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Idaho High School Football Playoffs Kick Off Halloween Night with Five Must-Watch First-Round Games
Idaho School Funding Issues Continue to Embarrass the State

Idaho School Funding Issues Continue to Embarrass the State

It's election time in Idaho —no, these are off-year elections, which means only the most dedicated folks are running for office. Even more dedicated are the voters who will study the issues and take time to vote during the so-called 'off-year...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Idaho man sentenced to community service in voyeurism case at Utah County farm

Idaho man sentenced to community service in voyeurism case at Utah County farm

ELBERTA, Utah County — A man who attempted to record a woman in a bathroom at a dairy farm has pleaded guilty to voyeurism. Drew Sparrow, 44, of Weston, Idaho, was charged in July in 4th District Court with voyeurism via recording, a class A...

Owner:  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Trench warfare: A look into the culture of the Idaho football program 

Trench warfare: A look into the culture of the Idaho football program 

When one thinks of Idaho football, there is a recurring theme that signifies everything the program prides itself on: being the most physically dominant group of men in the Big Sky Conference. Ever since head coach Thomas Ford Jr. took the reins...

Owner:  University of Idaho
Idaho lawmakers to partner with national conservative think tank to bring more immigration bills

Idaho lawmakers to partner with national conservative think tank to bring more immigration bills

Members of an influential national conservative think tank plan to work with Idaho lawmakers again during the 2026 legislative session to further crack down on immigration in the state. Heritage Action, the advocacy arm of the Heritage Foundation,...

Owner:  States Newsroom Network
Idaho Shoppers Have Become Bargain Buyers for Good Reason

Idaho Shoppers Have Become Bargain Buyers for Good Reason

People are buying day-old bread and meat. I wouldn’t call it an opinion. I’m a witness. My schedule allows me to go grocery shopping early in the day: late morning, or early afternoon. One store manager told me a few years ago that the bakery puts...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
West Boise neighbor creates Halloween food pantry as federal benefits pause
Mountain Home filmmaker creates documentary to protect Idaho's public lands
Suspect in custody following police standoff near JUMP in downtown Boise
Why you aren’t seeing Idaho News 6 on YouTube TV

Why you aren’t seeing Idaho News 6 on YouTube TV

Due to an ongoing contract impasse happening between ABC and YouTube TV, Idaho News 6 is currently blacked out in your viewing area. Idaho News 6 is an ABC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company. Scripps is not involved in the current...

Owner:  The Scripps Family
The Junkyard Gems of Jim’s Vintage Automotive, Idaho
Boise State Golf Team Ranks 12th at Ka’anapali Classic in Hawaii
Accidente en el centro de Boise se investiga como emergencia médica

Accidente en el centro de Boise se investiga como emergencia médica

La policía estatal de Idaho declaró en parte: "No se han examinado todos los factores de esta investigación, y los agentes continuarán investigando". BOISE, Idaho — Un accidente del jueves, que inicialmente las autoridades creyeron que era un...

Owner:  TEGNA Inc.
Middleton (Idaho) district gets state funding to build elementary

Middleton (Idaho) district gets state funding to build elementary

After five failed attempts to pass a bond that would have paid for a new elementary school and ease crowding, the Middleton (Idaho) district has received the money from another source. Idaho Education News reports that a state panel has approved...

Owner:  Chris Ferrell
Boise protest at Capitol highlights concerns over federal healthcare policy shift

Boise protest at Capitol highlights concerns over federal healthcare policy shift

BOISE, Idaho — In downtown Boise, demonstrators gathered outside the Idaho State Capitol on Wednesday night to protest federal healthcare changes included in the recently passed 2025 tax bill. Protesters say the cuts will strip health coverage...

Owner:  The Scripps Family
Popular Idaho Pizza Spot Steps Up Big-Time for Air Traffic Controllers

Popular Idaho Pizza Spot Steps Up Big-Time for Air Traffic Controllers

What makes the Treasure Valley so special? Is it the four distinct seasons? The people? Our blue turf? Most would say it's our local businesses and long standing traditions--such as...FREE PIZZA? Local business meets local SUPPORT thanks to Flying...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Idaho football ready for national televised showdown with Northern Arizona

Idaho football ready for national televised showdown with Northern Arizona

Vandals look to continue their momentum after their first Big Sky conference win over Portland State For the first time since the San Jose State game, the Vandals (3-5, 1-3) are entering a game coming off a win. The team picked up its first...

Owner:  University of Idaho
Resolution snaps up Idaho mill, paving the way for America’s next antimony and tungsten hub
College football picks for Week 10: USC and ASU struggle, Boise State rolls

College football picks for Week 10: USC and ASU struggle, Boise State rolls

Welcome the Hotline's weekly picks against the point spread, published Thursdays throughout the regular season with a focus on the top games nationally and the most intriguing matchups across the West. Last week, we were 6-5. Lines are courtesy of...

Owner:  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Downtown Boise crash being investigated as medical emergency

Downtown Boise crash being investigated as medical emergency

Idaho State Police said in part, "not all the factors of this investigation have been vetted, and troopers will continue to investigate." BOISE, Idaho — A Thursday crash, which initially law enforcement believed to be an impaired driving incident,...

Owner:  TEGNA Inc.

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