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City of Eagle becomes non-sanctuary city, less services and protections for undocumented people
EAGLE, Idaho — The city of Eagle recently became a non-sanctuary city after a recent city council decision, and that decision has left the city riddled with controversy. "What they're doing is they're sending a message to people who are undocumented here in Idaho, saying they are not welcome in their city limits. and so that has dangerous implications, " Estefania Mondragon, executive director for Poder of Idaho told KTVB Friday.
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.
Winners crowned in Snake River Stampede
NAMPA — Champions were crowned Saturday at the final round of the 109th Snake River Stampede Bareback rider Orin Larsen started Saturday’s final with a blistering score of 90 to take the event title. Larsen, a Inglis, Manitoba native snuck into Saturday’s final round by scoring a 83.5 in Thursday’s rodeo, good enough to snag the 12th and last spot in the final. With his score Saturday, Laren was able...
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...
Rumor Has It Kim Kardashian’s Building a Massive Mansion in Idaho
Would locals flip out if Kim K. moved to Coeur d'Alene?. fed up with Hollywood and the glitterati's growing presence in the Gem State. Responding to a social media post about the star's vacation in the stunning lake town last week, locals took to the comments to unpack their thoughts on a Kim K. move to the Gem State. People were quick to point out her grandmother has lived in Lewiston for years, while others claimed Kim's had a permanent residence here for while.
A matter of trust: Westerners continue to patronize farmers markets
BOISE — At the Boise Farmers Market, Chuck Guthrie stops by the Purple Sage Farms booth to peruse the greens and specialty vegetables, as he frequently does. “The farther away I get from the farmer, the less trust I have,” he said.
Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday at the McCall Smokejumper Base
In this 2013 photo, a roadside Smokey Bear sign tells motorists that that there are extreme fire conditions during the Beaver Creek Fire near Hailey, Idaho. (Lance Cheung/U.S. Department of Agriculture) The Payette National Forest invites the public to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Man arrested in Meridian after pursuit, crash
MERIDIAN, Idaho — A man has been arrested and booked into the Ada County Jail for allegedly trying to flee when police found him nodding off in his car, with illegal drugs visible. The Meridian Police Department (MPD), said 25-year-old Timothy Kinchen accelerated to 90 miles an hour during the pursuit, eventually hitting another car.
Boise’s Kellen Moore Prepares For Super Bowl Run
It's not easy to be a coach or a player in the NFL. For every fan favorite who becomes an iconic member of a franchise, there are others who must travel from town to town, team to team, hoping to find the right spot. Boise's Kellen Moore has come a...
Global tech outage affects Boise Airport
BOISE, Idaho — The global tech outage Friday morning affected airports, banks, hospitals and even baristas. In Boise, airline passengers are feeling the effects. As of Friday evening on July 19, the Boise airport had 11 cancellations and 25 delays, according to Flight Aware. Nationally, only 23% of flights were departing on time.
U of I Aims to Revolutionize Affordable Housing with 3D-Printed Wood Waste
Affordable housing is not a luxury, it’s a basic need. University of Idaho is developing technology to make housing more affordable nationwide by using Idaho wood waste to make one of the most sustainable building construction materials on the market. They’re combining sawdust and other wood byproducts with bio-based glue to create a medium for 3D-printing buildings and stackable bricks.
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...
Boise (ID) FD Addresses Concerns About Its Dive Rescue Boat
The Boise Fire Department was contacted by people floating on the river concerned about the Dive Rescue boat, the department said in a Facebook post Thursday, July 18. “The department would like to address a few points:. “The Boise Fire Dive Rescue boat is designed to operate effectively in water...
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