Riddle
LATEST NEWS
Mary Fire near Riddle burns 6000 acres
RIDDLE, Idaho — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), said the Mary Fire burning 5 miles northeast of Riddle is at 6000 acres. However, the control date is estimated to be on July 15 by 8 p.m. Officials are asking people to avoid Highway 51. "The Boise District BLM...
Idaho’s Summer Camp for Billionaires Hypocrisy
Summer vacation is almost over for the world's wealthiest people in Sun Valley, Idaho. The yearly Allen & Company get-together will wrap up on Saturday. This year's event could be the most popular one in recent memory, as some have speculated that Boise's airport has been used to handle the overflow of jets to the much smaller Hailey Airport.
See a Wild Turkey? Idaho Fish and Game Wants to Know
Idaho’s Department of Fish and Game’s Turkey Tracker project is bringing turkey surveying to the Gem State. Idahoans will be encouraged to participate in two separate surveys to better understand the wild turkey population in Idaho. A brood survey measuring offspring will be conducted through July and August, while a broader distribution survey will be conducted throughout the year.
Callous Idiots with Fireworks Burn Idaho Business
Morons disregard the warnings. A military surplus store burned overnight in Sandpoint. The owner, Cornel Rasor, posted pictures on his Facebook account, explaining his business was a total loss. Rasor is a Republican Party activist and somewhat of an institution in the panhandle. Imagine celebrating a joyous Independence Day, and...
Coeur d'Alene Mayor Jim Hammond will resign August 31
In his career, Mayor Jim Hammond served on countless commissions and boards. He was a state senator. Principal. City administrator. Councilmember. “I’ve done a lot of things,” he said as he sat in his office at City Hall. “That's kind of at the expense of being home with the kids.”
Chance of thunderstorms with temps down slightly
For Sunday evening and overnight there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63°. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming northeast in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Partly cloudy with a slight thunderstorm risk for...
Lawsuit alleges constitutional rights violations in the officer-involved shooting death of Pocatello man
POCATELLO — A lawsuit filed with the federal court in Pocatello claims a Pocatello Police sergeant violated a man’s constitutional rights when the sergeant shot and killed the man last January. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the estate of Matthew Planer and Planer’s mother, alleges numerous rights...
Montpelier's Cook Customs attracting customers from near and far
MONTPELIER — After five years in business, Cook Customs LLC has found success throughout Bear Lake County and even as far as southern Utah and Wyoming. Miles Cook, owner of the business, said he first started Cook Customs back in 2019. His car detailing business offers several services for cars including ceramic coating, paint corrections and accessory installations. "I've always had an interest in car restoration and classic cars," Cook...
Opening of Kuna Boys & Girls Club a milestone moment in growing community
KUNA — After lacking a permanent home for 18 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Ada County hosted the grand opening of its new Kuna facility on Friday. The building was hailed as a tremendous community effort and a physical symbol of how much the city of Kuna has grown over the years. The city has seen exponential growth in recent decades, embodied in an opening that was attended by dozens of interested community members, with cars spilling out of the parking lot and...
Challenging Questions Remain for Boise’s Spencer Danielson
It won't be long before Boise State football is back in action, and the entire nation will be on the edge of their seats, wondering if the team can be the first non-power four school to qualify for the expanded twelve-team college football playoff. With most college football experts predicting a return to national glory, the anticipation is intense. 
Update: Bench Lake Fire continues, as Durkee and Cow Valley Fires cause evacuations in Oregon
IDAHO, USA — Several wildfires continue to burn across the region. Some of the fires are prompting evacuation notice, while others have people on standby - ready to leave at a moment's notice. These wildfires have only grown over the week, keeping fire bosses on high alert as well.
GRANT COUNTY: Falls Fire sends Izee into Level 2, Seneca into Level 1 evacuations
GRANT COUNTY – Grant County Sheriff Todd McKinley has issued a press release regarding the Falls Fire. See below:. (Press Release from Sheriff Todd McKinley) The Falls Creek fire that is located in northern Harney County in the general vicinity of Yellowjacket Lake appears to be on a slight north eastward path heading towards Grant County.
Lonerock 'mere inches' from devastation from Lone Rock Fire; 2 more counties issue evacuations
The Lone Rock Fire in Gilliam County moved into Morrow and Wheeler Counties Monday, prompting more evacuations alerts. The last official estimate was 20,000 acres burned. Central Oregon Fire Info reports firefighters from Bureau of Land Management-Prineville, Oregon Department of Forestry and the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office worked to protect the community of Lonerock.
Woman drowns in Willamette River near Corvallis, search for body continues
CORVALLIS, Ore. -- A woman drowned in the evening on July 13 while inner tubing on the Willamette River near Corvallis, according to the Benton County Sheriff's Office. Patrol Lieutenant Toby Bottorff reported that the incident occurred after 8 p.m., when three inner tubers were floating downriver from Crystal Lake toward Michael's Landing. The inner tubes, which were tied together, encountered a snag on the Willamette River about 100 yards upstream from the Marys River.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.