Stories
E. Idaho man arrested in connection with U.S. Capitol attack
Court documents include several images from videos that authorities say show Tew inside the U.S. Capitol
Shooting suspect arrested
Two men injured in what police describe as random shooting in Post Falls
Police arrested a man who allegedly shot two people Wednesday afternoon.
VIDEO: Tiger King cast coming to Spokane
Audience members will be able to hear untold stories that weren't covered in the documentary and interact with the cast in a 30-minute question and answer session.
Explosion of WWII bomb in Munich injures 4, disrupts trains
Unexploded bombs are still found frequently in Germany
Michigan teen charged in Oxford High School shooting
Charges against 15-year-old Ethan Crumbley were announced Wednesday
Third lawsuit filed against Idaho's redistricting commission
The redistricting commission redrew Idaho’s 35 legislative districts based on the 2020 census
Fish stranded from dam malfunction on Montana river
Hundreds had been rescued Tuesday
Abortion debate epicenter: Mississippi clinic stays open
As patients arrived, some protesters tried to stop them to talk
Volcanic lava threatens church, more homes on La Palma
Molten rock from the Sept. 19 eruption on La Palma has consumed over 1,500 buildings
Oregon governor calls for special session to protect renters
The state received nearly 51,000 complete applications for rental assistance
3 mountain lion cubs euthanized in eastern Idaho
It's not clear what happened to the mother
Dozens of Oregon workers fired for not getting COVID shot
12.2% were exempt on religious or medical grounds
PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Energetic opener ... Mitchell pours in 38 as Lake City begins quest for title
Kolton Mitchell, a junior guard and third-year starter, poured in 38 points, tying the school record set by Matt Dlouhy some two decades ago. Mitchell hit five 3-pointers and sank 13 of 14 from the free-throw line.
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Post Falls starts fast, downs Central Valley in opener
Senior guards Trinidie Nichols and Lexi Heath scored 15 points each for the Trojans, who jumped out to a 26-3 lead in the first five minutes, beating the Central Valley Bears 65-47 in the nonleague opener for both.
North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
Youth Sports Dec. 1, 2021: Bowling, basketball and more
Bowling, basketball ... and more
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Ray a risk worth taking for M's
It’s a risk. There’s no other way to describe the Mariners’ splashing out $115 million over five years for the services of lefty Robbie Ray. Having said that, this is probably a risk worth taking.
Protesters target teen library patrons
'Rainbow Squad' has been meeting for years, but new trustees muster opposition
Community Library Network addresses recent controversy over LGBTQ+ program
The $838,000 tax goof
Big mistake nets taxpayers unexpected present
Kootenai County Taxpayers will see lower tax bills in 2022 and 2023
Little: Idaho kicking butt
Gov. highlights state achievements, says it can do even better
Little speaks to biz group
CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Single mom tries to regroup after homelessness
single mom faces challenges after being homeless for nine months
Single mom of two struggling with diabetes is just starting to find stability following nine months of homelessness, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the sole provider on a limited income, there isn't money in the budget for the tires and vehicle alignment she needs to keep moving forwards.
COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 Watch
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Sammie Wood, Post Falls High
The Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week this week is Post Falls High senior Sammie Wood
REAGAN: Is there another out there?
Having been under the leadership of Ronald Reagan for nearly 20% of my life, as governor and as president, I yearn and pray for such a leader once again.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Is your gut causing you pain?
Research shows that gut problems can trigger pain.
Antone Ornellas, 93
Antone Ornellas (93) passed away on November 12th after having a short illness with pneumonia. Antone was born on June 13th, 1928 to Maria (Souza) Ornellas and Manuel D. Ornellas in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Embrace that changing palate
We hear it all the time and it usually goes something like this, “I just had a bottle of my old favorite wine, and it just didn’t taste the same, or I never thought I was going to like this wine, but I just loved it.”
STREETS: A clean sweep
Our street department workers are not lazy and do have pride in their work as well as all city employees.
Malek takes one for the team
Former state rep puts personal political ambition aside for benefit of the state.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Medical thermography for thyroid
According to the American Thyroid Association, approximately 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid problem, with a greater percentage of women than men.
Fully holiday spectrum — ‘Spencer,’ ‘8-Bit Christmas,’ more
Another holiday season, another 9,000 new Christmas movies.
LEAVES: Pickup earns nice review
I would like to respond to a negative post I read recently, titled Leaves: Pickup gets poor review.
