House panel OKs, kills teacher pay bill in same day

BOISE (AP) - The latest revision of a bill to boost teacher pay in Idaho during the next five years showed promise of passing early Wednesday morning, but the legislation was killed just eight hours later.

Edmunds recommends 5 extra-small crossover SUVs

Extra-small crossover SUVs make up the fastest-growing class in the automotive industry over the past five years, according to Edmunds data. The segment surpassed the 1 million mark in number of vehicles sold for the first time in 2019.

More school salaries are cut

Post Falls, Lakeland teachers will have furlough days

The Post Falls and Lakeland school districts and the teachers unions have come to agreements calling for furlough days to reduce salaries more than 3 percent.

Diamond Watch Fire continues to grow

Firefighters continue to try to contain the growing Diamond Watch Fire near the border between Washington and Idaho’s Priest Lake area. Mapped by an infrared flight, the fire was reported at 270 acres Tuesday, up from 120 acres measured Friday, Aug. 5. The fire is zero percent contained, according to a U.S. Forest Service news release issued Tuesday afternoon.

New movies: Disney’s ‘One and Only Ivan,’ Netflix’s ‘Project Power’

At first glance, Disney’s live-action adaptation of the popular children’s novel “The One and Only Ivan” by K.A. Applegate seems out of step with what we know about the quality of life for animals in captivity.

All-day kindergarten hits local growth spurt

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d'Alene school board on Monday unanimously voted to expand all-day kindergarten opportunities in the Coeur d'Alene School District in the 2019-2020 school year, following a recommendation from the early education committee.

Armed mobs rampage through villages and push remote Indian region to the brink of civil war

Ethnic clashes between different groups have occasionally erupted in the past, mostly pitting the minority Christian Kukis against mostly Hindu Meitei

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.

Executives see bright spots

Leaders say there is no reason to panic

SAN FRANCISCO - Americans are still spending money at casinos, amusement parks and concerts. Some are even shopping at Bloomingdales and looking at new homes.

Bring a toy for a tot when you go see 'Elf, Jr.'

Christian Youth Theater North Idaho and the Marine Corp Toys for Tots Campaign will be collecting toys at CYT’s eight public performances of “Elf, Jr.” in Coeur d’Alene.

Americans hang on after recession claims wealth

Federal Reserve: Nearly 40 percent or wealth was lost

Looking back, the financial lives many Americans enjoyed until just a few years ago can seem like a mirage.

Reminders and reflections

As we near the end of another year we take this opportunity to remind you of some important changes with regard to real estate that may affect you or someone you know.

Low rates only part of the picture

Even though interest rates for 30-year mortgages dipped below 4 percent again last week, that is not the only good news. More on that later. Prior to the announced average of 3.99 percent interest we received reports that home loan activity has increased. The Mortgage Bankers Association reports in its weekly mortgage market survey the week ending Nov. 14 that loan demand was on the rise driven mostly by applications to purchase a home.

Hayden’s Strawberry Fields — fruitful opportunity for quality living

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Cabrera's HRs can't stop A's

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CDA PRESS CONSUMER GUY: Big pay promises and nasty meat

Here's an interesting consumer complaint I received this week. This is an old online scheme that comes around again and again disguised differently.

Up next: Stage three

Could open bars, tourism, gatherings as early as Saturday

Columnist: See if these pets sound like yours

My vet tells me our dog has Presumptive Cognitive Disorder. That explains why he keeps crapping on the kitchen floor every morning. Our dog, not the vet.

Prep work is key for Pad Thai recipe

There are a few things that are just better at a restaurant. For years, Pad Thai was at the top of that list. No matter how many recipes I tried, I never could get the proportions and ingredients quite right. That was until my friend Sara came back from a two-year trip to The Philippines. She worked for the Peace Corps and during one of her breaks, was able to visit Thailand. During her visit, she took a cooking class that utilized a creative combination of ingredients and explored the tasty flavors of soups, noodles, and desserts.

Heritage ready to soar over Cd'A

Aviation enthusiasts, mark your calendars. It’s time for a fly-in.