Closures expected as Glacier National Park repairs infrastructure systems

Some of the Glacier National Park’s busiest hubs are set to be temporarily closed in coming years to overhaul the park’s outdated water and wastewater systems.

EDITORIAL: Getting the green light on Government Way

The old joke road construction being a season in Idaho seems to need updating. Thanks to our unusually mild winter, Coeur d'Alene is getting an early start on what promises to be a significant improvement to one of our city's main arteries.

VETERANS PRESS: Military facts that may surprise you (16-20)

16) Most U.S. Presidents served in the Army: Before taking up their roles as Commander in Chief, 31 of the 46 U.S. Presidents served in some branch of the military. The Army boasts the most presidential alumni with 16. Obviously serving in the military isn’t required, but it makes sense considering that the president is effectively the leader of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Couple sentenced in road rage shooting near Athol

A couple has been convicted for their involvement in a road rage shooting that took place on Valentine’s Day of last year.

Five arrested in Athol for immigration violations

Border Patrol detained the five Mexican nationals and later booked them into the Kootenai County Jail for federal immigration violations.

Washington man acquitted after fatal crash

A jury acquitted a Washington man who was accused of driving while under the influence and causing a crash that killed a Benewah County man.

Storm dumps heavy snow on northern Arizona, gridlocking Interstate 40

The storm was the biggest of the winter season so far and followed a dry stretch that left Flagstaff and numerous other cities across the West well below normal for precipitation to date. They'll likely stay there despite the snow and rain.

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 the crash.

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.

Idaho Transportation Department announces Highway 54 right-of-way closures

With tree removal and utility relocation mostly complete, the Idaho Transportation Department announced Thursday construction is set to begin on the stretch of highway from State Highway 41 to Greystone Road near Athol. Starting next week, the right-of-way along the south side of Highway 54 – including the unofficial off-road trails – will be closed to all traffic due to the active work zone with heavy equipment. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of everyone, including those using the trails, construction crews and others on the adjacent roadway.

Legals for March, 28 2025

Child injured in hit-and-run collision in Post Falls

Post Falls Police responded to a hit-and-run collision at the intersection of Spokane St. and 11th Ave. around 3:10 p.m. Thursday. A vehicle struck an 11-year-old child who was in the crosswalk. The child sustained minor injuries in the collision.

Idaho State Police dispatchers recognized for investigative work leading to arrest in January shooting

A man has been arrested following January shooting on I-90, according to a press release from the Idaho State Police.

Athol man killed in crash on U.S. 95

A crash in Bonner County resulted in a fatality on Friday morning, according to Idaho State Police. The collision occurred just before 9:59 a.m. on U.S. Highway 95 near mile post 487, north of Samuels.

Legals for March, 29 2025

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If you have any idea how your immune system works, you probably know that if yours is weak you could be more susceptible to infections. But did you know that your immune system can also be overactive and have a strong reaction to something that’s completely harmless? This happens when we have an allergic reaction.

Woman dies in Benewah County crash

A gray 2018 Toyota Highlander, with two occupants, was initially traveling westbound on Lovell Valley Road. The vehicle drove off the roadway, crashed into a ditch, rolled, and came to rest in a treed area. Upon arrival, a 45 year-old female of Omak, WA, was found to be deceased. The other occupant, 32 year-old female of Plummer, ID, managed to contact a local homeowner who then called emergency services. The surviving occupant was transported to a local hospital by air ambulance for treatment.

North Idaho College programs take burden off mom in need of vehicle repair

North Idaho College programs take burden off mom in need of vehicle repair

A spray and wipe here, a twist of a lug nut there. Second-year North Idaho College automotive technology student Sam MacKinnon inspected a front brake rotor of a 2003 Mercury Mountaineer before putting on the final touches Thursday afternoon.

Idaho House passes budget for new statewide public defense system

The Idaho House of Representatives approved more than $32 million in additional funding for the new statewide public defense system on Tuesday at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise.

Public dock access issue may be resolved before boating season

Boating season is right around the corner, though a resolution may not be far off concerning the docks and restrooms through Lakes Highway District and previously maintained by Kootenai County through the Department of Parks and Waterways. The sites at Bayview Fifth and Lakeside, the Spirit Lake Nautical Loop and the Twin Lakes Par 3 have been called into question after the county terminated the launch lease on Jan. 6.