News
Missing Persons
🔎 HAILEY SEARCH
MISSING HAILEY WOMAN FOUND DECEASED FOLLOWING FOUR-DAY SEARCH
A heartbreaking end to the search for a missing elderly woman in Blaine County.
Authorities say 78-year-old Susan Wilhelm of Hailey was found deceased late yesterday morning, following a four-day search involving dozens of law enforcement officers and community volunteers.
Wilhelm was reported missing Sunday from Hailey’s Woodside neighborhood.
Investigators received new surveillance footage yesterday showing her walking near Alturas Elementary School, prompting authorities to resume a focused search along Water Gulch Road.
A search and rescue K9 team picked up her scent, leading crews to her body in a group of willow trees about half a mile from the end of the road.
Blaine County Sheriff Morgan Ballis says approximately 130 volunteers and 50 law enforcement and search and rescue personnel helped in the effort.
Authorities are thanking the community for its overwhelming support and asking everyone to keep Wilhelm’s family in their thoughts.
🚨 POCATELLO AMBER ALERT
AMBER ALERT CANCELLED — MISSING POCATELLO TEEN FOUND SAFE
Some good news to start your morning. An AMBER Alert issued for a missing 14-year-old girl out of Pocatello has been cancelled after authorities confirmed she was located safe.
The alert was issued after Jayleen was reported missing from the Park Avenue area of Pocatello early Tuesday morning. Police initially believed she had been abducted and asked the public for help locating her.
Authorities have now confirmed Jayleen is safe, and the AMBER Alert is no longer active.
No additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance have been released.
Crashes and Road Safety
🚧 HIGHWAY 46 REOPENS
HIGHWAY 46 REOPENS FOLLOWING SEMI-TRUCK CRASH SOUTH OF WENDELL
Highway 46 south of Wendell is back open this morning following a crash involving two semi-trucks that shut down the roadway for more than two hours yesterday afternoon.
Idaho State Police say the crash happened around 4:45 when a northbound tractor-trailer failed to yield to traffic ahead, colliding with another semi.
The driver who caused the crash suffered minor injuries.
The highway has since reopened, and traffic is moving normally through the area.
🚓 TROOPER AIDS PEDESTRIAN
IDAHO STATE TROOPER PRAISED FOR QUICK ACTION AFTER PEDESTRIAN STRUCK BY TWO VEHICLES
An Idaho State Police trooper is being credited with providing critical, potentially lifesaving assistance to a pedestrian seriously injured in a crash near Lewiston.
Authorities say a 38-year-old Lewiston man was struck by two northbound vehicles along Highway 95 Monday afternoon.
Trooper Dan Smith was the first emergency responder on scene, finding the man suffering from a severe leg injury.
Smith immediately applied a tourniquet to control the bleeding and provided medical assistance until paramedics arrived.
The victim was transported by ambulance before being airlifted to another hospital for further treatment. He remains hospitalized.
Idaho State Police Captain Mike Mooney praised Smith for his quick thinking and composure, saying his actions provided critical care when every moment mattered.
Another trooper, Riley Urquidi, was also recognized for helping coordinate the emergency response.
The crash remains under investigation.
Agriculture and Education
💧 MAGIC VALLEY WATER PROJECT
$30 MILLION WATER PROJECT MOVING FORWARD TO HELP MAGIC VALLEY FARMERS
A major water project is moving forward in Southern Idaho, and it could mean some big savings for Magic Valley farmers!
After five years of planning, construction is underway on a 30-million-dollar project designed to reduce groundwater pumping and help stabilize the region’s declining aquifer.
The Magic Valley Groundwater District and Minidoka Irrigation District are working together to bring water from the Snake River to farmland currently relying on deep wells.
The project includes a new pumping station and nine miles of pipeline, capable of delivering 36-thousand gallons of water per minute.
District Chairman Dean Stevenson says the project could replace up to 15-thousand acre-feet of groundwater pumping annually when surface water is available.
Farmers could also see lower electricity costs by shutting down expensive deep-well pumps.
The Idaho Water Resource Board is covering half the cost through a grant.
Construction is expected to wrap up in April of next year, just in time for the irrigation season.
🎓 IDAHO LAUNCH DEADLINE
IDAHO LAUNCH SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE APPROACHING — STUDENTS COULD RECEIVE UP TO $8,000
Idaho high school seniors looking to save money on college or career training have an important deadline coming up!
