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Who is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and why is he running for president?
March 18, 2024 10:25 a.m.

Who is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and why is he running for president?

RFK Jr. built a reputation of his own as an activist, author and lawyer who fought for environmental causes such as clean water.

Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era
March 18, 2024 10:20 a.m.

Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era

The election was “neither free nor fair in any sort of way,” said Nigel Gould-Davies, a senior fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in London.

Idaho considers a ban on using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care
March 18, 2024 10 a.m.

Idaho considers a ban on using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care

If the legislation is enacted, Idaho would become at least the 10th state to ban Medicaid funding for gender-affirming care for people of all ages


North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
March 18, 2024 1:20 a.m.

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast

March 18, 2024 1:10 a.m.

Monday TV/Radio highlights

Televison, radio highlights for Monday, March 18

Water main upgrade keeps flowing
March 18, 2024 1:08 a.m.

Water main upgrade keeps flowing

First phase of $1.7M project funded by state grant

The project has relocated the existing transmission main into the public right of way. Another project feature was to construct waterlines to improve system looping, water pressure, and reliability, Rose said.


Take a hike
March 18, 2024 1:07 a.m.

Take a hike

Grant awarded to Rathdrum Parks and Recreation

Over 3 miles of new trails will be added to the StormKing trail system on Rathdrum Mountain this year. Rathdrum Parks and Recreation Director Eric Singer said the city was awarded a $68,000 grant from Idaho State Parks and Recreation in January to help cover the cost of new trail development. His department initially applied for the grant in early 2023 he said.

The spring equinox is here
March 18, 2024 1:06 a.m.

The spring equinox is here

On Tuesday, March 19, at 8:06 p.m. PST, spring will officially arrive across the North American continent. The date is also known as the spring equinox, and this occurs at the exact same moment across the globe.

Turkeys on the move
March 18, 2024 1:05 a.m.

Turkeys on the move

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March 18, 2024 1:05 a.m.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Zags a 5 seed in Salt Lake; seventh-seeded Cougars assigned to Omaha; Gonzaga women will host

Gonzaga’s men knew they were headed to their 25th straight NCAA basketball tournament. The Zags just didn’t know where.

March 18, 2024 1 a.m.

NIC GOLF: Cardinal men fifth, women fourth at spring opener

“Teams were rusty for sure, as we only had two practice days before competing this spring,” NIC men’s and women’s golf coach Russell Grove said. “But it was good to get out and compete.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner
March 18, 2024 1 a.m.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How does the sun listen to its favorite music?


March 18, 2024 1 a.m.

Groups take on child abuse

Event set for April 4 in Cd'A

Idaho is celebrating Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Locals could make bigger impact on Idaho football this fall
March 17, 2024 1:30 a.m.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Locals could make bigger impact on Idaho football this fall

“Zach (Johnson, the former Lake City High star) kinda became a situational pass-rusher too, and played some defensive end," Idaho football coach Jason Eck said. "He did a good job on special teams. He probably played more on defense at defensive end than he did at linebacker. He’s playing Will (weakside) linebacker right now, but I do think he’s got some ability to rush the passer, so he might be a guy that, on first and second down, plays linebacker, and if it’s third and seven, sub him down to edge rush. I like that model.”

IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAMES: Good vibes at NIC ... State all-stars shine on Christianson Gymnasium for 21st annual game
March 17, 2024 1:25 a.m.

IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAMES: Good vibes at NIC ... State all-stars shine on Christianson Gymnasium for 21st annual game

“It was really cool,” Lake City High senior Sophia Zufelt said. “Especially at NIC. We’ve put a lot of hours into this gym (practicing, as a youngster, with her North Idaho Elite AAU team). So it was really cool to get to finish it off for the last time with the Lake City jersey on in this gym.”


March 17, 2024 1:10 a.m.

NIC ROUNDUP: Hobson has a day for Cardinals in sweep

Sophomore Kani Korok also hit a grand slam in the second game for NIC (12-2, 4-0 NWAC), which travels to Columbia Basin on Friday.

March 17, 2024 1:10 a.m.

PREP BASEBALL: Post Falls opens season with sweep at Sandpoint

“Austin hit the ball really well all day today,” Reese said. “His pitching was good, but he was just a little off and had some close pitches. But he looked good for an early season start.”

Former trooper on trial for murder arrested at airport
March 17, 2024 1:09 a.m.

Former trooper on trial for murder arrested at airport

Howard extradited to Kootenai County, jailed


Green wave washes over Cd'A
March 17, 2024 1:08 a.m.

Green wave washes over Cd'A

Sunshine sets stage for a magical St. Patrick's Day Parade

The 30-minute parade with a “Green and Gold” theme featured about 25 entries. It was put on by the Coeur d'Alene Downtown Association in partnership with Idaho Central Credit Union.

A celebration of exceptional service
March 17, 2024 1:07 a.m.

A celebration of exceptional service

PF American Legion honors first responders, volunteers

It was an evening of surprise and celebration as the Post Falls American Legion Steven H. Nipp Post 143 honored the community's finest. Volunteers, firefighters, paramedics, deputies and more were lifted up for their dedicated service and selfless sacrifice during a Saturday evening banquet at the Post Falls Legion. The event was attended by nearly 100 guests.