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Meridian Police Investigate Murder-Suicide

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:37:00 EST

Meridian Police are investigating a murder-suicide. Officers tell us they were dispatched to the 500 block of S. Pelican Way, near Franklin and Linder Roads, about 8:30 p.m. Monday after receiving reports

Nampa man gets prison time for drug and gun crimes

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:36:00 EST

A 37-year-old Nampa man has been sentenced to nearly nine years in prison sentence for unlawful possession of a firearm and distribution of methamphetamine...

Idaho Lawmakers Want to Pay Kids to Graduate Early

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:19:00 EST

For Idaho students who think school lasts forever, two lawmakers want to pay them to speed up their education.

Lawmaker: Nix 'Retarded,' 'Lunatic' From Idaho Law

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 23:33:00 EST

An Idaho legislator wants to get rid of words like "lunatic" and "retarded" from state laws, saying they're outdated and disrespectful.

Saints win 1st NFL title by beating Colts 31-17

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:41:00 EST

The New Orleans Saints turned the Super Bowl's postgame celebration into something out of the French Quarter...

Breaking News: "Let's Bring Them Home", Meridian Pastor Addresses Media

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 20:13:00 EST

Pastor Clint Henry of Central Valley Baptist Church addressed the media saying while they knew nothing new concerning the situation in Haiti, he wants to thank Idaho lawmakers and citizens for their prayers during this tough time.

National unemployment rate drops to 9.7 percent

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:49:00 EST

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The unemployment rate dropped unexpectedly in January to 9.7 percent from 10 percent while employers shed 20,000 jobs.

Idaho's congressional delegation reacts to charges for Americans in Haiti

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:48:00 EST

BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- Members of Idaho's congressional delegation say they are working to ensure Baptist missionaries being detained in Haiti on child kidnapping charges have access to legal help and medical attention.

Melba fire victims tentatively identified

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:46:00 EST

Canyon County authorities have tentatively identified the two women who died when fire swept through their home in Melba earlier this week...

US Baptists Charged in Child Case

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 00:08:00 EST

A Haitian attorney says 10 Americans detained in Haiti for trying to take 33 children out of the country after the Jan. 12 earthquake have been charged with child kidnapping.

Human Rights Group Calls for Tribal Arrest Power

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 23:39:00 EST

A northern Idaho human rights group says one of the region's county sheriffs is refusing to cooperate with the Coeur d'Alene Indian Tribe on law enforcement matters.

2011 Budget Forecast May Hold Deeper K-12 Cuts

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 23:37:00 EST

Lawmakers cautioned public schools chief Tom Luna his plan to absorb a $135 million loss under the governor's proposed budget for the next fiscal year may have to cover an additional shortfall.

Investigation Continues for 5-year Old Shooter

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:51:00 EST

Police are still investigating on how a 5-year old boy was able to get his hands on a 9-milmeter semi-automatic handgun and shoot a teenage boy...

Police say four responsible for beauty product thefts

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:50:00 EST

Boise Police are working with law enforcement officials throughout the Treasure Valley in trying to identify and locate four men suspected of stealing thousands of dollars in goods from local retailers.

Idaho Water Outlook Bleak

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:32:00 EST

Idaho's snowpacks range from fair to poor according to snow survey data collected last week by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The poor snowpacks across the state can be attributed to November,

Idaho Congressmen React to Charges Against Church Volunteers

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 17:17:00 EST

The Idaho Congressional delegation had this reaction to the news that the ten American detainees in Haiti have been charged with child kidnapping and criminal association in their attempt to take 33 children

Idaho Legislature considers scrapping gambling law

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 12:15:00 EST

An Idaho legislator wants to drop a law that says police officers must go after office betting pools...

Idaho Legislator Goes After Hoax Bombs

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:55:00 EST

An Idaho lawmaker says it's time to make planting a hoax bomb a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.

Deary Man Arrested in Domestic Violence Case

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:52:00 EST

A 38-year-old Deary man is in custody after police say he was accused by his wife of choking her and then firing shots at her with his hunting rifle.

