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Nathanael Jensen, 25, has accepted a plea deal in federal court for possessing child pornography, leading to the dismissal of two additional charges. He faces a potential 10-year prison sentence following a multiagency investigation that discovered illicit material on his Dropbox account.
A Wyoming couple, Phyllis and Thomas Krogman, pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder in Asotin County Superior Court. The charges relate to a knife attack on Phyllis's brother, Daniel Henry, who survived multiple stab wounds during an incident at a Motel 6. Phyllis allegedly encouraged the attack as revenge for past family grievances.
The Cherry Fire near Deary, Idaho, has burned 113 acres and is 40 percent contained as of Saturday morning. Fire officials report minimal activity and expect to improve containment by nightfall, while a 2-mile aircraft closure remains in effect. Investigators have not yet determined the fire's cause, which began during timber cutting operations.
Fire crews expect to fully contain the 113-acre Cherry Fire near Deary by the end of the day. The fire, which started Monday on logging land, is currently 80% contained, with crews focusing on suppression repair and dousing hot spots. A flight closure for airplanes has been lifted, but drone operators are urged to remain grounded.
Lewiston Tribune reporters Elaine Williams and Kaylee Brewster, along with Moscow-Pullman Daily News columnist Becky Tallent, received awards at the Pacific NW News Publishing Contest. Brewster earned second place for her report on Milo Warnock's death in prison, while Williams secured third for her coverage of a family affected by the Gwen Fire. Tallent won first place for her column on the Greater Idaho proposal.
Whitman County voters will participate in primary elections on August 5, with the top two candidates in each race advancing to the November general election. Notably, Pullman City Council has attracted numerous candidates for its two open seats, while several local levies will also be on the ballot.
Moscow Mountain is closed to motorized vehicles due to fire danger, as announced by Bennett Lumber Products Inc. The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for the area amid dry and windy conditions. Firefighters are currently battling a wildfire in a nearby logging zone.
Workers at Moscow’s Stinker Station intervene to prevent scams involving cryptocurrency kiosks, saving a dozen people monthly from losing significant sums. Scammers often use fear tactics, convincing victims that they face legal trouble unless they deposit cash into these machines. The store's employees have become vigilant in recognizing signs of potential scams and assisting victims.
The U.S. Forest Service approved exploration drilling permits for the Horse Heaven mining project, owned by Resolution Minerals. The project will involve up to 57 drill holes across 14,000 acres, targeting gold, tungsten, and antimony resources. Drilling is set to begin next month, with a focus on confirming existing mineral resources.
The 1912 Center and Deary Mercantile in Idaho received nominations for the Orchids and Onions Awards, recognizing their historic preservation efforts. The awards ceremony will take place on July 26 in Boise, hosted by Preservation Idaho.