Community Library Network’s new policies could fracture regional library consortium

For decades, the Community Information Network has enabled libraries in North Idaho and eastern Washington to share their collections and broadened patrons’ access to materials. Now a restrictive policy for minor library cardholders in the Community Library Network, unlike any other in the library consortium, could mean that patrons across …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 DAY, 4 HOURS AGO

North Idaho College settles Rumpler lawsuit

North Idaho College has settled a lawsuit leveled by a former employee.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 4 HOURS AGO

North Idaho College settles Rumpler lawsuit

North Idaho College has settled a lawsuit leveled by a former employee.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 4 HOURS AGO

Washington man acquitted after fatal crash

A jury acquitted a Washington man who was accused of driving while under the influence and causing a crash that killed a Benewah County man.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 4 HOURS AGO

Community Library Network board talks regional consortium, ‘propaganda’ policy

Community Library Network trustees put off deciding whether to sign a new joint powers agreement with a regional library consortium and to adopt an updated materials selection and acquisition policy that labels “propaganda promoting illegal activity” as “inappropriate for minors.”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 DAYS, 4 HOURS AGO

Gov. Little signs bill reforming roles of Idaho coroners in death investigations

Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed into law this week a bill that clarifies the roles of Idaho’s coroners in death investigations.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County commissioners weigh conduct, trespass ordinance

Kootenai County commissioners will consider a code of conduct for county property after an incident earlier this week involving a former county employee.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

Florida man gets prison for lewd conduct

A man who prosecutors said sexually abused two teen girls will spend time in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

Man gets prison for lewd conduct, child sexual abuse

A man who prosecutors said raped a teen girl will spend up to 25 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 2 DAYS AGO

Community Library Network’s new policies could fracture regional library consortium

For decades, the Community Information Network has enabled libraries in North Idaho and eastern Washington to share their collections and broadened patrons’ access to materials. Now a restrictive policy for minor library cardholders in the Community Library Network, unlike any other in the library consortium, could mean that patrons across …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 4 DAYS AGO

Details emerge in security company’s license revocation

Days after plainclothes security guards dragged a woman out of a legislative town hall, a letter from the city of Coeur d’Alene revoking the business license of LEAR Asset Management said the private security company posed “an immediate danger to the safety of the public.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO

Idaho Fish and Game gathers strategic plan feedback

Crowding on public lands amid population growth and predator management were among the hottest topics discussed by outdoorsmen and Idaho Fish and Game officials Tuesday night.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 6 DAYS AGO

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office swears in new K-9

Community members gathered Wednesday at the Kootenai North facility in Hayden to welcome the newest member of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, a 12-month-old Belgian Malinois named Spike.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho Fish and Game gathers strategic plan feedback

Crowding on public lands amid population growth and predator management were among the hottest topics discussed by outdoorsmen and Idaho Fish and Game officials Tuesday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

Kootenai County commissioners may adopt precinct boundary changes

Kootenai County commissioners will consider adopting changes to several voting precinct boundaries next week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 3 DAYS AGO

Details emerge in security company’s license revocation by city of Coeur d'Alene

Days after plainclothes security guards dragged a woman out of a legislative town hall, a letter from the city of Coeur d’Alene revoking the business license of LEAR Asset Management said the private security company posed “an immediate danger to the safety of the public.”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO

Post Falls man gets prison for child sexual exploitation

A Post Falls man will spend up to a decade in prison for possessing child sexual abuse material that a judge described as “sick and depraved.”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO

Deputies assist man in crisis on Memorial Bridge

Kootenai County sheriff’s deputies prevented a man from jumping from Veterans Memorial Centennial Bridge over the weekend, according to a news release issued Thursday by the sheriff’s office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO

Woman dragged from town hall hires attorney

A woman who was dragged from a legislative town hall at Coeur d’Alene High School by plainclothes security guards as hired legal representation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO

Woman dragged from town hall hires attorney

A woman who was dragged from a legislative town hall at Coeur d’Alene High School by plainclothes security guards as hired legal representation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO

Protest forms outside Kootenai County Sheriff's Office

After video recordings of Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris attempting to physically remove a woman from a legislative town hall for speaking out of turn went viral and made international headlines, some community members are calling for Norris to resign.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO

Moratorium imposed as data centers look to Kootenai County

COEUR d’ALENE — Amid concerns about the resource usage and environmental impact of data centers, Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously this week to impose an emergency moratorium on building permit approvals for such facilities.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO

Protest forms outside Kootenai County Sheriff's Office

After video recordings of Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris attempting to physically remove a woman from a legislative town hall for speaking out of turn went viral and made international headlines, some community members are calling for Norris to resign.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO

No bail for accused Post Falls killer

Camera caught shooting, court records say
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO

Public or private: Kootenai County GOP, others debate nature of town hall

In the wake of a legislative town hall where plainclothes security guards dragged a woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee maintains that the event was private — while the Coeur d’Alene School District, city police and prosecutors and some community members assert …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO

Town hall security arrangements still unclear

Days after a group of security guards dragged a Post Falls woman out of a legislative town hall at Coeur d’Alene High School, it remains unclear whether the guards were hired or volunteers or whether they had any formal agreement with the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee that hosted the …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO

Public or private: Kootenai County GOP, others debate nature of town hall

In the wake of a legislative town hall where plainclothes security guards dragged a woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee maintains that the event was private — while the Coeur d’Alene School District, city police and prosecutors and some community members assert …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC leaders relieved by reduced sanction

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College leaders expressed optimism after NIC received more time from its accreditor to resolve a handful of remaining issues.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS AGO

Town hall security arrangements still unclear

Days after a group of security guards dragged a Post Falls woman out of a legislative town hall at Coeur d’Alene High School, it remains unclear whether the guards were hired or volunteers or whether they had any formal agreement with the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee that hosted the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC leaders relieved by reduced sanction

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College leaders expressed optimism after NIC received more time from its accreditor to resolve a handful of remaining issues.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

Coeur d’Alene prosecutors dismiss citation against woman dragged from town hall, city revokes security company’s business license

City prosecutors will dismiss a misdemeanor battery citation issued to the Post Falls woman who plainclothes private security guards dragged out of a legislative town hall Saturday and the city of Coeur d’Alene has revoked the security company’s business license.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

Cd’A prosecutors drop battery charges against woman dragged out of town hall

City revokes security company’s business license
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Cd’A prosecutors drop battery charges against woman dragged out of town hall

City revokes security company’s business license
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Prosecutors drop battery charges against woman dragged out of Idaho town hall

COEUR d’ALENE — City prosecutors will dismiss a misdemeanor battery citation issued to the Post Falls woman who plainclothes private security guards dragged out of a legislative town hall Saturday, and the city of Coeur d’Alene has revoked the security company’s business license.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Cd’A prosecutors drop battery charges against woman dragged out of town hall

City revokes security company’s business license
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

NIC gets extension, sanction reduced to probation

North Idaho College is “positioned to remedy” a handful of remaining accreditation issues within the next year, according to a Monday letter from NIC’s accreditor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Woman dragged from GOP town hall in Coeur d'Alene calls removal 'traumatic'

COEUR d’ALENE — A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

North Idaho College gets extension, sanction reduced to probation

North Idaho College is “positioned to remedy” a handful of remaining accreditation issues within the next year, according to a Monday letter from NIC’s accreditor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d’Alene prosecutors dismiss citation against woman dragged from town hall, city revokes security company’s business license

City prosecutors will dismiss a misdemeanor battery citation issued to the Post Falls woman who plainclothes private security guards dragged out of a legislative town hall Saturday and the city of Coeur d’Alene has revoked the security company’s business license.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

UPDATE on town hall chaos: Woman who was dragged out speaks, police chief condemns security, name of security firm confirmed

A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

UPDATE on town hall chaos: Woman who was dragged out speaks, police chief condemns security, name of security firm confirmed

A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Sheriff, police chief disagree on town hall jurisdiction

A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

UPDATE on town hall chaos: Woman who was dragged out speaks, police chief condemns security, name of security firm confirmed

A legislative town hall organized by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee devolved into chaos Saturday when unidentified, plainclothes security personnel dragged a Post Falls woman from the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium for heckling legislators.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Kootenai County prosecutors honored for Howard murder case

Though Kendy Howard’s life was cut cruelly short, her presence was felt Friday at the Kootenai County Administration Building, when her family gathered with prosecutors, police and others who helped investigate her 2021 death and ultimately proved that she had been murdered by her husband.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d'Alene town hall security detail remains mystery

The identities of the men who dragged a woman out a legislative town hall Saturday in the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium remain a mystery, with event organizers claiming no knowledge of who arranged the security detail or which company was used.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d'Alene town hall security detail remains mystery

The identities of the men who dragged a woman out a legislative town hall Saturday in the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium remain a mystery, with event organizers claiming no knowledge of who arranged the security detail or which company was used.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d'Alene town hall security detail remains mystery

The identities of the men who dragged a woman out a legislative town hall Saturday in the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium remain a mystery, with event organizers claiming no knowledge of who arranged the security detail or which company was used.
SHOSHONE NEWS-PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d'Alene town hall security detail remains mystery

The identities of the men who dragged a woman out a legislative town hall Saturday in the Coeur d’Alene High School auditorium remain a mystery, with event organizers claiming no knowledge of who arranged the security detail or which company was used.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d’Alene man charged with child sexual exploitation

A man is facing felony charges for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

CLN trustees talk minor cardholder policy

Amid discussions about what materials minor Community Library Network patrons ought to be able to check out from non-CLN libraries, trustees reiterated their position that CLN’s policies don’t wrongfully restrict access to library materials.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Rathdrum teen charged after alleged school shooting threat

Police arrested a teen who allegedly made threats to shoot others at school.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Kootenai commissioners debate Citylink service

County and city leaders may come back to the table to discuss whether cities should shoulder more responsibility for public transit services.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Coeur d'Alene revokes five business licenses over alleged illegal sexual activity

The city of Coeur d’Alene has revoked the business licenses of five massage facilities, citing allegations of illegal sexual activity, though no criminal charges have been filed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

No fatalities on Kootenai County waterways in 2024

There were no fatalities on Kootenai County waterways last year, according to the sheriff’s office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO

Car exchange program keeps families on the road

Transportation is a critical need for low-income individuals and families in Kootenai County, but many people lack the resources to buy a reliable vehicle.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO

Medicaid expansion bill sparks debate on future of Idaho health care

By a single vote, and after overwhelmingly negative public testimony, the Idaho House and Welfare Committee advanced a bill that could end Medicaid expansion.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO

Medicaid expansion bill sparks debate on future of Idaho health care

By a single vote, and after overwhelmingly negative public testimony, the Idaho House and Welfare Committee advanced a bill that could end Medicaid expansion.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO

Swayne faces lawmakers, touts rising enrollment

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne touted the school’s growing enrollment Wednesday when he addressed the Idaho House and Senate education committees in Boise.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO

No-phones policy will play out in Coeur d'Alene schools

School district leaders agreed to take a wait-and-see approach with newly-implemented procedures surrounding the use of cell phones in schools.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO

Heritage Health lays off 10% of employees

Heritage Health will lay off 40 employees, about 10% of its workforce, as a preemptive measure ahead of possible funding cuts, according to the nonprofit.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hayden man jailed for stalking

A Hayden man who pleaded guilty to peering through a woman’s bedroom window will spend a month in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners put off approval for Citylink grant

Kootenai County commissioners have again put off a decision about whether to accept federal grant money to replace paratransit vehicles nearing the end of their useful life.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO

Swayne faces lawmakers, touts rising enrollment

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne touted the school’s growing enrollment Wednesday when he addressed the Idaho House and Senate education committees in Boise.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho Supreme Court vacates child porn conviction over unconstitutional search

The Idaho Supreme Court has vacated a Post Falls man’s conviction for possessing child sexual abuse material because police obtained key evidence against him by unconstitutionally impounding his car.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

Swayne faces lawmakers, touts rising enrollment

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne touted the school’s growing enrollment Wednesday when he addressed the Idaho House and Senate education committees in Boise.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

After two years of uncertainty, North Idaho College awaits the final decision as to whether it will retain accreditation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

After two years of uncertainty, North Idaho College awaits the final decision as to whether it will retain accreditation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County jail sees surge in immigration holds

The number of people booked into the Kootenai County jail on “border patrol hold” is increasing after President Donald Trump issued a slew of executive orders on immigration, while the sheriff’s office promised to continue to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho agencies await answers amid federal funding freeze

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s order to halt federal grants and loans while the Republican administration determines whether the spending complies with a flurry of recent executive orders, federal grant recipients in North Idaho are waiting for answers about how their programs will be affected.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO

Fernwood woman injured in crash

A Fernwood woman is hospitalized with severe injuries after a single-vehicle crash over the weekend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 4 WEEKS AGO

Surgeon pleads guilty to voyeurism

An orthopedic surgeon pleaded guilty to hiding a camera in a bathroom at his medical office and secretly recording employees and their children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC prepares to go before accreditors

North Idaho College leaders will travel to Seattle next week for a meeting that will determine whether NIC remains accredited.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC prepares to go before accreditors

North Idaho College leaders will travel to Seattle next week for a meeting that will determine whether NIC remains accredited.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO

KCRCC’s defamation lawsuit against Gookin continues

If the Kootenai County GOP’s defamation lawsuit against one of its own goes to trial, it won’t happen before October, about two years after the suit was initially filed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO

Hayden man faces multiple felonies

A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he sexually assaulted a woman.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO

Cold, dry weather expected to hold in North Idaho

North Idahoans may want to hunker down as cold conditions hold through next week.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Cold, dry weather expected to hold in North Idaho

North Idahoans may want to hunker down as cold conditions hold through next week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Rape sentencing set for February

A St. Maries man who pleaded guilty to raping a teen girl and faces similar charges in another county will be sentenced next month.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office moves to Hayden

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office will conduct most operations out of a newly-renovated facility in Hayden, dubbed Kootenai North.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Man held on $200K bail after alleged auto burglary

A man who allegedly stole a wallet out of an unlocked car while wanted for multiple crimes in another state is being held on $200,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County officials sworn in

Residents will see the same faces in Kootenai County government for the time being, save one.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with I-90 shooting

Police arrested a man Wednesday night who allegedly shot another vehicle while driving under the influence.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Spokane man jailed after skipping sentencing for burglary, forgery

A man who pleaded guilty to forging a check worth more than $6,400 and later skipped out on his sentencing is back in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with I-90 shooting

Police arrested a man Wednesday night who allegedly shot another vehicle while driving under the influence.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Rathdrum homeowner prevails in tax appeal

The case of a Rathdrum man who prevailed in an occupancy tax appeal hearing Wednesday highlighted how Kootenai County handles proration required by Idaho law.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Little proposes $50 million for private school expenses

Idaho Gov. Brad Little kicked off the state’s 2025 legislative session Monday by proposing new tax cuts, increased funding for public schools and spending taxpayer dollars on tuition at private schools.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Outgoing Kootenai County commissioner says farewell

Outgoing county commissioner says farewell
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Little proposes $50 million for private school expenses

Idaho Gov. Brad Little kicked off the state’s 2025 legislative session Monday by proposing new tax cuts, increased funding for public schools and spending taxpayer dollars on tuition at private schools.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Little proposes $50 million for private school expenses

Idaho Gov. Brad Little kicked off the state’s 2025 legislative session Monday by proposing new tax cuts, increased funding for public schools and spending taxpayer dollars on tuition at private schools.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Court rules on exemptions in drag defamation case

The Post Falls drag performer who won a defamation lawsuit against a local blogger may soon begin collecting the $1.1 million judgement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Court rules on exemptions in drag defamation case

The Post Falls drag performer who won a defamation lawsuit against a local blogger may soon begin collecting the $1.1 million judgement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

ACLU files emergency motion with Idaho Supreme Court over public defense reform

Idaho’s new public defense system is “headed for a disaster” unless the Idaho Supreme Court intervenes, the American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho said in new court filings.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

ACLU files emergency motion with Idaho Supreme Court over public defense reform

Idaho’s new public defense system is “headed for a disaster” unless the Idaho Supreme Court intervenes, the American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho said in new court filings.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man gets supervised probation after attempted kidnapping, mental health crisis

A man who pleaded guilty to trying to kidnap a girl during a mental health crisis will receive treatment while on supervised probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls man sentenced for stalking, voyeurism

A man who pleaded guilty to stalking his ex and sharing intimate photos of her will spend up to four years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners offer insights

Commissioners outline priorities for 2025
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man gets prison for drug trafficking

A man who pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs and who police said possessed more than 1,000 fentanyl pills will spend up to a decade in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Man jailed for ‘grooming’ texts

A man who prosecutors said “groomed” a teen girl through sexual text messages will spend up to eight years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC to launch new apprenticeship program

North Idaho College will launch a new apprenticeship program in summer 2025 that is expected to increase the number of heavy equipment operators in the area.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC to launch new apprenticeship program

North Idaho College will launch a new apprenticeship program in summer 2025 that is expected to increase the number of heavy equipment operators in the area.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners approve license plate reader contract

Kootenai County commissioners approved a one-year contract with Motorola for automatic license plate reader software to be used in 48 sheriff’s office patrol vehicles.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

‘Incredible hearts’

On the darkest night of the year, Chris Green shared the story of a man who changed his perspective during his first week working with the homeless in Coeur d’Alene, some 15 years ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC to cut athletics budget by $1.8 million

On top of eliminating the men’s and women’s golf teams, North Idaho College will cut the budgets of all remaining sports programs in an effort to reduce athletics spending by about $1.8 million over the next two years.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC to cut athletics budget by $1.8 million

On top of eliminating the men’s and women’s golf teams, North Idaho College will cut the budgets of all remaining sports programs in an effort to reduce athletics spending by about $1.8 million over the next two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Sheriff: License plate readers don’t collect personal data

License plate readers don’t violate personal privacy. That was the message Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris shared with more than 50 people Tuesday night during a town hall meeting about license plate readers and related technology.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Washington man pleads guilty to child enticement

A Washington man faces up to 15 years in prison after authorities said he sent explicit messages and made plans to meet someone he believed to be a teen girl but who was really an undercover police officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Community gift keeps twins safe

Anyone who has cared for small children knows how fast they can be. Athol couple Megan and Derek Quaid experienced this firsthand in 2020 when they welcomed twins.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

NIC Patrol Academy celebrates 22 graduates

In his 31 years in law enforcement, Coeur d’Alene Police Chief Lee has witnessed some of the most gruesome and distressing things that exist in society.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Donations break down barriers for GED seekers

The Adult Education Center at North Idaho College is a place for fresh starts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: In recovery, single mom ‘grateful to be alive’

For years, while she was in the throes of addiction to alcohol, Sunnie Helling and her daughters lived with whoever would take them in. That changed after she entered the women’s recovery program at the Union Gospel Mission.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

$500K bail for accused I-90 shooter

A man who allegedly fired more than 40 rounds at vehicles traveling along I-90 near Post Falls Monday night is in jail on $500,000 bail.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

NIC Patrol Academy celebrates 22 graduates

In his 31 years in law enforcement, Coeur d’Alene Police Chief Lee has witnessed some of the most gruesome and distressing things that exist in society.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Man gets prison for rape of teen

A man convicted of raping a teen girl will spend up to 25 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Man gets prison after hitting detective with vehicle in Post Falls

A man who had a standoff with police after crashing into a patrol vehicle last summer will spend up to 20 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

$500K bail for accused I-90 shooter

A man who allegedly fired more than 40 rounds at vehicles traveling along I-90 near Post Falls Monday night is in jail on $500,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hayden man gets prison for child sexual exploitation

A Hayden man will spend up to 15 years in prison for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Continuous Composites sued for $7 million

3D manufacturer denies allegation of unpaid legal bills
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College to cut golf program

College says cutting program will save $600k.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene man gets 30 years for voyeurism

A man prosecutors described as “the epitome of a wolf in sheep’s clothing” will spend up to 30 years in prison after he secretly recorded nude videos of children and adults.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

NIC property tax line items, explained

Line items labeled “judgement” and “tort” that appear on property tax notices this year aren’t related to any lawsuits at North Idaho College, NIC and Kootenai County officials confirmed Wednesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College to cut golf program

College says cutting program will save $600k.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with child sexual exploitation

Police arrested a man who allegedly used a hidden camera to film a teen in the bathroom.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: After homelessness, single mom rises above

After working hard to overcome mental health struggles and addiction, Brittany Selle, 38, was in a stable place with her five children and her longtime partner. Then, nearly three years ago, her world flipped on its head.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

State Public Defender seeks more funding for 2025

The office of the State Public Defender will ask Idaho legislators to approve more than $16 million in supplementary funding for the coming fiscal year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Press Christmas for All: Widow rebuilds after tragedy

Life can change in an instant, but even after tragedy, there’s a path forward.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

‘A completely different life’: Mental Health Court uplifts Kootenai County residents

While people across the country prepared for Thanksgiving, a group in Kootenai County recently gathered to share a special celebration of their own.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

NIC Center for New Directions supports single parents

The Center for New Directions at NIC helps single parents, displaced homemakers and career pioneers in North Idaho to chart a new path in life.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

Press Christmas for All cheers on single mom

When Sidney Hammond went through a divorce, she felt cut adrift. After being a stay-at-home mom for years, she found herself raising a family alone.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

NIC board tackles legal bills, athletics budget

North Idaho College trustees took unanimous action Wednesday night to seek new legal counsel, review the scope of the athletics program and address the numerous votes of no confidence the board has received from staff, faculty and student groups.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

Former Hauser treasurer sentenced for embezzlement

A former treasurer for the city of Hauser and former finance director for the city of Rathdrum is on probation for embezzling money from a youth sports league.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with child sexual abuse

A man is in jail on $250,000 bail after police said he sexually abused a girl over a period of several years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

NIC board tackles legal bills, athletics budget

North Idaho College trustees took unanimous action Wednesday night to seek new legal counsel, review the scope of the athletics program and address the numerous votes of no confidence the board has received from staff, faculty and student groups.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

State Public Defender seeks more funding for 2025

The office of the State Public Defender will ask Idaho legislators to approve more than $16 million in supplementary funding for the coming fiscal year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

New North Idaho College trustees to be sworn in

Fresh off winning their elections, North Idaho College’s new trustees met with their counterparts on the board and college leadership Tuesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

New North Idaho College trustees to be sworn in

Fresh off winning their elections, North Idaho College’s new trustees met with their counterparts on the board and college leadership Tuesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with witness intimidation

A man is in jail on $150,000 bail after police said he battered a woman, then tried to intimidate her.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County cases stall as public defender shortage takes hold

As a shortage of public defenders continues to strain North Idaho’s legal system, Kootenai County’s top public defender says there’s no end in sight.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Man jailed for attempted strangulation

A man accused of choking and threatening to kill a woman is in jail on $100,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County commissioners approve fairgrounds agreement

Kootenai County commissioners approved an agreement this week that could give voters the final say about whether the fairgrounds move within the next 20 years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

School district leaders appeal for longer levy terms

Some of North Idaho’s K-12 education leaders implored lawmakers to consider changing the terms of supplemental levies, allowing voters to approve terms longer than two years.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

NIC eyes emergency vehicle training facility

In Idaho, police recruits are required to complete a minimum of 40 hours of emergency vehicle operations course training, plus an additional four hours of training every two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

School district leaders appeal for longer levy terms

Some of North Idaho’s K-12 education leaders implored lawmakers to consider changing the terms of supplemental levies, allowing voters to approve terms longer than two years.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

‘To the end of our days’: Hayden's Distinguished Veteran remembers Vietnam

2024 Distinguished Veteran recalls life-changing Vietnam experience
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

As legislators descend on Coeur d'Alene, school district leaders appeal for longer levy terms

Some of North Idaho’s K-12 education leaders implored lawmakers to consider changing the terms of supplemental levies, allowing voters to approve terms longer than two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

VET: Bill Brooks: Still in your corner

For many Kootenai County residents, commissioner and former “Consumer Guy” columnist Bill Brooks is a familiar face.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

$500K bail for accused stalker

A man accused of repeatedly violating a no contact order is being held on $500,000.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Woman charged with animal cruelty

A woman who allegedly abandoned two dogs inside her home without food or water for a month is facing criminal charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

‘Save NIC’ candidates sweep trustee race

Durbin, Knudtsen, Havercroft elected
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

‘Save NIC’ candidates sweep trustee race

Durbin, Knudtsen, Havercroft elected
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho rejects Prop 1

Idaho voters roundly rejected Proposition 1 Tuesday night, a ballot initiative that would’ve opened Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implemented ranked choice voting in general elections.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho rejects Prop 1

Idaho voters roundly rejected Proposition 1 Tuesday night, a ballot initiative that would’ve opened Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implemented ranked choice voting in general elections.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Knudtsen, Durbin, Havercroft claim NIC trustee seats

Three new trustees will take their places on the NIC board after the results were tallied in Tuesday night's race. The full slate of 74 Kootenai County precincts reported the results Wednesday morning, with Rick Durbin, Eve Knudtsen and Mary Havercroft scoring wins.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Duncan wins commissioner race

Republican incumbent Leslie Duncan was well ahead of independent challenger Roger Rowland in the race for Kootenai County Commissioner District 3 Tuesdsay night, based on early voting results.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Election Day is here

It’s Election Day, North Idaho — and it’s shaping up to be a big one.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Proposition 1 could reshape Idaho elections

The fiercest battle in Idaho politics this November may not be the presidential race or any of the legislative races happening across the state.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County faces public defender shortage

In the month since Idaho’s new public defense system went into effect, some indigent defendants in Kootenai County have appeared in court with no specific public defender to represent them.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Latest NIC accreditation report: Progress made, but college not out of woods yet

Governance has improved at North Idaho College, according to a new report, but accreditors caution that the improvements may not last.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Latest NIC accreditation report: Progress made, but college not out of woods yet

Governance has improved at North Idaho College, according to a new report, but accreditors caution that the improvements may not last.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho voter turnout soars ahead of Nov. 5

As the number of early and absentee ballots cast for the Nov. 5 general election surpasses the total ballots cast statewide in the May primary election, voter turnout in Kootenai County is already breaking records.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Continuous Composites wins $25 million patent infringement settlement

3D manufacturing company Continuous Composites will receive a $25 million settlement from another manufacturer for patent infringement, according to a settlement and patent license agreement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC awaits site visit report

North Idaho College will soon receive a final report from the accreditation evaluators who visited campus last week.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

NIC awaits site visit report

North Idaho College will soon receive a final report from the accreditation evaluators who visited campus last week.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls man charged with child sexual exploitation

A Post Falls man is in jail after police said they caught him with hundreds of files depicting child sexual abuse.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

NIC awaits site visit report

North Idaho College will soon receive a final report from the accreditation evaluators who visited campus last week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County sheriff sued for defamation

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman has filed a lawsuit against Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris and the county government, alleging that Norris defamed her at a campaign event.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Washington man charged with attempted child sexual abuse

A Washington man is in jail after police said he sent explicit messages and made plans to meet someone he believed to be a teen girl but who was really an undercover police officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Hayden man jailed for fatal crash

A Hayden man who pleaded guilty to causing a head-on crash that killed a family will serve time in jail and may be ordered to pay support for the surviving children of the victims.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hayden man jailed for fatal crash

A Hayden man who pleaded guilty to causing a head-on crash that killed a family will serve time in jail and may be ordered to pay support for the surviving children of the victims.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

St. Maries man pleads guilty to rape, faces more charges

A St. Maries man who pleaded guilty to raping a teen girl now faces additional charges for allegedly raping a different girl.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with illegal elk killing

Prosecutors said a local man killed an elk using illegal means and then tried to hide the evidence.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County proclaims support for veteran caregivers

Kootenai County commissioners issued a proclamation Tuesday recognizing the “hidden heroes” who provide caregiving for veterans.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Contributions fuel Kootenai County election campaigns

Candidates and political action committees are pulling in — and spending — serious cash in Kootenai County’s most competitive races.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

One last chance: North Idaho College faces final site visit

This week, a team from North Idaho College’s accreditor will visit campus for the last time before NIC’s deadline to return to good standing.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

One last chance: North Idaho College faces final site visit

This week, a team from North Idaho College’s accreditor will visit campus for the last time before NIC’s deadline to return to good standing.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples

After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples

After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples

After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Gizmo pottery fundraiser set for Oct. 19

Community members are invited to go “bowl-istic” next weekend at Gizmo-CDA.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Election mailers stir conflict within Kootenai County GOP

With 25 days left until the general election that could shift the balance of power on North Idaho College’s board of trustees, some Kootenai County Republican Central Committee members say the local GOP has sent “misleading” mailers to their constituents, causing confusion over which candidates they really support.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged with rape attempt

A man is in jail after police said he sexually assaulted his caretaker.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cities take pass on Kootenai County public transit proposal

City leaders don’t appear keen to embrace a joint powers agreement for local public transit proposed by Kootenai County Commissioner Bruce Mattare.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Former CLN trustees, Kootenai County GOP settle lawsuit

More than a year after two former Community Library Network trustees sued the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee and several of its members for defamation, the matter has been resolved.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

$8.9 million maximum cost set for Kootenai County jail expansion

The completion of two dormitory pods at the Kootenai County jail will cost a maximum of $8.9 million, according to contractor Sletten Construction Company.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Police: Coeur d’Alene man pointed BB gun at children

A man accused of threatening three children with a BB gun is in jail.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hanford nuclear waste could pass through North Idaho

Edward Dawson, Hanford Site spokesman for the U.S. Department of Energy, told The Press via email on Thursday that the DOE has not yet released the transportation route.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Police: Coeur d’Alene man pointed BB gun at children

A man accused of threatening three children with a BB gun is in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Hayden couple to stand trial for alleged attack on neighbors

A husband and wife accused of attacking their neighbors are headed for trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Hanford nuclear waste could pass through North Idaho

Edward Dawson, Hanford Site spokesman for the U.S. Department of Energy, told The Press via email on Thursday that the DOE has not yet released the transportation route.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Talks continue for Kootenai County fairgrounds agreement

Fair administrators and Kootenai County Commissioners are still working out an agreement to keep the fairgrounds at the current site for the foreseeable future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

New Post Office plan could add delays to rural North Idaho deliveries

Area members of the American Postal Workers Union will gather at noon in Spokane, in coordination with fellow postal workers across the country, to demand “better staffing, improved service and a fair contract that recognizes the essential role of postal workers” in communities, according to a news release.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Proposed aquifer chemical rules move forward at Kootenai County

Kootenai County moved one step closer this week to authorizing Panhandle Health District to enforce rules about how businesses located over the Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer handle chemicals.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC trustee candidates face community at forum

With three of the five seats on North Idaho College’s nonpartisan board of trustees up for election Nov. 5, Kootenai County voters could shift the balance of power.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene surgeon pleads not guilty to voyeurism

The case of an orthopedic surgeon accused of hiding a camera in a staff bathroom at his medical office is headed for trial early next year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College trustee candidates face community at forum

With three of the five seats on North Idaho College’s nonpartisan board of trustees up for election Nov. 5, Kootenai County voters could shift the balance of power.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Man imprisoned for assault of sleeping woman

A man who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a sleeping woman received a prison sentence.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC celebrates surgical technology program milestone

Program will be accredited through 2034
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County absentee ballot requests high

Thousands of Kootenai County voters have requested absentee ballots a head of the May 5 general election and there’s still time to request one.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Dual enrollment surges at North Idaho College

Overall enrollment up 15% this fall
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

No charges in CDA slur incident

City prosecutors declined to pursue charges against a man who admitted to hurling racist slurs at youth soccer players during a May 12 tournament, according to public records obtained by The Press.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

No charges for man who yelled slurs at youth soccer team

City prosecutors declined to pursue charges against a man who admitted to hurling racist slurs at youth soccer players during a May 12 tournament, according to public records obtained by The Press.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Dual enrollment surges at North Idaho College

Overall enrollment up 15% this fall
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Dual enrollment surges at North Idaho College

Overall enrollment up 15% this fall
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Court upholds Idaho voter ID requirements

A federal judge has upheld an Idaho law eliminating student identification as a valid form of voter ID.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty to secretly recording nude videos

A man is in jail after pleading guilty to secretly recording nude videos of children and adults.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Commissioners, assessor spar over personnel policy

Kootenai County elected officials sparred Thursday over reports that Assessor Bèla Kovacs may have improperly disciplined an employee.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Court upholds Idaho voter ID requirements

A federal judge has upheld an Idaho law eliminating student identification as a valid form of voter ID.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Deputy fatally shoots two dogs in Post Falls

A Kootenai County sheriff’s deputy shot and killed two dogs that allegedly attacked him Wednesday, according to the sheriff’s office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Election staff: Voters should check registration before Nov. 5

Some Kootenai County electors have received notice that their voter registration status has been challenged.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene student suspended after threatening to 'shoot up the school'

For the second time this month, a Lakes Middle School student has been suspended for allegedly threatening to “shoot up the school,” according to the Coeur d’Alene Police Department.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Man pleads guilty to secretly recording nude videos

A man is in jail after pleading guilty to secretly recording nude videos of children and adults.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Man arrested again after domestic violence charges

A Post Falls man accused of beating and choking a woman is in jail after he reportedly failed to appear in court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Man charged in road rage incident

A man is facing a felony charge for allegedly hitting someone with his vehicle during a road rage incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Duncan drops out of North Idaho College race

Kootenai County Commissioner Leslie Duncan dropped out of the race for North Idaho College Trustee Zone 5 Friday, meaning she is now solely running for reelection to her county seat.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man charged in Hayden road rage incident

A man is facing a felony charge for allegedly hitting someone with his vehicle during a road rage incident.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

‘A critical moment’: NIC trustees speak out before Nov. 5 election

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of voters.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Open primaries initiative will be on November ballot, judge rules

An initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections will appear on the November ballot, a judge ruled Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

‘A critical moment’: North Idaho College trustees speak out before Nov. 5 election

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of voters.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Open primaries initiative will be on November ballot, judge rules

An initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections will appear on the November ballot, a judge ruled Thursday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Open primaries initiative will be on November ballot, judge rules

An initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections will appear on the November ballot, a judge ruled Thursday.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Open primaries initiative will appear on November ballot, judge rules

An initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections will appear on the November ballot, a judge ruled Thursday morning.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Open primaries initiative will appear on November ballot, judge rules

An initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections will appear on the November ballot, a judge ruled Thursday morning.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man jailed for assault of sleeping woman

A man who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a sleeping woman is in jail while he waits to be sentenced.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County will weigh jail impact fees

Kootenai County residents may soon have an opportunity to weigh in on proposed impact fees to support the jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Crews battle County Line Fire near Worley

A fire started about two miles northwest of Plummer on Saturday morning, prompting evacuations that were rescinded by early evening.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Class action filed after Kootenai Health data breach

Kootenai Health allegedly failed to protect the personally identifiable information and personal health information of patients, resulting in a large data breach that put patients at risk of fraud or identity theft, according to a proposed federal class action filed against the hospital.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Local rat rodder revs up for competition

For as long as he can remember, Brent Lundquist has lived and breathed cars.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College releases special report to accreditor

North Idaho College published a special report to its accreditor Friday, asking for reduced sanctions.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC releases special report to accreditor

North Idaho College published a special report to its accreditor Friday, asking for reduced sanctions.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners approve $131 million budget

Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to approve the county’s fiscal year 2025 budget, which includes levying 2% more taxes.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

NIC board facing scrutiny from accreditor

As North Idaho College prepares for an October site visit from its accreditor, the issues of board governance and trustee behavior loom large.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls man gets prison for child sexual exploitation

A man who possessed and created child sexual abuse material will spend decades in federal prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

NIC celebrates increased enrollment

North Idaho College administrators touted increased enrollment numbers Wednesday night, saying this is the first year since 2011 that NIC has seen significant increases in every major enrollment category.
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North Idaho College board will face scrutiny from accreditor

As North Idaho College prepares for an October site visit from its accreditor, the issues of board governance and trustee behavior loom large.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

Local rat rodder revs up for competition

For as long as he can remember, Brent Lundquist has lived and breathed cars.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

Open hearts, open wings

After osprey killing, Avondale community welcomes Birds of Prey Northwest.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College enrollment rises for fall semester

Overall enrollment is up 7.4% over last year. In the career and technical education category, enrollment is up 34.9% for first-time students over this time last year, according to NIC.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

Wish comes true: After cancer diagnosis, Post Falls girl receives horse

After cancer diagnosis, Post Falls girl receives horse
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‘Recovery is possible’: Idaho State Police celebrate diversion program graduate

For a person recovering from substance use disorder, a year of sobriety is made up of countless moments of courage and resilience.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

Drag performer may collect $1.1 million judgment against Post Falls blogger

A Post Falls resident may begin collecting a $1.1 million judgement against the blogger who defamed him, a judge ruled Wednesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hayden man fined for killing osprey

A Hayden man who shot and killed an osprey with a pellet gun will pay fines and spend time on probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

‘We’re in the ascendency’

Local Democrats who traveled to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention said they’re feeling a sense of unity and strength.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County officials debate shifting liability for public transit to cities

Kootenai County commissioners are likely to propose an agreement with cities that would make it difficult for the county’s public transit system to connect with Spokane in the future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

‘We’re in the ascendency’

Local Democrats who traveled to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention said they’re feeling a sense of unity and strength.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

North Idaho College enrollment rises for fall semester

Overall enrollment is up 7.4% over last year. In the career and technical education category, enrollment is up 34.9% for first-time students over this time last year, according to NIC.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

The defense rests: Kootenai attorneys warn of looming crisis

County may face public defender shortage
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

The defense rests: Kootenai attorneys warn of looming crisis

County may face public defender shortage
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hayden man charged with felony domestic battery

A Hayden man is in jail after he allegedly attacked a woman in front of her children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene man who fired gun during altercation gets 45 days in jail

