WHO official denies lying to Italy prosecutors over report

ROME (AP) — A top World Health Organization official has strongly denied making false statements to Italian prosecutors about a spiked U.N. report into Italy’s coronavirus response, doubling down on his assertions in court documents obtained by The Associated Press.

Rural transportation program needs drivers for new hub

As many years as the Mineral County Pioneer Council has been in operation, numerous people are unfamiliar with the program.

AP Entertainment Digest for Thursday, June 11, 2020

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Rathdrum presents annual awards dinner

The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce named the brightest and best community contributors at an awards dinner Saturday evening at the new Kootenai Electric Cooperative building.

Brandon Murer

Brandon Murer

Jacks reflect on 2025 baseball season

QUINCY – The Quincy Jackrabbits baseball team finished their 2025 season with a 5-15 record and entered the District Five tournament as the seventh seed. This was their first year back in 2A as they played in the Central Washington Athletic Conference. “We wanted to try and secure a home field opening round district game,” said Jacks’ head coach Seth Longwill. “Keep improving, working up, having some momentum going into districts and be able to play with anybody to give ourselves a chance to advance.”

Witsel returns to shoot Dortmund's winner over Zenit in CL

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — Axel Witsel scored on his return to Russia to ensure Borussia Dortmund topped its Champions League group with a 2-1 win over Zenit St. Petersburg on Tuesday.

Explore the St. Joe River District

Forest officials in the St. Joe River District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest are inviting the public to explore the district's summer recreation activities.

A calm voice in a crisis

BONNERS FERRY — 911 dispatchers respond to emergency and non-emergency calls. They provide dispatch and communication support services for law enforcement, fire, emergency and related services. They are often the life line for people, but the importance of their job is often overlooked.

Trump can't hang on to lawyers after false election claims

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump spent much of his career deploying high-powered lawyers to do his bidding. Now he is having trouble finding top-tier help when he might need it most.

UM's Frissell 10th in Big Sky cross country

Polson star distance runner Beatrix Frissell earned a top 10 finish Saturday at the Big Sky Championships in Greeley, Colorado.

NHL: Canadian teams able to start season in home arenas

TORONTO (AP) — The NHL believes all seven Canadian teams will be able to start the season playing in their home arenas.

GOP portrayal of urban mayhem doesn't always match reality

At almost every turn at the Republican National Convention, speakers from the president on down

Stockman Bank breaks ground on new building in Whitefish

Construction of the new Stockman Bank building on the corner of Highway 93 and 13th Street in Whitefish is now underway.

Trump can't hang on to lawyers after false election claims

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump spent much of his career deploying high-powered lawyers to do his bidding. Now he is having trouble finding top-tier help when he might need it most.

Ronald H. Johnson, 81

Ronald Henry Johnson passed away on March 4, 2024.

The Latest: Empty monastery for Easter services in Egypt

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.

Roger Lane Doney, 87

Roger Lane Doney, Oct. 28, 1936-May 13,2024.

Construction resumes on Perma bridge over Flathead River

The Montana Department of Transportation and Frontier West are resuming work on the bridge that carries Secondary Highway 382 over the Flathead River near Perma this week, weather and other factors permitting.

Happy holidays

Retailers report higher December sales

NEW YORK - A last-minute surge in spending saved the holiday shopping season.