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Press seeks stunning Christmas displays
If you’ve spotted festive Christmas displays that set your heart aglow, or at least warrant attention, The Press wants to know about them.
Community Library Network donates Discovery Bus to U of I
The Community Library Network has donated the Discovery Bus to the University of Idaho, according to a news release published Tuesday.
Rathdrum sewer main damaged
Residents asked to limit water use
Rathdrum public works staff completed an emergency repair late Monday night after a private contractor damaged the city’s main sewer force main earlier in the day.
Coeur d'Alene in line for new rigs
City Council to consider $350K new patrol vehicle purchase
The city council is expected to authorize the purchase of six new police vehicles during tonight’s regular meeting.
KCSO investigates fatal crash at Fernan Saddle
A man died in a head-on crash between a motorcycle and a truck Thursday afternoon, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
Make-A-Wish Idaho to send local girl to Disney World
Rathdrum company plans to sponsor 12 wishes in 2026
Making lasting wishes for children with critical illnesses, not last wishes. That’s the mission of Make-A-Wish Idaho. A local recipient named Visalia was crowned Princess for a Day by the North Idaho State Fair this summer and became the recipient of Make-A-Wish through the efforts of Tommy LaRiviere and LaRiviere, Inc.
Police seek suspect in Coeur d'Alene attack
Elderly woman expected to die after home invasion
Investigators seek public’s help in finding suspect
Post Falls school board responds to planned student walkout
Post Falls school board responds to planned student walkout
Post Falls School District Board of Trustees have sent out a news release surrounding a student protest planned for Tuesday by a group of parents due to a recent disciplinary action taken by the board.
Man gets prison for child enticement
A man who was caught in a sting operation after he exchanged inappropriate messages with an undercover officer posing as a teen girl received a prison sentence.
'Concerning photograph' leads to investigation of Post Falls students
Student-athletes on the Post Falls High School football team were investigated after a "concerning photograph" believed to have been taken on Post Falls School District property came to the attention of Post Falls Police Department.
Woman granted new probation after probation violation
A woman who pleaded guilty to child sexual abuse and later violated the terms of her probation was placed on probation again, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Man charged with incest
A man accused of sexually assaulting a family member is facing a felony charge.
Health advisory issued for Hauser Lake
Health authorities issued a public health advisory Friday for Hauser Lake, after recent water sampling by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality indicated the presence of cyanobacteria, also known as a harmful algae bloom.
Police investigating attack on elderly woman
Authorities are investigating an attack that left an elderly woman with “life-threatening” injuries, according to the Coeur d’Alene Police Department.
Man gets 25-year sentence for child sexual exploitation
A man who possessed child sexual abuse material and failed to update his sex offender registry information will spend up to 25 years in prison, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Impostor scams cause ‘significant’ losses to victims
New tactics are emerging in sophisticated impostor scams, causing “significant financial losses” to those who fall victim to such scams, according to the Idaho Department of Finance.
Athol teen injured in crash between scooter, tow truck
An Athol teen was injured in a crash Wednesday morning, according to Idaho State Police.
Post Falls man imprisoned for child enticement
A man who was caught in a sting operation after exchanging inappropriate messages with an undercover police officer posing as a teen girl received a prison sentence, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
NIC investigating instructor’s alleged remarks on Charlie Kirk
North Idaho College is investigating allegations that an instructor made insensitive remarks on social media about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
9/11 memorial events slated Thursday
Several 9/11 memorial events are scheduled Thursday in Kootenai and Shoshone counties.
Man sentenced for seventh lifetime DUI
A man who pleaded guilty to his seventh lifetime instance of driving under the influence received a probation sentence, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Man imprisoned for domestic battery
COEUR d’ALENE — A man who pleaded guilty to battering a woman and then absconded before receiving his sentence will spend time in prison, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Museum of North Idaho gets $10K donation
The Museum of North Idaho received a donation that will help fund the facility’s growth — and the donor has issued a challenge to the community.
Cd’A man gets prison for domestic battery
A man who pleaded guilty to punching a woman in the face in front of a child received a prison sentence, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
KCSO investigating Hayden homicide
After a man was found dead Monday afternoon, police are investigating the matter as a homicide, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
Priest River man dies in Highway 41 crash
Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on State Highway 41, south of Spirit Lake.
