US drops plan to sell leases near famed Utah bike trail

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — U.S. officials have dropped plans to sell energy leases in a popular Utah recreational area that's renowned for its mountain biking trails.

Lawsuit over popular 'S-Town' podcast headed to mediation

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A lawsuit over the hit podcast “S-Town,” which tells the story of a man's troubled life and death in rural Alabama, is headed to mediation.

Lawsuit over popular 'S-Town' podcast headed to mediation

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A lawsuit over the hit podcast “S-Town,” which tells the story of a man's troubled life and death in rural Alabama, is headed to mediation.

Presidential hopefuls begin filing for Pennsylvania's ballot

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The first Democratic presidential candidates are filing voter signatures to get on Pennsylvania's primary ballot, according to information from the state election office Friday.

Mexico scientist accused as Russian spy due for bail hearing

MIAMI (AP) — A bail hearing is set Friday

Mexico scientist accused as Russian spy due for bail hearing

MIAMI (AP) — A bail hearing is set Friday

US drops plan to sell leases near famed Utah bike trail

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — U.S. officials have dropped plans to sell energy leases in a popular Utah recreational area that's renowned for its mountain biking trails.

Presidential hopefuls begin filing for Pennsylvania's ballot

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The first Democratic presidential candidates are filing voter signatures to get on Pennsylvania's primary ballot, according to information from the state election office Friday.

Presidential hopefuls begin filing for Pennsylvania's ballot

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The first Democratic presidential candidates are filing voter signatures to get on Pennsylvania's primary ballot, according to information from the state election office Friday.

San Francisco to open tent treatment center for meth users

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A center for people experiencing methamphetamine-induced psychosis will open in San Francisco as the city struggles with a rise in drug overdoses and rampant street drug use.

Lawsuit over popular 'S-Town' podcast headed to mediation

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A lawsuit over the hit podcast “S-Town,” which tells the story of a man's troubled life and death in rural Alabama, is headed to mediation.

Lawsuit over popular 'S-Town' podcast headed to mediation

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A lawsuit over the hit podcast “S-Town,” which tells the story of a man's troubled life and death in rural Alabama, is headed to mediation.

FSPW approaches 12-year anniversary

Jan. 14 marks the 12th anniversary of the formative meeting of Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. What started as a small gathering in one of the original Friends’ living rooms has expanded into a network of 6,863 “Friends” (as of Dec. 28), a number that continues to grow steadily each month.

Jack Domit, 87

Jack E. Domit (John), 87, passed peacefully in Post Falls, Idaho, on May 2, 2024.

Local singer-songwriter to present original music May 31

Local singer-songwriter Elaina DeJong will present "Montage Season: A Night of Original Music" at 7 p.m. May 31 at the Kroc Center.

Wahluke High School Class of 2020 graduates with car parade

Wahluke High School Class of 2020 graduates with car parade

MATTAWA — It might not have been the way students of the Wahluke High School Class of 2020 thought they would graduate, but they went out in style Friday night. Graduation started with a parade through town and ended back at the high school, where seniors were allowed out of vehicles long enough to walk across the stage and receive their diplomas.

Volunteers are needed for trail projects in North Idaho

The nonprofit organization Idaho Trails Association is looking for hikers who are interested in helping on one-day, weekend, and week-long projects throughout the summer to maintain trails in North Idaho. No experience is needed to participate and hikers of all levels are encouraged to join. All tools and training will be provided at the start of the trip. Many ITA volunteers describe their experience as empowering and a great way to meet other outdoor enthusiasts.

Car parade sends Wahluke High School graduates out in style

MATTAWA — It might not have been the way the Wahluke High School class of 2020 thought they would graduate, but they went in style Friday night. Graduation started with a parade through town, and ended back at the high school, where seniors were allowed out of the vehicle long enough to get a diploma.

Mary Lou Cerini Strobel, 71

Mary Lou Cerini Strobel, 71, of Silverton, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her Silverton home on April 12, 2025. Mary Lou was born on September 10, 1953, in Petaluma, Calif., a daughter of Vernon and Angelina (Cerini) Katen.

Mary Lou Cerini Strobel, 71

Mary Lou Cerini Strobel, 71, of Silverton, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her Silverton home on April 12, 2025. Mary Lou was born on September 10, 1953, in Petaluma, Calif., a daughter of Vernon and Angelina (Cerini) Katen.