Detained Americans to appear before Haitian prosecutor

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 09:14:00 EST

Callebas, Haiti (ap) -- A decision by a Haitian prosecutor is expected after an appearance today by 10 American missionaries arrested and accused of child trafficking.

Haiti's International Law

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 20:41:00 EST

A local attorney said there are 2 things the Americans in Haiti need to do. First, get a very good legal team...

Complete List Of Vandals Recruits

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 17:24:00 EST

Ryan Bass Running back 5-9 201 Centennial High School/Arizona State Corona, Calif. Spencer Beale Off ensive line 6-4 321 Lewiston High School Lewiston, Idaho Mitchell Crockom Receiver 6-2 177 Alhambra

Changes To Broncos Coaching Staff

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 16:40:00 EST

Boise State University head football coach Chris Petersen has announced several changes to his assistant coaching staff.

Nine Sign to BSU's 2010 Football Recruiting Class

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 15:24:00 EST

Boise State University head football coach Chris Petersen Wednesday announced the signing of nine players to the Broncos' 2010 recruiting class, which is headlined by eight highly-accomplished high school

Water main break snarls morning traffic; repairs continue

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 12:59:00 EST

Repair crews from United Water and the Ada County Highway District are on the scene of a broken water main on Broadway Avenue, just north of the Boise River Bridge. The break was reported about 5:45 a.m.

Officials: 3 US soldiers killed in Pakistan blast

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:48:00 EST

SHAHI KOTO, Pakistan (AP) -- Pakistan's army spokesman has confirmed three American soldiers were killed in a bomb blast in the northwest of the country.

Caldwell adds sexual orientation to hiring policy

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:47:00 EST

The southwestern Idaho city of Caldwell has added language to guard against discriminating against gays and lesbians applying for city jobs...

Idaho Grazing Lease Rules up for Debate Wednesday

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 23:36:00 EST

Idaho environmental and sporting groups are due to get a better shot at winning competitive state land leases over ranchers, under new rules up for debate Wednesday.

Man Arrested in Idaho in 2005 NC Killing

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 23:35:00 EST

A 30-year-old Idaho man has been taken into custody in connection with the stabbing death of his pregnant wife in North Carolina nearly five years ago.

Families Keep Hope Idahoans Will Return From Haitian Jail

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 21:16:00 EST

Families are waiting anxiously to hear from their loved ones. One local family says they are innocent...

Date Changed For Broncos Game Against VA Tech

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 19:59:00 EST

Boise State University's football game next season against Virginia Tech at Fed Ex Field in Washington, DC, has been moved to Labor Day (Sept. 6).

Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:50:00 EST

The groundhog has spoken. And it's bad news...

Transportation agency spends $70,000 on ceremonies

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:49:00 EST

The Idaho Transportation Department has spent nearly $70,000 on groundbreaking ceremonies since June to help the governor and other leaders mark the start of new highway projects around the state.

Dense Fog Advisory issued for Boise Monday morning

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:15:00 EST

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BOISE HAS ISSUED A DENSE FOG ADVISORY FOR THE UPPER TREASURE VALLEY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 A.M. THIS MORNING...

Two people rushed to hospital after Elmore County Crash

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:15:00 EST

Two people were rushed to area hospitals Monday morning after a crash on Interstate-84 in Elmore County.

President Obama unveils 2011 budget with $3.83T in spending

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:13:00 EST

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama has sent Congress a multi-trillion-dollar spending plan seeking to attack double-digit unemployment and boosting this year's federal deficit to a record-breaking $1.56 trillion.

Eight Idahoans Arrested in Haiti for Suspected Adoption Scheme

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:25:00 EST

Ten people are arrested after Reuters says government authorities in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, suspected an illicit adoption scheme. The group was trying to take thirty-three children out of the country.

Obama Administration to Look at BCS

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:55:00 EST

The Obama administration is considering several steps that would review the legality of the controversial Bowl Championship Series.

Humanitarian Bowl ties record for TV ratings

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:10:00 EST

BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- Another high-scoring shootout and the appearance of Idaho has helped the Boise-based Humanitarian Bowl tie a record for television ratings.