A man who fired a gun during an altercation with his neighbor is serving a jail sentence.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Feds: Coeur d’Alene man convicted of obtaining $1.5 million through wire fraud

A federal jury convicted a local man this week for a multimillion-dollar accounts receivable factoring scheme.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

University district proposal will go to Coeur d’Alene City Council

City planning and zoning commissioners unanimously recommended this week that the city council create a “university zoning district” encompassing North Idaho College’s campus.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho Supreme Court rejects open primaries challenge

The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s challenge to a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections, saying the matter must first be addressed by a lower court.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County aims to improve tax correction transparency

Kootenai County staff have asked commissioners change how they approach tax cancellations and value corrections for prior years in order to communicate when those changes impact taxing districts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho Supreme Court rejects open primaries challenge

The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s challenge to a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections, saying the matter must first be addressed by a lower court.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho Supreme Court rejects open primaries challenge

The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s challenge to a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections, saying the matter must first be addressed by a lower court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Duncan announces candidacy for North Idaho College board

Kootenai County Commissioner Leslie Duncan announced her candidacy for North Idaho College Trustee Zone 5.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Liquor revenues drop, creating hole in Kootenai County's budget

Kootenai County commissioners looked to trim about $19,000 from the budget for fiscal year 2025 after the county’s share of liquor revenues fell short of expectations.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Duncan announces candidacy for North Idaho College board

Kootenai County Commissioner Leslie Duncan announced her candidacy for North Idaho College Trustee Zone 5.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Funding gap leaves vulnerable seniors wait-listed for vital meal service

Lake City Center provides a lifeline to hundreds of local seniors through its home-delivered meals program.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Pair charged with trafficking fentanyl, cocaine

Police arrested two Washington residents Thursday night who allegedly possessed more than 800 fentanyl pills.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Risch: Presidential election is ‘anybody’s ball game’

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, R-Idaho, has seen his share of political races play out.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Risch: Presidential election is ‘anybody’s ball game’

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, R-Idaho, has seen his share of political races play out.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Blogger ordered to pay $25K in costs for defamation case

A Post Falls blogger found liable for defamation must pay about $25,000 in costs associated with the case, in addition to the $1.1 million judgement.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Blogger ordered to pay $25K in costs for defamation case

A Post Falls blogger found liable for defamation must pay about $25,000 in costs associated with the case, in addition to the $1.1 million judgement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls blogger ordered to pay $25K in costs for defamation case

A Post Falls blogger found liable for defamation must pay about $25,000 in costs associated with the case, in addition to the $1.1 million judgement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls blogger requests stay of $1.1 million judgment

The Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has asked the court to stay the enforcement of a $1.1 million judgment against her while she appeals, saying she’s unable to pay.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls blogger requests stay of $1.1 million judgment

The Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has asked the court to stay the enforcement of a $1.1 million judgment against her while she appeals, saying she’s unable to pay.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls blogger requests stay of $1.1 million judgment

The Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has asked the court to stay the enforcement of a $1.1 million judgment against her while she appeals, saying she’s unable to pay.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man arrested on $100K DUI warrant

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after he was charged with driving under the influence for the third time in two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls man charged with stalking

A man accused of stalking his ex and sharing intimate photos of her is in jail and facing felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

St. Maries man charged with rape

A St. Maries man is in jail after police said he raped a teen girl.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners eye $131M budget

Kootenai County commissioners agreed Thursday to publish a $131 million budget for fiscal year 2025, about $10 million lower than the previous year’s budget, and signaled they intend to take a tax increase just shy of 2%.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Former Kootenai County employee sentenced in drug scheme

The former division chief of logistics for the Kootenai County EMS System received a probation sentence this week after he pleaded guilty to carrying out a drug diversion scheme.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners nix voter guide advisory question

Two out of three Kootenai County commissioners rejected a request this week to put an advisory question on the ballot regarding a state-issued voter guide.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners debate public transit funding

Kootenai County commissioners will consider whether the county’s funding for public transit services should come from fund balance or be levied.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County board prefers alternative to fairgrounds lease

Kootenai County commissioners fielded questions from the public about the county’s future at a town hall meeting Tuesday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Investigation continues after gunshots, house fire

Police are investigating the circumstances that led to a man’s death inside a burning house Sunday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Coeur d'Alene kennel shut down after dog’s death

Investigation is ongoing
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

NIC responds to Rumpler lawsuit

North Idaho College has denied allegations of wrongful discharge and retaliation leveled by a former employee.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Investigation continues after gunshots, house fire

Police are investigating the circumstances that led to a man’s death inside a burning house Sunday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

NIC responds to Rumpler lawsuit

North Idaho College has denied allegations of wrongful discharge and retaliation leveled by a former employee.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Men charged with trafficking cocaine

Police arrested five local men Thursday on charges related to illegal drugs, three of whom are accused of trafficking cocaine, according to the Coeur d’Alene Police Department.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County budget could hinge on employee pay boost

Pay for county employees may be a sticking point for Kootenai County commissioners as they circle closer to approving a budget for fiscal year 2025.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County updates barking dog ordinance

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously this week to amend the county’s ordinance on barking dogs, making it more specific.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners eye 2.5% pay increase for employees

Kootenai County commissioners agreed this week to balance the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025 with the assumption of a 3% tax increase, but it’s not yet clear how much of an increase Kootenai County taxpayers will actually see.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Plea deal likely in Coeur d'Alene voyeurism case

A man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge pleaded not guilty to all charges Tuesday, though his legal counsel indicated that a plea deal is likely.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Plea deal likely in Coeur d'Alene voyeurism case

A man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge pleaded not guilty to all charges Tuesday, though his legal counsel indicated that a plea deal is likely.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Woman files intent to sue Kootenai County sheriff

A woman is seeking more than $500,000 in damages from Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris after she said he defamed her at a campaign event.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d’Alene surgeon to proceed

The civil lawsuit against an orthopedic surgeon accused of hiding a camera in a staff bathroom at his medical office will proceed, a Kootenai County judge ruled Thursday.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai fairgrounds master plan unveiled

North Idaho State Fair leadership unveiled a $280 million master plan to rejuvenate and expand the fairgrounds Monday, though they cautioned that it won’t come to fruition unless Kootenai County commissioners agree to a long-term lease for the fairgrounds.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Hidden crisis': North Idaho needs foster parents

When Tali Nichols was a 21-year-old newlywed, she didn’t plan to have children for a few years, maybe not until after she finished her degree in elementary education.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Hidden crisis': North Idaho needs foster parents

When Tali Nichols was a 21-year-old newlywed, she didn’t plan to have children for a few years, maybe not until after she finished her degree in elementary education.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d’Alene surgeon to proceed

The civil lawsuit against an orthopedic surgeon accused of hiding a camera in a staff bathroom at his medical office will proceed, a Kootenai County judge ruled Thursday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d’Alene man charged in alleged stabbing

A man is facing felony charges after he allegedly stabbed his former roommate.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Hidden crisis': North Idaho needs foster parents

When Tali Nichols was a 21-year-old newlywed, she didn’t plan to have children for a few years, maybe not until after she finished her degree in elementary education.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d’Alene surgeon to proceed

The civil lawsuit against an orthopedic surgeon accused of hiding a camera in a staff bathroom at his medical office will proceed, a Kootenai County judge ruled Thursday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d’Alene surgeon to proceed

The civil lawsuit against an orthopedic surgeon accused of hiding a camera in a staff bathroom at his medical office will proceed, a Kootenai County judge ruled Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Post Falls blogger appeals defamation decision

A Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has not yet paid anything toward the $1.1 million judgement awarded to the drag performer she falsely accused of exposing himself during Pride in the Park 2022, according to court records, while post-judgement interest piles up.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Washington man arrested in connection with overdose death

Police arrested two brothers on drug related-charges Wednesday, one of whom allegedly provided the illegal pills that caused a fatal overdose earlier in the day, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hayden couple charged with attacking neighbors

Police arrested a Hayden couple Wednesday night after an altercation in which the husband allegedly pointed a loaded gun at his neighbors and the wife grabbed her neighbor by the throat.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Post Falls blogger appeals defamation decision

A Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has not yet paid anything toward the $1.1 million judgement awarded to the drag performer she falsely accused of exposing himself during Pride in the Park 2022, according to court records, while post-judgement interest piles up.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Post Falls blogger appeals defamation decision

A Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has not yet paid anything toward the $1.1 million judgement awarded to the drag performer she falsely accused of exposing himself during Pride in the Park 2022, according to court records, while post-judgement interest piles up.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene man jailed again for failure to update sex offender information

For the second time in two months, a local man has been arrested for allegedly failing to update his information on the sex offender registry.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Voyeurism case proceeds against N. Idaho man

The case of a man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge has been referred to the district court for further action.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative qualifies for November ballot

In November, voters will decide whether to approve a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to allow voters and created a ranked-choice voting system for general elections.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Voyeurism case proceeds against N. Idaho man

The case of a man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge has been referred to the district court for further action.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Deputy injured, man jailed after Post Falls standoff

A man is being held on $250,000 bail after a standoff with police culminated in his arrest Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene man charged under law aimed at AI-generated child sexual abuse material

A Coeur d’Alene man is the first to be charged under Idaho’s new law aimed at AI-generated of child sexual abuse.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Appellate court rules mostly against Hayden Christmas display

An appellate court ruling has cleared the path for a possible new trial in the years-long legal battle between a former Hayden couple and a homeowners association.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative qualifies for November ballot

In November, voters will decide whether to approve a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to allow voters and created a ranked-choice voting system for general elections.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Community discusses fair’s future at town hall

The Kootenai County Fairgrounds play a significant role in the area’s economy, to the tune of $30 million in economic output in 2022 alone.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative qualifies for November ballot

In November, voters will decide whether to approve a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to allow voters and created a ranked-choice voting system for general elections.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hayden man jailed for possessing child sexual abuse material

A man who admitted to possessing more than 800 videos of child sexual abuse material is in jail on $250,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Voyeurism case proceeds against Coeur d'Alene man

The case of a man accused of recording nude videos of children and adults without their knowledge has been referred to the district court for further action.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Public records lawsuit against Post Falls Police Department proceeds

A lawsuit filed by an incarcerated man asking the court to compel the Post Falls Police Department to disclose certain records will proceed, a Kootenai County judge ruled Tuesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Charting new waters, North Idaho College prepares for life without accreditation

North Idaho College trustees agreed this week on how to prepare for a worst-case scenario where the college loses accreditation next spring, though administrators are optimistic it won’t come to that.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

In the garden: 2024 Coeur d’Alene Garden Tour delights

Charise Maynes Felker beamed nearly as brightly as the afternoon sun as she welcomed hundreds of people to her garden Sunday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Charting new waters, North Idaho College prepares for life without accreditation

North Idaho College trustees agreed this week on how to prepare for a worst-case scenario where the college loses accreditation next spring, though administrators are optimistic it won’t come to that.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

16 people sue Coeur d'Alene surgeon over camera in bathroom

Spencer Greendyke, 68, is charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of a child by preparation of sexually exploitative material and eight counts of video voyeurism, all felonies.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Weeklong heat wave crashes into North Idaho

Multiple triple-digit days are in the forecast, with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to reach 100 degrees and 101 degrees, respectively.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man gets 10 years in prison for child injury

A man will spend up to a decade in prison after pleading guilty to “having sexual intercourse” with minor girls.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Week-long heat wave crashes into North Idaho

Multiple triple-digit days are in the forecast, with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to reach 100 degrees and 101 degrees, respectively.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

ISP: Reported crime drops statewide

Kootenai County sees small increase.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners approve ‘family split’ exemption

Kootenai County Commissioners voted unanimously this week to approve a new category of exempt divisions of land, allowing families to divide land, under certain conditions, without requiring a subdivision.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Police investigate mail theft

Authorities are investigating after checks believed to be stolen from Kootenai County mailboxes were cashed out of state.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Supreme Court allows emergency abortions in Idaho, for now

After the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling Thursday allowing Idaho hospitals to provide emergency abortions — for now, under narrow constraints — the debate over abortion access in Idaho reached downtown Coeur d’Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College enrollment rising

Summer enrollment is up at North Idaho College and the rising numbers bode well for the fall.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County officials debate alleged data breach

Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs told commissioners that a county employee is responsible for a data breach in late April, though IT staff pushed back against the notion that any breach occurred.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County officials debate alleged data breach

Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs told commissioners that a county employee is responsible for a data breach in late April, though IT staff pushed back against the notion that any breach occurred.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College enrollment rising

Summer enrollment is up at North Idaho College and the rising numbers bode well for the fall.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Idaho Democratic Convention held in Moscow

Hundreds of Democrats from across Idaho traveled to Moscow this weekend for the Idaho Democratic Party State Convention, held at the University of Idaho.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners consider employee wage increase

Kootenai County commissioners will weigh pay increases for county employees as part the budgeting process for fiscal year 2025.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Man gets prison for injury to child

A man who sexually abused a teen girl will spend time in an Idaho prison before facing deportation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Idaho Democratic Convention held in Moscow

Hundreds of Democrats from across Idaho traveled to Moscow this weekend for the Idaho Democratic Party State Convention, held at the University of Idaho.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Idaho Democratic Convention held in Moscow

Hundreds of Democrats from across Idaho traveled to Moscow this weekend for the Idaho Democratic Party State Convention, held at the University of Idaho.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Town hall will address fair’s future

Community members are invited to learn about the history of Kootenai County fairgrounds and weigh in on its future at a town hall meeting in July.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Not forgotten in North Idaho: Brian Shookman

Since he disappeared without a trace July 28, 2012 in Kellogg, there has been no sign of Brian Shookman.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Not forgotten in North Idaho: Brian Shookman

Since he disappeared without a trace July 28, 2012 in Kellogg, there has been no sign of Brian Shookman.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d’Alene man sentenced to prison for voyeurism, sexual battery

A man who admitted to sexually assaulting and photographing a sleeping woman will spend up to six years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Juneteenth honored in Coeur d’Alene

When Kitara Johnson-Jones arrived at the Human Rights Education Institute in downtown Coeur d’Alene and saw the “Love Lives Here” sign out front, she felt excited.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Community partnership barbecue Saturday

The public can meet local first responders and get a close look at equipment like a helicopter and SWAT vehicle at a community partnership barbeque this weekend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai County to authorize Panhandle Health District to enforce aquifer chemical rules

Kootenai County commissioners will consider authorizing Panhandle Health District to enforce rules about how businesses located over the Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer handle chemicals.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Moon reelected Idaho GOP chair

Republican party platform opposes higher ed funding
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Moon reelected Idaho GOP Chair, party now opposes funding higher education

Republican party platform opposes higher ed funding
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Moon reelected Idaho GOP Chair, party now opposes funding higher education

Republican party platform opposes higher ed funding
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Bingham County delegates rejected at Idaho GOP convention

One of Idaho’s 44 counties won’t be represented in the Idaho GOP Convention after Bingham County’s delegates were excluded Friday, ostensibly because the Bingham County Republican Central Committee has not paid dues to the state party.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Bingham County delegates rejected at Idaho GOP convention

One of Idaho’s 44 counties won’t be represented in the Idaho GOP Convention after Bingham County’s delegates were excluded Friday, ostensibly because the Bingham County Republican Central Committee has not paid dues to the state party.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho GOP convention kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

Republicans from all of Idaho’s 44 counties converged on Coeur d’Alene Thursday for the kickoff of the Idaho Republican State Convention.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Idaho GOP convention kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

Republicans from all of Idaho’s 44 counties converged on Coeur d’Alene Thursday for the kickoff of the Idaho Republican State Convention.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai first responders, school staff practice active shooter scenario

The scene unfolding at Timberlake High School was a simulated mass shooting, designed to give first responders, school staff and community members a chance to practice what to do in a realistic emergency scenario.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Sheriff's office looks to grow in remodeled Kootenai North building

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office aims to complete its move to the Kootenai North facility in Hayden by summer’s end.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Poorman named magistrate judge

Tristan Poorman is the newest magistrate judge for the First Judicial District, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ross Pittman’s appointment to the Kootenai County District Court bench.
SHOSHONE NEWS-PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Poorman named magistrate judge

Tristan Poorman is the newest magistrate judge for the First Judicial District, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ross Pittman’s appointment to the Kootenai County District Court bench.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd'A man accused of recording nude videos

He is in jail on $500,000 bail.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Rathdrum man accused of Jan. 6 crimes

A federal judge signed a warrant for the arrest of a Rathdrum man for his alleged involvement in events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County: Nearly 7,000 tax assessment notices are wrong

Commercial property owners in Kootenai County can expect to receive corrected assessment notices after a database error led to many inaccurate commercial assessments being mailed to taxpayers.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d’Alene man accused of secretly recording nude videos at bank, gym, home

He is in jail on $500,000 bail.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Rathdrum man accused of Jan. 6 crimes

A federal judge signed a warrant for the arrest of a Rathdrum man for his alleged involvement in events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

N. Idaho man accused of Jan. 6 crimes

A federal judge signed a warrant for the arrest of a Rathdrum man for his alleged involvement in events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Souza to run for Idaho GOP chair

Mary Souza will run for the Idaho Republican Party chairmanship at the state convention next weekend in Coeur d’Alene.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Rathdrum man accused of Jan. 6 crimes

A federal judge signed a warrant for the arrest of a Rathdrum man for his alleged involvement in events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d’Alene man accused of secretly recording nude videos at bank, gym, home

He is in jail on $500,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Souza to run for Idaho GOP chair

Mary Souza will run for the Idaho Republican Party chairmanship at the state convention next weekend in Coeur d’Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d’Alene Tribal School administrator charged with drug possession

A Coeur d’Alene Tribal School administrator was arrested Monday on charges of possession of a controlled substance.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners look to cut $7-$9 million to balance budget

Kootenai County commissioners took a first look Tuesday at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County fairgrounds proposes 20-year lease

County commissioners will consider a multi-decade lease for the fairgrounds.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office proposes $50 million budget

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has unveiled a proposed budget for fiscal year 2025.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene celebrates Pride in the Park

Thousands celebrate Pride in the Park.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Former ISP trooper gets life sentence for murdering wife

A former Idaho State Police trooper will spend the rest of his life in prison for murdering his wife.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Jury awards $1.1 million to drag performer

A jury has awarded more than $1.1 million in damages to the drag performer who sued a blogger for defamation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Jury awards $1.1 million to drag performer

A jury has awarded more than $1.1 million in damages to the drag performer who sued a blogger for defamation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Jury awards $1.1 million to drag performer

A jury has awarded more than $1.1 million in damages to the drag performer who sued a blogger for defamation.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

UPDATED: Jury awards $1.1 million to drag performer

A jury has awarded more than $1.1 million in damages to the drag performer who sued a blogger for defamation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Defense rests in defamation case

The defense rested Thursday in the defamation trial of blogger Summer Bushnell.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

'Remorseless killer': Howard gets life sentence for wife’s murder

A former Idaho State Police trooper will spend the rest of his life in prison for murdering his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Defense rests in defamation case

The defense rested Thursday in the defamation trial of blogger Summer Bushnell.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene defamation trial continues

The videographer who edited footage of a drag performer and provided it to a blogger took the stand Wednesday in a defamation trial.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Former ISP trooper gets life sentence for murdering wife

A former Idaho State Police trooper will spend the rest of his life in prison for murdering his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene defamation trial: Videographer who provided blogger with images of drag performer takes the stand

The videographer who edited footage of a drag performer and provided it to a blogger took the stand Wednesday in a defamation trial.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene defamation trial: Videographer who provided blogger with images of drag performer takes the stand

The videographer who edited footage of a drag performer and provided it to a blogger took the stand Wednesday in a defamation trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Defamation trial begins for blogger sued by drag performer

Jurors watched two recordings of Posey’s performance, each taken from a slightly different vantage point.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

North Idaho College will drop appeal over Swayne reinstatement

North Idaho College trustees will drop an appeal to the Idaho Supreme Court over a Kootenai County judge’s decision to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Post Falls blogger testifies in defamation trial

A blogger on trial for defamation admitted in court Tuesday that she knew her claims that a drag performer exposed himself to a crowd in City Park were untrue.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Eberlein, Duncan win commissioner races

Marc Eberlein won the four-way Republican race for Kootenai County Commissioner District 1, retaking the seat he lost in 2016 to outgoing commissioner Bill Brooks.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Norris claims big win

Norris said he has developed a strong base that supports his efforts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Post Falls blogger testifies in defamation trial

A blogger on trial for defamation admitted in court Tuesday that she knew her claims that a drag performer exposed himself to a crowd in City Park were untrue.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

KCRCC maintains majority of precinct posts

The KCRCC faced numerous challenges from North Idaho Republicans for the precinct posts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Defamation trial begins for blogger sued by Coeur d'Alene drag performer

Jurors watched two recordings of Posey’s performance, each taken from a slightly different vantage point.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Defamation trial begins for blogger sued by Coeur d'Alene drag performer

Jurors watched two recordings of Posey’s performance, each taken from a slightly different vantage point.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hospitals agree to terminate deal amid antitrust probe

After an investigation into whether Kootenai Health and Syringa Hospital and Clinics in Grangeville may have violated Idaho’s antitrust law, Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced the hospitals signed a consent agreement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene forum tackles fentanyl crisis

No one is immune to dying or losing a loved one because of a fentanyl overdose.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Convicted killer goes on hunger strike in Kootenai County Jail

Court records indicate Howard had lost 50 pounds between March 15 and April 29.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hospitals agree to terminate deal amid antitrust probe

After an investigation into whether Kootenai Health and Syringa Hospital and Clinics in Grangeville may have violated Idaho’s antitrust law, Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced the hospitals signed a consent agreement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d’Alene man charged with sexual assault of sleeping woman

Police responded Tuesday evening to a reported sexual assault.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

From farm to table: Fifth graders experience agriculture at Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Smiles and laughter abounded Wednesday morning as human kids met goat kids.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

JB’s Restaurant closes

Restaurant appears to have shuttered.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Trial delayed a year for Coeur d’Alene teen with ISIS ties

The 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene resident accused of planning to attack local churches on behalf of ISIS is expected to stand trial next May.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Convicted killer goes on hunger strike in Kootenai County Jail

Court records indicate Howard had lost 50 pounds between March 15 and April 29.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Small races, big stakes: Precinct committee elections may shape Kootenai County’s politics

As the May 21 primary election approaches, Kootenai County residents may have noticed something they’ve never seen before: yard signs for Republican central committee candidates.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Local moms uplifted by North Idaho College Center for New Directions

Amanda Harris wears many hats: childcare worker, college student with plans to become a teacher, single mom of two great kids.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners weigh in on growth, housing

More than 100 people gathered Friday morning at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene in for the “state of the county” forum presented by the Joint Chamber Public Policy Committee.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Barn burns down in Coeur d’Alene

Barn was a total loss.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County veterans services highlighted at town hall

Thousands of veterans call North Idaho home.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College attorney bills approach $100K

Since his hiring last August, North Idaho College attorney Colton Boyles has billed NIC more than $98,000.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho College attorney bills approach $100K

Since his hiring last August, North Idaho College attorney Colton Boyles has billed NIC more than $98,000.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary supporters submit signatures

Supporters of the Idaho open primary ballot initiative have submitted more than 95,000 signatures to county clerks across the state.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary supporters submit signatures

Supporters of the Idaho open primary ballot initiative have submitted more than 95,000 signatures to county clerks across the state.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kootenai County marine deputies prepare for summer season

Three factors keep Kootenai County’s marine patrol deputies busy throughout the summer months: alcohol consumption on the water, inadequate boating safety education and few life jackets.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Gizmo to celebrate Star Wars Day on North Idaho College campus

Free community event May 4.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy students celebrate Law Day

Legal professionals share a little about their careers.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative made final stretch

Supporters of a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters made there final push to gather signatures before the May 1 deadline.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Spokane man gets prison for bloody attack in Coeur d’Alene

The crime occurred at a Coeur d'Alene motel.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Rathdrum man gets prison for vehicular manslaughter

Man pleads guilty to causing fatal crash.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative in final stretch

Supporters of a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters are making a final push to gather signatures before the May 1 deadline.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County absentee ballot requests high

Thousands of Kootenai County voters have requested absentee ballots ahead of the May 21 primary election and there’s still time to request one.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Idaho open primary initiative in final stretch

Supporters of a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters are making a final push to gather signatures before the May 1 deadline.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Teen arrested in Rathdrum for Las Vegas murder

Arrest made early Saturday morning.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Teen arrested in Rathdrum for Las Vegas murder

Arrest made early Saturday morning.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Lawsuit alleges Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office violated public records act

A Hayden resident has filed a lawsuit against the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and Bob Norris in his capacity as sheriff, asking the court to compel KCSO to disclose certain records.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Inland Northwest ‘ready’ for tech hub

The U.S. has reportedly fallen behind Europe and Asia in a race to manufacture thermoplastic composites that will be needed for next-generation aircraft, but a proposed manufacturing center could propel the Inland Northwest to the forefront of aerospace manufacturing.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

NIC unveils proposed FY2025 budget

North Idaho College trustees took a first look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025 and examined options for how to cover an anticipated net deficit of $5.2 million.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Swayne wins $29K in attorney fees

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to pay President Nick Swayne’s attorney fees after he successfully sued NIC for a copy of an investigative report that had been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Swayne wins $29K in attorney fees

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to pay President Nick Swayne’s attorney fees after he successfully sued NIC for a copy of an investigative report that had been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Free law clinic May 1

Community members with family law questions can get free advice from local lawyers and law students next week at a Law Day clinic.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

North Idaho College trustees weigh $4 million athletics budget increase

North Idaho College trustees are considering a proposed $4 million increase to the athletics budget, but it’s unclear how the college would pay for the increase.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

‘Perfect the way they are’

The sounds of laughter and upbeat music filled the air as more than 200 people, including many people with autism and their loved ones, gathered Saturday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for the Walk for Autism Acceptance.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

‘Perfect the way they are’

The sounds of laughter and upbeat music filled the air as more than 200 people, including many people with autism and their loved ones, gathered Saturday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for the Walk for Autism Acceptance.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Cd’A celebrates Earth Day

Clear skies, blooming trees and Tubbs Hill standing in the distance were testaments to the beauty of Coeur d’Alene — and reminders of why the environment is worth protecting.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

NIC trustees hire accreditation attorney

North Idaho College trustees hired another attorney Thursday night, this time to “assist NIC across the finish line” of returning to good standing with its accreditor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

NIC trustees hire accreditation attorney

North Idaho College trustees hired another attorney Thursday night, this time to “assist NIC across the finish line” of returning to good standing with its accreditor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Safe Passage: Here for survivors

Two in five women and one in five men in Idaho have experienced sexual violence during their lifetime, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Skeet club celebrates winter league

About 100 people gathered April 13 at the Hayden Lake Eagles Club for the 2024 Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club winter league awards banquet.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Deputy, K-9 involved in crash

A sheriff’s deputy ran into a power pole early this Wednesday after colliding with a passenger car, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Supreme Court lets Idaho enforce youth transgender care ban

The Supreme Court ruled Monday that Idaho may enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the matter proceed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

NIC trustees examine governance problems

North Idaho College trustees examined how behavior at public meetings has contributed to the governance problems at the center the show-cause sanction issued by its accreditor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

NIC trustees examine governance problems

North Idaho College trustees examined how behavior at public meetings has contributed to the governance problems at the center the show-cause sanction issued by its accreditor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

NIC hit with another ratings downgrade

Moody’s Investor Service has again downgraded North Idaho College’s issuer and revenue bond ratings, an action that affects about $8.4 million in rated debt.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

NIC hit with another ratings downgrade

Moody’s Investor Service has again downgraded North Idaho College’s issuer and revenue bond ratings, an action that affects about $8.4 million in rated debt.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen pleads not guilty to providing support to ISIS

Trial set for May 28
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

NIC hit with another ratings downgrade

Moody’s Investor Service has again downgraded North Idaho College’s issuer and revenue bond ratings, an action that affects about $8.4 million in rated debt.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen pleads not guilty to providing support to ISIS

Trial set for May 28
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen pleads not guilty to providing support to ISIS

Trial set for May 28
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen with ISIS ties pleads not guilty

The 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene resident accused of planning to attack local churches on behalf of ISIS pleaded not guilty in federal court Wednesday morning.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen with ISIS ties to appear in court

The 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene resident accused of planning to attack local churches with a machete, fire and guns on behalf of ISIS is expected to make his first appearance in federal court today.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Cd’A teen with ISIS ties to appear in court

The 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene resident accused of planning to attack local churches with a machete, fire and guns on behalf of ISIS is expected to make his first appearance in federal court today.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Feds: Man allegedly planned to attack local churches

Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who had allegedly “pledged his allegiance to ISIS” and planned to attack people at local churches using guns, knives and fire, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

'Find the bad guy'

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris smiled Monday morning as he looked out at a crowd of new deputies and their families.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Feds: Cd’A man tried to provide support, resources to ISIS

Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who had allegedly “pledged his allegiance to ISIS” and planned to attack people at local churches using guns, knives and fire, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Feds: Cd’A man tried to provide support, resources to ISIS

Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who had allegedly “pledged his allegiance to ISIS” and planned to attack people at local churches using guns, knives and fire, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Commissioner candidates sound off

Growth, infrastructure and funding for emergency services were hot topics when all four candidates for the District 1 addressed the North Idaho Federated Republican Women at Seasons of Coeur d’Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Assessor no-show at solid waste fee meeting

How Kootenai County will handle solid waste fees in the future remains in question, after assessor Béla Kovacs declared his office won’t administer the fees any longer and he did not attend a special meeting Thursday to discuss the matter.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Bail revoked for man charged with child abuse

A man accused of attempting to strangle his son is back in jail after his bail was revoked.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Man jailed for shooting horses

A man who shot two horses, killing one, reportedly in retaliation for a neighbor shooting his dog must spend time in jail and pay more than $7,000 in restitution.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Assessor won’t administer solid waste fees

After solid waste fees were not assessed for thousands of Kootenai County properties in 2023, assessor Béla Kovacs said administering the fees isn’t his office’s responsibility.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

‘Sing with a good heart’

Drummers kick off American Indian Heritage Week at NIC
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

‘Celebrations of Christ’

In a manner of speaking, Christians celebrate throughout the year. That’s how Dan Deuel, senior pastor at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Coeur d’Alene, looks at it.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 MONTHS AGO

Highway 54 tree clearing underway

Tree clearing along Highway 54 en route to Bayview is meant to improve the roadway’s safety, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 MONTHS AGO

ITD halts plans to reconfigure stretch of U.S. 95

The Idaho Transportation Department has halted plans to reconfigure a 3.5 mile stretch of the four-lane section of U.S. Highway 95 from Athol to Farragut State Park into a two-lane facility with a continuous left center turn lane.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 MONTHS AGO

ITD halts plans to reconfigure stretch of Highway 54

The Idaho Transportation Department has halted plans to reconfigure a 3.5 mile stretch of the four-lane section of U.S. Highway 95 from Athol to Farragut State Park into a two-lane facility with a continuous left center turn lane.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 MONTHS AGO

NIC athletics budget may reach $6.2 million

North Idaho College’s athletics budget could jump from $2.2 million in 2024 to $6.2 million in 2025 due to full scholarships for student athletes and additional travel costs associated with NIC’s return to the National Junior College Athletic Association.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 MONTHS AGO

Children’s Village will get COVID-19 rescue funds

After overcoming setbacks and delays, Children’s Village will receive the $291,000 in federal COVID-19 rescue funds that were approved by Kootenai County in 2022.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Idaho wolf trapping cut over threat to grizzlies

Idaho’s wolf trapping and snaring season will be shortened by a federal court ruling, which found that grizzly bears, protected under the Endangered Species Act, could be injured or killed by the devices.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Prosecutor’s office gets $100K for expert witnesses

Kootenai County commissioners unanimously approved a $100,000 request from the prosecutor’s office to spend on expert witnesses.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Man fined for illegal possession of bighorn sheep

A man has lost his hunting license for two years and must pay more than $11,000 in penalties and restitution after DNA testing revealed the bighorn sheep he claimed to have salvaged as roadkill in Idaho was really harvested illegally in Montana.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Idaho wolf trapping cut over threat to grizzlies

Idaho’s wolf trapping and snaring season will be shortened by a federal court ruling, which found that grizzly bears, protected under the Endangered Species Act, could be injured or killed by the devices.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Former ISP trooper convicted of murder

Jurors convicted a former Idaho State Police trooper of second degree murder and felony domestic battery in the death of his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Former ISP trooper convicted of murder

Jurors convicted a former Idaho State Police trooper of second degree murder and felony domestic battery in the death of his wife.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Jury to begin murder trial deliberations

After both sides presented closing arguments Monday, jurors are poised to begin deliberations Tuesday in the trial of Daniel Howard, a former Idaho State Police trooper accused of killing his wife three years ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Jury to begin murder trial deliberations

After both sides presented closing arguments Monday, jurors are poised to begin deliberations Tuesday in the trial of Daniel Howard, a former Idaho State Police trooper accused of killing his wife three years ago.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Former trooper on trial for murder arrested at airport

Howard extradited to Kootenai County, jailed
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Man charged after Post Falls K-9’s death

The owner of a Bonner County kennel is facing criminal charges after five dogs died in overheated conditions at his facility last summer, including a Post Falls Police Department K9.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Primary candidates file

The deadline to file for the May 21 primary election has passed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Man charged after Post Falls K-9’s death

The owner of a Bonner County kennel is facing criminal charges after five dogs died in overheated conditions at his facility last summer, including a Post Falls Police Department K9.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Medical examiner testifies in murder trial

The former medical examiner who performed Kendy Howard’s autopsy stands by his opinion that she died from a gunshot wound.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Medical examiner testifies in murder trial

The former medical examiner who performed Kendy Howard’s autopsy stands by his opinion that she died from a gunshot wound.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Body was moved, blood spatter expert says

Kendy Howard’s body was “significantly moved” after her death, a blood spatter expert said in court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Body was moved, blood spatter expert says

Kendy Howard’s body was “significantly moved” after her death, a blood spatter expert said in court.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Body camera footage shown in murder trial

The night his wife died, Daniel Howard told police he believed she shot herself because he wanted a home she planned to buy in her hometown to be liquidated as part of their impending divorce.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Body camera footage shown in murder trial

The night his wife died, Daniel Howard told police he believed she shot herself because he wanted a home she planned to buy in her hometown to be liquidated as part of their impending divorce.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Experts testify in Howard murder trial

Daniel Howard’s DNA wasn’t found on the gun that shot his wife three years ago, a forensic scientist testified.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Doctor: Death scene was staged

Kendy Howard’s death “bears the hallmarks of a staged crime scene,” doctors said in court Friday.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Doctor: Death scene was staged

Kendy Howard’s death “bears the hallmarks of a staged crime scene,” doctors said in court Friday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Doctor: Death scene was staged

Kendy Howard’s death “bears the hallmarks of a staged crime scene,” doctors said in court Friday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Murder trial continues for ex-ISP trooper

Kendy Howard was a loving mother and grandmother.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Athol woman didn’t die from gunshot, medical examiner says

Police and death investigators said Kendy Howard’s death appeared suspicious from the beginning.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Athol woman didn’t die from gunshot, medical examiner says

Police and death investigators said Kendy Howard’s death appeared suspicious from the beginning.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Athol woman didn’t die from gunshot, medical examiner says

Police and death investigators said Kendy Howard’s death appeared suspicious from the beginning.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

‘She was scared to death’: Friends testify in murder trial

People close to the late Kendy Howard told jurors she was scared of her husband but looking forward to a new life without him in the days before her death.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Murder trial for former ISP trooper begins

A former Idaho State Police trooper is on trial for allegedly killing his wife three years ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Trump wins Idaho Republican caucuses

Kootenai County Republicans voted overwhelmingly for Trump
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

NIC remains on show-cause status

North Idaho College remains accredited, though it will continue to operate under a show-cause sanction until spring 2025.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

NIC remains on show-cause status

North Idaho College remains accredited, though it will continue to operate under a show-cause sanction until spring 2025.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Prosecutor comments on Spirit Lake shooting

The blind Spirit Lake woman fatally shot by police after firing her own weapon last year sustained nine gunshot wounds, according to a news release published Thursday by Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney Stan Mortensen.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Prosecutor comments on Spirit Lake shooting

The blind Spirit Lake woman fatally shot by police after firing her own weapon last year sustained nine gunshot wounds, according to a news released published Thursday by Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney Stan Mortensen.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Assessor to correct errors

Commissioners directed Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs to correct more than 100 parcels whose property owners were undercharged on their taxes due to an assessor’s office error.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Assessor seeks to correct property roll errors

Kootenai County Assessor Béla has asked commissioners to correct errors on the property roll before a statutory deadline.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking become law

North Idaho lawmakers were split on bill
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking become law

North Idaho lawmakers were split on bill
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO

Cd’A Tribe makes 10-year deal with feds

Agreement will address salmon recovery
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Rumpler sues North Idaho College, trustees

Laura Rumpler, North Idaho College’s former chief communications officer, is suing the college, alleging trustees violated the terms of her employment contract and Idaho’s employment laws and deprived her of due process rights.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Rumpler sues North Idaho College, trustees

Laura Rumpler, North Idaho College’s former chief communications officer, is suing the college, alleging trustees violated the terms of her employment contract and Idaho’s employment laws and deprived her of due process rights.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Rumpler sues North Idaho College, trustees

Laura Rumpler, North Idaho College’s former chief communications officer, is suing the college, alleging trustees violated the terms of her employment contract and Idaho’s employment laws and deprived her of due process rights.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Cd’A man gets prison for sexual abuse

A Coeur d’Alene man who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a child will spend up to 25 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Judge to consider attorney fees in Swayne case

For the second time, a judge will decide how much North Idaho College will pay NIC President Nick Swayen in attorney fees.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Judge to consider attorney fees in Swayne case

For the second time, a judge will decide how much North Idaho College will pay NIC President Nick Swayen in attorney fees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Ready, aim, fire

