Has the state budget grown too fast?

HELENA — As the state heads into the 2021 legislative session, Montana Republicans are hoping to capitalize on their newfound control of the governor’s office to advance a number of conservative priorities. Toward the top of many Republicans’ wish lists: reining in what they consider out-of-control state spending.

Georgia prosecutor investigates election after Trump call

ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia prosecutor said Wednesday that she has opened a criminal investigation into “attempts to influence” last year’s general election, including a call in which President Donald Trump asked a top official to find enough votes to overturn Joe Biden’s victory in the state.

MATCHDAY: Man City try to find goals at Burnley's expense

A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Saturday:

McArthur Lake Idaho's top spot for wildlife collisions

State officials recently reported that Highway 95 at McArthur Lake is Idaho’s top spot for wildlife collisions.

Nicosia receives accolades for academics, athletics

Montana State’s University’s Carla Nicosia was honored last week for her achievements in competition and in the classroom. She was selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America to the 2020-21 Academic All-District Men’s and Women’s Track and Field/Cross Country Team, which recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances.

Legals for April, 10 2020

AP Exclusive: MLB payrolls drop nearly $2.5B in pandemic

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball payrolls plunged to $1.75 billion during the pandemic-shortened season from $4.22 billion, and the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers led with $98.6 million — the smallest for the top spender in 20 years.

Peter David Heraper, M.D., 87

Peter David Heraper, M.D., 87, recently passed away.

Man who led deputies on high speed chase pleads guilty

The man who led law enforcement on a lengthy high speed chase through the Canyon earlier this year pleaded guilty to criminal endangerment in Flathead County District Court on May 26.

Bonner County News of Record - April 16, 2024

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Donna Lopez, 70

Donna Marie Lopez passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family Oct. 25, 2003. She was 70.

Fair audit board on BOCC agenda

Four commissioners' items are on the agenda for the Tuesday Bonner County commissioners meeting.

PREP BASKETBALL: Lake City rallies past Mt. Spokane late

Results from Friday's prep boys and girls basketball games.

"At the end of the day, you still have to play"

Kellogg heads to golf state for 22nd consecutive year

For more than two decades, there has been one constant in North Idaho athletics... Boys golf at Kellogg High School.

Georgia prosecutor investigates election after Trump call

ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia prosecutor said Wednesday that she has opened a criminal investigation into “attempts to influence” last year’s general election, including a call in which President Donald Trump asked a top official to find enough votes to overturn Joe Biden’s victory in the state.

Vanderbilt leaning on defense in tough SEC-only schedule

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason has plenty of experience back on his Vanderbilt defense. Better yet, the coach believes his Commodores are fast, talented and deep enough to have an impact in the Southeastern Conference.

Alabama clothing plant gets deep clean amid virus concerns

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A clothing manufacturing plant in Alabama was undergoing a deep cleaning after two employees tested positive for the new coronavirus, and a top executive said the plant is scheduled to reopen Monday.

MATCHDAY: Liverpool at Crystal Palace with short turnaround

A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Saturday:

Class of 2020: Conger will study at Stanford, with focus on environment

Columbia Falls senior Laney Conger said the landscape that surrounds her was definitely an influence in her future career choice. She’ll graduate tops in the Class of 2020 with a weighted grade point average of 4.26.

Federal cuts spell stormy weather for Montana solar industry

The Trump administration’s efforts to boost domestic energy production is shading out market opportunities for some home and business-owners in Northwest Montana.