DC files antitrust case vs Amazon over treatment of vendors

WASHINGTON (AP) — The District of Columbia has sued Amazon, accusing the online retail giant of anticompetitive practices in its treatment of sellers on its platform. The practices have raised prices for consumers and stifled innovation and choice in the online retail market, the DC attorney general alleges in an antitrust suit.

Senate nears relief bill votes after half-day GOP delay

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate steered toward a voting marathon on Democrats' $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill on Friday after enduring an extraordinary half-day holdup forced by a Republican foe of President Joe Biden's top legislative priority.

Bonner County Calendar - July 19, 2024

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Shopko Grand Opening set

Former Pamida store slates ceremony for Thursday morning

After a four-month liquidation sale and store conversion process, the former Pamida store in Libby has completed its much anticipated conversion to Shopko Hometown.

Hospital Corner: Emergency Department ready for summer surge

On one recent afternoon, all eight patient rooms in Whitefish’s emergency department were occupied, seven patients were in the waiting room and two ambulances were en route.

Powerful quake in Morocco kills more than 2,000

A rare, powerful earthquake struck Morocco, sending people racing from their beds into the streets and toppling buildings in mountainous villages and ancient cities not built to withstand such force. More than 2,000 people were killed, and the toll was expected to rise as rescuers struggled Saturday to reach hard-hit remote areas.

U.S. 93 can’t safely handle Lakeside development

I vigorously oppose granting highway access to the proposed amusement area at 6808 U.S. 93 north of Lakeside because it is unsafe and will add to an already congested area.

From banking place to soothing space

Highlands Day Spa opens second location in Coeur d'Alene

What was once a banking place has become a soothing space. Highlands Day Spa opened Jan. 24 at 301 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

Pair must repay BTAA for dogs' care

Judge also denies reduced sentence request

A pair sentenced in the abandonment of more than 31 husky-type dogs must repay a local animal welfare organization for the cost of their care and medical treatment. Also at the hearing, Magistrate Judge Tera Harden denied a motion by Jacob M. McCowan, 45, asking the court to reconsider his sentence.

Job gains and free-spending shoppers lifted Wall Street in 2023, but new data tells another story

Job gains and raises helped power solid economic growth in the U.S. last year, but what if those gains were a mirage? The Labor Department overestimated job gains last year by about 13%.

Valkyries begin tournament play against Corvallis Thursday

The stage is set and the brackets are ready as the Valkyries are prepared to begin the playoffs in search of their second-straight state basketball title.

Get out of jail? Inmates fearful of virus argue for release

NEW YORK (AP) — Coronavirus has become a “get out of jail" card for hundreds of low-level inmates across the country, and even hard-timers are seeking their freedom with the argument that it's not a matter of if but when the deadly illness sweeps through tightly packed populations behind bars.

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Crisis deepens, Ukraine accuses Moscow of 'medieval' tactics

In the capital, Kyiv, soldiers and volunteers have built hundreds of checkpoints to protect the city of nearly 4 million

Entrega especial: Kellogg firefighters travel 1,200 miles to deliver fire engine to Bolivian volunteers

Two firefighters from Shoshone County Fire District #2 will be going on the adventure of a lifetime all in the name of goodwill.

Mayor proposes $5.6M plan to address trash in Seattle

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan has proposed a $5.6 million plan to address trash and maintenance needs in parks and public spaces.

Get out of jail? Inmates fearful of virus argue for release

NEW YORK (AP) — Coronavirus has become a “get out of jail" card for hundreds of low-level inmates across the country, and even hard-timers are seeking their freedom with the argument that it's not a matter of if but when the deadly illness sweeps through tightly packed populations behind bars.

73-lot Whitetail Ridge development approved

The Whitefish City Council last week approved a new 73-lot subdivision on Flathead Avenue.

AARP: Get your taxes done for free

You’ve got taxes to file. However, do-it-yourself software can be confusing and some paid tax preparation services cost money you might not be able to spend. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide can help.

Guitars signed by rock stars taken from Florida storage unit

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man has been arrested after he tried to pawn a red California SG electric guitar signed by the members of rock band Van Halen that he stole from a storage unit, police investigators said.