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Lawyer for man charged with killing 4 University of Idaho students wants trial moved to Boise
MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) — Lawyers for the man accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students are urging a judge to move his murder trial away from the county, arguing the intense media coverage and public interest in the case make it impossible for him to get a fair trial.
Boise man discovers forgotten female mayoral candidate from 1933
BOISE, Idaho — A female as a mayor. In Boise, that didn't happen until 2019, when Mayor Lauren McClean became the first elected Boise mayor. But imagine trying to run for that position in the 1930s, when very few women worked, and the fight for women's rights was actively going on.
'Epitomized the community spirit': Mehen Memorial Skate Park project receives $10K donation from Brundage Mountain
BOISE, Idaho — A skate park project that memorializes the memory of two New Meadows residents has received a large donation, minimizing the gap to its $600,000 goal. Brundage Mountain officials on Tuesday said General Manager Ken Rider donated a check for $10,000 to the Mehen Memorial Skatepark during the mountain's July 19 summer concert series. The community project honors the owners of the Hartland Inn in New Meadows, Rory and Sara Mehen, who were killed in October 2022.
New sign proposal approved by city planning commission removes cap on billboards
POCATELLO — After taking considerations from residents and businesses, the Pocatello Planning and Zoning Commission approved a revised sign code in a 3-1 vote last week. Since late last year, several meetings have been held to collect community feedback, evaluate potential changes and modernize the code. Work on revising the sign code has gone one since early 2023. Through that data collection process and through listening to feedback in public meetings over the past few months, the Planning and Zoning Commission finally approved a new...
Lucky Peak lake levels drop for Turner Gulch ramp repairs, shortening boating season
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Water levels at Lucky Peak Lake are dropping, so that a 70-year-old boat ramp can get some needed TLC. Craig Quintana, the Public Information Officer at the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, explained that Turner Gulch boat ramp isn't safe. He said, "We didn't have much say in the matter, the Corp needs to do this project, the ramp has become a hazard. It desperately needs the repairs."
Kootenai County Sheriff Offers $10,000 Reward for Evidence in Tort Claim
COEUR D'ALENE - Sheriff Robert B. Norris of Kootenai County has been accused in a tort claim of making derogatory statements towards Pennie Ann Collinson during an April campaign event. The allegations, made in front of approximately 50 people, have been vehemently denied by Sheriff Norris, who asserts that the claims are entirely false.
Old Rite Aid will house expansion for local retailer
A former Rite Aid location in Boise will soon be home to an expanded local retailer. D&B Supply has applied with the City of Boise to remodel its existing store on Boise Ave. at Apple St. in the Eastgate Shopping Center. In the process, crews will expand into the empty Rite Aid store.
Lewis County Sheriff's looking for missing teen
Lewis County Sheriff's Office is investigating a report of a missing juvenile in the Craigmont area. Michealle Debord is 17 years old and she was last seen on July 18th. leaving her home. Police believe she was headed to a friend's house and is possibly in Lewiston. She was last...
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. 
New Houston Hot Chicken restaurant proposed for Mullan Avenue and Highway 41 in Post Falls
On Friday, Post Falls planning division announced a project proposal by Houston Hot Chicken at the intersection of Mullan Avenue and Highway 41. Post Falls would be the restaurant chain's second Idaho location. Last September, Houston Hot Chicken opened a restaurant in Meridian. According to the site plan review, Houston...
A Breach At Milner Canal in Hazelton leaves many farmers concerned
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) —The breach at Milner Canal has left many farmers, like Rick Brune, concerned about the impact on their crops. “Two different farms were affected from the runoff that came through this area because of the breach in the canal,” Brune said. The Big Wood...
Leaders in Learning: Boise Farmers Market Sprouts Club
If you've been to the Boise Farmers Market, you've seen this sign. What you may not know is that the Boise Sprouts Club is completely free - for kids ages 5 to 12!. The Sprouts Kids Club is a program modeled after a national program called “Power of Produce.” Their mission is to educate and encourage children to take part in the local food system and understand the benefits of eating nutritious foods.
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