LIBRARIES: Blank’s resignation was a true loss

Community Library Network Trustee Katie Blank resigned — a true loss of leadership and institutional knowledge. She’s been a protector of the free exchange of ideas and information and a shining example of citizen participation. Ask why.

Rudolf 'Rudy' Marmon, 72

Rudolf “Rudy” Anton Marmon went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2024, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, at the age of 72.

Legals for June, 26 2024

Meadow Complex near Hudlow Junction closes for restoration

Stream and wetland restoration aimed at improving trout habitat

Weed treatments will take place to facilitate replanting the meadows with riparian plant species like cottonwood, willow and western red cedar.

Marion Keating, 93

Marion L. Keating, age 93, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully at the Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene on April 26, 2024.

Rathdrum man accused of Jan. 6 crimes

A federal judge signed a warrant for the arrest of a Rathdrum man for his alleged involvement in events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

William H. Boekel, 87

William Howard Boekel of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2024, due to heart complications.

Ranger injured and armed person making threats dies at Yellowstone, park says

The ranger was in stable condition at a hospital, according to the statement, which did not specify how the ranger was injured.

Emran Restaurant opens downtown Coeur d'Alene

Middle Eastern cuisine is the focus of the new Emran Restaurant at 309 E. Lakeside Ave.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I went to buy a pair of camouflage pants

Garlic lovers, rejoice; it’s scape season

Take a stroll through the Farmer’s Market now through the end of June and you’ll no doubt come across bunches of curlicue-stems of hardneck garlic, known as scapes.

Biden administration old-growth forest proposal doesn't ban logging, but still angers industry

Environmentalists have urged the administration to go even further as they seek to stop logging projects on federal lands in Idaho, Oregon, South Dakota, Montana and other states.

MY TURN: Kootenai County Public Service Announcement special attention: Washington criminals

Reservation Confirmation: Kootenai Sheriff Bed and Breakfast

Fourth of July is upon us and it is no surprise that many of our arrestees will come from the state of Washington. I have a responsibility to advise Washington criminals that Idaho laws are much different than those in Washington. Here are the top 10 things a criminal should know before bringing unlawful behavior into Kootenai County.

The Supreme Court allows emergency abortions in Idaho for now in a limited ruling

The Idaho opinion doesn’t answer key questions about whether doctors can provide emergency abortions elsewhere

17 Idaho hunters draw Super Hunt tags

Second drawing deadline is Aug. 10

Hunters still have a second chance to win a Super Hunt tag this year.

Barbara J. Renner, 87

On August 13, 1936, in the Missouri Ozarks, Ernest and Clara Allen Smith welcomed their firstborn – a daughter, Barbara Jean.

EDITORIAL: Clearing the tall starter-home hurdle

It's a daunting task, but patience and a plan can help shift renters into buyers.

Judge could soon set trial date for man charged in killings of 4 University of Idaho students

So far, 2nd District Judge John Judge has not set a trial date, noting that the case is particularly complicated in part because prosecutors have said they will seek the death penalty if there is a conviction.

Hawaii settles lawsuit from youths over climate change. Here's what to know about the historic deal

The lawsuit said one plaintiff, a 14-year-old Native Hawaiian, was from a family that farmed taro for more than 10 generations

EDITORIAL: A united Idaho GOP? We'll see

Summer convention will put Kootenai County's peaceful precedent in perspective