Maddy John hefted a shotgun on a cold, clear Friday morning, tucked the stock against her shoulder and took aim at a clay bird wheeling across the cobalt sky. She pulled the trigger and the target broke into pieces.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Kootenai County authorities talk 'illegal immigration'

Authorities dispelled rumors and shared facts about illegal immigration in Kootenai County during a town hall discussion Thursday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Swayne faces state budget writers

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne touted growing enrollment and appealed to budget writers to support increasing employee compensation when he addressed the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee in Boise.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Swayne faces state budget writers

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne touted growing enrollment and appealed to budget writers to support increasing employee compensation when he addressed the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee in Boise.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Cd’A Airport may get temporary traffic control tower

The Coeur d’Alene Airport could see a temporary air traffic control tower.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

W-I-N-N-E-R

Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy student wins regional spelling bee
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

W-I-N-N-E-R

Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy student wins regional spelling bee
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Republican presidential caucus March 2: What to expect

Instead of voting in a presidential primary election this year, Idaho voters will choose their political party’s nominee via presidential nominating caucuses.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Tax commission won’t investigate Kootenai County complaint

The Idaho State Tax Commission said it lacks authority to investigate a complaint about Kootenai County’s failure to provide “accurate and timely” property value information.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Prosecutor deems Spirit Lake shooting justified

The Spirit Lake police officer who fatally shot a woman in her apartment while conducting a welfare check on her last year committed no crimes, Kootenai County prosecuting attorney Stan Mortensen announced Friday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Bedke: Education is top priority

As Idaho continues to grow, it’s incumbent on state and local leaders to “keep the wheels on the wagon.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Bedke: Education is top priority

As Idaho continues to grow, it’s incumbent on state and local leaders to “keep the wheels on the wagon.”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Veterans: Don’t feed the ‘claim sharks’

Sharks are circling local veterans. They’re not out for blood, but for a cut of disability compensation benefits.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Shallbetter sentenced for dumping water on Banducci

A former North Idaho College instructor who dumped a bucket of soapy water on Trustee Todd Banducci last year will spend three days in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Details emerge, but remain murky in Spirit Lake shooting

Though a coroner’s report has revealed that a Spirit Lake woman died by homicide amid an “officer-involved shooting” in November 2023, questions about her death remain.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Lewiston man arrested after standoff

Police arrested a Lewiston man after a standoff Sunday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Veterans: Don’t feed the ‘claim sharks’

Sharks are circling local veterans. They’re not out for blood, but for a cut of disability compensation benefits.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Veterans: Don’t feed the ‘claim sharks’

Sharks are circling local veterans. They’re not out for blood, but for a cut of disability compensation benefits.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Man gets life without parole for child sexual abuse

A man will spend the rest of his life in prison after he pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a child.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

Water damage cleanup underway at Fernan Elementary

After a boiler failure at Fernan Elementary School caused water lines to freeze and burst two weeks ago, approximately one third of the school remains damaged, officials said Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO

NIC enrollment picture brightening; South contract to end

North Idaho College trustees won’t renew former interim president Greg South’s contract when it ends in June.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC enrollment picture brightening; South contract to end

North Idaho College trustees won’t renew former interim president Greg South’s contract when it ends in June.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff talks immigration, fentanyl over coffee

Dozens of community members gathered Wednesday morning to chat over coffee about issues affecting Kootenai County with Sheriff Bob Norris and members of his administration.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

South’s NIC contract to end in June

North Idaho College trustees won’t renew former interim president Greg South’s contract when it ends in June.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC ordered to turn over Swayne report

A judge ordered North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne by 5 p.m. Monday.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County sued over Potlatch Hill cell tower denial

Kootenai County is facing a federal lawsuit from AT&T after it nixed a proposed cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Commissioners approve price tag for Justice Building expansion

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to accept a guaranteed maximum price amendment of $30.4 million for the ongoing Justice Center expansion project.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC ordered to turn over Swayne report

A judge ordered North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne by 5 p.m. Monday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC ordered to turn over Swayne report

A judge ordered North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne by 5 p.m. Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Judge orders NIC to provide Swayne report today

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne by 5 p.m. today.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls family loses home to fire

After a fire left their Post Falls home uninhabitable last week, the Rodriguez family is starting over from scratch.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Swayne wins public records lawsuit

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to allow college president Nick Swayne to see an investigative report that has been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Swayne wins public records lawsuit

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to allow college president Nick Swayne to see an investigative report that has been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Complaint sheds light on errors, delays within assessor’s office

A complaint to the Idaho State Tax Commission about Kootenai County’s failure to provide “accurate and timely” property value information has shed light on work processes in the assessor’s office that led to a $53 million valuation error and delayed the distribution of tax notices.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County officials talk legal system

For the first time since he took office in early 2021, Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said his agency is adequately staffed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced to prison for ‘up skirt’ photos

A Florida man received a prison sentence after pleading guilty to taking photos under the skirts of teen girls without their knowledge.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Cold out, snow in

'Snow will continue into Wednesday and Wednesday Night over much of the region'
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners deny cell tower

Kootenai County commissioners nixed a proposed cell tower adjacent to I-90.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Treasurer talks assessor’s recordings, new Kootenai Health CEO

Treasurer talks assessor’s recordings, new Kootenai Health CEO
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with incest

A man who is in jail awaiting sentencing for child sexual abuse is now accused of additional sexual offenses.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Commissioners sign off on medical clinic lease

A medical clinic for Kootenai County employees has a home.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with incest

A man who is in jail awaiting sentencing for child sexual abuse is now accused of additional sexual offenses.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho legislators look to 2024 session

With the 2024 Idaho legislative session set to begin Monday, some North Idaho legislators shared their priorities for this year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho legislators look to 2024 session

With the 2024 Idaho legislative session set to begin Monday, some North Idaho legislators shared their priorities for this year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

‘We’ll be in good hands’

After 16 years, Thoreson retires from Post Falls City Council
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

County aims to open employee medical clinic in March

Kootenai County is aiming to open a medical clinic for county employees in March, though it first must finalize the clinic’s location.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

County to develop veterans treatment court

Kootenai County plans to develop a specialty court for local veterans living with mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Details emerge in NIC records suit

Court filings have revealed new details about the undisclosed personnel investigation at the center of debate on the North Idaho College board of trustees and a public records lawsuit.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Judge considers Swayne’s public record lawsuit

District Judge Barry McHugh will consider whether to compel North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kovacs secretly recorded county staff, elected officials

Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs has secretly recorded conversations with his employees and other county elected officials, as well as at least one executive session of the county commissioners.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Details emerge in NIC records suit

Court filings have revealed new details about the undisclosed personnel investigation at the center of debate on the North Idaho College board of trustees and a public records lawsuit.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC's accreditation crisis, by the numbers

One year after an attempt by the board majority at North Idaho College to oust President Nick Swayne, the college remains under a show-cause sanction, the last step before loss of accreditation.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC's accreditation crisis, by the numbers

One year after an attempt by the board majority at North Idaho College to oust President Nick Swayne, the college remains under a show-cause sanction, the last step before loss of accreditation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO

Dog snatched from yard on Christmas

Christmas ended in heartbreak for the Pehrson family when they say a stranger snatched their dog out of their yard.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC's accreditation crisis, by the numbers

One year after an attempt by the board majority at North Idaho College to oust President Nick Swayne, the college remains under a show-cause sanction, the last step before loss of accreditation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC settles Gridley lawsuit

North Idaho College appears to have settled a lawsuit alleging violations of Idaho’s open meeting laws and intends to fight a separate case which contends the college violated public records laws.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC settles Gridley lawsuit

North Idaho College appears to have settled a lawsuit alleging violations of Idaho’s open meeting laws and intends to fight a separate case which contends the college violated public records laws.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Children’s Village to reapply for ARPA funds

Children’s Village still has a chance to receive the $291,000 in federal COVID-19 rescue funds that were approved by Kootenai County last year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Children’s Village may not get COVID-19 rescue funds

COEUR d’ALENE — Children’s Village may not receive the $291,000 in federal COVID-19 rescue funds that Kootenai County approved last year for payroll subsidies, after the county’s legal counsel determined the nonprofit is not eligible for the money.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Affordable housing solutions still sought

Affordable housing in Kootenai County remains out of reach for many. But local housing advocates say there are solutions.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC board grants board chair authority on lawsuits

North Idaho College trustees granted board chair Mike Waggoner blanket authority to make decisions about litigation on behalf of the college, two days before a hearing where a judge will consider whether to compel the college to turn over an investigative report to NIC President Nick Swayne.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

NIC board grants board chair authority on lawsuits

North Idaho College trustees granted board chair Mike Waggoner blanket authority to make decisions about litigation on behalf of the college, two days before a hearing where a judge will consider whether to compel the college to turn over an investigative report to NIC President Nick Swayne.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Assessor withdraws massive public records request

Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs has withdrawn public record requests submitted to the treasurer’s office that were expected to generate many tens of thousands of documents and cost more than $20,000 in employee labor to fulfill.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County voters sign for open primaries

Volunteers braved cold weather in downtown Coeur d’Alene Saturday morning to gather signatures for a ballot initiate that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters — and dozens of Kootenai County voters gave them a warm welcome.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Swayne sues NIC for investigative report

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has filed a lawsuit against NIC, asking the court to compel the college to turn over an investigative report that has been at the center of heated debate on the board of trustees.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Assessor pins $53 million error on other county officials

Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs has asked the Idaho State Tax Commission to audit the work processes of five county departments, including his own, according to emails obtained by The Press.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Report details proposed jail impact fees

An study prepared for Kootenai County details proposed impact fees meant to support the jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Swayne sues NIC for investigative report

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has filed a lawsuit against NIC, asking the court to compel the college to turn over an investigative report that has been at the center of heated debate on the board of trustees.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Swayne sues NIC for investigative report

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has filed a lawsuit against NIC, asking the court to compel the college to turn over an investigative report that has been at the center of heated debate on the board of trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Cd’A man jailed for animal cruelty

A local man will spend 30 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to leaving five pets in a hot car, killing four of the animals.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County approves opt-out plan for Cd’A Tribe rezone

Property owners within the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation boundaries will have until the end of June to opt out of their property being rezoned from rural to agricultural.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Idaho Judicial Council reprimands Peterson

The Idaho Judicial Council has imposed a public reprimand on First District Judge Clark Peterson, seven months after he was placed on administrative leave.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

Cd’A Airport needs traffic control tower, director says

Traffic at the Coeur d’Alene Airport has increased so much that director Gaston Patterson said he plans to pursue adding an air traffic control tower at Pappy Boyington Field.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

County plans public hearing for jail impact fees

Kootenai County residents will have a chance early next year to weigh in on proposed impact fees to support the jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 3 MONTHS AGO

All that glitters

It’s enough to get the biggest Grinch feeling festive. That’s what Kootenai Health Foundation President Cara Neilsen quipped Friday at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, where almost two dozen lavishly decorated Christmas trees twinkled and glowed, waiting for the public to arrive.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Continuing concerns about NIC board

North Idaho College’s accreditor revealed that some trustees don’t support NIC President Nick Swayne and hope to replace him with Interim President Greg South, who has been on paid administrative leave since March.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Late tax payments due to error won't be penalized

Kootenai County commissioners have authorized the cancelation of penalties and interest on tax bills that are paid late due to a typo which resulted in a multimillion dollar property value assessment error.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff's office relies on hundreds of special deputies

To facilitate law enforcement throughout the county, Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris cross-deputizes police officers from other jurisdictions and swears in some special deputies who don’t have backgrounds in law enforcement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Soroptimists celebrate Women of Distinction

Seven local women were honored for their achievements and dedication to community service Friday at the 41st annual Women of Distinction luncheon.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

$53 million property value error to delay tax notices

A typo resulting in a multimillion dollar property value assessment error is expected to affect multiple taxing districts in Kootenai County and delay the distribution of property tax notices.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

$53 million property value error to delay tax notices

A typo resulting in a multimillion dollar property value assessment error is expected to affect multiple taxing districts in Kootenai County and delay the distribution of property tax notices.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Regan, KCRCC named in defamation lawsuit

The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee and its chair, Brent Regan, have been added to a defamation lawsuit filed by two former Community Library Network Trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County assessor hires Boyles

Kootenai County commissioners have agreed to allow Assessor Béla Kovacs to hire attorney D. Colton Boyles to represent his office in multiple civil lawsuits but won’t reveal how much Kovacs is authorized to spend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

No answers after Spirit Lake shooting

More than week after a woman died amid an “officer-involved shooting” in Spirit Lake, city and county officials remain tight-lipped.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

No answers after Spirit Lake shooting

More than week after a woman died amid an “officer-involved shooting” in Spirit Lake, city and county officials remain tight-lipped.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Will an open space bond be floated again? It's unclear

After Kootenai County voters rejected a $50 million bond meant to curtail development on the Rathdrum Prairie, it’s unclear whether the concept will come before voters again.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

No answers after Spirit Lake shooting

More than week after a woman died amid an “officer-involved shooting” in Spirit Lake, city and county officials remain tight-lipped.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff talks immigration, law enforcement

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris played to a full house Wednesday night, when more than 120 people gathered in the county administration building for a “legislative town hall” meeting with Norris and representatives from U.S. Border Patrol.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Hill, Sanders win Rathdrum races

For the first time in 16 years, Rathdrum has a new mayor: Mike Hill.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Meyer appointed to Idaho Supreme Court

Gov. Brad Little has appointed First Judicial District Judge Cynthia Meyer to the Idaho Supreme Court.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Meyer appointed to Idaho Supreme Court

Gov. Brad Little has appointed First Judicial District Judge Cynthia Meyer to the Idaho Supreme Court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Election Day is here

Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. today.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Appraisal event reveals hidden treasures

When Kathy Blanford received Barbie dolls as presents around age 10, she was never allowed to brush their hair.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls police officer remembered

Though Nicholas McDaniel served on the Post Falls Police Department for a short time, he left an “incredible mark” on his colleagues and his community.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Lots of absentee voters in Kootenai County

Kootenai County has the third-highest rate of absentee ballots issued in the state of Idaho, according to data from the Idaho Secretary of State.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Spirit Lake woman dead after shooting

A Spirit Lake woman is dead after an “officer-involved shooting” Wednesday night, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Thursday, but many details of the shooting remain unknown at this time.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Spirit Lake woman dead after shooting

A Spirit Lake woman is dead after an “officer-involved shooting” Wednesday night, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Thursday, but many details of the shooting remain unknown at this time.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

County commissioners reject assessor’s request for attorney

Kootenai County commissioners have denied Assessor Béla Kovacs’ request to hire attorney D. Colton Boyles to represent his office in two civil lawsuits.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Midtown Meeting Center expansion postponed

A planned expansion to the Coeur d’Alene School District’s Midtown Meeting Center is on hold.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Warming center needs ‘souport’

“Souport the End of Homelessness” is 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds. For $20 a ticket, guests can try 2-ounce servings of 32 different soups, prepared by professional and amateur chefs.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 4 MONTHS AGO

Early voting sees disturbances near elections office

Quarrels outside the Kootenai County elections office this week have prompted police responses and caused county staff to make peacekeeping efforts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Montana man charged with sexual abuse

A Montana man is in jail after police said he sexually abused a local teen girl.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Judge awards Swayne $150,000 in attorney fees

A Kootenai County judge has awarded North Idaho College President Nick Swayne a little more than $150,000 for attorney fees following his successful lawsuit against the college for permanent reinstatement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Judge awards Swayne $150,000 in attorney fees

A Kootenai County judge has awarded North Idaho College President Nick Swayne a little more than $150,000 for attorney fees following his successful lawsuit against the college for permanent reinstatement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Reaching abuse survivors, one stone at a time

When Lauren Holley’s relationship became abusive, she had nowhere to turn.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County helicopter unit still flying

About eight months after takeoff, Kootenai County’s helicopter unit is still flying.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

VG Elections staff ensure every vote counts

As the November election approaches, Kootenai County Clerk Jennifer Locke and her staff are preparing for the big day. This includes double- and triple-checking the measures that keep Kootenai County elections secure.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

SOS tours Kootenai County elections office

It takes thousands of people across Idaho to make democracy work in this state.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

$50 million open space bond on ballot

Kootenai County voters will decide in November whether to approve a $50 million bond meant to preserve public open space on the Rathdrum Prairie and other parts of the county.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Justice Building expansion moves forward

After a tense Monday night meeting where Kootenai County commissioners debated the scope and cost of the ongoing Justice Building expansion, the board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the project’s second phase.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Commissioners debate Justice Center expansion

After a tense Monday night meeting where Kootenai County commissioners sparred over the cost of the ongoing Justice Building expansion, the board will decide today how to fund the capital project — or whether to halt it entirely.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Room to grow

Birds flitted among wilting sunflowers and pinwheels spun in a warm breeze Saturday morning, while volunteers tilled the soil at the community garden at the Lutheran Church of the Master.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Reaching abuse survivors, one stone at a time

When Lauren Holley’s relationship became abusive, she had nowhere to turn.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Proposed Cd’A Tribe rezone still up in the air

Kootenai County commissioners will once again consider a proposal to rezone approximately 25,000 acres located within the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation boundaries.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man accepts plea deal in sexual abuse case

A Coeur d’Alene man accused of sexually abusing a child has accepted a plea deal.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners commit $9.9 million to jail, sheriff’s office expansion

Kootenai County commissioners have agreed to allocate nearly $10 million to fund capital projects for the sheriff’s office, while plans for the in-progress Justice Building expansion remain up in the air.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Making it easy for teens to get help

Students at Lake City High School and Coeur d’Alene High School collaborated to bring Mental Health Week to both schools.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with sexual abuse

A man accused of sexually abusing multiple children over a period of years is being held on $150,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

County shelves some proposed impact fees

Kootenai County will no longer pursue its request that cities collect impact fees supporting the sheriff’s office and county parks and waterways.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners to reexamine Justice Building project

In the face of growing costs, Kootenai County commissioners will reevaluate the scope of the ongoing Justice Building expansion project.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Federal biologist gives update on region's grizzlies

Wildlife biologist Wayne Kasworm of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service out of Libby, said grizzly bear recovery in the Selkirk and Cabinet-Yaak mountains is slowly continuing to improve.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

NIC board increases athletics budget by $2.6 million

North Idaho College trustees voted this week to increase the athletics budget by up to $2.6 million, contemplated censuring one of their own and shared new insight into a decision to appeal NIC President Nick Swayne’s reinstatement to the Idaho Supreme Court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 5 MONTHS AGO

Parade of Homes marches on

Thousands of North Idahoans enjoyed blue skies, crisp fall weather and spectacular homes as they journeyed along the Parade of Homes presented by the North Idaho Building Contractor’s Association.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Jail sentence for former teacher

A former Lake City High School teacher who pleaded guilty to “engaging in sexual contact” with a 15-year-old student more than a decade ago will spend four months in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Jail sentence for former teacher

A former Lake City High School teacher who pleaded guilty to “engaging in sexual contact” with a 15-year-old student more than a decade ago will spend four months in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

County officials consider policy for pay for themselves

Kootenai County elected officials will examine when and how their pay is calculated.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man gets prison for child sexual abuse

A man who admitted to sexually abusing a young child received a prison sentence this week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

USS Idaho crew visits North Idaho

For the first time in nearly 100 years, a naval vessel will bear the name Idaho.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Jail sentence for former teacher

A former Lake City High School teacher who pleaded guilty to “engaging in sexual contact” with a 15-year-old student more than a decade ago will spend four months in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bennett sentenced for murder near Hauser Lake

The man who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting a Hauser Lake resident last year may spend the rest of his life in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC releases special report to accreditor

North Idaho College published a special report Friday to its accrediting body.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of taking 'up skirt' photos

A Florida man is facing a felony charge after he allegedly took photos under the skirts of teen girls without their knowledge.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Recognizing their sacrifice

Vietnam era veterans will receive a warm welcome home Saturday, courtesy of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Legion.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC trustees debate board policies

Ahead of a required update to North Idaho College’s accreditor, four trustees met Wednesday for a special meeting where they debated proposed changes to board policies.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

9/11 remembered

Where where you the morning of Sept. 11, 2001? In North Idaho, many were in the middle of their morning routines when the news broke and the world ground to a halt. But Ken Johnson was more than 2,400 miles away from Kootenai County — already at work in the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

9/11 remembered

Where where you the morning of Sept. 11, 2001? In North Idaho, many were in the middle of their morning routines when the news broke and the world ground to a halt. But Ken Johnson was more than 2,400 miles away from Kootenai County — already at work in the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Grief at Gizmo amid financial shortfall

Amid a financial shortfall, Gizmo-CDA has laid off half its full-time employees and will cut back programming as the remaining staff search for ways to save the nonprofit maker space.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

No fires, only smiles

Even as the sound of children laughing filled the air Saturday at Coeur d’Alene Fire Station 3, local first responders and community members felt a weight that becomes heavier at this time of year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC appeals Swayne’s reinstatement

North Idaho College has appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court over a Kootenai County judge’s decision to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College appeals Swayne’s reinstatement

North Idaho College has appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court over a Kootenai County judge’s decision to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC trustees debate board policies

Ahead of a required update to North Idaho College’s accreditor, four trustees met Wednesday for a special meeting where they debated proposed changes to board policies.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Little parade, big smiles

When Spirit Lake residents lovingly describe the city’s Labor Day parade as the world’s shortest, they’re not kidding.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Men charged with forgery

Two men are being held on $100,000 bail after they allegedly conspired to forge a doctor’s signature.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Some details of NIC personnel investigation emerge

The mystery surrounding a personnel investigation taking place at North Idaho College continues, while another member of the college’s leadership team announced their resignation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Rumpler resignation announced

It appears Laura Rumpler, North Idaho College’s chief communications and government relations officer, has tendered her resignation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners approve $141 million budget

Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to approve the county’s fiscal year 2024 budget, which includes levying 3% more property taxes.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Swayne to receive attorney fees from NIC

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne will receive payment for attorney fees following his successful lawsuit against the college for permanent reinstatement, but exactly how much remains to be seen.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

Rumpler resignation announced

It appears Laura Rumpler, North Idaho College’s chief communications and government relations officer, has tendered her resignation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 6 MONTHS AGO

NIC board hires Boyles, keeps Macomber on as well

North Idaho College has two attorneys for the foreseeable future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County traffic management faces roadblocks

Most Kootenai County motorists have experienced the frustration of hitting a seemingly endless series of red lights.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

NIC board hires Boyles, keeps Macomber on as well

North Idaho College has two attorneys for the foreseeable future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

NIC board hires Boyles, keeps Macomber on as well

North Idaho College has two attorneys for the foreseeable future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

NIC board hires Boyles, keeps Macomber on as well

North Idaho College has two attorneys for the foreseeable future.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members take pleas before trial

After the back to back convictions of seven members of Patriot Front, other members of the white nationalist group appear to be accepting plea deals rather than going to trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Rain or swine

A sprinkling of rain began to fall as folks lined up to see the All-Alaskan Racing Pigs Monday afternoon at the North Idaho State Fair.
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NIC board to meet Wednesday

North Idaho College trustees are expected to hire legal counsel Wednesday.
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3Cs continue caring for community

These Kootenai County women love nothing better than giving their money away.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Judge dismisses some claims in NIC trustee lawsuit

A Kootenai County judge has dismissed most of the claims in a civil lawsuit against three North Idaho College trustees, but claims focused on the contracts of the college’s former attorney and former interim president survive.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Judge dismisses some claims in NIC trustee lawsuit

A Kootenai County judge has dismissed most of the claims in a civil lawsuit against three North Idaho College trustees, but claims focused on the contracts of the college’s former attorney and former interim president survive.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Judge dismisses some claims in NIC trustee lawsuit

A Kootenai County judge has dismissed most of the claims in a civil lawsuit against three North Idaho College trustees, but claims focused on the contracts of the college’s former attorney and former interim president survive.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

County, cities continue impact fee debate

Some cities are willing to consider impact fees to support the Kootenai County jail. But the county’s additional ask that cities collect impact fees for the sheriff’s office and county parks and waterways — and withhold building permits until they get proof of payment — appears to have stalled.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

School funding formula could be reformulated

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, lawmakers spent years unsuccessfully trying to rewrite Idaho’s 30-year-old school funding formula.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members convicted again

Two more Patriot Front members were convicted of conspiracy to riot Friday, but the men will face no additional jail time for planning to incite a riot during last year’s Pride in the Park celebration in City Park.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members convicted again

Two more Patriot Front members were convicted of conspiracy to riot Friday, but the men will face no additional jail time for planning to incite a riot during last year’s Pride in the Park celebration in City Park.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front member testifies

A member of white nationalist group Patriot Front took the stand Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

More Patriot Front members on trial in Coeur d'Alene

COEUR d’ALENE — Local police officers took the stand Wednesday and described their roles in the arrest of 31 Patriot Front members in June 2022.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

More Patriot Front members on trial in Coeur d'Alene

COEUR d’ALENE — Local police officers took the stand Wednesday and described their roles in the arrest of 31 Patriot Front members in June 2022.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front trial continues

Local police officers took the stand Wednesday and described their roles in the arrest of 31 Patriot Front members in June 2022.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with St. Maries murder

A man is facing murder charges after he allegedly shot and killed one person and left another person badly injured.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

More Patriot Front members on trial

Two more members of white nationalist group Patriot Front are on trial this week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

KAYE WRITING NIC employee contracts made public

After winning a lawsuit, the Coeur d’Alene Press has obtained public records previously withheld by North Idaho College.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County commissioners eye $141 million budget

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously this week to tentatively accept a $141 million budget for fiscal year 2024, which includes a 3% tax increase.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Cd’A woman charged with child abuse

Police arrested a woman who allegedly attacked her child in a hotel room.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

More cities consider Kootenai County impact fee proposal

More cities are weighing in on Kootenai County’s request that they withhold building permits unless they receive proof of payment for proposed county impact fees supporting the sheriff’s office, jail and parks and waterways.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Cities reject county request to withhold building permits

Kootenai County has asked 12 cities to withhold building permits for new construction unless cities receive proof of payment for proposed county impact fees supporting the sheriff’s office, jail and parks and waterways.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

Dalton Gardens considers 2024 budget

The Dalton Gardens City Council is considering a $1.2 million budget for fiscal year 2024.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO

‘This isn’t the end’

Multiple sclerosis community education event Tuesday
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Hayden woman charged with rape

Police arrested a Hayden woman who they said groomed and raped a teen boy.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Man jailed for child sexual exploitation

A man is in jail on $100,000 bail after police said he downloaded and distributed child sexual abuse material via the internet.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai County to float $50M open spaces bond

Kootenai County voters will decide in November whether to approve a $50 million bond meant to secure public open space on the Rathdrum Prairie and other parts of the county.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Cd’A man charged with sexual abuse

A man who was previously charged with sexually assaulting a minor has been jailed again for alleged sexual abuse.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.
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Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.
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Patriot Front members convicted

A jury has convicted five Patriot Front members of the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the public peace.
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Patriot Front members convicted

A jury has convicted five Patriot Front members of the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the public peace.
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Patriot Front members convicted

A jury has convicted five Patriot Front members of the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the public peace.
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Police testify in Patriot Front trial

The lead detective who investigated the 31 members of Patriot Front found crammed into a U-Haul truck on their way to a 2022 Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene testified he doesn’t think the group planned to commit violence.
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Police testify in Patriot Front trial

The lead detective who investigated the 31 members of Patriot Front found crammed into a U-Haul truck on their way to a 2022 Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene testified he doesn’t think the group planned to commit violence.
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Patriot Front trial continues

Free speech is at the heart of the trial of five Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park in June 2022.
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Police testify in Patriot Front trial

The lead detective who investigated the 31 members of Patriot Front found crammed into a U-Haul truck on their way to a 2022 Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene testified he doesn’t think the group planned to commit violence.
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Police testify in Patriot Front trial

The lead detective who investigated the 31 members of Patriot Front found crammed into a U-Haul truck on their way to a 2022 Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene testified he doesn’t think the group planned to commit violence.
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Patriot Front members arrested during Pride event stand trial

Free speech is at the heart of the trial of five Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park in June 2022.
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Patriot Front trial continues

Free speech is at the heart of the trial of five Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park in June 2022.
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Patriot Front trial continues

Free speech is at the heart of the trial of five Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park in June 2022.
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Taxing districts win lawsuit over late fees

A judge has ordered Kootenai County to distribute a proportional share of penalties and interest collected from property taxpayers to the taxing districts where the fees were generated, but the dispute over who gets to keep the funds may not be over.
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Patriot Front trial starts today

Five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial this week for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park.
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Patriot Front trial starts today

Five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial this week for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park.
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Patriot Front trial starts today

Five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial this week for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park.
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Kootenai County weighs proposed Cd'A Tribe rezone

Kootenai County commissioners are considering a proposal to rezone approximately 25,000 acres located within the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation boundaries.
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Aurora dazzles North Idaho sky-gazers

For thousands of years, the aurora borealis has fascinated sky gazers. This week, North Idahoans have had a rare chance to see it.
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Traffic management center plan scrutinized

With a decision about a potential regional traffic management center on the horizon, Kootenai County residents continue to weigh in.
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Man gets prison for sexual relationship with minor

A man received a prison sentence for a sexual relationship with a minor.
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Cd’A man charged with Alaskan cold-case murder

A local man who was recently sentenced to prison for shooting at his wife and child has been charged with a cold-case murder out of Alaska.
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Soaking up the sun

After Monday's short but fierce rainstorm broke the heatwave in North Idaho, Tuesday brought fairer weather and a high around 80.
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Man charged with trafficking in prostitution

A Washington man is in jail after police said he brought a woman across state lines for prostitution and threatened her.
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Rathdrum toddler dies in hot car

Idaho State Police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was found in a hot car outside a Rathdrum home.
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NIC remains accredited

North Idaho College remains accredited though it will continue to operate under a show cause sanction.
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After drowning death, police urge water safety

After a man drowned in the Spokane River near North Idaho College last weekend, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to be safe on the water.
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NIC remains accredited

North Idaho College remains accredited though it will continue to operate under a show cause sanction.
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Post Falls man charged with infant’s murder

A Post Falls man is being held without bail after he was charged with killing a 2-month-old infant.
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Property value assessment appeals plummet

Significantly fewer Kootenai County property owners have appealed their 2023 value assessments than last year, when a flood of appeals forced the county to ask the state for more time to complete
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Region's leaders affirm support for NIC

As the community waits to find out if North Idaho College will retain accreditation, the city of Coeur d’Alene has expressed support for the college and urged trustees to protect it.
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North Idaho College remains under show cause

North Idaho College remains accredited for the time being, though its show cause status has been extended and the college will remain under “heightened monitoring.”
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North Idaho College remains under show cause

North Idaho College remains accredited for the time being, though its show cause status has been extended and the college will remain under “heightened monitoring.”
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North Idaho College remains under show cause

North Idaho College remains accredited for the time being, though its show cause status has been extended and the college will remain under “heightened monitoring.”
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Kootenai Health on track for nonprofit conversion

Kootenai Health is on track to complete its conversion to a nonprofit by the end of the year, officials said Wednesday.
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Cd’A leaders affirm support for North Idaho College

As the community waits to find out if North Idaho College will retain accreditation, the city of Coeur d’Alene has expressed support for the college and urged trustees to protect it.
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Patriot Front trials set for July in Coeur d'Alene

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.
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Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO

Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.
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Kootenai County commissioners approve title fee changes

Kootenai County commissioners have approved changes to vehicle licensing title fees.
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Man charged with kidnapping

A man is in jail after police said he held a woman in his vehicle against her will and interfered with her 911 call.
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NIC radiography technology program placed on probation

North Idaho College’s radiography technology program is on probation — not because of its quality, but because of the college’s ongoing accreditation woes.
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NIC radiography technology program placed on probation

North Idaho College’s radiography technology program is on probation — not because of its quality, but because of the college’s ongoing accreditation woes.
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Man convicted for buying illegally taken wildlife

A man who purchased illegally taken wildlife, including a golden eagle and mountain lion kittens, could face prison time.
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Justice Building construction plan takes shape

Kootenai County commissioners agreed this week to adopt a three-phase approach to the Justice Building expansion.
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North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as the commission deliberates whether NIC will retain accreditation.
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Strong as iron

Krista Lapan believes anyone can be an Ironman. She would know. The Coeur d’Alene woman completed her 16th Ironman in 11 hours, 31 minutes and 49 seconds. She was the first local woman to finish Sunday.
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North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as the commission deliberates whether NIC will retain accreditation.
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North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as the commission deliberates whether NIC will retain accreditation.
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Kootenai County judge placed on leave

A Kootenai County magistrate judge has been on administrative leave since last month for unclear reasons.
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Kootenai County commissioners consider on-call pay

Amid ongoing budget talks, Kootenai County commissioners discussed additional pay for some county employees while they are working on call.
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Local students win big in civics contest

Local students earned top awards in a statewide civics contest.
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NIC attorney candidate pleaded guilty to DUI

One of the finalists North Idaho College trustees are considering hiring as the college’s attorney was arrested in November for driving under the influence.
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NIC, Macomber ask judge to dismiss lawsuit

North Idaho College and attorney Art Macomber have asked the court to dismiss a lawsuit that alleges fraud.
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NIC, Macomber ask judge to dismiss lawsuit

North Idaho College and attorney Art Macomber have asked the court to dismiss a lawsuit that alleges fraud.
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Property assessment notices cause confusion

As the 2023 property value assessment notices hit mailboxes, a note has reportedly caused confusion for many Kootenai County property owners.
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County considers capital expenses

Kootenai County commissioners took a closer look Friday at capital expense request for fiscal year 2024.
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NIC board adopts 2024 budget

North Idaho College trustees voted Wednesday night to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 but are leaving open the possibility of amending it further.
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NIC board adopts 2024 budget

North Idaho College trustees voted Wednesday night to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 but are leaving open the possibility of amending it further.
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Swayne wins reinstatement lawsuit

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne won permanent reinstatement Friday.
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NIC board adopts 2024 budget

North Idaho College trustees voted Wednesday night to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 but are leaving open the possibility of amending it further.
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Man pleads guilty to Hauser Lake murder

The man charged with fatally shooting a Hauser Lake resident in 2022 will be sentenced for murder in the fall.
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NIC board meets Wednesday

North Idaho College trustees are expected to take action Wednesday on the 2024 budget, the college’s legal counsel and more.
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NIC board meets Wednesday

North Idaho College trustees are expected to take action Wednesday on the 2024 budget, the college’s legal counsel and more.
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Pride and joy

Thousands gather for Pride in the Park celebration
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Swayne wins reinstatement lawsuit

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne won permanent reinstatement Friday.
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Pride and joy

Thousands gather for Pride in the Park celebration
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Swayne wins reinstatement lawsuit

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne won permanent reinstatement Friday.
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Kootenai County commissioners begin budget talks

Kootenai County commissioners took a first look this week at proposed budgets for fiscal year 2024, including requests for funding from community support services.
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Man arrested after bar shooting

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he “pistol whipped” and shot another man twice outside a bar Monday night.
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NIC trustees split on acknowledging no confidence votes

North Idaho College trustees cast a split vote Wednesday night to adopt a statement publicly acknowledging the 13 votes of no confidence passed by students, faculty and staff in the last two years.
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Man arrested after bar shooting

Police arrested a man Monday night after he allegedly shot someone twice outside a bar.
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Veterans: Watch out for ‘claim sharks’

Recent legislation allowing increased access to disability compensation benefits has helped veterans and their survivors receive the health care and benefits they deserve. At the same time, these new laws have presented opportunities for scammers to commit fraud against veterans. The Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxins Act — known as …
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Macomber withdraws as North Idaho College attorney

North Idaho College has no legal counsel, after a tumultuous, five-hour Wednesday night meeting where trustees reversed an earlier decision to hire new counsel and the attorney who was meant to facilitate the transition walked out.
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Macomber withdraws as North Idaho College attorney

North Idaho College has no legal counsel, after a tumultuous, five-hour Wednesday night meeting where trustees reversed an earlier decision to hire new counsel and the attorney who was meant to facilitate the transition walked out.
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Macomber withdraws as North Idaho College attorney

North Idaho College has no legal counsel, after a tumultuous, five-hour Wednesday night meeting where trustees reversed an earlier decision to hire new counsel and the attorney who was meant to facilitate the transition walked out.
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NIC trustees split on acknowledging no confidence votes

North Idaho College trustees cast a split vote Wednesday night to adopt a statement publicly acknowledging the 13 votes of no confidence passed by students, faculty and staff in the last two years.
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Kootenai County commissioners restore assessor's pay

Following a judge’s order, Kootenai County commissioners cast a split vote Tuesday to restore Assessor BELA Kovacs’ salary, which the board cut in half last year after Kovacs failed to perform some of his statutory duties.
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NIC won’t fight Swayne lawsuit

North Idaho College trustees voted unanimously Wednesday night not to oppose NIC President Nick Swayne’s request that the court grant him permanent reinstatement without going to trial.
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Details emerge in battery of trustee

The former North Idaho College employee who allegedly dumped a bucket of soapy water on Trustee Todd Banducci told police he blamed Banducci for the loss of his job.
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Kootenai County Assessor on track for 2023 deadlines

The Kootenai County Assessor’s Office is reportedly on track to meet its statutory deadlines this year.
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NIC publishes accreditor’s report

A team representing North Idaho College’s accreditor found that the college has made some progress since receiving a show cause sanction but cautioned that only time will tell if effective change can continue.
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Details emerge in battery of trustee

The former North Idaho College employee who allegedly dumped a bucket of soapy water on Trustee Todd Banducci told police he blamed Banducci for the loss of his job.
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NIC won’t fight Swayne lawsuit

North Idaho College trustees voted unanimously Wednesday night not to oppose NIC President Nick Swayne’s request that the court grant him permanent reinstatement without going to trial.
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Challengers win library board race