Steel shooting competition to benefit local Special Forces Association
Community members are invited to take a shot at some nice prizes and support local veterans at the same time.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little authorizes Idaho National Guard to support ICE
Idaho Gov. Brad Little announced Friday that he has authorized the Idaho National Guard to provide support to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE.
Man gets prison for child enticement after sting
A man who was caught in a sting operation after exchanging inappropriate messages with an undercover police officer posing as a teen girl received a prison sentence this week.
IDFG: Idaho wolves will remain under state control
Most recent population estimate is 1,235
Despite a federal judge’s recent ruling that calls for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to reconsider whether gray wolves in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming should be protected under the Endangered Species Act, Idaho’s wolves will remain under state authority, according to Idaho Fish and Game.
Idaho State Police assist with ICE transport
Idaho State Police assisted Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officials on Thursday in transporting three people who are in the state illegally from a county jail to an ICE detention facility, where the individuals await deportation, according to the governor’s office.
Man gets prison for sexual abuse
A man who sexually abused a child will spend up to 20 years in prison.
Avista reduces water discharge at Post Falls dam
Due to continued hot and dry weather reducing water levels in Coeur d’Alene Lake, Avista will reduce water discharge at the Post Falls dam this week.
Village of Hope CDA wins $10K grant
A $10,000 grant will help nonprofit Village of Hope CDA continue making a positive impact on vulnerable children in North Idaho.
Post Falls School District leads state in early literacy
North Idaho schools, districts ranked high in reading ability
For the second year in a row, the Post Falls School District is leading the state in early literacy, according to the results of the 2024-2025 Idaho Reading Indicator, a statewide standardized test that measures the reading ability of students in kindergarten through third grade.
ITD schedules projects for August
U.S. 95, I-90 and Highway 53 marked for repairs
Drivers should expect various nighttime lane closures, detours, and shifting traffic patterns throughout the month of August as the Idaho Transportation Department performs a series of small maintenance and pavement preservation projects.
Man gets prison for fifth DUI
A man received a prison sentence for his fifth instance of driving under the influence, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Post Falls man sentenced for insurance fraud
A Post Falls man who wrongfully received thousands of dollars in disability benefits received a suspended prison sentence.
National Night Out returns
Neighborhoods throughout the community are invited to join National Night Out next week.
Avista to install power poles in Spirit Lake during planned outage
Avista will use a helicopter to transport and install six new power poles in Spirit Lake.
Post Falls well maintenance completed
A well that broke down last week, prompting the city to call for water conservation, has been repaired.
North Idaho lawmakers respond to Supreme Court ruling on Texas law
After the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Texas law aimed at blocking children from seeing online pornography, local legislators praised a similar Idaho law passed in 2024.
SMC Foundation seeks community support for upcoming golf fundraiser
The Shoshone Medical Center Foundation is seeking community support for its upcoming Golf Event Fundraiser at The Pinehurst Golf Course.
Post Falls police arrest man after standoff
Police arrested a man after a standoff Friday.
Post Falls man gets prison for child sexual abuse material
A man who admitted to possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material received a prison sentence this week.
Trump weighs in on Kohberger plea deal before sentencing
President Donald Trump weighed in on the plea deal that allowed Bryan Kohberger to avoid the death penalty for killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, days before a judge is set to sentence Kohberger in Boise.
McCrea named district judge
Regina McCrea will fill a newly-established position as a district judge for Idaho’s First Judicial District, Idaho Gov. Brad Little announced Friday.
Sheriff’s office to give update on firefighter shooting
Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris will hold a news conference at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22 to provide an update on the investigation into the June 29 shooting of three firefighters on Canfield Mountain.
Florida man arrested in New Orleans after evading arrest in Athol
U.S. Marshals arrested a man in New Orleans who evaded arrest in Athol last year on an out-of-state warrant.
Washington man convicted for Cd’A Reservation shooting
A Washington man who was convicted of shooting at a family on the Coeur d’Alene Reservation faces possible prison time, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.