Idaho raid shows shocking disregard for everyone’s safety — including our children’s
A community’s first responsibility is to keep its children safe. Every young person deserves the chance to learn, to play, and to trust that the adults around them are looking out for their wellbeing. When that promise is broken, the consequences echo far beyond childhood. Trauma caused by abuse, instability, and...
Ada County launches ‘Aware Care,’ expanding emergency registry access
Ada County 911 Dispatch has rebranded the Ada Registry for the Vulnerable Population to "Aware Care," expanding the voluntary registry to support anyone who may need extra help during emergencies.
Victim has ‘no ill will’ toward assailant in ‘horrific’ Boise stabbing case
A “psychotic break” led to a stabbing last year that nearly left a Boise woman dead, and an Ada County judge took the assailant’s mental health into consideration when handing down a sentence this week. Farida Joel Mathew, 24, was sentenced to a maximum of 10 years in prison on a felony aggravated battery charge,...
It’s time to ‘celebrate.’ This original vendor just closed at Boise’s food hall
One of the original vendors at the Warehouse Food Hall closed after a final day Sunday. But there’s no need for regulars to shed any tears. As Wok N’ Roll posted on Instagram , “we want to celebrate with you!” The Asian concept is moving across the street. Exiting the Warehouse, Wok N’ Roll plans to open its own...
Interfaith community holds vigil for immigrant families, Wilder raid
BOISE (Idaho Statesman) — More than 50 people gathered in the rain under umbrellas Saturday for a vigil condemning the actions taken by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at a Wilder community horse track on Oct. 19. The vigil was held by the Interfaith Coalition of the Treasure Valley,...
Here’s When Boise Can Expect the First Snowfall of Winter 2025
A powerful atmospheric river is moving into Idaho this weekend, bringing rain, wind, and higher-elevation snow. Here’s when Boise could see flakes fly.
Betty the Washerwoman makes history as a recognized historic landmark
Betty the Washerwoman has been washing clothes since the 1950's. Betty stands tall over Vista Avenue and is by far one of the most well known figures on the Boise Bench. Betty has survived motor breakdowns, vandals and changes in ownership. Now she faces Boise's Historic Preservation Commission. The commission...
Boise Woman Sentenced for Home Invasion in the North End Neighborhood
A Boise woman, Farida Joel Mathew, aged 24, has been sentenced to ten years in prison following a violent home invasion that occurred in 2024 and left another woman with serious injuries. The ruling was delivered on Thursday, October 23, by Ada County District Judge Richard Greenwood, who described the assault as a...
Mother says she couldn’t care for her 3-year-old while zip-tied during Wilder raid
A Wilder woman says she was unable to care for her 3-year-old son as she was zip-tied during Sunday's federal raid in Wilder. During the law enforcement operation, agents took her father into ICE custody. He was just one of 105 people detained by ICE.
Herd of cows takes late-night stroll through Boise
🐄About 100 cows were spotted wandering through Boise around 1 a.m. Monday morning. The owner was finally located and brought a trailer to round them up at roughly 5 a.m.
