Loss of deduction will be blow to housing

As Congress looks for ways to trim the deficit they are sure to look again at eliminating the Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID). This deduction has been an incentive for homeownership for more than 80 years. Many homebuyers rely on this deduction to make housing affordable.

Post Falls City Council to consider impact fee increase

Planning and Zoning Commission to recommend change during workshop Tuesday

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday evening unanimously voted to present an impact fee increase recommendation to the Post Falls City Council at workshop next week.

Martina McBride coming to Northern Quest

Multi-platinum selling country songstress, Martina McBride will perform Aug. 31 as part of Northern Quest Casino's 2013 Pepsi Summer Outdoor Concert Series.

Larsen's perfect game uniform sells for $756,000

NEW YORK (AP) - The uniform Don Larsen was wearing when he pitched the only perfect game in World Series history has sold for $756,000.

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- A public hearing on the proposed Wolf Lodge Bay zone change to allow a dock building company to operate on a sliver of shoreline along Highway 97 in Coeur d’Alene is being held this evening at 6 in the Administrative Services Building, located at 451 N Government Way. Commissioners will take public comment before they decide on approving or denying the requested zone change.

Fed to buy unlimited government debt and lend to businesses

WASHINGTON — In its boldest effort to protect the U.S. economy from the coronavirus, the Federal Reserve says it will buy as much government debt as it deems necessary and will begin lending to small and large businesses and local governments to help them weather the crisis.

If you feel a 'draft,' time to take shelter

There’s a new scam on a big upsurge in our area. It’s called the “bank draft” scam.

Cuban may bid on Rangers

FORT WORTH, Texas - The Texas Rangers' auction is on.

What sweet visions dance in your head?

No one is quite sure when Christmas season actually starts.

An entrepreneur story

Silverwood owner Gary Norton writes, publishes a book about his life

ATHOL - Silverwood Theme Park owner and creator Gary Norton said he revealed a lot more about himself in his new book than he ever wanted to share.

County eyes site for ORV park

Property owned by state south of Lake Pend Oreille

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is considering a site of more than 500 acres owned by the Idaho Department of Lands south of Lake Pend Oreille for a possible future off-road vehicle park.

Largest Powerball prize ever at $700 million

It’s the largest lottery jackpot ever offered in the United States and one of the largest ever in the history of the World. With no nationwide jackpot winner for Wednesday night’s Powerball draw, the new estimated annuity prize for Saturday night’s Powerball draw is $700,000,000.

State mulls selling Hayden Lake lots

Site may bring in nearly $1 million; Land purchase near Cataldo also possible

HAYDEN LAKE — Prime waterfront property on Hayden Lake owned by the state may soon be for sale.

Cheaper but not better?

Several bidders beat WiFi contractor's price

The state Education Department received 10 bids for its controversial high school WiFi contract - and four bids were less expensive than the winning bid.

Full-fat cheese the secret to a healthy quesadilla

At heart, a quesadilla is pretty much a Mexican grilled cheese. Take a tortilla, stuff it with something savory, add some cheese, fold it in half and toast it. It's also pretty delicious.

Global economy in worst shape since 2009

WASHINGTON - Mounting fears about Spain's financial health help illustrate why the global economy is in its worst shape since 2009.

Women's March going forward after 'All Guns Matter' stands down

Venue moved to Riverstone after safety concerns.

Consortium counters racism, inequity

Group focuses on equal rights

Human Rights Consortium counters racism, anti-Semitism, social inequity, harmful extremism

Movers and Shakers January 5, 2011

Gee Automotive acquires Spokane Kia

VEHICLE FEE: Gas tax a better idea

The $50 registration fee for each auto in Kootenai County is one of the worst ideas placed on the ballot in 2020.