$1M earmarked for North Idaho forests

Goal is to reduce wildfire risk as weather warms up

The funds will also expand road repairs to improve watershed conditions and provide access for wildfire management and implementation of project activities.

Post Falls gears up for market and music series amid parking challenges

The 2024 River City Market and Music series is the first major hurdle for Post Falls affected by the parking closure at Falls Park from 2024-2027 during the Post Falls Dam project.

Sheriff's office looks to grow in remodeled Kootenai North building

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office aims to complete its move to the Kootenai North facility in Hayden by summer’s end.

How does “Missing Middle Housing” affect the housing crisis?

In a recent presentation by the National Home Builders Association at a summit hosted by the North Idaho Building Contractors it was predicted that as a country, we need to build two million homes in the next few years in order to address the nationwide housing crisis and shortage.

MY TURN: Senate Bill 1329 impacts minors' health care

As families across Idaho gear up for summer adventures, I'm compelled to address a legislative change that will impact pediatric health care access starting July 1. Senate Bill 1329 warrants our attention.

MY TURN: Take a stand against bigotry, racism

On behalf of the NAACP Kootenai County Branch, I am writing to address a deeply troubling incident that recently occurred at McEuen Park, where young students from the Coeur d’Alene Tribal School were racially harassed by a group of adults. First and foremost, we stand in solidarity with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe and the affected children, and condemn the actions of the individuals responsible for the incident. Simply put, intolerance and disrespect have no place here.

Coeur d'Alene library director resigns

Michael Priest to take equivalent role in New Zealand

Michael Priest's last day with the city will be July 12.

Numerica awards $372K to regional nonprofits

Local recipients are Family Promise, Third Avenue Marketplace, Safe Passage

Safe Passage, Family Promise of North Idaho and Third Avenue Marketplace (formerly the Post Falls Food Bank) are among 21 regional nonprofits awarded a total of $372,000 in grants by Numerica Credit Union. The funds were distributed through the 2024 Numerica Charitable Fund, a June 6 news release said. This annual program partners with organizations that align with the credit union’s philanthropic initiative, Numerica CARES for Kids.

PARADE: Thanks for picking up trash

PARADE: Thanks for picking up trash

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers

CLOCKS: Who’s got the time?

Did every business and bank in Kootenai County resent the few pennies it takes to run a battery-operated clock that they had to remove all of them? It is insane.

CLN board appoints new trustee

Karen Campbell selected over Ron Hartman

The Community Library Network board appointed and swore in a new trustee during Thursday's special meeting. Karen Campbell of Hayden was selected in a 3-1 vote to fill the board vacancy left by longtime board member Katie Blank, who resigned June 16. Campbell was chosen over one other nominee, Ron Hartman of Kootenai County.

Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial

In a historic ruling, the justices said Monday for the first time that former presidents can be shielded from prosecution for at least some of what they do in the Oval Office.

editorial: United we stand for a strong USA

Our differences are important; our togetherness is essential

MY TURN: An open letter to CLN Trustee Hanley

I am writing to express my deep disappointment and concern regarding your recent remarks and decisions concerning potential candidates for trustee positions.

The Joy of Triathlons

Kip is a physical therapist who moved here in 2007 and didn’t do his first triathlon until 2010

Coeur d’Alene community raises over $62K for local children with critical illnesses

Coeur d’Alene community raises over $62K for local children with critical illnesses

Over 200 local residents raised more than $62,000 for Make-A-Wish Idaho and the wish kids it serves when they participated June 1 in the Walk For Wishes North Idaho at Riverstone Park.

Happy … Second of July?

John Adams thought that should be day to celebrate independence.

The Exhausted Dad: Hearsay about summer camp and pink eye

Not all the most interesting parenting stories happen to me. While my wife and I share many parenting adventures, sometimes we face challenges alone. Having four kids exacerbates the problem, as we’re often forced to split up to manage the busy schedule of adolescent extracurriculars. It means one parent occasionally misses something fun. But it also provides the chance of dodging unforeseen misery.

Mary Albert, 86

Mary Ieleen Albert, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024.