Freedom Lovers

Conservatives propose a “Freedom Agenda”

Identity Crisis

In North Idaho, locals aren’t afraid of a walled city moving in, but about the branding that could come with it

Preparing for the Worst

Coeur d’Alene wants to spend $1.4 million on security improvements — but can they actually stop school shootings?

Falling Down

Law enforcement to vigilantes: “Chill out.” Plus, the State of the City, Part II

DEVELOPMENT | Kendall Yards

Brought to the USA

Gabriela Alvarez didn’t have a choice when she came here illegally. But that didn’t stop her from chasing her own American Dream

Data Cops

The Spokane Police Department rebuilds around statistics-based enforcement model

Polishing the Badge

Spokane Police get PR help; plus, sizing up a casino proposal

Battle for the Booze

How Costco and big grocery stores are trying to corner more of the bar business

Debt Trap

Short-term lenders are facing new regulations across the country. Idaho could be next