NIC SECURITY: Fails to enforce college policies

Worst excuse for security on a state-subsidized and taxpayer-supported institution. Security permits visitors harassing students and visitors by shouting expletives and sticking their cellphones in their faces. Security does not follow NIC policy.

HHS leaders: No evidence of child abuse surge amid pandemic

NEW YORK (AP) — Top officials overseeing child welfare at the Department of Health and Human Services say they’ve seen no solid evidence to bear out warnings that serious forms of child abuse would surge during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Latest: Biden task force member wants coronavirus detail

WASHINGTON -- Dr. Atul Gawande, a member of President-Elect Joe Biden’s coronavirus task force, says Biden’s team needs to know the status of national personal protective equipment and plans for vaccine distribution.

2 shootings, 2 days: In Kenosha, a microcosm of US strife

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — A Black man, accosted by police on a domestic dispute call, is left with bullet wounds in his back that will likely keep him from ever walking again. A white 17-year-old, rifle in hand, strolls past authorities untouched amid cries that he just gunned down three people protesting the Black man’s shooting.

US prosecutors: Jailed MS-13 bosses behind wave of violence

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. prosecutors announced terrorism charges Thursday against top MS-13 leaders imprisoned in El Salvador, accusing them of ordering killings and other crimes by the notorious street gang from behind bars.

BTAA waives adoption fees

Help needed to find homes for cats and dogs

If you are looking to bring home a new furry friend, now is a perfect time. From March 10-24, Better Together Animal Alliance is waiving adoption fees on all adult pets to help them find homes faster. "While not everyone is in a position to adopt a pet right now, there are other ways to help and support these animals and find them homes during this time," Mandy Evans, BTAA executive director, said in a press release Thursday.

Todd M. Schatz

Todd M. Schatz

STATE 5A VOLLEYBALL: Post Falls assured of trophy; Lake City out after long day

Post Falls went 2-1 on the opening day of the state 5A volleyball tournament at Coeur d'Alene High's Viking Court. And with its 25-12, 25-23, 22-25, 25-22 victory over Thunder Ridge of Idaho Falls in its final match, the Trojans guaranteed themselves a trophy with a top-four finish.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 30-Feb. 9, 2025

Upcoming events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.

Jones leads UNC-Asheville over High Point 90-84 in OT

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Tajion Jones scored 19 points, knocking down four 3-pointers, to lead five UNC-Asheville players in double figures as the Bulldogs topped High Point 90-84 in overtime on Sunday.

Legals for December, 15 2022

Curreri takes second at local PGA event

Bonners Ferry fifth grader Gabriella Curreri finished second at the local Drive, Chip and Putt, a PGA event for kids.

Survey shows priorities for ed, econ

The Statewide Study on Education and the Economy, an intensive survey about Idaho education conducted by Palo Alto-based tech giant Hewlett-Packard and Idaho Business for Education reveals mental health and non-cognitive skills are a major concern for educators, parents and potential employers.

Dennis Alvin Sager, 91

Dennis Alvin Sager, 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather of DeSmet, ID and formerly of Cataldo, ID, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Dennis was born on August 12, 1929 in Gordon, Nebraska, a son of the late Freeman Sager and Jessie Harris Sager.

Legals for July, 27 2023

AP PHOTOS: Virus accentuates isolation of Spain's homeless

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — While Spanish authorities tell the public that staying home is the best way to beat the coronavirus pandemic, some people are staying out because home has come to mean the streets of Madrid and Barcelona.

Utah porn warning label proposal gains despite some mocking

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Pornography should come with warning labels that say exposure to minors could be harmful, according to a Utah state lawmaker who is proposing fines of $2,500 to companies that fail to comply. At least one pornography site is mocking the idea.

Local snowboarders win big at 2024 Schweitzer IFSA Junior Regional

Taylor, Falcone, Miller, and Maddie Hall, have qualified and will compete with the best-of-the-best at the IFSA Junior Freeride Championships set to be held April 8-10 in Breckenridge, Colo.

At workshop, city reveals its short-term rental numbers

Seats were filled at Columbia Falls City Council on Monday, Jan. 22 for a workshop on short term rentals.

Utah lawmaker is proposing warning labels on pornography

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Pornography should come with warning labels that say exposure to minors could be harmful, according to a Utah state lawmaker who is proposing fines of $2,500 to companies that fail to comply. At least one pornography site is mocking the idea.