After a contentious race, challengers Tim Plass and Tom Hanley were elected to the Community Library Network Board of Trustees.
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Justice Building expansion could start this fall

Construction of the Kootenai County Justice Building expansion could begin as early as September, with an estimated completion date in spring 2025.
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Judge OKs amended complaint in NIC lawsuit

Emails showing that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Greg McKenzie used private emails to secretly prepare for public meetings can be included in a lawsuit.
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Judge OKs amended complaint in NIC lawsuit

Emails showing that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Greg McKenzie used private emails to secretly prepare for public meetings can be included in a lawsuit.
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Political mailer may violate campaign finance law

Anonymous political mailers related to the Community Library Network trustee race prompted a flurry of complaints this week from residents who say the materials violate Idaho’s campaign finance laws.
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No charges for fatal shooting

A Priest River man who fatally shot a suspected car burglar outside a shopping center last month will face no criminal charges.
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Library trustees sue over campaign letters

Two Community Library Network trustees have filed a lawsuit against three Kootenai County residents who distributed letters accusing the trustees of committing crimes against children. “We will not sit by while being falsely accused…by people who want to try and hide behind the First Amendment,” said Judy Meyer and Regina …
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No charges for fatal shooting

A Priest River man who fatally shot a suspected car burglar outside a shopping center last month will face no criminal charges.
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Swayne asks court for summary judgment

Attorneys representing North Idaho College President Nick Swayne have asked the court to grant him reinstatement without going to trial. Last Friday, Swayne’s legal counsel filed a motion for summary judgement in his lawsuit, which alleges that three NIC trustees violated the terms of his employment agreement when they placed …
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No charges for fatal shooting

A Priest River man who fatally shot a suspected car burglar outside a shopping center last month will face no criminal charges.
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Kootenai County commissioners ordered to restore assessor’s pay

A judge has ordered the Kootenai County Board of Commissioners to restore Assessor Bèla Kovacs’ salary, which the board cut in half last year after Kovacs missed statutory deadlines and failed to perform some of his duties.
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Swayne asks court for summary judgement

Attorneys representing North Idaho College President Nick Swayne have asked the court to grant him reinstatement without going to trial. Last Friday, Swayne’s legal counsel filed a motion for summary judgement in his lawsuit, which alleges that three NIC trustees violated the terms of his employment agreement when they placed …
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NIC trustee asks State Board of Ed to intervene

With a decision about North Idaho College’s accreditation on the horizon and board dysfunction continuing, one trustee has asked the Idaho State Board of Education to intervene in the hopes of saving NIC.
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NIC trustee asks State Board of Ed to intervene

With a decision about North Idaho College’s accreditation on the horizon and board dysfunction continuing, one trustee has asked the Idaho State Board of Education to intervene in the hopes of saving NIC.
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NIC trustee asks State Board of Ed to intervene

With a decision about North Idaho College’s accreditation on the horizon and board dysfunction continuing, one trustee has asked the Idaho State Board of Education to intervene in the hopes of saving NIC.
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Several accreditation outcomes possible for NIC

The fate of North Idaho College is expected to be revealed in July, when the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities announces whether it will retain accreditation. If the college loses accreditation, it may be impossible to regain.
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Several accreditation outcomes possible for NIC

The fate of North Idaho College is expected to be revealed in July, when the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities announces whether it will retain accreditation. If the college loses accreditation, it may be impossible to regain.
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Several accreditation outcomes possible for NIC

The fate of North Idaho College is expected to be revealed in July, when the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities announces whether it will retain accreditation. If the college loses accreditation, it may be impossible to regain.
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Judge upholds Swayne’s reinstatement

A Kootenai County judge reaffirmed her order requiring North Idaho College to reinstate Nick Swayne as the college’s active president. Judge Cynthia Meyer issued a written decision Wednesday afternoon denying NIC’s request that she overturn her March decision, which forced the college to restore Swayne to his job while his …
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Judge upholds Swayne’s reinstatement

A Kootenai County judge reaffirmed her order requiring North Idaho College to reinstate Nick Swayne as the college’s active president. Judge Cynthia Meyer issued a written decision Wednesday afternoon denying NIC’s request that she overturn her March decision, which forced the college to restore Swayne to his job while his …
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Kootenai Health takes first step toward nonprofit conversion

Kootenai Health trustees voted Tuesday to assume the operations of Kootenai Health Inc., a nonprofit organization.
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Gate could block proposed subdivision

Debate over a gate could block a proposed subdivision.
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NIC trustees hire new attorney

North Idaho College trustees conducted business Wednesday night, hiring new legal counsel for the college, taking a first look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 and approving tenure for faculty members.
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NIC trustees hire new attorney

North Idaho College trustees conducted business Wednesday night, hiring new legal counsel for the college, taking a first look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 and approving tenure for faculty members.
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NIC trustees hire new attorney

North Idaho College trustees conducted business Wednesday night, hiring new legal counsel for the college, taking a first look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 and approving tenure for faculty members.
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NIC releases Macomber report

A report issued by North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber recommended that trustees nullify President Nick Swayne’s employment contract due to an open meeting law violation that allegedly occurred the day Swayne was hired.
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NIC releases Macomber report

A report issued by North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber recommended that trustees nullify President Nick Swayne’s employment contract due to an open meeting law violation that allegedly occurred the day Swayne was hired.
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NIC releases Macomber report

A report issued by North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber recommended that trustees nullify President Nick Swayne’s employment contract due to an open meeting law violation that allegedly occurred the day Swayne was hired.
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NIC trustees nullify Swayne’s contract

▶️ Audio story available. North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to nullify the contract of President Nick Swayne but said he will continue as active president “until the board decides otherwise.”
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NIC trustees nullify Swayne’s contract

▶️ Audio story available. North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to nullify the contract of President Nick Swayne but said he will continue as active president “until the board decides otherwise.”
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NIC trustees nullify Swayne’s contract

North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to nullify the contract of President Nick Swayne but said he will continue as active president “until the board decides otherwise.”
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Former state trooper charged with murder

A former Idaho State Police officer has been charged with killing his wife. Daniel Charles Howard, 57, of Athol, was arrested Friday night and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the 2021 death of his wife, 48-year-old Kendy Howard. Jail records indicate that Daniel Howard also faces a felony …
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Former state trooper charged with murder

A former Idaho State Police officer has been charged with killing his wife. Daniel Charles Howard, 57, of Athol, was arrested Friday night and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the 2021 death of his wife, 48-year-old Kendy Howard. Jail records indicate that Daniel Howard also faces a felony …
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Former state trooper charged with murder

A former Idaho State Police officer has been charged with killing his wife. Daniel Charles Howard, 57, of Athol, was arrested Friday night and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the 2021 death of his wife, 48-year-old Kendy Howard. Jail records indicate that Daniel Howard also faces a felony …
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Emails show NIC trustees, lawyer planned meetings in private

Emails reveal that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner used personal email addresses to secretly prepare for the public meetings where the board majority hired Macomber and ousted NIC President Nick Swayne.
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Emails show NIC trustees, lawyer planned meetings in private

Emails reveal that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner used personal email addresses to secretly prepare for the public meetings where the board majority hired Macomber and ousted NIC President Nick Swayne.
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Man gets prison for charges related to rape

A man who admitted to raping a child has received a prison sentence.
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Emails show NIC trustees, lawyer planned meetings in private

Emails reveal that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner used personal email addresses to secretly prepare for the public meetings where the board majority hired Macomber and ousted NIC President Nick Swayne.
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Emails show NIC trustees, lawyer planned meetings in private

Emails reveal that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber and trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner used personal email addresses to secretly prepare for the public meetings where the board majority hired Macomber and ousted NIC President Nick Swayne.
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Parents get prison for child neglect

A husband and wife received 10-year prison sentences after pleading guilty to severe neglect that left their toddler near death.
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Kootenai County examines impact of Justice Building expansion

With a 60,000-square-foot Kootenai County Justice Building expansion on the horizon, the county will examine how to shuffle its offices to fill newly-available space on the downtown Coeur d’Alene campus.
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Kootenai County to consider coroner's office expansion

Kootenai County commissioners may consider impact fees to fund an expansion of the coroner’s facilities.
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Idaho Fish and Game to negotiate skeet club land purchase

After debate about the Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club’s annual rent cast doubt over its future existence, it appears the club will remain where it’s been since 1965.
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Fatal I-90 crash investigation continues

A woman injured in a police pursuit that culminated in a fatal crash last weekend has been released from the hospital and arrested for an unrelated warrant, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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County rejects residential facility for at-risk youth

Kootenai County commissioners nixed a proposed residential care facility for at-risk youth in the Wolf Lodge area.
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Cd’A Tribe rezone proposal moves forward

The Kootenai County Planning and Zoning Commission gave the green light Thursday to the biggest proposed rezone in county history.
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Fatal I-90 crash investigation continues

A woman injured in a police pursuit that culminated in a fatal crash last weekend has been released from the hospital and arrested for an unrelated warrant, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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Kootenai County commissioners amend wake ordinance

Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to replace some language in the county’s excessive wake ordinance and add a 150-foot “no tow” rule to the Spokane River.
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Federal judge to decide Whitcomb lawsuit against NIC

A lawsuit levied by former North Idaho College head wrestling coach Pat Whitcomb against NIC for what Whitcomb called an unfair dismissal went before a federal judge last week.
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Self service area planned for Ramsey Transfer Station

Kootenai County plans to create a "self-dumping" area for small loads at the Ramsey Transfer Station, which could dramatically decrease congestion at the site.
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Man sentenced for child sexual abuse

A man who confessed to having sexual contact with a minor has received a prison sentence. Jordan M. Cook, 34, of Coeur d’Alene, pleaded guilty in January to sexual abuse of a minor, a felony.
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Federal judge to decide Whitcomb lawsuit against NIC

A lawsuit levied by former North Idaho College head wrestling coach Pat Whitcomb against NIC for what Whitcomb called an unfair dismissal went before a federal judge last week.
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Judge considers motion to undo Swayne decision

A court hearing Friday morning revealed that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber appears to have widened the scope of his investigation into Nick Swayne’s employment agreement. The new details emerged while Judge Cynthia Meyer heard arguments as to whether she should undo her order that restored Swayne to his …
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Judge considers motion to undo Swayne decision

A court hearing Friday morning revealed that North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber appears to have widened the scope of his investigation into Nick Swayne’s employment agreement. The new details emerged while Judge Cynthia Meyer heard arguments as to whether she should undo her order that restored Swayne to his …
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South approved $40K exit bonus to temporary NIC employee

An email from North Idaho College President Nick Swayne indicates that Greg South, the interim president now on administrative leave, altered the contract of a temporary employee to add a $40,000 exit bonus after that employee had already resigned.
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NIC board meeting a no-go

A special meeting of the North Idaho College trustees did not happen Thursday night because Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner failed to show up.
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NIC board meeting a no-go

A special meeting of the North Idaho College trustees did not happen Thursday night because Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner failed to show up.
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South approved $40K exit bonus to temporary NIC employee

An email from North Idaho College President Nick Swayne indicates that Greg South, the interim president now on administrative leave, altered the contract of a temporary employee to add a $40,000 exit bonus after that employee had already resigned.
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Man charged with lewd conduct

A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he carried on a sexual relationship with a minor and created explicit videos of the conduct.
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Public NIC meeting canceled

North Idaho College trustees canceled the public portion of a special meeting Tuesday afternoon that had been announced about six hours prior.
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Public NIC meeting canceled

North Idaho College trustees canceled the public portion of a special meeting Tuesday afternoon that had been announced about six hours prior.
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Swayne responds to attempted reinstatement reversal

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has responded to the college’s attempt to reverse his court-ordered reinstatement, asserting that NIC has provided no new evidence that would render the court’s original decision incorrect.
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Swayne responds to attempted reinstatement reversal

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has responded to the college’s attempt to reverse his court-ordered reinstatement, asserting that NIC has provided no new evidence that would render the court’s original decision incorrect.
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Commission weighs proposed rezoning

The Kootenai County Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a proposal to rezone approximately 25,000 acres located within the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation boundaries.
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Justice Building expansion costs rise

The $24 million in federal funds that Kootenai County commissioners set aside last year to expand the Justice Building in downtown Coeur d’Alene won’t be enough to cover the entire project.
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NIC attorney billed $26K in February

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber billed more than $26,000 for legal services in February, public records show.
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NIC athletics conference change unlikely

North Idaho College won’t change athletics conferences any time soon — and recent efforts to do so reportedly jeopardized NIC’s relationship with the Northwest Athletic Conference.
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Overcrowding continues at county jail

Amid continued overcrowding, Kootenai County commissioners directed the Sheriff’s Office this week to determine how much it would cost to complete two unfinished dormitory pods at the county jail.
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NIC seeks to reverse Swayne’s reinstatement

Greg South, Todd Banducci and other leaders at North Idaho College are pushing back against a judge’s order to reinstate President Nick Swayne.
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NIC attorney billed $26K in February

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber billed more than $26,000 for legal services in February, public records show.
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NIC seeks to reverse Swayne’s reinstatement

Greg South, Todd Banducci and other leaders at North Idaho College are pushing back against a judge’s order to reinstate President Nick Swayne.
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Special Forces Association preserves stories of vets

Mike “Budweiser” Barkstrom enlisted in the U.S. Army with the intention of becoming a helicopter pilot, only to discover he was colorblind. “I didn’t know what was going to happen,” Barkstrom said. “The Army was going to do whatever they wanted to do with me. That was just the deal …
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Rezoning idea floated for NIC

A new idea to protect North Idaho College’s campus from development has emerged. Public records show that some officials with the city of Coeur d’Alene have floated the idea of working with NIC trustees to rezone the campus, forming a “university district.”
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Rezoning idea floated for NIC

A new idea to protect North Idaho College’s campus from development has emerged. Public records show that some officials with the city of Coeur d’Alene have floated the idea of working with NIC trustees to rezone the campus, forming a “university district.”
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NIC responds to community questions

As the deadline to respond to its accreditor approaches, North Idaho College leaders fielded questions from the community on Thursday. Around 100 people filled the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Student Union Building on campus for a community focus group organized by Kootenai County’s four chambers of commerce.
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NIC responds to community questions

As the deadline to respond to its accreditor approaches, North Idaho College leaders fielded questions from the community on Thursday. Around 100 people filled the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Student Union Building on campus for a community focus group organized by Kootenai County’s four chambers of commerce.
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NIC responds to community questions

As the deadline to respond to its accreditor approaches, North Idaho College leaders fielded questions from the community on Thursday. Around 100 people filled the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Student Union Building on campus for a community focus group organized by Kootenai County’s four chambers of commerce.
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Commissioners consider county employee pay

Kootenai County commissioners will assess pay steps for county employees rather than calculate a cost of living adjustment for employees as part of the fiscal year 2024 budget.
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13 dogs seized from Athol property.

Dogs taken from Athol home
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Kootenai Health to cancel Humana Medicare Advantage contract

A health care insurer's practice of incorrectly denying claims has led Kootenai Health to change its relationship with the insurer. Kootenai Health will cancel its contract with Humana for Medicare Advantage, citing high rates of claim denials. Beginning April 1, Kootenai Health and Kootenai Clinic providers will be considered “out …
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Library materials bill could reappear

Legislation that would make libraries civilly liable if minors obtain “obscene” materials from their collections could reappear before the House State Affairs Committee.
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Interim administrators leave North Idaho College

The interim provost and interim dean of student life hired by North Idaho College interim president Greg South are no longer employed by NIC. The college confirmed Tuesday that Sunday, March 5 was the last day of employment for Peggy Bradford and Jim Forkum, who both began Jan. 9 to …
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Woman jailed after skipping sentencing

A woman who pleaded guilty to stealing more than $1,500 in merchandise from Walmart and then skipped her sentencing is back in jail.
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Trustees make Swayne active president, place South on paid leave

North Idaho College still has two presidents, with Nick Swayne returned to his role as active president and Greg South placed on paid administrative leave Monday night.
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Youth arrests decline in Kootenai County

Half as many youths were arrested in Kootenai County last year than in 2020, according to a new report from the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections. J.D. Storm, juvenile corrections liaison for Districts 1 and 2, presented the report to Kootenai County Commissioners Tuesday.
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Interim administrators leave North Idaho College

The interim provost and interim dean of student life hired by North Idaho College interim president Greg South are no longer employed by NIC. The college confirmed Tuesday that Sunday, March 5 was the last day of employment for Peggy Bradford and Jim Forkum, who both began Jan. 9 to …
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Trustees make Swayne active president, place South on paid leave

North Idaho College still has two presidents, with Nick Swayne returned to his role as active president and Greg South placed on paid administrative leave Monday night.
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Legislators decline to settle delinquent property tax dispute

State legislators declined to settle a dispute over whether counties or cities get to keep the fees and interest charged on delinquent property taxes. The House Revenue and Taxation Committee considered House Bill 150 this week, which would require counties to distribute a proportional share of collected penalties and interest …
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Legislators decline to settle delinquent property tax dispute

State legislators declined to settle a dispute over whether counties or cities get to keep the fees and interest charged on delinquent property taxes. The House Revenue and Taxation Committee considered House Bill 150 this week, which would require counties to distribute a proportional share of collected penalties and interest …
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Legislators decline to settle delinquent property tax dispute

State legislators declined to settle a dispute over whether counties or cities get to keep the fees and interest charged on delinquent property taxes. The House Revenue and Taxation Committee considered House Bill 150 this week, which would require counties to distribute a proportional share of collected penalties and interest …
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JFAC recommends more funding for pay raises for community colleges

Legislators on the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee rejected budgetary items related to administrative hires at North Idaho College, instead embracing Gov. Brad Little’s recommendation to spread the requested money across Idaho’s four community colleges.
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Bill to offset U of I costs from student murders passes House

COEUR d’ALENE — A bill that would provide the University of Idaho with $1 million to help offset some of the costs resulting from the murder of four college students last November was passed Thursday by the Idaho House of Representatives and is headed for a Senate vote. House Bill …
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NIC trustees to meet Monday

North Idaho College trustees will convene Monday night for a special meeting, following a Friday night order from a Kootenai County judge to immediately reinstate Nick Swayne as the college’s acting president.
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NIC trustees to meet Monday

North Idaho College trustees will convene Monday night for a special meeting, following a Friday night order from a Kootenai County judge to immediately reinstate Nick Swayne as the college’s acting president.
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Human rights groups denounce attacks toward students

Regional human rights groups sent a joint letter this week to North Idaho College trustees and Interim President Greg South condemning harassment of college students at recent public meetings. The letter was signed by leaders of the Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations, as well as the human rights …
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Human rights groups denounce attacks toward students

Regional human rights groups sent a joint letter this week to North Idaho College trustees and Interim President Greg South condemning harassment of college students at recent public meetings. The letter was signed by leaders of the Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations, as well as the human rights …
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JFAC recommends more funding for pay raises for community colleges

Legislators on the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee rejected budgetary items related to administrative hires at North Idaho College, instead embracing Gov. Brad Little’s recommendation to spread the requested money across Idaho’s four community colleges.
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Judge orders NIC to reinstate Swayne

Special trustee meeting tonight
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Judge orders NIC to reinstate Swayne

Special trustee meeting tonight
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Judge orders NIC to reinstate Swayne

Special trustee meeting tonight
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Bill to offset U of I costs from student murders passes House

COEUR d’ALENE — A bill that would provide the University of Idaho with $1 million to help offset some of the costs resulting from the murder of four college students last November was passed Thursday by the Idaho House of Representatives and is headed for a Senate vote. House Bill …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS AGO

Bill to offset U of I costs from student murders passes House

COEUR d’ALENE — A bill that would provide the University of Idaho with $1 million to help offset some of the costs resulting from the murder of four college students last November was passed Thursday by the Idaho House of Representatives and is headed for a Senate vote. House Bill …
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Kootenai County helicopter unit takes off

Kootenai County’s own helicopter unit has been cleared for takeoff. County commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve an agreement between the sheriff’s office and the Kootenai County Regional Air Support Unit, a 501(c)(3) formed last year for this purpose. The two-year, donation-funded pilot program for the helicopter unit will …
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NIC gets new legal counsel for lawsuits

North Idaho College has acquired new legal representation for two of the lawsuits it’s currently facing. Attorneys Kelly Drew and Brittney Adams, of the firm Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, will represent the college in separate lawsuits filed against NIC by President Nick Swayne and Coeur d’Alene resident Mike Gridley.
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NIC Faculty Assembly censures trustees, college attorney

The North Idaho College Faculty Assembly have issued a resolution of censure against Trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner, as well as college attorney Art Macomber.
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Woman charged with trafficking meth

A Montana woman is in jail on $100,000 bail after police said they found hundreds of fentanyl pills in her vehicle. Rebecca Piper, 40, of Missoula, Mont., is charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of a controlled substance, both felonies.
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Commissioners question Kovacs on county policy

Kootenai County Assessor Bèla Kovacs faced pointed questions from commissioners on Tuesday about whether he followed policy when he recently placed an employee on administrative leave.
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NIC Faculty Assembly censures trustees, college attorney

The North Idaho College Faculty Assembly have issued a resolution of censure against Trustees Greg McKenzie, Todd Banducci and Mike Waggoner, as well as college attorney Art Macomber.
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Woman charged with trafficking meth

A Montana woman is in jail on $100,000 bail after police said they found hundreds of fentanyl pills in her vehicle. Rebecca Piper, 40, of Missoula, Mont., is charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of a controlled substance, both felonies.
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KCSO: Woman dies by suicide during traffic stop and arrest

A woman died by suicide last week during a traffic stop where police arrested a man on drug trafficking charges, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office. Last Friday, local law enforcement agencies conducted surveillance for Wyatt Warnken, a 31-year-old Post Falls resident who police described as a “known narcotics …
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NIC Diversity Council denounces harassment of students

After some community members heckled and hurled slurs at North Idaho College students at recent trustee meetings, the NIC Diversity Council has called on trustees and Interim President Greg South to publicly denounce the behavior.
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Man charged with distributing child porn

Police arrested a Kootenai County man last week who allegedly possessed and distributed hundreds of images of child sexual abuse material.
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NIC Diversity Council denounces harassment of students

After some community members heckled and hurled slurs at North Idaho College students at recent trustee meetings, the NIC Diversity Council has called on trustees and Interim President Greg South to publicly denounce the behavior.
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Judge considers injunction in Swayne’s lawsuit

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne revealed in court Thursday that a college trustee signaled an intention to remove him from his position months before the board placed him on administrative leave for no disciplinary reason. “Just wait, you only have 52 days left,” NIC Trustee Todd Banducci reportedly told …
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Judge considers injunction in Swayne’s lawsuit

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne revealed in court Thursday that a college trustee signaled an intention to remove him from his position months before the board placed him on administrative leave for no disciplinary reason. “Just wait, you only have 52 days left,” NIC Trustee Todd Banducci reportedly told …
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North Idaho College trustees make statement on accreditation

North Idaho College trustees have published a statement expressing their desire for the college to remain accredited in the wake of a show cause sanction by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
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North Idaho College trustees make statement on accreditation

North Idaho College trustees have published a statement expressing their desire for the college to remain accredited in the wake of a show cause sanction by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
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NIC trustees vote no to reinstating Swayne

The same three North Idaho College trustees who voted in December to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave voted during Wednesday’s board meeting to leave him there.
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NIC trustees vote no to reinstating Swayne

The same three North Idaho College trustees who voted in December to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave voted during Wednesday’s board meeting to leave him there.
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North Idaho College to withdraw subpoenas to staff, others

North Idaho College will withdraw all subpoenas issued last month to college employees, former trustees and others, according to emails obtained Tuesday by The Press.
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‘Rise for NIC’

In the wake of a show cause sanction from NIC’s accreditor — the last step before loss of accreditation — around 200 people gathered Tuesday afternoon in support of students, staff and faculty. Most had stories to share about how NIC has impacted their lives. Many community members called for …
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North Idaho College to withdraw subpoenas to staff, others

North Idaho College will withdraw all subpoenas issued last month to college employees, former trustees and others, according to emails obtained Tuesday by The Press.
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‘Rise for NIC’

In the wake of a show cause sanction from NIC’s accreditor — the last step before loss of accreditation — around 200 people gathered Tuesday afternoon in support of students, staff and faculty. Most had stories to share about how NIC has impacted their lives. Many community members called for …
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Moody’s downgrade could impact NIC

The recent downgrade of North Idaho College’s bond ratings could affect the college’s financial future.
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'Time to rally the troops'

North Idaho College Board Chair Greg McKenzie reportedly sent a text message to a student urging the public to make comments in support of the college’s current direction at next week’s board meeting. It will be the first meeting since NIC received a show cause sanction from its accreditor, the …
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'Time to rally the troops'

North Idaho College Board Chair Greg McKenzie reportedly sent a text message to a student urging the public to make comments in support of the college’s current direction at next week’s board meeting. It will be the first meeting since NIC received a show cause sanction from its accreditor, the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'Time to rally the troops'

North Idaho College Board Chair Greg McKenzie reportedly sent a text message to a student urging the public to make comments in support of the college’s current direction at next week’s board meeting. It will be the first meeting since NIC received a show cause sanction from its accreditor, the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

‘Significant dysfunction’ triggers ratings downgrades for NIC

Moody’s Investor Service has downgraded North Idaho College’s issuer and bond ratings, actions that affect $7.9 million in rated debt.
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Airport director departs

Steven Kjergaard has resigned from his position as Coeur d’Alene Airport Director. A three-sentence media release from the county on Thursday said the Board of County Commissioners accepted the Kjergaard's resignation that day and that a search for a new director would begin immediately.
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Judge rejects NIC subpoenas

A judge declined to hear an attorney's motion to request to withdraw from representing North Idaho College in a lawsuit filed against the college by President Nick Swayne. The judge also quashed subpoenas issued to two former trustees and the college’s former legal counsel. Boise-based attorney Bret Walther, who was …
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Judge rejects NIC subpoenas

A judge declined to hear an attorney's motion to request to withdraw from representing North Idaho College in a lawsuit filed against the college by President Nick Swayne. The judge also quashed subpoenas issued to two former trustees and the college’s former legal counsel. Boise-based attorney Bret Walther, who was …
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Judge rejects North Idaho College subpoenas

A judge declined to hear an attorney's motion to request to withdraw from representing North Idaho College in a lawsuit filed against the college by President Nick Swayne. The judge also quashed subpoenas issued to two former trustees and the college’s former legal counsel. Boise-based attorney Bret Walther, who was …
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NIC attorney withdraws from Swayne lawsuit

The attorney representing North Idaho College in the lawsuit levied by President Nick Swayne has filed a motion to withdraw as counsel, citing “irreconcilable breakdown of the attorney-client relationship.”
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‘No additional chances’: After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors

After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors
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No charges for false alarm at NIC

City prosecutors have declined to file charges against a local woman for a false fire alarm pulled at North Idaho College in December, citing a lack of evidence that she committed any crime.
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Man faces prison after shooting at wife

A Coeur d’Alene man could spend life in prison after he attempted to shoot his wife. Keenon L. Keyes, 36, was convicted in January of aggravated assault and felony injury to a child.
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‘No additional chances’: After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors

After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors
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‘No additional chances’: After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors

After show cause sanction, North Idaho College admin meet with accreditors
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NIC receives show cause letter from accrediting agency

North Idaho College received an action letter of “show cause” late Thursday from its accrediting organization, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. NIC has until March 13 to submit a report explaining why its accreditation should not be terminated.
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NIC receives show cause letter from accrediting agency

North Idaho College received an action letter of “show cause” late Thursday from its accrediting organization, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. NIC has until March 13 to submit a report explaining why its accreditation should not be terminated.
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Idaho Fish and Game may save skeet club

The future of the Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club has been uncertain, due to an ongoing debate about the club’s annual rent. But the club may have found an unlikely rescuer: Idaho Fish and Game.
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Trustee elections to continue at Kootenai Health: Will not affect hospital's conversion to nonprofit

As Kootenai Health continues its transition to a nonprofit organization, two seats on the board of trustees will be up for election in May — but the roles of those trustees will look different than they did in years past.
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Kootenai County commissioners choose new Airport Advisory Board

Citing “many issues with protocol and complaints” at the Coeur d’Alene Airport in Hayden, Kootenai County commissioners voted Tuesday to replace most of the Airport Advisory Board.
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County commissioners to seat new Airport Advisory Board

Kootenai County commissioners are expected to fill two vacant seats on the Airport Advisory Board today and replace the remaining five members.
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Legislators discuss school choice funding at town hall

More than 200 people attended a town hall meeting of 10 North Idaho legislators on Saturday at Candlelight Christian Fellowship. The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee organized the event, where legislators answered questions submitted by the public. In attendance were Sens. Carl Bjerke, R-Coeur d’Alene; Phil Hart, R-Kellogg; Doug Okuniewicz, …
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Former NIC trustees, lawyer seek to quash subpoenas

North Idaho College’s former attorney and two former trustees have asked a court to quash subpoenas seeking documents, emails, public record requests and other digital records related to the hiring of NIC President Nick Swayne, calling the subpoenas “unreasonable and oppressive.” Attorney Art Macomber issued a flurry of subpoenas last …
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Local students excel at Model United Nations

Students from two local high schools excelled at a Model United Nations conference at Boise State University. Model United Nations is a simulation of the U.N. General Assembly and its other bodies where students perform an ambassador role while debating topics related to the countries they’re assigned to represent. A …
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Details emerge in alleged Sandpoint patricide

A Sandpoint man who is charged with his father’s murder was allegedly attempting to flee the state when police arrested him Sunday in Kootenai County. Evan J. Owens, 26, is charged with second degree murder in connection with the death of his father, 80-year-old John Owens.
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Details emerge in alleged Sandpoint patricide

A Sandpoint man who is charged with his father’s murder was allegedly attempting to flee the state when police arrested him Sunday in Kootenai County. Evan J. Owens, 26, is charged with second degree murder in connection with the death of his father, 80-year-old John Owens.
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Homesharing program applications to open soon

Kootenai County residents in search of affordable housing will soon have a new resource to help them find it.
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Man gets prison for threatening to shoot school and police

Almost a year after his actions led to an armed standoff near Dalton Gardens Elementary School, a local man was sentenced Thursday to prison. Robert J. Green, 40, was convicted in December of three counts of aggravated assault on police with a deadly weapon and one count of threatening violence …
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Man gets prison for threatening to shoot school and police

Almost a year after his actions led to an armed standoff near Dalton Gardens Elementary School, a local man was sentenced Thursday to prison. Robert J. Green, 40, was convicted in December of three counts of aggravated assault on police with a deadly weapon and one count of threatening violence …
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Man gets prison for threatening to shoot school and police

Almost a year after his actions led to an armed standoff near Dalton Gardens Elementary School, a local man was sentenced Thursday to prison. Robert J. Green, 40, was convicted in December of three counts of aggravated assault on police with a deadly weapon and one count of threatening violence …
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Kootenai County commissioners reject cell tower

Kootenai County commissioners voted 2-1 Thursday to nix a cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road, reversing their previous decision to approve it.
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Legislators press South on accreditation, finances

Idaho legislators pressed North Idaho College Interim President Greg South on issues threatening the school’s accreditation Thursday morning, when he addressed the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee.
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Justice building expansion moves forward

Plans for a $22 million addition to the Justice Building located on Kootenai County’s main campus in downtown Coeur d’Alene continue to take shape.
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Legislators press South on accreditation, finances

Idaho legislators pressed North Idaho College Interim President Greg South on issues threatening the school’s accreditation Thursday morning, when he addressed the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee.
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South addresses legislators, answers questions about accreditation

North Idaho College Interim President Greg South lauded the school’s career and technical education programs and faced questions about accreditation Wednesday when he addressed the Idaho House Education and Senate Committees in Boise.
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County approves Hayden law enforcement agreement

Kootenai County commissioners approved on Tuesday the law enforcement services agreement between the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and the city of Hayden for fiscal year 2022.
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South addresses legislators, answers questions about accreditation

North Idaho College Interim President Greg South lauded the school’s career and technical education programs and faced questions about accreditation Wednesday when he addressed the Idaho House Education and Senate Committees in Boise.
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Internet crimes costly for Idahoans

Idahoans aged 50 and older lost more than $10.7 million to internet crimes in 2021, according to a report from the FBI. The real losses may be much higher than what are currently known. Many victims of internet crimes are reluctant to notify law enforcement. “They’re embarrassed because they feel …
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NIC trustees to consider student representation

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted unanimously Wednesday night to explore giving the student body president a seat at their table.
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Swayne asks court for injunction

Legal counsel representing North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has asked a Kootenai County court to prevent the college from making major changes until Swayne’s lawsuit, which seeks his reinstatement, is resolved.
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Swayne asks court for injunction

Legal counsel representing North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has asked a Kootenai County court to prevent the college from making major changes until Swayne’s lawsuit, which seeks his reinstatement, is resolved.
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NIC attorney billed nearly $25K in December

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber billed nearly $25,000 in December 2022 and the interim president’s consultant will receive more than $15,000 for 20 days of work, newly revealed public records show.
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Post Falls women charged with grand theft

Two Post Falls women are facing felony charges after they allegedly stole mail from more than 40 different people, including credit cards and W-2 statements.
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NIC trustees to consider student representation

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted unanimously Wednesday night to explore giving the student body president a seat at their table.
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Internet crimes costly for Idahoans

Idahoans aged 50 and older lost more than $10.7 million to internet crimes in 2021, according to a report from the FBI. The real losses may be much higher than what are currently known. Many victims of internet crimes are reluctant to notify law enforcement. “They’re embarrassed because they feel …
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NIC has three new leadership team members

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will convene tonight at 6 p.m. in the Student Union Building on the main NIC campus. Interim President Greg South is expected to introduce two of three new NIC employees: Peggy Bradford, NIC’s interim provost, and Debbie DiThomas, who the college confirmed Tuesday …
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Internet crimes costly for Idahoans

Idahoans aged 50 and older lost more than $10.7 million to internet crimes in 2021, according to a report from the FBI. The real losses may be much higher than what are currently known. Many victims of internet crimes are reluctant to notify law enforcement. “They’re embarrassed because they feel …
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Cd’A Airport could see commercial flights

Community members gathered Thursday night at the Stancraft Jet Center to learn about the possibility of a commercial terminal at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. The informational meeting was hosted by Stancraft and Avports, an airport operations management company based in Virginia, which has proposed the development of a commercial use …
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Interim president added to NIC lawsuit

A previously filed lawsuit now alleges that North Idaho College trustees lacked authority to hire interim president Greg South and that South has received “unjust enrichment” as a result.
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NIC amends accreditation response letter

North Idaho College sent an amended response to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization in order to correct an error.
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NIC trustees will meet Wednesday

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Edminster Student Union Building, Lake Coeur d’Alene Room on the main campus. It will be the first meeting since the board hired Interim President Greg South, who will present a report. Also on the agenda …
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Mmmmm, mac and cheese

Thousands of people hit the streets of downtown Coeur d’Alene on Saturday for what proved to be a bit of a scavenger hunt. The prize? Liquid gold. It was the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association’s sixth annual Mac & Cheese Festival, featuring dishes prepared by local chefs competing for the coveted …
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Interim president added to NIC lawsuit

A previously filed lawsuit now alleges that North Idaho College trustees lacked authority to hire interim president Greg South and that South has received “unjust enrichment” as a result.
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Cd’A Airport could see commercial flights

Community members gathered Thursday night at the Stancraft Jet Center to learn about the possibility of a commercial terminal at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. The informational meeting was hosted by Stancraft and Avports, an airport operations management company based in Virginia, which has proposed the development of a commercial use …
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NIC amends accreditation response letter

North Idaho College sent an amended response to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization in order to correct an error.
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NIC amends accreditation response letter

North Idaho College sent an amended response to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization in order to correct an error.
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Residents seek cell tower reversal

Kootenai County commissioners will reconsider a decision to approve a cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road. Around 60 residents gathered Thursday night for a reconsideration hearing, the vast majority of whom asked commissioners to deny the project.
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Interim president added to NIC lawsuit

A previously filed lawsuit now alleges that North Idaho College trustees lacked authority to hire interim president Greg South and that South has received “unjust enrichment” as a result.
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Cell tower reconsideration Thursday

Kootenai County commissioners will meet Thursday night to reconsider a proposed cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road.
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Schools explore dual credit options

North Idaho STEM Charter Academy in Rathdrum will scale back its dual credit offerings through North Idaho College, looking instead to partner with other educational institutions.
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NIC interim president receives 18-month contract

North Idaho College has committed to paying a minimum of $465,000 per year to its two presidents.
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Cd’A man charged with rape, sexual abuse

Joshua A. Ash, 28, of Coeur d'Alene, is in jail on $100,000 bail after he allegedly raped a minor.
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STEM Charter dials back dual credit at NIC

North Idaho STEM Charter Academy in Rathdrum will scale back its dual credit offerings through North Idaho College, looking instead to partner with other educational institutions.
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Kootenai County leaders sworn in

Kootenai County Clerk Jennifer Locke shared a laugh with outgoing clerk Jim Brannon Monday after she was sworn into office, alongside the rest of the county’s elected officials.
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NIC interim president receives 18-month contract

North Idaho College has committed to paying a minimum of $465,000 per year to its two presidents.
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NIC attorney subpoenas employees, former trustees

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber issued 15 subpoenas this week to college employees, former trustees and others, seeking documents, emails, public record requests and other digital records related to the hiring of NIC President Nick Swayne.
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NIC attorney subpoenas employees, former trustees

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber issued 15 subpoenas this week to college employees, former trustees and others, seeking documents, emails, public record requests and other digital records related to the hiring of NIC President Nick Swayne.
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NIC attorney subpoenas employees, former trustees

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber issued 15 subpoenas this week to college employees, former trustees and others, seeking documents, emails, public record requests and other digital records related to the hiring of NIC President Nick Swayne.
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NIC responds to accreditor's warning

