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Kootenai Health lays off 80 positions
Kootenai Health, Northern Idaho’s largest healthcare system and employer, confirmed Monday that it will eliminate …
Ruling expected soon in Planned Parenthood lawsuit against Labrador
A federal judge in Idaho could decide by Friday whether to issue a preliminary ruling barring state Attorney General Raúl Labrador from enforcing a legal opini…
Springtime in bear country
Spring is here. The flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and bears are waking up from hibernation. “As the population in the Panhandle grows, we're ove…
Kootenai County Sheriff's Office blotter
Notable Kootenai County Sheriff's Office calls for the day - April 19 and April 20
MAY NIBJ: MacKenzie Scott funds support nonprofit leaders
Nonprofit leaders in Idaho will now have access to more resources thanks to a new partnership between the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health and the Ida…
Idaho gas prices rise
Gas prices climb
THE VETERANS' PRESS: 'There are other vets who deserve it more'
When we solemnly swore our oath in supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States, we didn’t have in our heads the idea that existed the potential to leave military service with fewer abilities had …
THE VETERANS' PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory
Every county and state has a Veteran Affairs office to answer questions about benefits and provide assistance.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: U.S. military forgotten benefits
America’s military veterans have made immeasurable sacrifices to serve their country. From combat to training, service takes its toll on both the mental and physical health of these brave individuals. In recognitio…
THE VETERANS' PRESS: How do I start getting my veteran benefits or VA medical help?
Many deserving veterans or their families believe they may qualify for some earned veteran benefits or medical help but don’t know where or how to start the process. Below you will find three steps to get you start…
THE VETERANS' PRESS: VA benefit timelines
Did you know that many of your VA benefits have an expiration date? If not, you are not alone. Most veterans are unaware of all their benefits, let alone that …
THE VETERANS' PRESS: Many veterans are eligible for receiving community care and still be covered by VA health care
Veterans may be eligible for care through a provider in their local community depending on their health care needs or circumstances, and if they meet specific eligibility criteria. Even if a veteran is eligible for…
Today's Ghastly Groaner
You think swimming with sharks is expensive?
NIC trustees nullify Swayne’s contract
North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to nullify the contract of President Nick Swayne but said he will continue as active president “until the b…
Did Ed Sheeran hit pilfer Marvin Gaye classic? Trial to tell
Sheeran's attorneys have said the songs' undeniable structural symmetry points only to the foundations of popular music
Watchdog: World military spending up to an all-time high
The three largest arms spenders were the United States, China and Russia, who between them accounted for 56% of global expenditure