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West Valley Humane Society seeking comfy arm chairs for dogs
The West Valley Humane Society is looking for unwanted and comfortable chairs — with a lot of life left in them — to put in kennels for the dogs to use. → Read More
Prescription pill trafficking, counterfeit pills prevalent in local high schools
Local police say prescription pill trafficking is prevalent in local high schools. → Read More
Youth soccer team in Idaho stands united after coach finds racist hate mail on his car
A youth soccer team is stunned after their coach found racist hate mail left on his car windshield, in his own driveway. → Read More
Ada County Coroner counts eight overdose-related deaths in 2018
Statistics show we lose one person every 45 hours in the Gem State to opioid abuse. Ada County leaders are looking to change that by offering a series of educational events to tackle the epidemic head on. → Read More
Firefighters from BLM Boise District, Payette National Forest in California
Firefighters from Idaho’s Bureau of Land Management and the Payette National Forest are on the ground in southern California, helping contain the Thomas Fire. → Read More
Whooping Cough outbreak in Ada County, health care providers on alert
Within the last 90 days, 14 cases of Pertussis -- or Whooping Cough -- have been reported in Ada County, prompting the Central District Health Department (CDHD) to issue an alert. → Read More
Boise businesswoman helping community one package at a time
If you're one of those folks who's already begun tackling your Christmas wish list, a Boise businesswoman is offering a way to safeguard your holiday mail. → Read More
Local agencies revise snow response plans ahead of winter weather
More than 39 inches of snow fell in Boise -- double the city's average snowfall; and in McCall and Cascade, more than 100 inches of the white stuff. → Read More
$1 million grant helps tackle over-incarceration at Ada County Jail
Officials are hoping a $1 million grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation will help reduce Ada County Jail's average daily population by 15 percent over the next two years. → Read More
Ada County Coroner identifies one of two Meridian house fire victims
It may be four to six weeks before we learn the identity of a man who reportedly broke into a south Meridian farmhouse last week, exchanged gunfire with deputies, and later died after the house was set afire, according to Ada County Coroner Dotti Owens. → Read More
Names of officers involved in Wednesday's gun battle in Meridian released
The Ada County Sheriff's Office has released the names of the two officers involved in Wednesday night's gun battle -- Deputy Chris Matkin and Kuna Police Officer Sage Hickam. → Read More
Boise City Council moves forward with sports park proposal
The creation of a sports park in downtown Boise is one step closer to becoming a reality. On Tuesday, Sept. 26, the Boise City Council voted to move forward with a formal planning effort for the project, which would settle into the city's River District neighborhood. → Read More
As influenza hits the Treasure Valley, doctors brace for significant flu season
With a handful of influenza cases already reported in the Treasure Valley, doctors are encouraging getting the flu shot as soon as possible. → Read More
Boise Police partner with Bike Index to help protect bikes
Boise Police are partnering with a national database to help return stolen bikes in the Treasure Valley. → Read More
Financial assistance for BSU students affected by hurricanes
When tragedy strikes, it can often be difficult to continue your education. At Boise State University, an emergency assistance fund is helping students affected by natural disasters, like Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. → Read More
High praise for Interfaith Sanctuary, Parks & Recreation employment program
The City of Boise has nothing but high praise for a special crew in the Parks and Recreation Department. For the last four months, a group of 10 homeless people have been working as city employees through a unique program. → Read More
Instacart arrives in Boise, signaling delivery service trend in valley
A popular grocery shopping and delivery service has made its way to the Treasure Valley. From Meridian to Idaho City, Instacart's delivery area covers more than 127,000 homes, bringing groceries on demand. → Read More
ITD: make sure vehicle is in good working order before traveling for eclipse
The total solar eclipse will increase the total number of vehicles on the road. With thousands expected to travel on Idaho roadways, experts have a message for drivers. → Read More
Weiser businesses prepare for influx of eclipse tourists
The solar eclipse, taking place in just under three weeks, is turning into a Mother Nature money-maker for towns in the path of totality. And from t-shirts to treats, it's safe to say Weiser has eclipse fever. → Read More
Reclassification proposal based on socioeconomic status denied by IHSAA
A proposal to shake up the classification system for high schools across the state has been denied. The Idaho High School Activities Association (IHSAA) unanimously voted against the proposal during its meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 2. → Read More