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UI memorial garden to come this summer

By Lauren Paterson March 14, 2024

A female student in plaid and jeans and a male student in a black jacket and light jeans use a measuring tape on the ground at the top of a green hill. Brick buildings can be seen in the distance.

Architecture students Jackson Wiedenfeld (left) and Harper Drake (right) take measurements at the future site of the Vandal Healing Garden and Memorial on the University of Idaho campus. (Credit: Lauren… Continue Reading UI memorial garden to come this Read More

Moscow Police Chief James Fry officially announces run for Latah County Sheriff

By Lauren Paterson March 5, 2024

Police Chief James Fry stands at a wooden podium in uniform.

Police Chief James Fry addresses reporters on December 30, 2022 to announce that a suspect in the University of Idaho student killings has been apprehended. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB)… Continue Reading Moscow Police Read More

Judge denies appeal in Kohberger case, trial date could be more than a year out

By Lauren Paterson January 26, 2024

Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students, is escorted to an extradition hearing at the Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pa., Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023.… Continue Reading Judge denies Read More

King Road House, where four University of Idaho students were killed last fall, has been demolished

By Lauren Paterson December 28, 2023

An orange excavator tears into a white three story house.

Demolition of the King Road House in Moscow, Idaho began shortly after 6 a.m. local time on December 28, 2023. (Credit: Julie Scott) Listen (Runtime 1:03) Read The house where… Continue Reading King Road Read More

King Road House in Moscow to be demolished December 28

By Lauren Paterson December 14, 2023

A three story dark white house with plywood in the windows sits surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky.

The house on King Road where four university of Idaho students were killed last fall will be demolished in late December, according to the university. (Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen… Continue Reading King Road House in Moscow to be demolished Read More

Hundreds gather for vigil to honor slain University of Idaho students as community finds ways to heal

By Lauren Paterson November 16, 2023

Students holding candles stand near a brick building covered in ivy illuminated by lights. A woman in a black jacket speaks on a stage before the crowd.

At the vigil on the University of Idaho campus on Monday, November 13, Madison Whitney, the president of the Alpha Phi sorority, spoke about Kaylee Goncalves. “Kaylee Goncalves had a… Continue Read More

As housing crisis deepens, local author explores how trailer parks might be “last affordable option”

By Lauren Paterson November 9, 2023

A mobile home community filled with grey and white trailer houses can be seen surrounded by tall golden grass under a cloudy sky.

The Appaloosa Community mobile home park outside Moscow, Idaho. Professor Leontina Hormel’s new book explains how trailer parks are some of the last affordable housing options left for people across… Read More

Indictment against Kohberger will stand

By Lauren Paterson October 26, 2023

Bryan Kohberger walks into a Latah County courtroom behind his attorney Jay Logsdon.

Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for a hearing behind his attorney Jay Logsdon, Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at the Latah County Courthouse in Moscow, Idaho. (August Frank / The Lewiston… Continue Reading Indictment against Kohberger will standRead More

New scholarships will support Northwest students in wake of Moscow tragedy

By Lauren Paterson September 22, 2023

Two young men and a young woman in fall clothes stroll toward the camera between autumn trees.

Ethan Chapin (left) Maizie Chapin (middle) and Hunter Chapin (right) in a family photo. Hunter and Maizie are still attending University of Idaho and are part of Greek life. (Courtesy:… Continue Reading New scholarships will Read More

October trial postponed as Kohberger waives right to speedy trial in case of student killings

By Lauren Paterson August 23, 2023

Bryan Kohberger wears a grey suit and striped grey tie as an officer in uniform walks behind him into the courtroom.

Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for a hearing, Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at the Latah County Courthouse in Moscow, Idaho. Kohberger is accused of killing four University of Idaho students… Continue Reading Read More

Fundraiser set up for University of Idaho professor falsely accused of planning student murders

By Lauren Paterson July 14, 2023

Portrait of Rebecca Scofield. She wears a periwinkle suit and black top with long blonde hair.

