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Sunny day ahead as highs drop into the mid to upper 80s
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — It should be slightly cooler around the Treasure Valley. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s. Expect sunny skies with a very light haze around the Treasure Valley. Air quality will be much worse in the mountains once again today. An air quality...
Pocatello Community Recreation Center nears grand reopening after $1.3M renovation
POCATELLO — Renovations at the Pocatello Community Recreation Center are nearing completion after a $1.3 million investment from Portneuf Health Trust. The final touches are being completed at the local community recreation center, which will see the completion of a new 3,200-square-foot weight room along with a variety of other improvements. “The (weight room) space is beautiful,” Pocatello Parks and Recreation Director Anne Butler said. “We’re currently entering through that...
Veterans Memorial Association to hold car show at the end of the month
POCATELLO — The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is holding its second annual car show at the Veterans Memorial Building at the end of this month. Miguel Dominic, historian for the Veterans Memorial Association, said all the proceeds from the car show will go toward repairs and maintenance to the building at 300 N. Johnson Ave. "There's this one and another fundraiser in September," he said. "All this goes toward...
Boise State’s Playoff Hopes Hang In Balance Amid Uncertain Future
Nothing in life is guaranteed, and in the ever-changing world of college football, change happens seemingly every minute. Most college programs are getting ready for the season, whether they're in the Power Four, the Group of Five, the FSC, or the NAIA. However, a troubling report highlights the pressure on Boise State and the rest of the Group of Five teams. 
'THIS IS WHAT LIFE'S ABOUT': Idaho boy Donates $12K From 4-H Sale to Best Friend Battling Cancer
GRACE — “I’ll believe it when pigs fly,” wouldn’t be an unexpected response if someone told you that a local boy recently sold his first ever 4-H animal for about $12,000 at a local county fair — and then gave the money away. But...
‘What if we could get Coach Pete?’: New ad reunites Boise State legends for unique spin
Earlier this summer, the boys were back in town. A few specific well-known local boys. This month, a new video ad for Kendall Ford of Meridian’s Bronco showroom started appearing on screens across the Treasure Valley. Like many past ads for Kendall, the commercial features former Boise State QB Kellen Moore and defensive standout Leighton Vander Esch.
Caldwell Harvest Festival to feature farm-to-fork pairings and live music
CALDWELL, Idaho (CBS2) — Caldwell is preparing to celebrate the harvest this year with a tasty event. Saturday, September 7, Caldwell invites you to bring in the harvest in a celebration of farm-to-table at the Caldwell Harvest Festival. Ticket-goers will be able to try 11 different culinary pairings that feature the best farm-to-fork chefs, artisans, and restauranteurs in the area.
Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic begins next week
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The event of the summer is one week away. The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic begins Wednesday, Aug. 28, at Ann Morrison Park. Here is a schedule to help you plan for the event:. Wednesday, Aug. 28. 7 a.m. - Balloons are in Ann Morrison...
Gang-Related Shooting Near Bridgeport Leads to Multiple Arrests
BRIDGEPORT - Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated to execute two high-risk search warrants on August 21, resulting in the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of stolen firearms and ammunition. The operation was a direct response to a reported gang-related shooting that occurred on August 11, near State Route 173 on the Bridgeport Bar, approximately five miles outside of Bridgeport.
Incredibly Unique Idaho High School Among the Most Expensive in America
If you’re a parent, you already know first hand from this back to school shopping season that school, in general, is expensive. This year, the USA Today estimates that parents with kids in grades K-12 will spend about $875 on supplies, clothes, shoes and other things their child needs going into the new school year.
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