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Sunny day ahead with a dry cold front arriving tonight
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — It should be another sunny and warm day around the valley. Look for highs in the low 90s. A dry cold front will bring us significant winds tonight and a cooldown tomorrow. Highs will drop into the mid-70s tomorrow. A wind advisory will be in...
Little Reward for Firefighters Battling Blaze in Idaho Wilderness
I wouldn’t want to work as a firefighter. It’s not an easy job. Winds can shift, some unseen accelerant can pop, and you can’t always see hazards in a haze of smoke. This goes for people battling housefires and wildland blazes. You couldn’t pay a desk jockey like me nearly enough.
Horizon’s Four Powerful Lessons for Every Idahoan
A lot has been written about the latest Kevin Costner movie, Horizon. The Hollywood actor/director/producer has sunk much of his personal fortune and professional reputation into this film. As many of you know, the box office for the film was very disappointing. For those who prefer the convenience of streaming,...
Helping a minor travel for an abortion? Some states have made it a crime
Read more Stateline coverage on how states are either protecting or curbing access to abortions. Helping a pregnant minor travel to get a legal abortion without parental consent is now a crime in at least two Republican-led states, prompting legal action by abortion-rights advocates and copycat legislation from conservative lawmakers in a handful of other […]
Looking to travel this Labor Day? What to know about traveling this holiday weekend.
Idaho travelers can expect heightened traffic and increased law enforcement patrols this Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, the best times to leave for Labor Day travel are the mornings of Thursday, Aug. 29 and Friday, Aug. 30. The afternoons on both days will see greater congestion around the evening commute. It is advised that travelers schedule their return for early Monday morning as there could be “major traffic jams” later in the day as individuals and families return home from their vacation plans, a...
Jaw-Dropping Report Names One Idaho College “Worst In America”
There are many reasons to distrust the standard US News & World Report rankings of the Best Colleges In America. Author Malcolm Gladwell has done plenty of research to prove the lack of fundamental research in the annual report, which seems critical for colleges to be highly ranked. It's no surprise that the top three schools in 2024 are Princeton and MIT, and a tie for third between Harvard and Stanford.
Idaho nonprofit offers vital support for families with medically fragile children
EAGLE, Idaho (CBS2 News) — Finding out your child has a chronic debilitating condition, also known as being medically fragile, is many parents' worst nightmare. "It's really hard because you feel isolated. You do lose friends, you lose family, when you're taking care of a complex child because it's a 24/7 job,"said the President and Founder of Rays for Rare, Megan Schomer. "When you can't find a community that understands, you're just really alone."
Man who had Conviction Overturned in Idaho Attempted Murder Case Denied Access to Compensation Fund
BOISE - The Idaho Supreme Court has denied John Wurdemann access to a compensation fund for defendants who are wrongfully convicted and are subsequently able to demonstrate their innocence. This fund has been used previously for defendants who were exonerated by DNA evidence. According to the Idaho State Attorney General's...
ISDA On The Lookout For Japanese Beetle
It’s not just the state of Washington that is on the lookout for the Japanese beetle. The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is again conducting a full-court press against the Japanese beetle. This invasive pest is highly destructive, and feeds on more than 300 different commodities, such as hops, roses, grapes and more.
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