Craig Meidl Returns to Law Enforcement Leadership | Spokane News

Craig Meidl, former Spokane Police Chief, is back in law enforcement leadership—this time as undersheriff for Kootenai County. After stepping down from Spokane after seven years, he’s now tackling a complex, fast-growing jurisdiction with deep operational experience. Sheriff Robert Norris praised Meidl’s people skills and commitment to community service, while Meidl himself reflected on the dedication of officers nationwide. This move signals Meidl’s continued influence in the Inland Northwest’s policing landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/sep/15/former-spokane-police-chief-meidl-named-kootenai-c/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0920639dfbd5101c Report issues to [email protected].