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
High hopes for healing
Coeur d'Alene woman to climb Mt. Denali with goal of recovery, helping Gold Star sisters
Motivated by death of brother, CDA woman heads for Denali to help her Gold Star sisters heal.
Kootenai County history must move
Museum of North Idaho finds temporary downtown home after mold forces closure
John Montandon provided a solution. The lifelong Coeur d’Alene man agreed to rent the old Roxy Theater building on Fourth Street between Sherman Avenue and Front Avenue to the museum.
Riggs: Kroc Center the 'best thing' that happened to Coeur d'Alene
The 132,000-square-foot community center owned by the Salvation Army today has about 19,000 members, more than 1,900 daily entries and more than 200 staff members.
'Slammed' on opening day
Crowds come out for farmers markets and it's not even summer
Hundreds turned out for the first day of the Fifth Street Farmers Market.
Coeur d'Alene council to decide if public can comment at Marriott appeal hearing
Planning Commission: DRC made correct call on hotel
The hotel would have 131 rooms, 130 parking spaces, three stories of underground parking, a fitness center, a rooftop bar and an outdoor patio.
That's a moray: Eel pulled from Lake Coeur d'Alene
Dead eel found in Lake Coeur d'Alene
As you might have guessed, the tropical, saltwater fish was dead.
Red for the season
About 34,000 geraniums planted at Resort, surrounding Hagadone properties
It was a red-flower day at The Coeur d'Alene Resort on Tuesday.
Sharing North Idaho stories
Culture, recreation key parts of a thriving community
The tribe offers help in physical, behavioral and emotional health, and does so in a way that is “culturally sensitive, so it can share values.
Strangers becoming friends in Coeur d'Alene
First Monday Night Dinner of the year brings hundreds together
Adam Schluter’s hosted this year’s kickoff to the gatherings at McEuen Park. The music, food and drink were all free, covered by donations.
Even during war, Coeur d'Alene pastor leads group into Israel
The pastor of Candlelight Christian Fellowship in Coeur d’Alene recently return from a 24-day trip to Israel, where he led about 20 people around the Middle East country.
Coeur d'Alene's century man
Hundreds surround Ray Johnson as he celebrates his 100th birthday
Ray Johnson celebrates 100th birthday
Coming together in Coeur d'Alene
Adam Schluter kicking off another season of Monday Night Dinners at McEuen Park
When he held the first dinner at his home, 11 people showed up. Those gatherings gradually grew to more than 200.
Hello sunshine
Temperature expected to rise into 80s this weekend
Sunny skies and record temperatures expected this weekend.
Coeur d'Alene councilwoman: 'A very smart investment'
Funds could be key to finding affordable housing solutions
A March report from the Housing Solution Partnership stated that 24 of 30 categories of local workers are unable to buy a home.
Low snowpack could affect North Idaho recreation
Streamflows could be reduced by late summer, says outlook
While the snowpack measured at stations is well below normal, it could have been worse.
Downtown Coeur d'Alene roar more of a snore
Efforts to reduce vehicle noise working, says resident and city leaders
The code changes approved by the City Council spell out what conduct is prohibited.
Coeur d'Alene prosecutor: No charges in racial incident involving University of Utah basketball team
Says probable cause for disturbing the peace, disorderly conduct not there
The March 21 racial incident was reported in downtown Coeur d’Alene.
Kootenai County Housing market gaining momentum
Sales, prices, inventory on the rise
The CRR reported that the median price of a single-family home in Kootenai County was $519,450 in April, up slightly from $515,000 one year ago.
Coeur d'Alene prosecutor: No charges in racial incident involving University of Utah basketball team
The March 21 incident was reported in downtown Coeur d’Alene.
Walking tall for mental illness in Coeur d'Alene
Turnout small for first NAMIWalks, but impact could be lasting
Families have lost loved ones only to later find resources they didn’t know existed.
Hayden teen walking tall again
Anne Sinclair, nearly paralyzed a few years ago, will participate in Bloomsday today
The Hayden teen will be joined by an entourage, including her parents, siblings and relatives, all wearing T-shirts with the words “Walk By Faith” in bold, blue lettering, and “Anne Strong” underneath.
'Brothers in blue'
Hayden's Alan Golub creates image to honor slain Idaho law officers
On Wednesday, he used what he calls his “blending” technique to combine images on a poster of Greg Moore and Bolter. Both are smiling and proud. It includes their names, titles and date they were slain, and the words, “In loving memory of our Idaho heroes.”
Study shows economic impact of Kootenai County Fairgrounds
Says it generated $30 million in economic output, supported 260 jobs
According to an economic impact report prepared by Crossroads Consulting, the fairgrounds attracted more than 288,600 visits in 2022, generated $30 million in total economic output, supported 260 jobs, and contributed $9.7 million in labor income.
Never Bean Better: Coeur d'Alene attorney marks 50th anniversary of Spokane's World's Fair
Bean will also run his 48th Bloomsday
Sunday is the 48th Lilac Bloomsday Run in Spokane. Bean is one of a handful of perennials who have run them all. And he’ll be there again, this time joined by a granddaughter.
Two North Idaho legislators offer session insights
Okuniewicz said there was a big push for law enforcement in the session and cited several bills that were passed.
