October 30, 2011 in City on Page B1 1. Washington State University bestowed honorary alumnus status on A. Meryl Streep

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B1 Karl Thompson’s version of what happened when he took down Otto Zehm sounds like one of those melees that are staple to TV cop shows. Barking orders. Officer-and-suspect squaring off. … 41

October 30, 2011 in Region on Page B2 WENATCHEE – Despite a $2 billion state budget deficit, the state treasurer will ask lawmakers in next month’s special session to loan $42 million to Wenatchee to avoid default on …

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B2 When you pass the Occupy Spokane protesters or any other demonstrators at any location, you might honk and wave to show support. Or you might honk and wave just one …

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B2 Taxpayers will not have to foot the legal bill for appeals by inmates who die except in narrow circumstances, the state Court of Appeals has ruled. The decision comes in …

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B3 An Idaho man died in a single-vehicle accident near Kooskia, Idaho, early Saturday. Idaho State Police said alcohol was a factor in the accident that killed James R. Oats, 20, …

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B3 Following are the answers to this week’s quiz: 1. B. Betty White was named an honorary Coug for long-standing financial support of the veterinary school. At the ceremony, she donned …

October 30, 2011 in Idaho on Page B3 BOISE – Idaho Sen. Jim Risch has dropped one spot on Roll Call’s list of the 50 richest members of Congress, to 16th. The Capitol Hill newspaper analyzes congressional financial …

October 30, 2011 in Idaho on Page B7 When Ron Edinger began serving on the Coeur d’Alene City Council, Adam Graves had not entered the world. Now the two – the 75-year-old with 40 years of incumbency and … 2

October 30, 2011 in City on Page B7 Colville Corn Maze - Enjoy more than 11 acres of mazes and harvest activities. Today, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Monday, 3 p.m. to dusk. Visit www.colvillecornmaze.com. Knight Farms, 73 Oakshott Road, …

October 30, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 Following is a summary of The Spokesman-Review’s endorsements for the general election. To read the full endorsements online, go to spokesman.com/tags/ 2011-endorsement. For full election coverage, go to spokesman.com/elections. City … 11

October 30, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 Prediction: The next “freedom” issue will be tire studs. November rolls up on Tuesday, meaning it’s the first day motorists can drive around on the little road rippers. In Idaho, … 7

October 30, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 WASHINGTON – Herman Cain’s craggy-faced chief of staff Mark Block took a drag off a cigarette, blew smoke at the camera and sent the political class into coughing fits. Theories … 3

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 In response to the Oct. 11 letter (“Hession listens to citizens”), where were you, Kay Cobb, when Corbin Park and the surrounding neighborhoods in Spokane were taken for granted when … 11

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 Congratulations to the Leadership students of Ferris High School’s “Face Off” with District 81 school board candidates.

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 I read Dale Roloff’s letter (“S-word offensive, too” – Oct. 27) and his examples, leading with Squaw Bay on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Perhaps it has been some time since Mr. …

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 I received a “No on 1-1183” flier yesterday, and I must admit I’m a wee bit confused regarding the arguments against 1-1183.

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 Read Proposition 1. It’s reasonable. It’s time. 3

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 Another election year is upon us and we have the opportunity to make positive choices for our city. I am asking fellow citizens in the 3rd District to join me … 1

October 30, 2011 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 Like hundreds of others, I sat through the District 81 candidates’ debate. Brower is the clear choice. She’s clearly thoughtful and articulate. She has experience as a teacher and knows … 7