NEW THIS MORNING: Saturday, Oct. 19
Last year, a grand jury indicted Martin on the charges, which stemmed from the night of Nov. 18, 2022.
Idaho issues execution warrant for inmate who survived a botched attempt
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho prison officials will attempt to execute the state’s longest-serving death row inmate next month using new protocols after botching the first attempt several months ago. A judge issued a death warrant for Thomas Eugene Creech ...
Idaho Virtual Academy Named 2024 Cognia School of Distinction
Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA) has been recognized as a 2024 Cognia™ School of Distinction, a program which recognizes preK–12 education institutions that exemplify excellence in education and service to learners.
Idaho officials are finding fewer invasive quagga mussels – and dead fish – in Snake River
Officials in Idaho say they are seeing fewer quagga mussel larvae and fewer dead fish compared to last year as they finish the second week of administering a copper chemical in the Snake River in an attempt to eliminate the invasive mussels.
Idaho says it will try again to execute prisoner who survived first botched attempt
Idaho plans to execute a 74-year-old man - the state’s long-serving death row prisoner - next month after officials botched his first execution.
Grab a jacket and umbrella we aren't done with the rain just yet
It's gonna be a great Thursday Idaho! I've got the latest updates on rain, a cold front, and what the weekend looks like ahead.
A teen boy from Idaho Falls is missing
The Idaho Falls Police Department treats it as a runaway case, but they are still investigating and want to locate the boy. If you know of Hunter's whereabouts, contact the Idaho Falls Police Department at (208) 529-1200.
Idaho in the Movies series starts Thursday
The Hailey Public Library is launching a new monthly series called Idaho in the Movies, with free screenings on the third Thursday of each month. The first film will be
State of Idaho Schedules New Date for the Execution of Thomas Creech
The warrant schedules the execution for November 13 at 10:00 a.m. Creech was moved to a cell in the Idaho Maximum Security Institution’s F-block, where the execution will take place. The department has procured the chemicals necessary to carry out an execution by lethal injection.
World-renowned snow and motorcycle apparel company based in eastern Idaho is celebrating 25 years of business
Do you want to know what’s happening in the eastern Idaho business scene? We’ve got you covered. Here is a rundown of this week’s business news across the valley. BIZ BUZZ RIGBY After 25 years of operation,
Northern Arizona vs. Idaho State Preview, Stats, How to Watch - Oct. 19
Preview the Week 8 college football Northern Arizona Lumberjacks vs. Idaho State Bengals game with stats, game information and how to watch links.
Idaho is not immune from racism
It would be lovely if racism did not exist in Idaho, as claimed by Sen. Dan Foreman, R-Viola, last month. However, Idahoans of color say they are frequently the targets of both intentional and unintentional racism.
Endangered big cat caught in a suburban neighborhood
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. (WLS) - A potentially dangerous prowler in a Chicago suburb neighborhood was finally captured Tuesday, only this suspect happens to be a rare, endangered large cat. A caracal was captured by Hoffman Estates police after prowling the neighborhood near Hilldale Golf Club.
Pedestrian struck and killed by a vehicle at a crosswalk in downtown Twin Falls
At around 7:30 this morning a pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle while walking across the street at a crosswalk in downtown Twin Falls.
Part of South Meridian Road closed following semi collision with power pole
A collision involving a semi and power pole closed traffic and knocked out power along South Meridian Road late Wednesday morning.
Failed execution attempt gave death row prisoner a reprieve. Idaho will try again soon
A day after Idaho prison’s system advised that it is again ready to perform a lethal injection, an Ada County judge issued the latest death warrant for Thomas Creech, the state’s longest-serving death row prisoner,
Idaho State University to host massive music festival for local high schools this week
Every thing works better with a soundtrack. ‘Halloween’ is the most recognizable scary movie, not because of Michael Myers, but because of the ear-catching score. The same can be said of ‘Jaws’ and ‘Jurassic Park.
Cal Poly vs. Idaho Football Prediction & Game Preview - Oct. 19
Preview the Cal Poly Mustangs vs. Idaho Vandals college football matchup, with score predictions, stats, and game information.
