Complaints say Giddings fell short of high standards expected of a representative

There is more information available today about the ethics complaints filed against Rep. Priscilla Giddings. The Idaho Press reports – more than a third of Idaho House members have accused Rep. Giddings of engaging in behavior that’s “detrimental to the dignity and integrity of the House.” Two recent ethics complaints say Giddings fell short of…MORE

Ada County Coroner releases identity of woman shot in Nampa

Following up on a story we told you about last week, as a Nampa woman has now been identified after being shot and killed last week. The Ada County Coroner’s Office identified the woman as Dawn Simpson. Last Friday, authorities say they were called to investigate a trespassing complaint on Teakwood Drive in Nampa. When…MORE

House Ethics Committee to hold hearing over complains against Rep. Giddings

The House Ethics Committee has received two complaints against Rep. Priscilla Giddings, alleging conduct unbecoming of a representative. The ethics committee conducted a preliminary investigation and found probable cause does exist that misconduct may have occurred regarding a portion of each complaint. The Idaho Press reports, one complaint was filed by a mix of Republicans…MORE

Orange Air Quality Advisory for Southwest Idaho and the Treasure Valley

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued an Orange Air Quality Advisory for southwest Idaho and the Treasure Valley because of high pollutant levels associated with smoke impacts. The “orange” category is unhealthy for sensitive groups, according to the Department. Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the elderly and those with respiratory problems.…MORE

Boise State to sell alcohol at Albertsons Stadium during football games

Boise State is no longer a dry campus. Boise State announced on Monday, they will sell alcohol inside the general seating areas of Albertsons Stadium for football games this fall. Details on brands and prices were not included in Monday’s announcement, but Boise State confirmed acohol will be available at kiosks throughout the stadium, and…MORE

Fire destroys home in Boise

Two people suffered potentially life-threatening injuries after a fire destroyed a Boise home early Monday. Boise Fire is investigating what caused the house fire in southwest Boise that destroyed the home and left multiple people injured. Flames broke out at a home on the 10000 block of Huntwood Drive just after 2 a.m. on Monday…MORE

Bootleg fire grows to over 303,000 acres in size

The Bootleg Fire continues to burn, approximately 11 miles northeast of the town of Sprague River. This is the fire that has been belching smoke into the Boise area. As of late Sunday night, the fire has grown to over 303,000 acres in size and is still just 25% contained. They are still expecting a…MORE

Boise State football single-game tickets go on sale today (Monday)

Single-game tickets for the 2021 Boise State football season will go on sale to the general public today (July 19) at 9 a.m. Ticket prices start as low as $25 for general admission in the north end zone, and a discounted rate for both juniors and seniors is available. All ticketing options can be purchased…MORE