A 270-unit apartment complex is coming to southeast Boise, near the intersection of Gowen Road and Federal Way. Before attaining approval, the developer, first had to hurdle an appeal by concerned neighbors. However, the council unanimously denied the appeal – essentially giving the approval of the apartment complex – while adding several design conditions to…… MORE
Canyon County DMV back open Thursday
Several people went home yesterday frustrated at the DMV in Canyon County. The CC DMV was unable to process most transactions on Wednesday. CBS 2 News reports the problem was due to a connection issue with the Idaho Transportation Department network. The ITD network connection was restored and you should be able to get…… MORE
Chad Daybell pleads ‘not guilty’ at arraignment hearing
EastIdahoNews reports Kay Woodcock was not expecting to become so emotional during Chad Daybell’s arraignment Wednesday morning. Woodcock traveled from Louisiana to St. Anthony on the one-year anniversary of her grandson, Joshua “JJ” Vallow, being found buried in Daybell’s backyard with his sister, Tylee Ryan. The grieving grandmother sat on the first row of the courtroom…… MORE
Ada County Parks and Waterways announces official start of Boise River float season
The 2021 float season is almost here. Barber Park parking fees, equipment rentals, shuttle service and snack shack will be operational starting Tuesday, June 15th. Ada County Parks and Waterways made the announcement Wednesday afternoon. CBS 2 reports the new Barber Park Plaza, including designated launch areas, will remain closed for construction until Saturday,…… MORE
Idaho’s booming economy blows past projections, paving way for more tax relief, investments in education
At a press conference in Coeur d’Alene today, Governor Brad Little announced Idaho’s economy and state budget continue to strengthen, paving the way for even more tax relief for Idahoans and added investments in education, roads, clean water, broadband and other areas next year. Governor Little said Idaho’s booming economy resulted in May state revenue…… MORE
Boise City Council approves resolution for restoration of Pioneer line
We have an update this morning on a story we told you about on Tuesday… As expected, the Boise City Council on Tuesday approved a resolution urging Amtrak to restore the Pioneer line, using a slice of tens of billions in funding for transportation infrastructure proposed by the President. Boise’s resolution asks Congress to authorize…… MORE
Broncos land new three star Cornerback recruit
Jeron Johnson has landed his first recruit since returning to Boise State as a coach. Dionte Thornton — a three-star defensive back from Lawndale, California — announced his verbal commitment Tuesday afternoon on Twitter. Thornton played safety in High School, but Boise State is recruiting him as a cornerback. Thornton made an unofficial visit…… MORE
Boise City, Ada County Housing Authorities help over 2,600 individuals with housing
CBS2 reports through an array of programs and services, Boise City and Ada County Housing Authorities help provide affordable housing-related assistance to over 2,600 individuals and families every month. Its programs include subsidized housing, supportive housing, and market-rate housing. The Housing Authorities has set up a new website to provide a greater understanding of the scope and…… MORE
Free Fishing Day in Idaho
This Saturday (June 12) is the yearly “Free Fishing Day” in Idaho. Free Fishing Day is an Idaho tradition that usually includes Fish & Game employees and volunteers bringing fishing gear to various fishing spots, and loaning equipment, to help people learn how to fish. But this year is a little different, in that Fish…… MORE
Gov. Little pushes back on Biden for undoing Trump’s progress on environmental regulations
Governor Brad Little issued the following statement Tuesday in response to an announcement by the Biden Administration Friday that it will undo years of progress in modernizing the Endangered Species Act under the leadership of President Donald Trump. The Biden administration issued an order directing all federal agencies to review and address agency actions during…… MORE
