UPDATE on town hall chaos: Woman who was dragged out speaks, police chief condemns security, name of security firm confirmed

A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.

Kootenai County jail sees surge in immigration holds

The number of people booked into the Kootenai County jail on “border patrol hold” is increasing after President Donald Trump issued a slew of executive orders on immigration, while the sheriff’s office promised to continue to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Kootenai County commissioners approve license plate reader contract

Kootenai County commissioners approved a one-year contract with Motorola for automatic license plate reader software to be used in 48 sheriff’s office patrol vehicles.

Norris wins big

Four more years for Kootenai County sheriff

Norris said he believes he won handily because he has been active in the community and crime is down in the county by about 15%.

MY TURN: Kootenai County Public Service Announcement special attention: Washington criminals

Reservation Confirmation: Kootenai Sheriff Bed and Breakfast

Fourth of July is upon us and it is no surprise that many of our arrestees will come from the state of Washington. I have a responsibility to advise Washington criminals that Idaho laws are much different than those in Washington. Here are the top 10 things a criminal should know before bringing unlawful behavior into Kootenai County.

Lawsuit alleges Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office violated public records act

A Hayden resident has filed a lawsuit against the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and Bob Norris in his capacity as sheriff, asking the court to compel KCSO to disclose certain records.

Mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking become law

North Idaho lawmakers were split on bill

‘Coffee with the sheriff’ in Cd’A Wednesday

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris and other members of the law enforcement agency will meet with Coeur d’Alene community members Wednesday to discuss issues affecting the city and gather feedback.

Norris to seek second term

Kootenai County Sheriff Robert “Bob” Norris announced he will seek election to another term.