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Activist Ammon Bundy declares bankruptcy
Ammon Bundy, the far-right activist who led the takeover of a federal wildlife refuge in eastern Oregon, has declared bankruptcy after loss in a defamation suit against an Idaho hospital last year required him to pay over $50 million in damages.
Idaho’s Bench Lake Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres; 8% containment reported
More than 300 firefighters continued to fight the Bench Lake Fire burning in Idaho’s Sawtooth National Forest, achieving 8% containment on Friday as the fire grew to more than 2,000 acres, fire officials said. The fire started July 11 and is burning near Redfish Lake and the iconic Redfish Lake Lodge near the town of […] The post Idaho’s Bench Lake Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres; 8% containment reported appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Boise High School student dies in car accident
BOISE, Idaho — Boise High School student, Zuleyka Angulo has died in a car accident. According to Principal Deborah Watts, the student died yesterday, July 19, and the family has asked for privacy at this time. "We realize that this is difficult information to process and we are heart-broken...
State of Idaho argues against pro-Palestinian protesters
BOISE — A protest, deemed the “People’s Liberated University,” has been taking place on the lawn in front of the old Ada County Courthouse since the start of May. While not made up exclusively of students, it was originally tied to student activism that has been taking place throughout the United States in response to the Israel-Hamas war. The protest in Boise, which has predominantly been held adjacent to the Idaho State Capitol, was in response to Israel’s invasion of the Palestinian territories following Hamas’...
Idaho’s Coolest Rodeo is in Nampa [photos]
It is July in the Gem State, which means summer vacations, triple-digit temperatures, and rodeos. Whether you're a native of the West or new to our area, rodeos are everywhere within the Mountain West. In a world of digital this and TikTok, it's inspiring to see so many young and old Idahoans championing the Western lifestyle.
What a co-moo-nity, Elmore County FFA fundraiser steer raises $88,500 and the number is growing
ELMORE COUNTY, Idaho — In a country that can, at sometimes, seem at odds with itself, the community of Elmore County rallied together, buying and donating a steer back and forth over 5 times. Bringing in $88,500 and the number is still growing. An Elmore County FFA fundraiser today...
Become a Unified Champion School for the Special Olympics
Your school can be a leader in the inclusion movement by becoming a "Unified Champion School" for the Special Olympics. Just pick a sport, build a unified team of athletes -- with and without intellectual disabilities -- then compete against other schools in your area. To learn more, go to...
Famous Funny Fox Star Coming To Nampa
It's always welcomed news when a major entertainer visits Idaho. Usually, the Gem State is a place where the big stars catch up with friends, go on a hike, or get in a boat—in other words, relax and unwind. However, in just over two months, the city of Nampa will host one of Fox Television's biggest stars.
Win Your Way to Willie at Outlaw Music Festival
107.1 HANK FM is hooking you up with tickets to Outlaw Music Festival at the Ford Idaho Center Wednesday August 7th. To win, just Crank The HANK weekday mornings between 7:30 and 8:00am. Mary will give you a chance to score HANK’s passes and win your way to Willie.
Panida tees up Caddyshack for $5 film series
It’s been 44 years since Caddyshack swung into theaters and, while it didn’t exactly hit a hole-in-one with some critics — earning a nomination in The Stinkers Bad Movie Awards for Sarah Holcomb’s “Most Annoying Fake Accent” — it has remained a steadfast fan favorite.
BLM Expands Aircraft Capabilities in Mountain Home to Fight Wildland Fire
BOISE, Idaho–The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Boise District will begin construction on the Mountain Home Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) Base at the Mountain Home Municipal Airport on July 21, 2024. The new base will expand aircraft availability to respond more quickly to fight wildland fires in southwestern Idaho and the surrounding area.
Kendrick presents at the Association of Collegiate Educators in Radiologic Technology
Leslie Kendrick, associate professor and chair of the Department of Radiologic Sciences and program director of the Imaging Sciences program, and John Lampignano, faculty emeritus of the Department of Radiologic Sciences, presented “A Systematic Approach to Cranial and Facial Bone Critique” at the Annual Conference for the Association of Collegiate Educators in Radiologic Technology.
Boise's hockey legend John MacMillan honored with namesake tournament
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — This weekend at Ice World, "200 X 85"—a company dedicated to hosting youth and adult hockey programs—is organizing a tournament named after a local legend with a storied hockey career, John MacMillan, also known as "Johnny Mac." John MacMillan, an 88-year-old hockey veteran,...
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