NEWS
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION – JEROME
A shooting investigation is underway in Jerome after police respond Saturday afternoon near West Main Street. Three suspects run from the scene, one is now in custody. Officers are still searching for two others and a red minivan connected to the case.
MURDER CONVICTION – MINIDOKA COUNTY
A jury finds Klee Morrison guilty of first-degree murder and related charges in a 2022 Minidoka County killing. Investigators say he and his brother kill Julio Lopez and burn his truck in the desert. Sentencing is set for June, while his brother is already serving life.
HOSPICE THEFT CASE – BOISE
A Boise woman avoids prison after admitting to stealing thousands of dollars in jewelry from hospice patients. A judge orders alternative sentencing, citing treatment efforts, while prosecutors call the crime a serious abuse of trust.
“KILL LIST” CASE – BAIL REQUEST
A couple convicted in a high-profile “kill list” case is now asking a judge to lower their multi-million dollar bail. Attorneys argue they need better access to legal research while behind bars as the case continues to move forward.
MISSING PERSON – GOODING
Police in Gooding are asking for help finding a missing man last seen driving north on Highway 46. Investigators say Jose Jimenez Ruiz may be near Anderson Reservoir and could be in distress after receiving difficult news earlier in the day.
DROUGHT IMPACT – IDAHO AGRICULTURE
Farmers across Idaho are bracing for a difficult growing season under ongoing drought conditions. Orchard owners say water shortages could force them to cut production, raising concerns about long-term impacts on crops that take years to establish.
EDUCATION FUNDING – IDAHO
New data shows Idaho ranks last in the nation for per-student education spending. The state spends just over 11-thousand dollars per student, far below the national average, continuing a trend that has kept Idaho near the bottom for more than a decade.
TRANSPORTATION PLAN – MAGIC VALLEY
Transportation planners in the Magic Valley are asking for public input on a long-range plan shaping roads, transit, and growth. Officials say feedback has been limited so far, with a deadline approaching to help guide development across Twin Falls and Jerome County.
ONLINE EDUCATION CUTS – IDAHO
Changes are coming to online education in Idaho as a new law cuts funding for elementary-level courses. State officials say the program will now prioritize rural students, while limiting how many classes others can take starting this fall.
NEW BUSINESS – TWIN FALLS
A new Panera Bread opens in Twin Falls Wednesday, with doors opening at 7 a.m. The first 100 customers receive free meals for a year, as the company celebrates its arrival with a grand opening and community welcome.
SPORTS
CSI RODEO – NATIONAL FINALS
The College of Southern Idaho is sending eight athletes to the College National Finals Rodeo in June. Celie Davis leads the group after winning all-around cowgirl and rookie of the year honors, while several teammates also qualify across multiple events.
LOCAL SIGNINGS – VOLLEYBALL & TRACK
Jerome senior Molly Mangino signs to play volleyball at Big Bend Community College after a four-year high school career. Meanwhile, Canyon Ridge standout Kaylee Smith commits to Northwest Nazarene, choosing to stay close to home for her college track career.
CSI BASEBALL – STRONG SEASON
CSI baseball continues to shine this season with strong performances on the mound and at the plate. Grayson Riding holds opponents to a low batting average, while Crew Secrist ranks among the nation’s leaders in hits and doubles.
BOISE STATE – MAJOR DONATION
Boise State Athletics receives a major private donation to support its North End Zone project. The investment aims to improve facilities for student-athletes while creating a new gathering space for fans and the broader Boise community.
DISTRICT SOFTBALL – MATCHUPS
Tomorrow in District softball, third-seeded Jerome hosts sixth-seed Canyon Ridge, while fourth-seed Wood River takes on fifth-seed Minico at Wood River. Both games help decide who advances deeper into district play.
WEATHER
Wednesday
Partly sunny, with a high near 64. East wind 5 to 9 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. Northwest wind 7 to 11 mph becoming east after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 23 mph.
Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 67. Northeast wind 8 to 14 mph.
Thursday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 40. North wind 7 to 15 mph becoming east southeast after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph.
Friday
Sunny, with a high near 71.
Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 43.
Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 77.
Saturday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.
Sunday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.
Sunday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50.
Monday
A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79.
Monday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50.
Tuesday
A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.
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