HUCKLEBERRIES: Road rage

Car d'Lane has smoothly cruised since '99 burnout

The Coeur d’Alene Press headline read: “Riot in downtown Coeur d’Alene.”

E Pluribus Unum: Out of many, one

In recent years, Coeur d'Alene has experienced several disturbing incidents of hate and harassment targeting underrepresented minorities. These incidents have included verbal attacks, and other forms of discrimination. A recent event occurred in McEuen Park, where youths from the Coeur d'Alene Tribe were verbally harassed. This incident underscores the ongoing presence of intolerance and bigotry in our community. Tragically, this vitriol seems to be the norm on social media, but our beloved community must consider holding itself to a higher standard.

Regulatory fees increase the cost of new housing

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently sent a message to local builders to appeal to local, state and national leaders to reduce regulatory charges in order to bring home prices down. Locally, builders pay impact fees to jurisdictions where they build new homes.

South Africa's new government brings Black and white together. It's also reviving racial tensions

South Africa is now faced with the likelihood of seeing more white people in senior government positions than ever since apartheid ended

Helicopters scramble to rescue people in flooded Iowa town while much of US toils again in heat

Gov. Kim Reynolds declared a disaster for Sioux County, which includes Rock Valley

Hawaii settles lawsuit from youths over climate change. Here's what to know about the historic deal

The lawsuit said one plaintiff, a 14-year-old Native Hawaiian, was from a family that farmed taro for more than 10 generations

LGBTQ+ librarians grapple with attacks on books - and on themselves

Gender nonconforming library workers in particular, like Meissner, are also grappling with growing calls for book bans across the U.S.

Ironman CDA: 'A good challenge'

Athletes share stories of how they came to Ironman 70.3 Coeur d'Alene

Gene Peters has completed nearly 20 full and half Ironmans in Coeur d’Alene, including the inaugural race in 2003.

Family of missing woman critical of search efforts

KCSO says it did all it could to find Linda Kent, who turned up safe

The Smelterville woman, who suffers from dementia, was fishing with her family at the Cataldo Boat Launch on Sunday night but wandered off after saying that she needed to use the restroom.

Coeur d’Alene man gets life sentence for child sexual abuse

A man received a life sentence for sexually abusing four children over nearly a decade.

FAST FIVE Stu Cabe reminds us to be nice to each other

Meet Stu Cabe, founder of The Ovation Company, a Coeur d'Alene-based school resource organization focusing on positive school climate and improved student achievement. Stu has been a professional presenter and trainer for over two decades. He travels North America to work with students and teachers to help build strong school communities and improve campus culture and climate. The Ovation Company's motto: Stand up for what is good. Info: ovationcompany.com

Barbara Jean Kimbrell, 85

Barbara “Barb” Kimbrell, age 85, passed away at home on June 20, 2024, in Dalton Gardens, Idaho, surrounded by loved ones.

Christine 'Chris' Louise Gray, 70

Christine Gray (Chris), age 70, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

Hayden man cited for killing osprey

'A lot of damage from one poacher' says Birds of Prey Northwest director

Fish and Game received a tip on its Citizens Against Poaching hotline, investigated the incident that took place June 14 at a home on Avondale Golf Course, and cited the man.

Seattle police officer fired for off-duty racist comments

Service Center, Hill uses derogatory terms for women and East Asian people, also repeatedly calling Jin “stupid.” At one point, Hill told her, “You’re going to jail.”

Should young kids have smartphones? These parents in Europe linked arms and said no

Police and public health experts were sounding the alarm about a spike of violent and pornographic videos being witnessed by children via handheld devices

2 crop dusting airplanes collided in southern Idaho, killing 1 pilot and severely injuring the other

The crash was reported at about 12:30 p.m. in an area covered by sage and grass near the airport in Arco, the Butte County Sheriff's Office said.

Kids join 'The World's Largest Swim Lesson' in Coeur d'Alene

About 60 boys and girls ages 3 to 12 received free, 30-minute lessons. It was part of The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, global drowning prevention event launched by the World Waterpark Association in 2010.

Coeur d’Alene man sentenced to prison for voyeurism, sexual battery

A man who admitted to sexually assaulting and photographing a sleeping woman will spend up to six years in prison.

MY TURN: Don't let ego, pride and control interfere with the mission

What are three things that hinder or destroy an organization or relationship? Answer: ego, pride and control. Nothing distorts a group’s mission more than a member placing their ego above the mission. A person’s identity can get tangled up in the purpose and it’s hard to separate the two.