Macron vows "fight of the century” against climate change

PARIS (AP) — France’s leader called the battle against climate change and environmental destruction “the fight of the century” Thursday after visiting a melting glacier in the French Alps.

Fortunes of China's internet tycoons soar amid pandemic

BEIJING (AP) — Jack Ma, founder of e-commerce giant Alibaba, held onto his status as China’s richest tycoon this year as surging demand for online shopping and other services during the coronavirus pandemic swelled the fortunes of internet entrepreneurs, according to a survey released Tuesday.

Bonner County Calendar - April 19, 2025

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Kathleen Shields Williams

Kathleen Shields Williams

Clark Fork River Pedal and Farm Tour this weekend

Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Western Montana's agricultural landscapes with the inaugural Clark Fork River Pedal and Farm Tour.

Recent data show Chinese fishing fleet still near Galapagos

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Satellite data indicate that a large Chinese fishing fleet remained in international waters near Ecuador's Galapagos archipelago at the beginning of this month, even as China said it would temporarily ban fishing near the UNESCO world heritage site.

Appreciated Bill Shaw

The death of former city manager Bill Shaw evokes sadness and invites some reflection. Decades before Bill came here, the city had rid itself of its 90-year reliance on mossy-tasting Cedar Creek for its municipal water supply.

EDITORIAL: America to NW Montana: Thumbs up

A record year for Glacier Park, the busiest year ever for Glacier Park International Airport and all-time record visitation at Montana State Parks.

Brother sharpens brother

Back yard battles honed Liam Ells' skills

For Glacier basketball’s Liam Ells, his abilities were forged through years on the court and countless competitions with his brother Sam.

As coronavirus cases grow, Pennsylvania eyes later primary

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania saw another big increase in confirmed coronavirus cases Sunday, as well as another death, as lawmakers speed legislation to delay the state's April 28 primary election and relax rules around how mail-in ballots can be processed in advance of polls closing.

Harriet Mjelde, 103

Harriet Mjelde passed away on February 9, 2024, at the age of 103.

End of an era

By CHANSE WATSON

Cyclists pick perfect weather for Pedal to Plate

The Ronan area was awash with bicyclists Saturday morning for the Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate. The event was sold out with 150 cyclists participating. They gathered at the Ronan Cooperative Brewery on 4th Ave. SW, and pedaled west on Round Butte Road at 9 a.m.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Just roll with it

Matt Roetter has come a long way since his days as a “skateboard evangelist.”

Coeur d'Alene council OKs $151M budget

Includes 3% property tax increase, 1% in forgone taxes

Katie Ebner, finance director and treasurer, said a residential home with a taxable value of $600,000 will see a tax increase of about $1.25 a month from the overall 4% property tax increase. The budget calls for using $1.8 million from the general fund balance, leaving a projected $11.2 million unassigned fund balance at the end of fiscal year 2026 — about 19% of General Fund expenditures.

Toddler causes concern

A toddler was reportedly playing in the road near a coffee shop in Columbia Falls, prompting a call to the

End of an era

By CHANSE WATSON

The Latest: Iran seeks lift on sanctions for medical help

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 240,000 people and killed more than 9,800. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. Almost 85,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.

Legals for March, 31 2021

AP Interview: Beijing says US 'too negative' toward China

BEIJING (AP) — A top Chinese diplomat said Friday that U.S. policy toward China is “too negative" and that cooperation could be critically important as the Biden administration focuses on combatting COVID-19 and promoting economic recovery.