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Idaho State Names Inaugural Esports Team Members
Students will compete on three teams- Team Valorant, Team Overwatch and Team Rocket League. Team members received professional jerseys as they signed their commitment letters. New Esports Coach Charles “Mystvc” Johnston, 2023 Call of Duty World Champion from Pocatello, wasn’t able to be at the signing event because he was invited to participate in the Esports World Cup as the coach of the Call of Duty team in Saudi Arabia. He joins ISU as a highly decorated player and coach.
Missing Idaho Senior Last Seen Near Challis In Late July
The search for a missing Idaho senior has entered its third week. Have you seen Ronald Jenks?. Ronald Jenks, 63, went missing during the final days of July, according to a profile created on the Idaho Missing Persons Alerts Facebook page. Jenks is believed to have been driving his gray Dodge Dakota with the license plate number V41144, according to IMPA.
There Could Be a 2nd Taco Bell in Twin Falls Soon
Most residents in Twin Falls can agree that there is a lopsided number of restaurants on the north side of town vs the south side. Not all residents will agree though that it’s a problem. But, as someone who lives and works on the south side of town, we...
Emergency Alert in Rexburg and surrounding areas
REXBURG—UPDATE: Madison County residents can use their water as normal again. Crews were able to fix the sewer overnight. The city released a statement at 7 a.m. saying, "Early this morning, our dedicated staff along with the crews of the contractor were able to locate and repair the broken section of sewer line. We thank everyone involved for their hard work and we thank the community for their patience and assistance. We hope you have a great weekend."
Prep football preview: Madison sets sights on playoff push
REXBURG — The 6A District 5-6 conference is tough to crack. That’s a fact Madison coach Chandler Rhoads knows well. With Rigby or Highland having won the state title six times since 2014, the Bobcats know the challenge they face at the beginning of every season. “It’s the...
Semi-truck causes fire in Jerome after clipping powerlines
JEROME, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — A fire started around 10 a.m. in Jerome Friday morning after a semi-truck clipped powerlines. The fire burned several acres of a small field at the intersection of West Nez Perce Avenue and Victory Lane, according to Jerome Deputy Fire Chief Lane Sickles. No injuries or property damages are reported at this time.
Wave of Lewiston Business Closures Continues with Claire’s Announcement
LEWISTON - Following the recent closures of Red Lobster, Shari’s Diner, and Super China Buffet. Claire’s at the Lewiston Center Mall is the latest business to announce its shutdown. A store employee confirmed to Big Country News that the last day for the Lewiston Center Mall store will...
Former Timberline High teacher talks for first time after settlement with district
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — A former teacher who recently settled with the Boise School District for $400,000 sat down with CBS2 for her first interview since we broke the news of the agreement. Less than a year ago, Laura Boulton was a math teacher at Timberline High School. After...
Kohberger: Potential jurors warn ‘they’d burn the courthouse’
MOSCOW, Idaho (Court TV) — A new filing from Bryan Kohberger’s defense team warns that potential jurors predicted violence in the streets if the alleged killer is acquitted at trial. Kohberger is charged with the brutal murders of Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Kaylee Goncalves at their home near the University of Idaho.... Read more » Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
Lost Motorcyclist Cheats Death! Survives 5 Days on Creek Water After Idaho Crash!
WALLACE, ID – Just a day after authorities in Idaho said they were winding down a days-long search for a missing motorcyclist, the injured man was found by a family friend. Zachary Demoss, 24, from Montana, was riding his black 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle in Idaho with a couple of friends when he was last seen on the afternoon of Aug. 11, according to the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office.
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes issues new information on cybersecurity incident
FORT HALL — On Aug. 16, the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes learned that it was subject to a potential cybersecurity incident. The Tribes’ Information Technology Department and Executive Office immediately initiated an investigation, engaged with the Tribes’ contracted cybersecurity consultant firm, and notified the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Through...
Kootenai County Pushes Back Against False Sanctuary Status Claims
COEUR D'ALENE - Kootenai County officials have responded to recent reports falsely identifying the county as a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants. In a media release issued by the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Robert B. Norris strongly denied the claim, clarifying the county's position on immigration enforcement. According to...
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