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Evacuation Orders Issued as Cougar Creek Fire Grows to 520 Acres in Asotin County
ASOTIN COUNTY - A fire burning in southern Asotin County, in the area of Cougar Creek Road, on the north side of the Grande Ronde River, has now reached 520 acres in size. The Cougar Creek Fire, reported around 7:00 p.m. on Monday, was initially attacked by air resources, which operated throughout Monday evening while daylight permitted. Additional air and ground resources have been requested to assist in containing the fire.
Fatal Collision in Eastern Washington Claims Infant's Life
SPOKANE - A fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 395, approximately 1.5 miles east of Valley, at 10:41 AM on July 15, 2024. The incident involved two vehicles traveling northbound. Vehicle two, a 2011 Subaru Outback, stopped to make a left turn onto Bakie Road and was struck from...
Republican candidates for 5th Congressional District take part in forum
SPOKANE, Wash. — With only weeks to go until Washington’s state primary election, time’s running out for candidates to share their positions with voters. On Monday, five out of the six Republican candidates running for the state’s 5th Congressional District seat appeared for a candidate forum.
Spokane man allegedly shoots at bar after being kicked out
SPOKANE, Wash. – A Spokane man allegedly urinated in full view of a bar’s windows and proceeded to shoot at the establishment after being kicked out on Sunday. According to the Spokane Police Department, the 22-year-old man was asked to leave a bar on the 1400 block of East Illinois Avenue after getting into an argument. Police claim he then urinated in full view of the bar’s windows just outside, and then shot around three rounds at the bar.
New evacuations issued as Pioneer Fire expands to nearly 19,000 acres
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 1 Evacuation Advisory for the Stehekin area due to the ongoing Pioneer Fire, which is burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near Lake Chelan. The advisory affects the region up Lake from Hazard Creek to the High Bridge Ranger Station. Spanning 18,731 acres and located 31 miles northwest of Chelan, the fire is currently 14% contained.
Some Idaho libraries put restrictions on who can challenge books
Want to challenge a book under the new Idaho library law? Check local policies first. After House Bill 710 went into effect July 1, schools and public libraries have updated their procedures for book challenges. But each policy looks a little different, and that includes an array of standards for...
Funds processing for this year's final batch of Empowering Parents grant money
BOISE, Idaho — Announced Monday in a news release, the Idaho State Board of Education (ISBE) has approved the last of the funds for Empowering Parents grants for the recently concluded state fiscal year. ISBE said that means that Odyssey, the program administrator is now processing the final batch...
An Idaho safe house claimed it was saving trafficking victims. Women said it was like being “trafficked all over again.”
Lacking accountability, program took federal money and billed Medicaid for services victims say they never received. Three years ago, Paula Barthelmess — the mother of Idaho’s first anti-trafficking task force, the fiery advocate with the ear of policymakers, the devoted social worker allowed inside police interrogation rooms — dropped by an Idaho jail to visit a woman called Franky.
Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in Idaho!
In the serene and picturesque state of Idaho, community safety remains a top priority for residents and authorities alike. While Idaho is known for its beautiful landscapes and friendly communities, it is not immune to the threats that can endanger the safety of its residents. Awareness and vigilance are crucial in preventing crime and ensuring that our neighborhoods remain safe and secure. This article delves into the common threats faced by Idaho residents, highlights city-specific concerns, and provides actionable steps for reporting suspicious activities to the authorities. All the information in this article is based on the report by KTSM.
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