The priority application deadline for Idaho Launch is November 30th, and the program could cover thousands of dollars in educational expenses.
The state scholarship pays 80 percent of tuition and fees, up to eight thousand dollars, for eligible students pursuing careers in high-demand fields.
College of Southern Idaho Scholarship Coordinator Ashley Raymond says approximately 800 students used Idaho Launch at CSI this past semester.
Some of the most popular programs include nursing and radiologic technology, with scholarship funding also helping cover prerequisite courses.
Raymond says the program is making higher education more affordable as costs continue to rise. She also encourages nontraditional students to explore available technical training opportunities.
Applications are open now, with a final deadline of April 15th.
Students can learn more and apply at NextSteps.Idaho.gov/Launch.
Government and Communities
🗳️ LATAH COUNTY RECOUNT
LATAH COUNTY RECOUNT FINDS MORE THAN 2,300 UNREPORTED BALLOTS — ELECTION OUTCOMES UNCHANGED
More than 23-hundred ballots were missing from Idaho’s unofficial election-night results, but a full recount confirms the outcome of every race remains unchanged.
Election officials in Latah County discovered that results from 2,343 early voting ballots had not been transferred into the state’s election reporting system.
The ballots had been counted by voting machines, but their results were left out of the totals released on election night.
A complete recount of paper ballots, overseen by the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office, brings the county’s total to 18,104 ballots cast.
The closest issue was a Moscow School District facilities levy, which passed with 60.34 percent of the vote, just above the required 60 percent.
County Clerk Julie Fry acknowledged the reporting error should never have happened.
The updated results are expected to go before Latah County commissioners for certification today at three o’clock.
📦 DRONE DELIVERY NOISE
AMAZON DRONE DELIVERIES SPARK NOISE COMPLAINTS IN NAMPA AND MERIDIAN
Amazon’s new drone delivery service is getting packages to customers faster, but some Treasure Valley residents say it’s coming at a noisy price!
Less than two weeks after launching drone deliveries from its Nampa facility, Amazon is facing complaints about constant noise and frequent flights over neighborhoods.
Nampa officials say they’ve received at least two dozen inquiries from residents, with some describing the drones as flying lawnmowers.
One woman counted 39 drones passing over her home in less than 50 minutes Wednesday afternoon.
Amazon says it’s listening to the concerns and considering changes to flight paths to reduce the number of drones flying over certain neighborhoods.
The company maintains its drones generally fly above 200 feet and meet federal aviation requirements.
City officials are now reviewing complaints to determine whether Amazon is following the conditions of its operating permit.
Meanwhile, residents remain divided, with some enjoying the convenience while others say the constant buzzing is disrupting their neighborhoods.
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Sports
Football
🏈 MAGIC VALLEY STATE SEMIFINALS
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: FIVE MAGIC VALLEY TEAMS ONE WIN AWAY FROM STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES
Five Magic Valley high school football teams are just one victory away from playing for a state championship, and two of them will face each other tomorrow night!
In a highly anticipated 2A semifinal showdown, top-ranked Hagerman hosts fourth-ranked Oakley at seven. The Pirates have won eight straight, while Oakley comes in riding a five-game winning streak. Hagerman won their earlier matchup by just six points.
Also tomorrow, third-ranked Raft River travels to Lewiston to take on second-ranked Prairie. Kickoff is at six Mountain Time. Trojans running back Treyce Ward has rushed for more than twelve hundred yards and 19 touchdowns this season.
In 3A action, Declo meets Melba tomorrow night at 8:15 inside the ICCU Dome in Pocatello. Declo’s defense has allowed just 12 points over its last four games.
And Saturday afternoon, two-time defending 1A state champion Carey takes on undefeated Rockland at 3:45, also in Pocatello.
Four semifinal games, five Magic Valley teams, and a trip to the state championship on the line!
🏈 COLLEGE GAMEDAY IN BOISE
ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY RETURNS TO BOISE STATE FOR FIRST TIME IN 16 YEARS
The national spotlight is heading to Boise this weekend, as ESPN’s College GameDay returns to Boise State for the first time since 2010!
The three-hour live broadcast gets underway Saturday morning at seven, ahead of the 24th-ranked Broncos’ showdown with Oregon State.
