The first Idahoan charged in connection with the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot has pleaded guilty. Josiah Colt, a Treasure Valley resident, pleaded guilty today (Wednesday) to one felony count of obstruction of an official proceeding. The hearing in a Washington, D.C., federal court took place virtually, with Colt and his attorney appearing from Idaho.…… MORE
Boise refugee shot by police charged with lewd conduct and assault
The Somali refugee shot by Boise police at the end of June was charged with a litany of crimes on Wednesday. Mohamud Hassan Mkoma, who was first identified by police on Wednesday more than two weeks after the June 27 shooting that left him hospitalized, was charged with felony counts of lewd conduct with a…… MORE
New plan sets Idaho’s steps to improve behavioral health care
Changes are coming to Idaho’s behavioral health system with the release of a long-awaited strategic plan. Members of the Idaho Behavioral Health Council in recent days presented the council’s first strategic plan to Gov. Brad Little, Idaho House and Senate leadership and the Idaho Supreme Court. The plan covers state actions through 2024 and is…… MORE
Bootleg fire grows to over 201,000 acres in Southern Oregon
The Bootleg Fire burning in Southern Oregon has grown again to 201,000 acres. That’s the fire that continues to blow smoke into the Treasure Valley. In less than one week, the fire has burned an area larger than Portland, Eugene and Salem combined. Fire officials say strong winds were the main reason behind the fire’s…… MORE
Bantu community protests outside Boise City Hall
Members of the Bantu community and others protested outside of Boise City Hall Tuesday to demand accountability after the police shooting of Mohamud Hassan Mkoma last month. Around 25 people lined up along the front grass of City Hall, with signs calling for “Better Communication” or suggesting “Solution DON’T SHOOT.” The Idaho Press reports, in…… MORE
Governor Little announces emergency declaration due to wildfires
Gov. Brad Little announced an emergency disaster declaration due to wildfires within Idaho. Idaho Department of Lands Director Dustin Miller said the emergency order applies to all lands protected by the Idaho Department of Lands, which enables the Idaho National Guard to assist in fire suppression. Idaho Department of Lands Fire Management Chief Josh…… MORE
USDA to provide pandemic assistance to livestock producers for animal losses
Livestock and poultry producers who suffered losses during the pandemic due to insufficient access to processing can apply for assistance for those losses and the cost of depopulation and disposal of the animals. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Vilsack announced the Pandemic Livestock Indemnity Program (PLIP) at the National Pork Industry Conference in…… MORE
ACHD invites public input on budget and future plans
The Ada County Highway District is inviting residents to get a first glimpse at the agency’s 2022-2026 Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) and learn about the draft 2022 budget at a public meeting Thursday,( July 15th). The draft 2022 budget, an estimated $155M spending plan, includes projects to increase safety and mobility and provides…… MORE
Stage 1 fire restrictions for Central Idaho
Due to the extreme fire danger, interagency fire management officials in east-central Idaho are implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions. The Central Idaho Fire Restrictions Area encompasses all Forest Service within the Salmon-Challis National Forest (outside of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness), Bureau of Land Management (BLM)–Salmon and Challis Field Offices, along…… MORE
Hiring Event scheduled for today in Boise
If you’re looking for work, you should not have too hard of a time finding something. Local small business owners and big chains alike are grappling with the current labor shortage. To help fill those jobs, the Idaho Department of Labor is hosting a multi-employer hiring event (TODAY) Tuesday, at the Boise Holiday Inn…… MORE
