May 13, 2012 in City on Page B1 Late last year, a violinist began showing up in front of River Park Square. He played popular music that could be heard at least a block away and often drew … 14

May 13, 2012 in Idaho on Page B2 LEWISTON – Despite frustration and misgivings, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission voted Thursday to give the department staff permission to set up rules for administering a series of new …

May 13, 2012 in Idaho on Page B2 BOISE – Among the weirdest things that emerged from campaign finance reports in Idaho this week – which showed that House Republican leaders were funneling money from their leadership PAC …

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B2 Tomorrow marks the official start of campaign season. Would-be officeholders will file the paperwork and plunk down the fees for the political position of their choice, or perhaps their dreams. … 1

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B2 Two teens were airlifted to a hospital Saturday after a rollover crash in Ferry County. Alcohol or drugs were involved, according to the Washington State Patrol. Kyle Kirkendall, 19, and …

May 13, 2012 in Region on Page B3 BILLINGS – Former President George W. Bush spoke about his religious faith at a fundraiser Friday night in Billings for a nonprofit Christian ministry called Provision International and said he’s …

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B3 KENNEWICK – The results of the Pacific Northwest’s largest wine competition say a lot about a grape variety that could well be perfect for Washington. During the first week of …

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B3 Everyone thinking about running for political office this year, take note: You have less than a week to make up your mind. Everyone talking about running and acting like they’re …

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B7 Here are the results from the 61st annual Spokane Junior Lilac Parade on Saturday morning:

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B7 Here are the answers to this week’s print version of That’s News to You. 1. B. The 2012 Bloomsday finishers shirt is blue.

May 13, 2012 in Region on Page B7 WALLA WALLA – John Fleming is often asked about being a college student by the Walla Walla High School students he tutors as part of his job. He especially gets …

May 13, 2012 in City on Page B7 OLYMPIA – The Washington state Health Department is warning consumers to avoid eating fresh or frozen shellfish from South Korea. That warning came Thursday as state officials said the federal …

May 13, 2012 in Opinion on Page B8 WASHINGTON – This past week’s news cycle has produced two narratives: One, President Barack Obama is an evolutionary, 21st-century hero who supports equality for all. Two, Mitt Romney is a … 20

May 13, 2012 in Opinion on Page B8 What in the name of John Wayne is going on in the Idaho primary? In the Old West, if you had a disagreement with someone, you settled it face to … 19

May 13, 2012 in Opinion on Page B8 The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture is in trouble. The region’s foremost collection of the visual arts and repository for historic and cultural artifacts has dismissed its executive director, … 2

May 13, 2012 in Opinion on Page B9 Luna recall alive, kicking Concerning the 2012 Luna recall: Rumors of our death have been greatly exaggerated. The Luna recall now has new faces, new energy and new tactics. Our …

May 13, 2012 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 What it all comes down to: a scenic park versus a recreation park, and the cost to taxpayers.

May 13, 2012 in Letters, Opinion on Page B9 I thank God for a healthy family because it certainly isn’t the care given to us by the health-maintenance organizations. I give up! 13

May 13, 2012 in Opinion on Page B9 Every policy issue that has ever been brought before Congress involves facts, opinions, politics and spin, and Senate Bill 2231 is no exception. This bill seeks to raise the business … 1