Blinken ends latest Mideast visit without a cease-fire, warning 'time is of the essence'

Blinken’s comments on ending his latest Israel-Hamas peace mission were notably bare of the optimism that Biden administration officials expressed going into his trip, and earlier.

Utah lawsuit seeks state control over vast areas of federal land

Utah’s world-famous national parks — and also the national monuments managed by the land bureau — would remain in federal hands under the lawsuit.

Son of longtime California high school boys basketball coach hired at Lakeland

“It’s always been on my list to get out of California,” said Caleb De Fabiis, 27. “When I raise a family someday, I want to raise them in somewhere other than California. This opportunity popped up, and it was too good to pass up.”

Northwest Notes Aug. 20, 2024

Patchin, an Inland Northwest Sports Hall of Famer who is retiring from SWX/KHQ later this month, replaces Chris King, who will take over as the new play-by-play broadcaster for Washington State, his alma mater.

North Idaho College enrollment rises for fall semester

Career and technical education numbers see big boost

Overall enrollment is up 7.4% over last year. In the career and technical education category, enrollment is up 34.9% for first-time students over this time last year, according to NIC.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Applying expertise from former Wolf of Green Bay to Seahawks

With good coaching and a scheme that fits him, Howell will be the Seahawks’ next winning quarterback. This sounds silly, but I saw it in an exhibition game. First time I’ve ever learned a thing in one of them.

Susan Lynn Murphy, 76

A force of nature known for her infectious energy and boundless love, Susan Lynn Murphy, 76, passed away peacefully Aug. 8, 2024, surrounded by family.

Legals for August, 20 2024

Toast to the trail

Hundreds come out to support North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation

Locals showed their love for the popular Centennial Trail— and local brews— at the annual “Ales for the Trail” fundraiser on Saturday.

Keep the birthday cards coming

One day left to send good wishes to Mike Kralicek

Kralicek was a 35-year-old Coeur d’Alene police officer Dec. 28, 2004, when he was shot at close range after responding to a call. The bullet struck him in the right cheek, caused catastrophic injuries and left him permanently disabled.

New ways of hail research

Thunderstorm season continues across the U.S. east of the Rockies. For the 2024 season, there have been 1,344 tornadoes spawned from severe thunderstorms, compared to an annual average of approximately 1,200.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Stoppers in many ways — McCormick, James-Newby are key figures in experienced Vandal defense

“It’s very cool to be someone that was here for the two years before we got coach Eck to see the lows of Idaho, and now see the highs that we’ve been on,” McCormick said. “It’s really cool to see how the program’s turned around, and to be one of the guys who got to see both angles of it.”

The defense rests: Kootenai attorneys warn of looming crisis

County may face public defender shortage

County may face public defender shortage

Something for everyone at North Idaho State Fair

The sun might be starting to set a bit earlier, but summer isn’t over yet— and there’s plenty of summer celebrations and sunshine being enjoyed at the North Idaho State Fair.

HUCKLEBERRIES: A light in the dark

Remembering the Bennett family's loss 65 years later

On Aug. 17, 1959, Irene Bennett’s world caved in. At 11:37 that night, Irene, her husband, Purley, and their four children were sleeping on the banks of the Madison River, near Yellowstone National Park, when the earth shook.

EDITORIAL: Alcohol request is too much to swallow

City Council should deny trial sale of beer, wine at Farmers Market

OPINION PAGE: Two responses

No. 1. Excellent editorial piece on the amazing foresight of local elected officials through the years as it pertained to property near and dear to the hearts of the citizenry. And now the subject of the possible relocation/sale of the Kootenai County Fairgrounds is in play. I commend Commissioner Bill Brooks on his support for a long-term lease for the Fairgrounds allowing it to remain in its current location. I am sad that this is the last term for Commissioner Brooks who in my opinion has always put the citizens of our county first and foremost in his decisions as Commissioner.

RANKED CHOICE VOTING: Too confusing

Simple and straightforward describes our current ballot system. As the voter, we check the box next to the name of the person we support, votes are counted and the person with the most votes wins. Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) is anything but simple and straightforward. Due to the complexity, it is impossible to fully describe RCV in this limited space (I would encourage everyone to take the time to go online and try to understand the process). On the very confusing RCV ballot, you rank the candidates in the order of your preference. Then the real behind the scenes CALCULATIONS begin. Recounts cannot be done by hand, but must be run through the same computer calculation system. It’s been described as a runoff election. Ultimately, your vote may not even count. How does that sound?

OLYMPICS: Great example to the world

What a wonderful two+ weeks where all the athletes of the world joined together in Paris for the Olympics. Such a welcomed experience watching these young people.

Northwest Notes Aug. 17, 2024

Idaho broadcaster King named voice of WSU and date set for Kraziness in the Kennel