Abortion is enshrined as a constitutional right in France after lawmakers approve an amendment

The right to an abortion has broad support among the French public

OPINION: Partisan rancor takes a brief vacation

Here’s something that you don’t normally see in Washington — the Democratic and Republican leaders of the Senate Finance Committee standing side-by-side at a news conference, talking about a bill aimed to help pharmacists and patients.

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ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What do you say? Let’s talk rosé!

It may seem counterintuitive to be discussing rosé wines when we're still dealing with the sporadic April snow showers and cold weather here in Idaho. However, rosé is a versatile, food-friendly wine that deserves to be appreciated in every season. While it makes a refreshing warm weather sipper, rosé can also provide a delightful contrast to hearty meals during the colder months. So, let's celebrate the appeal of these pink-hued wines, no matter what Mother Nature has in store.

Charles Abate, 98

Charles Richard Abate, 98, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, a former resident of Sun City West, Arizona, Wilkes-Barre, PA, and Shavertown, PA, went to be with his Lord on January 17, 2024, at the Hospice of North Idaho, surrounded by his loving family.

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MY TURN: Help combat Idaho opioid crisis

Start by cleaning out your medicine cabinet

Louise Ann Hartley, 73

Born to Lyman George Edward and Marjorie Evelyn McKay on January 24, 1951, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Louise Ann Hartley, beloved mother and wife, reached out to Jesus’s hand and went to heaven with her immediate family surrounding her on March 1, 2024.

NCAA TOURNAMENT • Spokane: San Diego State rides LeDee, last year's experience to win over UAB

San Diego State (25-10) advanced to Sunday’s second round to face 13th-seeded Yale (24-8), which fought back and stunned No. 4 seed Auburn (27-8) 78-76 before a crowd which became louder and louder in support of Yale down the stretch.

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Charles Alfred Somers Jr., 87

Charles (Chuck) A. Somers Jr, Major, USAF, Retired, of Hayden, ID, passed away December 7, 2023, at the age of 87.

Charles Alfred Somers, Jr., 87

Charles (Chuck) A. Somers Jr, Major, USAF, Retired, of Hayden, ID, passed away December 7, 2023, at the age of 87.

Rite Aid seeks Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it deals with lawsuits and losses

Rite Aid Corp. said in its federal bankruptcy filing that it runs more than 2,000 stores. Most of its locations are on the East and West Coasts, including Idaho

Farmers create chaos outside an EU summit and wrest some promises of relief

Farmers have complained that it’s becoming harder than ever to make a decent living

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The omnicompetent Octocyle: A beloved Fourth of July Parade bike may miss this year, too

The Coeur d’Alene Shrine Club Octocycle hasn’t appeared at a Fourth of July Parade since 2016. And, unless its new owner in Spokane has mastered its quirks, the bike won’t turn up this year either.

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Margaret L. Banks, 74

Margaret Louise Banks, 74, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 9, 2023, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Say goodbye to the COVID-19 vaccination card. The CDC has stopped printing them

If you’ve held on to your card, it’s still valid as proof of vaccination