Local Churches Outline A Mission Trip Screening Process

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 21:19:00 EST

The arrest of ten Americans in Haiti and the kidnapping charges filed against them have raised some questions about how church organizations and missionary groups operate. Many churches tell us they run extensive background checks on those interested in volunteering.

Idaho Lawmaker Recommends Changing Language in State Code

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 21:12:00 EST

An Idaho legislator wants to get rid of words like "lunatic" and "retarded" from state laws, saying they're outdated and disrespectful.

Idaho House Clears Bill To Waive Tax For Shelters

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 21:07:00 EST

The Idaho House voted unanimously to temporarily waive sales taxes for homeless shelters.

Man Accused in Gruesome 2003 Murder Pleads Guilty

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 20:52:00 EST

The man accused in one of the Treasure Valley's most high profiled cold cases pleaded guilty Friday. 46-year-old Pete Roberts admitted to the gruesome 2003 murders of Bob and Idella Young.

Ex-Canyon County Employee To 3-17 Years In Prison

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 21:07:00 EST

A former Canyon County Assessor's Office employee accused of stealing more than $400,000 from the agency to help financially strapped relatives will serve between three to 17 years in prison.

2011 Budget Forecast May Hold Deeper K-12 Cuts

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 21:04:00 EST

Lawmakers cautioned public schools chief Tom Luna his plan to absorb a $135 million loss under the governor's proposed budget for the next fiscal year may have to cover an additional shortfall.

Meridian Church Stays Mum on Haiti Charges

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:38:00 EST

Local media crews, including reporters from national networks, camped outside the Central Valley Baptist Church in Meridian most of the day Thursday, as eight of the church members were charged in Haiti with kidnapping and criminal association.

Haiti Earthquake Inspires Adoptions For Idaho Children

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:50:00 EST

The media coverage of last month's Haiti earthquake has inspired many people in the Treasure Valley to adopt children from the disaster zone.

Man Charged With Sexual Battery Gets 20 Years

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:49:00 EST

A Meridian man who pleaded guilty to sexual battery of a minor has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Accidental Shooting in Mountain Home

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 21:03:00 EST

Police in Mountain Home say a 16-year old boy is hospitalized after being accidentally shot by a 5-year-old boy playing with a gun.

Two Women Are Dead Following Melba Fire

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 20:17:00 EST

Two women are dead following a mobile home fire in Melba Tuesday morning. It happened in the 500 block of Carrie Rex Ave.

Study Says Idaho Kids Are Getting Heavier

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:48:00 EST

The Idaho State Department of Education says Idaho's children are getting fatter, with nearly 25 percent of first-graders overweight or obese.

Nampa Family Brings Haitian Orphans Home

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:47:00 EST

Twenty days after a massive earthquake rocked the country of Haiti, a Nampa family was reunited Monday with their two adopted children.

Toyota Dealerships Offer Free Inspections

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:19:00 EST

The Toyota recall is impacting dealerships, including those in the Treasure Valley. Drivers of Camrys, Corollas, and other Toyota models included in the recall can look for the potential accelerator problem by having a free inspection done at their dealerships.

Teachers Prefer A Salary Freeze Than Layoffs

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:06:00 EST

The proposed cuts included using other funds and transferring money from the "Rainy Day Fund." Many teachers were relieved state officials are looking elsewhere to find a way to keep their jobs.

ISU Center Gets Grant For Green Job Program

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:06:00 EST

The federal government has awarded Idaho State University $1.5 million to establish a new program for training technicians suited to work in the renewable energy industry.

Idaho Power Files Plan To Meet Future Power Demand

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:04:00 EST

Idaho Power Co. has filed a plan with the state's energy regulator detailing how it will meet growing customer demand over the next 20 years.

Idaho Veterinarian Looking For Dog Blood Donors

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:17:00 EST

An Idaho Falls veterinarian is looking for dog blood donors.

Bill Proposes new Graffiti Laws

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:18:00 EST

Graffiti is something all cities deal with and Boise is no exception. From 2006 to 2008 the Boise Police Department says they saw a 300% increase in graffiti cases.

Idaho Man Shot By Police Gets 7 Years in Prison

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:12:00 EST

Nampa man who pointed a gun at a police officer and was then shot several times has been sentenced to seven years in prison.

