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18-Year-Old Dead After Crash Involving Motorcycle and Pickup in Southern Idaho
TWIN FALLS – Idaho State Police are investigating a three-vehicle fatality crash that occurred on Sunday evening in southern Idaho. According to police, at about 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, ISP troopers responded to a three-vehicle crash at 3287 S 1500 E, northwest of Twin Falls. A 36- year-old male from Wendell, Idaho was driving northbound on 1500 E in a 2001 Chevrolet Truck. The Chevrolet was making a left hand turn and struck a 2006 Honda CRF450R motorcycle driving southbound on 1500 E.
Man gets probation for ‘punching, kicking, and pistol-whipping’ woman
POCATELLO — A 54-year-old man was sentenced after pleading guilty to beating and “pistol-whipping” a woman. Allen John Wurzel, 54, was sentenced on Aug. 12 by District Judge Robert C. Naftz to a minimum of three and a maximum of eight years in prison. Naftz then suspended...
Local businesses donate to Meridian family after devastating house fire
A devastating house fire on Saturday, June 29, left a Meridian family of seven, including five children aged 2 to 13, homeless. After spending three weeks in a hotel, the family has now moved into a rental home but continues to face significant financial challenges as they work toward rebuilding their lives. Following the fire, neighbors, friends, and strangers collected clothes for the family, brought them meals, helped them salvage special family photos, and provided physical labor in and around the home. ...
Idaho couple own business that makes Western hats
MERIDIAN (KIVI) — “When I make a custom hat, it’s custom all the way through, it fits one person,” said AJ Townley, co-owner of Whiskey Ranch Hats in Meridian. Townley and his fiance, Ashley, create one-of-a-kind Western hats with shaping, branding and decorating. While Ashley burns designs into flat brim hats, AJ steams and shapes.
Coeur d’Alene Man Convicted of Multimillion Dollar Accounts Receivable Factoring Scheme
COEUR D’ALENE – A federal jury convicted Douglas Worman, 63, of Coeur d’Alene, of 17 counts of wire fraud after a six-day trial, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit today. The jury acquitted Worman of five separate counts of bank fraud. According to court records and evidence presented...
650-acre fire west of Pocatello is fully contained
POCATELLO – A wildfire that burned about 650 acres west of Pocatello Saturday is fully contained, as of 10 p.m. That’s the latest update from the Pocatello Fire Department, which was posted on its Facebook page late Saturday. It started around 4:30 p.m. in the Michaud Creek area.
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEWS: New 'names' plan to carry on the newfound standard at Pocatello
The high school football season in Idaho begins on Aug. 23. So to get you ready, we’re counting down with at least one local team preview every day until kickoff. Up next: Pocatello Thunder 2023 IN REVIEW: 7-3 (first place in 4A South East Idaho Conference)Lost 28-18 to Bishop Kelly in Class 4A state semifinals ...
A catalyst for success: A molten salt researcher’s journey at INL
IDAHO FALLS – Among the impressive nuclear energy scientists at Idaho National Laboratory, Bill Phillips stands out as a particularly gifted molten salt researcher. His journey from intern to staff scientist was marked by unique research findings and growing influence on the scientific community, and clearly illustrates how INL can facilitate a researcher’s development and success.
Re-Addressing of the City of Lapwai
LAPWAI - Residents of Lapwai received a letter in the mail this week regarding their address and the new address that was assigned by Nez Perce County. Enclosed was a Checklist to help assist which entity would be best to reach out to update the new address. When ordering or renewing a drivers license or passport, Residents will need to provide a copy of the letter as proof of the address change. Additional copies can be obtained at Lapwai City Hall.
Boise State’s Playoff Hopes Hang In Balance Amid Uncertain Future
Nothing in life is guaranteed, and in the ever-changing world of college football, change happens seemingly every minute. Most college programs are getting ready for the season, whether they're in the Power Four, the Group of Five, the FSC, or the NAIA. However, a troubling report highlights the pressure on Boise State and the rest of the Group of Five teams. 
Former Madison soccer player Twitchell earns trip to England
REXBURG — Former Madison standout goalie Landyn Twitchell has played soccer ever since she could remember, but this summer may have been the highlight when she earned a trip to play in England. “It was a really cool experience,” she said. “Meeting girls from across the U.S., it was...
Idaho man arrested for murder in 50-year-old cold case
DNA search prompts arrest of Idaho murder suspect in 51-year-old cold case, California police say. Authorities say an Idaho man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a woman in California more than 50 years ago. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office says DNA evidence led investigators to identify 75-year-old Michael Eugene Mullen as a suspect in the death of Nina “Nadine” Fischer in 1973. Mullen was arrested near Salmon, Idaho, on Wednesday. He is being held in jail in Idaho while awaiting extradition proceedings. Mullen’s defense attorney did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment. Fischer was 31 and lived in San Rafael, California, with her husband and young daughter when she was killed.
Should Idaho Start Using AI Traffic Cameras To Catch Speeders?
Sure, traffic cameras are a thing that exist. They've been around for a while, and you've most likely encountered one while driving. Recently, AI cameras were used to detect some vicious wildfires here in Idaho, helping combat the blaze faster than humans alone. That makes sense. But would it make sense to have AI in charge of our traffic laws?
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