Professor Rebecca Scofield is an associate professor of history and chairs the University of Idaho history department. She lives in Moscow with her husband and two young children. (Credit: Stefanie… Continue Read More

Lawyer for suspect in Idaho student killings asks judge for police training records

By Lauren Paterson June 27, 2023

Bryan Kohberger walks toward his attorney Anne Taylor in a black suit jacket, black tie and white shirt.

Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for a hearing Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at the Latah County Courthouse in Moscow. (August Frank/The Lewiston Tribune via AP) Listen (Runtime :55) Read At… Continue Reading Lawyer for Read More

State of Idaho to pursue death penalty against Kohberger

By Lauren Paterson June 26, 2023

Bryan Kohberger walks into the Latah County Courtroom wearing a dark blue jacket, blue shirt and tie.

Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for a motion hearing regarding a gag order, Friday, June 9, 2023, in Moscow, Idaho. Kohberger is accused of killing four University of Idaho students… Continue Reading State of Idaho to pursue death penalty Read More

Plans for memorial garden grow before trial of murder suspect

By Lauren Paterson May 25, 2023

Candles, stuffed toy lambs and a framed photo of the four students sits atop grey rocks in front of the King Road house.

Gifts in honor of victims Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin continue to appear in front of the King Road House. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen… Continue Reading Plans for memorial garden grow before Read More

Judge enters not guilty pleas on Bryan Kohberger’s behalf, trial set for October

By Lauren Paterson May 22, 2023

Bryan Kohberger sits in an orange jumpsuit next to his lawyer Anne Taylor at a black table in the Latah County Courthouse. Taylor wears a black blazer under her blonde hair.

Bryan Kohberger chose not to enter a plea Monday, May 22 at his arraignment hearing. The judge entered not guilty on all charges on his behalf. (Credit: KREM 2 News)… Continue Reading Judge enters not guilty pleas on Bryan Read More

Bryan Kohberger indicted on murder charges, arraignment set for Monday

By Lauren Paterson May 17, 2023

Bryan Kohberger walks into the Latah County Courtroom with an orange jumpsuit on.

Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, appears at a hearing in Latah County District Court, on Jan. 5, 2023, in Moscow,… Continue Reading Bryan Kohberger indicted on murder Read More

Nowhere to go: Facing steep rent increases, mobile home residents are organizing

By Lauren Paterson March 20, 2023

A man with a neck tattoo and a beige jacket stands in front of a green manufactured home in Latah County, Idaho.

Johnny Taylor is one of the residents of Abiel Mobile Home Community facing big rent increases and new fees, after the park was purchased by an out-of-state investment firm. (Credit:… Continue Reading Nowhere to go: Facing Read More

Warrants reveal knife and black masks were seized from Kohberger’s parents’ property on day of arrest

By Lauren Paterson March 2, 2023

Bryan Kohberger, who appears in an orange jumpsuit with cuffs on, is flanked by uniformed police officers as they walk down a hallway.

Bryan Kohberger, who has been charged with killing four University of Idaho students, leaves after an extradition hearing at the Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pa., Jan. 3, 2023. Newly… Continue Read More

Moscow planting garden, creating scholarships in memory of slain students

By Lauren Paterson March 2, 2023

Three students with backpacks walk on pavement lightly covered in snow in front of a brick building with a green roof.

A photo of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, and Xana Kernodle is part of a collaged table at the Corner Club in downtown Moscow. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB)… Continue Reading Moscow planting garden, creating Read More

Search warrant unsealed in case of four slain Idaho students

By Lauren Paterson February 28, 2023

Bryan Kohberger appears next to a law enforcement officer in an orange jumpsuit as he enters the courtroom.

