STATE POLITICS | Idaho Lawmakers Target Custody Reforms
An Idaho legislative task force is preparing reforms to the state’s child custody laws after months of emotional testimony. Proposals include limits on temporary custody orders, better judge training, protections for abuse victims, and a plan requiring wealthier parents to help pay legal fees in custody disputes.
TRANSPORTATION | ITD Seeks Public Input on Rail Plan
The Idaho Transportation Department is asking for public input as it updates the Statewide Rail Plan. An online survey open through today lets Idahoans guide the plan set for release in spring 2026.
COMMUNITY | Rupert Welcomes Beverly Lallman Home
Rupert’s Beverly Lallman, a retired 911 dispatcher, received a heartfelt welcome home yesterday after a serious car crash in California. Emergency crews and community members escorted her from Jerome County Airport to Minidoka Regional Hospital.
HEALTHCARE | St. Luke’s, Humana Split in 2026
Starting January 2026, St. Luke’s Health System hospitals will no longer be in-network for patients with Humana Medicare Advantage plans. Humana says it couldn’t reach a new agreement with St. Luke’s, though coverage continues through 2025. Members can still visit other in-network hospitals like Saint Alphonsus and Treasure Valley Hospital.
CRIME | Excavator Destroys Home in Post Falls
In Post Falls, a man used an excavator to destroy a newly built home early yesterday. Police arrested 29-year-old Fred Kudrna for DUI and malicious injury to property after he fled the scene. The home had just been sold but wasn’t yet occupied.
TRAGEDY | Child Killed in Boise Crash
A young girl died after being hit by a pickup truck yesterday afternoon in Boise’s North End. The girl later died at the hospital.
ELECTIONS | Boise Attorney Enters Governor’s Race
Boise attorney Terri Pickens has announced her run for Idaho governor on the Democratic ticket, calling for leaders who “listen and act.”
COURTS | Twin Falls Businessman Ruled Competent for Trial
Twin Falls businessman Daniel Churchman, accused of drug trafficking and grand theft, has been ruled competent to stand trial. Churchman waived his preliminary hearing and was bound over to district court after posting a $100,000 bond.
CRIME | Twin Falls Man Faces Sex Abuse Charges
A 34-year-old Twin Falls man, Joaquin De Jesus Estrada, is facing multiple sex abuse charges after a teen told police he began abusing her last year and took photos of the encounters. Estrada is being held on $500,000 bond.
SPORTS
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL | Semifinal Weekend in Idaho
It’s semifinal weekend across Idaho high school football and four teams in each class are just one win away from the state title game! In 6A, Rocky Mountain visits Rigby, and Coeur d’Alene takes on Timberline at Dona Larsen Park — both at 7 p.m. Friday.
In 5A, defending champ Hillcrest hosts Twin Falls at 7 p.m., while Skyline travels to undefeated Bishop Kelly, also 7 p.m. Friday.
In 4A, Kimberly hits the road to unbeaten Fruitland at 7 p.m., and Homedale faces Sugar-Salem inside the mini-Dome — kickoff 5:30 Friday.
3A action begins tomorrow: Aberdeen meets Ririe at 7 p.m., followed by West Side versus Nampa Christian 8:15 Friday, both inside the mini-Dome.
2A semifinal matchups — Grace visits Kendrick at 6 p.m. Pacific Friday in the Kibbie Dome, while Logos travels to Kamiah at 7 p.m.
And in 1A, Carey visits Council and Wallace meets Tri-Valley, both 1 p.m. Saturday.
It’s championship season in Idaho high school football — good luck to all the Magic Valley teams!
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL | New Rules This Season
High school basketball tips off Friday night, and fans will notice some new rule changes this season. Intentional fouls will now be judged by severity, and slapping the backboard on a missed block counts as basket interference. The biggest change: new throw-in spots in both the front and back court.
COMMUNITY SPORTS | Buhl Students Raise $12K for Safe House
Two Buhl High seniors, Stori Poppay and Noah Penman, turned their senior project into success — raising over $12,000 for The Safe House in Twin Falls through a charity golf tournament at Clear Lake Country Club.
COLLEGE SPORTS | CSI Women Stay Undefeated
The CSI Women’s Basketball Team stays undefeated! Sophomore Savannah Stoker led the Golden Eagles past No. 3 Eastern Arizona and earned SWAC Player of the Week honors.
VOLLEYBALL | CSI Dominates Region 18 Honors
The CSI Volleyball Team dominated Region 18 honors! Hazuna Akishige repeated as Libero of the Year, joined on the first team by Mina Benucci. Vivian Goto and Isabel Smart earned second-team spots after leading CSI to an 18–9 season.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Broncos Roll Past UTRGV
Boise State rolled past UTRGV, 85-65, last night at ExtraMile Arena. Andrew Meadow led the way with 21 points, while Javan Buchanan added 15 and Dylan Andrews chipped in 12. The Broncos improve to 2-1 and host Montana State this Saturday, tipoff at 2 p.m.
FOOTBALL | Vandals Face Sacramento State Finale
The Idaho Vandals hit the road for their final trip of the season — facing Sacramento State Saturday at 6 p.m. Quarterback Joshua Wood leads all Big Sky QBs in rushing as Idaho looks to finish strong in their final Big Sky matchup with the Hornets.
FOOTBALL | Boise State Visits San Diego State
Boise State football looks to bounce back Saturday at San Diego State after a tough loss to Fresno State. With quarterback Maddux Madsen sidelined, Max Cutforth gets the start as the Broncos face the Aztecs, who boast one of the nation’s top defenses. Kickoff’s at 7 p.m.
WEATHER FORECAST
Mostly cloudy today with a high near 64 and light east winds. Tonight, clouds clear late with a low around 39. Thursday looks mostly sunny and mild, reaching the mid-60s before rain chances return late Thursday night into Friday morning. Cooler by the weekend, with highs in the 50s and more rain possible Sunday into early next week.
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. East northeast wind around 6 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy during the early evening, then gradual clearing, with a low around 39.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. East wind 7–9 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: 40% chance of rain, mainly after 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, low around 44.
Friday: 50% chance of rain, mainly before 11 a.m. Partly sunny, high near 59.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 38.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 56.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 36.
Sunday: 30% chance of rain, mainly after 11 a.m. Partly sunny, high near 52.
Sunday Night: 40% chance of rain, low around 37.
Monday: 40% chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, high near 49.
Monday Night: Chance of rain and snow, low around 31.
Tuesday: Slight chance of rain and snow. Partly sunny, high near 43.
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