AI Ads and Hoopfest Racism Exposed | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

A local company is facing legal backlash after using AI to create an ad featuring a woman’s likeness without her consent—only discovered when she saw the commercial herself. This case sparks urgent debate over AI ethics, intellectual property, and corporate accountability, showing how tech’s rapid growth can trample individual rights. Meanwhile, Hoopfest’s recent racial incident, where a mixed-race team endured discrimination and ignored fouls, underscores deeper community tensions. Together, these stories reveal pressing local issues demanding immediate attention and reform. Listen in…