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.

Man charged with battery after Cd'A protest

City prosecutors charged a man with battery after witnesses said he sprayed water at protestors during an anti-Trump demonstration in April.

Kellogg woman hospitalized following Friday evening house fire

A woman was hospitalized and her dog rescued following a dramatic house fire Friday afternoon in uptown Kellogg.

Gary Gene Haugen

1938 — 2025

Gary Gene Haugen, age 87, passed away July 7, 2025, at his home in Moses Lake, Washington. He was born May 22, 1938, in Culbertson, Montana to Albert and Jessie Haugen and was the youngest of five children. His siblings included Shirley, Bonard, James, and Lyle.

Kellogg School District eyes two-year, $7.1M levy

Emphasizes funds will provide stability

Following a recent public workshop, Trustee Bonnie Farmin recommended that the district move forward with a levy totaling $7,048,700 — or $3,524,350 per year, which was unanimously approved by the board.

Jim Ross

1958 - 2025

Jim Ross of Othello, Washington passed away peacefully in his sleep with his loving wife, Sarah, by his side. He was born to James and Barbara Ross in Lewiston, Maine, on August 16, 1958. He was raised in Libson, Maine, the eldest of five children.

SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW: BFHS softball mostly underclass but solid foundation, leadership

The Bonners Ferry High School Badgers Softball team is focused on fundamentals and team building this season with a roster of mostly underclassmen, but head coach Cynthia Sumpter said the goal is the same as always, to beat Timberlake.

Silver Valley woman found guilty of drug charges

A Silver Valley woman is facing up to seven years in prison after a jury returned a guilty verdict last Wednesday in Shoshone County’s District Court.

Man charged with battery after ‘Hands Off’ protest in Cd’A

City prosecutors charged a man with battery after witnesses said he sprayed water at protestors during an anti-Trump demonstration in April.

Ambulance district approved for commercial insurance

The Bonner County Ambulance District continues to make exponential progress in their ongoing effort to detach the organization from the county government.

EDITORIAL: Local demonstrations will show how it's done

We believe those expected to come out for the “No Kings” protests will keep tabs on their conduct, as well as the conduct of those joining them. They take pride in their community, as do we.

Cd’A to consider massage facility code changes

Months after the city revoked the business licenses of five massage facilities due to allegations of illegal sexual activity, the Coeur d’Alene City Council will consider amending the municipal code applying to such facilities.

New women’s health providers welcomed at Logan Health-Whitefish

Logan Health is expanding obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) services in Whitefish.

Demolition begins as North Idaho Classical Academy prepares for its opening

Ambulance District approves medical director, medical transport contracts

The Bonner County Ambulance board has approved a medical director agreement between the district and Ronald D. Jenkins, MD.

Early voting begins Monday in Kootenai County

Early voting begins next week in Kootenai County.

Brave Brawlers 7th at Coeur d’Alene tourney

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — Hunter Arriaga rallied through the consolation bracket and took a 9-2 decision over Zackery Motzkus from Battle Ground (Wash.) to take third place at the Tri-State wrestling tournament at 144 pounds.

Osburn Craft Fair right around the corner

Man gets probation after violation, many DUIs

A man who pleaded guilty to numerous instances of driving under the influence was placed on probation after violating the terms of an earlier probation, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

Candidates for Shoshone County sheriff revealed