Proposed settlement is first step in securing Colorado River water for 3 Native American tribes

A landmark 1922 agreement divided the Colorado River basin water among seven Western states but left out tribes

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.

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.

Jacob Folkestad, 30

Jacob Alan Folkestad, affectionately known as Jake, of Hauser, Idaho, passed away on May 9th, 2024.

First responders find respite at Protectors' Peak in Shoshone County

In the last four years, 150 first responders from 15 states have passed through the 144 acres of land at Protectors’ Peak in Shoshone County.

Carl Robert Graham, 58

Carl Robert Graham, 58, of Vail, Arizona, and formerly of Wallace, Idaho, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington.

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.

Legals for May, 14 2024

Convicted killer goes on hunger strike in Kootenai County Jail

Prosecutors ask court to intervene

Court records indicate Howard had lost 50 pounds between March 15 and April 29.

At Westminster dog show, a display of dogs and devotion

For all the pooch pageantry of Westminster — the coiffed poodles, the top-knotted toy dogs, the formality of dogs trotting around a ring — it's also an illustration of the bond people form with dogs, and what each will do for the other.

Small, well-built Chinese EV called the Seagull poses a big threat to the US auto industry

The Alliance for American Manufacturing says in a paper that government subsidized Chinese EVs “could end up being an extinction-level event for the U.S. auto sector.”

Dr. Cyril Wecht, celebrity pathologist who argued more than 1 shooter killed JFK, dies at 93

Wecht's lecture circuit demonstration detailing his theory that it was impossible for one bullet to cause the damage it did on that November day in Dallas made its way into Oliver Stone's movie "JFK" after the director consulted with him. It became the famous courtroom scene showing the path of the “magic bullet.”

Coeur d'Alene's century man

Hundreds surround Ray Johnson as he celebrates his 100th birthday

Ray Johnson celebrates 100th birthday

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.

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.

Local moms uplifted by North Idaho College Center for New Directions

Amanda Harris wears many hats: childcare worker, college student with plans to become a teacher, single mom of two great kids.

Real Life pastor remembered as 'a helper to his core' in Silver Valley celebration of life

Hundreds poured into the gym at Kellogg High School Saturday to celebrate Gene Jacobs. w

Ciccarelli's opens in Coeur d'Alene

Ciccarelli's, a family-owned and operated restaurant (mainly pizza), has opened at 2045 Tea Olive Lane (Suite 104). It's in the complex northwest of where Ramsey Road meets Hanley.