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Former Boise State head football coach Dan Hawkins set to rejoin son at Idaho State
Cody Hawkins was already bouncing ideas off of his legendary father. Now the Idaho State head football coach gets to do so in an official capacity. Former Boise State head coach Dan Hawkins was announced Wednesday as the newest addition to the staff. He will serve as the Director of Player and Staff Development with a salary of $19,000 − the lowest on staff. ...
In Central WA, 4th District race heats up in conservative showdown
Most election analysts expect Washington’s 4th Congressional District to remain Republican come November. That’s usually good news for a candidate like U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, an experienced incumbent — he’s been in Congress since 2015 — with a sizable chest of political contributions. Washington Statewide...
Former Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney pleads guilty to drug trafficking conspiracy
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — An attorney from Eastern Idaho who formerly served as the Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney has pled guilty to drug trafficking conspiracy. 69-year-old Robin Dwain Dunn of Rigby, Idaho, pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. According to court records, Dunn,...
SNAPPED: Music on Main rocks on
VICTOR, Idaho — Last week’s Music on Main entertainers brought an inflatable rainbow to Victor City Park to match the heat wave. Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer made it over to Victor to document the concert. Joe Hertel and the Rainbow Seekers played to a packed park at the...
Inside the DoorDash Theft Ring, Boise’s New Delivery Issue
During a scorching heatwave this past Saturday, we decided to relax at home and order some food via DoorDash. My aunt and uncle were visiting, and it seemed the perfect solution for a leisurely afternoon. However, after waiting an unusually long time without any updates, my uncle contacted the DoorDash driver assigned to our delivery. The response was unexpected and frustrating: "It's been stolen."
Sun and patchy smoke with a few storms
Sun and haze with areas of patchy smoke, not quite as bad, but winds shift later from the north to the sw 10-15+mph. Highs up a nothc to the lower to mid 90's. Gusty storms are at 30% chance this afternoon, much like yesterday. Some of those storms may be "dry" thunderstorms with just lightning and hot winds, dropping temps quickly for us in the 5-7pm time before sunset.
How the money from Miracle Coffee Day helps local children
SPOKANE, Wash. – Today is Miracle Coffee Day, where every drink you buy at a Dutch Bros in the greater Spokane area will raise money for local kids in the hospital. Numerica Credit Union will donate one dollar, up to 10 thousand dollars, to the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) for each drink bought.
Idaho inmate gets life sentence for escaping state custody at Boise hospital
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho inmate was sentenced Friday to life in prison for escaping state custody at a Boise hospital after the corrections officers guarding him were violently attacked. Skylar Meade pleaded guilty to the escape and to sentencing enhancement for being a persistent violator and for...
Take it Slow and Safe, Police on the Lookout for Aggressive Driving
IDAHO - We all know the frustrations of modern life and juggling a busy schedule, but speed limits are put in place to protect you, your family, friends, and all road users. Law enforcement agencies across the state will be patrolling Idaho roads for aggressive drivers between July 19 and August 11 to help ensure everyone can travel to their final destinations safely and enjoy the last hurrahs of summer.
Trio of employees facing theft charges from Super 1
BONNERS FERRY — Three Super 1 employees have been arrested on charges of burglary, grand theft and criminal conspiracy after allegedly giving themselves discounts on deli items. Night-shift workers Hannah Lacey Ainley, 35, Ticen George Taylor, 34, and Anthony L. Vargas, 40, were arrested on June 23. Each faces...
Q&A: Bachman-Turner Overdrive frontman Randy Bachman talks playing Expo '74, rock longevity and Gonzaga shirts
When looking over the musical acts that played Expo '74, there are plenty of legends whose time has long since passed, like Ella Fitzgerald and Liberace. But there's also one act that's still rocking out a half century later — Canadian classic rock standouts Bachman-Turner Overdrive. On Aug. 6,...
Even more super affordable deals for when you're hungry or thirsty but your wallet's running a little low
Finding good deals doesn't have to be difficult. Next time you're hungry or thirsty, and your budget isn't unlimited, consider these tasty bargains at eateries across the Inland Northwest. Many of the following are offered only during happy hour, while others pop up on specific days of the week, or are seasonal discounts current as of this issue's press time.
NEWS BRIEFS: Spokane gets a new police chief
Last Thursday, Mayor Lisa Brown announced that, after nearly five months of searching, she has appointed Kevin Hall as Spokane's next police chief. Hall previously spent 32 years working in Tucson, Arizona, and most recently worked as assistant police chief. Hall was one of four finalists selected for the job as part of a nationwide search process. "From public feedback to department personnel, it was clear our community wants a leader who demonstrates character, integrity and accountability, brings best practices to the department, and is dedicated to the safety of everyone in our community. Chief Hall is that leader," Brown said in a news release last week. During a community forum last month, Hall said he is an advocate for community-based policing, increased behavioral health services, transparency and a "customer service" approach to law enforcement. "Even now as an assistant chief in a very large city, my business cards have my cellphone on them," Hall said. "I want people to call me." Spokane's former police chief Craig Meidl served in the role for seven years and announced plans to retire shortly after Brown was elected mayor in November last year. (NATE SANFORD)
A new film explores the issue of ranked choice voting
Idahoans will be considering an open primaries initiative this November, which includes a ranked choice voting component. A new film called "Majority Rules" looks at this issue and there’s a sold out special screening on Wednesday, July 17, at The Flicks in Boise, which will include a panel discussion after the film. Former Gov. Butch Otter will be there, as will the director of the film, AJ Schnack.
Mental Health Minute: 988 Hotline celebrates two-year anniversary
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Biden administration is marking the two-year anniversary of the nation’s revamped suicide and crisis hotline and that’s the focus of this week’s Mental Health Minute. It has an easy-to-remember to number, 988, that works like 911. The Department of Health...
Man suspected of killing wife extradited to the United States, booked for first-degree murder
SPOKANE, Wash. — A man accused of killing his wife and fleeing the United States to escape prosecution has been extradited back to the United States and booked into the Spokane County Jail for first-degree murder. The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office said Wahid Kashify is suspected of killing 24-year-old...
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