Democrats pressure airlines to give back windfall

WASHINGTON (AP) - Democrats ratcheted up the pressure on airlines Friday to give back the windfall they've reaped by raising fares during the tax holiday created by the partial shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration. But it was unclear how much leverage they have to force the issue.

Report: Idahoans spent more on medical care, less on prescriptions

Idahoans with employer-sponsored health insurance spent more on inpatient and outpatient services but less on prescription drugs and clinician services than the national average in 2018, according to a new report.

Make a cheesy chicken burrito in a flash

Finding the time and energy to get dinner on the table is challenging enough during the week. Add picky eaters to the mix - the child who won't eat anything green, the teenager who has gone vegetarian - and it can become a nightmare.

Gates reassuring allies in Vietnam

Defense Secretary: US won't cede its military power

HANOI, Vietnam - The United States will back up small Asian nations who feel bullied by China and will insist on diplomatic solutions to territorial disputes among China and Pacific neighbors, U.S. officials said.

Make home-cured bacon for Father's Day

Home-cured bacon? Sounds like one of those things the average person wouldn't in a million years attempt.

Ask your audiologist...

As I have gotten older I find that I have to have ear wax removed about once a year now. What can I do myself that would help to keep the wax from building up on me?

Housing sales slow, listings rise

More than 1,000 single-family homes available in Kootenai County

Housing market cools

Grocery tax credit a decent crumb

But how many people know about it, let alone take advantage of it?

Senate bill jeopardizes tax-free online shopping

House bill reflects troubles at North Idaho College

The Idaho House Education Committee introduced a bill Monday that could change the State Board of Education’s role over community colleges. The bill, presented by Rep. Lori McCann, R-Lewiston, grants the State Board emergency authority over a community college facing accreditation loss. Specifically, the State Board can step in if an accrediting organization threatens to revoke a college’s accreditation, has taken steps to do so, or if the State Board deems a college in danger of losing accreditation due to severe financial crisis.

Skiers, snowmobilers go to court in powder struggle

BOISE - Early-season snow just dusts the peaks above Idaho's capital, but a courtroom battle down in the valley could have a big impact on who gets to ride where on the accumulating white powder.

Swan tags available for first time this week

Idaho hunters will be able to purchase swan tags when they go on sale this week.

Carol L. Stott, 73

Carol L. Stott, 73, Trellis Lady of Dalton Gardens, passed away at home where she

Pulling the plug

RadioShack files for bankruptcy protection, to sell stores

NEW YORK (AP) - Struggling electronics retailer RadioShack has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and says it will sell as many as 2,400 stores.

Frieda K. Gordon, 98

Frieda K. Gordon, 98, passed on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, at Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene after a brief illness.

A fair to remember

North Idaho State Fair attractions promise to thrill and entertain

In addition to the already-announced 2016 Grandstand Arena lineup featuring Sawyer Brown, and the return of the popular PRCA Xtreme Bulls, PRCA Rodeo and Demolition Derby, the North Idaho State Fair has a slate of daily attractions to be featured during the fair.

James M. 'Brando' Brand, 69

Our beloved husband, father, brother and friend Jim passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, while taking his usual morning nap. He had graciously fed the horses and done the chores before he crossed the Great Divide to ride for his Savior’s brand.

Ian C. Everett, 21

Ian C. Everett was taken from us way too soon at the young age of 21 on the evening of March 4, 2015, due to injuries sustained in a truck accident while working in Williston, N.D.

Donald W. Klotz, 86

Donald W. Klotz passed away unto his Lord and Savior, Jan. 23, 2015. Born Oct. 19, 1928, in Sandpoint. He was a lifelong resident of North Idaho. After graduation from Priest River High School, he was a logger in the Priest Lake area until he was drafted into the Korean War where he was wounded and received a Purple Heart. With an interest in science and business he used the GI Bill to attend Idaho State University and became a registered pharmacist, for a career spanning more than 40 years.

Have a scary good time at Silverwood

A cursed Egyptian tomb. A bayou teeming with bloodthirsty cannibals. A world overrun by zombies. These bone-chilling attractions and even more unimaginable horrors await as Silverwood Theme park transforms once again into Scarywood Haunted nights.