BILL BULEY
Bill Buley covers the city of Coeur d'Alene for the Coeur d’Alene Press. He has worked here since January 2020, after spending seven years on Kauai as editor-in-chief of The Garden Island newspaper. He enjoys running.
Recent Stories
Kids join 'The World's Largest Swim Lesson' in Coeur d'Alene
About 60 boys and girls ages 3 to 12 received free, 30-minute lessons. It was part of The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, global drowning prevention event launched by the World Waterpark Association in 2010.
Coeur d'Alene council moves to protect history
Approves 182-day moratorium on demolition, work on historic buildings
The moratorium has been a goal of the city’s Historic Preservation Commission, particularly since the recent demolition of the E. Lakeshore Drive 1925 home of the late Dr. E.R.W. "Ted" Fox and the historic Roosevelt Inn possibly facing the same fate with a developer offering to buy the property.
Coeur54 sets fundraising record
$30K goes to 4-H
The majority of funds, $30,000, will go to local 4-H programs, while other nonprofits will receive smaller amounts.
It's official: Summer is here
Spring goes out on a cold snap, but heatwave coming in time for Ironman
Summer solstice is the longest day of the year
E-bike battery blamed for Coeur d'Alene police fire
Council approves emergency declaration to speed up process to replace what was lost
Officers assigned to bike patrol had received training on the e-bicycles’ use and charging after use, before they were placed into service.
Coeur d'Alene's Hippler named grand marshal
Longtime community leader named grand marshal of Fourth of July parade
Sue Thilo and Heidi Rogers nominated Hippler and both said they consider him a legacy and his influence stretches around the area.
Grizzly killed near St. Maries
Hunter told Fish and Game he thought it was a black bear
After identifying the bear at the scene as a grizzly, the hunter contacted Idaho Fish and Game and has cooperated with the investigation.
Coeur d'Alene Police seek emergency declaration
Say 'immediate expenditure of public money' necessary for public interest following fire
Request will go to City Council on Tuesday
Old is beautiful in Car d'Lane
Thousands line downtown Cd'A to see classic cruisers
Thousands of young and old turned out to admire about 800 gleaming beauties of the past. Chrome sparkled in the fading sunlight as they cruised up Sherman Avenue.
Kari Lake speaks in Coeur d'Alene: 'Can we get along for five months?'
Arizona Senate candidate calls for unity among Idaho's Republicans
Lake said in the next five months, Democrats and the media will try to divide Republicans and create infighting, she said.
Museum of North Idaho opens for summer in old Roxy Theater
Hopes to move into permanent home in October.
Museum staff, helped by volunteers, spent a few weeks cleaning up and moving some of its collection to the site of the old Roxy Theater.
Coeur d'Alene man turns derelict cars into works of art
Ken Murren has been restoring classics since he was a teenager
Murren expects to have a 1972 Chevrolet Blazer in Car d’Lane, which begins tonight with a classic car parade, and continues Saturday with a show. Both are in downtown Coeur d’Alene.
'Beauty' leaves her mark
Bald eagle became an international ambassador with Birds of Prey Northwest
Veltkamp led a multi-specialty team that engineered a 3-D printed beak for Beauty, and she provided care for the eagle for nearly 20 years, as she couldn’t feed herself and was unable to survive any longer in the wild.
Holocaust survivor: 'You have to be hopeful'
Task force holds annual luncheon on what would have been Anne Frank's 95th birthday
The luncheon was held at the Coeur d’Alene Best Western Inn on what would have been the 95th birthday of Anne Frank. The famous diary of the German-born Jewish girl told of her family’s life hiding for two years during the German occupation of the Netherlands.
Cyclists share hope with Tesh in Coeur d'Alene
'Journey of Hope' riders enjoy stop at Tesh.
