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U.C. Housing Authority to Host National Night Out Block Party
The Umatilla County Housing Authority will host its first National Night Out Block Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 6 at Victory Square Park in Hermiston. This free community event aims to strengthen neighborhood bonds and provide attendees with access to valuable community resources. The block party will feature...
Another hot and hazy day. Extreme heat poised for Sunday.
Today: Friday will be another hazy and hot day, for most. Highs will still be about 5-10 degrees above average. It’ll be in the mid-70s to low-80s in the mountains, with mid to upper-90s for the Kittitas/Yakima valleys and Blue Foothills. The Lower Columbia Basin will likely be in the low-100s. Haze and smoke will mainly impact Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, Morrow, and Umatilla counties. The worst air quality today will likely be in either Umatilla or Morrow counties, given all the recent fire starts down that way. We’ll also have the chance for more fire starts, as fire fuel energy (compared to historical values) will be in the 97th - 99th percentile. In essence, fires could start and spread quickly. Winds will be fairly light for most spots, although northwesterly gusts could reach 25 MPH in the Kittitas Valley.
Two women arrested in Canyon County campground homicide case
Canyon County, ID (CBS2) — The Canyon County Sheriff's Office has arrested two women in connection to the Martin Landing Campground homicide. The Canyon County Sheriff's Office has arrested 35-year-old Melissa Fay Calumpit and 59-year-old Rosalie Lynn Morris both of Battle Mountain, Nevada, in connection to the homicide of 37-year-old Travis Haywood Calumpit on July 12, at the Martin Landing campground near Parma.
Eagle Mayor discusses controversial resolution on illegal immigration with Nate Shelman
Eagle, ID (CBS2) — Eagle Mayor Brad Pike spoke with KBOI's Nate Shelman on the City's controversial resolution to illegal immigrants. The illegal immigration resolution, resolution 24-07 was presented to the City by a citizen of Eagle a few months ago, was reviewed by the City's attorney, was revised by a council member, and was passed on July 9.
Homedale retires jersey of 'once in a lifetime player' Scott Matlock
HOMEDALE — Before his rookie season in the NFL wearing the Los Angeles Chargers’ powder blue, before he racked up 115 career tackles and 11.5 sacks while donning the blue and orange at Boise State, Scott Matlock wore the Homedale red. And while his old No. 44 jersey may not fit him as well as it did back in his days as a Trojan, he was still able to put it on Thursday on the football field of his alma mater. ...
Wyoming’s Above-Average Alcohol Consumption May Be Increasing the State’s DUI Deaths
An analysis looking at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals that eight of the ten states with the highest fatal DUI rates also report some of the highest alcohol consumption levels nationwide. The study looks at the number of deadly crashes involving drivers under the influence of...
NW Team 8 discusses Falls Fire on KJDY
JOHN DAY – According to the latest update, the Falls Fire became very active yesterday afternoon in the northwest and northeast corners of the fire. The fire acreage is now estimated to be 110,674 with 5% containment. Northwest Team 8 Public Information Officer Thomas Kyle-Milword was on KJDY’s Coffee Time this morning and said the wind is forecast to be in firefighters’ favor working the northwesterly corner of the fire in the Donovan Mountain area:
Suspect Wanted For Credit Card Thefts In Boise Area
Look, we get it - times are tough, the world is changing right before our eyes, and things are getting more expensive. Still, that doesn't mean any of us should go to the extreme that one suspect is going right here in Ada County. Credit card theft. Some people get...
Lucky Peak boating season to end 6 weeks early
Boating season at Lucky Peak Lake will end several weeks early this year. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin lowering water levels at Lucky Peak on Monday, July 22, in preparation for repairing the Turner Gulch boat ramp beginning Sept. 1. All boating ends on Aug. 29. The project will increase the safety of the 70-year-old ramp, fixing hazardous sections and installing erosion controls, but will cut short...
Staying safe outdoors during peak wildfire season
July and August mark the height of wildfire season for Eastern Idaho, according to the western fire chiefs association. With that in mind, the Red Cross of Idaho and East Oregon is encouraging families to take steps now to keep themselves safe.
Slow population growth, early retirements impact in Oregon
A new report from the Oregon Employment Department illustrates the impact of slow population growth and increasing retirements in the state. The youngest members of the large Baby Boom Generation, born between 1946 and 1964, turn 60 years old in 2024. Workers in this age group have been, and are expected to continue, shifting into retirement and taking their skills and experience with them. ...
A Portland State University study upends assumptions about Measure 110 impacts
A Portland State University report about the impact of Measure 110 challenges assumptions about law enforcement and the role police officers play as they interact with people with a drug addiction. A key takeaway: Police officers can only reach so many people — even with the power to search and arrest them. The report coincides with preparation by Oregon counties to launch new drug addiction treatment programs as part of...
Oregon's iconic Ka-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort celebrates grand reopening this week
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. — After extensive renovations and hard work, the Kah-Nee-Ta Resort is reopening this week and Warm Springs - and visitors can finally experience the hot springs, swimming pool, authentic cultural experiences, Tribal food cart, and more!. The original iteration of the famous Warm Springs resort shuttered...
New Level 2 (GET SET!) evacuations south of Ukiah for Battle Mountain Complex
Ukiah, Ore. -- Updated at 11:50 a.m.: There's now a Level 2 (BE SET!) evacuation for the area from the junction of North Fork Day River Rd and US-395 S, east to the Tollbridge Campground, down south to the county line.
Local commissioned into US Air Force
Cooper Johnson, a 2020 graduate of Condon High School, has graduated from Oregon State University. Over the last 4 years, while attending college in Corvallis, he also participated in the Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). This spring, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and...
National fire risk elevated to highest level earlier than expected amid fires in Washington and Idaho
The National Interagency Fire Center announced that wildfire risk has pushed national resources to the highest preparedness level, trending earlier than the two previous years. The NIFC is the nation’s center for wildland fires, and it operates on five levels of preparedness based on the risk of fires. Levels depend...
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