HUCKLEBERRIES: Like father, like son
Burl C. Hagadone’s death 65 years ago today stunned Coeur d’Alene. Only 49, this newspaper’s former publisher died unexpectedly at his Fort Grounds home early Tuesday morning, Dec. 8, 1959.
Lehigh football arrives in Idaho looking to continue surprising season
When Lehigh football’s charter flight touched down in Idaho early Friday night, the wheels landed with a big bump. And, there have been more than a few bumps along the way for the Mountain Hawks on their surprising run to the Patriot League championship and the second round of the NCAA FCS playoffs.
Father of ex-Cowboys star Leighton Vander Esch arrested for attempted strangulation, police say
Former Dallas Cowboys star Leighton Vander Esch's father was arrested in Idaho early Sunday morning on charges of attempted strangulation.
Learning how to be an Idaho Lawmaker
How do you become an Idaho legislator? First, you win your election in November. Then before the gavel is dropped in January, you're asked to attend a three-day orientation here at the Statehouse.
UB football’s latest potential bowl destinations include return to Bahamas
UB (8-4) completed the regular season Nov. 26 with a 43-7 win against Kent State. It’s UB’s first regular season with at least eight wins since 2018.
Bird flu is racing through farms, but Northwest states are rarely testing workers
On a recent Monday morning, workers began their week on a large poultry farm in Franklin County, Washington, home to over 800,000 chickens.
Watch ‘American Idol’ Champ Iam Tongi Surprise Junior High Orchestra Teacher in Front of Entire School
While delivering strong performances all season, Iam Tongi truly cinched the American Idol season 21 crown with his heart-wrenching performance of “I’ll Be Seeing You.” The 20-year-old reggae singer dedicated the original track to his late father, Rodney, who died a few months before Tongi’s audition.
Car lands on top of home after crash
NAMPA, Idaho (KIVI) - A car landed on the roof of a home after a crash in Idaho. “I was on my way to church when I get this call from my wife. She said, ‘You need to get home. There’s a car on our roof,‘” Biff Eshelman said. He and his wife, Sylvia, are safe and sound after a crash Sunday morning left a car on the roof of their house.
Homeless population faces additional challenges in freezing temps, organizations assist those affected
Boise has a multitude of organizations that help those who experience homelessness, but the demand is growing year to year.
Second fatality reported in U.S. 95 crash near White Bird
WHITE BIRD, Idaho – A second person has died as a result of Friday night’s car crash on U.S. 95 in White Bird. According to the Idaho State Police (ISP), a 63-year-old man, a passenger in one of the vehicles involved, succumbed to his injuries following the crash on Nov. 29.
Fire in Rigby scorches entire house
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – A total loss fire destroys a home in Rigby near Highway 84. Local News 8 spoke with Central Fire Chief, Nic White, who said no one was home at the time of the fire. It happened around 2:00 a.m. starting in the attic.
Vehicle lands on Nampa resident's rooftop following fatal crash
In Nampa, a high-speed crash involving a single vehicle ended with the car landing on a rooftop and one person dead.
Japan’s popular Princess Aiko turns 23 with her future as a royal in doubt
Japan’s popular Princess Aiko has turned 23. She’s taking on more official duties even as her future in the imperial family remains in doubt. Aiko, the only child of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako,
Senegal demands answers as the West African country commemorates a French colonial massacre
On Dec. 1, 1944, likely hundreds of West African riflemen who fought for France during World War II were killed by the French army after demanding their unpaid wages.
Cucumbers recalled in 26 states after salmonella outbreak
Cucumbers distributed to more than two dozen US states and Canada are being recalled after reported illnesses from salmonella contamination.
Dry skies and cool days are consistent the rest of the week
A high pressure ridge will keep things consistent this week with not much a shift. 40's the highs and 20's the lows across the board for the Treasure and Magic Valley's.
College of Southern Idaho basketball teams pick up wins
The College of Southern Idaho men’s and women’s basketball teams each picked up blowout wins on Saturday over Columbia State Community College and Lane Community College.
COLLEGE MEN'S BASKETBALL: Mitchell powers Vandals past UC Riverside
IDAHO ATHLETICS Idaho redshirt freshman guard Kolton Mitchell looks for an open teammate during Saturday's game against UC Riverside at ICCU Arena in Moscow. Mitchell, the former Lake City High star, scored a career-high 16 points and added five assists in an 80-68 win.
Trying to answer my Dad’s question: Why would voters want gerrymandering?