CARTOON: Who is Brandon?
For readers who did not understand your cartoon printed Nov. 17 referencing “Let’s go Brandon,” they were not watching a NASCAR race Oct. 2 at Talladega or seeing it on the internet.
DEMS: Seeing a different future
In response to Bob Ridout’s letter, “History: Paints dim forecast for Dems” on Nov. 21.
Eileen Fay Fleming
Eileen Fay Fleming went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 17th 2021.
PASTORS: Lead peace movement — please
How are we ever going to have a peaceful society in our country if everybody keeps yelling and degrading each other?
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Winter blues — greens, reds and yellows too!
We call them “Winter Blues” — feeling kind of low and down and out.
Op-Ed: Legislature commits political malpractice
One of my west Ada County legislative colleagues spilled the beans.
It hath no fuzzy
Hell hath no (polite, mild-mannered) fury like a crafter scorned (or sort of inconvenienced).
The stay-at-home dad: The family superpower draft
The typical Wilson Family Party features a few constants, mostly food related — Cheetos, salami and cheese and Ritz Crackers.
Una Mignon Hamilton, 78,
Una Mignon Hamilton, 78, passed away November 17, 2021 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Christine “Chris” Douglas, 67
Christine (Chris) Douglas, 67, passed away peacefully in her home on November 25, 2021 surrounded by close family members after a courageous battle with cancer.
Ellen M. Franz, 95
Ellen M. Franz, age 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 23, 2021.
Clifford Herman Claflin
Clifford Herman Claflin was born June 24, 1933 to Ivan Claflin and Esther Claflin (Underdahl) in Slope County, North Dakota. He passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021, surrounded by family members.
PF man faces charges in fatal accident
Charges in fatal accident
No veteran left out in the cold
Veterans have many options for services in North Idaho
Veterans get help
Trial set for alleged child luring
A man accused of attempting to lure a child at Independence Point this summer is expected to stand trial in January.
That’s a lot of toys
Local business collects 1,000-plus toys for kids in need
Every single toy counts. Just over 1000 toys were donated by community members through a Toys for Tots drive by a Post Falls off road shop on Nov. 20, filling stockings for kids throughout Kootenai County.
Life's not a hallmark movie, but it is wonderful
The view from Main Street this week takes a look at the Christmas spirit — kindness, generosity and the riches money can't buy.
Two decades of service
Vice president retires from NIC
From Dean of Health Professionals and Nursing to Vice President for Instruction to Acting President, Lita Burns has worn a lot of hats at North Idaho College. “I have really good memories of connecting with students to help them be successful,” Burns said. “The faculty and staff here are incredible people.” Now after 20 years of service, she decided it’s time to retire from the school she so loves.
Michael David Hirsch, 81
Michael Hirsch passed away on November 14, 2021 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, surrounded by his wife, children, and extended family.
Sarah Basso, 63
Sarah, Basso; 63 Sarah Louise “The Warrior” Basso was a month shy of her 64th birthday.
Jonathan Ethan Moore, Sr. (Morecedes Brown)
Jonathan Ethan Moore Sr., Morecedes Brown or “Mo” as many came to know him by, was born in Redding, California on January 15, 1971 to Bill and Dee Moore
Richard 'Dick' Livingston, 84
Richard (Dick) Livingston was born Feb. 25, 1937 in Niagara Falls, NY where he and his sister, Gretchen, were raised to adulthood.
George Arthur Loos, 71
Known for his great love for life, infectious laugh and a special way of making a person feel valued, George Arthur Loos left an incredible impact on everyone around him.
David C. Dodson, 68
The creator of the most spectacular blueback dip in the universe, David C. Dodson, passed away at home on September 22, 2021
Accused stalker bound over on felony charges
The case of an accused stalker who was arrested after a five-hour standoff with police will move forward.
County reopens Planning & Zoning Commission applications
Deadline to apply is Dec. 15
Free winter driving classes
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department and Les Schwab Tires are offering free winter driving classes Wednesday and Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Police Department. Classes cover driving in snow/ice, avoiding crashes, staying safe in the event of a crash and what to do if stranded. The course is offered as a refresher, or for drivers not familiar with driving in slick conditions. Each class is limited to 40 people. To register, email Officer Nick Knoll at winterdriving@cdaid.org or call 208-769-2319. You may also register online at https://www.cdaid.org/Forms/EmailForm/33.
