North Korean leader thankful typhoon damage wasn't worse

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a western coastal area hit by a typhoon and expressed relief the damage wasn’t worse, state media said Friday.

Vaccine passports are latest flash point in COVID politics

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Vaccine passports being developed to verify COVID-19 immunization status and allow inoculated people to more freely travel, shop and dine have become the latest flash point in America’s perpetual political wars, with Republicans portraying them as a heavy-handed intrusion into personal freedom and private health choices.

'Cowboys & Aliens,' 'Smurfs' tie for top spot

LOS ANGELES - Little blue Smurfs and not-so-little green men from space are in a photo finish for the No. 1 spot at the weekend box office.

Priest Lake is a place to call home

When you search for Facebook.com/Priest Lake among its offerings is Priest Lake Group. The site states in capital letters, “this is not a complaint box.” Followed by a notice that it is “a place for current photography and up-to-date info and posts about Priest Lake to share with all.”

FEB NIBJ: 132 years and counting for small-town paper

The Bonners Ferry Herald, a weekly newspaper in Boundary County, has served and informed the local community for 132 years and is the oldest business in the county.

The Latest: Italy premier urges people not to hoard food

The Latest on the coronavirus outbreak sweeping the globe:

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Priest River takes down Genesis Prep; Sandpoint, Clark Fork swept

After falling behind two sets, Priest River won three in a row to defeat Genesis Prep Academy

Northwest Notes: April 30, 2021

COVID-19 outbreak puts Gonzaga baseball on hold

Law roundup: Time for hooky bobbin’ and doughnuts

A woman and her kids were allegedly almost hit by one of five vehicles spinning doughnuts in the mall parking lot.

Fauci warns of 'suffering and death' if US reopens too soon

WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, is warning Congress that if the country reopens too soon during the

Frank Smithers Sandford, 82

Frank Sandford was born on Feb 21, 1940 to George and Zelma Sandford. He passed away with his family by his side on Mar 4, 2022

Cardinal wrestlers anxious for a return to top

Stanley, an NJCAA champion in 2003, returns as assistant coach to NIC; ex-Viking Mowry signs

COEUR d’ALENE — After finishing third at the NJCAA tournament last season, the North Idaho College wrestling team is turning to its past to get the Cardinals back on top of the nation for the first time since 2003.

Vandals extend Eck through 2028 football season

"We are very pleased with the progress our program has made in our first two years," Eck said. "We are not content. Our sights are set on bringing a championship to Moscow. My family and I love the University of Idaho and this community. We are grateful to President Scott Green and Terry Gawlik for this contract extension to remain here."

'Happy to be alive'

Cd'A man jumps in to assist stricken person

Jason Charland presents Bowman with the Medal of Honor at a Pack 1 Cub Scout meeting

Weimer, Gittings take top 10 places at state golf

They saved their best for last.

Weimer, Gittings take top 10 places at state golf

They saved their best for last.

Weimer, Gittings take top 10 places at state golf

They saved their best for last.

READERS SPEAK OUT: Bullets, booze essential. Really?

I applaud Governor Little’s courage and wisdom for issuing a stay-at-home order to flatten the curve and save lives.

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.

WN Video: U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg visits Libby

U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg conducted a listening session on Sen. Jon Tester's Forest Jobs and Recreation Act on Saturday, Jan. 16 at Libby High School. For the story, follow this link.