Rocky Mountain High School was placed in Hall Check Tuesday morning as police searched nearby for a “Person of interest.” A letter sent to families of students who attend Rocky Mountain told parents that the school was placed in Hall Check out of an abundance of caution. CBS2 learned from a Meridian spokesperson that the…… MORE
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Meridian Prescription Drug Take-back event
The Drug Enforcement Agency is sponsoring a Take-back Day, which provides for the safe disposal of prescription medications. The Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition and Republic Services on Saturday, October 26th, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the front parking lot of Republic Services on W Franklin Road in Meridian will be holding a Prescription Drug…… MORE
Another Idaho school district will ask for levy
On the ballot November 5th in Twin Falls, voters will decide whether to fund a two-year supplemental levy for $7.2 million per year for the Twin Falls School District. The funds would pay for teaching and maintenance staff, school security, and a portion of activities expenses. With student safety a top priority, the levy is…… MORE
Idaho Power takes responsibility for the Valley Fire
Idaho Power has released a statement taking responsibility for starting the Valley Fire east of Boise, that started October 4th. The statement is in response to an investigation by the Idaho Department of Lands into the cause of the Valley Fire…which crews are still working on. The Fire is 80% contained. The report concluded that…… MORE
Ridge to Rivers seeks feedback
Ridge to Rivers seeks feedback on the Boise Foothills trail system through an online survey. CBS2 reports the goal is to gather feedback on overall use, trail maintenance practices and input on new Ridge to Rivers resources. Additionally, at the end of the survey, you can provide input on a future open-space public art project…… MORE
Ada County early voting begins Tuesday
Early voting in the 2024 general election begins Tuesday in Ada County and at least nine other Idaho counties. Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays at all six Ada County early voting locations. Same-day voter registration is also available at all early voting locations: Ada County Elections Office Meridian,…… MORE
Idaho Medicare enrollment begins October 15th
For the state of Idaho’s roughly 323,000 Medicare beneficiaries, October 15 is an important day. It kicks off Medicare’s annual open-enrollment period, which runs through December 7 and is the only time of the year people can alter their plans. With changes taking place in the program this year, Idahoans could find different options in…… MORE
Blue Cross lawsuit fails
An Idaho judge dismissed Blue Cross of Idaho’s lawsuit seeking to invalidate a $1.1 billion contract to provide health insurance to Idaho government employees. The Idaho Capital Sun reports Idaho 4th District Judge Joseph Borton ruled on Sept. 27 that Blue Cross did not have standing in its lawsuit. That means Regence BlueShield of Idaho…… MORE
Early voting in Ada County begins October 15th
Early voting for the Nov. 5 election gets underway next week in Ada County. According to the Ada County Clerk’s Office, eligible voters can vote at six locations throughout the county beginning Tuesday, Oct. 15. Early voting in Canyon County begins Oct. 21. Early voting ends statewide on Nov. 1. Ada County residents who want…… MORE
Nampa Trick or Treating Block Party
The Downtown Nampa Community Association’s 36th Annual Trick-or-Treating Block Party in Downtown Nampa is coming up. All ages can trick-or-treat in a safe fun environment with Food trucks, live music and performances, plus a maze and train rides. All the trick or treating fun happens Thursday, October 24th from 4:00 – 7 pm in downtown…… MORE
