Boise State’s 21-point fourth quarter clinches bowl eligibility
Boise State scored three fourth-quarter touchdowns to beat Washington State 31-10 and qualify for its 29th consecutive bowl-eligible season.
Boise, ID
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Eckert Road bridge closes as Boise reconstruction begins
The Eckert Road crossing closed Oct. 12 as ACHD began replacing two bridges and rebuilding the Boise Avenue intersection.
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Timberline postpones homecoming events; Oct. 10 dance stays scheduled
Timberline postponed its homecoming events for the week except the Oct. 10 dance as Boise police investigated reported online threats involving a student.
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Boise Airport receives $74 million in federal infrastructure grants
Boise Airport announced a $74 million federal grant award for infrastructure projects, adding significant funding to its ongoing modernization program.
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Boise police shooting investigation continues after suspect’s death
A fatal Boise police shooting involving a knife-wielding suspect remained under investigation after the Ada County coroner identified the man killed.
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Boise students return Aug. 12 as schools finish summer upgrades
Boise School District students return Aug. 12, with enrollment and transportation preparations underway and facility work continuing at two Boise schools.
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Boise Airport’s $74 million federal award moves into its next construction phase
Boise Airport’s $74 million in FAA grants supports active runway and apron work, with an August 12 outreach event for trade partners and contractors.
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Boise State fall move-in will overlap with Greenbelt and campus-access closures
Boise State move-in runs August 19-20 while Greenbelt, West Stadium Lot and Bronco Lane work continues. Permit sales begin August 3, and classes start August 24.
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Boise council sets Aug. 11 hearing on 135.9-acre Orchard Street mixed-use subdivision
Boise City Council is scheduled to hear a preliminary plat application for 35 buildable lots on 135.9 acres at 6310 S. Orchard St. on Aug. 11, 2026.
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Central District Health schedules Aug. 14 Board of Health meeting in Boise
Central District Health has listed a public Board of Health meeting for Aug. 14, 2026, in Boise, with public comments accepted under the agency’s procedures and deadlines.
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Boise Foothills trail closures continue after Claremont Fire
Some Boise Foothills trails have reopened, but others in and around Hulls Gulch and Military Reserve remained closed as Claremont Fire containment work continued.
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Boise adopts emergency restrictions for high-powered electric motorcycles
Boise City Council approved an emergency ordinance setting road-use, registration, insurance, title and licensing requirements for certain high-powered electric motorcycles and similar vehicles.
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Boise police say knife-wielding suspect died after officer-involved shooting
Boise police said a suspect they described as knife-wielding died after an officer-involved shooting July 23. Available reporting did not identify the person or provide key details about the encounter.
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Boise schools set Aug. 12 opening as families prepare for 2026-27 year
Most Boise School District K-12 students are scheduled to begin the 2026-27 school year Aug. 12, with pre-K and early-childhood special-education programs beginning Aug. 17.
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Boise River tubing route reopens after fallen-tree obstruction
A Boise River tubing route was reported reopened by July 27, 2026, after a fallen tree affected access during the active summer tubing season.
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Boise gives mayor emergency authority to restrict potable-water use during droughts
Boise City Council approved an ordinance July 1 allowing the mayor to limit lawn watering and other potable-water uses during a drought emergency.
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Wildfire smoke keeps Boise-area air unhealthy for sensitive groups; outdoor burning prohibited
Idaho DEQ forecasts Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups air quality in the Treasure Valley on Aug. 1, with an AQI of 135, as wildfire smoke continues to affect the region. An advisory is active in Ada County, where outdoor burning is prohibited.
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Boise Gas Prices Edge Up to $4.304 as Diesel Reaches $5.339
Boise City metro regular gas rose to $4.304 and diesel to $5.339 in AAA’s July 31 snapshot, with diesel posting the larger longer-term increases.
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Fake permit invoices target Boise applicants. How to verify payment requests
Fake permit invoices using real Boise project details are pressuring applicants to pay quickly. Officials say to verify requests independently before sending money.
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Boise smoke advisory prohibits outdoor burning in Ada County
An Idaho DEQ smoke advisory covers Ada County, prohibiting outdoor burning as wildfire haze affects Boise and the Treasure Valley. Here is what residents should do.
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Boise River Greenbelt safety debate returns after fatal stabbing: what officials say now
After a July 6 fatal stabbing on the Boise River Greenbelt, Boise Police say patrols have increased and residents should report suspicious activity—investigation ongoing.
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Boise e-moto crackdown starts July 1: ITD says licensing, registration, insurance required
Starting July 1, Boise says e-motos meeting the 750-watt/28-mph definition must be titled, registered, and insured—and riders need a motorcycle endorsement.