MAGIC VALLEY NEWS
MEDICAID RULE TIGHTENS
Idaho lawmakers approved a stricter Medicaid requirement—three months of work, school, or volunteering to qualify. Supporters say it protects the system, critics say it could limit access to care.
BUHL COUNCILMAN ARRESTED
A Buhl city council member is facing charges after allegedly interfering with a traffic stop. Police say 49-year-old Ryan Loos appeared intoxicated, ignored commands, and had a THC vape.
TRAILER FIRE DESTROYS HOMES
A fast-moving fire ripped through a Heyburn trailer court, destroying two homes and killing several pets. Wind helped the flames spread quickly near Highway 24.
GOVERNOR FACES EDUCATION BACKLASH
Governor Brad Little is under fire from educators after signing a bill limiting union activity. The Idaho Education Association has issued a vote of no confidence.
KETCHUM CONTRACT CONTROVERSY
The Blaine County Sheriff’s Office is raising concerns after Ketchum voted to end their contract. Officials warn the shift in policing style could impact public safety.
PASTOR CASE DELAYED
An Elmore County judge is delaying a ruling on whether to dismiss a sexual assault charge against a Mountain Home pastor. The case hinges on how Idaho law defines duress.
DRUG TAKE BACK DAY
Unused medications can be dropped off safely this Saturday from 10 to 2 across Twin Falls, Filer, Gooding, Heyburn, and Hailey.
STUDENTS DESIGN LICENSE PLATE
Idaho elementary students are invited to design a new agriculture-themed license plate. Entries are due May 1, with the winning class earning a pizza party.
SPORTS
BURLEY FALLS IN DOUBLEHEADER
Burley softball drops two to Preston—7-6 and 5-3. Aaliyah Olmos goes 4-for-4 in game one, Taylin Beck homers in game two.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL SCHEDULE
Games kick off at 2 with Lighthouse Christian at Wells. Full slate at 4 includes Glenns Ferry, Filer, Buhl, Declo, and Canyon Ridge. Evening matchups continue at 6.
SOFTBALL MATCHUPS TODAY
First pitch at 4—Kimberly at Buhl, Filer at Gooding, Declo at Wendell. Rematches follow at 6 with site flips.
CSI SOFTBALL ON FIRE
CSI sweeps Treasure Valley 15-6 and 10-1. Adi Hansen sets a single-season record with 49 stolen bases—third in the nation.
CSI BASEBALL DOMINATES
Ryder Cutlip named Player of the Week—.600 average, 3 home runs, 11 RBI. CSI holds a two-game conference lead.
CSI RODEO STRONG FINISH
Men take third, women second in Colorado. Multiple individual wins, with the women still ranked first overall.
BOISE STATE GOLF WINS TITLE
Boise State beats Idaho by 16 strokes. Gavyn Knight takes individual honors at 8-under.
BSU GETS $1 MILLION BOOST
An anonymous donation will support Boise State athletics and facility upgrades.
WEATHER
TODAY: WINDY, WET, AND MESSY
Showers and possible thunderstorms before 3 PM, then scattered storms later. High near 54°F, with gusty winds up to 40 mph. Rain chances at 90%.
TONIGHT: MORE SHOWERS
Showers likely before 4 AM. Low around 38°F, breezy conditions continue.
THURSDAY: IMPROVING
Slight morning shower chance, then partly sunny with a high near 56°F.
THURSDAY NIGHT
Mostly clear, low around 33°F, winds easing overnight.
FRIDAY
Sunny with a high near 57°F.
FRIDAY NIGHT
Mostly clear, low around 33°F.
SATURDAY
20% chance of showers after noon, high near 60°F.
SATURDAY NIGHT
Slight chance of showers, low around 38°F.
SUNDAY
30% chance of showers, high near 59°F.
SUNDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy, low around 37°F.
MONDAY
30% chance of showers, high near 60°F.
MONDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy, low around 38°F.
TUESDAY
30% chance of showers, high near 63°F.
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