The Boise State University’s Athletics department is offering free tickets to two upcoming men’s and women’s home basketball games to federal workers who have been furloughed due to the government shutdown. Director of Athletics Curt Apsey says each furloughed worker can get two tickets to the men’s game against Wyoming on Saturday at 2…… MORE
Police are searching for a Boise man whose family and friends haven’t seen him since Saturday. Detectives are trying to find Robert, who was last seen Saturday morning, when he left to go to work in the Parma area, although it is unknown where, exactly, he was headed. His family and friends told police…… MORE
In an effort to decrease Idaho’s suicide rate, the House Health and Welfare Committee on Tuesday introduced a bill urging Idaho’s congressional delegation to support designating a simpler number — 611— to the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline. In a state where suicide rates are among the highest in the nation, bill…… MORE
Two Republican lawmakers are preparing a bill to repeal the section of Idaho’s homicide law that excludes abortion from prosecution and assert that the state has a right to nullify any federal laws or court rulings making abortion legal. Reps. Heather Scott and John Green released a draft copy of their “Idaho Abortion Human…… MORE
Boise State couldn’t overcome another cold shooting night, as Air Force was able to make enough plays to claim the 74-60 win Tuesday night at Clune Arena. Derrick Alston was the game’s high scorer with 24 points. Zach Haney also finished in double figures with 11 points to go with a team-high six rebounds…… MORE
On Monday, hundreds of Boise State University students, community members and elected officials gathered at the Capitol to honor Dr. Martin Luther King and demand inclusion for Idahoans of color, LGBTQ communities, women and other groups that have battled for legal protections throughout American history. The Idaho Press reports, carrying signs and chanting messages…… MORE
Boise residents who want to weigh in on the city budget have an early chance to make their voices heard. The city has launched an online survey at BoiseBudgetSurvey.com to gather feedback on how city services, neighborhood improvement projects, public safety, economic development and other city functions should be funded in the upcoming fiscal…… MORE
Shopko is closing stores nationwide, including its three in the Treasure Valley. CBS 2 News reports, the company is also filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Boise’s Shopko on West Fairview Avenue is set to close March 17, followed by the Broadway Avenue store on April 8th. Nampa’s Shopko will be the final local…… MORE
About $21 million in federal funds have been appropriated to Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington to help keep invasive quagga and zebra mussels out of state waters. The invasive mussels can devastate lakes and rivers, affecting water intakes, agriculture, recreation and more. The Idaho Press reports, to combat this, Northwestern states have banded together…… MORE
The date for the Boise State football team’s 2019 season-opening game against Florida State has been set for Saturday, Aug. 31st. The Atlantic Coast Conference also announced the Broncos and Seminoles will square off at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla., the home of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Bronco fans should note, the game time…… 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.