11 Sentenced in Southern Idaho Drug Ring Tied to Mexico-Based Fentanyl Trafficking
BOISE, ID – Eleven individuals have been sentenced in federal court for their roles in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy that moved drugs from the Mexico border into southern Idaho. The investigation, led by the Organized Crime and
Washington State Unemployment Rate Remains at 4.4% in March 2025
OLYMPIA, WA – Washington’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.4% in March 2025, while the state experienced a seasonally adjusted loss of approximately 5,200 nonfarm jobs, according to the Washington Employment Security Department. March marked the third
Idaho State Police Emphasize Road Safety During Distracted Driving Awareness Month
MERIDIAN, ID – The Idaho State Police (ISP) and its Commercial Vehicle Safety Division are joining national efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving throughout the month of April, recognized as Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
Weiser’s Kailee Lerew to Join LC State Cross Country and Track and Field Programs
LEWISTON, ID – Warrior Women’s Cross Country announced the addition of Kailee Lerew to its 2025 roster. The Weiser, Idaho, native will join LC State in the fall. “We are extremely excited to welcome Kailee into our
Shoshone-Paiute Tribes Unveil Plans for Casino in Southern Idaho
MOUNTAIN HOME, ID – The Shoshone-Paiute Tribes have announced plans to develop their first resort and casino, to be located along I-84 between Boise and Mountain Home. This marks a significant economic step for the tribes, who
Clarkston’s Golf Course Pond Included in Statewide Trout Derby
CLARKSTON, WA. – Golf Course Pond in Clarkston is among more than 100 lakes across Washington selected for the 2025 Statewide Trout Derby. Anglers who fish at these locations between April 26 and October 31 have the
Two Idaho Teachers Disciplined for Inappropriate Relationships With Students
BOISE, ID – The Professional Standards Commission (PSC) disciplined two teachers last week for failing to maintain appropriate relationships with students and/or colleagues. A former Homedale teacher’s certificates were revoked, and a former West Ada teacher’s certificates
North Idaho School Board Approves Concealed Carry Firearms for Employees
ST. MARIES, ID – The St. Maries School District in north Idaho has approved a new policy that would permit teachers and school staff to carry concealed firearms on campus. The school board approved the policy on
Biden Criticizes Trump on Social Security in First Address Since Leaving White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Former President Joe Biden on Tuesday used his first public address since leaving office to criticize the current administration for cutting thousands of employees at the Social Security Administration and to rebut those who
Replacement of Downtown Lewiston Water Main set to Begin on Monday
LEWISTON, ID – Beginning next week, crews in Lewiston will begin replacing a portion of the existing water transmission main located along 3rd Street, from Main Street to D Street, and D Street, from 3rd Street to