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Millions of campaign dollars aimed at tilting school voucher battle are flowing into state races
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Millions of dollars are being spent this year to steer voters toward candidates for Republican-led Legislatures who not only support school vouchers, but will become key figures in implementing school choice programs in states across the U.S. Most recently, national pro-voucher advocates declared victory after...
Committee to look into buying or building governor's residence; housing stipend fund running low
Idaho is one of just five states that doesn’t have a designated residence for its governor — but that may change as the housing stipend fund is nearing depletion. The Governor’s Housing Committee said at a meeting Wednesday that they want to begin looking into building or buying a home. Gov. Brad Little, who has a salary of $138,202, currently receives a monthly stipend of $4,550.67 to pay rent and utilities at a downtown Boise condo. Little and his wife, Teresa, also live at their...
U.S. Marshals arrest stalking suspect in Minidoka County
RUPERT, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — U.S. Marshals tracked down a man wanted for stalking in Rupert on Monday. According to the U.S. Marshals Service, the 3rd Judicial District Court in Canyon County issued a felony arrest warrant for Austin Allen Genius in May 2024 for two counts of first-degree stalking and violating parole.
Wildland firefighter from Boise in critical condition after falling tree incident
A wildland firefighter from Boise who was struck by a falling tree is in critical condition at a Spokane, Washington, hospital. Justin “Riley” Shaw and other members of the Salmon River Ranger District Fire Crew had just arrived at the Coffee Can Saddle Fire on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest on Saturday when the accident happened. Fire information officer Jim Wimer said the tree fell on its own and was not dropped by firefighters as part of their efforts to contain the blaze. ...
Ada County to hold public hearing on Boise River Greenbelt safety
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — According to a recent news release, the Board of Ada County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 6 p.m. to discuss maintaining and enhancing a safe and enjoyable experience for all users of the Boise River Greenbelt. The board wants...
Built to Spill played 'There's Nothing Wrong With Love' deep cuts for the 1st time in decades at tour opener (video, setlist)
Built to Spill began their tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of There’s Nothing Wrong With Love in their hometown of Boise on Friday night. While many of the album’s songs are staples in the band’s setlist — “Big Dipper,” “Car,” “Twin Falls,” “Distopian Dream Girl” — a few of them were dusted off, including “Israel’s Song” which had never been played live. “Fling” hadn’t been played since 1997, “Cleo” hadn’t been played since 2003, and “The Source” hadn’t been played live since 2013.
🚌 School safety + Woman rescued + Open pools
Hello Tuesday. Gretchen Parsons here to start off your day. A Boise woman was rescued after being stranded in the extreme heat and wilderness for two days, details below. But first, some back-to-school safety reminders. Today: 88°🌤🌩 Chance for t-storms then mostly sunny. First Up Today. School...
How does Eagle's 'non-sanctuary' status change things?
In July, the city of Eagle became a non-sanctuary city. The decision, for some onlookers, came out of nowhere, but it had been on the docket for months. Why? Because of a couple of unmarked buses and a lot of assumptions. It all started in the spring, when a citizen...
Nampa Police Post Hilarious Update on Green Power Ranger Arrest
It's a story we couldn't make up if we tried-- but it's a serious one. You may remember that just over a week ago, we reported that Police were looking for a man that shoved an elderly man to the ground in Nampa. Then, as Nampa Police continued to search...
Two candidates vie for open seat on Boise district’s board of trustees
Krista Hasler and Matthew Shapiro bring different backgrounds inside and outside of the education system as they seek a two-year seat on the Boise School District’s board of trustees. But they have one thing in common: Each ran for a seat on the board in 2022. Hasler ultimately lost...
Relish the moment: How a pickleball game served up a Meridian love story
MERIDIAN, Idaho — A simple game in Meridian served up more than just fun. It lobbed together two people who fell in love. Jean and John Wasden are regulars at Meridian Homecourt and while a back injury has John sitting the bench, it's not slowing them down in the name of love.
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