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Idaho AG tackles surge in online child exploitation cases with swift action
The Idaho prison guard who preyed on women — and the system that hid his ‘predatory’ conduct

The Idaho prison guard who preyed on women — and the system that hid his ‘predatory’ conduct

Editor’s note: The article discusses sexual assault. “Guarded by Predators” is a new investigative series exposing rape and abuse by Idaho’s prison guards and the system that shields them. Find the entire series at...

Owner:  InvestigateWest (Non-profit)
Boise State defense looking for reset against New Mexico after Notre Dame loss

Boise State defense looking for reset against New Mexico after Notre Dame loss

The Broncos defense aims to improve tackling and turnovers after a disappointing Notre Dame loss. BOISE, Idaho — The message resonating throughout practices this week has been clear: improvement is non-negotiable. Following a disappointing outing...

Owner:  TEGNA Inc.
Staff sexual abuse in Idaho women’s prisons goes largely unchecked

Staff sexual abuse in Idaho women’s prisons goes largely unchecked

Editor’s note: The article discusses sexual assault. “Guarded by Predators” is a new investigative series exposing rape and abuse by Idaho’s prison guards and the system that shields them. Find the entire series at...

Owner:  InvestigateWest (Non-profit)
Family of Chicago-area man killed by ICE seeks to reunite with his children who are now in foster care in Idaho

Family of Chicago-area man killed by ICE seeks to reunite with his children who are now in foster care in Idaho

On a recent humid morning in Michoacán, Mexico, hundreds gathered to mourn Silverio Villegas Gonzalez. His body had finally come home after getting shot and killed by an ICE agent in Franklin Park after he allegedly tried to run him over. The...

Owner:  Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman
Idaho’s workers’ compensation rates to drop again in 2026

Idaho’s workers’ compensation rates to drop again in 2026

Idaho workers' compensation rates will drop by 2.5%, marking the ninth straight year of reductions. BOISE, Idaho — Idaho workers' compensation rates will drop by 2.5% beginning Jan. 1, 2026. This marks the ninth straight year of reductions for...

Owner:  TEGNA Inc.
COLLEGE ROUNDUP: Idaho’s Terry claims third place at LC State Invitational

COLLEGE ROUNDUP: Idaho’s Terry claims third place at LC State Invitational

Shots — LMU 6, WSU 32; Saves — LMU: JJ Hoover 8; WSU: Zora Standifer 3. WOMEN’S TENNIS Coug duo dominant at Regionals BERKELEY, Calif. — Washington State seniors Eva Alvarez Sande and Maxine Murphy won two straight-set singles matches apiece and...

Owner:  Alford Family
MARIJUANA: Rebuttal from a lifelong Idahoan

MARIJUANA: Rebuttal from a lifelong Idahoan

As someone who’s spent 50 years watching Idaho grow, I value what makes this state unique; common sense, personal responsibility, and learning from data, not fear. Modern evidence simply doesn’t support the claim that marijuana legalization...

Owner:  Hagadone Family
Three takeaways from Boise State’s hard-fought victory over New Mexico

Three takeaways from Boise State’s hard-fought victory over New Mexico

Boise State extended its home winning streak to 15 games on Saturday with a 41-25 Mountain West victory over New Mexico. The Broncos (4-2, 2-0) piled up 397 total yards of offense while limiting the Lobos (3-3, 0-2) to 231 yards, 75 of which came...

Owner:  Stephen Freidheim
Lobos stumble in fourth quarter, losing on the road to Boise State

Lobos stumble in fourth quarter, losing on the road to Boise State

Broncos score 21 unanswered points to pull away from UNM in 41-25 victory Boise State quarterback Maddux Madsen is sacked by UNM's Keyshawn James-Newby, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise. (UNM Athletics) × BOISE, Idaho – The...

Owner:  Ballantine Family
Idaho Falls Symphony to present ‘Sounds of the American West’ through music and film

Idaho Falls Symphony to present ‘Sounds of the American West’ through music and film

The following is a press release from the Idaho Falls Symphony: IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Falls Symphony invites the community to an unforgettable evening of music and imagery with Sounds of the American West, presented by Mountain View Hospital and...

Owner:  EastIdahoNews.com LLC
New Mexico Lobos vs. Boise State Broncos Highlights | FOX College Football

New Mexico Lobos vs. Boise State Broncos Highlights | FOX College Football

Owner:  Murdoch Family
A match featuring a lightning storm delay sees BYU men's soccer team earn a 7-1 win against Boise State

A match featuring a lightning storm delay sees BYU men's soccer team earn a 7-1 win against Boise State

A stormy night turned into a 7-1 home victory for BYU men's soccer against Boise State Saturday. The Cougars started out strong with a pass in to Brayden Gonder who chipped the ball over the Boise State defense, straight into the goal, scoring the...

Owner:  Brigham Young University
Maddux Madsen, Sire Gaines spark Boise State to 41-25 victory over New Mexico

Maddux Madsen, Sire Gaines spark Boise State to 41-25 victory over New Mexico

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Maddux Madsen threw two touchdown passes, Sire Gaines ran for two scores and Boise State pulled away with a 21-point fourth quarter to beat New Mexico 41-25 on Saturday night. Colton Boomer kicked a short field goal and Gaines...

Owner:  Retirement Systems of Alabama
Idahoans fear spike in insurance costs

Idahoans fear spike in insurance costs

At 59, Susan Wood, a longtime Boise, Idaho, resident, was too young to qualify for Medicare when she retired in July. So she signed up for a marketplace plan under the Affordable Care Act, often called Obamacare. But in the months since, the...

Owner:  Campbell Family
The struggle to expose rape and abuse by guards in Idaho’s prison system

The struggle to expose rape and abuse by guards in Idaho’s prison system

Quiroz entered a guilty plea for the charge against him in November 2020. During the hearing, he admitted that he had sexual contact with Lynn and that the “whole allegation was true,” though no other victims were mentioned during the hearing. But...

Owner:  Alford Family
Hayden Homes continues to help expand homeownership opportunities in North Idaho

Hayden Homes continues to help expand homeownership opportunities in North Idaho

The Panhandle Affordable Housing Alliance announced another $20,000 contribution from Hayden Homes to support the continued success of the Miracle on Britton project. This brings donations by Hayden Homes to $40,000, which goes toward PAHA’s...

Owner:  Hagadone Family
Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho

Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho

After a scoreless first half against Idaho State, Sacramento State looked to the second half to recreate the magic that they made in the previous 5-0 win against Eastern Washington. Once the two teams got back on the pitch, Sac State’s magic...

Owner:  California State University System
Bryan Kohberger’s Chilling Act After Idaho Killings Caught on Tape
Kootenai County Sheriff’s sergeant dies in UTV crash in north-central Idaho

Kootenai County Sheriff’s sergeant dies in UTV crash in north-central Idaho

An 18-year veteran of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office died in a UTV crash near Elk River, Idaho, according to law enforcement officials. Dale Law, 43, of Hayden, was thrown from the off-road vehicle that rolled off an old logging road, the...

Owner:  Cowles Family

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