The show will broadcast from DeChevrieux Field, just west of Albertsons Stadium, with gates opening bright and early at 4:30.
Admission is free, and no tickets are required.
Boise State Athletic Director Jeramiah Dickey is encouraging Bronco Nation to show up early, wear blue and orange, and help set a new College GameDay attendance record.
The first 50 fans in line will receive exclusive ESPN prize packs.
Fans can also participate in a College GameDay scavenger hunt through tomorrow afternoon for a chance at premium seating and merchandise.
Saturday’s broadcast runs from seven until ten Mountain Time on ESPN.
🏈 IDAHO STATE VS. MONTANA
IDAHO STATE PREPARES FOR SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWDOWN WITH MONTANA
The Idaho State Bengals are preparing for a big Saturday night showdown against Montana, and they’ll be playing in front of a national television audience!
Head Coach Cody Hawkins says his team is getting ready for the challenges of playing in Missoula, including a hostile crowd, a late kickoff and one of the most explosive offenses in the country.
Hawkins says Montana features an elite quarterback, a record-setting running back and an All-American receiver.
The Grizzlies have also made major defensive adjustments in recent weeks, becoming much more aggressive with quarterback pressure and man-to-man coverage.
Hawkins says Idaho State is keeping practices shorter but maintaining intensity as the Bengals work to improve their execution in critical situations.
Saturday’s game kicks off at 8:30 Mountain Time in Missoula.
Hawkins says the national spotlight is an opportunity for his players to showcase the hard work they’ve put in all season.
Volleyball
🏐 CSI VOLLEYBALL NATIONALS
CSI VOLLEYBALL HEADED TO NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT
The College of Southern Idaho volleyball team is headed to nationals, and the Golden Eagles are looking to bring home another championship!
CSI received an at-large bid to the NJCAA National Championship Tournament during Wednesday’s selection show, earning the number 12 overall seed.
The Golden Eagles finished the season 22 and 8, taking second place in the Region 18 Tournament.
Several players are also earning postseason honors. Emerson Heatwole was named Libero of the Year and earned First-Team All-Region recognition, along with Emma Pannell. Vivian Goto made the Second Team, while Laura Grasel earned Third-Team honors.
Head Coach Andria Parker was also named Co-Coach of the Year.
Parker says the goal is to win the program’s 13th national championship, but the team is taking it one match at a time.
CSI opens national tournament play Wednesday, November 18th, at six Mountain Time in Hutchinson, Kansas.
Women’s Soccer
⚽ BOISE STATE PAC-12 FINAL
BOISE STATE WOMEN’S SOCCER ADVANCES TO PAC-12 CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
The Boise State women’s soccer team is headed to the conference championship match for the third straight year!
The second-seeded Broncos shut out third-seeded San Diego State, two to nothing, Wednesday night in the Pac-12 Tournament semifinals in Logan, Utah.
After a scoreless first half, Cindy Conner put Boise State on the board in the 49th minute. Madie Donovan added another goal in the 61st minute, while goalkeeper Ava de Leest recorded eight saves to secure her 12th shutout of the season.
The Broncos improve to 15-2-2, reaching the 15-win mark for just the third time in program history.
Boise State will face the winner of Utah and Gonzaga in Saturday’s championship match.
Kickoff is set for 5:30 Mountain Time, with the game streaming on the Pac-12 YouTube channel.
⚽ IDAHO STATE SOCCER SHOOTOUT
IDAHO STATE WOMEN’S SOCCER SEASON ENDS IN HEARTBREAKING PENALTY-KICK SHOOTOUT
The Idaho State women’s soccer team saw its season come to a heartbreaking end Wednesday, following a dramatic finish in the Big Sky Conference Tournament.
The sixth-seeded Bengals battled third-seeded Northern Arizona to a 1-1 tie through regulation and two overtime periods before falling 3-2 in a penalty-kick shootout in Missoula, Montana.
Northern Arizona struck first early in the second half, but Idaho State’s Gracie East answered with the tying goal in the 71st minute.
Goalkeeper Aliya Garrett kept the Bengals in contention with eight saves as neither team could break the tie through 110 minutes of play.
Northern Arizona converted three penalty kicks to Idaho State’s two, advancing to the next round.
The Bengals finish their season 4-9-6 overall, making their first Big Sky Tournament appearance since 2023.
