Washington man sentenced for trafficking meth

Prosecutor calls on Legislature to create law outlawing trafficking fentanyl

A Washington man arrested in August for trafficking methamphetamine was sentenced last week to 15 years in prison with parole eligibility after five years.

Another Republican debate is canceled after Haley says she'll only participate if Trump does, too

Haley's decision to skip prompted reaction from her GOP rivals, with DeSantis saying that Haley “is afraid to debate because she doesn’t want to answer the tough questions" and a Trump spokesman calling her a “desperate globalist."

Stay off the roads, Pacific Northwest residents are told as ice storm coats roads and trees

By midmorning, the warning area was reduced to parts of southwest Washington and northwest Oregon, including Portland, a metro area of over 2 million.

Kootenai County officials talk legal system

For the first time since he took office in early 2021, Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said his agency is adequately staffed.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

The sheep dog says to the farmer, “Here are your 20 sheep.”

Michael Kalas, 74

Michael Kalas, a resident of Hayden Lake, Idaho for 33 years, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024.

Ray P. Kincheloe Jr., 93

Ray P. Kincheloe Jr., known affectionately as "Bud" to many, was born in Havre, Montana, on May 4, 1930, and peacefully passed away on January 4, 2024. He was the beloved son of Ray Kincheloe and Frances Smith.

OPINION: If you pay peanuts for a job, you’re likely to attract monkeys

Judges are the heart of the American system of justice. Faith in our court system depends upon having judges who are competent and impartial. That, in turn, requires thorough vetting of judicial candidates to put the best qualified people on the bench. For over 50 years, Idaho has had procedures in place to ensure the appointment of highly qualified judges at every level of the court system.

Haley Jean Perry, 32

Haley Jean Perry's life was cut short at 32 from complications due to her battle with asthma.

QUOTING HITLER: Contradicts bravery of WWII veterans

I really appreciated a commentator’s recent article about her repulsion at people quoting Hitler. As the daughter of a World War II veteran, I couldn’t agree more with her sentiments. What is particularly ironic is that people spouting such idiocy and hate today, were born into freedom and live in America. Further, they have enjoyed its many freedoms as a direct result of the heroism of the World War II generation.

Legals for January, 17 2024

Trump notches a commanding win in the Iowa caucuses as DeSantis edges Haley for second place

Trump offered a message of unity in his victory speech

New York City, Philadelphia finally get notable snow while other parts of the US get a deep shiver

At least four people in the Portland area died, including two people from suspected hypothermia. Another man was killed after a tree fell on his house and a woman died in a fire that spread from an open-flame stove after a tree fell onto an RV.

Washington state sues to block proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons grocery chains

Kroger, which owns QFC and Fred Meyer and is based in Cincinnati, is seeking to acquire Albertsons, which owns Safeway and Haggen and is based in Boise

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Welcome to the merry-go-round of coaches — and those who actually wanted to stay

ON THE other hand, there’s something very cool about coaches who stick and stay — turning down more money and more prestige, slogging through the transfer portal, tip-toeing along with the NIL, and all the rest of it.

This 'Eagle' has four legs

Club meets canine it bought Idaho Disaster Dogs

Named "Eagle,” the 12-week-old puppy showed off big paws and a big personality as she was petted and hugged by men and women. She responded with tail wags and doggy kisses.

Pets left behind find 'happy ending'

Dogs left behind at groomer found a new home.

Diane Flegel, 85

Diane Flegel, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, at her home in Hayden, Idaho.

Karen Diane Tate Eggers, 75

Karen Diane Tate Eggers was born December 23, 1948, in Moscow, Idaho to Dave and Reta (Short) Tate. She passed away peacefully, with family by her side January 10, 2024, at Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House.

Silver Valley Sports: Jan. 8 - 14

Wallace boys and girls knock off Genesis Prep; Kolter Wood goes undefeated at River City Duals; Kellogg boys and girls jump into CIL play.