Details emerge, but remain murky in Spirit Lake shooting

Though a coroner’s report has revealed that a Spirit Lake woman died by homicide amid an “officer-involved shooting” in November 2023, questions about her death remain.

Man again arrested on trespass charge

The Bonner County commissioners’ regular meeting was delayed Tuesday by almost half an hour after Dave Bowman — who was trespassed from the building Jan. 26 for disruption and perceived threats — arrived at the meeting despite the ban.

Bill to protect public land, water access clears Senate panel

Legislation inspired by Camp Bay Road controversy

State lawmakers advanced a bill Tuesday that seeks to protect public access to Idaho’s lands and waters if a local government decides to vacate a roadway. If a public right-of-way provides access to state lands or waters, Senate Bill 1258 would require counties and highway districts to obtain equivalent replacement access for the public before deciding to vacate it.

Legals for February, 7 2024

Jury finds Jennifer Crumbley, the Michigan school shooter’s mother, guilty of manslaughter

The guilty verdicts — one for each student slain at Oxford High School — were returned after roughly 11 hours of jury deliberations.

Rare tornado warning issued for San Diego County as historic storm still threatens California

Downtown Los Angeles received nearly 7 inches of rain by Monday night

Trump is not immune from prosecution in his 2020 election interference case, US appeals court says

Sets the stage for additional appeals from the Republican ex-president that could reach the U.S. Supreme Court and result in further delays

‘He just elevates everyone’ — Coeur d’Alene High senior Logan Orchard quietly does a little of everything as Vikings try to qualify for state for first time since 2012

“From a team standpoint, I don’t know if there’s a better recipe for a team’s success than having your best player also being your most unselfish player,” fourth-year Coeur d’Alene boys basketball coach Jon Adams said.

Cd’A school leaders, trustees talk money-saving measures

More details about budget solutions emerge at special meeting

The Coeur d’Alene School District’s budget conversation progressed during a special meeting Monday as trustees and other district leaders continue working to address a projected $6 million deficit in the district’s 2025 operating budget.

Lewiston man arrested after standoff

Police arrested a Lewiston man after a standoff Sunday.

PREP BASKETBALL: Bonners battles past Timberlake in first round at districts

“They played great; really balanced scoring,” Timberlake coach Matt Miller said of Bonners Ferry, which had four players in double figures. “The biggest thing was the amount of effort in rebounding, and they gave a lot of effort in rebounding, especially in the fourth quarter. They just seemed hungrier than us; we gave up a lot of easy shots.”

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Jan. 29 - Feb. 4

Lady Miners take top seed in after OT thriller; Kellogg girls set to begin district tournament; Wildcat wrestlers continue to build momentum.

Imogene 'Jean' Gail Bachmeier, 91

Imogene (Jean) Bachmeier was born on April 9, 1932, in Ekalaka, Montana to Edgar and Mildred (Major) Smith.

Kootenai County gas prices dip under $3

But decline expected to end soon

State average dropped just one-third of a penny this week, national average already rising

Lookout battles parking issues on busy weekends

The snow may be great at Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area, but it could be tough sledding for those not among the first people to arrive at the mountain.

Sheriff's Office Notable Calls

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office published the following notable calls that occurred between Feb. 2 and Feb. 4. The sheriff’s office describes this information as preliminary and subject to revision as investigations continue.

Legals for February, 6 2024

Historic storm sends debris through L.A.'s Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

Gushing rivers carried mud, rocks and objects from people’s multimillion-dollar homes, including coolers, ladders and plastic crates

Man arrested after CDA standoff

Police Department was previously informed Covey has had access to weapons and was often armed

King Charles III has cancer and is receiving treatment, Buckingham Palace says

Charles “remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.”