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Big Sky Now: FCS Championship preview Bobcats v. Redbirds
The FCS National Championship is finally here, and the Big Sky Now panel breaks down everything surrounding Montana State vs Illinois State in Nashville on Mon…
Zohran Mamdani promises to govern 'expansively and audaciously' in inaugural speech as NYC mayor
Mamdani wasted little time getting to work after the event. He revoked multiple executive orders issued by the previous administration since Sept. 26, 2024,…
About 40 people dead and 115 injured in fire at Swiss Alpine bar during New Year's celebration
Thirteen of the wounded were Italian citizens, and another six Italians are unaccounted for, Italy’s ambassador to Switzerland, Gian Lorenzo Cornado, told stat…
Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security
Other events were more subdued. Hong Kong held limited celebrations following a recent fire at an apartment complex that killed 161 people. Australia saluted t…
Health subsidies expire
It comes at the start of a high-stakes midterm election year, with affordability — including the cost of health care — topping the list of voters’ concerns.
Sled dog races canceled due to lack of snow
"The Warm Lake Stage Race is still under observation with a final decision made by January 15th, and we will keep you updated on any changes or decisions regarding that event," a press release said. "Please do the …
Mayor-Elect Westlund to nominate one name for position
Mayor Elect Randy Westlund’s plans for Post Falls City Council seat five revealed themselves before the new year as word spread that he would not be seeking pu…
Birds of Prey Northwest rebuilding after windstorm; fundraiser on Sunday
She said in their 32 years of running the nonprofit that has rehabbed and saved thousands of birds, this is one of their greatest challenges. While Jane and Do…
Flu spikes in North Idaho
Dr. Ann Weiss, clinical director for Primary Health Medical Group, which has 24 clinics in the Treasure Valley, said in a news release Friday that flu has “sky…
Hopes and resolutions for 2026
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2025 in photos
Year in Photos by Press staff
Yellowstone grizzly range contracts by 4%
Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem trends — which include another high mortality year — are not a cause for concern, federal and state grizzly bear managers say
Rathdrum man charged with child sexual exploitation
A man is facing felony charges after police said he possessed hundreds of images and videos depicting child sexual abuse.
AG: Watch out for tariff text scam
The scam texts follow a familiar pattern designed to fool recipients:
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Did you hear about the guy who started fixing breakfast at midnight on Dec. 31?