News Updates

Fatal Accident in Twin Falls

The Twin Falls Police Department is continuing its investigation into a fatal accident involving a pedestrian. The incident occurred Saturday morning just before 10 a.m. at the intersection of Poleline Road and Parkview Drive. Authorities report that a 65-year-old Twin Falls man was driving an SUV when a 73-year-old woman was struck. The victim was transported to St. Luke’s Medical Center and later airlifted to Boise, where she succumbed to her injuries.

Idaho Water Day Celebration

On Friday, Idaho Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke joined farmers in Twin Falls to celebrate Idaho Water Day. After months of negotiations, water users finalized a new water agreement, marking a significant achievement for the state’s agricultural community.

Empowering Parents Grant Program

The State of Idaho’s Empowering Parents educational grant program has received over 42,500 applications for the 2024-2025 award year since opening on October 21. This marks the program’s strongest application period to date. The State Board of Education plans to notify families of initial awards before Thanksgiving. Parents are encouraged to act quickly as funding is limited.

Sentencing in Fatal Crash Case

Andrew Blanchard, convicted of causing a crash that killed two people in March 2023, has been sentenced to one year in jail. Additionally, he will serve four years of probation and face a 10-year driver’s license suspension. The crash occurred in Bingham County along Interstate 15.

Boise Airport Powered by 100% Clean Energy

The Boise Airport is now fully powered by 100% clean energy. The City of Boise achieved this milestone by becoming the first municipality to sign up for a new renewable energy program through Idaho Power. This initiative also powers the Lander Street wastewater treatment facility with solar energy.

Apprenticeship Awareness for Kids

The Idaho Department of Labor and Apprenticeship Idaho distributed over 3,000 free children’s books to elementary school classrooms statewide. The book, originally published in 2022, highlights the value of apprenticeships, making Idaho one of the first states to produce a children’s book on the subject.

Sports Updates

Transgender Athlete Ruling

A federal judge has rejected a court motion targeting a San José State University women’s volleyball player identified as a transgender athlete. The ruling, challenged by 12 plaintiffs, including two Boise State University players, argued that the athlete had an unfair physical advantage. This decision sets up a potential showdown between Boise State and San José State in this week’s Mountain West Conference postseason tournament.

Boise State Basketball Victory

Javan Buchanan led Boise State with a season-high 28 points to edge South Dakota State, 83-82, in the Cayman Islands Classic semifinal on Monday. The Broncos will compete in the championship game on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. MT.

Idaho State’s Big Win

The Idaho State men’s basketball team defeated Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 97-46 in their first-ever matchup Monday night. The Bengals will face the University of South Dakota on Wednesday, December 4, as part of the Big Sky vs. Summit League Challenge.

High School Girls’ Basketball Scores

Glenns Ferry defeated Notus: 64-20
Canyon Ridge beat Wood River: 49-41

Upcoming Games Today

Twin Falls Christian Academy at Hansen
Ririe at Declo
Rockland at Dietrich
Raft River at Glenns Ferry
Buhl at Melba
Hagerman at Murtaugh
Shoshone at Oakley
Middleton at Twin Falls
Burley at Vallivue

Weather Forecast

Tuesday

Day: Showers, with thunderstorms possible after 11 a.m. High near 43°F. Light winds becoming west 5-9 mph. Chance of precipitation: 80%.
Night: A 20% chance of showers before 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, low around 28°F. West winds 9-11 mph, gusts up to 22 mph.

Wednesday

Day: Mostly sunny, high near 38°F. West winds 8-10 mph.
Night: Mostly clear, low around 20°F. West-northwest winds around 6 mph, becoming south-southwest after midnight.