Man jumps into Boise River after police chase ends near Pamela Baker Park
BOISE, Idaho — A man was pulled from the Boise River early Tuesday after a police chase that began in Canyon County and ended near Pamela Baker Park. The pursuit started shortly after 1 a.m. on September 10, when a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado fled from officers in Canyon County. The chase was temporarily suspended after...
🍔In N Out + Sept 11 + Fall attraction
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Boise police K-9 Unit to be reviewed after dog dragged suspect who was shot
In our Reality Check stories, Idaho Statesman journalists seek to hold the powerful accountable and find answers to critical questions in our community. Read more. Story idea? [email protected]. The Boise Police Department said it will hire an outside expert to evaluate its K-9 Unit after officers used a dog to...
Boise State University receives $2.2 million donation from Hales family
BOISE, Idaho – Randy and Lisa Hales have made a significant contribution to Boise State University Athletics with a $2.2 million donation. This generous gift marks another milestone in their ongoing partnership with the university. "Lisa and I have been longtime supporters of academics," said Randy Hales. "This gift...
Fugitive wanted in violent Idaho robbery caught in Lacey, WA
THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. - A fugitive wanted in connection with a violent robbery in Boise, Idaho, was located and arrested in Lacey on Wednesday night. According to the Thurston County Sheriff's Office, deputies began searching for a suspect who reportedly shot a victim in the stomach during the robbery. At...
ACSO: Man jumps into Boise River to evade capture before arrest
BOISE, Idaho — A 33-year-old man attempted to escape police by jumping into the Boise River early Tuesday morning after a police pursuit ended when spike strips disabled his pickup truck. Shannon Levi was arrested after deputies and officers pulled him from the river using a rope, according to...
Officers recount unusual encounters in trial of ex-Caldwell Sgt. Ryan Bendawald
On Tuesday, prosecutors called three current and former Caldwell police officers to the stand, each describing encounters with the same woman in December 2018.
‘He was scared’: Family advocating for standardized police training after autistic brother gets shot...
NAMPA, Idaho — A Nampa police officer shot a 22-year-old man with autism Friday night after the man called police seeking help because he believed someone was following him, according to the man's family. Ian Glass was shot near 6th Street North and 5th Avenue North after police found...
Boise trustees approve a $30.4 million property tax increase
Boise trustees have OK’d a big increase in the school property tax rate — an estimated 18%. Boise will collect an additional $30.4 million in property taxes this year. School officials say the district needs this money to continue important programs, such as all-day kindergarten and free breakfasts for all K-12...
Maureen Brewer selected as Boise’s new Planning and Development Services director
BOISE, Idaho — Maureen Brewer has been selected by Boise Mayor Lauren McLean to lead the city's Department of Planning and Development Services. The department is in charge of building permits, city code and other aspects of urban planning for the city of Boise, according to a news release.
