City of Caldwell grappling with implementation of possible railroad quiet zone
The sound of train horns in Caldwell’s central area along seven railroad crossings that range from 5th Avenue to Ustick Road could soon go away as city officials are in the final stages of implementing a quiet zone with a contractor’s under-budget bid for required safety improvements. The city was scheduled to hold a...
City Club of Boise – Healthcare in Idaho
A myriad of healthcare concerns exist for Idahoans, including doctor shortages, rural healthcare, and impacts from past legislation as well as new legislative initiatives emerging from the statehouse. The City Club heard about the exodus of OB-GYNs from Idaho, Medicaid expansion, rural healthcare, and legislative...
‘Grease,’ ‘Mamma Mia’ Live Spring Musicals Coming To South Idaho
Two of the most successful and beloved musical films ever made will be adapted for the stage this spring, totaling eight productions on the Boise State University campus.
West Ada approves boundary changes that impact hundreds of students
West Ada trustees on Monday approved new school boundaries that will impact 574 students in a district of 38,000. The new Independence Elementary will open this fall to take pressure off the nearby overcrowded Star Elementary on the district’s western edge. That new school is the catalyst for the boundary changes...
Caldwell School Board meets to discuss pedestrian safety
🚸City leaders are in attendance to discuss school safety zone concerns after recent pedestrian crashes near school campuses.
City of Boise’s Pride flag may be fined $2K/day under proposed Idaho bill targeting...
Idaho's House Bill 561 threatens the flying of certain flags at government sites, adding teeth to the Idaho Flag Law that passed in 2025.
Treasure Valley health provider reports a third-party data breach
BOISE, Idaho — A Treasure Valley-based health center has reported that one of its third-party vendors has experienced a data breach, with personal information potentially at risk. Terry Reilly Health Services (TRHS) announced on Monday that cybersecurity experts and law enforcement were immediately notified following...
Nampa Police respond to Columbia High School, suspect accidental alarm
NAMPA, Idaho (CBS2) — The Nampa Police Department reports receiving an alarm activation at Columbia High School, though officers believe it could be an inadvertent alarm. NPD says that officers swept the campus and have given the all clear. NPD says they are following safety protocols and have responded...
Idaho Weather Alert: Warmer-Than-Normal Pattern Brings Increased Rain and Mountain Snow Risk Feb 14–18
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Boise, Idaho – A warmer-than-normal and wetter weather pattern is expected to develop across Idaho heading into Valentine’s Day weekend, increasing the likelihood of rain in lower valleys, heavier snow in...
Coroner identifies the victim of the recent Caldwell Airport plane crash
The coroner's statement indicates that "the cause and manner of the accident have not yet been determined."
