Will AI replace doctors who read X-rays, or just make them better than ever?

Even within the field, opinions differ on how much radiologists should be embracing the technology.

STATE HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: All the right moves — Position changes, freshmen stepping up have propelled Coeur d’Alene back to state in softball

“I knew Abbey Linder would be one of the best third basemans in the league, and I’ve been wanting to put her there eventually,” Darretta said. “Kyndal’s framing is fantastic, and I told Kyndal, ‘We need to give our pitchers strikes. We have young, inexperienced pitchers, and right now that’s our focus, the more strikes you can give them, the better they will be,’ so that’s what needed to happen.”

OUT AND ABOUT with STEVE CAMERON: Traveling a new road, around and about

My stepson was the only voter to chip in with my favorite: “A Road Less Traveled.” Sorry, can’t go with a single voter — even inside the family. Patrons of The Press shall be heard.

Strangers becoming friends in Coeur d'Alene

First Monday Night Dinner of the year brings hundreds together

Adam Schluter’s hosted this year’s kickoff to the gatherings at McEuen Park. The music, food and drink were all free, covered by donations.

Coeur d'Alene trustees approve new calendar, elementary attendance zones

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District unanimously approved two motions that will set change in motion for the upcoming school year. The district will continue with a five-day school week, but with a few adjustments. Rather than a late-start Monday, the 2024-2025 school calendar will include an early-release Friday.

Jackass Half voted tops in the state

The Jackass Half Marathon was recently named the Best Half Marathon in Idaho, according to RaceRaves, an online race review website.

Idahoans to travel as Memorial Day projections top pre-pandemic levels

Gas prices dip slightly before big travel weekend

Today, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.85.

Northwest Notes May 14, 2024

Notes on Derek Bayley, club soccer and an NIC golfer.

Did Founders favor religion in schools?

History offers clues, but clear conclusions are few

Countdown begins

Less than 100 days to the North Idaho State Fair

Highlights include the high-flying antics of Extreme Dogs, the astonishing contortions of Sara Twister, an extra night of heart-pounding PRCA Rodeo action, and the debut of the Western National Pulling Series, featuring competitive lawn mower races.

Tickets available for 2024 Lead Creek Derby

The annual Gyro Days festival is just a few weeks.

Moon Pass cleanup underway, road to remain closed

Shoshone County has received funding to clear a rock slide that has blocked the road over Moon Pass.

Lois Schlaefer, 80

Lois Schlaefer, born Lois Lynne Duea, Lemon Grove, CA, to Virgil & Sara Duea, sister to Dee Ann Sverdsten, is celebrated in her passing due to her character in life.

A rare dazzling light show for the Inland Northwest

Over the weekend, residents of the Inland Northwest were treated to a dazzling display of lights.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: MOMS and DAUGHTERS — It’s a special feeling for mothers watching their kids play sports — and the feeling is mutual from the kids

Lisa Cessna was a cheerleader at Sandpoint High, graduating in 1995. Nearly three decades later, she’s still cheering — rooting on the three daughters raised by her and her husband Gary Cessna, also a Sandpoint High grad.

PREP ROUNDUP: Vikings win play-in, on to state in baseball

“We did a great job of adjusting how they were pitching us,” Coeur d'Alene coach Erik Karns said. “I knew if we got a lead early, we’d be able to put some pressure on them. We just played good Viking baseball.”

Small races, big stakes: Precinct committee elections may shape Kootenai County’s politics

As the May 21 primary election approaches, Kootenai County residents may have noticed something they’ve never seen before: yard signs for Republican central committee candidates.

Respect: Find out what it means to business

A wolf spent his nights howling at the moon. He was making fun of her, of how old she was, how slowly she moved and how little light she had. In the same forest, when the howling had stopped, the little hedgehog would come out to console the moon.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Geranium Day put petunias out to pasture

This Tuesday you'll be seeing red all over the place.

EDITORIAL: Mom's message about friends worth remembering

Happy Mother's Day and no thanks, A.I.