Coeur d'Alene prosecutor: No charges in racial incident involving University of Utah basketball team

Says probable cause for disturbing the peace, disorderly conduct not there

The March 21 racial incident was reported in downtown Coeur d’Alene.

North Idaho fuelwood permits available online

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WSU memory and addiction study receives $2.9M grant

PULLMAN – Years into sobriety, seemingly innocent stimuli — like songs, smells or specific visuals — can trigger memories of earlier drug use and an intense craving that can cause even a long-recovered addict to relapse. But what if those memories could be manipulated to be less triggering? ...

Cities reject county request to withhold building permits

Kootenai County has asked 12 cities to withhold building permits for new construction unless cities receive proof of payment for proposed county impact fees supporting the sheriff’s office, jail and parks and waterways.

Paul Strong, 79

Paul L. Strong, 79, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024.

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The Latest: COVID-19 vaccine begins arriving in Canada

TORONTO — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the first of many freezer-packed COVID-19 vaccine vials have arrived in Canada.

Pelosi, McConnell to get vaccine, urge members to do same

WASHINGTON (AP) — The top leaders of the U.S. House and Senate will be receiving the coronavirus vaccine this week, and Congress' attending physician has informed members that they are all eligible for the shots under “government continuity” guidelines.

Kellogg Elks Lodge hosts blood drive

Blood drive and lead testing event held Oct. 3 in Kellogg

Kellogg Elks Lodge hosts blood drive

Blood drive and lead testing event held Oct. 3 in Kellogg

The Latest: More than 4,000 people hospitalized in LA County

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County has again broken a record for coronavirus hospitalizations, fulfilling the county public health director’s dire predictions in just days.

Research center marks 75 years of cutting-edge crop science

A field station for Montana State University’s College of Agriculture, the center conducts some of Montana’s most cutting-edge crop science research and is marking its 75th anniversary this year.

Veterans, don't miss out on this benefit

Welcome to the New Year. I trust you are being vigilant about your resolutions, making this the best year ever.

Fundraiser launched to help abandoned dogs

A campaign has been launched to raise funds to help 18 husky-type dogs found abandoned at several locations as a Bonner County Sheriff's Office investigation into their abandonment continues. A suspect has been identified in the case and BCSO officials said they expect to seek criminal charges after its investigation is completed, BCSO Undersheriff Ror Lakewold said in a Wednesday press release.

Some ag groups upset with Inslee over farm worker rules

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Some top agriculture groups are upset with Washington Gov. Inslee because farm workers were not covered in last week's announcement that fully vaccinated employees do not have to wear a mask or socially distance at work.

MY TURN: The hidden cost of state and federal administration on our public schools

I hope that I speak for a large percentage of our local citizens, when I say that our community supports excellent educational opportunities for our children, safe and secure school buildings and competitive pay and benefits for our teachers.

Some ag groups upset with Inslee over farm worker rules

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Some top agriculture groups are upset with Washington Gov. Inslee because farm workers were not covered in last week's announcement that fully vaccinated employees do not have to wear a mask or socially distance at work.

SAFE Harbor honors community heroes

Heroes in the movies often appear larger than life. They have special abilities and wear some outrageous outfits. Not to mention teleportation, mind melding, and all the rest.

The Latest: Italy passes UK for Europe's highest virus toll

ROME — Italy on Sunday registered 484 confirmed COVID-19 deaths, one of its lowest daily death tolls in about a month. But those latest deaths were enough to eclipse Britain’s toll as having Europe’s highest toll in the pandemic, according to tracking done by Johns Hopkins University.

Germany launches 4-week partial shutdown to curb virus

BERLIN (AP) — A four-week partial shutdown has started in Germany, with restaurants, bars, theaters, cinemas and other leisure facilities closing down until the end of the month in a drive to flatten a rapid rise in coronavirus infections.