Idaho open primary supporters submit signatures

Supporters of the Idaho open primary ballot initiative have submitted more than 95,000 signatures to county clerks across the state.

FAST FIVE: Mark Woodworth brings people together

Meet Mark Woodworth, a local benefits consultant at Murray Group/Acrisure with a passion for family and community.

Legals for May, 4 2024

Heavy rains over Texas have led to water rescues, school cancellations and orders to evacuate

More than 9 inches of rain fell during the past 24 hours, according to the National Weather Service, which has issued a flood warning until Tuesday for the region.

Arrests of Israel-Hamas war protesters exceed 2,300 as police clear more US campus encampments

NYPD officers on Friday also cleared an encampment at The New School in Greenwich Village, where students were not able to attend classes in at least two buildings because of the protesters

Maui sues cell carriers over wildfire warning alerts that were never received during service outages

A flood of lawsuits has come out since the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century ripped through the historic town of Lahaina and killed 101 people.

Kootenai County marine deputies prepare for summer season

Three factors keep Kootenai County’s marine patrol deputies busy throughout the summer months: alcohol consumption on the water, inadequate boating safety education and few life jackets.

Sunshine Mine Fire remembered after 52 years in Shoshone County

In the looming shadow of the statue standing tall with a glowing headlamp to memorialize the miners who lost their lives on May 2, 1972, students from Kellogg High School clasped mining helmets with the lights still on. 91 helmets symbolize the 91 miners who were unable to make it to the surface when in the Sunshine Mine Fire.

A heart for history

John Swallow and family honored for renovation of Northern Pacific Railway Depot

Today, it stands proudly restored. On Wednesday, John Swallow and his family were presented with the Heart of History award by the city of Coeur d’Alene and its Historic Preservation Commission for the preservation and restoration of the Northern Pacific Railway Depot.

About 500 attend National Day of Prayer rally in Coeur d'Alene

About 500 people turned out for an hour of prayer and praise on a sunny and warm afternoon. They stood in the plaza and scattered out sitting on steps and green grass and chairs.

BORAH: Not just a matter of numbers

I have four kids in the Coeur d’Alene School District. Two of them are at Borah Elementary, the school on the chopping block. We are deeply saddened that the school might close. This would be a huge loss to the students and our community.

OWL CAFE: A treasure, not a travesty

This is in response to Ron Dayton’s ridiculous letter regarding the OWL CAFÉ. You obviously do not know the Owl Café was a gathering place for friends and families from the time it started until it closed. Could it be that you are from out of state and never enjoyed a home cooked meal there?

Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra to present 'Vive la France'

Cd'A Symphony Orchestra season closer will be Friday, May 10

The Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra will present its final concert of the season, "Vive la France," at 7:30 p.m. May 10 and 2 p.m. May 11 at the Kroc Center Theater, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d'Alene.

Gene Lee Jacobs, 59

Gene Lee Jacobs, 59, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away on April 23, 2024. Gene was a beloved husband, father, “Boppa,” and Pastor.

Joel (Joe) Miller, 73

On April 25, 2024, Joel (Joe) Miller of Arab, Alabama, went to heaven, passing away peacefully with his wife, Shelly, by his side after a long battle with cancer.

EDITORIAL: May 7 a big day for veterans — and for commissioner

Bill Brooks intends to lead Veterans Town Hall despite major surgery Wednesday.

OPINION: Are you a North Idaho Republican?

Here's what North Idaho Republicans believe.

Bonnie J. Marshall, 95

Bonnie J. Marshall passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2024. She was 95 years old.

JACC seeking artists for upcoming 'Art Uplifts' show

Deadline to submit May 20; exhibit opens June 8

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center is inviting artists to share their artistic expressions of hope and healing in the upcoming "Art Uplifts" exhibit.

Music and ministry

Christian artist will perform at House of Faith Wesleyan Church

Christian recording artist Luke Yates will be live in concert at 6 p.m. May 18 at the House of Faith Wesleyan Church, 1103 N. Third St., Coeur d'Alene. The concert is free and open to the public.