WEATHER: March 13-19, 2026

Friday: Rain and snow likely before 2 p.m., then a slight chance of rain. Cloudy, with a high near 49. Southwest wind 6-9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Little or no snow accumulation expected. A 40% chance of rain and snow before 8pm, then a chance of rain between 8pm & 11 p.m., then a chance of rain and snow after 11 p.m. Cloudy during the early evening, then gradual clearing, with a low around 30. West wind 7-9 mph.

EDIT: Shoshone County needs stability, not partisanship, in the sheriff's office

Bigfork tennis splits with Stevensville

Stevensville boys 4, Bigfork 3

Bowen recognized as ITD engineer of the year

Last week, Bowen planned to arrive early to her meeting in Coeur d’Alene to celebrate an unknown coworker who was awarded an Idaho Transportation Department award.

'A little bit concerned': Trump looks to boost Iowa support

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday sought to shore up support from constituencies that not so long ago he thought he had in the bag: big business and voters in the red state of Iowa.

'A little bit concerned': Trump looks to boost Iowa support

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday sought to shore up support from constituencies that not so long ago he thought he had in the bag: big business and voters in the red state of Iowa.

My Turn

Please answer the question, Mr. Minnick

Maybe this rhetoric is to be expected today, maybe this is politics today; but I don't remember as a child when our president and other politicians were asked a question, that they wouldn't answer it. Am I the only one who notices that when a tough question is asked of our leaders, they start to dance like Michael Jackson? When the dance is over and the long rambling has stopped, you find yourself saying, "He or she never answered my question." They are elected by the people, they are accountable to the people and they come to the people to speak. Shouldn't they answer the questions posed? Don't they either need to answer the question, or be honest and say "I don't know," or maybe even say, "My answer will get me in trouble, so I am going to talk in circles until you go away." It's time for "We the People" to say, "Answer the Question!"!uc!2026 and not let them continue on until they do. Last Saturday, at a public forum at the Coeur d'Alene Senior Center, our local legislators answered many questions from the crowd. I'm proud to say that, first, they showed up; and, secondly, they answered everyone's questions, directly and to the point. After our local legislators left the stage, Walt Minnick came to the stage. He gave a short message about what is happening in Washington and joked about everyone getting the message from Massachusetts. Then he opened it up for questions. One tough question was, "Why are you using our tax dollars to send out personal political campaign literature?" Mr. Minnick's response was, "It only cost $20,000," and he went on to say how much he has done to help all Idahoans and this brochure gives specific cases. But it only had his picture and his information on the brochure. Then, my question: "You have said publicly (Post Falls Rotary, August, 2009) that you support the Free Choice Act. If creating jobs is one of the most important things we need to do to get this country back on track, explain how this would help in creating jobs?" He started out by saying jobs are our No. 1 focus and that he supports this. He then stated that he doesn't think the Free Choice Act will come before the House, and if it did, it would have to be modified. Then Walt looked for the next question. Before he could find someone to ask another question, I said "Mr. Minnick, you never answered my question." It was obvious he was upset and went on to say he didn't appreciate that I had misstated his position, that he had answered my question, and that he was not going to talk about it anymore. I felt like I was in the twilight zone. Where was his answer? The "Employee Free Choice Act," better known as "Card Check," is one of the most harmful pieces of legislation to ever be proposed by our government. Big labor unions spent heavily during the 2009 election and are pushing Congress to approve this law. Union membership has been declining - currently about 7.5 percent in the private sector - and they hope this law will change the rules and reverse that trend. The U.S. Chamber strongly opposes this legislation and we know that they represent 300,000 businesses. The Chamber states that there are three problems with Card Check: 1. Eliminating the private ballot 2. Government arbitration and control 3. Harsh new penalties for businesses. Visit: www.uschamber.com/issues and see for yourself. This is why most business leaders in Idaho have come out in strong opposition to this legislation. This is why those who understand this legislation oppose it. Except, Walt Minnick! Why? Maybe the answer lies in closely examining Mr. Minnick's PAC fund and to whom he is responsible as a result. HERE'S AN ANSWER: Eight of Mr. Minnick's top 11 campaign contributors are from Union-based organizations. Walt, when answering my question, just say, "I owe this support to the unions." Ron Nilson owns Ground Force Manufacturing in Post Falls. Ron Nilson My Turn

Wisconsin governor visits Kalispell

Walker in town to stump for Hill

New Mexico jail bans in-person visits, offers video chats

FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) — A northwestern New Mexico jail is no longer allowing family and friends to visit detainees in person and will now offer only phone or online video chats.

Northwest Notes: July 3, 2025

The Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Wood Bat Classic begins today.

Judge throws out Trump rules limiting skilled-worker visas

CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday struck down two Trump administration rules designed to drastically curtail the number of visas issued each year to skilled foreign workers.

Judge throws out Trump rules limiting skilled-worker visas

CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday struck down two Trump administration rules designed to drastically curtail the number of visas issued each year to skilled foreign workers.

Lowe's disappoints on 4Q sales, full-year outlook

NEW YORK (AP) — Lowe's Cos. on Wednesday reported weaker-than-expected sales for its fiscal fourth quarter and offered an annual forecast that came below Wall Street expectations.

Paris cafes, restaurants partially reopen post-lockdown

PARIS (AP) — Parisians who have been cooped up for months with takeout food and coffee can savor their steak tartare in the fresh air and cobbled streets of the City of Light once more — albeit in smaller numbers.

Paris cafes, restaurants partially reopen post-lockdown

PARIS (AP) — Parisians who have been cooped up for months with takeout food and coffee can savor their steak tartare in the fresh air and cobbled streets of the City of Light once more — albeit in smaller numbers.

OPINION: Idaho’s course correction

What do you see in Idaho’s future?

English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.

English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.

English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.

Lowe's disappoints on 4Q sales, full-year outlook

NEW YORK (AP) — Lowe's Cos. on Wednesday reported weaker-than-expected sales for its fiscal fourth quarter and offered an annual forecast that came below Wall Street expectations.