Idaho City Considers Cell Phone Ban While Driving

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:08:00 EST

Coeur d'Alene city leaders want people who text message or talk on hand-held cell phones while driving to pay a $100 fine.

Caldwell Boy Makes Transplant List

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:24:00 EST

After sleeping under fluorescent bulbs for most of his life, a Caldwell boy dying from a rare liver disease made it on a transplant list Monday evening. It's a story you first saw several weeks ago on Today's Channel 6 News.

Michael Hoffman's Movie To Premiere In Boise

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:20:00 EST

Tickets are on sale now for a premiere of a Hollywood movie with local ties. The Boise premiere of 'The Last Station will be held on February 18th.

Local Entrepreneur Eyes 2012 Summer Olympics

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:40:00 EST

What do potato guns, a do-it yourself internet site, and greco-roman wrestling have in common? One local entrepreneur has close ties to all three and because of that, he has his sights set on pinning down olympic success at the 2012 Summer Olympic games in London.

Arrested Idahoans Back In Haitian Court

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:36:00 EST

Five of Ten Americans charged with kidnapping in Haiti went back before a judge Monday, even as new allegations surface.

Imprisoned Idahoans Heading Back To Court

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:39:00 EST

"Pray for Haiti," read the sign of the Central Valley Baptist Church Sunday morning.

Caldwell Bar Owners Want Sunday Liquor Ban Lifted

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:38:00 EST

CALDWELL, Idaho (AP) -- Some bar owners in the southwestern Idaho city of Caldwell are asking officials to lift a ban on selling liquor-by-the-drink on Sundays because they say they are losing customers

UI School Hopes to Start Law School Classes in Boise

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:32:00 EST

MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) -- University of Idaho officials say they hope to start offering third-year law classes this fall in Boise without state financial support. Officials say they are raising money and

Bank tells Idaho man that old CDs have no value

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:27:00 EST

RICHFIELD, Idaho (AP) -- A southern Idaho man who thought he had rediscovered a fortune in long-lost certificates of deposit has been told by a bank the CDs are worthless. Bill Coffey says an attorney

Ten Arrested in Haiti Fire Their Lawyer

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 00:22:00 EST

The 10 Americans charged with kidnapping in Haiti will be in court again next week, but this time with different representation. The group has fired their Haitian attorney Edwin Coq.

Police Make Arrest in Armed Robbery

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 18:15:00 EST

Boise police arrest a man they say robbed a person at gunpoint. It happened last night at 9:43pm on the south side of the Boise Towne Square Mall. After police arrived on scene, a citizen pointed out the

S Idaho Man Faces Animal Cruelty Charges

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 17:50:00 EST

S. Idaho man faces animal cruelty charges JEROME, Idaho (AP) -- A south-central Idaho man who authorities say is responsible for the deaths of 43 cows due to neglect has been charged with three misdemeanor

Family of US Baptists Charged in Child Case Release Statement

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 00:39:00 EST

Family members of eight Idahoans charged with kidnapping Haiti children released a statement late Thursday night.

$1-Million Dollar NASA Grant Helps Idaho Students

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:16:00 EST

A $1-million dollar NASA grant is allowing Idaho students get a unique perspective...

Police search for Nampa robber

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:15:00 EST

The search is on in Nampa for a man who held up a convenience store Thursday morning.

Minnick vows to ignore earmarks in 2010

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:36:00 EST

Idaho Congressman Walt Minnick says he is swearing off earmarks in 2010...

Micron teams with Australian solar power company

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:14:00 EST

Micron Technology Inc. has signed a deal with an Australian company to build solar components using new technology that could significantly lower the cost of solar panels.

Space Heater Blamed In House Fire

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:17:00 EST

Fire Investigators say a space heater is to blame for a Boise house fire that killed more than a dozen cats.

Fog Cancels Flights At BOI

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:57:00 EST

A blanket of thick fog caused dozens of flight cancellations Thursday at the Boise Airport.

Man Faces Charges For Slitting Dogs Throat

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:47:00 EST

A Valley County man faces charges for allegedly slitting the throat of a neighbor's dog on a school playground.

