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[PHOTOS] Washington Wildfire Fury: Road Closures Announced
If you are traveling across Washington State, these are road closures that could impact your trip!. Washington State Roads Severely Affected by Ongoing Wildfires. As Washington State fights several severe wildfires, major road closures and disruptions are impacting travel across the region. According to updates from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and local authorities, multiple highways remain shut down due to the fires, with emergency services working around the clock to manage the situation. The recent photos released by the Washington State Department of Transportation from the scenes of multiple fires across Washington show just how big of a fight they face,
Twin Falls Police Department Unveils New Crime Mapping Software
Twin Falls Police Department Unveils New Crime Mapping Software. The Twin Falls Police Department (TFPD) has launched a new crime mapping software accessible to the public, providing a valuable tool for residents to stay informed about criminal activity in the area. The software visually represents crime reports across the city, with icons indicating different categories of crime. This new resource offers a comprehensive view of crime patterns, helping you understand where certain types of incidents are more prevalent. (Link to the map is below.)
Rexburg police try to identify vehicle involved in hit-and-run that hurt teenager
REXBURG — Police are trying to identify a driver they believe is involved in a hit-and-run incident that hurt a teen on a bicycle. The Rexburg Police Department is asking for the community’s help after posting a picture of a white Acura TLX. The post said it’s possibly a 2013 or 2014 model. The photo above is the actual vehicle involved, obtained by video surveillance, police said.
ISU legend Natalie Doma inducted into Big Sky Conference Hall of Fame
When her college career ended for the Idaho State women’s basketball team, Natalie Doma was the Big Sky Conference all-time leader in both points scored (2,296) and rebounds (1,174) − an incredible achievement. Doma had already been inducted into the Idaho State Athletic Hall of Fame in 2008. But this past weekend at the Big Sky Conference “Kickoff Weekend” in Spokane, she was awarded another singular honor − being inducted into the Big Sky Hall of Fame. ...
Battle in Island Park community: Idaho residents protest proposed airport, hotel
ISLAND PARK, Idaho — Two separate proposals for a private air park/airport and a hotel on the Henry's Lake Flats are stirring deep controversy in the Island Park community. About 150 residents and landowners in Island Park gathered Monday evening at the Fremont County EMS building on Library Road to protest the developments.
Stanley's open and ready for visitors, mayor says
The sky might be a bit hazy and the Redfish Lake recreation complex is closed, but Stanley remains open and ready for summer visitors, Mayor Steve Botti said this week. The Bench Lake Fire, which started July 11 about 8 miles south of Stanley and about a mile from Redfish Lake Lodge, had burned 2,595 acres as of Thursday morning. The fire's cause hasn't been determined. It was listed as 45 percent contained on Thursday. A total of 403 people from eight crews were fighting the fire with 15 engines and nine helicopters on Thursday.
Blackfoot Mexican restaurant expands to Chubbuck
CHUBBUCK — A popular Mexican restaurant in Blackfoot has recently opened a second location in Chubbuck. Juan Huizar, owner of Los Gavilanes Mexican Grill, said this second location is on West Chubbuck Road in the former Mama Inez Express location. He chose that location because he liked the area. ”I thought it was a good location,” he said. “It’s growing a lot.” ...
Wife allegedly fatally shot estranged husband at campground, then apologized
CANYON COUNTY, Idaho (TCN) -- A 35-year-old woman and her 59-year-old mother were arrested after the daughter allegedly shot and killed her estranged husband at a campground this month. According to the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office, on the evening of July 12, deputies responded to a camping area near the...
Boise Hawks and Western Heating host Military Appreciation Night
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The Boise Hawks and Western Heating & Air Conditioning are teaming up for another Military Appreciation Night at Memorial Stadium. Western Heating & Air Conditioning and other supporting sponsors will donate hundreds of tickets to armed forces members for the Friday, Aug. 9, game against the Billings Mustangs, which begins at 7:05 p.m.
Officers’ fate rests with prosecutors as investigation into downtown Spokane shooting concludes
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Independent Investigative Response Team has finished looking into the police-involved shooting that occurred in downtown Spokane in February. The Spokane County Prosecutor will now decide the fate of the officers involved. Spokane police officers and Department of Corrections officers responded to a suicidal man...
Local man sentenced for leading officers on high-speed chase in stolen car with juvenile inside
BLACKFOOT — A 40-year-old local man was recently sentenced to serve up to 14 years in prison for leading officers on a high-speed chase in February while in a stolen car with a juvenile still inside the vehicle. Brent T. Sequints Jr., of Fort Hall, received a unified sentence of 14 years, of which at least four are mandatory, during a sentencing hearing in front of 7th District Judge Darren B. Simpson on Monday. ...
Coroner IDs Meridian man who died in house fire
The man who died in a house fire last week has been publicly identified. Norman Duncan, 84, was pronounced dead on Saturday morning following a Friday evening house fire on West Vaquero Lane in Meridian, the Ada County Coroner’s Office announced Thursday. The Meridian Fire Department responded to the fire at around 7 p.m. Friday, July 19, and Duncan died at the scene, as previously reported. Twelve units responded to the fire and it took approximately 30 minutes to extinguish. Duncan’s cause and manner of death are pending, the coroner’s office said.
Air Quality Advisory Issued for the Nez Perce Reservation
LAPWAI - An Air Quality Advisory has been issued for the Nez Perce Reservation due to smoke from wildfires. This advisory will remain in effect until Friday, July 26, at 10:00 AM. Wildfire smoke may move in and out of the area depending on fire and wind activity, impacting some areas more than others. No EPA/NPT burn permits will be approved during this period.
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