North Idaho College has responded to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization. In a letter dated Dec. 17, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities cautioned NIC that the board’s recent actions do not align with eligibility requirements and standards for accreditation and gave the college …
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DNA, other evidence led investigators to Kohberger

Investigators said they used DNA evidence, phone records and surveillance footage to link murder suspect Bryan Kohberger to the killings of four University of Idaho students, according to newly unsealed court documents.
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NIC responds to accreditor's warning

North Idaho College has responded to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization. In a letter dated Dec. 17, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities cautioned NIC that the board’s recent actions do not align with eligibility requirements and standards for accreditation and gave the college …
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DNA, other evidence led investigators to Kohberger

Investigators said they used DNA evidence, phone records and surveillance footage to link murder suspect Bryan Kohberger to the killings of four University of Idaho students, according to newly unsealed court documents.
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DNA, other evidence led investigators to Kohberger

Investigators said they used DNA evidence, phone records and surveillance footage to link murder suspect Bryan Kohberger to the killings of four University of Idaho students, according to newly unsealed court documents.
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NIC interim president receives 18-month contract

North Idaho College has committed to paying a minimum of $465,000 per year to its two presidents.
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Another type of warning for NIC

North Idaho College’s bond ratings are under review for downgrade, following recent actions by the board of trustees.
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Another type of warning for NIC

North Idaho College’s bond ratings are under review for downgrade, following recent actions by the board of trustees.
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Kootenai County commissioners reflect on 2022

As Kootenai County’s three commissioners reflect on the year that was and look ahead to the future, one won’t return for another term.
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Post Falls man identified after fatal shooting

Authorities identified the man who police fatally shot Thursday after he allegedly drove a pickup truck into patrol vehicles on purpose.
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Moscow murder suspect arrested

Police arrested a Washington State University graduate student early Friday in connection with the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
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Moscow murder suspect arrested

Police arrested a Washington State University graduate student early Friday in connection with the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
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Post Falls man identified after fatal shooting

Authorities identified the man who police fatally shot Thursday after he allegedly drove a pickup truck into patrol vehicles on purpose.
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Moscow murder suspect arrested

Police arrested a Washington State University graduate student early Friday in connection with the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
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Post Falls chase ends in fatal shooting

Police apparently shot and killed a person suspected of intentionally driving a pickup truck into patrol vehicles Thursday in Post Falls.
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Post Falls chase ends in fatal shooting

Police apparently shot and killed a person suspected of intentionally driving a pickup truck into patrol vehicles Thursday in Post Falls.
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Post Falls chase ends in fatal shooting

Police apparently shot and killed a person suspected of intentionally driving a pickup truck into patrol vehicles Thursday in Post Falls.
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Blogger's attorney responds to defamation lawsuit

A local blogger who accused a drag performer of indecent exposure has responded to a defamation lawsuit filed against her, denying the accusations.
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Blogger's attorney responds to defamation lawsuit

A local blogger who accused a drag performer of indecent exposure has responded to a defamation lawsuit filed against her, denying the accusations.
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Blogger's attorney responds to defamation lawsuit

A local blogger who accused a drag performer of indecent exposure has responded to a defamation lawsuit filed against her, denying the accusations.
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Passenger terminal decision on hold for airport

Kootenai County commissioners put off a decision Tuesday on whether to approve a 25-year lease for the development of a commercial use passenger terminal at the Coeur d’Alene Airport, pending additional input from legal counsel.
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Hayden man charged with rape, incest

A Hayden man is in jail, accused of raping a family member on Christmas Eve.
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Many have invested in NIC

Tony Stewart knows more than most about thorny property issues in Coeur d’Alene. In the 1970s, Stewart led the fight to prevent the construction of condos on Yap-Keehn-Um Beach, the 3,400-foot stretch of waterfront adjacent to the North Idaho College campus. He was a political science instructor at NIC then, …
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Many have invested in NIC

Tony Stewart knows more than most about thorny property issues in Coeur d’Alene. In the 1970s, Stewart led the fight to prevent the construction of condos on Yap-Keehn-Um Beach, the 3,400-foot stretch of waterfront adjacent to the North Idaho College campus. He was a political science instructor at NIC then, …
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North Idaho College trustees hire interim president

North Idaho College now has two presidents — one on administrative leave and a newly hired interim president.
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North Idaho College trustees hire interim president

North Idaho College now has two presidents — one on administrative leave and a newly hired interim president.
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Lawsuit filed against NIC, trustees and attorney

The former city attorney for Coeur d’Alene has filed a lawsuit against North Idaho College, accusing three trustees and the college’s new attorney of fraud and of violating Idaho’s open meeting laws. Mike Gridley, who retired in March after 20 years with the city, filed the lawsuit Monday in his …
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NIC trustees to meet Wednesday

North Idaho College trustees will attempt to correct numerous open meeting law violations made last week when they convene Wednesday. Meanwhile, the college’s former attorney has cautioned NIC leadership that doubling down on recent decisions will result in “cataclysmic damage to the institution.”
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Lawsuit filed against NIC, trustees and attorney

The former city attorney for Coeur d’Alene has filed a lawsuit against North Idaho College, accusing three trustees and the college’s new attorney of fraud and of violating Idaho’s open meeting laws. Mike Gridley, who retired in March after 20 years with the city, filed the lawsuit Friday in his …
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NIC trustees to meet Wednesday

North Idaho College trustees will attempt to correct numerous open meeting law violations made last week when they convene Wednesday. Meanwhile, the college’s former attorney has cautioned NIC leadership that doubling down on recent decisions will result in “cataclysmic damage to the institution.”
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Wind chill watch today

Dangerous, below-zero wind chills are possible today, according to an advisory from the National Weather Service. A wind chill watch is in effect from late Tuesday through late Thursday, affecting portions of North Idaho, including Athol, Bonners Ferry, Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Sandpoint and Worley. The Spokane area will …
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Wind chill watch today

Dangerous, below-zero wind chills are possible today, according to an advisory from the National Weather Service. A wind chill watch is in effect from late Tuesday through late Thursday, affecting portions of North Idaho, including Athol, Bonners Ferry, Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Sandpoint and Worley. The Spokane area will …
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NIC’s future uncertain if accreditation is lost

If North Idaho College loses accreditation, two things are certain: credits earned won’t be transferable and students won’t be eligible for federal financial aid. Beyond that, the path is foggy.
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Swayne sues North Idaho College

After trustees placed him on administrative leave last week, NIC President Nick Swayne is suing the college and asking to be reinstated.
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Swayne sues North Idaho College

After trustees placed him on administrative leave last week, NIC President Nick Swayne is suing the college and asking to be reinstated.
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Lyons responds to Macomber's claims

The former attorney for North Idaho College is pushing back against accusations leveled against him by Art Macomber, the college's new legal counsel.
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NIC employees vote no confidence in board

North Idaho College faculty and staff issued votes of no confidence in the board of trustees this week. Separate resolutions passed by both bodies contend that the board is failing to support the college’s mission and call for NIC President Nick Swayne to be immediately restored to his role after …
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NIC employees vote no confidence in board

North Idaho College faculty and staff issued votes of no confidence in the board of trustees this week. Separate resolutions passed by both bodies contend that the board is failing to support the college’s mission and call for NIC President Nick Swayne to be immediately restored to his role after …
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Lyons responds to Macomber's claims

The former attorney for North Idaho College is pushing back against accusations leveled against him by Art Macomber, the college's new legal counsel.
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State’s control limited at NIC

Though state-level leaders are closely watching the chaos at North Idaho College, they have limited control over the college’s operations. “It is unfortunate to see the college experiencing turmoil amid an ongoing investigation into its accreditation — which would significantly impact current NIC students, businesses and the entire region if …
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North Idaho College investigating false alarms

Only one of two fire alarms that sounded Saturday during a chaotic meeting of the North Idaho College board of trustees was intentional, officials said Monday. NIC chief communications officer Laura Rumpler confirmed that an unidentified person intentionally pulled the first alarm, while the second alarm was sounded by mistake …
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North Idaho College investigating false alarms

Only one of two fire alarms that sounded Saturday during a chaotic meeting of the North Idaho College board of trustees was intentional, officials said Monday. NIC chief communications officer Laura Rumpler confirmed that an unidentified person intentionally pulled the first alarm, while the second alarm was sounded by mistake …
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Sebaaly turns down NIC trustees

NIC trustees announced during a special meeting Saturday that Michael Sebaaly — who served as interim president of the college for roughly 10 months, until President Nick Swayne was hired last summer — had declined their offer to return to serve as acting president.
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Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil

Community members on and off the North Idaho College campus are responding to two fiery meetings of the board of trustees this week. A divided board voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave and invite former wrestling coach and interim president Michael Sebaaly to replace him.
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Sebaaly turns down NIC trustees

NIC trustees announced during a special meeting Saturday that Michael Sebaaly — who served as interim president of the college for roughly 10 months, until President Nick Swayne was hired last summer — had declined their offer to return to serve as acting president.
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Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil

Community members on and off the North Idaho College campus are responding to two fiery meetings of the board of trustees this week. A divided board voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave and invite former wrestling coach and interim president Michael Sebaaly to replace him.
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NIC's Swayne placed on administrative leave

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on immediate administrative leave and ask Michael Sebaaly, the former interim president, to return as acting president.
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Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil

Community members on and off the North Idaho College campus are responding to two fiery meetings of the board of trustees this week. A divided board voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave and invite former wrestling coach and interim president Michael Sebaaly to replace him.
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NIC's Swayne placed on administrative leave

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on immediate administrative leave and ask Michael Sebaaly, the former interim president, to return as acting president.
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NIC board places president on administrative leave, will ask Sebaaly to return as president

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on immediate administrative leave and ask Michael Sebaaly, the former interim president, to return as acting president.
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Man convicted after armed standoff

A jury convicted a man last week who was shot by police after an hours-long, armed standoff near an elementary school earlier this year. Robert J. Green, 40, of Dalton Gardens, was convicted of three counts of aggravated assault on police with a deadly weapon and one count of threatening …
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NIC board meeting raises questions

When the North Idaho College Board of Trustees convened Monday night, one trustee arrived with copies of a resolution to hire a new attorney and a fee agreement related to that hiring.
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NIC board meeting raises questions

When the North Idaho College Board of Trustees convened Monday night, one trustee arrived with copies of a resolution to hire a new attorney and a fee agreement related to that hiring.
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Has Kootenai Health outgrown the hospital district model?

Kootenai Health’s leadership is poised to decide whether the hospital district should transition from being government-owned to a nonprofit organization. But some feel the decision may be too hasty.
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Kootenai Health trustees contemplate nonprofit conversion

Kootenai Health trustees met Tuesday to discuss whether the hospital district should transition from being government-owned to a nonprofit organization. The group examined a white paper published last week by Kootenai Health, which outlines the benefits, drawbacks and considerations for transition to a 501(c)3. The white paper is available at …
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New NIC board elects McKenzie chair, hires Macomber

North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to select a new board chairman, hire a new college attorney on the spot and freeze the hiring for new and vacant positions within the president’s cabinet.
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Hayden lights up for holidays

Holiday cheer was in the air Saturday night as hundreds braved the cold to watch the Hayden lights parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Among them was Shelley Hickox of Hayden, whose 4-year-old daughter basked in the sights and sounds of her first holiday parade — particularly the fire trucks. …
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Has Kootenai Health outgrown the hospital district model?

Kootenai Health’s leadership is poised to decide whether the hospital district should transition from being government-owned to a nonprofit organization. But some feel the decision may be too hasty.
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Cd’A man charged with child sexual abuse

A man is in jail on $100,000 bail after he allegedly confessed to having sexual contact with a minor.
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P&Z recommends massive Cougar Gulch rezone

The Kootenai County Planning and Zoning Commission recommended Tuesday that the county rezone most of Cougar Gulch, a move residents hope will help protect the area’s water supply.
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Crashes pile up on snowy roads

Local law enforcement agencies were slammed Wednesday as a snowstorm blanketed North Idaho and motorists faced treacherous road conditions. Amid the storm, the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management urged drivers to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
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Patriot Front member pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A man accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to disturbing the peace. Alexander N. Sisenstein, 27, of Midvale, Utah, entered a written guilty plea Monday to the misdemeanor offense, which is punishable by a …
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Kootenai County responds to skeet club complaint

Kootenai County commissioners have disputed claims that the county is in violation of its federal grant obligations by allowing the Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club to pay around $1,000 annually to rent land at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. A complaint filed anonymously in October with the Federal Aviation Administration …
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Patriot Front member pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A man accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to disturbing the peace. Alexander N. Sisenstein, 27, of Midvale, Utah, entered a written guilty plea Monday to the misdemeanor offense, which is punishable by a …
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Patriot Front member pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A man accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to disturbing the peace. Alexander N. Sisenstein, 27, of Midvale, Utah, entered a written guilty plea Monday to the misdemeanor offense, which is punishable by a …
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Lyons resigns as North Idaho College attorney

After 23 years of service, Marc Lyons has resigned as the attorney for North Idaho College. Lyons tendered his resignation Friday, effective when accepted by NIC President Nick Swayne and the board of trustees.
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Rathdrum Lions Club to provide community dinner

The Rathdrum Lions Club invites the community to a free meal and to learn more about the organization Monday. The spaghetti dinner is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Lions clubhouse at the corner of Highway 53 and Meyer Road in Rathdrum. After dinner, the public can …
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Kootenai County passes election audit

Kootenai County was one of the eight counties randomly chosen for an election audit by the Idaho Secretary of State. New this year, the audits were created after the Idaho Legislature passed House Bill 349 and Senate Bill 1274, which created a post-election audit after each primary and general election.
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Fugitive with California gang ties arrested after traffic stop

A recent traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a man wanted on a federal warrant for murder, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy stopped Richie W. Michelson, 39, for allegedly speeding Sunday in Dalton Gardens. Police then discovered that Michelson had a full extradition warrant related …
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Tax bills on the way

Kootenai County property owners will soon receive their 2022 tax bills.
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Tackling growth together

There’s no silver bullet to fix the issues of growth and housing that face Kootenai County residents. “There’s not one thing,” Coeur d’Alene City Council member and affordable housing advocate Kiki Miller told a crowd this week. “There’s a bunch of different things we have to try to deploy.” Around …
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Pair charged in bowling alley robbery waive hearings

Two Spokane residents charged with staging a robbery at Sunset Bowling Center have waived their right to a preliminary hearing. Brett C. Sears, 38, is charged with burglary, grand theft, eluding and criminal conspiracy, all felonies. Prosecutors also filed a habitual offender enhancement. Sears is expected to formally enter a …
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Kootenai Health not for sale

Kootenai Health leadership shut down speculation this week that another entity is preparing to buy the hospital. “There are no discussions with any health care organization to purchase Kootenai Health,” hospital CEO Jon Ness said Tuesday. Readers have reached out to The Press asking for clarity on rumors circulating about …
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Community mourns U of I students

By candlelight, in bitter cold, the friends and neighbors of four slain University of Idaho students wept and held one another. They also smiled through their tears as they reminisced about their lost loved ones. More than 200 people gathered Wednesday night at Independence Point to honor Madison Mogen, 21, …
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Community mourns U of I students

By candlelight, in bitter cold, the friends and neighbors of four slain University of Idaho students wept and held one another. They also smiled through their tears as they reminisced about their lost loved ones. More than 200 people gathered Wednesday night at Independence Point to honor Madison Mogen, 21, …
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Community mourns U of I students

By candlelight, in bitter cold, the friends and neighbors of four slain University of Idaho students wept and held one another. They also smiled through their tears as they reminisced about their lost loved ones. More than 200 people gathered Wednesday night at Independence Point to honor Madison Mogan, 21, …
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Community mourns U of I students

By candlelight, in bitter cold, the friends and neighbors of four slain University of Idaho students wept and held one another. They also smiled through their tears as they reminisced about their lost loved ones. More than 200 people gathered Wednesday night at Independence Point to honor Madison Mogen, 21, …
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Kootenai Health not for sale

Kootenai Health leadership shut down speculation this week that another entity is preparing to buy the hospital. “There are no discussions with any health care organization to purchase Kootenai Health,” hospital CEO Jon Ness said Tuesday. Readers have reached out to The Press asking for clarity on rumors circulating about …
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Police: ‘Edged weapon’ killed U of I students

An “edged weapon, such as a knife” was used in the homicide deaths of four University of Idaho students, Moscow police said Tuesday morning.
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Police: ‘Edged weapon’ killed U of I students

An “edged weapon, such as a knife” was used in the homicide deaths of four University of Idaho students, Moscow police said Tuesday morning.
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Police: ‘Edged weapon’ killed U of I students

An “edged weapon, such as a knife” was used in the homicide deaths of four University of Idaho students, Moscow police said Tuesday morning.
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U of I students found dead, three from Kootenai County

Moscow police have released few details about the deaths, which are being investigated as homicides. Authorities do not believe there is an active threat to the community. No suspects were in custody Monday afternoon. Kaylee Goncalves, 21, of Rathdrum, was a senior majoring in general studies. She graduated from Lake …
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U of I students found dead, three from Kootenai County

Moscow police have released few details about the deaths, which are being investigated as homicides. Authorities do not believe there is an active threat to the community. No suspects were in custody Monday afternoon. Kaylee Goncalves, 21, of Rathdrum, was a senior majoring in general studies. She graduated from Lake …
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U of I students found dead, three from Kootenai County

Moscow police have released few details about the deaths, which are being investigated as homicides. Authorities do not believe there is an active threat to the community. No suspects were in custody Monday afternoon. Kaylee Goncalves, 21, of Rathdrum, was a senior majoring in general studies. She graduated from Lake …
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U of I students found dead, three from Kootenai County

Moscow police have released few details about the deaths, which are being investigated as homicides. Authorities do not believe there is an active threat to the community. No suspects were in custody Monday afternoon. Kaylee Goncalves, 21, of Rathdrum, was a senior majoring in general studies. She graduated from Lake …
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Shooting club's future in jeopardy

Generations of North Idahoans know the thrill of holding a shotgun, stock tucked into shoulder, as they raise the barrel, squeeze the trigger and shoot a clay target flying away like a pigeon or grouse. And for decades, they’ve done it at Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club, a range …
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Hayden honors Cold War veteran

Harold “Hal” Donahue was just eight years old when World War II broke out. As he listened to the war news each night, he would turn a globe and stick pins wherever battles were happening. “I remember feeling disappointed and angry that I wasn’t old enough to fight,” he said. …
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Split results in NIC trustee races

The contentious battle over three seats on North Idaho College’s board of trustees resulted in a split victory for one slate of candidates.
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Embattled assessor retains office

After an election cycle marked by sharp criticism from his staff, an unprecedented pay cut and a lawsuit, Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs appeared victorious Wednesday in his bid to retain his office over write-in candidate Bob Scott. Meanwhile, Republican incumbent Leslie Duncan won the county’s only contested commissioner rac
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Election night results incomplete for NIC trustee races

The nonpartisan but hotly-contested races for three seats on North Idaho College’s Board of Trustees remained undecided late Tuesday, with only about 5,300 ballots counted at press time.
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Assessor race continues

The race between embattled Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs and write-in candidate Bob Scott remained up in the air late Tuesday night.
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Kootenai County commissioner race undecided

Republican incumbent Leslie Duncan was well ahead of Democratic candidate Ruben Miranda late Tuesday in the county’s only contested commissioner race, based on early voting results.
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Kootenai County election staff addresses rule violation

After a poll watcher allegedly violated a rule on Monday meant to protect voting information, Kootenai County election staff said they addressed the matter quickly.
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Oak Crest residents band together

“Hope for $1.” Those words are written on the outside of a binder, beside a map of Oak Crest, a mobile home community in Coeur d’Alene where almost half of the nearly 500 residents have agreed to form a cooperative in hopes of one day buying the park. The initial …
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PAC power: Most local campaign spending from PACs

Candidates for contested county races and the North Idaho College board of trustees have raised more than $75,000 since the May primary election and spent around $48,000.
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Empowering women: Local ladies honored at milestone Soroptimist event

Ashlee Aurora puts other people first. A resident care manager at Children’s Village in Coeur d’Alene, she works tirelessly behind the scenes for some of the most vulnerable children in this community. But all eyes were on her Friday at the 40th annual Women of Distinction luncheon, where local women …
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Gozzer expansion approved

Kootenai County commissioners voted Thursday to approve the expansion of a planned unit development owned by Gozzer Ranch Gold and Lake Club.
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Kootenai County signs off on impact fees for fire, EMS

Kootenai County commissioners adopted a resolution this week authorizing the county to collect impact fees meant to help fire districts and emergency medical services keep pace with growth.
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NIC to mull plans for Military Drive homes

North Idaho College may soon explore long-term plans for what to do with the residential properties it owns along Military Drive.
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Kootenai County approves new employee medical benefits

Kootenai County employees will be able to choose additional medical benefits for major procedures beginning Jan. 1. Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve an agreement with Edison Healthcare, which provides coverage for “medical tourism” for complex procedures like transplants and spinal surgeries at certain facilities.
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NIC to mull plans for Military Drive homes

North Idaho College may soon explore long-term plans for what to do with the residential properties it owns along Military Drive.
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Not a fighter, but a survivor

Breast cancer has changed Elizabeth, a retired teacher in her mid-60s. But not in a bad way. “It is what it is, but it becomes what you make of it,” she said. In September 2020, Elizabeth saw her doctor for her yearly physical exam. She was only supposed to get …
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Idaho nonprofits pinched by inflation

Giving to Idaho nonprofits is up, according to a new report from the Idaho Nonprofit Center. But nonprofits are still feeling the squeeze of inflation.
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Idaho nonprofits pinched by inflation

Giving to Idaho nonprofits is up, according to a new report from the Idaho Nonprofit Center. But nonprofits are still feeling the squeeze of inflation.
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Not a fighter, but a survivor

Breast cancer has changed Elizabeth, a retired teacher in her mid-60s. But not in a bad way. “It is what it is, but it becomes what you make of it,” she said. In September 2020, Elizabeth saw her doctor for her yearly physical exam. She was only supposed to get …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Idaho nonprofits pinched by inflation

Giving to Idaho nonprofits is up, according to a new report from the Idaho Nonprofit Center. But nonprofits are still feeling the squeeze of inflation.
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NIC trustees approve property purchase

North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to approve the $620,000 purchase of a residential home on Military Drive as part of the college’s long-range planning efforts. The home is located at 737 N. Military Drive.
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Extension granted in defamation lawsuit

A North Idaho blogger sued for defamation after falsely accusing a drag performer of indecent exposure has not yet filed a response with the court. Kootenai County resident Eric Posey performed June 11 at the Pride in the Park celebration in Coeur d’Alene. The next day, blogger Summer Bushnell published …
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Kootenai County to request new judge

Kootenai County will request an additional district court judge for fiscal year 2025.
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County responds to assessor’s suit

Kootenai County has responded to a court appeal filed by Assessor Bela Kovacs over commissioners’ decision to cut his pay, asking the court to dismiss the petition with prejudice.
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NIC trustees approve property purchase

North Idaho College trustees voted 3-2 Monday night to approve the $620,000 purchase of a residential home on Military Drive as part of the college’s long-range planning efforts. The home is located at 737 N. Military Drive.
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Food insecurity on the rise

A food drive from noon to 1 p.m. today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2801 N. 4th St., Coeur d’Alene, will benefit the Community Action Partnership food bank.
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NIC experts weigh in

Amid a contentious race for three open seats on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees, former trustees and executive staff shed light on the roles and responsibilities of those elected to the board. Around 50 people gathered Thursday night at the Harding Family Center in Coeur d’Alene for the …
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Free genealogy event Saturday

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Hayden Lake Family History Center will present a free family history Discovery Day tomorrow.
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Man charged in alleged knife attack

A judge denied a motion Thursday to release a man accused of attempting to carjack a woman at knifepoint.
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Indoctrination narrative unsubstantiated

Claims shared by two candidates for the North Idaho College Board of Trustees that an instructor forced students to write a pro-abortion essay appear to be false.
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Conflict attorneys get raise

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously this week to raise wages for the attorneys who step in when public defenders can’t take a case. A conflict attorney is a private attorney assigned to handle the case of an indigent defendant who can’t be represented by the public defender due to conflict …
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Indoctrination narrative unsubstantiated

Claims shared by two candidates for the North Idaho College Board of Trustees that an instructor forced students to write a pro-abortion essay appear to be false.
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Bedke aims for Idaho’s No. 2 spot

A little more than 20 years ago, when Scott Bedke was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Idaho Legislature, he left his family’s ranch in Oakley with one thought at the forefront of his mind. “If I’m going to leave that to go to the Legislature, I’ve got to …
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Bedke aims for Idaho’s No. 2 spot

A little more than 20 years ago, when Scott Bedke was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Idaho Legislature, he left his family’s ranch in Oakley with one thought at the forefront of his mind. “If I’m going to leave that to go to the Legislature, I’ve got to …
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Bedke aims for Idaho’s No. 2 spot

A little more than 20 years ago, when Scott Bedke was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Idaho Legislature, he left his family’s ranch in Oakley with one thought at the forefront of his mind. “If I’m going to leave that to go to the Legislature, I’ve got to …
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Former teacher sentenced to life for sexual abuse

A former teacher received a life sentence for the “horrific” sexual abuse of two children. Ronald D. Stone, 64, was convicted in June of two counts of lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16. First District Judge Cynthia Meyer sentenced Stone on Thursday to life in prison, …
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Former teacher gets life sentence for sexual abuse

A former teacher convicted of sexually abusing two children received a life sentence. Ronald D. Stone, 64, was convicted in June of two counts of lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16.
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Spokane pair staged robbery, police say

Two Washington residents are facing felony charges after they allegedly staged a robbery at Sunset Bowling Center earlier this month. Brett C. Sears, 38, of Spokane, is charged with burglary, grand theft, eluding and criminal conspiracy. Prosecutors also filed a habitual offender enhancement. Lindsey A. Little, 36, of Spokane Valley, …
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A green light for impact fees for fire and EMS

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to approve a recommendation to impose impact fees supporting the county’s fire districts and emergency medical services.
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Woman charged with animal cruelty

A woman is facing criminal charges after police said she kept dozens of animals in unsanitary conditions. Samantha R. Ohara, 30, of Coeur d’Alene, is charged with 20 counts of cruelty to animals and one count of injury to a child, all misdemeanors.
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Morgue trailer agreement approved

Kootenai County commissioners approved an agreement Tuesday that details the use of a new refrigerated morgue trailer that will be shared with Benewah and Bonner Counties. The morgue trailer is intended for “mass fatalities,” defined as more than five deaths in a 24-hour period or resulting from a sole incident.
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New Cd’A sign code in effect

The city of Coeur d’Alene’s new sign code is in effect. That means, among other things, that business owners must now apply for permits in order to temporarily place the A-frame signs commonly seen on sidewalks downtown. The Coeur d’Alene City Council voted unanimously in March to repeal its 2007 …
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State declines to proceed with People's Pen prosecution

After investigating allegations that a publication called the People’s Pen violated Idaho campaign finance laws, the Secretary of State’s Office has declined to proceed with prosecution at this time. The investigation launched after North Idaho resident Sandy Patano filed two complaints, alleging that the People’s Pen presented itself as an …
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Sheriff’s Office aims for helicopter unit

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office plans to ask commissioners to approve a two-year, donation-funded pilot program for a helicopter unit. If it takes off, the Kootenai County Regional Air Support Unit would be the first of its kind in Idaho. Sheriff Bob Norris pitched the idea to commissioners on Tuesday. …
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Potlatch Hill cell tower permit approved

Kootenai County commissioners voted 2-1 Thursday to approve a proposed cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road that received overwhelming negative feedback from the public.
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Candlelight to remain polling place

Candlelight Christian Fellowship will remain a polling place through November’s general election. Commissioners voted 2-1 on Tuesday to to approve the location of all polling places for the Nov. 8 election, including Candlelight. The vote came a week after Commissioners Bill Brooks and Chris Fillios sought counsel on the legality …
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NIC terminates Fort Ground Grill lease

NIC Interim Vice President of Finance Sarah Garcia confirmed Monday that the college gave the seller a 60-day notice on Friday.
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NIC terminates Fort Ground Grill lease

Interim Vice President of Finance Sarah Garcia confirmed Monday that the college gave the seller a 60-day notice on Friday.
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Kovacs seeks reversal of commissioners' decision

A petition for judicial review was filed by Kovacs last week in district court. It alleges that Commissioners Bill Brooks, Chris Fillios and Leslie Duncan exceeded their authority when they made the “unprecedented” decision to slash Kovacs’ pay. He alleges that, in doing so, commissioners have impeded his ability to …
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Candlelight likely to remain polling place

Kootenai County commissioners are likely to reverse a tentative decision to move the polling place currently located at Candlelight Christian Fellowship. Commissioners Bill Brooks and Chris Fillios voted Tuesday in favor of changing the polling location for precincts 403 and 405 from Candlelight to Community United Methodist Church, pending an …
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Potlatch Hill residents oppose cell tower

Emotions ran high Thursday night when Kootenai County residents shared their concerns on a proposed cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road with commissioners. The board will deliberate the proposal Oct. 6 at 9 a.m. at the Kootenai County administration building. Ingle, AT&T and SmartLink are seeking a conditional-use permit to …
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Kootenai County will fund lake water analysis

Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to commit $50,000 to a project analyzing lake water samples for trace and toxic metals. Bill Brooks and Chris Fillios voted to provide the funds, which will come from the fiscal year 2022 community support budget. Leslie Duncan was not present for the meeting.
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Sebaaly resigns from North Idaho College

North Idaho College wrestling coach and former interim president Mike Sebaaly has resigned.
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County will fund lake water analysis

Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to commit $50,000 to a project analyzing lake water samples for trace and toxic metals. Bill Brooks and Chris Fillios voted to provide the funds, which will come from the fiscal year 2022 community support budget. Leslie Duncan was not present for the meeting.
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Sebaaly resigns from NIC

North Idaho College wrestling coach and former interim president Mike Sebaaly has resigned. Chief communications officer Laura Rumpler confirmed Wednesday that Sebaaly resigned Sept. 23. Sebaaly was placed on administrative leave Sept. 1 for an undetermined period of time.
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Drag performer sues Bushnell for defamation

A drag performer has sued a blogger who falsely accused him of indecent exposure and posted doctored footage of him online. Eric Posey, a Kootenai County resident whose stage name is Mona Liza Million, performed June 11 at the Pride in the Park celebration in Coeur d’Alene. The next day, …
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Sebaaly resigns from North Idaho College

North Idaho College wrestling coach and former interim president Mike Sebaaly has resigned.
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Candlelight ousted as polling place

Candlelight Christian Fellowship may no longer be a polling place. Citing concerns about the church’s political activities, Kootenai County Commissioners Bill Brooks and Chris Fillios made a tentative decision Tuesday to change the polling place for precincts 403 and 405 from Candlelight to Community United Methodist Church.
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Commissioners criticize assessor’s request

Despite reservations about the hefty cost, Kootenai County commissioners reaffirmed their decision Tuesday to allow Assessor Bela Kovacs to hire a private company to conduct property appraisals and assist with training personnel. Commissioners voted 2-1 on the request last week, with Bill Brooks opposing. The estimated cost of the work …
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Drag performer sues Bushnell for defamation

A drag performer has sued a blogger who falsely accused him of indecent exposure and posted doctored footage of him online. Eric Posey, a Kootenai County resident whose stage name is Mona Liza Million, performed June 11 at the Pride in the Park celebration in Coeur d’Alene. The next day, …
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Coalition forms to support mobile home residents

Residents and local leaders are joining forces to support those who live in manufactured or mobile home communities in Kootenai County. Their immediate goal is to help the almost 500 residents of Oak Crest, a mobile home community in Coeur d’Alene, in the wake of its purchase by Utah-based investment …
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Time to unite: Cd’A mobile home residents hope to buy their park

Amid an ongoing housing crisis, manufactured or mobile homes are among the few affordable housing options that remain for Kootenai County residents. Those who live in these communities are especially vulnerable to displacement — but residents of one such neighborhood are fighting to take real ownership of their homes and …
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Cougar Gulch residents seek zone change: New zoning could buy time to address water woes

In an effort to protect their water, Cougar Gulch residents are petitioning the county to change the area’s zoning. The proposed rezoning area includes about 340 parcels, totaling a little more than 3,600 acres, currently zoned as agricultural-suburban. The minimum parcel size for that zoning is two acres, with some …
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Cell tower pushback continues to grow

Kootenai County commissioners are expected to vote this month on a proposed cell tower off Potlatch Hill Road in Coeur d’Alene that has received significant public pushback. A hearing on the proposal is scheduled for Sept. 29 at the Kootenai County administration building. Ingle, AT&T and SmartLink are seeking a …
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Kootenai County considers opioid settlement funds

Kootenai County commissioners are weighing whether to accept the county’s $2.4 million cut of nationwide opioid settlements or allocate the funds to Panhandle Health District. Idaho will receive approximately $120 million as part of settlements with Johnson & Johnson and three major opioid distributors.
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Commissioners deny assessor’s request for lawyer

Kootenai County commissioners rejected a request from embattled Assessor Béla Kovacs to approve funding for outside legal services. The request came almost two weeks after commissioners slashed Kovacs’ salary in half, from about $90,000 per year to $45,000, citing a failure to perform the duties of his office.
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Cd’A considers putting lid on short-term rentals

The Coeur d’Alene City Council may soon discuss putting a moratorium on new permits for short-term rentals. Councilwoman Christie Wood floated the possibility during Monday’s General Services/Public Works Committee meeting, where half the body considered a city proposal to better regulate short-term rentals, or STRs. Wood said she thinks a …
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Honoring the fallen

The Coeur d’Alene Fire Department honor guard conducted a flag ceremony Sunday morning at the Fallen Heroes Memorial Plaza on Cherry Hill. “It’s important to visibly remember the sacrifices of first responders and civilians and make sure that we’re still here,” said fire inspector Craig Etherton.
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9/11: A day to remember

More than 20 years later, the memories of 9/11 are still fresh for retired New York City Police Department Lt. George Howley. “They say, ‘Never forget,’” Howley said Sunday, addressing a crowd of first responders, elected officials and Kootenai County residents at the Silver Lake Mall. “Sometimes I try to …
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Spirit Lake man gets life sentence for murder

The Spirit Lake man who admitted to killing 56-year-old Tina Swor received a life sentence Friday. Judge Scott Wayman sentenced John D. Dalton, 56, to life in prison with 20 years fixed for the crime of murder in the second degree. That means Dalton will be eligible for parole when …
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NIC trustee candidates finalized

After several candidates withdrew from the race, six candidates will seek election to the North Idaho College board of trustees in November. The positions up for election are those now held by Pete Broschet in Zone 5, John Goedde in Zone 2 and David Wold in Zone 1. Broschet, Goedde …
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Spirit Lake man gets life sentence for murder

The Spirit Lake man who admitted to killing 56-year-old Tina Swor received a life sentence Friday. Judge Scott Wayman sentenced John D. Dalton, 56, to life in prison with 20 years fixed for the crime of murder in the second degree. That means Dalton will be eligible for parole when …
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Aquifer protection approved: Some say it doesn't go far enough to protect water supply

Kootenai County Commissioners approved an ordinance Thursday that aims to protect the county’s drinking water supply. Commissioners Bill Brooks and Leslie Duncan voted to adopt the ordinance that restricts septic density over the Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer to one dwelling per 5 acres. Chris Fillios was not present for the meeting. …
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Poll worker found not guilty of electioneering

A jury determined on Wednesday that a former poll worker accused of misconduct during last November’s local elections did not commit an illegal act. After about an hour of deliberation, the jury found Hayden resident Laura L. Van Voorhees not guilty of electioneering, a misdemeanor offense. The charge stems from …
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Spirit Lake woman gets jail for child abuse

A woman convicted of “monstrous” mistreatment of a child will spend about seven months in jail. Last month, a jury convicted Monica E. Schug, 37, of Spirit Lake, on three counts of injury to a child, all misdemeanors. In Idaho, injury to a child can be a misdemeanor or a …
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Most county salaries going up — again

County commissioners’ decision this week to reduce Kootenai County Assessor Bela Kovacs’ salary by half comes a year after the commissioners approved generous raises for themselves and other county elected officials, including Kovacs. “A wage study indicated the county electeds were underpaid, and it was substantial,” Commissioner Chris Fillios told …
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Candidates file for NIC trustee races

Nine candidates will vie for three seats on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees in November. Thursday was the deadline to file. The applicants are:
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Impact fee plan moves forward

Kootenai County Commissioners gave approval Wednesday to send forward a recommendation to impose impact fees on development to support the sheriff’s office, jail accommodations and parks and waterway improvements. The recommendation will now go to the county’s Planning and Zoning Commission. The impact fee plan is based on projections that …
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County commissioners slash assessor’s pay

Citing both a failure and an inability to perform the duties of his office, county commissioners made the unprecedented decision Wednesday night to cut Kootenai County Assessor Béla Kovacs’ salary in half. Effective Oct. 1, Kovacs’ salary will drop from about $90,000 per year to $45,000 per year. Commissioners voted …
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Commissioners choose Mortensen for prosecutor

County commissioners voted 2-1 on Wednesday to appoint Stanley Mortensen to the office of Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney. Mortensen, who has 10 years of prosecutorial experience, will take office after Barry McHugh resigns Sept. 30. McHugh is set to take the bench in January, replacing Judge Lansing Haynes, who retired …
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Commissioners to weigh impact fees

Kootenai County commissioners will consider a recommendation today on whether to impose impact fees on development to support the sheriff’s office, jail accommodations, the coroner’s office and parks and waterway improvements. If commissioners vote to impose impact fees, cities within the county must agree to collect the fees. The impact …
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Kovacs' salary on the agenda: County commissioners will consider reducing assessor's compensation when they meet today at 6 p.m.

