Wyo. National Guard to Build Facility in Afton
(AFTON, ID) – The Wyoming National Guard has announced plans to build a $13.6 million readiness center in Afton. The facility, which will include a 12,000 square foot storage building, will replace the Lincoln County armory and provide key resources in the event of a disaster. Officials hope to have a contractor selected by September. [...]
Pit Bulls Could Be Adopted
(BOISE, ID) – About a dozen pit bulls taken from a murder scene earlier this month will be eligible for adoption in the next few weeks. The Idaho Humane Society is still in the process of screening more than 60 animals that were used in an illegal dog fighting ring in Holbrook, about 20 miles [...]
City Council Rejects Anti-Discrimination Ordinance
(POCATELLO, ID) – The Pocatello City Council has rejected an amended version of an anti-discrimination ordinance. In a 4-3 vote, council members voted down the controversial measure, which would’ve targeted those who “willfully commit” discriminatory acts. The ordinance would’ve also provided protections using language that included gender identity, sexual orientation, or expression. Opponents say the [...]
Labrador Fighting Executive Power For Natl. Monuments
(BOISE, ID) – U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador has reintroduced a bill that would require congressional approval before the president creates new national monuments. Federal law gives presidents the sole power to set aside certain lands for protection, such as Craters of the Moon. Labrador says that the president shouldn’t create new monuments without congressional oversight. [...]
Electrical Fire Forces Evacuation of Century High
(POCATELLO, ID) – An electrical fire prompted an evacuation at Century High School Wednesday. Investigators say an amplifier in the band room caught on fire just before 1 p.m. Crews were able to put out the fire within a few minutes, and most students were able to return to their classes. No injuries were reported.
Idaho Falls Schools Dealing With $4 Million in Cuts
(IDAHO FALLS, ID) – Idaho Falls School District 91 is one of several districts across the state struggling to make ends meet. Administrators tell KIDK that the district will have to make cuts of up to $4 million for the next school year. Superintendent George Boland says it’s the third major reduction in spending the [...]
Murder Suspect Made Jail Weapon
(IDAHO FALLS, ID) – A Blackfoot man charged with the murder of Kristy Aschilman in January is facing additional charges after he made a weapon in the Bonneville County Jail. 23-year-old Adan Arroyo was arraigned Wednesday on felony charges vandalism and possession of contraband. Authorities say Arroyo, along with two other inmates, fashioned makeshift knives [...]
Wilson Speaks Out About Horse Abuse
(IDAHO FALLS, ID) – A Bonneville County woman accused of neglecting dozens of horses, allowing some to starve to death, is speaking out about the animal neglect charges against her. Sharon Wilson, who owns a farm south of Ucon, says she feeds her horses twice a day and doesn’t deserve any fines or jail time. [...]
Coroner Points to Carbon Monoxide For Deaths
(OROFINO, ID) – A coroner in northern Idaho is pointing to carbon monoxide as the cause of five deaths in Orofino last weekend.Clearwater County Coroner Will Rambeau says a slow burning fire allowed carbon monoxide to fill the home, killing two adults, three teenagers, and two dogs in their sleep. At least two smoke [...]
State Board Approves Tuition Hike
(BOISE, ID) – The state Board of Education has approved a tuition hike for Idaho’s public universities. Students at Idaho State will see a tuition increase of 4.5 percent this fall, while students at Boise State will face a 6.9 percent increase. Officials say the adjustment will raise an additional $10.6 million in [...]
Idaho Business Leader Garners Large Support for Immigration Legislation
(IDAHO FALLS, ID) — As the new immigration legislation is proposed in Washington DC this week, supported by both sides of the aisle, the bill has won considerable praise and the support of Idaho Falls businessman Frank VanderSloot. The CEO of Melaleuca Wednesday shared his thoughts with like-minded support from Idaho’s business and educational leaders [...]
Reports of an Arrest Made in Bombings are Premature
(BOSTON, MA) – “Contrary to widespread reporting, there have been no arrests made in connection with the Boston Marathon attack,” the FBI said in a statement. “Over the past day and a half, there have been a number of press reports based on information from unofficial sources that has been inaccurate. Since these stories often [...]
An Arrest IS Made in Boston
(BOSTON, MA) – A law enforcement official briefed on the investigation says a suspect has been taken into custody in the Boston Marathon bombings. The official spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday. The official was not authorized to divulge details of the investigation. The official says the suspect is expected in [...]
An Arrest is Imminent in the Boston Bombings
(BOSTON, MA) – Authorities are close to identifying a suspect in the deadly Boston Marathon bombing, an official in Boston told ABC News. ABC News’ Boston affiliate, WCVB, reported a source had said a suspect has already been identified and an arrest is imminent. Surveillance video taken from cameras at a Lord & Taylor along [...]
Nine South Fremont Students Charged in Drug Bust
(ST. ANTHONY, ID) – Nine South Fremont High School students have been arrested on felony drug charges. Police say 18-year-olds Antonio Hernandez and Jakob Torres, along with seven unidentified minors are accused of selling small quantities of marijuana over a period of several months. All nine suspects were busted at school on Tuesday, though officials [...]
Woman Stabs Man With Steak Knife
(POCATELLO, ID) – A Pocatello woman has been jailed without bond after police say she stabbed a man in the chest with a steak knife early Monday. Twenty-six-year-old Whitney Smiddy was charged with felony aggravated battery for allegedly stabbing Mike Burnham during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred at an apartment along Industrial Lane. Police [...]
Ex-Vice Principal Admits to Sex With Students
(BURLEY, ID) – A former Burley High School vice principal has admitted to having illicit sexual contact with at least two students. 41-year-old Tara Bagley faces charges of sexual battery for being involved in sexual relationships with two female students over a period of 18 months, which began in July 2011. Bagley fled the state [...]
Police Warn About Power Scam
(IDAHO FALLS, ID) – Police are warning local residents about a scammer threatening to cut off electricity if people don’t make a payment. At least two area businesses were the latest targets, and both businesses immediately recognized the scam and contacted authorities. Police caution that people should use the utmost caution when anyone attempts to [...]
Treatment for Addiction Could Expand in Idaho
(BOISE, ID) – An estimated 13,000 Idahoans struggling with addictions to alcohol or drugs could be eligible for treatment under the country’s new health care overhaul. The number being treated could double if the state allows a Medicare expansion, but lawmakers are reluctant to boost benefits for low income residents without the revenue to support [...]
No Idahoans Injured in Boston Blasts
(BOISE, ID) – Of the 90 Idahoans participating in the Boston marathon Monday, none were injured by the explosions. Fifty-four-year-old Cindy Fazzio of Kuna finished the race only 15 minutes before the incident, and was only 200 yards away when the bombs went off. Fazzio says that while many people were tired after the race, [...]