Asked to be HP CEO, he chose Boise instead. LaserJet pioneer Dick Hackborn dies
Richard A. Hackborn of Boise died earlier this month. He was 88. Hackborn, who went by Dick, was a key figure in the history of Hewlett-Packard, particularly when it comes to the tech giant’s significant history in Boise. Hackborn started with the Palo Alto firm in 1968 in its...
Monsoon Flow Will Bring Thunderstorm Potential
CBS2 Boise — The clouds that you have seen over the Treasure Valley this weekend is evidence that a monsoon flow is moving up from the south. Normally, we love the idea of moisture in our dry region. The only problem is that this moisture brings with it the potential for thunderstorms which means a chance of...
Special Olympics athletes compete in the Southwest Regional Games in Meridian
“I love it. It gets me out in the community,” said Special Olympics athlete Alexis Schimmelpfennig. She placed in the top three in Bocce Ball!
Boise Bicycle Project launches Boise’s first traffic garden
BOISE, Idaho — The Boise Bicycle Project is completing installation of Boise’s first traffic garden in Ann Morrison Park. The traffic garden is a miniature version of a real street system, designed to help kids and families practice walking, biking, and rolling safely on a car-free safety course. The traffic garden...
Boise, Idaho Weather: Showers and Storms Threaten Travel on I-84 Through Midweek
Boise, Idaho – Drivers in southwestern Idaho should brace for slick commutes and storm delays Monday evening as thunderstorms develop across the Treasure Valley. Travel along I-84 may become hazardous during heavy downpours, with the potential for localized flooding and reduced visibility. Residents are urged to...
Training for one of the many duties of a firefighter
NAMPA, Idaho (CBS2) — Fire departments from the Treasure Valley, including Meridian, Boise and Eagle, got together at Oldcastle Infrastructure in Nampa to use their rubble pit to practice what to do in the scenario of a rescue in a collapsed structure. This is all part of the valley-wide technical rescue team.
Squirrel Attacks Burglar In Idaho
A brave squirrel attacks a burglar breaking into his family’s home – preventing the burglar from getting into their gun safe. In the quiet town of Meridian, Idaho, a unique tale of heroism unfolds, starring none other than a pet squirrel named Joey. Who would’ve thought a squirrel could turn into a local hero? Let’s...
Motorcyclist hospitalized following crash near Nampa
NAMPA – A motorcyclist was rushed to the hospital following an early morning crash near Nampa. It happened at 12:34 a.m. on ID Highway 45 at mile marker 22 in Canyon County, according to a news release from Idaho State Police. The driver of a 2026 Triumph motorcycle, a...
Get PragerU’s bogus content out of Idaho’s school curriculum | Opinion
PragerU As a scientist working in industry, I’m deeply concerned about the infiltration of PragerU content into public education. Despite its name, PragerU is not a university, it’s a media outlet pushing politically charged narratives disguised as educational material. Its videos routinely distort history, deny...
Warbird Roundup set to draw thousands in Nampa this weekend
NAMPA, Idaho — The 23rd Annual Warbird Round-Up is expected to attract thousands of visitors from across the Pacific Northwest this weekend, potentially making it the largest event yet, according to organizers. The event will feature a range of attractions, from the Heritage Flight to a new exhibit on...