A new agenda item was added Tuesday afternoon to the official notice of today's special meeting of the Kootenai County commissioners. The agenda for the 6 p.m. meeting, scheduled as a county budget hearing, was updated to include a new topic for discussion and possible action by the commissioners: "Elected …
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Patriot Front leader appears in Idaho court

The leader of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to a misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot. Thomas R. Rousseau, 23, of Grapevine, Texas was one of four suspects who appeared before Judge Anna Eckhart via Zoom. The other three are James …
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Commissioners to pick new prosecutor

County commissioners are expected to choose Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney Barry McHugh’s replacement at a special meeting Wednesday.
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Patriot Front leader appears in Idaho court

The leader of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to a misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot. Thomas R. Rousseau, 23, of Grapevine, Texas was one of four suspects who appeared before Judge Anna Eckhart via Zoom. The other three are James …
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Fini flight: Retired Fairchild colonel honored following sea plane flight

Strong winds buffeted the steely waters off Independence Point Saturday morning as retired Col. Bruce Lauderdale took off in a sea plane. Lauderdale, 88, didn’t know who would be waiting at the dock for his return. Gathered on the dock were more than 30 members of his family — adult …
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Chain saws, axes and logrolling: Lumberjacks show skills at North Idaho State Fair

Chainsaws whirred and sawdust flew Friday afternoon at the North Idaho State Fair, under a blazing sun. The heat didn’t wilt the cheering crowd that filled the stands to watch the day’s first lumberjack show, where two professional lumberjacks put their skills to the test. “The crowds have been great, …
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Pop culture celebration: Library comic convention continues today

A row of superhero standees greeted fans as they entered the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, letting them know they’d come to the right place to celebrate pop culture. Coeur d’Con kicked off Friday. It’s the first time the free, all-ages fan convention has occurred fully in-person since 2019. Young Adult …
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VIDEO: Sheriff talks public safety at town hall

From the possible threat of school shootings to the fentanyl flooding North Idaho, Kootenai County residents shared their concerns about community safety with local law enforcement.
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Branson receives life sentence for abuse of 7-week-old

A man who admitted to grievously harming a 7-week-old infant received a life sentence for the abuse. Nicholas T. Branson, 27, of Hayden, pleaded guilty in June to injury to a child and forcible sexual penetration by foreign object, both felonies. District Judge John Mitchell sentenced Branson this week to …
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County to retain penalties, interest from delinquent property taxes

Some city leaders in Kootenai County say the county is converting tax revenue belonging to their cities for the county’s use and that the move will cost local taxing districts thousands of dollars. Meanwhile, the county asserts that the change is based on a section of Idaho Code that went …
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Six more Patriot Front members appear in Idaho court

Six more members of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to misdemeanor charges of conspiracy to riot. The men are among the 31 Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration on June 11 in Coeur d’Alene City …
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Blood supply plummets

With the local blood supply depleted by almost half since the start of summer, and only a day’s worth of O-positive blood available, donations are more important than ever. “We’re in an emergency shortage,” said Jennifer Hawkins, regional director of Vitalant Northwest. “We’re seeing numbers we’ve never seen before.” Vitalant …
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Blood supply plummets

With the local blood supply depleted by almost half since the start of summer, and only a day’s worth of O-positive blood available, donations are more important than ever. “We’re in an emergency shortage,” said Jennifer Hawkins, regional director of Vitalant Northwest. “We’re seeing numbers we’ve never seen before.” Vitalant …
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Six more Patriot Front members appear in Idaho court

Six more members of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to misdemeanor charges of conspiracy to riot. The men are among the 31 Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration on June 11 in Coeur d’Alene City …
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Teacher accused of having inappropriate relationship with student

A Lake City High School teacher is accused of having a sexual relationship with a former student. William J. Keylon, 48, of Hayden, is charged with lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16, a felony punishable by up to life in prison. Keylon turned himself in late …
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Teacher accused of having inappropriate relationship with student

A Lake City High School teacher is accused of having a sexual relationship with a former student. William J. Keylon, 48, of Hayden, is charged with lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16, a felony punishable by up to life in prison. Keylon turned himself in late …
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Fighting for Idahoans

Kaylee Peterson said she’s ready to fight for Idahoans — and that fight begins now. She’s running as a Democrat for the U.S. House of Representatives in Idaho's first congressional district. In November, she’ll face incumbent U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher, a Republican, and Joe Evans, a Libertarian. The 32-year-old Eagle …
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Lake City High School teacher arrested for inappropriate relationship with former student

Police arrested a Lake City High School teacher for an inappropriate relationship with a former student.
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VIDEO: Lake City High School teacher turns himself in to police for lewd conduct with former student

Police arrested a Lake City High School teacher for an inappropriate relationship with a former student.
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Electioneering trial approaches

A former poll worker accused of misconduct during last November’s local elections is expected to stand trial next month. Laura L. Van Voorhees of Hayden is charged with electioneering, a misdemeanor offense punishable by a fine of up to $1,000. A one-day trial is scheduled for the week of Sept. …
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Man charged with sexual abuse

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he sexually abused a child. Dakota W. Abel, 28, of Denim Springs, La., is charged with lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16, a felony. The charge stems from April, when an 8-year-old child said that …
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Rathdrum man jailed for child sex abuse

A man who reportedly confessed to sexually abusing a child for years is in jail. Courtney B. Gothmann, 38, of Rathdrum, is charged with lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16, a felony. The abuse is alleged to have occurred over the course of about five years.
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LEAP OF FAITH: Hayden woman visits Ugandan orphanage she helped build

When the young man she’d met on Facebook asked her for money to buy medicine for a child sick with malaria, Verna Deno was skeptical. The young man — who goes by his surname, Kakembo — said he ran an orphanage in Mityana, a town in the Central Region of …
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Man gets life in prison for crime spree

A man who led police on a weeklong, multi-state manhunt and later tried to escape from jail received a life sentence. Jesse R. Spitzer, 30, of Sultan, Wash., pleaded guilty in July to 16 charges, most of them felonies, including four counts of aggravated assault, six counts of grand theft …
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Patriot Front suspects appear in court

Four more members of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to misdemeanor charges of conspiracy to riot. The men are among the 31 Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration on June 11 in Coeur d’Alene City …
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Man gets life in prison for crime spree

A man who led police on a weeklong, multi-state manhunt and later tried to escape from jail received a life sentence. Jesse R. Spitzer, 30, of Sultan, Wash., pleaded guilty in July to 16 charges, most of them felonies, including four counts of aggravated assault, six counts of grand theft …
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Rally promotes unity in North Idaho

About two dozen Kootenai County residents gathered Saturday on the steps of the courthouse to discuss political issues impacting Idahoans, as well as how to bring Idahoans together to find solutions. Among them was Cayden Stone, an 18-year-old college student from Coeur d’Alene. Stone was the student body president at …
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Air quality remains good

Air quality throughout North Idaho has been good this summer and is expected to remain that way, according to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. The clear conditions are a stark contrast to last summer’s smoky skies. “We’re a lot better off than we were last year,” said Dan Smith, …
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Kootenai County commissioners consider funding lake water analysis

Kootenai County commissioners are “cautiously optimistic” about their ability to fund an analysis of lake water samples for trace and toxic metals, but how much the county can commit to the project remains to be seen. The University of Idaho is working with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality to …
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Air quality remains good

Air quality throughout North Idaho has been good this summer and is expected to remain that way, according to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. The clear conditions are a stark contrast to last summer’s smoky skies. “We’re a lot better off than we were last year,” said Dan Smith, …
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Community, sheriff's office rally for deputy

When Yvonne Cress woke up with a headache and vision loss in one eye, the 35-year-old deputy sheriff and new mom wrote off her symptoms as a migraine. Then her speech became slurred and she lost her balance. Yvonne’s husband, Dan, rushed her to the hospital, where scans confirmed that …
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Community, sheriff's office rally for deputy

When Yvonne Cress woke up with a headache and vision loss in one eye, the 35-year-old deputy sheriff and new mom wrote off her symptoms as a migraine. Then her speech became slurred and she lost her balance. Yvonne’s husband, Dan, rushed her to the hospital, where scans confirmed that …
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Proposed airport storage facility stalls

Concerns about potential Chinese financing, a 50-year lease and other factors caused Kootenai County commissioners to pump the brakes on a proposed revenue-sharing deal with a storage facility at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. Commissioners met Wednesday to consider a development and ground lease agreement with Luxury International, LLC for approximately …
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Duck’s death shocks golf community

Members of Avondale Golf Course frequently enjoy sightings of the local wildlife, from birds to deer to muskrats. But Dale the duck was special. For years, the black cayuga duck was Avondale’s unofficial mascot, beloved by golfers and staff alike. A group of four people allegedly ran Dale over with …
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Property values delay concerns county clerk

The delay by the Kootenai County Assessor's Office in providing the county's property values to the auditor could result in property owners paying more taxes than are needed by local taxing districts for their fiscal year 2023 budgets, according to Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon.
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Justice Building expansion project moving forward

Kootenai County commissioners voted Monday to choose a contractor to provide construction management services for a planned $22 million addition to the Justice Building located on the county’s main campus in downtown Coeur d’Alene. Commissioners Leslie Duncan and Chris Fillios voted to award the construction management contract to Spokane-based Bouten …
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Property values delay concerns county clerk

The delay by the Kootenai County Assessor's Office in providing the county's property values to the auditor could result in property owners paying more taxes than are needed by local taxing districts for their fiscal year 2023 budgets, according to Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon.
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Kootenai County Assessor misses property roll deadlines

The county assessor's office's delayed completion of 2022 property rolls has left Kootenai County taxing districts unable to finalize their budgets. Idaho law requires that each county auditor release the final new construction roll by the fourth Monday in July and the remaining rolls by the first Monday in August. …
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Grave decorations disturbed at Coeur d'Alene cemetery

When Linda Whitehead visited her parents’ grave in Forest Cemetery one Sunday in July, she found the red, white and blue silk flowers she’d previously put in vases scattered on the grass, along with the miniature American flags she’d placed. She poured out the sprinkler water that had accumulated in …
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Concerns raised over proposed airport storage facility

Some Kootenai County residents have raised concerns over a proposed revenue-sharing deal for a storage facility at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. The proposed 50-year development and ground lease agreement is with Luxury International, LLC, for approximately 20 acres. Airport Director Steven Kjergaard said the proposed lease is virtually identical to …
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Grave decorations disturbed at Coeur d'Alene cemetery

When Linda Whitehead visited her parents’ grave in Forest Cemetery one Sunday in July, she found the red, white and blue silk flowers she’d previously put in vases scattered on the grass, along with the miniature American flags she’d placed. She poured out the sprinkler water that had accumulated in …
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Cd’A PD plans $4.5 million station expansion

The Coeur d’Alene Police Department got the green light to hire contractor CORE West for pre-construction services for a planned expansion of its headquarters. CORE West is a national firm that specializes in municipal buildings and public safety buildings. The firm is also building the $44 million Veterans Home in …
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Commissioners to consider $120 million budget

Kootenai County commissioners voted Monday to publish a preliminary balanced budget of $120 million for fiscal year 2023, an increase of about $12 million over the prior year. The budget projects collecting the full 3% increase in property tax revenue permitted by law — but that revenue is only an …
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Patriot Front members appear in Idaho court

Three members of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to misdemeanor charges of conspiracy to riot. The trio are among the 31 Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration on June 11 in Coeur d’Alene City Park. …
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Criticism of library contents continues

While some area Republicans continue to push for certain materials to be removed from area libraries, staff maintain that libraries must include books on all topics — including those that some deem controversial or objectionable. “The library can’t discriminate,” said CLN Director Amy Rodda. “We have books on all viewpoints.” …
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Patriot Front members appear in Idaho court

Three members of the white nationalist hate group Patriot Front pleaded not guilty Monday in Coeur d’Alene to misdemeanor charges of conspiracy to riot. The trio are among the 31 Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration on June 11 in Coeur d’Alene City Park. …
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Young Republicans expel members

Idaho Young Republicans have expelled two members after a Kootenai County delegate to the state GOP convention allegedly used homeless families as part of a political prank.
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Wally rocks

Beloved local rock painter celebrated after his passing
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Schedule concealed carry license appointments online

Beginning Aug. 1, Kootenai County residents can get appointments for concealed weapons licenses and fingerprint services through the QLess app. Idaho residents aged 18 and older don’t need a license in order to carry a lawfully-possessed firearm. But those who obtain an enhanced license can carry concealed in the many …
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Lewd conduct trial approaches

Almost two years after the alleged abuse, a man charged with sexually abusing a child is expected to stand trial next week. Warren C. Williams, 65, of Post Falls, is charged with lewd conduct with a child under the age of 16 and with witness intimidation, both felonies. The charges …
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Criticism of library contents continues

While some area Republicans continue to push for certain materials to be removed from area libraries, staff maintain that libraries must include books on all topics — including those that some deem controversial or objectionable. “The library can’t discriminate,” said CLN Director Amy Rodda. “We have books on all viewpoints.” …
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$1 billion Mega Millions jackpot keeps growing

Taylor Curtis bought his second-ever lottery ticket Wednesday afternoon. He bought his first ticket Tuesday, at Gittel’s Grocery on Government Way, hours before the $1 billion Mega Millions drawing, a jackpot that went unclaimed and continues to grow. It’s the third largest jackpot on record — and expected to reach …
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$1 billion Mega Millions jackpot keeps growing

The jackpot is expected to reach at least $1.02 billion by the Friday's drawing
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Young Republicans expel members

Idaho Young Republicans have expelled two members after a Kootenai County delegate to the state GOP convention allegedly used homeless families as part of a political prank.
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Commissioners consider impact fees

County commissioners indicated that they’re open to imposing impact fees on development that include a commitment to hiring more patrol deputies and completing unfinished housing units at the jail. What remains to be seen is whether the county can hire the employees it would have to promise in exchange for …
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Hayden celebrates hometown heroes

Hundreds of people lined Government Way on Saturday morning for the Hayden Days “Hometown Heroes” Parade. The parade marked the beginning of the second and final day of the annual celebration, with festivities centered around McIntire Family Park.
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Convicted killer gets up to life in prison

The Bonners Ferry man convicted of killing 45-year-old Melyssa Schloe could spend the rest of his life behind bars.
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Convicted killer gets up to life in prison

The Bonners Ferry man convicted of killing 45-year-old Melyssa Schloe could spend the rest of his life behind bars.
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McHugh sets exit date

County commissioners will choose replacement
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3Cs celebrate another year of charity

3Cs will distribute $111,550 at their annual Appreciation Luncheon next month.
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Convicted killer gets up to life in prison

The Bonners Ferry man convicted of killing 45-year-old Melyssa Schloe could spend the rest of his life behind bars. A jury convicted Victor A. Claus of first-degree murder in May, after about three hours of deliberation. First District Judge Scott Wayman sentenced Claus on Friday to 25 years to life …
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Homeless shelter says Kootenai County delegate pulled pizza prank

The director of a Twin Falls homeless shelter said David Reilly attempted to make families receiving shelter services the butt of a political prank during the Idaho Republican Party’s convention last week.
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‘Stay away from the water’

After 14-year-old Spokane resident Henry Jack drowned Saturday in the river near Corbin Park, authorities are urging the public to stay out of the water. The boy was at least the seventh person to drown in that stretch of the Spokane River within the last 12 years.
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KAYE WRITING McHugh sets exit date

The current county commissioners will choose Prosecuting Attorney Barry McHugh’s replacement after he resigns this fall.
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Patriot Front members plead not guilty

Defendants appeared via Zoom
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Patriot Front members plead not guilty

Defendants appeared via Zoom
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Still no monkeypox in North Idaho

The virus has been confirmed in Oregon and Washington
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Patriot Front members plead not guilty

Defendants appeared via Zoom
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Still no monkeypox in North Idaho

The virus has been confirmed in Oregon and Washington
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Patriot Front suspects to appear in court Monday

Court dates planned through August
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Patriot Front suspects to appear in court Monday

Court dates planned through August
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Mental health crisis hotline launches

Now dial 988 for help
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Mental health crisis hotline launches

Call 988 beginning today
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Mental health crisis hotline launches

Call 988 beginning today
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NIC trustees approve president’s contract

Board also votes to buy Fort Ground Grill
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NIC trustees approve president’s contract

Board also votes to buy Fort Ground Grill
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Commissioners weigh insurance benefits

No cost increase for county employees in 2023, new programs possible
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Man gets prison for child porn

Spokane man convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material received the maximum sentence for the crime
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Nude no more

New resort opens at site of former nudist getaway
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Gozzer expansion on hold

County cites multiple code violations
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Accused shooter pleads guilty to some charges

Trial starts Monday for remaining charges
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Accused shooter pleads guilty to some charges

Trial starts Monday for remaining charges
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Jail fails inspection due to overcrowding

Jail has been operating over capacity for 18 months
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Accused shooter’s trial begins Monday

The trial of a man who allegedly shot two people at a Post Falls gas station before going on a crime spree will begin Monday.
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Jail fails inspection due to overcrowding

Jail has been operating over capacity for 18 months
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Not too wet for fireworks

Rainy weather may have dampened crime, but personal fireworks activity went on
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Hundreds appeal property value assessments

More than 700 appeals filed
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No crime at drag show, prosecutors say

A drag queen accused of indecent exposure has been cleared of wrongdoing after an investigation by police and city prosecutors.
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No crime at drag show, prosecutors say

A drag queen accused of indecent exposure has been cleared of wrongdoing after an investigation by police and city prosecutors.
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Sheriff scrutinized for rally attendance

White nationalists reportedly attended event
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Records reveal new Patriot Front details

Stickers promoting the hate group appeared in Kootenai County more than a year before June 11 arrests
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‘Our community needs us’

After mass arrest, Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations works to combat hate
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Records reveal new Patriot Front details

Stickers promoting the hate group appeared in Kootenai County more than a year before June 11 arrests
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man gets prison for abuse

A man who “tortured” a family through physical and psychological abuse will spend up to 20 years behind bars.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

‘Our community needs us’

After mass arrest, Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations works to combat hate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man gets probation for deadly crash

A man who caused a crash that killed his wife last year received probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

‘Our community needs us’

After mass arrest, Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations works to combat hate
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Idaho will ban most abortions after US Supreme Court ruling

Almost all North Idahoans who receive abortions already travel out of state to do so
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Idaho will ban most abortions after US Supreme Court ruling

Almost all North Idahoans who receive abortions already travel out of state to do so
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Fame found, face first

Millions followed recovery after softball accident
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Mother gets prison for ‘heinous’ child abuse

Husband will be sentenced later this summer
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NIC trustees choose new president

After a national search, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees have selected the institution’s 11th president.
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NIC trustees choose new president

After a national search, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees have selected the institution’s 11th president.
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Civics is their thing

PF high school students shine in annual competition
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Former teacher convicted of lewd conduct

Ronald D. Stone, 64, is awaiting sentencing
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Rain and Shine

Thousands brave rainy weather for Car d’Lane
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Riding in style

Car d’Lane cruise delights crowd of thousands
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As valuations soar, property taxes may not

Online calculator can estimate tax bill
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NIC trustees complete presidential interviews

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees has interviewed the final candidate for permanent president.
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Pair pleads guilty to child abuse

A man and woman accused of grievously harming an infant have pleaded guilty to the abuse, according to court documents.
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NIC trustees complete presidential interviews

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees has interviewed the final candidate for permanent president.
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Commissioners approve spending COVID-19 rescue funds

Most ARPA funds will go toward Justice Building
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

New details emerge about Patriot Front arrests

Idaho man bails out several of the arrestees
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New details emerge about Patriot Front arrests

Idaho man bails out several of the arrestees
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Patriot Front arrestees scheduled for arraignment

Group must appear in court next month
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Police face threats, doxxing after Patriot Front arrests

Patriot Front investigation continues
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Police face threats, doxxing after Patriot Front arrests

Patriot Front investigation continues
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Human rights commission ready to help employers

Businesses can receive free training and more
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Police investigating drag performance

Unedited footage shows no exposure
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Local law enforcement derail rioters' plans

Police arrested individuals associated with Patriot Front
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Cd’A PD continues Patriot Front investigation

Local law enforcement have reportedly seized multiple vehicles in connection with the 31 members of Patriot Front arrested Saturday.
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NIC trustees clash during presidential interview

NIC's presidential search turns contentious as finalists are interviewed by the board
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local law enforcement derail rioters' plans

Police arrested individuals associated with Patriot Front
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local law enforcement derail rioters' plans

Police arrested individuals associated with Patriot Front
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local law enforcement derail rioters' plans

Police arrested individuals associated with Patriot Front
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

NIC trustees clash during presidential interview

NIC's presidential search turns contentious as finalists are interviewed by the board
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Human rights commission ready to help employers

Businesses can receive free training and more
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Teen gets probation in child injury case

A teen accused of raping an intoxicated girl has been released on probation after completing a nine-month jail treatment program.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Mysterious crash near Hauser Lake

Local law enforcement is searching for answers after a mysterious car crash Tuesday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Mysterious crash near Hauser Lake

Local law enforcement is searching for answers after a mysterious car crash Tuesday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

First responders honored

Winners of 2022 Public Safety Awards honored
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Assessment appeal deadline looms

Last day to file appeals is June 27
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Sheriff criticizes Justice Building expansion

Federal rules prohibit using ARPA funds to expand jail
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff criticizes Justice Building expansion

Federal rules prohibit using ARPA funds to expand jail
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Property valuations skyrocket in Kootenai County

Kootenai County property owners may be in for a shock when they receive their 2022 property value assessment notices, which are reportedly expected to arrive in the mail this week.
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Local GOP the spending king

Kootenai County Republican Central Committee significantly outspent its counterparts in Idaho’s biggest counties
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County commissioners to appoint school board trustee

County commissioners will meet today to appoint a new trustee to the Kootenai Joint School District Board of Trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Isenberg special airing Sunday

Episode features local reporter
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Isenberg special airing Sunday

Episode features local reporter
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NIC Workforce Training receives $524K apprenticeship grant

Grant will fund construction industry apprenticeships
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Prosecutor’s successor will be appointed

The current county commissioners might choose Prosecuting Attorney Barry McHugh’s replacement when he takes the bench next year.
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New NIC trustees look ahead

The newest members of North Idaho College’s Board of Trustees have wasted no time in tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the institution.
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KCRCC candidates sweep county races

Results show disconnect between North Idaho, rest of state
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Dems fend off takeover attempt

A plan by local Republicans to infiltrate and dismantle the Kootenai Democrats has failed
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New NIC trustees look ahead

The newest members of North Idaho College’s Board of Trustees have wasted no time in tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the institution.
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Mattare KO's Fillios in commissioner race

Unofficial results show wide margins in contested county races
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New NIC trustees look ahead

The newest members of North Idaho College’s Board of Trustees have wasted no time in tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the institution.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

NIC board has new leadership

Former chair revealed ‘confidential’ insurance info at special meeting
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Some behavioral health programs to close

Kootenai Health cites staffing, funding issues for temporary closures
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

NIC board has new leadership

Former chair revealed ‘confidential’ insurance info at special meeting
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CDA4Pride returns, despite conflicting event

Organizers say they won’t be intimidated
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Insurer won’t renew NIC’s policy

Trustees expected to discuss issue at special meeting
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KCSO: Man facing felony charges dies by suicide

A man accused of posing as a teen boy in order to solicit sexually explicit photos from minors reportedly died by suicide this week.
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Insurer won’t renew NIC’s policy

Trustees expected to discuss issue at special meeting
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CDA4Pride returns, despite conflicting event

Organizers say they won’t be intimidated
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NAACP event is Saturday

North Idaho’s only NAACP chapter has invited the community to its first in-person event since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Voters concerned about church polling places

Almost half of Kootenai County voters who cast ballots in person on May 17 will do so at a church.
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NIC gets new trustees

After a spate of resignations and an unsuccessful lawsuit that sought to block the appointment of new members, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees is back in business.
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NIC gets new trustees

After a spate of resignations and an unsuccessful lawsuit that sought to block the appointment of new members, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees is back in business.
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State Board of Education appoints new NIC trustees

For the first time since January, North Idaho College has a full Board of Trustees.
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Rotarians respond to criticism

After an anonymous blog post blasting Rotarians in Kootenai County as “scoundrels” and “fake philanthropists” circulated widely online, local members are speaking out.
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‘Justice has been served’

Murdered woman’s family finds closure in verdict
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‘Justice has been served’

Murdered woman’s family finds closure in verdict
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Two key county employees resign

Staff say county assessor is reason for high turnover
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Man convicted of first-degree murder

It took a jury about three hours on Wednesday to find a Bonners Ferry man guilty of killing his girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man convicted of first-degree murder

It took a jury about three hours on Wednesday to find a Bonners Ferry man guilty of killing his girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Electioneering trial postponed

Woman charged with electioneering fired her lawyer
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Electioneering trial postponed

Woman charged with electioneering fired her lawyer
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Residents question recent county vote

Some residents say the Board of County Commissioners didn’t follow proper procedure during a recent hearing to consider a request to expand a planned unit development.
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Man charged with sex crime posts $1 million bail

A man accused of posing as a teen boy in order to solicit sexually explicit photos from minors has been released from jail on $1 million bail.
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Fire commissioner works for free

A Northern Lakes Fire Commissioner reportedly hasn’t accepted the wages that come with his position.
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Judge denies NIC trustee lawsuit

Banducci, McKenzie sued to block appointment of new trustees
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Judge denies NIC trustee lawsuit

Banducci, McKenzie sued to block appointment of new trustees
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Candidates face off in virtual forum

Candidates in four contested county races squared off Monday night in a live Virtual Town Hall Forum.
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Critic of ‘fake Republicans’ is running as Democrat

A man who decried a group of Republicans not affiliated with the local GOP as “fake Republicans” is running for a Democratic precinct captain position.
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Local Dems stronger after attempted takeover

Local Dems gather ahead of primary
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Critic of ‘fake Republicans’ is running as Democrat

A man who decried a group of Republicans not affiliated with the local GOP as “fake Republicans” is running for a Democratic precinct captain position.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Murder trial starts next week

A man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, will stand trial Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Murder trial starts next week

A man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, will stand trial Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

The big tent is now open

Former state reps, sheriffs, community leaders form new Republican group
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County to consider levy

County leaders will consider whether to let the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office ask voters for additional funding.
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Woman pleads guilty to abusing infant

One half of a couple accused of grievously harming a 7-week-old infant has pleaded guilty to her role in the abuse.
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You be the judge

Incumbent judge, prosecutor vie for seat
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Mattare accused of 'doxxing'

Commissioner candidate posted photo of critic’s yard
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Mattare accused of 'doxxing'

Commissioner candidate posted photo of critic’s yard
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Howard draws heat for comment

Trustee says comments misinterpreted
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Howard draws heat for comment

Trustee says comments misinterpreted
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Crime spree suspect ruled unfit to stand trial

A judge ruled Thursday that a man who allegedly tried to escape the county jail earlier this month is unfit to stand trial.
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Crime spree suspect ruled unfit to stand trial

A judge ruled Thursday that a man who allegedly tried to escape the county jail earlier this month is unfit to stand trial.
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Man charged with distributing child porn

A man accused of posing as a teen boy in order to solicit sexually explicit photos from minors is being held on $1 million bail.
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Jail staff getting a raise

County commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to approve a raise for detention deputies at the county jail.
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Search continues for NIC’s next president

Application window closing Monday
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Optional Forms struggle looks dead

Matter likely won’t go to voters
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Employees criticize county assessor

County staff make vote of no confidence
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Search continues for NIC’s next president

Application window closing Monday
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Barron pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A former legislative candidate previously accused of fondling a child and raping a woman has pleaded guilty to lesser charges.
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NIC trustees Wood and Howard resign

Two longtime North Idaho College trustees say they’re walking away from the organization in order to save it.
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NIC trustees Wood and Howard resign

Two longtime North Idaho College trustees say they’re walking away from the organization in order to save it.
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Commissioner candidates square off

The candidates in Kootenai County’s only contested primary race for commissioner squared off Friday night in a public forum.
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Search for NIC trustee continues

The North Idaho College board of trustees failed to select a fifth trustee to fill the vacancy in Zone 5 at a special meeting Wednesday night.
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NIC trustees Wood and Howard resign

Two longtime North Idaho College trustees say they’re walking away from the organization in order to save it.
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Commissioners consider ARPA funds

Commissioners will soon decide how to spend federal funds for COVID-19 relief — or whether to use the money at all.
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County officials look ahead

Commissioners speak at State of the County discussion
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Search for NIC trustee continues

The North Idaho College board of trustees failed to select a fifth trustee to fill the vacancy in Zone 5 at a special meeting Wednesday night.
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Search for NIC trustee continues

The North Idaho College board of trustees failed to select a fifth trustee to fill the vacancy in Zone 5 at a special meeting Wednesday night.
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Man gets prison for child sexual abuse

A man who sexually abused a child will spend up to 20 years behind bars.
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JAILBREAK

Man jailed after multi-state crime spree attempts escape
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JAILBREAK

Man jailed after multi-state crime spree attempts escape
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NIC leadership addresses warning

North Idaho College will stay in good standing, so long as it heeds the warning from its accrediting organization.
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NIC leadership addresses warning

North Idaho College will stay in good standing, so long as it heeds the warning from its accrediting organization.
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Man convicted of possessing child porn

Prosecutors will seek prison sentence
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Wrongful termination suit settled

Kootenai County quietly settled a federal lawsuit with a former sheriff’s captain who said he was pushed out of the agency after exposing misappropriation of drug forfeiture money.
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Anonymous no longer

Local conservative speaks out on alleged GOP plot
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Commissioners face complaint

Resident accuses study commission of violating open meeting law
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Police: TikTok challenge leads to criminal charges

At least five area teens are reportedly facing criminal charges after participating in a social media trend.
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Police: TikTok challenge leads to criminal charges

At least five area teens are reportedly facing criminal charges after participating in a social media trend.
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Anonymous no longer

Local conservative speaks out on alleged GOP plot
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Trial set for accused shooter

A man accused of trying to shoot his ex is expected to stand trial this summer, after a plea deal fell through.
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Trial scheduled for accused Post Falls shooter

A man who allegedly shot two people at a Post Falls gas station before going on a crime spree is expected to stand trial in June.
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Trial scheduled for accused Post Falls shooter

A man who allegedly shot two people at a Post Falls gas station before going on a crime spree is expected to stand trial in June.
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The gift of life

Post Falls man killed in crash lives on through organ donation
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Idaho to receive maximum opioid settlement funds

The first opioid settlement funds could arrive in Idaho next month.
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Community battles over Banducci

Sparks fly at NIC Board of Trustees meeting
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Cd’A PD offers ‘citizen’s police academy’

CDA PD to offer citizen’s police academy
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Community battles over Banducci

Sparks fly at NIC Board of Trustees meeting
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Man dies after semi crash

A man injured in a crash last week has died, according to Idaho State Police.
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Man pleads guilty to vehicular manslaughter

A man admitted to causing a deadly crash while drunk last year.
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Spirit Lake man pleads guilty to murder

Spirit Lake man pleads guilty to killing girlfriend
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Banducci, Gookin have heated exchange

Cd’A City Councilman filed police report
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Banducci criticized after confrontation

Cd’A City Councilman filed police report
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Two dead in murder-suicide

Two people died over the weekend in an apparent murder-suicide, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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Pair bound over on abuse charges

The case of a couple accused of grievously harming a 7-week-old infant has been referred to the district court for further action.
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Man gets prison for lewd conduct with child

A man who sexually abused a 12-year-old child will spend up to 30 years behind bars.
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$1 million bail for accused killer

The man accused of fatally shooting a Hauser Lake resident last month will be held on $1 million bail.
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Missing woman found dead

Search and rescue volunteers reportedly found the body of a woman of a missing woman late Thursday.
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Cd’A Airport sees military exercises

Air Force
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Search continues for missing woman

The search continues for a woman who has been missing since Monday morning.
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Search continues for missing woman

The search continues for a woman who has been missing since Monday morning.
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Local GOP makes national news — again

The Daily Beast reports on alleged KCRCC takeover plot
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DUI patrols increase for St. Patrick’s Day

North Idaho DUI Task Force patrols will be on the streets from today through next weekend.
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Dems resist alleged takeover

Local Democrats push back against alleged Republican takeover plan
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Lake health survey unveiled tonight

Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative to present lake health survey results
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Legislative candidates line up

All 105 seats in the Idaho Legislature are on the ballot this fall.
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Candidates file for legislative races

Here's the list as of Friday night.
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Candidates file for legislative races

Here's the list as of Friday night.
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Precinct races

Dems may have thwarted alleged takeover plot
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Legislative races

Here's the list as of Friday night.
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Dems resist alleged takeover

Local Democrats push back against alleged Republican takeover plan
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Study commission recommends changes

Commissioners will decide whether to put changes on ballot
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Elephants in the room

Recording allegedly reveals plan to take over Kootenai Democratic Party, funnel money to Republicans
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Elephants in the room

Recording allegedly reveals plan to take over Kootenai Democratic Party, funnel money to Republicans
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No bond for accused killer

A man accused of shooting a Hauser Lake resident dead last week is being held without bond.
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No bond for accused killer

A man accused of shooting a Hauser Lake resident dead last week is being held without bond.
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Man charged with murder after Hauser Lake shooting

A man accused of shooting a Hauser Lake resident dead last week has been charged with a slew of felonies, including murder.
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Candidates line up for election

Deadline to file for May election is March 11
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Levy elections today

Some Kootenai County residents eligible to vote
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Home and Garden show blooms

NIBCA Home and Garden Show continues today
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‘We keep sinking’

Sheriff, commissioners disagree on staffing solution
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Athol rejects housing project

The Athol City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to reject a controversial housing development that reportedly sparked threats.
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Man killed in Hauser Lake shooting

A shooting Monday night left one person dead and another injured.
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Jail staff shortages dire

Local leaders say the answer to staff shortages at the county jail is obvious, if not easy.
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Man bound over on abuse charges

The case of a man accused of grievously harming a 7-week-old infant has been referred to the district court for further action.
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KCSO: One dead amid structure fire

Police found one person dead Monday night while responding to a fire, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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DART takes election aim

Nonpartisan group supports moderate candidates
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Athol considers contentious housing development

The Athol City Council vote Tuesday on whether to grant preliminary approval for a housing development that has sparked significant public comment.
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Hayden mayor resigns

Hayden Mayor Steve Griffitts will step down next week, citing the actions of two new city council members.
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It takes two

Couples marry on “Twosday”
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Town hall planned for rescue funds

Kootenai County Commissioner Leslie Duncan will hold an informal town hall meeting March 8 to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
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He’s all in

Rep. Fulcher talks Idaho values, Ukraine crisis
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More charges against man in abuse cases

A man previously accused of beating an infant is facing additional charges after police said he tried to drown a teenager and committed other violent acts.
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Montana man charged with meth trafficking

A Montana man accused of trafficking more than a pound of meth is being held on $250,000 bail.
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A ‘yew’ problem

Yew plants toxic to wildlife
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Brunch to benefit Safe Passage

The community has a chance to show some love to Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center this Valentine’s Day weekend.
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Commissioners approve new voter precinct map

Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a new map that includes three new voter precincts.
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Bail increases for couple accused of heinous abuse

A judge ordered that a couple accused of grievously injuring an infant be held on higher bail.
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Poll worker charged

A criminal case has been filed against a poll worker accused of misconduct during November’s local elections.
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$500K bail for accused hostage taker

A man accused of taking hostages amid a standoff with SWAT is in jail on $500,000 bail.
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Poll worker charged

A criminal case has been filed against a poll worker accused of misconduct during November’s local elections.
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Man gets 40-year sentence for child sexual abuse

A man who pleaded guilty to molesting two children and stalking a woman will spend up to 40 years behind bars.
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Teen gets prison for robbery gone bad

A teen who accepted a plea deal for his role in a drug deal gone bad received the maximum sentenced.
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Man arrested after standoff

Raid exposes dangerous conditions
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Man arrested after standoff

Raid exposes dangerous conditions
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One dead after Post Falls shooting

A man is dead after an alleged murder-suicide attempt, according to Post Falls police.
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Teens plead guilty in attack

Three teens have pleaded guilty for their roles in an attack at a gas station, while the woman who allegedly enlisted them to beat someone with a baseball bat is expected to stand trial in April.
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Public concerns, by the numbers

Study commission members examined the concerns expressed by Kootenai County residents.
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Man hospitalized after police shooting

No charges have been filed against a suicidal man who police shot during an armed standoff near an elementary school this week.
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Fugitive caught after multi-state crime spree

30-year-old Jessie Spitzer, from Sultan, Wash., was arrested Friday morning in Haugan, Montana, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office.
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Fugitive caught after multi-state crime spree

30-year-old Jessie Spitzer, from Sultan, Wash., was arrested Friday morning in Haugan, Montana, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office.
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Details emerge in heinous child abuse case

A couple accused of grievously injuring an infant are expected to appear in court again next week.
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Cars, contractors among top issues for Idaho consumers

Cars, contractors and landlords topped the list of consumer complaints in Idaho last year.
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Police seek ‘armed, dangerous’ man

Police are searching for an “armed and dangerous” man suspected of a multi-state crime spree.
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Cars, contractors among top issues for Idaho consumers

Cars, contractors and landlords topped the list of consumer complaints in Idaho last year.
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Harrison man dies after crash

A Harrison man died after a fatal crash on Highway 97 this week, according to Idaho State Police.
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Teen charged with lewd conduct

Police arrested a 19-year-old man last week who allegedly had an ongoing sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl.
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Couple accused of sexual abuse of 7-week-old

A man and woman are in jail after they allegedly sexually abused an infant, causing severe injuries.
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Man shot after armed standoff

Police shot an armed, suicidal man after an hours-long standoff near an elementary school Monday night.
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Man shot after armed standoff

Police shot an armed, suicidal man after an hours-long standoff near an elementary school Monday night.
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KCSO, clergy connect after fatal shooting

