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Massive Idaho tax cut, education bill heads to House
The House Revenue and Taxation Committee unanimously approved the bill that has a $410 million annual increase through sales taxes for education
Law enforcement warns of "Skittles" and "Rainbow" fentanyl appearing locally
Skittles resemble pieces of brightly colored candy, while rainbow fentanyl is usually chalky or in powder form.
Remembering loved ones lost to drugs
COEUR d'ALENE — Slowly, the stories emerged in the darkness Wednesday night at Independence Point. One woman talked of visiting a loved one, dying of a drug…
County commissioners slash assessor’s pay
Citing both a failure and an inability to perform the duties of his office, county commissioners made the unprecedented decision Wednesday night to cut Kootena…
After the levy fails: Political opposition, other factors contribute to defeat
Multiple factors helped tank the Coeur d’Alene School District’s levy Tuesday at the polls, including an opposition campaign by the local Republican party. …
Idaho Supreme Court rules in Moore appeal
The Idaho Supreme Court both reversed and affirmed portions of a First District Court ruling on admission of evidence in connection to a first-murder case agai…
Tappers celebrate 18 years
The Lake City Tappers celebrated 18 years of tapping and performing aboard a Lake Coeur d'Alene cruise on Monday, Aug 29.
Labor Day parade Sunday in Spirit Lake
What may be the world's shortest parade is set for 10 a.m. Sunday in Spirit Lake. The longtime Labor Day celebration traditionally lasts just a few minutes,…
Cd'A seeks student reps
The city of Coeur d’Alene is seeking youth representation on city commissions, boards, and committees.
Lutheran church installs youth minister
Megan Scott was recently commissioned as the minister of youth and young adult outreach at Christ the King Lutheran Church.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I saw a baguette in the zoo.
Remembering 'Dickie' Jumel: Much-loved Super Supplements retiree dies at 100
Brilliant vivacity, dedication to holistic health and a true love for the well-being of others come to mind when many think of Dorothy "Dickie" Jumel. “We’r…
Housing market on the move
Housing market up and down
Health advisory issued for Spirit Lake
The Panhandle Health District in collaboration with the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare and Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued the warning o…
Commissioners choose Mortensen for prosecutor
County commissioners voted 2-1 on Wednesday to appoint Stanley Mortensen to the office of Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney. Mortensen, who has 10 years …