A Meridian man who shot at and damaged two Idaho hydroelectric dams nearly a year ago was sentenced to probation and ordered to pay restitution to Idaho’s largest utility. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill sentenced 59 year old Randy Vail to five years of probation and ordered him to pay nearly $550,000 to Idaho Power…… MORE
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Boise Airport concessions contract
A news release from the Boise Airport says the Boise City Council will be asked at a meeting in June to approve new contracts for airport concessions operators Paradies Lagardère for retail and Delaware North for food and beverage. Upon approval of the contracts by the City Council, all current food, beverage and retail options…… MORE
Idaho certified May primary results
Idaho election officials have certified the results of Idaho’s May 21 primary election, featuring state legislative and congressional partisan races. The Idaho State Board of Canvassers — composed of Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane, Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth and Idaho State Controller Brandon Woolf — certified the results of the May 2024 primary…… MORE
Idaho Power tips to stay cool this summer
Warmer weather is here, and that can mean increased energy use and higher bills as we cool our homes and businesses. Idaho Power has a few tips to stay cool and manage your summer energy use when it’s hot outside. Close doors, windows, and blinds during the day or when you’re away, especially on the…… MORE
Birds flying into glass high rise buildings
Downtown Boise keeps getting taller but what’s the bird’s-eye view? For birds, the rapid increase in high-rise buildings may pose a threat. The Idaho Statesman reports nearly one billion birds die nationally every year from collisions with glass windows, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and it’s an especially potent threat in cities…… MORE
Nampa has a new dog park with splash pad
The Nampa Parks and Recreation Department has opened Huckleberry Dog Park, a 9.5-acre facility featuring enclosed dog play areas, paved walking loops, water stations, drinking fountains, open spaces, restrooms, and parking. Located on Smith Avenue between Middleton and Midway Road, Huckleberry Dog Park welcomed neighbors, friends, and their pets for its grand opening. CBS2 reports…… MORE
No budget surplus this year in Idaho
The days of record-breaking state budget surpluses appear to be over in Idaho, at least for the time being. With the state approaching the end of its fiscal year on June 30, state revenues came in below projections in April, the most recent figures publicly available. The Idaho Capital Sun reports that for the month…… MORE
Federal money will transform racetrack into park
Garden City’s former horse racetrack is set to transform into a modern park with the help of federal funds. By December, Ada County could begin converting the Les Bois horse racetrack and surrounding facilities into a multi-use park. The Idaho Capital Sun reports the park is set for completion in 2026 and will span 50…… MORE
Idaho car crashes killed 70 so far this year
The Idaho Transportation Department and local police departments kicked off their yearly “100 Deadliest Days” campaign, an annual reminder to Idaho residents of the dangers of distracted and impaired driving. Idaho’s 100 Deadliest Days starts on Memorial Day every year and lasts until Labor Day in September. The Idaho Statesman reports that according to ITD,…… MORE
Boise apartment building caught fire Monday
A fire forced several people from their Boise apartment. Flames started coming from the three-story apartment on the 320 Block of North Allumbaugh Street at 12:45 PM on Monday. Boise Fire says Engine 6 arrived first on the scene and saw smoke and flames coming from the second and third floors of the building. CBS2…… MORE
