LA Kings honor Bryant in 1st Staples Center game since crash

LOS ANGELES (AP) — All the Los Angeles Kings players showed up to Staples Center wearing Kobe Bryant jerseys before the arena's first sporting event since the retired Lakers superstar's death in a helicopter crash.

Teague scores 15 points, No. 1 Baylor beats Iowa State 67-53

AMES, Iowa (AP) — Baylor coach Scott Drew always feels fortunate to walk out of Hilton Coliseum with a win.

Kopp, Northwestern hang on to beat Nebraska 62-57

EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Northwestern coach Chris Collins saw his team playing music and dancing and bumping chests. He hopes the celebrations happen on a more regular basis.

Lakers top Thunder 125-110 without LeBron, Anthony Davis

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers fully expected victory, even without LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Speakers, participants wanted for North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference

Speakers, participants wanted for North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference

From homemakers to breadwinners and from high school seniors to senior citizens, women who work or reside in North Idaho are invited to increase their financial confidence and fiscal management skills during a free conference coming up in June.

Mother-daughter authors share love of writing

The writing gene is strong in the family of mother Angela Gates and daughter J.H. Lehr, local authors who have penned several books across the realms of fiction and fantasy.

VIRUS DIARY: `The meaning of abiding love in all its guises'

CLEVELAND (AP) — Loss and its many guises have been constants during the pandemic. Loss of loved ones. Economic loss. Loss of contact with family and friends.

Democratic governors to GOP counterparts: oppose deployment

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Democratic governors on Wednesday called on their Republican counterparts to join them in opposing President Donald Trump's threatened deployment of the U.S. military to quell bouts of violence that have arisen from protests over the death of George Floyd.

Pete Carroll expresses regret for not signing Kaepernick

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll revisited the team’s history with Colin Kaepernick on Thursday and expressed regret for not signing Kaepernick when given the opportunity.

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ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Cardiovascular disease: Prevention, recovery, and the power of nutrition

Cardiovascular disease has steadily increased over the past century. Before that, it was hardly even heard of. Stroke and heart attacks are among the serious consequences of poor cardiovascular health. While for some, the recovery is quick, for others, they never recover their full mental or physical abilities. The good news is that there are steps we can take to protect our cardiovascular health and strategies to aid in recovery if you’ve experienced a stroke or heart attack.

Poor People's Campaign eyes 'virtual march' in poverty fight

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (AP) — Clergy and religious leaders are preparing to hold a virtual march Saturday to highlight the plight of Americans struggling with poverty — people like Madelyn “Maddie” Brace and her boyfriend, Luciano Benavidez.

Poor People's Campaign eyes 'virtual march' in poverty fight

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (AP) — Clergy and religious leaders are preparing to hold a virtual march Saturday to highlight the plight of Americans struggling with poverty — people like Madelyn “Maddie” Brace and her boyfriend, Luciano Benavidez.

Ballots out for Polson school bonds, board seats

The school board seeking $32.2 million for the elementary district and $17.7 million for the high school district.

Primary Countdown: Gearing up for Election Day

Voters across Lake County have the option to vote for or against establishing a Local Government Review Commission; polling places and satellite offices listed; and other election-related tidbits.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Bringing joy to mental health

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SEPT NIBJ: North Idaho Alliance Women of Impact: Let’s all de-stress

Why did the cowboy get a dachshund? Because someone told him, get a long little doggie. Where do bad rainbows go? Prism. It’s a light sentence and gives them time to reflect.

‘Second Life’ is celebration of upcycled creativity

The Pend Oreille Arts Council is presenting a special exhibition showcasing creativity and the transformation of ordinary objects.

OPINION: A living petition

Marching in the streets has a long history in American Democracy.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Losing focus? Here’s how to fix it!

Over the past decade, there has been a notable increase in issues related to memory and focus, affecting both children and adults. This is concerning. There has been an increase in ADHD diagnoses, lack of focus, shorter attention spans, and an increase in mood disorders which can have a negative impact on memory and concentration. Several factors contribute to this trend, most of which are controllable.