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From fairway to charity pay: Boise Open drives donations home
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The Albertsons Boise Open has almost hit its goal of completely selling out of tickets. Jeff Sanders, the Executive Director of the Albertsons Boise Open, said it's looking like a record-breaking year. He said, "It's going to be our biggest and best event we've ever had. Golf by day, music by night."
Idaho Falls Zoo welcomes newborn Fennec fox
IDAHO FALLS – Meet the first Fennec fox born at the Idaho Falls Zoo this year. Sahara was born Monday to proud parents, Jojo and Finnick. Sahara is already charming everyone with playful energy and curiosity. Welcome to the family, Sahara!. The Idaho Falls Zoo is open for the...
Chris Petersen, Kellen Moore, and Leighton Vander Esch Return to Boise
Three of Idaho's most popular sports personalities have recently returned to Boise, sparking excitement in our state. We continue to support athletes and coaches who've played at our great universities, such as Boise State and the University of Idaho. It's a testament to our area that former players and coaches return to the Treasure Valley, bringing renewed energy and enthusiasm.
Chris Vance is once again a Republican ... for Harris
Among the many political factions supporting Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is a group from the other side of the aisle. Republicans for Harris is a national movement that has a handful of local Washingtonians on board.
8 Area HS Football Teams Ranked in WA Preseason Coaches Poll
Sports Illustrated over the years has greatly expanded and now includes high school sports coverage across the US, online. SI.com has now put out their WA State High School football rankings. The rankings come from a poll of at least 75 coaches across the state. In July, SI staff released...
Northwest tribes receive millions in funding for new housing
Tribes in Idaho, Oregon and Washington are building new tribal housing with grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. “There was a total of $150 million nationwide, of which we had four awardees in the Northwest totaling about $12 million dollars,” said Tom Carney, the administrator for the HUD Northwest office of Native American programs.
Growing Idaho: Why the apartment boom?
BOISE, Idaho — This week on Growing Idaho, we’re talking about the apartment boom. A woman wrote in to ask why so many apartments are popping up around the area, who's making money off them, and if anyone is saving money. Let's start with the question “Is anyone...
Nampa Police Release Terrifying Footage of Near Multi-Car Crash [Video]
Is it just us, or are the roads here in the Treasure Valley getting more and more hectic?. Many blame the 'transplants' from other states--others say we're just getting too big. No matter what your belief on the matter is, a recent video released by the Nampa Police Department is serving as a stark reminder that everyone needs to pay attention on the roads.
Windy and warmer today-High around 90
We're checking out the super moon and enjoying cool temps in the 50's. Headed to the low 90's. Winds begin to flow southwesterly from 10-20+ and gusty later, this will allow some smoke for sunset and mainly for western valley and desert areas for early evening. Mainly dry, as temps drop to the 50's in the plain and 40's for mountains. It will be cooler tomorrow, with temps dropping below average to lower 80's for Idaho Falls. Mid 80's for Pocatello and the first day of school in Chubbuck and Pocatello.
20 Spokane Police employees have applied for early retirement buyout
SPOKANE, WASH - In a measure that could save the City of Spokane just over a million dollars, 20 veteran employees of the Spokane Police Department have applied to take an early retirement buyout.
Washington Bracing for Bitter Cold in Latest Winter Outlook
We haven't fiished with Summer yet, and predictions are already in for Winter. Winter isn't my favorite season, which is why this Minnesota gal moved to the West coast. Personally, Fall is my favorite, followed by Spring, Summer, and THEN, Winter. As a young child, when the first snow fell, we prayed there would be enough for sledding. Of course, in Minnesota, sometimes snow arrived as early as Halloween. What a joy that was!
A tale of two workers: Heat deaths on the job provoke differing responses in Oregon, Idaho
This story was originally published by InvestigateWest on Aug. 15, 2024. In a historic heatwave that covered the Pacific Northwest in June 2021, two workers died. Sebastian Francisco Perez, a 38-year-old Guatemalan immigrant, collapsed in 100-degree heat while moving irrigation lines outside at a farm and nursery in St. Paul, Oregon. Just 500 miles away, […]
Nampa parent recounts 'traumatic' experience after their child takes wrong bus
NAMPA, Idaho — The Nampa School District kicked off its school year on Monday. The 2024-25 school year marks the start of change for the district. In the last few months, the district decided to close schools, move to a 4-day school week, and start school with a new transportation company.
Idaho coroners recommend law changes to improve death investigations
BOISE, Idaho — This article originally appeared in the Idaho Press. Idaho is ranked the lowest in the nation for the percentage of homicides autopsied — to address this shortfall and other challenges faced by the death investigation system, a group of Idaho county coroners prepared proposed changes to the state law.
Shocking News Hits For Idaho’s Big Brother Competitor
One interesting thing we've noticed about Boise is that a lot of local residents tend to somehow end up on very popular shows! We've seen Boise residents on shows like The Bachelor, The Bachelor in Paradise, and even Survivor. It's fun to watch the show knowing that someone who lives in the general area as you are on television making a name for themselves.
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