The proposed budget for fiscal year 2020 drew criticism from nearly a dozen residents Tuesday night across a variety of topics, including services on the city’s fringes, public safety and spending priorities in general. Many residents stood before council and expressed frustration with planned parks still without amenities, worries about fire station coverage in…… MORE
Close to 100 people gathered in the cafeteria at West Junior High School in Boise on Tuesday evening to discuss whether Idaho should keep its current voter initiative laws, or whether, as lawmakers attempted unsuccessfully earlier this year, those laws should be substantially changed. Luke Mayville, co-founder of Reclaim Idaho, the group that spearheaded…… MORE
Mosquitoes trapped in Gem County have tested positive for West Nile virus. The Southwest District Health Department says mosquitoes were trapped outside of the Gem County Mosquito Abatement District near the Payette County border. Residents are encouraged to take extra precautions to avoid being bitten, such as draining any standing water on your property…… MORE
For the second time in the case of a Boise man accused of raping a woman last year, attorneys Monday gave opening statements before a jury at trial. Zackary Byrd – who is just 18 is charged with rape dating back to September of 2018. The Idaho Press reports, the prosecution says he sexually…… MORE
A health alert has been issued for toxic algae along a 15 mile stretch of the Snake River. The impacted area begins at the BLM’s Canyon Creek/Swede’s Landing area and runs to Idaho Power’s Woodhead Park. Recent samples taken from the water body indicate high concentrations of toxin-producing cyanobacteria – better known as toxic…… MORE
Anyone who wants to give their input on Boise’s budget will have their opportunity this week. The Boise City Council will be holding a public hearing 6 p.m. Tuesday on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2020. This includes funding for new police offices, a tax increase and programs that will address public transportation…… MORE
A body found by kayakers in the Boise River Thursday was identified as the 19-year-old Nampa teenager who went missing in June. Ezekiel Vargas had been missing since June 5th after last being seen in the Boise River. He and friends had been jumping off Star Bridge when he was reportedly swept under the…… MORE
Two people have been sent to the hospital after an early morning fire in southeast Boise. Details are limited, but what we do know is that three people were pulled from the fire near Broadaway and Leadville at about 5 a.m. Neighbors say they saw flames coming from the home. The conditions of those…… MORE
After winning three consecutive collegiate national titles in the women’s 3,000-meter steeplechase, Boise State great Allie Ostrander will forgo her final season of eligibility and turn pro. Ostrander hired agent Ray Flynn of Flynn Sports on Sunday to represent her, and she is in the process of negotiating a professional contract. Flynn told the…… MORE
A Boise man accused of threatening a pregnant woman with an ax and damaging her home was arrested in Boise. Caelin Martin of Boise, lived with the woman and her two sons. The Idaho Press reports, the woman was pregnant with his child. Martin, whom is described as having difficulties with alcohol and anger,…… MORE
Tori D here…before I get into the meat of this, if you or someone you know is struggling with domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text “START” (78278) to Crisis Text Line at 88788. I woke up to my work email buzzing at 6:30AM today, and I opened an email…
Join us Monday, August 22nd at the Western Idaho Fair for Chris Janson! Make sure you get there early because we’ll have a special Pre-Party for the first 75 people at the gate at 5pm catered by Costa Vida, plus your chance to upgrade your seats and win prizes from your favorite Kissin Country Artists!
From pillows to rugs and shot glasses, Wanda June has pretty much everything you need to brighten up your home.
Sam Hunt’s daughter’s name might sound familiar since she shares it with a well known actress.