Shooter opens fire in Wallace

Wounds three before being killed

Shooter opens fire in Wallace

Wounds three before being killed

Shooter opens fire in Wallace

Wounds three before being killed

Top local sports stories of 2025

The top local sports stories of 2025, from a Post Falls grad winning an NCAA wrestling title to area schools winning state high school championships.

Food For Our Children receives generous grant from Kinderhaven Foundation

The financial problems many Americans face today are equally, if not more challenging, to families in Bonner County. The cost of rent, utilities, car payments, health insurance, and food often surpass the income of hard working, low income families.

Avista rose to challenges of windstorm

Avista did well under difficult circumstances. They know how important it is for homes to have power. We know some will argue this is Avista's job and responsibility, so they should be ready when Mother Nature throws a curveball. But let's give credit where it is due.

Legals for December, 26 2025

Poster Player of the Week: Bjorn Pedersen of Columbia Falls

This week’s Poster Player of the Week goes to Bjorn Pedersen from the Columbia Falls boys’ basketball team.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Faith guides couple on path to wellness

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. One medical emergency set "David" and "Grace" way back on their finances.

Bonners Ferry to Abu Dhabi: Heavy Metal Customz are in the UAE

Dixon School receives freezer donation

The Producer Partnership has awarded $23,610 in matching grants to Dixon School District, as well as schools in Ennis and Rau, to purchase freezers.

Montana history and life part of John White speaker series

Learn about wildlife, fire lookouts, Blackfoot place mapping and the origins of ALERT as part of the Northwest Montana History Museum’s annual John White Series.

Powerball’s $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable for a lucky winner

It's a sign the game is operating as intended. Lottery officials made the odds tougher in 2015 as a mechanism for snowballing jackpots, all the while making it easier to win smaller prizes.

Powerball’s $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable for a lucky winner

The Powerball jackpot now stands at an estimated $1.7 billion and is one of the largest lottery prizes in U.S. history. The lottery group will be drawing the 4th-largest jackpot ever on Christmas Eve.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL New smile marks a new beginning for peer support specialist

“Lacy” became homeless at just 13 years old, but that didn’t stop her from working hard to build a life for herself.

Thousands cancel health insurance plans on exchange ahead of subsidies ending

Idaho is likely first in the nation to end open enrollment as health insurance tax credits set to expire

Overall, enrollment in health insurance plans on Your Health Idaho rose by 3% this year compared to last year, with more than 120,000 Idahoans enrolled in plans on the state exchange. But the exchange also saw twice as many people — nearly 8,850 — disenroll in health insurance plans, 24% less new enrollments, and more people shifting to cheaper insurance plans, where health care costs are higher.

Vandals add running back, wide receiver to top signing class

Vandals add running back, wide receiver to top signing class

Doctor's orders? 'Belly laugh at least two to five days a week'

They say laughter is the best medicine. Michael Miller, a cardiologist and medical professor at the University of Pennsylvania, says they're right. Laughter is an obvious stress reliever. But Miller says it's even good for your heart.

Family forestry workshop dates set

Numerica announces 'Five Days of Family Fun'

Celebrate winter break with Numerica’s Five Days of Free Family Fun! Enjoy free activities like ice skating, snow tubing, waterparks, and family movies in Spokane and North Idaho.