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Say it ain't snow! Flurries will fall across Idaho into the new year.
Winter weather continues through early Friday morning but by Friday afternoon conditions should clear up. However, temperatures both high and low remain well below freezing. → Read More
Made in Idaho: Locally owned beauty salon will 'blow' you away
A "one-stop-shop" for all things hair. → Read More
Albertsons Boise Open is back with bigger and better fan experiences
Bubba Watson, Xander Schauffele, and Jason Day are just some of the major PGA players to have come from the Korn Ferry Tour. The Albertsons Boise Open is one of the biggest tournaments on the tour and has been for thirty-two years. → Read More
What's in wildfire smoke and how experts say you can protect yourself
Montrose said like other air pollutants, wildfire smoke has thousands of different individual chemicals but particulate matter makes up the most mass in smoke, which is why experts use PM to measure the amount of smoke in the atmosphere at any given time. → Read More
Back to school mask mandates; here's what you need to know
Don't forget your backpack, lunch, and facial coverings? → Read More
Saint Alphonsus cancels 2021 Festival of Trees
Idaho reported 553 new and probable COVID-19 cases Monday. In response the Saint Alphonsus Foundation decided to cancel this years Festival of Trees event. → Read More
ITD's bridge maintenance may impact rush hour commutes
On Monday, construction kicked off on the 11th Avenue overpass in Nampa. Construction runs from 6 a.m to 6 p.m. → Read More
CodeRed: What to know about Ada County Dispatch notification system
First responders want the public to have a safe and informed summer. One of the easiest ways to do that is by signing up for a community notification app. → Read More
Meridian officer's bulletproof vest helps her find Stage 2 breast cancer
Officer Erin Bustos was diagnosed back in March while training with the Meridian Police Department. → Read More
Local law enforcement and the Idaho Humane Society urge you to "look before you lock" this summer
With triple-digit temperatures expected this week, law enforcement agencies and the Idaho Humane Society urge you to leave the pets at home and never leave your kids unattended in a car, even for a minute. → Read More
Treasure Valley YMCA's offering swim lessons to help curb summer drownings
Drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States. It can happen anywhere, any time and to anyone. → Read More
Memorial Day ceremony at the Rock of Honor in Kleiner Park
Across the country, Americans are observing Memorial Day at local parks with events to honor men and women who have lost their lives in the line of duty. → Read More
One Treasure Valley restaurant offering up to $30 an hour to help fill positions
For those needing work, one local restaurant is hiring and offering competitive pay. → Read More
COVID-19 or allergies? Here's what to look for, and why your allergies may be worse this year.
Allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. Boise Valley Asthma and Allergy Clinic said severe symptoms from seasonal allergies are possible as tree and grass pollen increases throughout the valley. → Read More
Rising gas prices financially impact local delivery business
Preparing and delivering healthy meals across the Treasure Valley since 2016, Hailey and Dustin Laub, the owners of MEP Meals are familiar with the ever-changing demands in their industry. But COVID presented unique challenges for the couple. → Read More
Travel experts: rental car demand, rising fuel costs could pump the brakes on summer travel plans
Travel experts say a car rental shortage, sky-high rental prices, and rising fuel costs could impact travel plans. → Read More
My Idaho: Nampa teens charitable efforts recognized by Idaho Education Association
Two Nampa teenagers recently accepted the friend of education award from the Idaho Education Association. This award is given to anyone making a special or unique contribution in education, locally. → Read More
Boise State and Boise VA Hospital working together to help graduates and veterans
Boise State University and the Boise VA Medical Center are working together to provide opportunities to the university nursing school graduates. → Read More
How sourdough saved a baker's buns and boosted business this year
Like many Idahoans unemployment assistance was "nowhere in sight." Going into what she calls "survival mode" she pulled grabbed her old friend, Phyllis, and began baking. → Read More
Boise State hosting 3 in-person graduation ceremonies
Boise State University is hosting three in-person commencement ceremonies this weekend at Albertsons Stadium. The ceremonies will celebrate the class of 2021 and class of 2020. → Read More