Idaho students will pay more for college next year. The State Board of Education approved tuition hikes of around four-and-a-half percent for Idaho’s public universities. Officials say inflation and higher operating costs are driving the increase starting this fall.
A man was shot and killed Saturday night near Stateline Speedway in Kootenai County. Deputies responded around 7:10 p.m. during the Lantern Festival near Post Falls and quickly detained a suspect leaving the area. Investigators say the shooting may have started during a dispute as crowds were exiting, and the suspect reportedly tried driving through the crowded area.
As summer approaches, Twin Falls County officials are warning residents about invasive noxious weeds popping up across southern Idaho. Officials say some plants, including hounds’ tongue and poison hemlock, can be dangerous to people, pets, and livestock.
Dozens gathered in downtown Twin Falls Saturday for the 34th annual Magic Valley Law Enforcement Memorial, honoring Idaho officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.
A new Idaho law is aimed at protecting the state’s water supply as more data centers look to expand into Idaho. The law requires future data centers to use closed-loop cooling systems that recycle water and reduce waste. Supporters say the law helps safeguard Idaho’s water resources.
Idaho residents can enjoy free day-use access at all Idaho state parks on July 4th as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Governor Brad Little says it’s a chance to enjoy Idaho.
More than 3,400 students graduated from Boise State University over the weekend during the school’s 118th commencement ceremony. They were welcomed into the growing alumni community of more than 180-thousand Broncos.
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced settlements Friday with two homeowners’ associations and a property management company over alleged hidden homeowner fees. State officials say the undisclosed transfer fees violated Idaho law.
Gem State Comic Con returns to Boise May 15th through the 17th at Expo Idaho. Organizers say Idaho’s largest pop culture event will feature celebrity guests and family-friendly entertainment.
SPORTS
Here’s your Magic Valley sports update—High school baseball action saw several local teams battling to keep their seasons alive. In 5A, Twin Falls is moving on after wins over Bishop Kelly and Skyline. Burley shut out Preston 1-0 behind strong pitching from Braxton Warr and Mack Haynes but later fell to Bonneville 11-1 to finish the year at 18 and 9. In 4A, Filer dropped two games to Marsh Valley, while Kimberly was eliminated by Homedale. In 3A, Wendell rolled past Priest River 17-7 before falling to Salmon. Declo and Lighthouse Christian also saw their seasons come to an end in regional play.
Magic Valley softball teams are heading to state after dominant wins in Saturday play-in games. In 4A, Gooding blanked South Fremont 10-0 as Chailey Patton drove in four runs on three hits. Olivia Rogers was lights out in the circle, striking out 10 and allowing just one hit over five innings. In 3A, Wendell crushed Ririe 16-0. Breanna Comstock powered the Trojans with four RBIs, a first-inning home run, and 11 strikeouts in a no-hit performance. Both Gooding and Wendell have officially punched their ticket to the state tournament.
A Magic Valley Teen is building quite a bowling legacy. Fourteen-year-old Braylynn Jeroue of O’Leary Middle School captured her third straight state bowling championship in February. Jeroue says she first got into the sport thanks to her mom, Kelsie White, and now bowls several times a week. Coaches say Braylynn’s dedication and talent could put her on track for even more state titles in the years ahead.
The College of Southern Idaho baseball season came to an end Friday with a 12-4 loss to Salt Lake Community College in the Region 18 Championship. The Golden Eagles fell behind early after giving up 10 runs in the first inning, but still finished with seven hits, including a home run from Mack Evans. Tayson Howard went 3-for-4 at the plate. CSI wraps up a strong season at 43 and 14 overall, and three Golden Eagles—Crew Secrist, Ryder Cutlip, and Trey Purser—earned Region 18 All-Tournament honors.
The 19th-ranked College of Southern Idaho softball team closed out the regular season in style Friday, beating North Idaho College 8-6 and 18-0 in Scenic West Athletic Conference play. With the sweep, the Golden Eagles finish as SWAC Co-Champions alongside Salt Lake CC with a 26 and 5 conference record. CSI powered game one with home runs from Jade Romero, Kyli Carrell, and Rilyne Keck, while Emerson Fuller tossed a one-hit shutout in the game two blowout. The Golden Eagles now head to the
Region 18 Tournament Tuesday in Salt Lake, where they’ll face Snow College.
Boise State track and field wrapped up its final tune-up before the Mountain West Championships with four personal records at the Portland Twilight Saturday. Senior Noelani Krauss led the way with a collegiate-best win and PR in the women’s 800 meters at 2:06.81. Freshman Drew Bradeson also posted a personal best in the men’s 800, while Nanette Novak and Bianca Boehnke each set PRs in the women’s 15 hundred. The Broncos now head to Fresno for the Mountain West Outdoor Championships May 14th through the 16th.
Idaho State softball is headed to the NCAA Tournament. The Bengals were selected Sunday to the Eugene Regional and open play Friday night against host Oregon at 8 Mountain Time. The regional field also includes Saint Mary’s and Mississippi State as Idaho State looks to make a postseason run.
WEATHER
Here’s your Magic Valley forecast—sunny and warming up to start the week. We’ll hit 86 today and climb to a hot 92 Tuesday. By Wednesday, there’s a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms with breezy conditions and a cooler stretch move in late week. Expect sunshine and highs back in the 70s heading into the weekend.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 86. West southwest wind 7 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 51. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Tuesday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 92. East wind 3 to 8 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. East southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Breezy.
Wednesday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers before noon. Sunny, with a high near 74.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 47.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 77.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 46.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 71. Breezy.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Breezy.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 69.
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