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Post Falls firefighter looks back on 40-year career
Four decades ago, the fire department in Post Falls was located where City Hall’s parking lot is now, Dan Ryan recalled. Ryan, Kootenai County Fire and Res…
Crews to begin work on SH-53 in Rathdrum next week
Crews from the Idaho Transportation Department are set to begin construction on State Highway 53 near the State Highway 41 intersection next week.
Elected leaders walk to earn money for schools
Each participant selected a public school or district to receive funds. Since the program began in 2015, more than $350,000 has been awarded to Idaho schools on behalf of participating legislators. Steps for School…
Idaho's immigration enforcement bill passes Senate
The Senate on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed a bill to involve local law enforcement in immigration enforcement. The action marks nearly the last hurdle before the bill heads to the governor’s desk.
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Medicaid reform bill passes Idaho Senate, heads to governor's desk
The Idaho Senate at around 6 p.m. Tuesday suspended its own rules to be able to more quickly take up a major Medicaid reform bill.
Woman dies in crash near Sandpoint
The vehicle crossed over U.S. 95, left the roadway, and ultimately came to a stop in a nearby pond. The driver was wearing her seatbelt and succumbed to her injuries on scene. Alcohol is believed to be a factor in …
Wall Street falls in a manic day after briefly dropping more than 10% below its record
The S&P 500 fell 0.8%, but only after careening between a modest gain and a tumble of 1.5%. The main measure of Wall Street's health finished 9.3% below its al…
4 charged in death of 5-year-old boy 'incinerated' in hyperbaric chamber explosion
Thomas Cooper from Royal Oak, Michigan, was pronounced dead at the scene on Jan. 31 at the Oxford Center in Troy. His mother suffered burn wounds as she tried …
Interruptions mark Coeur d'Alene meeting
When White finished and returned to his seat, the man walked over and began speaking to White, who invited him to continue the conversation outside, which they…
Westlund announces candidacy in Post Falls mayor race
Post Falls City Councilor Randy Westlund has officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of Post Falls. Westlund stated in a press release announcing the …
Young moose euthanized after taking up residence in Osburn
An unfortunate situation in Osburn last month resulted in the Idaho Department of Fish and Game dispatching a young moose who had taken up residency inside the…
Local students explore agriculture at Idaho Exhibition of Ideas
Area students participated Friday in the Idaho Exhibition of Ideas during the North Idaho Student Showcase at Twin Lakes Elementary School.
Local physical therapist wins regional health care award
Mountain Valley of Cascadia’s Director of Rehabilitation Tara Lodi, was recently presented with the company’s 2025 Peak Performer Award at the Cascadia Summit …
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail.