IDAHO NEWS ROUNDUP — November 3, 2025
Fruitland Case: Charges Filed in Michael Vaughan Disappearance
Four years after five-year-old Michael Vaughan went missing from Fruitland, the Payette County Prosecutor’s Office has filed charges in his disappearance and murder. One suspect, Stacey Wondra, faces multiple felony counts while serving time in an Arizona federal prison.
Magic Valley Voters Head to Polls Tuesday
Magic Valley voters head to the polls tomorrow with key city and school decisions on the ballot. Buhl, Filer, Burley, and Twin Falls all have contested city races, while seven local school districts are asking voters to approve more than $33 million in bonds and levies.
Jerome Farmer Cited in Campaign Finance Case
A Jerome County farmer is learning about Idaho’s campaign finance laws after opposing the valley school levy. Dean Dimond says he overreported his spending to protect others, listing $5,000 in expenses while actually spending about $160. Secretary of State Phil McGrane says transparency and accuracy are key in all campaign reporting.
Idaho Libraries Lose Federal Funding
Idaho libraries are feeling the impact after the Trump Administration ended the federal Digital Equity Act program. Idaho was set to receive $6.3 million to expand digital access statewide. Library officials say the loss limits efforts to close the state’s digital divide.
I-84 Crash Near Jerome Clears
All westbound lanes of I-84 near Exit 173 have reopened after a crash involving a pickup and sedan last night. The highway was shut down around 6 p.m. as crews from ISP and Jerome County responded.
Halloween Speeding in Twin Falls
Idaho State Police say a driver was clocked at 100 miles per hour in Twin Falls on Halloween night. Troopers warn such speeds endanger pedestrians and drivers. Holiday patrols will increase over the next two months.
Small Earthquake Near Lava Hot Springs
A magnitude 2.8 earthquake rattled areas near Lund and Lava Hot Springs Saturday evening. The U.S. Geological Survey reports it struck just after 6 p.m. at a depth of about nine miles.
Former Deputy AG Appeals Whistleblower Case
A former deputy attorney general has appealed her whistleblower case to the Idaho Supreme Court after a judge dismissed it. Daphne Huang claims she was wrongfully fired from Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s office after raising ethical concerns tied to a child care grant investigation.
SPORTS ROUNDUP
Idaho High School Football Playoffs
It’s playoff time in Idaho high school football — and 13 Magic Valley teams are chasing state titles!
- 5A: Twin Falls shut out Ridgevue 38–0; Minico fell to Sandpoint 28–24.
- 4A: Buhl beat McCall-Donnelly 45–19; Gooding lost 34–21 to Snake River; Kimberly had a first-round bye.
- 3A: Declo’s season ended with a 24–14 loss to New Plymouth.
- 2A: Kamiah crushed Glenns Ferry 86–22; Logos topped Oakley 62–12; Prairie edged Valley 50–44; Hagerman stormed Potlatch 64–20; Raft River earned a bye.
- 1A: Tri-Valley defeated Hansen 64–20; Carey advanced with a bye as district champs.
CSI Basketball Dominates
The CSI men’s basketball team stayed perfect, crushing Southern Nevada 103–73 behind a near triple-double from Ace Reiser (13 pts, 15 rebs, 8 asts).
The CSI women also rolled, forcing 33 turnovers in an 80–30 win over Central Wyoming, led by Savannah Stoker’s 18 points. Both Golden Eagle squads are now 2–0.
CSI Volleyball Heads to Region 18 Tournament
The #17 CSI Volleyball Team enters the Region 18 Tournament as the No. 2 seed after sweeping North Idaho. Mina Benucci led with 10 kills as CSI improved to 18–8. Tournament play begins Wednesday in Salt Lake City.
Boise State’s Home Streak Snapped
Boise State’s 16-game home win streak is over after a 30–7 loss to Fresno State. Despite holding the Bulldogs to just 35 passing yards, three turnovers doomed the Broncos. They travel to San Diego State next Saturday.
Idaho Vandals Win Overtime Thriller
The Idaho Vandals pulled off a Halloween thriller, defeating #19 Northern Arizona 35–32 in OT. Elisha “Turbo” Cummings scored twice, kicker Owen Adams tied it with a 42-yard field goal, and Hayden Kincheloe’s 1-yard run sealed the win. Idaho hosts UC Davis next.
Idaho State Upsets UC Davis
The Idaho State Bengals stunned #6 UC Davis, 38–36, behind Dason Brooks’ 219 rushing yards and two TDs. Trajan Sinatra’s 50-yard field goal in the final minute sealed the win — their first against a Top-10 team since 2021.
WEATHER FORECAST
Today: Partly sunny, turning clear with highs near 64°F.
Tonight: Increasing clouds, low around 44°F.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, cooler, high near 57°F.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, low near 42°F.
Wednesday: Cloudy with highs near 63°F, breezy.
Wednesday Night: 40% chance of showers, low near 41°F.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 54°F.
Thursday Night: 20% chance of showers, low near 40°F.
Friday: 50% chance of showers, high near 54°F.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, low near 36°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 55°F.
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 59°F.
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