New bandanas blend art and safety to help Idaho farmworkers
BOISE, Idaho — A local non-profit is helping farm workers stay safe in harsh conditions, with a creative twist: safety bandanas. The Idaho Organization of Resource Councils (IORC) partnered with Nampa artist Miguel Almeida to create these protective bandanas. The bandanas feature artwork of a farm worker carrying...
Caldwell passes budget despite animal shelter, railroad funding concerns
In spite of some concerns about the best use of city funds, the City of Caldwell has a new budget for the fiscal year 2026. The Caldwell City Council approved the budget 5-1 at a meeting earlier this month. Caldwell Council Member Diana Register cast her vote in opposition, raising questions about funding for the...
Nampa woman injured in I-15 rollover crash near Idaho Falls
A 66-year-old woman from Nampa was hospitalized following a single-vehicle rollover crash on I-15 in Idaho Falls, last Thursday. The crash happend near mile marker 120.5, where the woman, driving a 2019 Toyota RAV4, was traveling southbound at 11:08 A.M. on August 21. According to the Idaho State Police (ISP), she...
‘If You Give A Child A Book’ helping uplift young readers
Our annual 'If You Give A Child A Book' campaign, in partnership with the Scripps Howard Fund, puts books in the hands of children who lack access. Donate here to support their reading journey!⬇️
Idaho gun group opposes gun restrictions at Caldwell rodeo grounds
Idaho gun group fights Caldwell Night Rodeo weapon restrictions, while organizers defend their 20-year safety policy against mixing alcohol and firearms.
34th annual Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic returns to Ann Morrison Park
The 34th annual Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic will take to the skies over Ann Morrison Park from Wednesday, Aug. 27, through Sunday, Aug. 31. The event is free to attend, and each day offers a different experience — from tethered rides just for kids to the one-night-only spectacular night show. Daily hot air...
Thunderstorms, heavy rain headed to Boise area. Where could there be flooding?
Heavy rains are headed to Boise, putting some areas at risk for flash flooding, weather officials said. “ Moderate/heavy rainfall is possible with stronger storms,” particularly on Tuesday through Thursday, the National Weather Service in Boise said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. “This could lead to flash...
Man arrested after domestic violence incident involving infant in Garden City
🚨A man was arrested early Monday after police say he attempted to strangle his girlfriend and pushed her onto her 2-month-old baby in Garden City.
Meridian police seek help identifying reckless dirt bike rider
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Meridian Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a male rider who has been seen operating an electric dirt bike recklessly in north Meridian. On Thursday, August 21, 2025, at approximately 8:17 a.m., officers observed a male, who appears to possibly be a...
Yogi Bear spotted at Lucky Peak, can’t find ‘pic-a-nic’ basket underwater
BOISE, Idaho — While most humans struggle to dog paddle across a swimming pool without losing their dignity, a local bear casually demonstrated world-class aquatic skills at Lucky Peak Lake on Saturday, leaving witnesses amazed. The furry athlete was captured on video by Haley Carter around noon on Saturday,...