Bogus Scheduled To Open Thursday

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:11:00 EST

Good news for skiers and snowboarders, Bogus Basin is firing up the lifts Thursday!

Boise Meth Bust

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:13:00 EST

A routine traffic stop ends with two drug arrests in Boise.

Fire Fighters Called To River To Rescue Mysterious Man

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:52:00 EST

Fire fighters rushed to the Boise River Monday night for a river rescue, but found no one.

Make your own spa this Valentine's Day

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:44:00 EST

The most romantic way to celebrate the holiday of love is also the least expensive: Stay home and indulge in a feast of touch, taste and scent.

Dr. Conrad Murray pleads not guilty in MJ death case

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST

Dr. Conrad Murray pleaded not guilty after being charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson.

Iraq war critic John Murtha dead at 77

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST

John Murtha, an influential congressman and Iraq war critic, died Monday after suffering complications from gallbladder surgery. He was 77.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie to sue over split claims

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST

Hollywood power couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are taking legal action against a British tabloid that reported the couple was going to break up.

Smart business travel 101

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:06:00 EST

If the thought of hitting the road for business fills you with dread, take heart, there are easy ways to make work trips more manageable and fun.

5 tips to maximize your Social Security benefits

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:22:00 EST

Working a few more years helps, but it's not the only way to get larger benefits. Here are five ways to make sure you get the biggest possible check.

Tax Tip: 5 tips for avoiding refund delays relating to your Economic Recovery Payment

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:03:00 EST

Many people are slowing down their tax refunds by not properly claiming the Making Work Pay Tax Credit. Here are five tips to help you avoid these delays.

Getting a grip on emotional eating

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:58:00 EST

Are you an emotional eater? Learn how to gain control of your emotions and not let food be your guide to destructive eating behaviors.

Getting rid of pet allergens

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:37:00 EST

They're members of your family, but they give you a runny nose, itchy nose and sneezing fits. Here's what to do if you're allergic to your pet.

'Third-hand smoke' could be troublesome, too

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:03:00 EST

Tobacco smoke residue found on indoor surfaces -- so-called "third-hand smoke" -- can interact with airborne compounds to form new, potentially cancer-causing substances, research suggests.

Story Ideas & Viewer Feedback

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:04:00 EDT

Today's Channel 6 News has always taken its viewer feedback very seriously. We encourage your coorispondace with us on Story Ideas, feedback on stries we have ran and how we can make your experience with

What Is RSS?

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:06:00 EDT

What is RSS? (Really Simple Syndication) RSS is an easy way to keep you automatically up to date on websites you like visit regularly. Instead of having to go to each website separately to see new stories,

State: Birth defect rate in Calif. town is normal

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

State officials say there's nothing unusual about the rate of birth defects in a central California town near the largest toxic waste dump in the West.

Cops search San Antonio landfill for missing baby

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Police began excavating a landfill Tuesday in search of a body or other evidence in the disappearance of an 8-month-old Arizona boy who was last seen with his mother at a San Antonio hotel on the day after Christmas.

Pa. Dem Murtha remembered as military advocate

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Rep. John Murtha, who said the Bush administration's handling of the war in Iraq was based on "flawed policy wrapped in illusion" and called for a withdrawal of U.S. troops there, is being remembered as an advocate on...

ATF blames Texas church fires on serial arsonist

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Recent fires that destroyed or damaged several churches in eastern Texas were likely set by one person or group of people, federal authorities said Tuesday.

Evacuations under way for LA-area foothills

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Homeowners in mud-ravaged foothill towns north of Los Angeles packed their cars and fled Tuesday as evacuation orders took hold and a new winter storm approached.

Another major storm headed to snowy Mid-Atlantic

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Snow blew across the Midwest on Tuesday and headed for the hard-hit Mid-Atlantic region, where federal government offices have been closed since last week and utility workers struggled to restore power already knocked out by...

LAPD: Arrest made in killings of anti-gang worker

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

A suspect was arrested Tuesday in the killing of a well-known anti-gang counselor who was shot to death when he confronted a tagger writing graffiti in Los Angeles, police said.

