Mavericks Top Heat for First NBA Title

Oregon denies oil terminal permit needed to fully operate

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon regulators said Wednesday they will not renew a permit needed by a crude oil storage company to operate portions of its facility in Northwest Portland.

Law roundup: Bicyclist collides with dog and crashes

Flathead County Sheriff’s Office responded to a Whitefish residence when someone reported hearing about 30 minutes of gunshots that sounded too close to the house. Deputies

Huskies seize victory over Jacks

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies (8-1) earned a 63-0 win to end off the regular season during their senior night on Thursday against the Quincy Jackrabbits (1-8). The Huskies now prepare to head into the postseason following their victory.

No. 4 Irish seek tighter defense vs struggling Louisville

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Brian Kelly knows if No. 4 Notre Dame expects to play for championships in December and January, it will need to improve defensively, starting with Saturday’s visit from Atlantic Coast Conference foe Louisville.

Emerald Creek Garnet Area now open

ST. MARIES – The Emerald Creek Garnet Area typically opens Memorial Day Weekend, however the opening this year was postponed to the end of June to allow for new garnet bearing material to be excavated. The work was completed ahead of schedule and the site is ready for visitors.

Pizza veteran in line for top honor

It’s not easy being a restaurant manager.

As Congress fights, analysts warn economy needs help now

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress and the White House resume their efforts to agree on a new economic aid package, evidence is growing that the U.S. economy is faltering. And so is concern that the government may not take the steps needed to support hiring and growth.

New Ford CEO replaces CFO, pledges stronger profit margins

DETROIT (AP) — On his first day in Ford's top job, CEO Jim Farley is replacing the company's chief financial officer and announcing other structural and management changes.

FCC warns public of emergency broadband program imposter website

The FCC strongly advises consumers to only use the official EBBP website to enroll in the program.

COVID-19 testing decrease due wildfires and poor air quality

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The availability of coronavirus testing in Oregon decreased this week due to the massive wildfires and the hazardous air quality that stretched across the state.

Judge rules in favor of Vanessa Bryant in crash photos suit

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge in California has ruled that Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, can obtain the names of four Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies who allegedly shared graphic photos from the site of the helicopter crash that killed her husband, their daughter Gianna and seven others.

Mexican women to 'disappear' for a day to protest violence

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Don't go out. Don't shop. Don't go to school. Don't consume. The urging from women's activists is clear, but it remains unclear whether Mexico will really go a day without women on Monday.

Mexican women to 'disappear' for a day to protest violence

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Don't go out. Don't shop. Don't go to school. Don't consume. The urging from women's activists is clear, but it remains unclear whether Mexico will really go a day without women on Monday.

Montana town of grizzly attack a popular stop for cyclists

They come to Ovando to fish, hike, camp and float the river in the summer and to snowmobile, cross country ski or snow shoe in the winter

ABUSE: Confront and conquer

I want to thank Valda Renz and others who’ve spoken up about the horrific acts allegedly committed by a Hayden couple against their 7-week-old infant.

40 Under 40: Jonathan Klaucke

Before Dr. Jonathan Klaucke joined Bonner General Hospital, children with orthopedic injuries had to travel to Spokane and patients with hand injuries waited weeks to be seen in Coeur d’Alene or Spokane.

Supporting our public school district levies is good for business and community

The vitality of our public schools is directly tied to building a thriving community in Kootenai County and Coeur d’Alene. The quality of education is key to shaping engaged, invested citizens and preparing our young people for the modern job market. In Idaho, our levies are labeled “supplemental,” but there’s nothing supplemental about them. The state only provides funding for 75% of school operating budgets, meaning local communities must cover the remaining 25% for essential operations like staffing, programs and services.

Montana town of grizzly attack a popular stop for cyclists

A tiny western Montana town where a grizzly bear pulled a woman from her tent and killed her this week welcomes visitors year-round to the mountain valley community along the banks of a river made famous by the movie "A River Runs Through It."

6A REGION 1 BOYS BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Lake City shoots past Post Falls in Game 1

Game 2 is Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Post Falls. Game 3, if necessary, is Thursday at Lake City. The winner advances to state March 6-8 at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. The loser can make it to state by winning a play-in game next Saturday at Grangeville.