About 25 cyclists with The Ability Experience, a philanthropic arm of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, stopped at Tesh during their cross-country that started June 4 in Seattle and is scheduled to end Aug. 10 in Washington, D.C. They’ll cover about 4,000 miles in 67 days.
'Miracle' timeline advances in Kootenai County
Applications for affordable housing development being accepted at month's end
Miracle on Britton is public/private partnership on a 28-home project on a 4.65-acre parcel on Greensferry Road in Post Falls, south of Prairie Avenue and north of Poleline Avenue.
Coeur d'Alene police chief: Could take years to recover from fire
Cause remains unknown of blaze that destroyed millions in police vehicle, gear, equipment
Police lost about 10 vehicles in the Sunday morning blaze, including an incident command trailer, a SWAT Bearcat unit, nearly 100 laptops, ebikes for downtown patrol and everything associated with its canine program.
Taking it to the streets of Coeur d'Alene
Musicians volunteer to play this week for Second Harvest
Hitt was one of about 10 musicians who took up posts in downtown Coeur d’Alene for Second Harvest food bank.
'Eagle' makes a splash at Silverwood
Grand opening of Emerald Forest thrills riders at Silverwood Theme Park
The $15 million project covering four acres included Salmon Run splash pad area that features several slides for kids.
GOP convention this week in Coeur d'Alene.
On Friday night, the Kootenai County GOP will host the Idaho Republican Gala, featuring Kari Lake, who narrowly lose the governor race for Arizona in 2022 and is now running for the Arizona Senate.
Dog left tied up outside Companions Animal Center in Coeur d'Alene
'Loomie' up for adoption
Vicky Nelson, CAC spokesperson, said security cameras showed a person walking up about 10 p.m. Tuesday, tying up the dog, and walking away.
Post Falls woman: 'You don't forget'
Garden Plaza resident recalls what she saw, heard in Luxembourg after D-Day
After Americans cleared Luxembourg of German troops, they befriended residents and some came to Gold’s childhood home.
80 years later, Coeur d'Alene veterans reflect on D-Day
Morgensen, along with fellow VFW Post 889 in Coeur d’Alene veterans Bob Martin and Paul Mahlow, shared their thoughts on D-Day over a cup of coffee with The Press.
Analyst: Hayden Lake in excellent shape
Shallow north end is a concern
Harvey said the Hayden Lake’s watershed had not been disturbed for decades until last year’s Ridge Creek Fire and again soon with the Honey Badger timber harvest.
Appeal of Coeur d'Alene Marriott hotel falls short
Council votes 4-2 to confirm DRC decision, giving project green light
Woodard cited several areas she believed errors were made or proper consideration was not given.
Post Falls woman: 'They lost everything'
Woman helps sister who lost home to Iowa twister
The tornado hit the family physically, mentally and emotionally.
Baker retires from Hecla
Cassie Boggs, board chair, named interim president, CEO
As contemplated by Hecla’s existing management succession plan, Ms. Boggs will be assisted in managing the affairs of the Company by a committee comprised of Russell Lawlar, Senior Vice President – Chief Financial Officer, Carlos Aguilar, Vice President – Operations, and Mike Clary, Senior Vice President – Chief Administrative Officer.
Coeur d'Alene couple: 'We just keep fighting'
Family, faith sustains Steve Prosch after ocular melanoma diagnosis
Steve Prosch was a picture of health when, in 2016, he began having vision problems. A quick series of trip to eye doctors, then a surgeon, and a specialist, found he had ocular melanoma.
Regan reelected KCRCC chair
Republicans hope to find unity moving forward
The Republican state convention is scheduled June 13 to 15 in Coeur d’Alene.
Coeur d'Alene Marriott appeal hearing set for Tuesday
Joan Woodard will present case to council; public can comment, too
The appeal hearing was initially scheduled before the City Council on April 16 and about 50 people showed up, but per city code that limits testimony, they could not comment.
