Bloglander

South Hill shooting ruled justified — Spokane Police Officer Trevor Nollmyeer's fatal shooting of Todd Ely White last year on 36th Avenue was ruled justified because White had aimed his gun at the officer first. (NWCN)

Luna takes a victory lap — After pushing through three controversial schools bills in Boise, Idaho public schools czar Tom Luna is touring the state this week, stopping in Boise, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Twin Falls and Coeur d'Alene. (Boise Weekly)

Lucky Friday miner is dead — The body of Larry Marek was recovered from the Lucky Friday mine near Mullan, Idaho, on Sunday afternoon. Marek died in a mine collapse on April 15. (SR)

Studs off — Yes, it snowed last week and, yes, this is going down as one of the coolest Aprils on record, but studded tires must be removed today, by state law. (KREM)

Extra Session 101 — Legislators in Olympia are heading into an extra session on Tuesday, and the Spokesman offers a primer. (SR)