Your Daily Briefing – 01/06/2025 – Lee Family Broadcasting

News Headlines

Cassia County Deputies Arrest Suspect Following Car Theft and Pursuit

Yesterday, Cassia County deputies responded to a stolen vehicle report after a blue sedan was taken from a gas station in Burley. A deputy located the car and initiated a traffic stop, but the suspect fled, sparking a brief pursuit. Deputies later arrested the suspect, who was booked on felony charges at the Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center.

Suspect in Twin Falls Standoff Faces Felony Charges

Tyrone Grigg, the suspect involved in last week’s police standoff in Twin Falls, appeared before a judge on Friday. Grigg faces felony charges of kidnapping and assault on law enforcement. The judge set his bond at $500,000 following his arrest after a six-hour standoff.

Ada County Paramedic Dies in Off-Duty Crash

An Ada County paramedic died in an off-duty crash on Saturday morning on US20 near Notus. The 33-year-old paramedic was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the other vehicle, a Tundra, was airlifted to the hospital.

Jerome Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement

A Jerome woman accused of stealing $350,000 from her employer has reached a plea deal. Forty-six-year-old April S. Jarvis pled guilty to grand theft, forgery, and fraudulent use of a financial card. She will serve 180 days in jail, pay $200,000 in restitution, and face five years of felony probation after her sentence.

Federal Judge Upholds Idaho Ban on Publicly Funded Gender-Affirming Care

A federal judge has denied a request to block Idaho’s law banning public funds from covering gender-affirming health care. The law, in effect since July, prohibits Medicaid from funding such treatments. Plaintiffs argued it violates constitutional rights, but the judge ruled there was no clear evidence of harm, noting a 90-day tapering protocol for care.

Governor Little to Deliver 2025 State of the State Address

Idaho Governor Brad Little is set to deliver his 2025 State of the State address today at 1 p.m. Education is expected to be a major focus, given the largest state budget in history. The governor also addressed potential Bible readings in schools, expressing concerns over mandatory mandates. Priorities include Medicaid reform, student programs, and wildfire protection funding.

Idaho Time Reservation System Launches

Idaho’s new camping reservation system, Idaho Time, launches this week, replacing Reserve America. Reservations will open in stages, starting today. Campers are advised to prepare for high demand and check Facebook for details.

Sports

Boise State Women’s Basketball Falls Short Against UNLV

Boise State women’s basketball narrowly lost 61-57 to UNLV on Saturday at ExtraMile Arena. Despite leading by seven heading into the fourth quarter, a 10-2 Lady Rebels run shifted momentum. Elodie Lalotte’s late bucket briefly gave the Broncos a lead, but UNLV sealed the game with a basket and clutch free throws. The Broncos travel to Utah State for a 6 p.m. game on Wednesday.

Boise State Men’s Basketball Streak Ends

Boise State men’s basketball saw its five-game win streak snapped Saturday, falling 76-68 to San Diego State at ExtraMile Arena. This marked the Broncos’ first home and conference loss this season. They aim to rebound tomorrow, hosting UNLV at 8:30 p.m.

CSI Basketball Teams Secure Wins

The 15th-ranked College of Southern Idaho (CSI) men’s basketball team edged out a 75-74 win Saturday in Scenic West play with a last-second lead. They host Salt Lake Community College Wednesday.
The 8th-ranked CSI women’s basketball team defeated North Idaho 80-69 in their Scenic West opener. At 13-3, they also host Salt Lake Community College Wednesday.

Idaho Vandals Basketball Weekend Results

The Vandals women’s basketball team bounced back with a 63-50 win over Montana, improving to 1-1 in Big Sky play and 9-4 overall. They begin a four-game homestand Thursday at 6 p.m. against Sacramento State.
The Vandals men’s basketball team narrowly lost 73-71 to Montana on Saturday. They head to Sacramento State Thursday and Portland State Saturday.

Idaho State Falls in Overtime

Idaho State men’s basketball suffered a 93-92 overtime loss to Northern Colorado in Greeley on Saturday. The Bengals continue seeking their first win there since the 2020-21 season.

High School Basketball Highlights

Boys’ Results (Friday):

Skyline edged Kimberly 56-52 at the East Idaho Holiday Shootout.
Idaho Falls defeated Wood River 72-49.
Sugar-Salem topped Burley 60-54.
Dietrich beat Glenns Ferry 91-69.

Boys’ Results (Saturday):

Declo dominated Melba 64-25.
Watersprings defeated Hansen 71-32.

Girls’ Results (Friday):

Grace defeated Murtaugh 52-27.
Oakley bested Soda Springs 49-35.
Jerome edged Kuna 49-42.

Girls’ Results (Saturday):

Mountain View triumphed over Jerome in overtime, 43-39.
Ririe beat Declo 68-43.

Today’s Games:

Boys: Camas County visits Glenns Ferry, Gooding is at Hansen, and Sun Valley plays Valley.
Girls: Richfield faces Castleford, and Wood River travels to Hagerman.

Weather

Monday

Daytime: A chance of rain before 11 a.m., then rain and snow possible. Cloudy with a high near 40°F. Calm winds becoming north-northwest at 5-7 mph. Precipitation chance: 30%. Minimal snow accumulation expected.
Night: A slight chance of rain and snow before 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, low around 29°F. Northwest wind 3-6 mph. Precipitation chance: 20%.