In the wake of a fatal officer-involved shooting near a church, local faith leaders met with law enforcement to better prepare for similar incidents that may arise in the future.
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Witnesses describe bloody shooting

A man shot in the neck sought refuge inside a coffee stand and gas station employees used aprons as tourniquets during a shooting last year.
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Public hearing sparks outcry

Tempers flared during a public hearing Wednesday night, where Kootenai County residents shared their concerns on possible changes to the county’s administrative structure.
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A FOUR-LETTER WORD

County, city leaders share details of American Rescue Plan Act government funding
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Rescue funds raise hackles

Kootenai County residents voiced concerns about “strings” attached to federal funds for COVID-19 relief, some of which did not appear to be based in fact.
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A FOUR-LETTER WORD

County, city leaders share details of American Rescue Plan Act government funding
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Rescue funds raise hackles

Kootenai County residents voiced concerns about “strings” attached to federal funds for COVID-19 relief, some of which did not appear to be based in fact.
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Man jailed again in domestic violence case

A man accused of choking a woman and breaking her nose on Thanksgiving is in jail for the third time.
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Duncan honored by state Republicans

The Idaho State Republican Party honored a local elected official last week.
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Study commission to hear public comment

Kootenai County residents have a chance to share input on possible changes to the county’s administrative structure on Jan. 19.
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EMBATTLED TRUSTEE QUITS

Michael Barnes has resigned from the North Idaho College Board of Trustees
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Embattled NIC trustees resigns amid residency questions

Michael Barnes has resigned from the North Idaho College Board of Trustees
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NIC Trustee Michael Barnes resigns

Group calls for NIC trustee’s resignation due to residency concerns
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KCSO: Man died from self-inflicted gunshot

A man reportedly died due to a self-inflicted gunshot during an altercation with police on Sunday, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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KCSO: Man died from self-inflicted gunshot

A man reportedly died due to a self-inflicted gunshot during an altercation with police on Sunday, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
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Former legislative candidate bound over on child sexual abuse charge

The case of a former legislative candidate accused of fondling a child has been referred to First District Court for further action.
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ISP program to offer addiction treatment, not arrest

Pilot program offers addiction treatment, not arrest
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ISP program to offer addiction treatment, not arrest

Pilot program offers addiction treatment, not arrest
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ISP: Teens vulnerable to social media drug dealers

Idaho State Police warn teens and parents about the dangers of fentanyl-laced pills
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ISP program to offer addiction treatment, not arrest

Pilot program offers addiction treatment, not arrest
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County commissioners look ahead

Kootenai County’s administrative structure could change in 2022 — and so could the makeup of the board of commissioners.
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Teen connected to deadly shooting gets rider

A teen who accepted a plea deal for his role in a drug deal gone bad has been placed on a rider.
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Teen connected to deadly shooting gets rider

A teen who accepted a plea deal for his role in a drug deal gone bad has been placed on a rider.
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KCSO: Extradition budget emptied

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has run out of money to extradite inmates.
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Man charged with kidnapping, rape

Police arrested a man who allegedly held a woman against her will for 12 hours, beat her and raped her.
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Man charged with kidnapping, rape

Police arrested a man who allegedly held a woman against her will for 12 hours, beat her and raped her.
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Sheriff reflects on first year in office

Sheriff reflects on first year in office
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Electioneering investigation continues

An investigation into possible electioneering during November’s local elections is ongoing.
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Sex offender freed after appeal

A man previously convicted of sexually abusing two children is free after the Idaho Supreme Court ruled that he was deprived of his right to a fair trial.
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Electioneering investigation continues

An investigation into possible electioneering during November’s local elections is ongoing.
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Man burns to death in bedroom

Police say death was accidental
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Rape hearing postponed

A judge will consider whether to separate the charges against a former legislative candidate accused of fondling a child and raping a woman.
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‘We can’t arrest our way out of this’

Police shine light on deadly fentanyl crisis in North Idaho
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LAID BARE

Sun Meadow Family Nudist Resort closing this month
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‘We can’t arrest our way out of this’

Police shine light on deadly fentanyl crisis in North Idaho
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‘We can’t arrest our way out of this’

Police shine light on deadly fentanyl crisis in North Idaho
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Prosecutors: Driver in fatal crash was drunk

Prosecutors said a man accused of causing a deadly crash was drunk.
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Man charged with sexual battery

A man is in jail after police said he entered a woman’s home while she slept and groped her.
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Man arrested at library protest

Police arrested an armed man who allegedly trespassed while protesting a library program for LGBTQ youths.
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Man arrested at library protest

Police arrested an armed man who allegedly trespassed while protesting a library program for LGBTQ youths.
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Attempted murder charge dropped

The state will drop an attempted murder charge against a man who allegedly tried to shoot his ex.
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NIC ‘dysfunction’ causes rating downgrade

A1 issuer and A2 revenue bond ratings affirmed
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Accused Post Falls shooter remains in jail

The man accused of shooting two people before going on a crime spree earlier this month remains in jail on $2 million bond.
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NIC ‘dysfunction’ causes rating downgrade

A1 issuer and A2 revenue bond ratings affirmed
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Man charged with rape, child sexual abuse

A former legislative candidate is facing felony charges after he allegedly fondled a child and raped a woman.
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Man gets 30-year sentence for ‘unforgivable’ abuse

A man who sexually abused a child for a decade will spend up to 30 years in prison.
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Man charged with beating infant

A man accused of choking his wife and beating an infant is being held on $85,000 bail.
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Man bound over on child enticement charges

A man is facing felony charges after he allegedly solicited middle school-aged girls online, not knowing he was really chatting with a federal agent.
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Woman will plead guilty to DUI

A woman charged with causing a head-on crash while driving drunk will plead guilty.
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Accused batterer back in jail

A man accused of choking a woman and breaking her nose on Thanksgiving is back in jail.
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Accused drunken driver to change plea

A woman accused of causing a head-on crash while driving drunk is expected to change her plea.
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Suspects bound over for alleged attack

A woman and four teens have been bound over to district court for their roles in an alleged attack at a gas station.
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Man gets prison for sexual abuse

A man will spend up to a decade behind bars after he pleaded guilty to molesting a child.
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$2 million bail for alleged shooter

A man who allegedly shot two people before going on a crime spree is being held on $2 million bail.
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Man charged with false imprisonment

Police arrested a man this week who is accused of choking a woman and holding her against her will.
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$2 million bail for alleged shooter

A man who allegedly shot two people before going on a crime spree is being held on $2 million bail.
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Woman pleads guilty to assaulting officers

A woman accused of dragging a Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputy with her car has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.
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Woman sentenced for deadly crash

A woman who caused a head-on crash that killed a man last year will spend up to a decade behind bars.
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Felon charged with battery

A man who allegedly battered his wife at her workplace is being held on $50,000 bail.
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Child porn trial set for 2022

A Spokane man accused of possessing child sexual abuse material is expected to stand trial early next year.
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Shooting suspect arrested

Police arrested a man who allegedly shot two people Wednesday afternoon.
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Accused stalker bound over on felony charges

The case of an accused stalker who was arrested after a five-hour standoff with police will move forward.
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Trial set for alleged child luring

A man accused of attempting to lure a child at Independence Point this summer is expected to stand trial in January.
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Virus stops jury trials

A rising COVID-19 case rate has again halted jury trials in the five northern counties.
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Man charged with attacking wife

A man accused of choking a woman and breaking her nose on Thanksgiving is facing multiple felony charges.
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Man to change plea in sexual abuse case

A man accused of molesting multiple girls is expected to change his plea.
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Rape trial approaches for Post Falls man

A man accused of repeatedly raping a child will stand trial next month.
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Report: Idaho among riskiest states for Thanksgiving travel

Idaho is one of the riskiest places to travel for Thanksgiving, according to a new report.
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Teen accepts plea deal in abuse case

The charges against a former Lake City High School student previously accused of rape will be amended after the teen accepted a pretrial settlement offer.
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Jail staff shortages continue

Sheriff says jail staff shortages create unsafe environment for inmates, deputies
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Rape trial set for local teen

A former Lake City High School student is expected to stand trial for rape next month.
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Man sentenced for deadly crash

A man who pleaded guilty to causing a deadly crash in 2018 will spend up to a decade behind bars.
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Man charged with assault at fairgrounds

A teen who allegedly threatened multiple people with a gun at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds is facing felony charges.
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Teens charged as adults in alleged attack

Four local teens are facing felony charges for allegedly attacking a man with baseball bat and knife at an adult’s behest.
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Dentist gets prison for child molestation

A man will spend time in prison after pleading guilty to molesting a child.
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Police investigate report of animal abuse

Local police investigated a possible case of animal abuse caught on video.
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Man who shot wife bound for prison

A 75-year-old man who previously avoided prison for shooting his wife will remain behind bars.
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Police: Woman sent teens to attack man

A woman allegedly enlisted a group of teenagers to attack a man at a local gas station using a knife and a baseball bat.
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No arrests after SWAT response

No one was charged after a domestic dispute that led to the Kootenai County SWAT team descending on a home.
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Fire levy got support — just not enough

Though a majority of voters supported Northern Lake Fire District’s $2 million permanent override levy, it failed.
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Missing woman found dead by hiker

Adult daughter found alive
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Election shakes up school boards

Nonpartisan races that were nonetheless politically charged ended Tuesday with multiple local school board shake-ups.
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Here's who won fire district seats

Final numbers are in for fire district races that were too close to call on election night.
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CDA school board incumbents ahead

School board results
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Fire levy in limbo

Voters leaned toward supporting Northern Lake Fire District’s $2 million permanent override levy at midnight on Tuesday.
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Fire district races still in contention

Several fire commissioner races were too close to call at press time Tuesday night.
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Man gets prison time for robbery, domestic assault

A judge sentenced a man to prison for breaking into his former girlfriend’s home.
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Warrant quashed in DUI case

A judge quashed an arrest warrant this week for a woman accused of causing a head-on crash while driving drunk.
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Stalking suspect arrested after standoff

Police arrested a wanted man following a five-hour standoff Thursday night.
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Man charged with violating protective order

A man who’s been served with 32 warrants throughout his life is being held on $100,000 bail.
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Police: Man caught in online sting

A man is being held on $500,000 bail after he allegedly solicited middle school-aged girls online, not knowing the children were actually a federal agent.
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Teen pleads guilty in connection with deadly shooting

A local teen accepted a plea deal for his role in a drug deal gone bad.
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NOV BJNI: North Idaho sees record year for tourism

North Idaho saw a record summer tourism season in 2021
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Warrant issued for accused drunk driver

Woman wanted on no-bond warrant
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Drunk driver gets prison for head-on crash

A man with multiple previous DUIs on his record will spend at least seven years in prison after a head-on crash that injured two people.
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Judge deals blow to GOP group

A federal judge has denied a motion to block the Coeur d’Alene School District from prohibiting political activity on school property during elections.
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Judge deals blow to GOP group

A federal judge has denied a motion to block the Coeur d’Alene School District from prohibiting political activity on school property during elections.
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Man sentenced for rape

A man will spend up to 20 years in prison for raping a teen girl.
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Spirit Lake man charged with domestic battery

Police arrested a man accused of burning a woman’s face before choking her to unconsciousness.
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Gonzaga coach pleads guilty to DUI in Cd'A

Penalties include community service, fine and license suspension.
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Spirit Lake man charged with domestic battery

Police arrested a man accused of burning a woman’s face before choking her to unconsciousness.
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Gonzaga coach Mark Few pleads guilty to DUI

Gonzaga men’s basketball coach Mark Few must pay a fine and complete community service after pleading guilty to driving under the influence.
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Sex offender gets prison sentence

A sex offender will spend at least five years in prison after he repeatedly failed to update his registration.
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Man pleads guilty to child molestation

A man who pleaded guilty to molesting multiple children and stalking his ex could face life in prison.
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Book unwraps North Idaho’s ‘wicked’ past

Local stories of murder, mayhem and more explored in nonfiction book
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Man gets prison for groping girls

A man who was convicted of kissing and groping two teen girls near the lake last summer will spend up to 15 years in prison.
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Man sentenced to rider in sexual abuse case

Judge bound by plea agreement
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Isenberg special airing Friday

Dateline special will explore local murder case
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Isenberg special airing Friday

Dateline special will explore local murder case
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Isenberg special airing Friday

Dateline special will explore local murder case
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Suspected driver in fatal crash released from jail

A judge released a man on his own recognizance Monday after a deadly crash.
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Judge declines to alter teen’s sentence

A judge denied a motion to modify to the sentence of a teen who was accused of raping an intoxicated girl.
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COVID chaos linked to widespread school board resignations

Some cite safety concerns over COVID-19 policy backlash
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Man charged after deadly crash

Alcohol could be a factor, police say
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Police: Sex offender failed to update info

A convicted rapist is back in jail after police said he failed to update his sex offender registration information.
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Domestic battery charge dropped

Some of the charges against a man who was forced to undress at gunpoint after he allegedly battered his girlfriend have been dropped.
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Child porn raid was constitutional, judge rules

A judge ruled that police did not violate the constitutional rights of a man accused of downloading child sexual abuse material when they raided his home.
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Spirit Lake man bound over on rape charge

The case of a man accused of raping a missing teen girl has been referred to First District Court for further action.
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Man gets probation in child injury case

A man who pleaded guilty to grabbing a 13-year-old boy by the neck will spend time on probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Local races locked in

Friday was last day to withdraw from Nov. 2 ballot
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Cd’A Oktoberfest begins Friday

Oktoberfest will go on in downtown Coeur d’Alene Friday and Saturday
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Details emerge in false arrest case

A former Idaho State Police trooper who avoided jail time for unlawfully arresting a woman was reportedly the subject of numerous citizen complaints prior to his conviction.
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Man jailed on felony eluding charge

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he led them on a high-speed chase, battered his ex and violated a no contact order.
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Former state trooper convicted of unlawful arrest

No jail time for former trooper who falsely arrested woman
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COVID-19 count still climbing

97 COVID-patients at Kootenai Health
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COVID-19 count still climbing

97 COVID-patients at Kootenai Health
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COVID-19 count still climbing

97 COVID-patients at Kootenai Health
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Teen arrested for injury to a child

A Washington teen is back in jail after police said he had sexual relations with an underage girl.
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Muddy mandate

New federal vaccine mandates will affect health care workers and education employees throughout Idaho — but exactly how remains to be seen.
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Parolee arrested with pound of pot

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after he allegedly almost T-boned an off-duty police officer while carrying more than a pound of pot in his truck.
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Department of Defense medical personnel arrive at Kootenai Health

Military medical personnel to support Kootenai Health staff
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Department of Defense medical personnel arrive at Kootenai Health

Military medical personnel to support Kootenai Health staff
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Accused rapist pleads not guilty

A former Lake City High School student accused of raping and beating his ex girlfriend pleaded not guilty to multiple felony charges this week.
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COVID CRISIS

Health care workers urge vaccination as beds fill with COVID patients
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Sex offender who fled sentence arrested out of state

A sex offender who absconded from custody is back in jail, after almost a year on the lam.
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COVID CRISIS

Health care workers urge vaccination as beds fill with COVID patients
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Lessons in forgiveness

Two years after the crash that killed a local husband and father, his family is healing
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NIC president’s contract tabled

Board will meet again Sept. 22
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Weekend temps could spark fire behavior

As temperatures rise, firefighters are braced for activity this weekend in the Deceitful fire area.
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Man who shot wife could be dying

A 75-year-old man who avoided prison for shooting his wife but soon landed back in jail may be dying.
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DUI patrols continue through Labor Day

“100 deadliest days” drawing to a close
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Fire closures reduced across panhandle

Fire danger remains high
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Teen sentenced to jail treatment program in child injury case

An 18-year-old accused of raping an intoxicated girl reported to jail this week.
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Jury trials back on in North Idaho

Jury trials for the week of Sept. 7 will go on in North Idaho
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Fire closures reduced across Panhandle

Fire danger remains high
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NIC president’s contract tabled

Board will meet again Sept. 22
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Woman who skipped sentencing arrested

A woman who failed to appear for her own sentencing on a burglary charge is back in jail.
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NIC trustees meet today

The North Idaho College board of trustees will meet today to discuss the college president’s contract.
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Trestle Creek closure area shrinks

Recent rainfall helped firefighters make progress in their battle against area wildfires.
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Man charged with dealing fentanyl

A man who is expected to stand trial next week for vehicular manslaughter is being held on $250,000 bail for allegedly dealing dangerous counterfeit pills.
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Electioneering lawsuit continues

An attorney representing the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee has asked a federal judge to block the Coeur d’Alene School District from interfering with people who engage in political activity on school property.
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Electioneering lawsuit continues

An attorney representing the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee has asked a federal judge to block the Coeur d’Alene School District from interfering with people who engage in political activity on school property.
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Rape hearing postponed

A hearing in the case of a man accused of raping a missing girl has been postponed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

NIC board rescinds mask mandate

No decision yet on president’s contract
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NIC board rescinds mask mandate

No decision yet on president’s contract
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Fire restrictions end today

Campfires allowed starting today
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Fire restrictions end Friday

Officials continue to urge safety
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Man who shot wife arrested again

A man who avoided prison after pleading guilty to shooting his wife is back in jail after he allegedly violated the terms of his probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fire restrictions end Friday

Officials continue to urge safety
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Rainfall dampens area wildfires

The same rainfall that helped firefighters make strides in the battle against area wildfires also caused landslides in some areas, complicating efforts.
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Virus halts jury trials

Trials suspended in 4 of 5 northern counties
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Accused killer to stand trial next year

Bonners Ferry man charged with shooting girlfriend
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Accused killer to stand trial next year

Bonners Ferry man charged with shooting girlfriend
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Fire evacuation orders lifted

Residents displaced by the Deceitful fire were allowed to return to their homes Friday.
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Bond for accused killer: $1M

A man accused of killing his longtime partner is being held on $1 million bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deceitful fire evacuation orders could change today

Residents displaced by the fast-growing Deceitful fire could return to their homes as soon as today.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Murder suspect arrested

Police have arrested a man accused of killing his longtime partner.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Murder suspect arrested

Police have arrested a man accused of killing his longtime partner.
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Police seek person of interest in murder case

He’s armed and dangerous, KCSO says
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Police seek person of interest in murder case

He’s armed and dangerous, KCSO says
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Air quality warning lifted for some counties

Air remains unhealthy in Boundary, Bonner counties
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deceitful fire forces evacuations

The Deceitful fire burning north of the Silver Valley grew rapidly Monday night, forcing residents to evacuate some areas.
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No prison for man who shot wife

Wife says sentence is appropriate
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Child porn raid was unconstitutional, defense argues

A judge is expected to rule soon as to whether police violated the constitutional rights of a man accused of downloading images of child sexual abuse.
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Woman pleads not guilty to dragging deputy

A woman accused of dragging a Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputy with her car will face jury trial in October.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Unhealthy air persists

Cold front may bring relief
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man crashed after high-speed chase

A man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase before crashing and later kicking an officer in the groin is being held on $100,000 bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Smoke break’s over

As smoke settled over the Idaho Panhandle Thursday, air quality dropped to unhealthy levels.
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Virus thins ranks at KCSO

The spread of COVID-19 in the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is putting a strain on an already-understaffed agency.
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Police: Sex offender didn’t update info, again

A sex offender could face life in prison after police said he failed to update his registration — again.
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Arraignment postponed in enticement case

The arraignment of a man accused of attempting to lure a child at Independence Point has been reset for a later date.
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Rathdrum man charged with felony domestic violence

A man is facing felony charges after police said he attacked his wife and punched her child.
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Man charged with child molestation

A man is facing felony charges after police said he molested multiple children.
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Man to change plea in molestation case

A man accused of molesting his daughter will plead guilty.
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Man charged with injuring child

A man is being held on $25,000 bond after police said he grabbed a 12-year-old child by the neck.
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Man changes plea in robbery case

A man accused of breaking into his former girlfriend’s home earlier this year has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.
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Teen bound over on rape charge

Former Lake City High School student accused of rape, assault
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Signed, sealed, delivered

Gulf War vet, 10-year-old pen pal share lifelong friendship
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THIS OLD HOUSE

Historic home hits the market
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Smokey’s safe!

Missing cat reunited with family
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Smokey’s safe!

Missing cat reunited with family
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Still seeking Smokey

Woman in security footage says she’s not involved
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Deceitful fire approaches power line corridor

Firefighters are preparing as the Deceitful fire spreads toward the Avista power line corridor.
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Rape, kidnapping charges dismissed

Some of the charges against a man previously accused of raping his girlfriend and attacking a child have been dropped.
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Deceitful Fire continues to spread

The Deceitful fire burning north of the Silver Valley is expected to reach the Avista power line corridor this week.
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Deceitful fire prompts road closures

Wildfire burning north of the Silver Valley continues to spread
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Safe Passage seeks new leader

Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center is hiring an executive director
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Local fires under control

The fire that broke out near Silverwood Friday afternoon is under control, officials said Monday.
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Prichard fire 50% contained

As crews prepare to mop up the Prichard fire, they’ve identified opportunities for direct attack on the neighboring Deceitful fire.
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Drive-by shooting suspect arrested

Police arrested a man who’s been wanted for months as a suspect in a drive-by shooting earlier this year.
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Character Complex fire holds steady

Prichard fire 40% contained, Deceitful fire 0% contained
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New fitness center coming to Post Falls

Facility to feature most indoor pickleball courts in nation
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Crews make progress on Character Complex fire

Fire crews are battling back the Character Complex fire, but weather conditions continue to complicate their efforts.
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Man charged with stalking, again

A man facing charges in an ongoing stalking case has been charged a second time for allegedly stalking the same woman.
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Character Complex fire 5% contained

Even as crews work around the clock to slow the spread of flames, the Character Complex fire continues to grow.
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Man charged with rape of missing girl

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he housed and raped a missing teen girl.
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Character Complex fire grows amid thunderstorm conditions

As the Character Complex fire continues to grow, weather conditions are primed for new fires and rapid spread.
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Man dies by suicide at Memorial Bridge

A man died Monday after he reportedly jumped from a local bridge.
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Post Falls man faces child porn charges

Police said they found hundreds of images of child sexual abuse on a man’s computer.
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DECENT EXPOSURE

Local nudist resort for sale
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Decent exposure

Local nudist resort for sale
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No jail time for man who beat dog

Dog’s owner says sentence is just
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Man charged with rape of missing girl

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he housed and raped a missing teen girl.
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Campfires banned at state parks

Campfires and propane-fueled fueled fire rings have been banned at North Idaho state parks as more fire restrictions go into effect across the Gem State.
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Campfires banned at state parks

Campfires and propane-fueled fueled fire rings have been banned at North Idaho state parks as more fire restrictions go into effect across the Gem State.
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Man convicted of sexual abuse

A man accused of kissing and groping two teen girls near the lake last summer has been convicted of two felony charges.
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Idaho could face worst fire season in years

Idahoans urged to stay safe amid unprecedented wildfire conditions
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Idaho could face worst fire season in years

Idahoans urged to stay safe amid unprecedented wildfire conditions
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Event will help most innovative teachers

The public is invited to explore the gardens at Casco Bay — and support local schools while they’re at it.
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Man held at gunpoint, charged with battery

A man is being held on $200,000 bail after police said he choked a teenager and attacked his girlfriend, who then forced him to undress at gunpoint.
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Man charged with hate crime

A man was charged with a hate crime after he allegedly held a family at knifepoint while calling them racist slurs.
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Man charged with stalking

A man accused of choking, threatening and stalking his former girlfriend is being held on $50,000 bail.
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Man held at gunpoint, charged with battery

A man is being held on $200,000 bail after police said he choked a teenager and attacked his girlfriend, who then forced him to undress at gunpoint.
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Little mobilizes Guard firefighters

Stage 2 fire restrictions will go into effect Monday.
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$75,000 bail for man charged after standoff

A man remains in jail on $75,000 bond after four-hour standoff with police over the weekend.
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Fire danger rating poised to jump

The potential for catastrophic fires in North Idaho is rising.
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Police: Sex offender failed to update info, again

A sex offender and parolee is facing a felony charge after police said he failed to update his registration.
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Man accused of choking girlfriend in car

A man is being held on $50,000 bail for allegedly choking his girlfriend while she was driving.
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First responders faced fiery Fourth

The heat was on for local first responders and law enforcement agencies this Independence Day weekend.
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Report: County crime dropped in 2020

Crime in Kootenai County dropped in 2020, according to Idaho State Police’s annual crime report.
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Housing prices handcuff law enforcement recruiters

Experienced police officers from across the country want to work in Kootenai County. But they can’t afford to live here.
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Rambo sentenced to prison

Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo will spend up to a decade in prison
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$500,000 bail for man charged with attempted murder

A man is being held on $500,000 bail after police said he tried to shoot his former partner.
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Police: Man caught cruising in stolen boat

Law enforcement arrested a man this week who they said was cruising Coeur d’Alene Lake in a boat paid for with a stolen card.
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Rambo sentenced to prison

Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo will spend up to a decade in prison
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Rambo sentenced to prison

Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo will spend up to 10 years in prison.
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Man charged with kidnapping girlfriend

Police arrested a wanted man after he allegedly kidnapped his girlfriend.
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Iron Horse shooter sentenced to prison

The Montana man who pleaded guilty to firing into a crowd outside a downtown bar last summer will spend up to 15 years in prison.
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Man faces felony drug charges

COEUR d’ALENE — Police arrested a Washington man this week who they allegedly found in possession of numerous illegal drugs, including fentanyl.
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Remembering Gwen

Celebration of life for nurse who died from virus complications will be Friday
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Green going to prison

A former Idaho state representative will serve time in prison for his role in a decade-long tax dodging scheme.
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Green going to prison

A former Idaho state representative will serve time in prison for his role in a decade-long tax dodging scheme.
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HOLDING ON TO BEAUTY

After beating cancer, local artist unveils book of paintings, poetry
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Washington woman charged with dragging deputy

A Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputy is recovering from minor injuries today after a driver allegedly dragged him with her vehicle.
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Trial date set in child porn case

A man accused of downloading child pornography will face a jury trial in October.
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Cd’A man charged with rape

A man is being held on $200,000 bail after police said he raped a 14-year-old girl.
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Accused drunk driver waives hearing

A woman accused of causing a head-on crash while driving drunk with a child in the car has waived her right to a preliminary hearing.
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The good times roll again

Car d’Lane begins today and continues tomorrow.
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Teens charged in deadly shooting

Police arrested three local teens in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Gabriel R. Casper.
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What goes up …

Rathdrum family rattled after stray bullet strikes truck
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Teens charged in deadly shooting

Police arrested three local teens in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Gabriel R. Casper.
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Teens charged in connection with Memorial Day shooting

Police have arrested three local teens in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Gabriel R. Casper.
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Two arrested for fentanyl possession

Two people are facing felony charges after police allegedly found them in possession of fentanyl, a drug that has been linked to numerous fatal overdoses in North Idaho.
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Two arrested for fentanyl possession

Two people are facing felony charges after police allegedly found them in possession of fentanyl, a drug that has been linked to numerous fatal overdoses in North Idaho.
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In North Idaho, property values outpace insurance policies

How much does it cost to protect a home or business?
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Illegal dumping increases at waste collection sites

Kootenai County officials are asking residents to keep watch for illegal dumping at rural waste collection sites.
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Workers have upper hand in job market, Idaho economist says

With businesses throughout North Idaho struggling to find applicants, the balance of power has shifted from employers to workers.
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Man sentenced to prison for child sexual abuse

A Kootenai County man will spend at least two decades in prison after he pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a teen girl.
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Man dies by suicide in Kootenai County Jail

A man who died by suicide in the Kootenai County Jail over the weekend was the third person to do so in the last eight months.
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Man accused of choking wife

Police arrested a man whose wife accused him of attacking her.
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Accused killer bound over for trial

The case of a Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving has been bound over for trial.
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Man charged with molesting girls

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he molested two girls.
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Dog thrown from Rathdrum crash found safe

A dog thrown from a car during a collision in Rathdrum this weekend has been reunited with his family.
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Shooting suspects held on $1 million bond

The Washington men arrested last week in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Gabriel R. Casper are accused of ditching bloody clothes and other evidence after a drug deal gone wrong.
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Accused killer bound over for trial

The case of a Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving has been bound over for trial.
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Accused killer bound over for trial

The case of a Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving has been bound over for trial.
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Man stable after police shooting

Police shot a man Thursday night who reportedly expressed suicidal thoughts and threatened to kill deputies.
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Shootings ring in summer season

Three shootings and a string of unusual criminal activity marked the beginning of the summer season in North Idaho.
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Man stable after police shooting

Police shot a man Thursday night who reportedly expressed suicidal thoughts and threatened to kill deputies.
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Bail lowered in rape case

The case of a man accused of raping his girlfriend and attacking a child has been referred to the district court for further action.
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Man accused of 'injuring jail' after felony arrest

Police said a man flooded his jail cell after he was arrested for allegedly stealing a car from a gas station and then unlawfully entering a home.
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Second arrest made after fatal Memorial Day shooting

A second suspect is in custody after a fatal Memorial Day shooting.
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Second arrest made after fatal Memorial Day shooting

A second suspect is in custody after a fatal Memorial Day shooting.
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Calling it a career

Post Falls Police Chief Pat Knight will retire effective Aug. 31.
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Man dead after Monday shooting

A man is dead after a shooting in Coeur d’Alene.
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Man dead after Monday shooting

A man is dead after a shooting in Coeur d’Alene.
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Man charged for possessing stolen car

A man who has been in jail since February for allegedly attacking his roommate with a hatchet is facing new felony charges.
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Man accused of jewelry theft

A man is facing multiple felony charges after he was accused of stealing jewelry worth thousands of dollars.
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Hearing delayed for accused sexual abuser

A man accused of attempting to fondle a child in Walmart remains in jail on $200,000 bond.
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Police: Man hid drugs in engine compartment

Police arrested a man who allegedly hid meth in his car’s engine compartment.
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Isenberg gets life in prison

Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.
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Montana pair caught in stolen car

Police arrested two Montana residents who were reportedly driving a stolen car.
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Sex offender arrested again

COEUR d’ALENE — Police arrested a registered sex offender this week who has reportedly been charged with more than 30 crimes since 2004.
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Man charged with felony drug possession

Police arrested a man with a history of felony convictions this week after they allegedly found illegal pain pills in his car.
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Isenberg gets life in prison

Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.
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Isenberg gets life in prison

Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.
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‘Recruit locally, operate globally’

Post Falls-based tech firm thrives during pandemic
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JUNE BJNI: ‘Recruit locally, operate globally’

Post Falls-based tech firm thrives during pandemic
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Isenberg gets life in prison

Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.
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Sex offender charged with failure to register

A man is facing a felony charge after police said he failed to register as a sex offender when he moved to Idaho about 20 years ago.
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Isenberg gets life sentence

Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Isenberg sentencing will stream Monday

Convicted embezzler Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will be sentenced for her husband’s murder on Monday.
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Isenberg sentencing will stream Monday

Convicted embezzler Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will be sentenced for her husband’s murder on Monday.
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Post Falls man charged with rape

A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he raped a child several years ago.
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Man jailed for alleged false 911 call

A man is being held on $50,000 bail after police said he made a false 911 call.
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Man charged with second felony DUI

A man is being held on $200,000 bail after being charged with his second felony DUI in two years.
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Man charged with molesting daughter

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he molested his daughter for years.
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Man accused of violating sexual battery probation

A man who pleaded guilty last year to kissing a 13-year-old girl is back in jail after police said he violated the terms of his probation.
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Woman gets prison time for deadly DUI crash

A woman who pleaded guilty to causing a deadly crash while driving drunk last year will spend at least 10 years in prison.
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Man pleads guilty to animal cruelty

After an attack that left him bloody, a year-old border collie named Bubbers has recovered — and his assailant has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty.
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High school student charged with rape

A Lake City High School student is facing multiple felony charges after police said he raped and beat a former girlfriend multiple times.
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Grandmother held on $100,000 bail

A woman is being held on $100,000 bail after police said they found heroin and prescription pills in her car while she was traveling with her granddaughter.
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Police warn of deadly counterfeit pills

Pattern of teen overdoses under investigation
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Rambo sentencing moved back

Tyler Rambo will be sentenced July 1.
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Rambo sentencing moved back

Tyler Rambo will be sentenced July 1.
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Sex offender gets prison time

A registered sex offender will spend at least three and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges in three separate cases.
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Rambo sentencing moved back

Tyler Rambo will be sentenced July 1.
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Wanted man arrested on multiple warrants

Police arrested a man who was wanted on multiple warrants for allegedly violating the terms of his probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of felony injury to child

A woman is facing multiple felony charges after police said she kept meth in her home where it was accessible to her children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with trafficking heroin

Police arrested a Washington man for allegedly trafficking drugs.
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No bail for man with history of domestic violence charges

A man accused of violating the terms of his probation in a domestic violence case is being held without bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Police warn of deadly counterfeit pills

Pattern of teen overdoses under investigation
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No bail for man who skipped sentencing

Almost a year after a judge issued a warrant for his arrest, a Spokane man who didn’t show up for sentencing is being held without bail.
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No bail for man accused of violating probation

A man who pleaded guilty to molesting a 12-year-old girl is being held without bail after allegedly violating the terms of his probation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Police: Woman threatened tenant over unpaid rent

A woman is facing a felony charge after police said she threatened her tenant with a baseball bat over unpaid rent.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Woman charged with DUI after head-on crash

A woman is being held on $50,000 bail after police said she caused a head-on crash while driving drunk with a child in the car.
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Man accused of sexual abuse at Walmart

A man is being held on $200,000 bail after he was allegedly caught on video attempting to fondle a child in Walmart.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with felonies for alleged knife threat

A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he threatened a woman with a knife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced for felony domestic violence

A man who pleaded guilty to threatening his former wife with a gun will spend about six months in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with rape

A man is being held on $750,000 bail after police said he raped his girlfriend and attacked her child.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Woman charged with trafficking meth, cocaine

A Washington woman is facing multiple felonies after police said they found almost 40 grams of cocaine in her car.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man bound over for trial in forest attack case

A Washington man is accused of taking his girlfriend into the woods, choking her and then abandoning her in the middle of the night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with enticing child

Police arrested a Bonner County man who is accused of sending explicit messages to a 14-year-old girl almost four years ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Decade-long feud ends in prison sentence

A 73-year-old man will spend at least three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to attempting to set fire to a car by putting a fuse into the gas tank and lighting it.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rathdrum woman sentenced for killing infant

A Rathdrum woman will spend at least a decade in prison after pleading guilty to killing her newborn baby last year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with enticing child

Police arrested a Bonner County man who is accused of sending explicit messages to a 14-year-old girl almost four years ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of endangering child

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he left meth in reach of his 8-year-old child while the pair were sleeping in a car.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with felony stalking

Police arrested a man who they said violated a protection order by lingering near his former wife’s residence while armed.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Trial date set for ‘mastermind’ in alleged attack

A man police called the “mastermind” behind an alleged beating pleaded not guilty on Friday to multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Montana man charged with trafficking meth

A Montana man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said they found approximately 168 grams of meth in his vehicle.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested for stolen gun

Police arrested a Montana man who they said was a felon in possession of a stolen gun.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Iron Horse shooter pleads guilty

The Montana man accused of firing into a crowd outside a downtown bar last summer has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads guilty in Idaho shooting

COEUR d’ALENE — The Whitefish man accused of firing into a crowd outside a downtown Coeur d'Alene, Idaho bar last summer has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Iron Horse shooter pleads guilty

The Montana man accused of firing into a crowd outside a downtown bar last summer has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Four arrested for vaping with baby

Police arrested four young adults who they said were using vape pens that contained THC while in a car with an infant.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Trial date set for ‘mastermind’ in alleged attack

A man police called the “mastermind” behind an alleged beating pleaded not guilty on Friday to multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested for BB gun threat

Police arrested a man who they said threatened to blow another person’s head off during a dispute about money.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Trial postponed for man accused of shooting wife

The trial of a 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife in the back has been pushed back again.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with trafficking meth, heroin

A Rathdrum man is facing felony charges after a traffic stop.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woman charged with DUI held on $500,000 bail

A 75-year-old woman is being held on $500,000 bail after police said she drove backward on Appleway Avenue while drunk.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with attacking girlfriend in woods

Police arrested a man accused of taking his girlfriend into the woods, choking her and then abandoning her there in the middle of the night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Texas man charged with 5th DUI

A man who recently relocated to Idaho from Texas is facing his fifth lifetime DUI charge.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Accused killer says driver shot herself

The Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, remains in jail on $1 million bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Accused killer says driver shot herself

The Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, remains in jail on $1 million bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of stealing forklift

A man with 25 previous criminal convictions is being held on $200,000 bail after police said he stole a forklift.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Accused killer says driver shot herself

The Bonners Ferry man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, remains in jail on $1 million bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with murder after crash

A Bonners Ferry man is in jail on $1 million bond after police said he shot a woman while she was driving Tuesday, causing her to lose control of her vehicle and cross into oncoming traffic.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with murder after crash

A Bonners Ferry man is in jail on $1 million bond after police said he shot a woman while she was driving Tuesday, causing her to lose control of her vehicle and cross into oncoming traffic.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with murder after crash

A Bonners Ferry man is in jail on $1 million bond after police said he shot a woman while she was driving Tuesday, causing her to lose control of her vehicle and cross into oncoming traffic.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with attacking girlfriend in woods

Police arrested a man accused of taking his girlfriend into the woods, choking her and then abandoning her there in the middle of the night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of trafficking heroin

A man accused of trafficking heroin while on felony probation is being held on $200,000 bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sex offender faces prison time after guilty plea

A registered sex offender faces at least 8 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No bail for man charged with 6th DUI

A man who was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence while involved in two pending DUI cases is being held without bond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Accused robber arrested again

A man who was released on his own recognizance in a robbery case was arrested for failing to appear in court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of attacking roommate

Police arrested a man who they said smashed a glass bottle over his roommate’s head during an argument over noise.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woman charged with felony DUI