Idaho water negotiations continue after deadline passes
Water negotiations between Idaho farmers are continuing after Gov. Brad Little’ s Oct. 1 deadline passed without a new mitigation plan between surface water users and groundwater users.
‘Fumbling is not failing,’ Sunday School counselor — and former NFL player — teaches at BYU–Idaho devotional
Brother Gabriel W. Reid, second counselor in the Sunday School general presidency and former NFL player, taught students at BYU–Idaho how to overcome life's fumbles.
2 people escape after plane crashes into Idaho lake, officials uncertain if aircraft will be removed from water
The following is a news release from the Blaine County Sheriff’s Office. On Sunday, Oct. 13, at approximately 11:40 a.m., Blaine County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of an aircraft crash at Pettit Lake in northern Blaine County.
Failed execution of Thomas Creech leads Idaho Dept. of Corrections to change procedure
The Idaho Department of Corrections made changes to its execution chamber and procedures following the failed execution of convicted killer Thomas Eugene Creech.
OPINION: Idaho voters face a stark 'them-or-us' choice in November
Bryan Smith, an ultra-right Republican and vice chair of the extremist Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF), understands that the Open Primaries Initiative (OPI) will break the stranglehold his hardline branch of the GOP has over who gets elected to public office in Idaho.
Idaho agency defunds suspected whistleblower, supports nonprofit accused of Medicaid fraud
After two human trafficking victims filed complaints claiming they were exploited by an Idaho nonprofit, the state’s victim assistance agency kept sending the organization money. And after InvestigateWest published a series of articles describing how the organization,
Idaho Department of Correction creates execution preparation room after failed lethal injection
The state of Idaho has renovated the F Block unit at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution south of Boise to create a new execution preparation room, the Idaho Department of Correction announced Tuesday.
New cell phone waiting lot opens at the Boise Airport, tripling parking spots available
A new cell phone waiting lot is now open at the Boise Airport. The new lot is about 2 miles, or a 5 to 7-minute drive from the terminal, and has 50 spots instead of the 15 the old parking area had.
Boaters rescue two people after plane crashes into Pettit Lake
The Blaine County Sheriff's Office says boaters on Pettit Lake rescued two people after their plane crashed into the lake on Sunday.
Idaho Department of Corrections updates execution protocols after failed attempts
The Idaho Department of Corrections issued new procedures and protocols for executing inmates after the botched execution attempt of Thomas Creech in February.
Filer City drafts a new comprehensive plan for 2025
Pedrow oversees zoning and planing for the city of Filer. She says state law requires cities to prepare and maintain a current comprehensive plan... and the one for filer hasn’t been updated since 2009.
Jen Estes is Big Sky soccer player of the week for first-place Montana
Estes was named the Big Sky Conference offensive player of the week on Tuesday after a big performance vs. Idaho.
Juvenile in custody after police response puts Rocky Mountain High School on 'hall check' in Meridian
Students at Rocky Mountain High School in Meridian were put on a ‘hall check’ briefly Tuesday morning, remaining in their classrooms while police pursued a juvenile suspect near the school.
Fire in vacant Union Block building in downtown Boise investigated as possible arson
A weekend fire in the vacant Union Block building in downtown Boise is being investigated as a possible arson.
Important election deadlines Idaho voters should look out for
IDAHO — Idaho will start collecting votes next week as election day approaches. Election Day is Nov. 5, and polling locations are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Where you vote will depend on where you live, but if you cannot submit your ballot on Tuesday, there are other ways you can do your civil duty.
Missed out on the northern lights? Scientists expect more solar storms to produce auroras
Space weather experts say expect to see more northern lights in unusual places as the sun continues to sizzle.
Incumbent District 32 Rep. Wendy Horman being challenged by Democrat Cecile Perez
Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, is facing a Democratic opponent in her re-election bid for District 32, seat B. Her challenger is Cecile Perez. The seat is a two-year term. District 32 encompasses the rural part of western Bonneville County.
Concerns raised about Idaho’s new public defense system after exodus in public defenders
Many people charged with felonies in Idaho remain in jail because they cannot afford bail, making free and timely access to communicate with a public defender crucial to their future in the criminal justice system.