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
$1 million bail for accused killer
The man accused of fatally shooting a Hauser Lake resident last month will be held on $1 million bail.
Missing woman found dead
Search and rescue volunteers reportedly found the body of a woman of a missing woman late Thursday.
Cd’A Airport sees military exercises
Readers worried about what it means can relax
Air Force
Search continues for missing woman
The search continues for a woman who has been missing since Monday morning.
Local GOP makes national news — again
The Daily Beast reports on alleged KCRCC takeover plot
DUI patrols increase for St. Patrick’s Day
North Idaho DUI Task Force patrols will be on the streets from today through next weekend.
Lake health survey unveiled tonight
33% of respondents think Lake CDA water unhealthy
Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative to present lake health survey results
Legislative candidates line up
All 105 seats in the Idaho Legislature are on the ballot this fall.
Precinct races
Dems may have thwarted alleged takeover plot
Dems may have thwarted alleged takeover plot
Legislative races
Here's the list as of Friday night.
Dems resist alleged takeover
Candidates have until 5 p.m. today to file
Local Democrats push back against alleged Republican takeover plan
Study commission recommends changes
County will decide if proposal will go to voters this fall
Commissioners will decide whether to put changes on ballot
Elephants in the room
Recording allegedly reveals plan to take over Kootenai Democratic Party, funnel money to Republicans
Recording allegedly reveals plan to take over Kootenai Democratic Party, funnel money to Republicans
No bond for accused killer
A man accused of shooting a Hauser Lake resident dead last week is being held without bond.
Man charged with murder after Hauser Lake shooting
A man accused of shooting a Hauser Lake resident dead last week has been charged with a slew of felonies, including murder.
Candidates line up for election
Deadline to file is Friday; primary is May 17
Deadline to file for May election is March 11
Levy elections today
Some Kootenai County residents eligible to vote
Some Kootenai County residents eligible to vote
Home and Garden show blooms
Continues today and Sunday at fairgrounds
NIBCA Home and Garden Show continues today
‘We keep sinking’
Sheriff, commissioners disagree on staffing solution
Sheriff, commissioners disagree on staffing solution
Athol rejects housing project
The Athol City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to reject a controversial housing development that reportedly sparked threats.
Man killed in Hauser Lake shooting
A shooting Monday night left one person dead and another injured.
Jail staff shortages dire
Massive overtime leads to burnout, vacancies
Local leaders say the answer to staff shortages at the county jail is obvious, if not easy.
Man bound over on abuse charges
The case of a man accused of grievously harming a 7-week-old infant has been referred to the district court for further action.
KCSO: One dead amid structure fire
Police found one person dead Monday night while responding to a fire, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
DART takes election aim
Nonpartisan group supports moderate candidates
Nonpartisan group supports moderate candidates
Athol considers contentious housing development
The Athol City Council vote Tuesday on whether to grant preliminary approval for a housing development that has sparked significant public comment.
Hayden mayor resigns
Says new council members putting city at legal risk
Hayden Mayor Steve Griffitts will step down next week, citing the actions of two new city council members.
Town hall planned for rescue funds
Kootenai County Commissioner Leslie Duncan will hold an informal town hall meeting March 8 to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
He’s all in
Rep. Fulcher talks Idaho values, Ukraine crisis
Rep. Fulcher talks Idaho values, Ukraine crisis
More charges against man in abuse cases
A man previously accused of beating an infant is facing additional charges after police said he tried to drown a teenager and committed other violent acts.
Montana man charged with meth trafficking
A Montana man accused of trafficking more than a pound of meth is being held on $250,000 bail.
Brunch to benefit Safe Passage
The community has a chance to show some love to Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center this Valentine’s Day weekend.
Commissioners approve new voter precinct map
Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a new map that includes three new voter precincts.
Bail increases for couple accused of heinous abuse
A judge ordered that a couple accused of grievously injuring an infant be held on higher bail.
Poll worker charged
Recent transplant on Lt. Gov.’s ‘indoctrination task force’
A criminal case has been filed against a poll worker accused of misconduct during November’s local elections.
$500K bail for accused hostage taker
Spokane man has extensive criminal background
A man accused of taking hostages amid a standoff with SWAT is in jail on $500,000 bail.
Man gets 40-year sentence for child sexual abuse
A man who pleaded guilty to molesting two children and stalking a woman will spend up to 40 years behind bars.
Teen gets prison for robbery gone bad
A teen who accepted a plea deal for his role in a drug deal gone bad received the maximum sentenced.
Man arrested after standoff
Raid exposes dangerous conditions
Raid exposes dangerous conditions
One dead after Post Falls shooting
A man is dead after an alleged murder-suicide attempt, according to Post Falls police.
Teens plead guilty in attack
Three teens have pleaded guilty for their roles in an attack at a gas station, while the woman who allegedly enlisted them to beat someone with a baseball bat is expected to stand trial in April.
Public concerns, by the numbers
Study commission analyzes feedback on changing county form of government
Study commission members examined the concerns expressed by Kootenai County residents.
Man hospitalized after police shooting
No charges have been filed against a suicidal man who police shot during an armed standoff near an elementary school this week.
Fugitive caught after multi-state crime spree
30-year-old Jessie Spitzer, from Sultan, Wash., was arrested Friday morning in Haugan, Montana, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office.
Details emerge in heinous child abuse case
A couple accused of grievously injuring an infant are expected to appear in court again next week.
Cars, contractors among top issues for Idaho consumers
Cars, contractors and landlords topped the list of consumer complaints in Idaho last year.
Police seek ‘armed, dangerous’ man
Police are searching for an “armed and dangerous” man suspected of a multi-state crime spree.
Harrison man dies after crash
A Harrison man died after a fatal crash on Highway 97 this week, according to Idaho State Police.