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Champions crowned at Caldwell Night Rodeo
The 100th anniversary of the Caldwell Night Rodeo wrapped up Saturday night as winners were crowned after the Championship round. Jess Pope got things going by getting a boost at making his fifth straight National Finals Rodeo by winning the CNR title in bareback riding, the same event he won a world title in in 2022. Pope scored an 86 on Saturday night to get a two-head score of 170.5. ...
Idaho man arrested for murder in 50-year-old cold case
DNA search prompts arrest of Idaho murder suspect in 51-year-old cold case, California police say. Authorities say an Idaho man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a woman in California more than 50 years ago. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office says DNA evidence led investigators to identify 75-year-old Michael Eugene Mullen as a suspect in the death of Nina “Nadine” Fischer in 1973. Mullen was arrested near Salmon, Idaho, on Wednesday. He is being held in jail in Idaho while awaiting extradition proceedings. Mullen’s defense attorney did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment. Fischer was 31 and lived in San Rafael, California, with her husband and young daughter when she was killed.
Should Idaho Start Using AI Traffic Cameras To Catch Speeders?
Sure, traffic cameras are a thing that exist. They've been around for a while, and you've most likely encountered one while driving. Recently, AI cameras were used to detect some vicious wildfires here in Idaho, helping combat the blaze faster than humans alone. That makes sense. But would it make sense to have AI in charge of our traffic laws?
Raw milk linked to outbreak under investigation in Idaho
Idaho public health officials are investigating an outbreak of bacterial infections in 18 people who drank raw milk. Before they got sick with campylobacteriosis, all but one of them told health officials they drank raw milk produced by Paradise Grove Dairy, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare said in a news release. Located in […]
Hail, wind & rain: Northstate viewers share their thunderstorm photos
NORTHSTATE, Calif. — The rest of this weekend and start of the work week is expected to be mild weather following the brief, but intense, thunderstorms the Norhstate experienced Saturday night. The thunderstorms ramped up Saturday afternoon with heavy rain and strong winds around the region. The gusty winds...
5-star QB gets beaten out for starting job in big surprise
Boise State has named a starting quarterback for the 2024 season, and the decision came as somewhat of a shock. Redshirt sophomore quarterback Maddux Madsen has won Boise State’s starting quarterback job over transfer Malachi Nelson, according to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Sources: Boise State has named redshirt sophomore quarterback Maddux Madsen as... The post 5-star QB gets beaten out for starting job in big surprise appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Gas prices down 2 cents in Boise, reports GasBuddy
BOISE, Idaho — According to GasBuddy, gas prices in the Boise area have dropped 2 cents in the last week, marking a new average price of $3.59 per gallon. GasBuddy surveys 216 stations in the Boise area, and what they found was prices in Boise are 1 cent lower than a month ago, and 54 cents lower than a year ago.
Expect delays near BOI as road work continues on Vista Avenue
Boise, Idaho (CBS2) - Boise Airport is reminding passengers of a traffic alert near the entrance of the airport. Ada County Highway District will be working on both sides of Vista Avenue near the entrance to BOI from 8 p.m. - 5 a.m. through Sunday, Aug. 25th. Brief delays are...
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.
Women’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Schedule, Home Game vs BYU
Idaho State Women's Basketball has unveiled its 2024-25 schedule, featuring a challenging lineup that includes games against three Power-4 schools. The season kicks off with an exhibition game against Northwest Nazarene on November 1, followed by a home opener against Arizona Christian. A highlight of the schedule is a home game against BYU on November 16, marking the first match in Pocatello between the programs in over two decades. Head Coach Seton Sobolewski emphasized the excitement surrounding the team’s prospects this season.
Ready for a new real estate landscape, Idaho? Changes in homebuying are coming fast
BOISE (Idaho Statesman) – A new future for buying and selling homes is emerging. The National Association of Realtors — one of the most powerful trade organizations and political lobbyists in the country — will be enacting new rules Saturday after a nearly $420 million settlement over several lawsuits brought against the real estate giant over price-fixing and antitrust violations.
Idaho Teens & Suicide: no, our kids are not okay
The stats are heartbreaking. In 2021, a CDC study found 21.3% of Idaho high schoolers had seriously considered suicide within the past year. Even more devastating, the study points out 19.7% of students had made a plan with 10.9% having actually attempted it. Of the attempts, 3.4% led to critical injuries.
So far, Idaho officials have not discovered more invasive quagga mussels
State officials have not detected viable quagga mussels since resuming water sampling this spring, Idaho State Department of Agriculture Director Chanel Tewalt said. On Sept. 19, 2023, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced it discovered invasive, nonnative quagga mussel larvae in water samples taken from the Snake River near Shoshone Falls and Centennial Waterfront […]
Active-duty military firefighters arrive in Boise to help fight Idaho wildfires
Over 250 active-duty military personnel landed in Boise on Saturday to help fight wildfires burning in Idaho. The military firefighters will be assisting with fire suppression for up to 30 days.
Bureau of Land Management helps contain fire near Balanced Rock Canyon
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — On Saturday, KMVT received a news tip that two big fires ignited on the other side of Balanced Rock Canyon, causing 4300 North Road, going north, to be closed down. The damage left behind: blackened fields with residue from the retardant used to extinguish the fire.
What You Need To Know About The NEW CDC Warning In Idaho
Hey Idahoans, heads up! The CDC has recently flagged an uptick in human parvovirus B19 activity across the U.S., and we should be aware of it here in Idaho. Parvovirus B19, often dubbed the "fifth disease," is a seasonal bug that spreads through respiratory droplets, such as sneezes and coughs.
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