Jackson doctor out on bail, back for April hearing

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Michael Jackson's doctor returns to court in April to find out the date for the next major step in the case - a proceeding that will reveal for the first time the evidence the prosecution believes will show his "gross...

Workers spent 80-plus hours a week at Conn. plant

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

Two people affected by the explosion of a Connecticut power plant that was being built say workers had been spending more than 80 hours a week at the site.

Death of Kerrigan's father is ruled a homicide

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:38:00 EST

The death of the father of Olympic skater Nancy Kerrigan was ruled a homicide Tuesday when an autopsy showed he died of a heart rhythm problem after a fight with his son in which he suffered a neck injury so severe it...

Roberts Pleads Guilty to Murdering Nampa Couple

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 15:47:00 EST

Roberts Pleads Guilty to Murdering Nampa Couple

Fugitive Idaho Developer Captured in LA

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:32:00 EST

A fugitive lawyer accused of stealing millions of dollars in an Idaho real estate development has been captured in Los Angeles after living for years in Mexico.

Man Dies in Avalanche, Camas County

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:36:00 EST

Camas County dispatch tells Today's Channel 6 News that a man died in an avalanche near Chimney Creek, about 12 miles west and north of Fairfield today.

Angry Idaho Lawmaker Sends Threat to Parks Board

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:38:00 EST

A northcentral Idaho lawmaker angry over the Parks and Recreation Board move to end state funding for Dworshak State Park has retaliated by proposing to gut the six-member panel's power.

Judge: Tamarack Group can Intervene in Lawsuit

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 19:53:00 EST

BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- A judge will let Tamarack Resort property owners participate in a foreclosure lawsuit over the failed Idaho vacation getaway, but refused to endorse their plan to use a Mexican real-estate lender's cash to open skiing this winter.

Bronco Fiesta Bowl Championship Shirts A Hot Commodity

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 22:44:00 EST

The first wave of Fiesta Bowl Championship t-shirts flooded Boise stores Tuesday morning, just 12 hours after the Broncos' victory.

2 Haitian Orphans now at Home in Idaho

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:39:00 EST

For the newly expanded Tripple family, Tuesday brought a joyous meeting at the Boise airport, with brothers hugging brothers for the first time and a grandma meeting her new granddaughter.

House passes bill aimed at scuttling health reform

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:44:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 2:34 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Idaho House Republicans passed a measure meant to scuttle proposed federal health care reforms that would require residents or...

Idaho legislator pushes neutering feral cats

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:44:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 12:44 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - An Idaho legislator wants to encourage sterilizing wild cats instead of killing them.

Idaho lawmakers debate 3rd illegal employment bill

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:24:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 12:24 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - The third bill of the 2010 session to take on employers who knowingly hire illegal workers emerged in the Idaho...

Police: Man kills infant son and then himself

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:14:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 11:34 AM ET MERIDIAN, Idaho (AP) - Police in Meridian in southwest Idaho say an initial investigation appears to show that a 20-year-old man shot and killed...

House to consider photo ID bill for Idaho voters

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:14:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 12:14 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Idaho voters could have to present photo identification before casting their ballots, if a bill introduced in the House State...

Idaho officials confiscate wolf carcass

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:04:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 12:04 PM ET TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has confiscated a wolf carcass from central Idaho wolf advocate Lynne...

Senate panel dumps bill aimed at invasive species

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:14:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 11:14 AM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Senators rejected a measure meant to help law enforcement officials stop invasive species at Idaho's borders, saying it would...

Shooting suspect at state mental hospital

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:14:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 11:14 AM ET GREAT FALLS, Mont. (AP) - The trial of a Great Falls man accused of shooting his landlord to death has been delayed, while he undergoes another...

ISU professor to work on bomb-finding technology

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:54:00 EST

Associated Press - February 9, 2010 10:54 AM ET POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) - An Idaho State University physics professor says he will develop technology to detect bombmaking materials hidden in...

News Minute: Here is the latest Idaho news from The Associated Press

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 08:54:00 EST

Click through for continually updated top news from around the state.