Judge says owner of San Francisco Bay Area island broke law

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The owner of a San Francisco Bay Area island violated the federal Clean Water Act when he destroyed marshland by building a levee and dumping dredged material while building duck-hunting ponds, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.

Ronan killer appeals, seeks access to evidence

Couture serving 120 years for 2004 murder

A Ronan man serving a 120-year sentence for murdering 19-year-old Daniel McLeod in 2004 and dumping his body into the Flathead River has asked the Montana Supreme Court to order release of documents pertaining to the case.

Law enforcement and court records

Lake County District Court, Judge Christopher presiding

Teen gets full ride to Vassar

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School senior Gabriel Burns was not only accepted to one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the nation, she was offered a full ride to attend Vassar College.

Asia Today: Victoria premier concerned over mall outbreak

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The COVID-19 figures in Australia’s Victoria state continued to show improvement on Saturday but officials are concerned about an outbreak at the country’s largest shopping center.

Asia Today: Victoria premier concerned over mall outbreak

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The COVID-19 figures in Australia’s Victoria state continued to show improvement on Saturday but officials are concerned about an outbreak at the country’s largest shopping center.

Asia Today: Victoria premier concerned over mall outbreak

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The COVID-19 figures in Australia’s Victoria state continued to show improvement on Saturday but officials are concerned about an outbreak at the country’s largest shopping center.

Retired vet launches taxidermy shop in St. Regis

A retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant turned taxidermist, Reynolds launched his new business...

New real estate company moves in to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A new real estate company set up shop in Moses Lake, providing the area with residential, commercial and industrial property listings.

Commission learns from week-long 'Food Stamp Challenge'

MOSES LAKE - A bag of potatoes can go a long way, which is a handy tip for families grocery shopping on a budget, according to the Washington State Potato Commission.

Loggers walk out after man dismissed

10 Years Ago — 2009

A tough follow

Mary's brother John, a great winemaker, first coined this phrase at one of the many dinners we shared around our table in Sonoma. "A tough follow" referred to when the second bottle we would open was perhaps not as good as we expected, and definitely not as good as the previous one we had consumed. As wine professionals here in North Idaho, though, it will take on a slightly different meaning in 2015 as we see changes in our great crew of distributor sales people. Those who are leaving will indeed make it a tough follow for those who will come after them!

Save downtown and its parking spaces

I think a parking garage downtown is a long overdue addition. I have many concerns, though, about the re-figuring of the blocks along Central Avenue. I had to miss Wednesday's meeting to staff our shop. Its Christmas. I appreciate these meetings, but for those who can't make a meeting, let's take another look at the proposed changes and their costs.

Good coffee roasting company brings fresh and organic approach to the Mission Valley

Celeste and John Russell both turned their entrepreneurial vision into a reality.

Save downtown and its parking spaces

I think a parking garage downtown is a long overdue addition. I have many concerns, though, about the re-figuring of the blocks along Central Avenue. I had to miss Wednesday's meeting to staff our shop. Its Christmas. I appreciate these meetings, but for those who can't make a meeting, let's take another look at the proposed changes and their costs.

Polson's downtown lights up for the season

POLSON — There was no shortage of holiday cheer in Polson last Friday night for the Annual Lake County Leader Parade of Lights, tree lighting and Sandpiper Artwalk.

Save downtown and its parking spaces

I think a parking garage downtown is a long overdue addition. I have many concerns, though, about the re-figuring of the blocks along Central Avenue. I had to miss Wednesday's meeting to staff our shop. Its Christmas. I appreciate these meetings, but for those who can't make a meeting, let's take another look at the proposed changes and their costs.

The Latest: Pentagon says Army reservist dies of COVID-19

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Woman, 3 suspected rebels killed in Kashmir fighting

SRINAGAR, India (AP) — Three suspected rebels and a 45-year-old woman were killed Thursday during a gunbattle between government forces and anti-India rebels in disputed Kashmir, officials said, triggering anti-India protests and clashes in the region's main city.

Al Hassell, quiet visionary

Early next year Al Hassell will step down from the Coeur d'Alene City Council to devote more time to his investment and insurance businesses. Over the last two decades, including a term as mayor, Al has in his own quiet way shaped the future of his city, ensuring roadways were safe, parks were plentiful and new growth paid for itself.