'Pride in the Park' today in Coeur d'Alene
Kicks off 'CDA4Pride Campaign' in June
There will be food, entertainment and an area for community resources and local businesses to share their information.
High-stakes situation in downtown Coeur d'Alene
Firefighters step out 15 stories up for rescue training
About a dozen firefighters went through high-angle training for about five hours on a breezy, cloudy morning. The department’s technical rescue team simulated a rope rescue of a window washer suffering an emergency or being unable to self-extricate from their personal safety equipment.
Return to the wild: Poisoned bald eagle flies again in Kootenai County
Birds of Prey Northwest releases rehabbed bald eagle as kids look on
The eagle released Thursday was found near Camp Lutherhaven early this month and connected with Birds of Prey Northwest.
A sign of things to come in Coeur d'Alene
City considers code changes to allow for billboards to be moved
The proposed new code would also set requirements for electronic signs regarding brightness and require technology for auto dimming.
'We are part of the American dream'
North Idaho home builders say they want to do more but roadblocks prevent them
National Association of Home Builders sends four top department heads to North Idaho.
Coeur d'Alene Tribe: Students racially harassed at McEuen Park, $25K reward offered
Chairman Chief Allan calls on community to respond
The Coeur d’Alene Tribe is offering a $25,000.00 reward for the positive identification and information leading to the conviction or civil judgment against the individuals who harassed and intimidated school children.
Fore! Kootenai golfers to raise money for 4-H
The fifth annual Coeur54 will see 16 players start their day at Coeur d'Alene Golf Club
This year's major beneficiary will be 4-H programs in Kootenai County.
Kootenai County remembers fallen on Memorial Day
Flags fly high as those who died for their country are remembered on Memorial Day
Memorial Day ceremonies were held throughout Kootenai County on a sunny, blue-skied Monday. Flags few high, salutes were many, prayers were offered, Taps filled the air and servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country were remembered.
A run to remember
Record crowd turns out for marathon, half, 10K and 5K
Coeur d'Alene Marathon draws big crowd.
Meant for the military life
Stephen Godfrey reflects on more than 30 years of service
All told, Godfrey served more than 26 years active duty and more than 30 including his time as a reserve.
Give, and you won't receive candy or chips
But nonprofits will benefit from new vending machine at Kroc Center
The purpose of the Idaho Community Foundation Giving Station is to make charitable giving easy. Newcomers to Idaho may not know how many terrific nonprofits operate in Kootenai County.
ISP gears up for '100 Deadliest Days'
Five crash-related deaths already in North Idaho
Teen drivers face higher risks due to immaturity, inexperience, and lack of skills.
Great expectations: New Coeur d'Alene foundation off to a good start
Pledges total nearly $500K in minutes for new foundation aiming to help nonprofits, others
The foundation will have an advisory committee composed of residents work with the ICF board to oversee the distribution of grants, “ensuring that funds are allocated to areas where they can make the most impact.”
Coeur d'Alene home destroyed in fire
No occupants were at the residence at the time of the fire but one dog was found deceased.
Coeur d'Alene Council ignores residents' objections, OKs development at 15th and Best
Gas station fuels dispute, but project gets green light
By a 5-1 vote, the council approved changing the zoning of the nearly one-acre, vacant lot from Neighborhood Commercial to C-17, which clears the way for the gas station that many nearby residents opposed during a public hearing
North Idaho drought fears dissipate with rain
Nearly an inch of rain falls in less than 24 hours.
Norris claims big win
Norris said he has developed a strong base that supports his efforts.
Public can speak at Marriott hearing
Council approves change of municipal code
Councilman Woody McEvers questioned the impacts on Marriott's plans.
Downtown in bloom
Arrival of flower baskets, flags a sure sign of summer
The flower baskets are tended to seven days a week for four months by the Downtown Association’s maintenance team.
KCRCC maintains majority of precinct posts
The KCRCC faced numerous challenges from North Idaho Republicans for the precinct posts.