Thursday, December 18, 2025
Staff Writer

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.

ARTICLES BY BILL BULEY

CDA woman hears, feels tree come down on home

Shaken, but OK, Kay was relieved the damage wasn’t worse. She has family around for help and said while the home had no power, it was livable.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 HOURS, 9 MINUTES AGO

Post 143 commander says 'Be The One' will save veteran lives

Post 143 has an obligation to get involved, Shaw said. “We're trying to do something about it,” he said.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 DAYS, 11 HOURS AGO

A mother's words, and love, echo in time

If I am quiet for a moment, I can hear her voice and I have to chuckle because her words were not always calm, sweet and reassuring. Oh, not that she was mean. She was just speaking her mind and yes, wanted to have a little fun at the expense …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 11 HOURS AGO

High temps, winds, rains hit North Idaho

High winds and warm temperatures hit area
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

McGrane: Outside money influencing local elections

McGrane was in Kootenai County to watch the canvassing of votes. He said the voting tallies were accurate and there is strong voter confidence in the integrity of Idaho elections. “Idaho is in a really good place,” he said.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

Caretaker needed for Jewett House for first time in decades

For the first time in four decades, a live-in caretaker is needed for the Jewett Hose, built in 1917 by the Rutledge family and donated to the city in 1978 by the Potlatch Corp. It sits in the Sanders Beach neighborhood just minutes from downtown.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

Kootenai median home price rises

In Shoshone County, the median price of a single-family home in November was $288,500, down slightly from one year ago. The number of homes sold through November was 160, up 1.9% from the same time last year, while active residential listings totaled 91 as of Dec. 3, down slightly one …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

Coeur d'Alene expands prayer outreach

Mayor-elect Dan Gookin had requested that council discuss opening the invocation countywide. He said he was a guest of the local ainisterial Association earlier this year and was told Coeur d'Alene residents attend churches outside the city, but the pastors of those churches aren't eligible to give the city invocation, …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS AGO

Three seeking Coeur d'Alene City Council seat

Logan Anderson, Rob Knutson and Tonya Coppedge applied or the post being left by City Councilor Dan Gookin, who will move into the mayor's office after being elected in the General Election in November. In their applications, the candidates each offered why they want to be a councilmember.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS AGO

Wanted: Greatest shots of the eagles

Whether you're a seasoned photographer or beginner, this contest is your time to shine and see eagles as they snare kokanee from Lake Coeur d'Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

St. Vincent's warming center in Post Falls readies for high demand this winter

The warming shelter off Seltice Way opens at 33 degrees, and with the lows lately in the 20s, and a forecast for that to continue, it’s likely to have plenty of guests, most from Kootenai County, filling its roughly 25 beds in two different rooms for men and women
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO

Christmas, Coeur d'Alene-style

On a night perfect for a parade with clear skies and about 35 degrees, adults and kids lined Sherman Avenue four-and five-people deep at times and gave a warm welcome to Santa Claus, the North Idaho Sparkers, the Lake City High School band and cheerleaders, friendly canines, and a long …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO

City may widen prayer boundaries

Should Council invocation system be modified to allow non-profit faith-based organizations within Kootenai County, instead of only within the city limits, to provide invocations at the City Council meetings?
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

McGrane: Outside money influencing local elections

McGrane was in Kootenai County to watch the canvassing of votes. He said the voting tallies were accurate and there is strong voter confidence in the integrity of Idaho elections. “Idaho is in a really good place,” he said.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

Judd Jones will lead countdown for Resort Lighting Ceremony

While Jones has never sought the spotlight, it will literally fall on him for The Coeur d’Alene Resort’s annual Lighting Ceremony about 6 p.m. Friday, following the downtown parade. He will be the guest of honor, leading the countdown to fireworks, music, and more than a million holiday lights for …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO

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