Plus, Kootenai County is trying to prevent quarries from digging down past the region's aquifer. And Washington homeowners can't find home insurance thanks to increased threat from wildfires.

Plus, the Washington Senate wants to require sheriffs be certified police officers. And rural Inland Northwest churches are putting down their differences to combat Christian nationalism.

Plus, Washington tries to make grocery hauls more affordable. And Idaho could up bathroom restrictions against trans people.

Plus, mental health service cuts in Idaho cost local taxpayers more, the results of Spokane County's special election roll in and short-term rental regulations may be on the chopping block in Idaho. An the Inlander is currently accepting votes for its yearly “Best Of” issue. You can vote for SPR News Today in the Local Podcast category until next Tuesday, February 17. Find a link on our website.

Plus, WA Democrats' "millionaires' tax" passes its first legislative hurdle, and North Idaho College's accreditation crisis is over. Looking to support the podcast? You can leave us a rating and review on your podcast platform of choice. Plus, it's that time of year when the Inlander collects votes for its yearly "Best Of" issue, and the SPR News team would greatly appreciate your vote for SPR News Today in the Best Local Podcast category.

Plus, rising healthcare premiums are pushing middle-income buyers out of the market. And Idaho's Panhandle Health District calls women's health "niche."Looking to support the podcast? It's that time of year when the Inlander collects votes for its yearly "Best Of" issue, and the SPR News team would greatly appreciate your vote for SPR News Today in the Best Local Podcast category.

Plus, the state considers using tax revenue to fund newsrooms. And Coeur d'Alene helps create more opportunities for people with special needs.

Plus, Gov. Brad Little comes to Coeur d'Alene, and WA legislators aim to reduce stressors on farmers.

Plus, the governor reacts to Washington Democrats' proposed millionaire tax. And jail staff in North Idaho are working thousands of overtime hours every month.

Plus, Spokane adds more eviction protections for renters and gets results from the first few months of its heightened anti-camping laws.