A complaint was filed with three different state agencies Wednesday afternoon asking for an investigation into whether Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin’s limited office hours violate state law. The Idaho Capital Sun reports, the written complaint was filed via email with the Idaho Attorney General’s Office, the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office and Gov. Brad Little’s…… MORE
Protesters gather at Statehouse and Boise City Hall
A group of people gathered at the Idaho Statehouse on Tuesday in support of a woman’s right to choose. Protests continued Tuesday evening at Boise City Hall, as well. This comes after Politico published a draft opinion that suggests the supreme court will overturn Roe vs. Wade. The final opinion isn’t expected to be published…… MORE
Previously non accessible area of Boise Foothills to feature new 5.7 mile trail
A new 5.7-mile trail will be constructed in the Hawkins Range Reserve — a previously inaccessible area in the Boise Foothills off Bogus Basin Road. The City of Boise and Ridge to Rivers says the Hawkins Loop Trail will be managed as a one-way directional trail for runners, hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers. The property…… MORE
State asks Idaho Supreme Court to rescind order delaying abortion law’s implementation
The Idaho Office of Attorney General filed a series of briefs last week asking the Idaho Supreme Court to vacate its order delaying implementation of the state’s newest abortion law. The attorney general’s office also asked the court to strike portions of statements from Planned Parenthood representatives. The Idaho Capitol Sun reports, if the court…… MORE
Boil water order lifted in Blackfoot
The boil order in Blackfoot has been lifted after all tests came back negative Thursday afternoon. City officials say that if residents have any concerns about their water to run a faucet for 10 to15 minutes to purge the water in the house lines. EastIdahoNews.com reports the boil order was issued last Friday after a…… MORE
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
On Saturday, Blue Cross of Idaho and the Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition will partner for the fifth time to collect potentially dangerous and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter drugs. National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Blue Cross of Idaho in Meridian. Treasure Valley residents may drop off prescription…… MORE
ACHD says Eagle Road and Fairview Avenue remains busiest intersection in Ada County
Ada County Highway District says the intersection at Eagle Road and Fairview Avenue has maintained its place as the busiest in Ada County. The highway district updates its numbers every three years, and the most recent information is from 2020. The Eagle/Fairview intersection took the top spot in 2005, and has held on to it…… MORE
Dry conditions already being felt
The forecasted drought and overall dry conditions appear to already be taking effect. The Army Corps of Engineers said Wednesday that Boise River basin boat ramps at Robie Creek, Macks Creek and half of Barclay Bay will be closed this summer due to low water supply. Lucky Peak reservoir is currently discharging about 2,800 cubic…… MORE
Firefighter training begins today
The skies above Boise will be busy this week with military aircraft practicing for fire season. The huge cargo planes are outfitted with a special firefighting system. It’s vital the pilots, their lead planes, and ground crews have a chance to train before the fire season explodes. KIVI-TV reports, last year was one of the…… MORE
A second In-N-Out Burger in the Treasure Valley
Talk about a Double-Double! In-N-Out burger has applied for a second restaurant to open in the Boise area. About a month after it was learned that In-N-Out applied for a permit for a new restaurant at The Village in Meridian near Fairview and Eagle Road, the mega-popular burger franchise appears to have an eye on…… MORE