As a Washington member of Congress proposes reforming U.S. elections, voters veered the other way, sharply rejecting most reforms. Do we like our democracy like this?
Game of the Week encore: 6A champ Rigby tops 5A champ Hillcrest
This game report was originally published on Oct. 18, following the matchup of eventual champions — Rigby in 6A and Hillcrest in 5A. It has been selected as an encore for Game of the Week. AMMON — Hillcrest had avoided defeat on its newly minted home turf nearly the entire season.
Boise State forfeits volleyball tournament semifinal against San Jose State, transgender player
The Boise State women’s volleyball team forfeited its semifinal match in the conference finals against San Jose State, whose roster features a transgender player, bringing to a premature close the Broncos’ championship quest amid a battle over fairness versus inclusion in women’s sports.
Festival of Trees brightens Boise Centre, supports cancer care at St. Alphonsus
Thanksgiving Day, the Festival of Trees kicked off its yearly fundraising efforts, and dozens of trees were lit up at the Boise Centre. Entering its 40th year,
Ponderay police ends agreement with animal shelter due to rising costs
The Ponderay Police Department said that they will no longer accept dogs found at-large by the public, following the dissolution of its longstanding agreement with the Better
Shoshone County receives Thanksgiving gift
Last week, Grant Brackebusch with Idaho Strategic Resources (ISR) contacted Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke to tell her that ISR would like to cover the cost of replacing the heating system in the county’s District 1 Road Shop.
CSI basketball to host Wright Physical Therapy Shootout starting on Friday
On Saturday, the women’s team will play Columbia State Community College at 5:00 p.m. while the men will play Lane Community College at 7:00 p.m.
Supporting Local News, and Doctors Taking a Risk
The Abortion Pill Sustainability Fund, a subsidiary of the nonprofit Healthcare Across Borders, offers a way to support doctors risking their safety to offer this essential care, allowing them to reach more women in need.
Idaho Public Television launches substance awareness video contest
In an effort to change attitudes and behaviors about youth substance use, Idaho Public Television’s new awareness campaign, Welcome to the Unaltered State, is inviting Idaho 12-to-18-year-olds to enter a video contest for a chance to win part of $10,
Family members reflect on state and federal judge’s 36-year law career on anniversary of his death
Paul Ezra Rhoades threw his chair at the prosecutor as District Judge Larry Boyle sentenced him to death. It was March 24, 1988 — two months after a jury found Rhoades guilty of murdering Idaho Falls Special Ed teacher Susan Michelbacher a year earlier.
Idaho woman shares her story of how getting wisdom teeth removed led to her cancer diagnosis
An Idaho Falls woman's life changed in an instant when getting her wisdom teeth removed led her to a cancer diagnosis.
Ammi Midstokke: The truth about sweet potatoes
In 1917, the company, Angelus Marshmallows, lobbied to create recipes involving marshmallows to increase their consumption. A collaboration with a cooking magazine and a chef birthed the well-known version of this casserole and for reasons beyond my understanding, no one rioted.
Former Spokesman editor Steve Smith pleads guilty in child exploitation case
Former Spokesman-Review executive editor and University of Idaho media ethics professor Steven Smith admitted in a court hearing Tuesday to sexually exploiting minors and possessing child pornography .
Twin Falls Police investigate shooting
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Twin Falls Police Department is investigating a shooting Wednesday night in the 200 block of 2nd Avenue West that resulted in two people being shot. The incident was reported around 9:34 p.m.
Over the Hill: North Idaho from 5,000 feet
This past weekend, I got the chance to ride shotgun in one of these planes, which fly out of Coeur d’Alene Airport-Pappy Boyington Field in Hayden. As I often share in this column, I’m constantly amazed by the natural beauty of North Idaho.
78-year-old driver hits person on US-95 near Bonners Ferry
Idaho State Police are investigating a crash involving a person who was hit and injured along US-95 in Bonners Ferry.
Northern Lights may brighten Thanksgiving skies in Washington and Idaho
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Northern Lights are expected to add a touch of color to the skies this Thanksgiving and Black Friday. An incoming solar storm is predicted to make the auroras visible over the next two nights in the northern part of the country, including Washington and North Idaho.
Car rolls down embankment near Moscow, kills driver
The driver, who has not been identified by police, was northbound on U.S. Highway 95 when he approached stopped traffic in a construction zone. He swerved, hit a Chevy Silverado in front of him and rolled the car down the embankment, the news release said.