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Sexual battery on Boise Greenbelt
BOISE, Idaho — A woman was sexually assaulted by a man while walking on the Boise Greenbelt under the Capitol Village Bridge. According to the Boise Police Department (BDP) and Boise State University, the woman was assaulted by a man riding a bike on Thursday, July 18 around 10:17 a.m.
Boise State defensive duo named to East-West Shrine Bowl watch list
BOISE, Idaho — Preseason recognition continues to pour in for a pair of Boise State defensive standouts following breakout campaigns during last fall's Mountain West title run. Defensive end Ahmed Hassanein and cornerback A'Marion McCoy on Wednesday landed on the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl 1000, an early watch list...
Redfish Lake Lodge owners staying resilient as wildfire flames endanger popular destination
BOISE, Idaho — The summertime sounds from campers and boaters have been replaced by the sounds of scooper planes and helicopters as crews continue to battle the Bench Lake Fire, which is threatening an iconic local landmark near Stanley. On July 12, the threat of flames spreading forced visitors...
Idaho Conservation Corps team conducts heat research in Boise
BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Conservation Corps is monitoring four devices in Boise to collect data about the heat for a six-week research program to then serve the Boise community. They are working with the City of Boise and the Treasure Valley Tree Canopy Network. The goal is to...
Boise Farmers Market to close early again on Saturday
BOISE, Idaho — The Boise Farmers Market will again close early on Saturday, July 20, as triple-digit temperatures are expected to carry into the weekend. Last weekend, the market closed early for the same reason. According to organizers, like last weekend, the new limited hours will be 9 a.m....
'We believe in using AI for good': BLM app aims to make fire fuel measurements easier
BOISE, Idaho — The inland Northwest is shrouded in smoke and baking in scorching temperatures, which is a sure sign that fire danger is high across the region. Part of understanding the fire risk is knowing what types of fuels are out there. Forestry agencies like the Bureau of...
Man who sold guns, drugs out of Nampa nursery sentenced to prison
NAMPA, Idaho — This article originally appeared in the Idaho Press. A man has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison for selling guns and drugs out of his Nampa nursery. Sergio Cisneros-Guzman, also known as Salomon Hernandez Medina, a 49-year-old Mexican citizen residing in Nampa,...
Historical Boise swimming pools are getting a makeover
BOISE, Idaho — Two of the oldest facilities within the Boise Park and Recreation program are getting a much-needed makeover. Lowell and South Pool were both constructed in 1953 and have been up and running since. The city said that both pools are not compliant with various codes and...
Wild Hearts Idaho Enables Young Women to Experience the Great Outdoors
Wild Hearts Idaho believes that the outdoors can inspire young women. It can help them connect with their inner self, support their personal growth, and encourage them to be courageous and confident leaders. That's why the local non-profit offers Idaho outdoor adventures for teen girls, ages 12-18, absolutely FREE. Adventures...
BLM to build aircraft base near Mountain Home to help fight future wildfires
MOUNTAIN HOME, Idaho — A new aircraft facility is coming to the Mountain Home Municipal Airport in an effort to reduce response times to help fight wildland fires. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced on Wednesday it will begin construction of the Mountain Home Single Engine Air Tanker Base on Sunday, July 21. Authorities said the base will feature a fire-retardant loading pad, containment area, evaporation pond, two taxi lanes, operations building and storage facility.
The Salmon-Challis National Forest proposing fee and service changes
LEMHI, Idaho — The Salmon-Challis National Forest is proposing to reduce their fees at the Salmon and Middle Fork of the Salmon Rivers. The special recreation permit would be charging float boaters $3 rather than the original price for $4. The reasoning behind the proposed decrease in fees is...
Tight Lines 208 Fishing Report: July 2024
BOISE, Idaho — Heat, heat, and more heat has been the story so far for July. But despite the triple-digit temperatures, there are plenty of good fishing options. By focusing your trips on early mornings, and/or fishing at higher elevations, you can mitigate the heat wave and catch plenty of fish. As you plan your upcoming trips, here are some ideas to get you started:
Great American Snacks in Nampa to cease operations in September, laying off employees
BOISE, Idaho — A Nampa snack facility is shutting down, with lay offs imminently for over 250 employees. Meaning, they all have to endure new opportunities. In a statement from a Great American Foods spokesperson, they have decided to close their plant. They will cease operations in September of this year.
Road closures for races: Sun Valley Tour de Force takes speed this weekend
SUN VALLEY, Idaho — The Sun Valley Tour de France is this weekend, raising money for charity. The organization has donated over $1.9 million dollars to local nonprofits in Blaine County. With high speeds taking over, surrounding roads will be closed this weekend. The event runs 15 miles north...
Idaho's delegates feel safe amid heightened security at RNC, approve of Trump VP pick
BOISE, Idaho — This article originally appeared in the Idaho Press. Delegates from around the country are gathered in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention, including the 32 members of Idaho’s delegation. The event kicked off Monday, two days after the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump...
Fires prohibited at Celebration Park, Martin Landing amid extreme heat
BOISE, Idaho — Fire danger at two parks in Canyon County has been changed to "extreme" and fires will be prohibited at the locations, Canyon County Parks, Culture and Natural Resource Department Director Nichole Schwend announced Wednesday morning. Due to the excessive heat, Celebration Park and Martin Landing have...
Sweethearts match in medicine: Two newlywed doctors to serve Idaho's healthcare needs
BOISE, Idaho — In a heartwarming tale of love, ambition and homecoming, two southwest Idaho natives have defied the odds. After meeting in medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine and Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho (WWAMI), falling in love and pursuing their dreams the couple has now returned to their roots in a rare twist of fate.
'Good Samaritan' back home recovering after being hit by a car while helping hit-and-run victim
MERIDIAN, Idaho — A Boise man is back home and recovering after being hit by a car while helping the victim of a hit-and-run in Meridian in June. 57-year-old Tom Lamp got out of his car to help a seriously injured motorcyclist when another car hit both men. "I...
He'll only let one barber trim his mullet: 'Mad Dog Jax' guns for national mullet championship
WILDER, Idaho — It's a fight for the follicles, and the Gem State is well-represented in this year's national mullet competition. Two Idaho kids. It's an online mullet competition with different age brackets and cash prices. Dillynn Lisby... A.K.A "Mad Dog Jax" Lisby 9 years old from Wilder, Idaho....
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