⚽ IDAHO SOCCER ADVANCES
IDAHO WOMEN’S SOCCER ADVANCES AFTER DRAMATIC PENALTY-KICK SHOOTOUT
The University of Idaho women’s soccer team is moving on in the postseason following a dramatic finish Wednesday afternoon in Missoula!
The Vandals defeated fifth-seeded Utah Tech, four to two in a penalty-kick shootout, after the teams battled to a 2-2 tie through regulation and double overtime.
Idaho jumped out to an early two-goal lead, with Mia Boltz and Quinn Mueller scoring just 72 seconds apart in the first half.
But Utah Tech answered with two goals of its own, including a late penalty kick that forced overtime.
After 110 minutes of play, the match came down to penalty kicks, where freshman Kailiey King delivered the winning shot to keep Idaho’s championship hopes alive.
The Vandals now advance to tomorrow’s Big Sky Conference Tournament semifinals, where they’ll face top-seeded Weber State.
That match gets underway at 1:30 in Missoula.
Basketball
⛹️ BOISE STATE 100-POINT STREAK
BOISE STATE BASKETBALL MAKES HISTORY WITH THIRD STRAIGHT 100-POINT GAME
The Boise State men’s basketball team is rewriting the record books, and the Broncos are doing it in a big way!
Boise State rolled past Oakland, 111 to 79, last night at ExtraMile Arena, scoring more than 100 points for the third consecutive game. That’s a first in program history!
Aginaldo Neto led the Broncos with 25 points, tying his career high. Damari Wheeler-Thomas added 23 points and six assists, while Dovydas Butka finished with 16 points and seven rebounds.
The Broncos shot nearly 57 percent from the floor, knocked down 14 three-pointers and forced 23 Oakland turnovers.
Boise State improves to 3-and-0 for the first time since the 2017-18 season and is averaging an impressive 114 points per game.
Up next, the Broncos face their first road test of the season Sunday against 25th-ranked Nebraska.
Tipoff is set for 11 a.m. Mountain Time.
⛹️ IDAHO VS. CAL POLY
IDAHO MEN’S BASKETBALL HOSTS CAL POLY FRIDAY NIGHT
The University of Idaho men’s basketball team is looking to keep the momentum rolling as the Vandals prepare to host Cal Poly tomorrow night in Moscow!
Idaho enters the matchup with a 2-and-1 record following a dominating 108-to-69 victory over Lincoln on Sunday.
Hudson Ward led the Vandals with a career-high 17 points, while Lapwai native Kase Wynott added 16 points, eight rebounds and seven assists.
The Vandals had six players score in double figures and reached the 100-point mark for the first time this season.
Cal Poly comes to town featuring Hamad Mousa, who scored 30 points against nationally ranked Arizona earlier this month.
Idaho leads the all-time series 14-to-9, including an overtime victory over the Mustangs last December.
Tomorrow night’s game tips off at seven Mountain Time inside ICCU Arena, with coverage on ESPN Plus.
Weather
☀️ MAGIC VALLEY DRIVE-TIME FORECASTS
(MORNING DRIVE) A beautiful Thursday ahead across the Magic Valley! Look for sunshine and a high near 65. Clouds increase tonight, with a low of 37. Tomorrow, partly sunny and 65 again, but winds could gust to 28 miles an hour. Rain moves in late Friday night, with Saturday cooling to just 51.
(AFTERNOON DRIVE) A beautiful afternoon across the Magic Valley, with plenty of sunshine and highs near 65! Tonight, clouds increase with temperatures dropping to 37. Tomorrow brings partly sunny skies and another high of 65, but watch for wind gusts up to 28 miles an hour. Rain arrives late Friday night, with a cooler Saturday ahead and highs near 51.
(EVENING DRIVE) A mild evening across the Magic Valley, with clouds increasing overnight and temperatures dropping to around 37. Tomorrow, partly sunny skies with a high near 65, but winds could gust up to 28 miles an hour. Rain moves in late Friday night, with an 80 percent chance of showers. Saturday turns cooler, with morning showers possible and highs near 51.
🌦️ MAGIC VALLEY EXTENDED FORECAST
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 65. East southeast wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Friday Night: Showers, mainly between 11pm and 5am. Low around 41. Southeast wind 9 to 11 mph becoming west southwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 51.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 31.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 54.
Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34.
Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 48.
Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 49.
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