't easy, to say the least. However, the self-proclaimed "Book Nerd" found his post-war purpose in the very thing that began his journey: Books. KHQ's Cory Howard sits down for an in-depth interview with Spangle-native, Marine, and author of "Freaks of a Feather: A Marine Grunt's Memoir", Kacy Tellessen.

Welcome to another Q6 Extra. I'm Kevin Kim and today, we're talking about Sunday - two Sunady's to be specific: May 31 and June 7. I sat down with Spokane Police Sergeant Terry Preuninger at the Spokane County courthouse, where most of this past Sunday's peaceful protest took place. I wanted to understand what officers on the ground were going through, what they were seeing, and what we can all do as a community to make sure violence doesn't occur again.

We talked about May 31, including the peaceful protest, mentality of law enforcement throughout the day and night, and what led to the looting and riots that night.

We also talked about this upcoming Sunday, June 7. Another peaceful protest is planned, just like May 31... but what needs to be done, so the night of May 31 doesn't happen again? Listen to our full conversation in the podcast below.

COVID-19 Survivor Ryan Ragaza-Bourassa talks with KHQ about being in a coma, hooked to a ventilator, facing death, and overcoming coronavirus

Stephanie Vigil talks with Spokane's newest City Councilwoman Betsy Wilkerson

On Thursday Night Football Rookie QB and WSU Alum, Gardner Minshew starting for the second-straight week in place of injured Nick Foles, led the Jags to a 20-7 win over Tennessee on Thursday in its home opener. KHQ talked to his Father, Flint, about his son's NFL career.

Xavier Lee (@iamxavierlee) is a motivational speaker with an eye-opening upbringing. From dropping out of high school with a 1.6 GPA to being homeless on the streets as a 16 year old to graduating with a degree from Washington State University. He has traveled to hundreds of schools, sharing his story to uplift others. His latest stop is Dishman Hills High School, where he'll be speaking at the school's graduation. Before he shares his story to the oldest nontraditional high school in Spokane County, Xavier stopped by KHQ to share his nontraditional and inspirational journey.