Category Archives: Breaking News

Citizens’ Initiative Bill Clears Committee, Headed to Senate Floor

Citizens’ Initiative Bill Clears Committee, Headed to Senate Floor

Boise (670 KBOI News) – It’s arguably the most controversial piece of legislation making its way through the Idaho legislature, and it’s out of committee and headed to the Senate for amending. Senate Bill 1159 would tighten the requirements for citizens initiatives to make it onto the ballot for voters to give the thumbs up or…MORE

Citizens’ Group Gathering Signatures to Put URA Initiative on Ballot

Citizens’ Group Gathering Signatures to Put URA Initiative on Ballot

Boise (670 KBOI News) – The group pushing for a citizens initiative requiring a vote before the City of Boise can build the multi-million dollar new library and events center, as well as a sports stadium, all downtown, is gathering signatures for its petition. Dave Kangas with Boise Working Together says they actually kicked off the…MORE

Treefort: Bands, Beer, Food, Tech…and Traffic

Treefort: Bands, Beer, Food, Tech…and Traffic

Boise (670 KBOI News) – As you may or may not be aware of, there’s a pretty big event happening in downtown Boise this weekend, so if you’re not a fan of crowds, it might be a good time to visit family or friends out of town. The 8th annual Treefort Music Fest will have thousands…MORE

Vallivue School Bond’s Narrow Victory Stands

Vallivue School Bond’s Narrow Victory Stands

Caldwell (670 KBOI News) – Here’s a story for those of you who think your vote doesn’t count. The recount of the Vallivue School District bond election is finished, and the the initial results stand…the bond passed, by two votes. The Idaho Press is reporting the Canyon County Elections Office conducted the recount Tuesday morning, and…MORE

No CWI Bond Election in May

No CWI Bond Election in May

Nampa (670 KBOI News) – Six months after the first bond was rejected, the College of Western Idaho says it will not ask voters to approve a bond for a new health science building this May. The Idaho Press is reporting the announcement was made by CWI Board Chairman Skip Smyser, who said he’d met with…MORE

Kinner Name Change Denied

Kinner Name Change Denied

Boise (670 KBOI News) – Accused murder Timmy Kinner’s name will not be changed to Eternal Love, says an Ada County judge. According to the Idaho Press, Magistrate Judge Lynette McHenry said Kinner was not at a hearing Tuesday to make his case, and did not request transportation from the Idaho Maximum Security Institution to the…MORE

“Sideboard” Bill Introduced to Add Work Requirement to Medicaid

“Sideboard” Bill Introduced to Add Work Requirement to Medicaid

Boise (670 KBOI News) – Another bill to add so-called “sideboards”, or conditions, to the Medicaid expansion law will be debated in the House Health and Welfare Committee. Nampa Representative John VanderWoude sponsored the new draft bill, just as he sponsored House Bill 249, which was held in committee after an outpouring of public opposition. That…MORE

Bill to Legalize Hemp in Idaho Heads to Senate

Bill to Legalize Hemp in Idaho Heads to Senate

Boise (670 KBOI News) – With time running out for the 2019 legislative session, the Idaho House is lighting a fire under a bill to legalize hemp production. It was just Friday when House Bill 122, sponsored by Representatives Dorothy Moon of Stanley and Caroline Nilsson-Troy of Genesee, cleared Committee to advance to the floor. But…MORE

Boise Wants 100% Renewable Energy Sources by 2040

Boise Wants 100% Renewable Energy Sources by 2040

  Boise (670 KBOI News) – The City of Boise wants your home to be powered completely by renewable sources in 21 years…businesses and government facilities, too. The City is unveiling its renewable energy plan on the City’s website…you can see it, and give the City your two cents, by clicking here. Council President Lauren McLean…MORE

Senate Passes Anti-National Emergency Bill, Risch and Crapo Vote Against It

Senate Passes Anti-National Emergency Bill, Risch and Crapo Vote Against It

Washington DC (670 KBOI News) – The US Senate votes 59-41 to reject President Trump’s declaration of national emergency along the Mexican border. That doesn’t come as much of a surprise to Idaho Senator Jim Risch, who voted against the bill…Senator Mike Crapo also voted against it. Risch says he supports the president because something needs…MORE

Blogs

The Five Coolest Things We Saw at Kids Fair

The Five Coolest Things We Saw at Kids Fair

Kids Fair 2025 was fantastic! We loved seeing you at Expo Idaho, but if you missed it, here are some of the coolest things we saw: 1. Your Amazing Post-It Artwork One of the most unique and interactive displays at Kids Fair was the massive Post-It note mosaic. We loved seeing the creativity of all…

Why February in Idaho Isn’t All That Bad

Why February in Idaho Isn’t All That Bad

February in Idaho gets a bad rap. People complain about the cold weather, the snow, and the short days. But there’s actually a lot to love about February in Idaho. For starters, there’s the snow. Yes, it’s cold, but that just means there’s more snow to play in. And what could be better than a…

Why Country Concerts in Idaho Are So Great

Why Country Concerts in Idaho Are So Great

If you’re a fan of country music, then you know that there’s no better place to see a show than in Idaho. Here are just a few of the reasons why: The Ford Idaho Center in Nampa on a summer evening is absolutely perfect. There’s nothing quite like spending a warm summer evening under the…

Larry Fleet March 1st

Larry Fleet March 1st

Larry Fleet will be at the Knitting Factory March 1st, 2025! Visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00612419E25DD5 to get your tickets!