A woman is being held on $40,000 bail after police said she committed her third DUI offense.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Judge revokes sex offender’s probation

A registered sex offender who failed to update his information will spend at least five years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced in sexual abuse case

A man who pleaded guilty to having an ongoing sexual relationship with his teen daughter will spend at least 12 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Child porn case heads to district court

The case of a Spokane man accused of possessing child pornography was bound over to district court Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads not guilty to robbery

A man held on $100,000 bail after allegedly breaking into his former girlfriend’s home pleaded not guilty to all charges on Wednesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced for sexual battery

A registered sex offender will serve 89 days in jail after pleading guilty to two charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woman arrested for failing to report to jail

A woman is being held on $40,000 bail after she allegedly failed to comply with the terms of her sentencing in a DUI case.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

‘Mastermind’ behind alleged attack bound over for felony charges

The case of a man police called the “mastermind” behind an alleged beating has been referred to the district court for further action.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Police: Sex offender failed to update information

A registered sex offender could face up to life in prison after police said he failed to update his information.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Police: Woman driving stolen car also charged with robbery

A woman arrested for allegedly driving a stolen car last month has now been accused of robbery.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Candidates vie for hospital district seats

Voters will choose three candidates to fill the open seats on Kootenai Health’s board of trustees in May.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Wanted man arrested for stalking

A man accused of choking his ex and leaving a dead animal on her porch is being held without bail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with DUI after head-on crash

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after a head-on crash that injured two people.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with DUI after head-on crash

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after a head-on crash that injured two people.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of threatening mom with knives

The case of a man accused of choking his mother and threatening her with knives has been referred to the district court for further action.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced to rider in lewd conduct case

A man will spend time on a rider program after pleading guilty to having sexual contact with two young girls.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Spokane man accused of theft

Police arrested a Spokane man after he allegedly pried open a locker at a local gym and stole multiple wallets.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Trial approaches for man accused of shooting wife

A 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife in the back will stand trial next month.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Hearing postponed in child porn case

A man accused of downloading child pornography on the dark web will be back in court next week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with throwing knife at ex

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he threw a knife at his former girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Wanted man accused of stealing car at hospital

A man wanted on multiple warrants could face life in prison after police said he stole a car in front of the emergency room entrance on New Year’s Day.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Sex offender accused of possessing child porn

A registered sex offender is being held on $500,000 bail after police said they found him in possession of child pornography.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of firing into a crowd at Coeur d'Alene bar set to stand trial

Whitefish man accused of firing into a crowd at Coeur d'Alene bar set to stand trial
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Accused Iron Horse shooter to stand trial

A Montana man accused of firing into a crowd outside a downtown bar last summer will face a jury trial next month.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Police: Woman caught in stolen car

Police arrested a woman who they said was driving a stolen car.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Woman pleads guilty to arson

A woman accused of setting fire to her ex’s kitchen has pleaded guilty.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man charged with 4th DUI

A man is being held on $60,000 bail after he was charged with his third DUI violation in three years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Hearing postponed in child porn case

A Spokane man accused of possessing child porn is expected to be back in court next month.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Bail lowered in ‘mind-boggling’ case

A judge lowered the bail of a woman accused of attempting to flee a crash that injured her children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo shooting footage made public

Tyler Rambo’s mom released body cam footage from the night police shot Rambo 14 times
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Police: Sex offender failed to update address

Police arrested a registered sex offender who they said failed to update his address after moving.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo shooting footage made public

Tyler Rambo’s mom released body cam footage from the night police shot Rambo 14 times.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Police: Hit-and-run driver's BAC was 3X legal limit

Police arrested a man who they said had two hit-and-runs while driving with a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man sentenced for molesting niece

A man who pleaded guilty to molesting his four-year-old niece will spend at least three years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man accused of downloading child porn

A man is being held on $200,000 bond after police said he downloaded child pornography on the dark web.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo sentencing date set

Tyler Rambo will be sentenced in May for three counts of aggravated assault of a peace officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo sentencing date set

Tyler Rambo will be sentenced in May for three counts of aggravated assault of a peace officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Hearing waived in molestation case

An Oregon man accused of molesting two children was bound over to district court Friday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo found not guilty of attempted murder

A jury has found accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo not guilty of second degree attempted murder.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo found not guilty of attempted murder

A jury has found accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo not guilty of second degree attempted murder.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Sentence suspended in sexual battery case

A Hauser contractor accused of forcing a teen girl to have oral sex avoided prison time as part of a plea deal.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo found not guilty of attempted murder

A jury has found accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo not guilty of second degree attempted murder.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo deliberation continues

Jurors in Tyler Rambo’s case did not reach a verdict as of press time on the second day of deliberations.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Owner chases down suspect in dog beating

A man is being held on $10,000 bail after police said he beat a dog badly enough to break its teeth.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo found not guilty of attempted murder

A jury has found accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo not guilty of second degree attempted murder.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo case goes to jury

The case of the accused Fourth of July shooter is now in the hands of a jury.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo case goes to jury

The case of the accused Fourth of July shooter is now in the hands of a jury.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo recalls July 4 shooting

Tyler Rambo said he remembers the moment when the first bullet hit him on the night of July 4, 2019.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo recalls July 4 shooting

Tyler Rambo said he remembers the moment when the first bullet hit him on the night of July 4, 2019.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo takes the stand

The accused Fourth of July shooter took the stand Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo takes the stand

The accused Fourth of July shooter took the stand Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo takes the stand

The accused Fourth of July shooter took the stand Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Owner chases down suspect in dog beating

A man is being held on $10,000 bail after police said he beat a dog badly enough to break its teeth.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Gun takes center stage in Rambo trial

The state rested its case Thursday against the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Gun takes center stage in Rambo trial

The state rested its case Thursday against the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Gun takes center stage in Rambo trial

The state rested its case Thursday against the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Police testify in Rambo trial

An officer who returned fire after Tyler Rambo’s gun went off in City Park reportedly did so because he believed a fellow officer who tripped and fell had been shot.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Police testify in Rambo trial

An officer who returned fire after Tyler Rambo’s gun went off in City Park reportedly did so because he believed a fellow officer who tripped and fell had been shot.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rathdrum woman pleads guilty to killing newborn

A Rathdrum woman could spend life in prison after she pleaded guilty to killing her newborn baby last year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Witnesses take stand in Rambo trial

A key witness in the trial of accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo admitted he previously lied to police and under oath when he took the stand Tuesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Witnesses take stand in Rambo trial

Seven witnesses took the stand Tuesday in the trial of Tyler Rambo, the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo trial begins

The trial of the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police in 2019 began Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo trial begins

With video from our partners at Krem.com.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man accused of molesting granddaughter

Police arrested a man last week who they said molested his granddaughter.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo trial begins

The trial of the teen who lost both legs after being shot by police in 2019 began Monday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo trial about to begin

The trial of a teen accused of pointing a gun at police before they shot him 14 times is set to begin this week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rambo trial about to begin

The trial of a teen accused of pointing a gun at police before they shot him 14 times is set to begin this week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rathdrum woman pleads guilty to killing newborn

A Rathdrum woman could spend life in prison after she pleaded guilty to killing her newborn baby last year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Polar express — with love

Residents of a Coeur d’Alene neighborhood spotted a polar bear and a triceratops clearing the sidewalks with a snowblower on Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man accused of kicking officer

A man is being held on $10,000 bail after he allegedly kicked a police officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Man accused of choking wife

A man is being held on $25,000 bail after police said he choked his wife in a motel room.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

That pancake is toast

IHOP in Coeur d’Alene has closed its doors for good.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Woman tried to flee crash, police say

A woman is being held on $250,000 bail after police said she attempted to flee a crash that injured her children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

PIE in the SILVER VALLEY SKY

When Missy and Jim Hightower opened their newest Domino’s in Kellogg on Jan. 11, it was a move 15 years in the making.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Business booms at Hayden industrial park

Ken Ela doesn’t play the flute. He doesn’t play the violin or saxophone, either.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New businesses thrive despite pandemic

By the time Katy Bean opened a brick-and-mortar store in early 2020, she had been in business for years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MARCH BJNI: New businesses thrive despite pandemic

By the time Katy Bean opened a brick-and-mortar store in early 2020, she had been in business for years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Local buttoneers thrive on Zoom

When the COVID-19 pandemic forced the Historical Button Club of Northern Idaho to stop meeting in their usual location, the members simply met outdoors, masked and socially distanced.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MARCH BJNI: Business booms at Hayden industrial park

Ken Ela doesn’t play the flute. He doesn’t play the violin or saxophone, either.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MARCH BJNI: PIE in the SILVER VALLEY SKY

When Missy and Jim Hightower opened their newest Domino’s in Kellogg on Jan. 11, it was a move 15 years in the making.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Housing market shows no signs of slowing down

Out-of-state homebuyers drive demand
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No more room

Tight housing market makes apartment rentals scarce.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Local youths take flight

Local youths in the Civil Air Patrol cadet program will experience the wonder of flight today at the Coeur d’Alene Airport.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Man charged with choking wife

A man is being held on $75,000 bail after police said he attacked his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New Amazon fulfillment center ‘a win’ for region

A new Amazon fulfillment center is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs in the area.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New Amazon fulfillment center ‘a win’ for region

A new Amazon fulfillment center is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs in the area.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Two accused of planning attack

Two people are facing multiple felony charges after they allegedly took a man to a wooded area, beat him and robbed him earlier this month.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Police: Man pointed gun at wife

Police arrested a man who they said pointed a gun at his wife in front of his children.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No more room

Tight housing market makes apartment rentals scarce
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Man pleads guilty to molesting niece

A man could spend up to 25 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to molesting his four-year-old niece.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Isenberg pleads guilty to lesser murder charge

Lori Isenberg pleaded guilty to a lesser murder charge this week, three years after her husband died under mysterious circumstances.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A perfect storm

Despite the storm that blanketed North Idaho in snow on Monday, local law enforcement called the situation “manageable.”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Housing market heats up in North Idaho

Out-of-state homebuyers drive demand
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Isenberg pleads guilty to lesser murder charge

Lori Isenberg pleaded guilty to a lesser murder charge this week, three years after her husband died under mysterious circumstances.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Isenberg pleads guilty to lesser murder charge

Lori Isenberg pleaded guilty to a lesser murder charge this week, three years after her husband died under mysterious circumstances.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Isenberg pleads guilty to murder

Sentencing scheduled for May
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Stop and smell the roses

During the week leading up to Valentine’s Day, the phone never seems to stop ringing at Hansen’s Florist & Gifts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hundreds vaccinated at Panhandle Health clinic

Some people cry after receiving their COVID-19 vaccination. Happy tears, of course.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Teen who stabbed mom gets 25 years in prison

A Rathdrum teen who reportedly stabbed his mother 13 times will spend up to 25 years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Isenberg pleads guilty to murder

Sentencing in the case isscheduled for May.
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Man sentenced after shooting death

A Post Falls man who was sentenced to 10 years in prison after he reportedly shot and killed a man could spend less than a year behind bars.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Police: Man choked wife over video game

Police arrested a Post Falls man who they said choked his wife after she asked him to stop playing video games.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Man accused of driving drunk

Police arrested a California man who they said was driving drunk.
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Local food banks receive $20,000 donation

Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty steps up to meet rising need
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SORRY, IT'S STILL WINTER

The sunshine that warmed North Idaho Friday is likely to turn a cold shoulder on inhabitants eager for spring.
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Woman sentenced after alleged attempt to take child

POST FALLS — A woman accused of attempting to take a toddler from a yard last fall will spend up to five years in prison.
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Recording of Kootenai County sheriff goes viral

COEUR d’ALENE — A video in which Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris appeared to pull out pepper spray while talking to a man who was recording a traffic stop has gone viral.
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Woman charged with arson

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman is in jail after police said she set a fire in her kitchen.
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Man arrested again in alleged child porn case

Police arrested a Spokane man for the second time for alleged possession of child porn.
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A civil conversation

After Bonnie LePard was elected president of her seventh-grade class, the vice president, a boy named Bruce Reed, tried to have her impeached so he could take her place.
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Local nurse dies from virus complications

At 65 years old, Gwen Farley had a great deal to look forward to.
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Local nurse dies from virus complications

At 65 years old, Gwen Farley had a great deal to look forward to.
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Three arrested after drugs found in home

Police arrested three adults and removed three children from a home where they said drugs were left in plain view.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Wanted man arrested after alleged knifepoint robbery

Police arrested a wanted man who they said robbed a woman at knifepoint last year.
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Wanted man arrested after alleged knifepoint robbery

Police arrested a wanted man who they said robbed a woman at knifepoint last year.
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Virus puts jury trials on hold

Five people currently held in the Kootenai County Jail on charges of murder or attempted murder are currently held in the Kootenai County Jail, awaiting trial.
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Shooting range hits target

The Glock Sport Shooting Foundation named Center Target Sports in Post Falls the best indoor shooting range in the U.S.
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Panhandle Area Council incubator helps brew up success story

Beer brings people together. That’s what Russell Mann believes.
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FEB BJNI: Shooting range hits target

The Glock Sport Shooting Foundation named Center Target Sports in Post Falls the best indoor shooting range in the U.S.
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FEB BJNI: Panhandle Area Council incubator helps brew up success story

Beer brings people together. That’s what Russell Mann believes.
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Man arrested after apartment fire

Police arrested a man who they said set fire to his apartment and caused more than $4,000 in damage.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Virus puts jury trials on hold

Five people currently held in the Kootenai County Jail on charges of murder or attempted murder are currently held in the Kootenai County Jail, awaiting trial.
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Police: Man put wife in headlock

A man is in jail after police said he put his wife in a headlock.
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Man accused of trespassing

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after police said said he had drugs on his person while trespassing.
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Ferret found

The case of a missing ferret that took social media by storm is closed — for now.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Wanted man accused of beating wife

A man is being held on $500,000 bail after police said he attacked his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested for contacting teen

A man who pleaded guilty last month to felony injury to a child was after police found him in a car last week with a teen he’d been ordered to avoid.
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Residents hope for peaceful inauguration

As she looked ahead to the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden, Post Falls resident Madison Boyer had three things on her mind.
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County could expedite building permits after storm

County officials hope to expedite the building permit process for residences affected by Wednesday’s windstorm.
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Two plead guilty after alleged beating

Two men accused of breaking into another man’s home and beating him with a club have pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges.
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Sheriff: KCSO won’t enforce mask mandate

COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office will not enforce public health mandates meant to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Man arrested again in stalking case

POST FALLS — A Spokane man who was previously arrested for stalking and alleged possession of child porn returned to jail for the second time this week after police said he violated a protection order.
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Tree services swamped after storm

Local tree services have their work cut out for them after a windstorm that downed trees throughout the region.
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Storm damage: Responsibilities explained

If a tree falls in a windstorm — who pays for the damage?
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Case continues for woman accused in hit-and-run crash

RATHDRUM — The arraignment for a woman accused of fleeing a crash on State Highway 41 in August 2020 was postponed until next month.
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Sheriff: KCSO won’t enforce mask mandate

COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office will not enforce public health mandates meant to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Man's arrest leads to questions about right to record

POST FALLS — A man is questioning the limits of the right to record in public spaces after he was accused of stalking.
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‘All good things’

ST. MARIES — As he looked out at the community members who had gathered to celebrate his nearly 50 years of leadership and service in Benewah County, Jack Buell smiled.
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Man accused of fleeing after drunk crash

COEUR d’ALENE — A man who was previously convicted of six felonies is being held on $100,000 bail after police said he beat his wife, hit a parked car while driving drunk and fled the scene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of arson; bail $250k

COEUR d’ALENE — A man could face up to life in prison after police said he set fire to his residence.
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Drug arrest connected to high speed chase

POST FALLS — A man is in jail after he allegedly admitted to fleeing police in November.
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Police: Man caught on video attacking wife

WORLEY — Police arrested a man who they said knocked his wife unconscious at the Coeur d’Alene Casino.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Trial date set for accused kidnapper

POST FALLS — A woman who police said tried to kidnap a toddler from a yard last fall will face a jury trial next month.
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Man charged with 8th DUI

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is being held on $200,000 bail after he was charged with his eighth lifetime DUI.
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'Live in the moment'

As she looked back on 2020, Jennifer Taylor’s eyes filled with tears. They were tears of happiness.
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Pair accused of ID theft

WORLEY — A woman is facing multiple felony charges after police said she tried to use someone else’s ID at the Coeur d’Alene Casino.
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Man faces third DUI charge

POST FALLS — A man is being held on $250,000 bail after police said he committed his third DUI violation in two years.
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Woman accused of stealing car

POST FALLS — A woman is facing multiple charges after police said she stole a car from a local dealership on Christmas.
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Hearing waived in molestation case

HAYDEN — The case of a man accused of molesting his 4-year-old niece has been referred to the district court for further action.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Case continues for man accused of molesting daughter

HAYDEN — A man accused of molesting his daughter has been bound over to district court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man faces felony drug charge

POST FALLS — A man with nine previous felony convictions is in jail after police said they found him with drugs in a stolen car.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Jan. BJNI: Idaho economy still on road to recovery

Idaho has recovered faster than most other states after economic losses caused by COVID-19 — but things aren’t back to normal just yet.
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Idaho economy still on road to recovery

Idaho has recovered faster than most other states after economic losses caused by COVID-19 — but things aren’t back to normal just yet.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Trial date set for man accused of shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife will face a jury trial in April.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Montana man accused of driving stolen car to Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — A Montana man who was released on his own recognizance after police said he drove a stolen vehicle to Coeur d’Alene is back in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Woman charged with vehicular manslaughter

RATHDRUM — A woman accused of fleeing a crash on State Highway 41 in August is facing an additional charge after one of the people hurt in the crash died.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty to child endangerment

RATHDRUM — A man who was arrested last month after police found him with blood on his hand pleaded guilty to child endangerment.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of stalking ex

COEUR d’ALENE — A Washington man could spend up to five years in prison after police said he harassed his ex girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of endangering child

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman is in jail after police said she left her four-year-old child home alone surrounded by drug paraphernalia.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Two accused of clubbing man

COEUR d’ALENE — Two men are being held on $100,000 bail each after police said they beat another man with a club.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Traffic stop ends in meth arrest

POST FALLS — Police arrested a man who they said led them on a chase last week.
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Man arrested for not going to jail

Police arrested a man this week who they said failed to report to jail after he pleaded guilty to a felony.
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Man on probation arrested for drugs

POST FALLS — A man is in jail after police allegedly found illegal drugs in his home.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Case continues for man charged with shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — The arraignment for a 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife has been postponed until next week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man faces felony drug charges

COEUR d’ALENE — Police reportedly arrested a man this week who said he was already going to jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Isenberg trial postponed

COEUR d’ALENE — A jury trial for Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg has been postponed until June.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man attacked wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he attacked his wife in September.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Utah man charged with trafficking meth

POST FALLS — A man from Utah is charged with multiple felonies after police said he was found with meth in a stolen vehicle.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with third DUI

POST FALLS — A man could face a decade in prison after he allegedly committed his third DUI violation in two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of molesting niece

HAYDEN — A man is being held on $50,000 bail after police said he molested his four-year-old niece.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested on two-year-old warrant

COEUR d’ALENE — A wanted man who failed to appear in court after he pleaded guilty to assault was arrested after almost two years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Mask required for entry

COEUR d’ALENE — When two customers walk into All Things Irish on Friday, the man is wearing a mask. The woman isn't. Sales associate Sharon Kearns quickly greets them with a chipper "Welcome" and approaches the woman, holding out a box of masks.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

From Kenya with love

A community isn’t just a place. It’s an action. That’s what Aurora and Celeste Greene are proving, from the other side of the world.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of stealing from boss

COEUR d’ALENE — Police arrested a man accused of theft after he failed to appear in court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man’s BAC was four times legal limit

COEUR d’ALENE — A man could spend up to 10 years behind bars after police said he drove with a breath alcohol concentration more than four times the legal limit.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of battering officer

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman was arrested after she allegedly tried to hit a police officer.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Woman fled accident with child

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman is charged with six misdemeanors after police said she rear-ended a car and attempted to flee the scene on foot with her five-year-old child.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of groping granddaughters

POST FALLS — A man is in jail on $50,000 bail after he was accused of molesting his teen granddaughters.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Woman choked boyfriend

RATHDRUM — A woman is facing two felony charges after she allegedly choked her boyfriend.
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Family hunts to survive

“Serena” and “David” are accustomed to providing for themselves. They hunt and fish for sustenance throughout the year. In the winter, they rely on the firewood they cut themselves to heat the home where they’re raising five children under the age of 13.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Cd’A among cities with highest DUI rates

Coeur d’Alene has one of the highest DUI rates in the nation, according to a new study.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Wanted man arrested for battery

Police arrested a man this week who failed to appear in court after allegedly battering his girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Woman pleads not guilty in fatal crash case

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman accused of causing a fatal crash while driving the wrong way on Interstate 90 pleaded not guilty in court Thursday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested for DUI — again

RATHDRUM — A man could face up to 10 years in prison after he was arrested for what police said was his eighth lifetime DUI violation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of molesting daughter

HAYDEN — A man is in jail on $50,000 bail after police said he molested his daughter.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of choking girlfriend

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he choked his girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man tried to eat contraband

COEUR d’ALENE — An Oregon man who allegedly tried to conceal drugs in his jail cell and then eat the contraband is facing multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Charges dropped in chain choking case

COEUR D’ALENE — Felony charges were dropped against a man who was accused of choking his girlfriend with a wallet chain.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with felonies after casino arrest

WORLEY — A man is facing two felonies after police said he planned to taste and then use the contents of a syringe he found in a bathroom.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Case continues for man accused of shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife last month was bound over to district court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested after high-speed chase

COEUR d’ALENE — A man who allegedly led police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car is facing multiple felony charges.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Two facing felonies after hotel arrest

POST FALLS — Two people are in jail after police said they were found with drugs in a hotel room.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Two facing felonies after hotel arrest

POST FALLS — Two people are in jail after police said they were found with drugs in a hotel room.
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A NEW CHAPTER

The sign at the door welcomes visitors to Narnia — as well as to Hobbiton, Wonderland and beyond.
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Police: Woman entered car illegally

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman who was released earlier this month on a felony drug charge is back in jail after police said she climbed into an idling car uninvited.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

DEC BJNI: A NEW CHAPTER

The sign at the door welcomes visitors to Narnia — as well as to Hobbiton, Wonderland and beyond.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Fatal crash hearing waived

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman accused of causing a fatal crash earlier this year was bound over to district court.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of choking husband

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman who was previously released after police said she choked her husband is back in jail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced in child exploitation case

COEUR d’AENE — A man will spend up to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to soliciting sexually explicit images from a nine-year-old.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of stealing tools, checks

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman previously accused of possessing stolen checks is back in jail after police said she stole tools and then pawned them.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Surrounded by pot

Montana voters passed two ballot initiatives last week that legalized recreational use of marijuana. What does this mean for Idahoans?
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Surrounded by pot

Montana voters passed two ballot initiatives last week that legalized recreational use of marijuana. What does this mean for Idahoans?
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Grant will help revive cold cases

MERIDIAN — Investigators are preparing to breathe new life into dozens of cold cases in Idaho.
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Father, son accused of stealing car

COEUR d’ALENE — A father and son are both in jail after police said they stole a car in Spokane.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man offers reward for friend’s arrest

ATHOL — A man is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone who offers a tip leading to the arrest of a woman he once called his friend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced for domestic battery

A man is in jail after pleading guilty to domestic battery.
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Man offers reward for friend’s arrest

ATHOL — A man is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone who offers a tip leading to the arrest of a woman he once called his friend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Washington trio accused of drug trafficking

COEUR d’ALENE — Three Washington residents are facing felony charges after police said they trafficked drugs.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man attacked mom

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he assaulted his mother.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man facing felonies after SWAT arrest

SPIRIT LAKE — SWAT officers arrested a man after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend, threatened to shoot himself and holed up inside a detached garage with a weapon.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Yard sale case dismissed

A judge dismissed a case on Friday against a woman cited for holding a yard sale while a statewide stay-home order was in effect.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Death in Idaho, by the numbers

Total deaths in Idaho are up compared to previous years, new data shows
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced in robbery case

A man who police said took 17-year-olds into a wooded area and robbed them at gunpoint will spend at least five years in prison.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of lewd conduct with minor

RATHDRUM — A man was arrested this week for alleged lewd contact with a 15-year-old girl after police found him with blood on his hand.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Yard sale case dismissed

A judge dismissed a case on Friday against a woman cited for holding a yard sale while a statewide stay-home order was in effect.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man is in jail on $1 million bail after he allegedly shot his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man facing felonies after SWAT arrest

SPIRIT LAKE — SWAT officers arrested a man after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend, threatened to shoot himself and holed up inside a detached garage with a weapon.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man is in jail on $1 million bail after he allegedly shot his wife.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

‘Karen did this’

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman was arrested this week after home security cameras reportedly showed her vandalizing political yard signs.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of attacking girlfriend

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he attacked his girlfriend and later kicked in her front door.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mandate nets no fines in first week

COEUR d’ALENE — One week after the Coeur d’Alene city council passed a mandate requiring masks in public places, police have yet to issue citations to people who do not comply.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mandate nets no fines in first week

COEUR d’ALENE — One week after the Coeur d’Alene city council passed a mandate requiring masks in public places, police have yet to issue citations to people who do not comply.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Police: Man choked ex-girlfriend

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he choked his ex-girlfriend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Top of the Middle

A recent study ranked Idaho as the second-best state for the middle class, for the second year in a row.
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Man facing felonies after SWAT arrest

SPIRIT LAKE — SWAT officers arrested a man after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend, threatened to shoot himself and holed up inside a detached garage with a weapon.
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Washington man charged with drug trafficking

POST FALLS — A Washington man is being held on $100,000 bail after he and another person were arrested after a traffic stop.
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Police: Woman attacked man with metal rod

SPIRIT LAKE — A woman is in jail after she allegedly attacked a man with a metal rod.
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Witches to take flight downtown

Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Both are welcome tomorrow, when local women plan to grab their brooms and descend on Sherman Avenue.
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Three arrested after traffic stop

POST FALLS — Three people are in jail and facing felony charges after they were pulled over in a car that had stolen plates.
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Man could face life sentence for robbery

COEUR d’ALENE — A man accused of taking two 17-year-olds into a wooded area and robbing them at gunpoint has pleaded guilty.
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Woman accused of beating boyfriend

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman is facing felony charges after police said she beat her boyfriend bloody.
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Montana man back in jail

COEUR d’ALENE — A Montana man is back in jail after a second arrest for failing to appear in court.
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A place to grow

Liz Poteet has spent a lifetime working at the family business — a fruit stand at 5959 N. Government Way in Coeur d’Alene. There aren’t many like it to be found these days.
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Police: Man choked girlfriend with chain

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is facing felony charges after police said he choked his girlfriend with a wallet chain.
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Who'll be No. 2?

Three candidates are vying to replace Kootenai County Sheriff Ben Wolfinger, who is retiring after four two-year terms in office — but the position of sheriff isn’t the only one in play.
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Man faces felony over stolen gun

POST FALLS — A man was charged with a felony after police allegedly found him in possession of a gun that was reported stolen in Minnesota.
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DUI for Washington man could net 10 years in prison

RATHDRUM — A Washington man is facing his third DUI charge in three years.
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Police: Man choked child

POST FALLS — A man is facing felony charges after police said he hit his girlfriend and choked a nine-year-old boy.
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KCSO honors deceased veterans

Any time they respond to the scene of a death, officers from the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office aim to treat the deceased with dignity and respect.
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Slow down and move over

In almost 20 years as a tow truck driver, Jim Drayfahl has seen it all — including things he wishes he could unsee, from children injured in crashes to gristly fatalities that compel him to remove his hat and take a moment to pay his respects.
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Slow down and move over

In almost 20 years as a tow truck driver, Jim Drayfahl has seen it all — including things he wishes he could unsee, from children injured in crashes to gristly fatalities that compel him to remove his hat and take a moment to pay his respects.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with felony DUI

POST FALLS — After two previous convictions, a man is facing his third DUI charge in six years.
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Mud-flap traffic stop ends in felony charge

COEUR d’ALENE — A man who was pulled over for a lack of mud flaps on his truck was ultimately charged with a felony.
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Wanted man arrested in Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — A judge ordered this week that a man accused of two felonies be held on $200,000 bail.
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Man accused of strangling girlfriend

POST FALLS — A man is facing a felony charge after allegedly attempting to strangle his girlfriend in the presence of their children.
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Garden Motel razed, fire still under investigation

COEUR d’ALENE — More than a year after the flames were extinguished, the fire that gutted the Garden Motel remains under investigation — and the building is no more.
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Police: Montana man drove stolen car to Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — A Montana man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he stole a vehicle and credit cards out of state.
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Man gets 15 years in lewd conduct case

A man will spend up to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to inappropriately touching a child he met through his church.
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Confederate flags placed in yards of Democrat supporters

When someone stole the Biden/Harris sign from his yard late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, David Cohen didn’t call the police. It seemed like a typical election-season antic.
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Parents charged with neglect

COEUR d’ALENE — Two parents have been accused of neglecting their elementary school-aged children.
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Red flags

Confederate flags placed in yards of Democrat supporters
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Washington man accused of truck theft

POST FALLS — A man with a history of convictions related to stolen vehicles is accused of stealing a truck.
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KCSO: Sentenced inmates crowding jail

Housing inmates poses health risk, strains resources, police say
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Man changes plea in sexual battery case

COEUR d’ALENE — A Hauser contractor accused of forcing a teen girl to have oral sex has taken an Alford plea.
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Man pleads guilty to theft

COEUR d’ALENE — A man will spend 90 days in jail after reportedly stealing light bulbs, mouthwash and ice cream.
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Woman accused of attempted kidnapping

POST FALLS — A woman is being held on $50,000 bail after allegedly attempting to kidnap a toddler from a yard.
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Police: Woman set fire to ex’s kitchen

A woman is in jail after she allegedly set fire to her ex-girlfriend’s kitchen.
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Police: Woman set fire to ex’s kitchen

A woman is in jail after she allegedly set fire to her ex-girlfriend’s kitchen.
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Rathdrum man faces felony domestic violence charge

A man is facing felony charges after he allegedly beat his girlfriend Friday night.
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Police: Man drove drunk with toddler

An Athol man is facing new charges after allegedly driving drunk with a toddler in the car while out on bail.
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Citizen's arrest at Post Falls bar

A man who told police he was “asked to show a martial arts move” at a bar over the weekend was placed under citizen’s arrest.
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For the love of the game

Local gaming shops pivot during pandemic
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Man pleads guilty to battery

A Spirit Lake man is back in jail after reportedly violating the conditions of his release.
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Police: Woman drank before deadly crash

A woman accused of causing a crash that killed a Spokane Valley man last week is facing a felony charge.
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3 East: Call it the Covid wing

Health care workers face unique challenges inside isolation unit
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Business owner pleads guilty to gambling

A local business owner is on probation for two years after pleading guilty to charges stemming from an undercover investigation that began four years ago.
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Proceed with caution

RATHDRUM — Michelle and Scott McDonald were watching TV at home on Sept. 10 when they heard the screech of tires and a loud bang.
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Triple trouble

A woman is facing multiple felony charges after police said she was found in possession of around $20,000 in forged checks.
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Woman charged with DUI — again

A woman is facing her fourth DUI charge in four years after allegedly driving drunk and resisting arrest.
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Police: Man robbed teens at gunpoint

A Spirit Lake man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly taking two 17-year-olds to a wooded area and robbing them at gunpoint.
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Man sentenced for DUI

A judge said Tuesday that a man who pleaded guilty to his third DUI in four years needed “forced sober time” when she sentenced him to no more than six years behind bars.
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Police: Man robbed teens at gunpoint

A Spirit Lake man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly taking two 17-year-olds to a wooded area and robbing them at gunpoint.
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Spokane woman accused of burglarizing home

Suspect allegedly ate food, left gum
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Police: Woman drank before deadly crash

A woman accused of causing a crash that killed a Spokane Valley man last week is facing a felony charge.
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Woman arrests man — by phone

A Hayden man is in jail after being placed under citizen’s arrest for allegedly violating a protective order.
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Fire destroys 15th Street duplex

Firefighters rescued cats from blaze
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Man accused of battery, attempted strangulation

Police arrested a Post Falls man after he allegedly punched and choked his girlfriend in a public place last week.
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Behind bars

County jail tour shows COVID-19 changes
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Police: Woman concealed heroin in private place

A woman accused of hiding tinfoil containing heroin inside her vagina will face jury trial this month.
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Trial date set for woman accused of killing newborn

A Rathdrum woman accused of killing her newborn baby will face jury trial early next year.
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Trial date set for woman accused of killing newborn

A Rathdrum woman accused of killing her newborn baby will face jury trial early next year.
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A map to success

Free childhood development webinars offered to parents, caregivers
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A map to success

Free childhood development webinars offered to parents, caregivers
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Cd'A Charter students return to campus

Friday marked the end of the first week of school at Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy — and the start of a new normal for students and staff.
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3 East: Call it the Covid wing

Health care workers face unique challenges inside isolation unit
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Entertainment: A second chance

Local teen's film playing tonight
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Cd'A schools refine mask policy

Mask policy details, enrollment discussed during meeting
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Hand up helped save Christmas for local family

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The future of fiber

In the midst of a global pandemic, more people than ever are working from home, learning remotely and relying on telemedicine. Searching for jobs, paying bills and other day-to-day functions are largely done online.
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Post Falls Museum, staffed by volunteers, opens for season

Museum, staffed by volunteers, opens for season
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Rathdrum Chamber announces new executive director

The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce announced that its new executive director is Ashley Moore.
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No, it’s not business as usual

COEUR d’ALENE — Several downtown businesses boarded up their windows on Monday amid rumors that groups of out-of-state rioters planned to descend on the Lake City.
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No, it’s not business as usual

Downtown shop owners face further realities of unprecedented times
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Hello, Rathdrum

Bi-Mart marks 65 years in the Northwest at new location
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‘His death is not in vain’

Family fights drunken driving in honor of son
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Senior living facilities prepare for coronavirus

Before the 2019 novel coronavirus reaches Idaho, local assisted living families are taking steps to protect some of the most vulnerable members of the community.
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‘His death is not in vain’

Family fights drunk driving in honor of son
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No place like home

Habitat for Humanity, Lowe’s partner for International Women Build Week
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Take the ‘Plunge’ for Special Olympics

‘Penguins’ will take a dip into Lake Coeur d’Alene for fundraiser
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Know the signs of dating violence

One in three.
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New wheels help family on road to better life

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Kootenai County pandemic-ready

In the event of an outbreak of coronavirus or another communicable illness in North Idaho, local agencies reportedly have response plans already in place.
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Idaho Central Credit Union opens new Cd’A branch

Appleway location brings services under one roof
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Sick daughter inspires writer to create ‘Stranger World’

Tour kicks off Saturday in Spokane Valley
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Report: Idahoans spent more on medical care, less on prescriptions

Idahoans with employer-sponsored health insurance spent more on inpatient and outpatient services but less on prescription drugs and clinician services than the national average in 2018, according to a new report.
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Census takers are needed in N. Idaho

Everyone counts — and everyone needs to be counted.
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ID drivers are rude on the road

Study ranks state’s drivers nearly rudest in the U.S.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

QUEST INTEGRATION

Manufacturing has changed — evolving over the decades from smokestacks to 3D printers that create tiny components that make up devices used all over the world.
NIBJ | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Veterans may qualify for fringe benefits

COEUR d’ALENE — Don Walker has made it his mission to inform his fellow veterans of the benefits and services they earned while serving their country.
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Lakeshore Realty marks 20 years, countless friends

Location, location, location.
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Employee-owned Hayden firm expands footprint into Montana

On the heels of a record year and on the cusp of a major anniversary, Allwest is expanding to Missoula, Mont.
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NIC's Administrative Assistant program prepares students for the business world

For many students, going immediately from high school to college is the natural order of things. That wasn’t the case for LaCheale Linscott — at least, not right away. Maybe she’d go into real estate and work for her family’s business, she thought, but she wouldn’t jump straight into college.
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Bringing hope

Kimberly Enos has known pain. Years ago, when she was in a dark place, she landed in a behavioral health unit, with a nurse at her bedside to monitor her.
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NIC Nursing program making the grade

Tonya Alexander always wanted to be a nurse; she just took a somewhat indirect route to get there. She got married first, had kids — and then, at the age of 35, had the opportunity to go back to school to pursue a nursing degree. She began her education in …
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NIC Aerospace Camp takes off

High school juniors and seniors recently traveled from all over Idaho to attend Aero Camp, a two-week program at North Idaho College’s Aerospace Center of Excellence. Though they have different goals — manufacturing, air traffic control, piloting — they’ve all come to NIC to explore their chosen path through aerospace …
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Not just for men: NIC programs lead to role-breaking jobs

When Krystyna Zak was growing up, her dad was a regular Mr. Fix-It. She used to follow him around in his shop, asking if she could help. Once, he gave her an old radio to take apart, and though she never did manage to put it back together, she enjoyed …
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Kara Smith, Cd'A teacher of the year

She was starting to feel a little like Leonardo DiCaprio —always nominated for that big award, but never winning.
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NIC powder magazine to be dedicated Wednesday

There's a time machine on the campus of North Idaho College.
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A place to grow

When Maria Garcia ducks into the greenhouse, she's already grinning. She eagerly points out the bright green bell peppers flourishing in their pots, and she's especially proud of a jewel-toned eggplant in the back, its skin a shiny purple that almost seems to glow in the light slanting through the …
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Life lessons on the gridiron

Every spring, Alex deGolia gets the bug to play football again.
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Golf event to help American Cancer Society

COEUR d'ALENE - Sink a hole-in-one in the fight against cancer.
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Saturday fundraiser will help hydroplane event

COEUR d'ALENE - Take two.
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