Idaho judges will get pay boost

Idaho judges will see a pay increase beginning this summer.

Two St. Maries men charged after ‘poaching spree’

Two St. Maries men are facing felony charges for the alleged unlawful taking of seven mature white-tailed deer bucks in a “poaching spree” last fall, according to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.

Shoshone County navigates sheriff's resignation

Lance Stutzke will lead department

According to a Wednesday evening release from the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office, Lindsey stepped down after an investigation was launched into a hit-and-run incident that occurred Tuesday in Osburn. While Shoshone County Prosecutor Ben Allen has not yet received the official report from the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, it has been confirmed that Lindsey did not strike another vehicle or pedestrian.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Focusing on firearm safety

If you’re like me, and many in the Pacific Northwest are, you grew up with not just one but several firearms in your home. You were taught to shoot, clean and be careful with your weapons. You didn’t touch a firearm without mom and dad knowing and you certainly knew to treat every gun as if it were loaded.

County to form official consultant proposal, moratorium information brought to light

After much debate, county commissioners agreed to move forward in drafting a proposal to hire a third-party consultant to review the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, a discussion that was originally tabled at last Tuesday’s business meeting.

Guns, cocaine paraphernalia seized in drive-by investigation

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department announced the successful execution of search warrants that resulted in officers confiscating a dozen firearms and evidence of cocaine sales at a home in the 200 block of W. Knolls Vista Drive. The search was associated with the second of two drive-by shootings in Moses Lake in less than two weeks.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Staying in their lanes

Over the last few weeks as executive orders have been issued, immigration raids have occurred across the country and social media has turned into a circus of rage and crazy, there’s been a lot of criticism of local school districts and law enforcement.

Idaho to allocate $300K to transport inmates to ICE detention centers

135 people were booked into the Kootenai County jail on a border patrol or immigration hold between Jan. 1 and May 20

Idaho Gov. Brad Little announced Wednesday that the state will spend up to $300,000 to pay for Idaho State Police to transport people who have been convicted of crimes and don’t have legal authorization to be in the United States to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers for deportation.

Idaho judges will get pay boost

Idaho judges will see a pay increase beginning this summer.

Likely remains of Travis Decker, wanted for killing his daughters in Chelan County, found

WENATCHEE – The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday the discovery of human remains believed to be those of Travis Decker, who has been the subject of a months-long manhunt after the bodies of his three daughters were found near the Rock Island Campground near Icicle Creek due west of Leavenworth.

Idaho among three states to pass license plate reader laws this year

Idaho among three states to pass license plate reader laws this year

Idaho was one of just three states that enacted laws this session to establish or amend rules for law enforcement agencies using automated license plate readers.

Shoshone jail captain resigning

Shakeup continues at sheriff's office

WALLACE — Another administrator at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office has resigned. On Tuesday, Jail Capt. Eli Lopez submitted a letter announcing his plan to resign in December. In the letter, Lopez described the decision as “incredibly difficult,” but cited several frustrations that led to his departure after a decade with the agency. “I recognize that leadership challenges exist in every organization, but the absence of consistent backing has made it increasingly difficult to perform at my best," Lopez said. Administrators at the SCSO have been at odds with the county commissioners and clerk concerning the department’s recently slashed budget. Lopez had been critical of both offices in recent months.

SRS Act would benefit Shoshone County

Shoshone County received $2.8 million in Secure Rural Schools funds for Fiscal Year 2023

The SRS program, created by Congress in 2000 under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, was designed to stabilize funding for counties that depend on federal forest lands. Today, it provides financial support to roughly 700 counties nationwide for schools, roads, and other essential services.

SVCS students flex their imagination at Invent Idaho

A record 21 students from the Selle Valley Carden School qualified for Invent Idaho, the state level STEM competition, after placing at the North Idaho regional competition in January.

THE DIRT: Drought conditions increase exposure risks

County approves appointments, camp contracts

Amid a handful of agenda items brought forth to Bonner County commissioners, the board approved the appointment of six people to perform duties within the county as it relates to assisting community members in need and maintaining campgrounds.

MAY NIBJ: Planning for the next generation: Sandpoint tackles downtown quandary

Over 200 acres of the city, stretching from the southern entrance to the downtown to nearly the eastern exit, were zoned with the same regulations, which presented challenges for the city’s historic downtown.

MAY NIBJ: Planning for the next generation: Sandpoint tackles downtown quandary

Over 200 acres of the city, stretching from the southern entrance to the downtown to nearly the eastern exit, were zoned with the same regulations, which presented challenges for the city’s historic downtown.

MAY NIBJ: Planning for the next generation: Sandpoint tackles downtown quandary

Over 200 acres of the city, stretching from the southern entrance to the downtown to nearly the eastern exit, were zoned with the same regulations, which presented challenges for the city’s historic downtown.

THE DIRT: Drought conditions increase exposure risks