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Updated 1 hour, 27 minutes ago

Train, pedestrian incident claims one life

Authorities are investigating a train versus pedestrian incident that happened early this morning, after the victi…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Measles reported in eastern Idaho, becoming state’s second case in one week

The two new infections — both in unvaccinated children — are Idaho’s first measles cases since 2023, when an outbreak in southwest Idaho led to 10 infections. The new reports are the first measles cases recorded in…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Taylor Swift's economic pull makes orange the new green for big brands

Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans - or brands that are seeking a ride on what has become an enormo…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
ISP: Wrong way driver causes I-90 crash in Post Falls

According to multiple reports, the crash happened about 2:30 a.m. People fled from the RV before it burned up.

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Temporary speed limit reduction on US-95 for Sunset Fire response

The Idaho Transportation Department is temporarily reducing the speed limit on US-95 to 55 miles per hour between Granite Hill and Blacktail Road to support firefighting efforts and public safety during the Sunset …

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
As Canada wildfires choke US with smoke, Republicans demand action

On Tuesday, the Canadian government announced almost $46 million in funding for wildfire prevention and risk assessment research projects. But Corey Hogan, par…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Six planets are hanging out in early morning skies this month. Here's how to spot them

Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and a faint Mercury are visible this month without any special equipment, and the best chances to spot them are over the next week. Uran…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
'Keeping Tradition Alive'

For Jordan, that means young and old will turn to the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for the 10-day run of the North Idaho State Fair that begins Friday. It’s…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
23-home subdivision tabled in Hayden

Neighbors object to loss of trees

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Smoke blows through Coeur d'Alene from Washington fire

Smoke was heavy in the air around Coeur d'Alene Wednesday, but rather than blowing from a nearby fire, the National Weather Service in Spokane said the smoke i…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Down memory lane: My Favorite Things to close in Post Falls after 19 years

There is a lot of laughter when sisters Kristina Wayne and Jennifer Bonner look back on their nineteen years as owners and managers of My Favorite Things.

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
University of Idaho lands $1.4M grant to train next generation of wildland fire scientists

University of Idaho researchers are tackling some of the toughest wildfire challenges with support from a new $1.4 million National Science Foundation grant, w…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces new Coeur d'Alene stake leadership

The Coeur d'Alene Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints organized their new stake presidency during a special conference Sunday.

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
Introducing 'The Veterans Clubs'

The Veterans Clubs mission is to provide a welcoming space for veterans and first responders to connect, share and grow. It offers social events, engagement and opportunities to be heard.

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
NIC graphic design students’ creativity earns regional honors

Aurora Bacowsky, Priest River, was the College Division winner of the recent Printing Industries Association (PIA) Educational Trust Student Poster Contest fea…

Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
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