Bryan Kohberger enters the Latah County Courtroom January 12 for his second hearing in Moscow, Idaho. He is being held at the Latah County Jail without bond. (Credit: Court TV)… Continue Reading Search warrant unsealed in case of four slain Read More

Kaiser Permanente customers discover new requirement to fill prescriptions via mail-order

By Rachel Sun February 14, 2023

Local customers say they didn’t receive notice of the change before enrolling Continue Reading Kaiser Permanente customers discover new requirement to fill prescriptions via mail-orderRead More

Search warrant for apartment of Moscow homicides suspect unsealed

By Lauren Paterson January 18, 2023

Kohberger sits in an orange jumpsuit at a table in the courtroom next to a woman with blonde hair.

Bryan Kohberger sits next to his defense attorney in the Latah County Courthouse on Jan. 12, 2023. His next hearing is scheduled for June 26. Credit: Court TV Listen (Runtime… Continue Reading Search warrant for apartment of Moscow Read More

Moscow Playwright Comes Home : Interview with “The Whale” writer Samuel D. Hunter

By Lauren Paterson January 12, 2023

A white marquis spells out THE WHALE in black lettering on the front of an old theater with a green sign that reads "Kenworthy" against a blue sky.

The Whale will be showing at the Kenworthy Theatre in downtown Moscow for two weekends in January 2023. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen The film, “The Whale” has been… Continue Reading Moscow Playwright Comes Home : Read More

Suspect Kohberger waives right to timely preliminary hearing, next court appearance set for June

By Lauren Paterson January 12, 2023

Kohberger could push for venue change, speedy trial, says Idaho law professor

By Lauren Paterson January 6, 2023

A white, three story house sits on snow covered ground in front of trees framed by clouds and a blue sky.

A police officer watches over the crime scene at 1122 King Road in Moscow, Idaho. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen Documents in the case of four University of Idaho students released… Continue Reading Kohberger could push for Read More

Suspect in stabbing homicides of four students arrives in Moscow

By Lauren Paterson January 4, 2023

A man in an orange jumpsuit is escorted off a white plane by law enforcement officers in dark blue uniforms. The night sky hangs behind them.

Bryan Kohberger, the suspect in the Moscow quadruple homicide case, is walked off a plane at the Moscow Pullman Airport just before 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4. (Credit: Connor… Continue Reading Suspect in stabbing homicides of Read More

University of Idaho professor files lawsuit against TikTok sleuth for libel, slander

By Lauren Paterson December 23, 2022

University of Idaho students walk up a sidewalk from the distance between fields of snow. Buildings and dark green trees line the horizon.

A University of Idaho professor has filed suit against an online influencer for libel and slander. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen A University of Idaho professor has filed a… Continue Reading University of Read More

National media still reporting in Moscow, bringing stress to locals and students

By Lauren Paterson December 22, 2022

A woman with tan skin, glasses, and a purple beanie stares out the window into a snowy Moscow, Idaho.

Haadiya Tariq, editor-in-chief of the Argonaut, said she is proud the University of Idaho pushed the Moscow PD to give Argonaut reporters the first question at every Moscow homicides press… Continue Reading National media Read More

Social media sleuths disrupt Moscow homicides investigation and community

By Lauren Paterson December 19, 2022

Flowers and signs are piled up on a University of Idaho sign with white snow all around the brick sign.

Despite the snow, flowers and gifts continue to pile up in honor of the four University of Idaho students killed last month. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen (Runtime 4:40)… Continue Reading Social media sleuths disrupt Read More

As University of Idaho students return to campus, homicide detectives ask for more leads

By Lauren Paterson December 7, 2022

Students with backpacks walk along a sidewalk with snow on either side on the University of Idaho campus.

With the option to attend either in person or online, some students are returning to the University of Idaho for final exams. (Credit: Lauren Paterson) Listen We are now in… Continue Reading As University of Idaho Read More

Parents of four slain University of Idaho students address crowd of hundreds during vigil

By Lauren Paterson December 1, 2022

A crowd of hundreds of students hold up lights inside the Kibbie Dome with 'Vandals' written on the wall in black font in the distance.

