Deaths of dog walker, 83, and resident of a remote cabin possibly tied to escaped Idaho inmate

Investigators said Thursday that while on the run, Meade and Umphenour may have been responsible for the deaths of two men, one in Nez Perce County and the other in Clearwater County

'Saved!'

“Saved!” is made up of a combination of recognizable Christian hymns, including “Nothing but the Blood of Jesus” and “How Can I Keep from Singing,” as well as original and sometimes more subversive tracks like “All of My Friends Are Going to Hell.”

Quadruple murder sentencing Monday

The man who pleaded guilty to killing a family of four in Kellogg last summer will be sentenced Monday.

Health care challenges urge innovation

'Community Conversations' has people talking abut problems, solutions

Economic challenges are a part of every industry, and are not only found in the region. Similar challenges face communities across the nation, but collaborations are bringing talks of solutions to the table. On Thursday, the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber, in collaboration with North Idaho College and Kootenai Health held a public panel discussion about the regional healthcare workforce and some surrounding challenges.

'Appreciation for Life'

Online Art Talk with Meidi Karampour at 6 p.m. Saturday

The Art Spirit Gallery will host its next session of Art Talks, “An Appreciation For Life” featuring a talk by Persian painter Meidi Karampour, online via Zoom from 6-7 p.m. Saturday.

Randy Steven Hill, 72

Randy Steven Hill passed away on Nov. 17, 2023, in Coeur d'Alene at the age of 72.

OPINION: Stop spending my money on stupid stuff!

Here's one great way to stem the insanity.

Beverly Ann Snider, 61

Our beloved Mom, Sister and Aunt went to be with Jesus and the love of her life, husband Jon, on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Shoshone County examining leased properties

The formal workshop allows for ideas to be suggested and deliberated, and even receive input and questions from others in attendance – while still maintaining open meeting laws.

OPINION: Party on — Gem State heist

Last week I wrote about the need for political parties because they bring stability to our Republican form of government and how that stability is under threat from the Uniparty.

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Wallace Idaho Capparelli, 86

We regret to announce the passing of Wallace Idaho Capparelli, 86, who passed away peacefully on February 16th, 2024, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, at the Kootenai Hospital.

Idaho man gets federal prison for schemes to defraud

An Idaho man who formerly supervised order-fulfillment and warehousing operations for the Jacklin Seed Company received a federal prison sentence Thursday for his role in multiple schemes to defraud the J.R. Simplot Company and Jacklin, its former subsidiary, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Oregon.

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POVERTY: Here are roots of problem

Referring to Sholeh Patrick’s article “Poverty Closer Than it Used to Be” — Sholeh suggests doubling the minimum wage. I don’t agree. It’ll drive all goods and services much higher, destroying huge numbers of businesses.

Shirley Ann Capparelli, 82

We regret to announce the passing of Shirley Ann Capparelli, 82, who passed away peacefully on December 23rd, 2023, in her home on Beaver Creek Road.

Idaho prison gang member, accomplice sought after ambush in custody, may have killed 2, police say

Skylar Meade, the escaped inmate, and Nicholas Umphenour, the man who police say shot two Idaho corrections officers early Wednesday to break Meade out of custody, were arrested during a traffic stop Thursday afternoon in Twin Falls

One Tech Tip: How to spot AI-generated deepfake images

A lot of AI deepfake photos, especially of people, have an electronic sheen to them, “an aesthetic sort of smoothing effect” that leaves skin “looking incredibly polished,” Ajder said.

A small town suspended its entire police force. Residents want to know why

Ridgely Director of Operations David Crist declined to provide The Associated Press with even basic information about the suspensions, including the number of officers on the force

Man pleads guilty in eagle ‘killing spree’ on reservation to sell feathers on black market

Branson, of Cusick, Washington, sold an unidentified purchaser two sets of golden eagle tail feathers — highly prized among many Native American tribes — for $650 in March 2021, according to prosecutors.