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People flee Idaho town through a tunnel of fire and smoke as Western wildfires spread
Lightning strikes have sparked fast-moving wildfires in Idaho, prompting the evacuation of multiple communities, including one where a man drove past a building and trees engulfed in flames as a tunnel of smoke rose over the roadway. Videos posted to social media include a man who said he heard explosions...
Latah County couple asking for help after home was lost following large fires
LATAH COUNTY, Idaho — A couple in Latah County is asking for help after the aftermath of the Gwen and River Fires destroyed their home and all of their belongings. The couple's friends from work set up the GoFundMe page to bring awareness to their situation. According to the...
Primary residences, outbuildings, and a commercial building among structures lost in Gwen Fire
LEWISTON - After lightning moved through the area on Wednesday, July 24, multiple fires have quickly spread in the region. Most of the fire activity is located to the east of Lewiston. Multiple structures were lost as wind fanned the flames throughout the day on Thursday, July 25. The entire...
Gwen Fire Evening Update for Friday, July 26
Communities Impacted: Julietta, Lapwai, and Culdesac. Structures: Primary residences, outbuildings and a commercial building are among the structures lost. Structure assessments are underway to further evaluate the extent of the losses. Personnel: Around 200 actively assigned to the Gwen Fire. Number of Evacuees: Approximately 300. Road Closures: US Highway 12...
Attorney General Bob Ferguson highlights years-long relationship with VP Kamala Harris
SEATTLE – Attorney General Bob Ferguson appears at a Seattle event promoting the presidential campaign of Kamala Harris, touting her record as a prosecutor and senator. While it sounds like a moment that could have happened this week, it actually took place Sep. 27, 2019. As Vice President Harris...
Police: Local man arrested after stealing truck, attempting to push it over cliffside
POCATELLO — A 22-year-old local man was recently arrested after police say he stole a truck, damaged it significantly and then attempted to push it off a cliff using another vehicle. Sabin Leo Reyes, of Pocatello, has been charged with grand theft and destruction of evidence, both felonies, following an incident that began to unfold on July 20, according to police and court records the Idaho State Journal recently obtained. ...
Big Sky Kickoff – Montana State head coach Brent Vigen on 2024 season
The Big Sky Conference hosted its annual Big Sky Kickoff media event on July 22, 2024 at the Northern Quest Casino in Spokane, Washington. Montana State head coach Brent Vigen caught up with Skyline Sports & ESPN MT. The Bobcats finished last season 8-4, including a 37-7 loss at Montana to end the regular season and 35-34 to North Dakota State in overtime in the second round of the FCS playoffs.
Two local residents recently arrested on burglary charges for separate Gate City incidents
POCATELLO — A man and a woman were recently arrested on burglary charges for separate incidents in the Gate City. A 46-year-old local woman was recently arrested after police say she entered the home of another local woman and removed items from the residence. Kayla Jean Pratt, 46, of Chubbuck, has been charged with one felony count of burglary following the incident, which unfolded on July 19. ...
Tiny homes are becoming a popular, less expensive option
Many communities with housing shortages are welcoming tiny houses. Some developers are adding them to their inventory to try to meet the growing demand for less expensive places to live. We recently talked with one Spokane tiny home developer who says business is booming. Last year, Matt Goodwin switched careers....
Labor Day Weekend in Sun Valley, Idaho
The long Labor Day weekend has become a bit of a big deal here in Sun Valley, Idaho over the years. It’s a last summer hoorah as the kids begin to head back to school and the crisp temperatures of fall start to nip at our heels. With spirits running high and festivities plentiful, this is one long weekend that you won’t want to miss.
Woman rushed to hospital after car slams into sign, overturns in front of Idaho Falls Pediatrics
AMMON — A woman was rushed to the hospital after a crash involving two vehicles ended with one car smashing into a sign and overturning. It happened Friday around 4 p.m. on Eagle Drive in front of Idaho Falls Pediatrics in Ammon. Two vehicles collided at the intersection of...
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