A crowd of hundreds of students and community members gathered on the University of Idaho campus for Wednesday night’s vigil. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen (Runtime 1:08) Read After four University… Continue Read More

Northwest waterways: Nez Perce canoe project infuses culture into after school learning

By Lauren Paterson December 1, 2022

Fourth grader Jalone Green works on his paddle in Lapwai, Idaho.

Fourth grade student Jalone Green works on his paddle in Lapwai, Idaho. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen (Runtime 3:05) Read Julian Matthews walks the stairs to his downtown Moscow office. He’s… Continue Reading Read More

Moscow community reacts to homicides, pulls together while waiting for closure

By Lauren Paterson November 22, 2022

Police Chief Fry stands at a podium to address reporters.

City of Moscow Police Chief James Fry addresses reporters on the University of Idaho campus, Sunday, November 20. Few new details emerged, and no suspect in custody. Source: Lauren Paterson… Continue Reading Moscow community Read More

Moscow homicides: Investigation details revealed in recent update

By Lauren Paterson November 19, 2022

Bouquets of flowers are set out in front of a brick sign that reads "University of Idaho."

A vigil in remembrance of the students is set for November 30 at the University of Idaho campus. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen Police say they have ruled out several potential… Continue Reading Moscow homicides: Investigation details Read More

UI employees say memo on abortion, contraception creating chilling effect in classroom

By Rachel Sun October 3, 2022

A student walks in front of the University of Idaho Administration Building Friday evening. Photo by Rachel Sun Listen (Runtime 3:29) Read The University of Idaho is facing backlash from… Continue Reading UI Read More

Employees Risk Felonies, Job Loss For Promoting Or Counseling About Abortion, Birth Control, Says University Of Idaho Memo

By Lauren Paterson September 28, 2022

A bird's eye view shows the University of Idaho admin building and clock tower at sunset.

A University of Idaho memo has gone viral in the wake of Idaho’s new abortion law. (Photo by Andrew Lang) Listen The University of Idaho has issued guidance for its… Continue Read More

Documentary Aims To Shed Light On Families Of War Veterans

By Rachel Sun September 22, 2022

Director Betty Rodgers prepares for Stacie Vaughan’s interview in Hope, Indiana for the filming of “I Married the War.” Courtesy Betty Rodgers Listen (Runtime 1:46) Read Many people have heard… Continue Reading Documentary Aims To Read More

WWAMI Program Celebrates 50 Years Training Rural Medical Students

By Rachel Sun September 22, 2022

WWAMI’s first class in 1972 was a group of roughly 30 students from Washington and Idaho. Pictured from left to right in the front row: Gayle Anderson, Jeff Hummel, arms… Continue Reading WWAMI Program Celebrates 50 Years Training Read More

Local Organization Pairs With University Of Idaho To Build Affordable Housing

By Lauren Paterson August 4, 2022

Two women in construction helmets stand in the frame of an unfinished house against a blue sky surrounded by green fields.

Madalyn Asker and Amanda Eller stand in the frame of the first of six houses being designed and built by University of Idaho students. Listen Communities across the country are… Continue Reading Local Organization Pairs With Read More

UPDATES: Jay Inslee Wins Reelection In Washington; More Northwest Election Results In Key Races

By NWPB News November 6, 2020

If Washington voters don't mail in ballots, they can return them in person to drop boxes like this one at the Yakima County Elections Office. CREDIT: ESMY JIMENEZ/NWPB

Election results are rolling in Tuesday night, but it's expected to take time to count all the ballots across the Northwest and many other states. Below are key races to watch, and links to resources and results from across Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Read More

Whitman County Special Election Information

By Kanale Rhoden February 9, 2020

Find out what's on the ballot for this election, where to drop off ballots and more. Continue Reading Whitman County Special Election InformationRead More