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Convicted killer Thomas Creech seeks post-conviction relief at hearing
The Judge clarified that the court preceding is not deciding whether to vacate Creech's conviction, instead it's deciding whether the defense has a case on the grounds of cruel and unusual punishment.
Spa owners open resort in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS – People have enjoyed getting massages, facials, pedicures and other services at Xhale Spa for years, and the owners recently added a resort to go with it. Xhale Resort & Spa at 1421 1st Street in Idaho Falls includes two businesses under one roof. Rachael and Brock Merrill started taking bookings for the resort on Aug. 1.
North Idaho State Fair breaks attendance and rodeo records
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — It was fun galore and much, much more. The 10-day 2024 North Idaho State Fair wrapped on a high note Sunday, breaking records inside and outside of the rodeo arena. The 170,882 visitors to this year's fair broke attendance records for an increase of 8%...
FOOD, FRIENDS AND FUN: Eastern Idaho State Fair begins Friday
BLACKFOOT — Residents of Eastern Idaho and beyond will soon be able to bask under the neon glow of brightly colored carnival rides, indulge in kooky cuisine and share in raucous fun with their friends as the Eastern Idaho State Fair kicks off on Friday. Last year’s fair saw attendance reach 250,000 visitors over the nine days, further cementing the annual affair as one of the premier events in Idaho. ...
BLM gathers 38 wild horses north of Emmett as Paddock Fire burned grazing land
BOISE, Idaho — On Tuesday, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) gathered 38 wild horses north of Emmett as the Paddock Fire burned their grazing land. The BLM said the decision to gather the wild horses was made to ensure their survival, as the Paddock Fire burned 187,185 acres and nearly the entire Four Mile Herd Management Area.
Local student shocked by $40,000 scholarship
MERIDIAN, Idaho (CBS2) — College scholarships can create opportunities that students and their families never thought possible. One student at Mountain View High School is getting that opportunity. Avery Lavier was shocked when she was presented with a $40,000 scholarship during a school presentation. "I never thought it was...
GoFundMe for local family after house fire
The community is coming together to help a young family whose home was damaged in an Aug. 22 fire. Fire officials have said the fire appears to have been caused by a malfunctioning microwave outlet. The community is coming together to support Delwyn, Twyla Freed and their two young daughters...
From the Archives - Aug. 29, 2024
15 Years Ago ~ August 27, 2009 ~ From the Bonners Ferry Herald: “The North Bench volunteer firefighters were already in the area at the time of the fire, having gathered for training at the fire station located across the highway. A few minutes after arriving, firefighters saw smoke and then flames spewing from the top of the main building. A call was made for mutual aid – Bonners Ferry, Curley Creek, and Hall Mountain fire departments responded. North Bench taking the lead."
Traffic Stop Ends With 3 Arrested, two Charged With Possession of Meth
GRANGEVILLE - A recent traffic stop led to multiple people arrested in Idaho County. At about 9:00 p.m. last Saturday, and Idaho County Deputy was on routine patrol in the Harpster area. According to the Sheriff's Office, he observed a pickup pulling a trailer loaded with wood, but the taillights were not functioning. The deputy stopped the vehicle made contact with the driver and passenger.
Dozens of cats rescued from Caldwell mobile home en route to landfill
CALDWELL, Idaho (CBS2) — An animal hoarding case is stretching shelter and rescue groups thin in the Treasure Valley. Volunteers were called to an abandoned mobile home in Caldwell on Tuesday. About a dozen frightened cats inside were in danger because the mobile home was being hauled to the Canyon County landfill.
Department of Labor and Mexican Consulate host bilingual presentations on workers rights
The Mexican Consulate in Boise is making sure workers, both documented and undocumented, know their rights. Leading up to Labor Day, the Department of Labor collaborated with the Boise Mexican Consulate to host workshops and events this week. On Monday, U.S. Department of Labor outreach coordinator Andrea Rasmussen explained federal...
Pocatello oral surgeon named as new Idaho State Dental Association trustee
BOISE — The Idaho State Dental Association announced Dr. Jeffrey DaBell of Pocatello as one of the organization’s new trustees representing the Southeast Idaho Dental Society. Dr. DaBell began his term July 1 and will serve through June 2026. The ISDA represents over 900 Idaho dentists, comprising 70% of the state’s dental professionals.
Mother’s group in Pocatello seeks new members
Two-thirds of parents feel isolated and lonely according to a Wexner Medical Center survey. Many groups have emerged trying to overcome parental loneliness by offering community and fellowship. The Pocatello MomCo strives to do just that and more. MomCo is an international nonprofit that offers mothers a community and helps...
Idaho Coach Jason Eck and His Players Amped Up to Face the Ducks; Oregon Better Be Too
On Monday back in Moscow, Idaho, Vandal coach Jason Eck met the media at the Kibbie Dome at said he plans to “coach loose and be aggressive” against the Oregon Ducks. He told the press, “I don’t think we have any pressure on us in this game. We could lose by 100, and it is not going to affect ...
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