A heart for history
John Swallow and family honored for renovation of Northern Pacific Railway Depot
Today, it stands proudly restored. On Wednesday, John Swallow and his family were presented with the Heart of History award by the city of Coeur d’Alene and its Historic Preservation Commission for the preservation and restoration of the Northern Pacific Railway Depot.
About 500 attend National Day of Prayer rally in Coeur d'Alene
About 500 people turned out for an hour of prayer and praise on a sunny and warm afternoon. They stood in the plaza and scattered out sitting on steps and green grass and chairs.
Hundreds attend North Idaho Business Expo, career fair
Nearly 80 businesses and organizations manned booth at the annual event organized by the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber and Post Falls Area Chamber.
Investigators: Coeur d'Alene house fire was arson
Structure sustained significant damage.
Post Falls man still alive and running
LCHS teacher plans to return next year to finish race where he suffered 'widowmaker'
The 55-year-old survived what is known as the “widowmaker” heart attack while competing in the annual YMCA Riverbank Run in Missoula on Saturday.
Preservation month events in Coeur d'Alene slated in May
Efforts rise to protect Coeur d’Alene’s historic buildings, character and heritage.
Locally, a variety of events are planned throughout the month, and all members of the greater Coeur d’Alene community are invited to participate.
Former senator spotlights Coeur d'Alene church in YouTube series
Former CDA resident Gordon Crow travels the country to share stories of places of worship
Gordon Crow telling stories of Catholic churches across the country
Soil swap will close Coeur d'Alene path
Goal is to create buildable lots at former 'Mt. Hink' site
The Coeur d’Alene City Council recently approved a transfer of structural fill material from city property on Atlas Road to Ignite cda in exchange for unsuitable soils from the Atlas Mill site, known as “Mt. Hink.”
Coeur d'Alene commission OKs Marriott hotel on Northwest Boulevard
Construction could begin this year
It’s the third hotel planned for the downtown area, with a six-story, 131-room Marriott at Sixth Street and Sherman Avenue and Hagadone Corporation’s 15-story, 139-room hotel at First and Sherman also in the works.
'We know God's got this'
Church members, leaders hold to faith following pastor's death
People shared praise for Jacobs, but also sorrow, after learning of his death on Tuesday.
'How I saw it'
Don Pischner talks about changes, others lament loss of history
Pischner, District 1 Trustee, Idaho State Historical Society, outlined what things were like growing up in Coeur d’Alene in the late 1940s to the early 1960s, and what it’s like today.
Another hotel proposed in Coeur d'Alene
Hearing scheduled Thursday on four-story structure on Northwest Boulevard
According to a city staff report, the hotel would include a restaurant and bar, conference and meeting room, fitness area, swimming pool and 107 parking spaces.
Education is theirs to keep
115 graduating seniors each receive $1,000 scholarships from Chamber, Tribe
More than $115,000 in scholarships was presented at the event that honored some of the area’s best and brightest graduates.
It takes a village — of police officers
CEO thankful for help
Children's Village thanks police
Tesh turnaround
After employee exodus in August, nonprofit rebuilds staff, client base
It has served over 20,000 children and adults with disabilities since 1976.
Roosevelt may be saved
Developer agrees to see if buyer, solution can be found to preserve historic school
The Press recently reported that Blue Fern was in the process of buying the Roosevelt Inn with plans to clear the .63-acre property and build townhouses. It also own the vacant lot between First and Second streets on Garden Avenue behind the Roosvelt, with plans to develop it, as well.
Council delays Marriott appeal hearing
Wants time to consider changing ordinance to allow for public comment on downtown project
A crowd filled the Coeur d’Alene Public Library Community Room, and many wanted to offer input
Show of force
KCSO displays specialty units as busy summer season approaches
The Covey boys were among about 30 people who drove to Higgens Point for the KCSO’s public showcase of specialty units on a windy afternoon.
Fighting for justice
Wes Somerton retires as city's chief prosecutor
Somerton has been with the city’s attorney’s office for more than decades. His boss, City Attorney Randy Adams, praised him for leadership, knowledge, and professionalism.
No public comment at Marriott appeal hearing
Will be held Tuesday night at City Council meeting
The City Council can affirm the decision of the DRC, reverse the decision, or remand it back to the DRC for further proceedings, said Hilary Patterson, Coeur d'Alene's community planning director.
They do more than fight fires
Department answers thousands of calls, and then some
According to the department’s 2023 annual report, firefighters spent more of their time responding to service calls, including 2,205 fire calls; 7,817 emergency service; 194 mutual aid; 5,212 ambulance transport and 10,022 total runs.
'Windows to our past'
Saving history has many benefits, says museum director
Walter Burns, chairman of the city’s Historic Preservation Commission, said there should be a review process before such historic homes can be torn down.
Cd'A detective to join Internet Crimes against Children Task Force
In Kootenai County, 32 new cases have been assigned for investigation in past five months
The Idaho task force is one of 62 across the country, and it is tasked with investigating and prosecuting individuals who use the internet or other technology to criminally exploit children.
Cindy Wood a 'Hometown Hero'
TDS presents award Family Promise leader
On Thursday, TDS executives recognized her efforts with a Hometown Hero Award, which honors individuals making a difference in the community and especially aims to highlight unsung heroes.
Icebreaker, Dash kick off running season
Fundraisers coming up later this month
The Hauser Lake Icebreaker Run is set for April 20 and includes a 5k and 10k, with the longer race circling the lake.