KAYE THORNBRUGH
Kaye Thornbrugh is a second-generation Kootenai County resident who has been with the Coeur d’Alene Press for six years. She primarily covers Kootenai County’s government, as well as law enforcement, the legal system and North Idaho College.
Recent Stories
Stepmother arrested in Rathdrum child abuse case
Woman failed to report what happened, police said
Police arrested the wife of a man who is accused of brutally beating his 11-year-old daughter with a belt and then denying her medical care to hide the abuse.
Stateline shooter pleads guilty to manslaughter
Prosecutors originally charged Edsel Johnson with first-degree murder
A DoorDash driver who fatally shot a pedestrian during a road rage incident near Stateline Speedway has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter, though whether a judge will accept the pretrial settlement offer in the case remains to be seen.
Kootenai County history revealed
Community members get close-up look at time capsule contents
Liz Boutin is no stranger to historical artifacts. A museum professional and fine artist, Boutin said she's handled Egyptian and Greek items that date back to antiquity. But she had a new experience this summer, after local historical preservationists retrieved a 100-year time capsule from inside the outer wall of the old Kootenai County courthouse.
Kootenai County voters face Citylink advisory question
Commissioner says 'no' vote could have major implications
In November, Kootenai County voters will answer a question that could shape Citylink's future.
Gizmo pottery fundraiser set for Oct. 24
Will feature demos, 'throwdown'
Community members are invited to go "bowl-istic" next Saturday at Gizmo-CDA.
New 100-year time capsule interred at Kootenai County courthouse
After retrieving a 100-year-old time capsule from inside the outer wall of the old Kootenai County courthouse this summer, local historical preservationists have interred a new one to be opened in 100 years.
Cd'A man charged with child sexual exploitation
A man remains in jail after police said he possessed and traded child sexual abuse material, including an "AI generated" video, according to court records.
Cd'A woman imprisoned for stealing $1M from employer
Prosecutors said Tahnya Hyung Shafer used multiple fraudulent schemes
A Coeur d'Alene woman prosecutors said stole more than $1 million from her former employer and gambled away most of the funds received a nearly three-year prison sentence for the crime.
Hayden law enforcement negotiations continue
Three key issues emerge in talks
As negotiations for a new law enforcement services contract continue between the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office and the city of Hayden, municipal leaders continue to call for transparency in how costs are calculated and accountability for how city dollars are used.
A journey through Kootenai County history
New courthouse exhibit tells region's story
New courthouse exhibit tells region's story