Coeur d'Alene City Council tips glass to downtown trolley

Coeur d'Alene City Council tips glass to downtown trolley

According to a city report, all tours will begin and end at the Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company, 826 N. 4th Street. The scenic route will include Fourth Street, Garden Avenue and E. Front Avenue, with a brief stop at the carousel, and a historical drive by Fort Sherman. Four other daily tours will be for guests 21 and older only. The route will include visits to Jerimiah Johnson, Crafted Taphouse and The Burger Dock, with each stop lasting 20 to 30 minutes.

100 days until the North Idaho State Fair

The North Idaho State Fair is gearing up to celebrate “Keeping Tradition Alive” Aug. 15-24 at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

EDITORIAL: Last call for REAL IDs. No, really this time

Well, after 19 years of "just kidding" deadlines, the REAL ID requirement is finally happening. Today is the last day before they become a requirement for getting through airport security. Sort of. Maybe.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Healing without the knife: How chiropractic care and non-surgical spinal decompression work together

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ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Are you suffering from male menopause?

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MY TURN: Legislative District 4 Republican Central Committee: Why we unanimously support the Fire Public Safety Bond

On May 20, 2025, the voters of Coeur d’Alene have a critical opportunity to strengthen the safety and resiliency of our community. As Chair of the Legislative District 4 Republican Central Committee, which officially represents Coeur d’Alene, I’m proud to share that our committee members unanimously voted to endorse the $16.4 million Fire Department General Obligation Bond at a recent meeting.

STCU, Community Bank to integrate Friday

Second credit union change in recent months

Oregon-based Community Bank and Spokane-based STCU are set to integrate this weekend following months of preparation.

How a surviving spouse can avoid probate in Idaho

When a loved one passes away, navigating the probate process can be overwhelming during an already difficult time. In Idaho, surviving spouses may have access to a simplified estate administration process that can save time, money, and stress. For many married couples in Idaho, setting up a revocable living trust is the best way to eliminate the need for a probate at either or both spouses’ deaths. However, even for couples who have not established a living trust, there may be options that don’t require going through probate when the first spouse dies. Let's explore when Idaho law allows for summary administration when the surviving spouse is the sole beneficiary.

Legals for May, 7 2025

India fires missiles into Pakistani territory in response to Kashmir attack, killing 8 people

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Wednesday's airstrikes and said the “deceitful enemy has carried out cowardly attacks at five locations in Pakistan” and that his country would retaliate. “Pakistan has every right to give a robust response to this act of war imposed by India, and a strong response is indeed being given,” Sharif said.

Trump administration asks judge to toss suit restricting access to abortion medication

The lawsuit from Idaho, Kansas and Missouri argues that the Food and Drug Administration should roll back access to mifepristone. They filed their complaint after the Supreme Court preserved access to mifepristone last year. They want the FDA to prohibit telehealth prescriptions for mifepristone, require three in-office visits and restrict the point in a pregnancy when it can be used.

How Utah dentists are preparing patients for the first statewide fluoride ban

Florida is poised to become the second state to ban fluoride under a bill that Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday he would sign soon. The Ohio and South Carolina legislatures are considering similar measures. Supporters of states’ efforts to ban fluoride said they did not dispute that it could have some benefits but thought people should not be given it by the government without their informed consent.

Homeland Security chief says travelers with no REAL ID can fly for now, but with likely extra steps

The Transportation Security Administration warned people who don’t have the REAL ID to show up early and be prepared for advanced screening to avoid causing delays. “I do not have a belief that this will cause people to miss their flights if they take that additional time in," said Thomas Carter, the TSA's Federal Security Director in New Jersey. "I think there’s that self-responsibility of the law that they need to know, give themselves that extra time, and if they do that, they shouldn’t have an issue.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake boys, Miller qualify for state golf

State is next Monday and Tuesday at Clear Lake Country Club in Buhl.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks made right choice with Milroe — if I did say so myself

See, I wrote a column before the NFL draft that turned out to be spectacularly correct. I have bundles of emails here containing congratulations, and instead of beating my chest, I just need to say thank you.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: April 28 - May 4

Kellogg golf, Wallace's Miller headed to state; Wildcat softball wins loser-out; Track athletes compete at district all-star meet; Kellogg baseball ends season.

Sgt. Greg Moore remembered for giving his life to protect Coeur d'Alene

Sgt. Greg Moore remembered for giving his life to protect Coeur d'Alene

A small crowd lined the sidewalks as the police vehicles made their way to the K27 Forever Memorial at McEuen Park, marked by a waterfall and boulders. About 75 police officers and firefighters, city officials and about 50 residents attended the 30-minute event. Moore’s widow, Lindy, and their daughter Genna sat together in the front.

Gas prices dropping

“Significant drops in the cost of crude oil are keeping pump prices in check, but fuel demand is expected to surge as we approach the Memorial Day weekend,” said AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “We’ll happily save what we can for as long as we can.”

Legals for May, 6 2025

Cinco de Mayo celebrates resilience and culture of Mexican people

Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla. The triumph over the better-equipped and much larger French troops was an enormous emotional boost for Mexican soldiers led by Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza. In Mexico, historical reenactments are held annually in the central city of Puebla to commemorate the victory. Participants dress as Mexican and French troops, and as Zacapoaxtlas — the Indigenous and farmer contingent that helped Mexican troops win.