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

Poorman named magistrate judge

Tristan Poorman is the newest magistrate judge for the First Judicial District, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ross Pittman’s appointment to the Kootenai County District Court bench.

Kristy Diane Thode, 72

Kristy Diane Thode, 72, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away June 30, 2024 after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Kristy was born on December 6, 1951 in Sandpoint, Idaho

Cooking and coughing: Respiratory diseases plague Kenya as more people burn wood to save money

Respiratory diseases have been the most prevalent diseases in Kenya for the past several years and are on the rise, according to government authorities, with 19.6 million reported cases last year.

Legals for June, 22 2024

An even bigger boom time

Fireworks show over Lake Coeur d'Alene to begin about 10

Fireworks will begin being ignited about 10 p.m. near The Coeur d’Alene Resort. An array of explosions and colors will go on for about 20 minutes.

Kootenai Shoshone Soil and Water Conservation District awarded $98K grant

Funds from DEQ will help buy no-till drill for rental program

The Kootenai Shoshone Soil and Water Conservation District announced Thursday it has been awarded a $98,000 Best Management Practice Grant through Idaho Department of Environmental Quality.

Summer has arrived. Finally!

Happy first day of summer tomorrow, when we'll receive the gift of sunshine and temperatures in the 80s after a chilly wet first part of the month. Summer solstice marks the longest period of daylight of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

Untapped home equity offers financial flexibility

The cost of borrowing has risen sharply in recent years, so when it comes to tackling a big expense, it’s important to know about the options. For established homeowners, their house is likely their greatest asset and, perhaps, their greatest source of financial flexibility. By tapping into their home equity, homeowners can access funds for a variety of expenses and at competitive rates.

Legals for July, 5 2024

FAST FIVE Stephenie Kimener: Life is better in the country

Meet Stephenie Kimener of Long Mountain Meadows. She is a doting wife to Brian and mother to five wonderful children: Christopher, Timothy, Josephine, Benjamin and Gabriel. She is a self-proclaimed mediocre housewife who runs two businesses and homeschools her children. She prefers to be outside with her family and animals while neglecting her household duties, which she admits her husband is way better at doing anyways. She and her husband feel as though they have found their own little slice of heaven at the base of Long Mountain where the valley opens up to several waterways and meadows. She loves her highland cows, horses, dogs and various other farm animals. She gives God all the glory for the many blessings in her life.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Magnesium: Vital for wellness

The subject of magnesium in the diet, as well as topically, has been a hot topic for several years now. It has been touted as the cure-all for almost anything that might ail you. While there is no doubt that magnesium may be good for you, you could be getting swayed by marketing propaganda that lures you into buying something you don’t need.

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editorial: United we stand for a strong USA

Our differences are important; our togetherness is essential

MY TURN: Don't let ego, pride and control interfere with the mission

What are three things that hinder or destroy an organization or relationship? Answer: ego, pride and control. Nothing distorts a group’s mission more than a member placing their ego above the mission. A person’s identity can get tangled up in the purpose and it’s hard to separate the two.

Idaho GOP convention kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

Republicans from all of Idaho’s 44 counties converged on Coeur d’Alene Thursday for the kickoff of the Idaho Republican State Convention.

Helicopters scramble to rescue people in flooded Iowa town while much of US toils again in heat

Gov. Kim Reynolds declared a disaster for Sioux County, which includes Rock Valley

Grizzly killed near St. Maries

Hunter told Fish and Game he thought it was a black bear

After identifying the bear at the scene as a grizzly, the hunter contacted Idaho Fish and Game and has cooperated with the investigation.

MY TURN: Carping critics

Has anyone else grown weary of the small group of faultfinders who attend every North Idaho College board meeting? Their repetitive diatribes and sometimes cheeky behavior are frustrating for those waiting their turn to speak. They frequently remind us that Dr. South, who has been invaluable in navigating accreditation, is still on staff. They seem unaware that it was Dr. South’s team of experts and effective action steps which quickly moved the college in the right direction last year. He also has a contract that runs through June. Regrettably, this whole ‘risk of losing’ accreditation scheme has been a big expense for the college, and completely unnecessary. You do not have to be a mystic or even a philosopher to understand what has happened and why. But you do have to use discernment to know which of the “stakeholders" are obscuring the truth.