‘Getting ready to play defense’: WA Republicans say tax hikes are likely in 2026
SPOKANE, WA – Facing a “fiscal cliff,” the Spokane Valley City Council voiced concerns about the Legislature’s ongoing deficit with state lawmakers on Monday, who say more tax hikes are on the way. The Democratic majority filled
DHS launches new initiative to crack down on student visa fraud
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched a new initiative to crack down on student visa fraud. It’s launched a new online tool through its Study in the States Fraud Hub. It includes resources
Convicted Rapist Receives 25–55 Year Prison Sentence in Nez Perce County
LEWISTON, ID — A Lewiston man convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl in 2022 has been sentenced to a fixed 25-year prison term, with an additional 30 years indeterminate, according to the Nez Perce County Prosecutor’s Office.
Lewis-Clark Valley Holiday Event Guide 2025
LEWISTON, ID – The holiday season is taking shape across the Lewis-Clark Valley, where residents are coming together for festive markets, light displays, and family-friendly celebrations throughout the community. Here’s a look at what’s happening around the
Fans Raise $2,600 to Cover Idaho Coach’s Fine After Controversial Call
MOSCOW, ID — University of Idaho football supporters quickly rallied this week, raising enough money to cover Head Coach Thomas Ford’s fine from the Big Sky Conference following comments he made after a disputed call late in
Lewiston Fire to Burn Former Idavend Broadcasting Building Thursday
LEWISTON, ID — The Lewiston Fire Department will conduct its final controlled burn of the Stewart Avenue training structure on Thursday, Nov. 20, beginning around 9 a.m. Crews will stay on scene until the site is fully
Former Olympian Accused of Ordering Witness Killing as 10 Arrested in International Drug Case
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal authorities have arrested 10 people and now have 11 defendants in custody following the unsealing of a sweeping nine-count federal indictment targeting a transnational drug enterprise allegedly led by former Olympic snowboarder Ryan
State of Idaho once again approves selling 160 acres of state land near the Tetons
BOISE, ID – A state commission chaired by Idaho Gov. Brad Little once again voted Tuesday to proceed with selling off a 160-acre parcel of land near the Teton Range that is leased for grazing through 2032.
FDA’s abortion-pill safety review under growing scrutiny
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is facing increasing pressure from abortion opponents and advocates over how it regulates a drug that has become central to abortion access since Roe v. Wade was overturned
ACA premiums projected to rise 26% in 2026, far above U.S. inflation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Affordable Care Act health insurance premiums are expected to rise about 26% in 2026, the biggest increase in eight years and much higher than overall U.S. inflation. New industry data show ACA plans will