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2+ hour, 48+ min ago (918+ words) snow capped mountains reflected in still lake water in the Idaho countryside - Ron And Patty Thomas/Getty Images From the remote, quiet lakes and wild, rapid rivers, to the mountainous wilderness ... Explore and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. From the remote, quiet lakes and wild, rapid rivers, to the mountainous wilderness areas and nearly 130 hot springs, Idaho is full of adventure and just waiting to be explored. Whether you're taking a winter road trip through snow-covered landscapes or hiking adventurous trails in Idaho's national forests, you're going to need somewhere special to rest your weary head at the end of a busy day. Luckily, Idaho has you covered if you're looking for a peaceful, secluded, and one-of-a-kind Airbnb to escape to. Giant potatoes, enormous flower pots, repurposed lookout posts,…...

21+ hour, 3+ min ago (532+ words) BYU women's basketball took a 65-59 lead against Idaho State with 3:59 to play on Thursday in the Marriott Center, then both teams went scoreless for over three minutes. Somebody was going to have to make a play to put this one away. That somebody was sophomore forward Cambri Barber. Barber's athletic block against ISU's Aspen Caldwell " Barber went up high and smothered Caldwell's shot attempt with both hands " led to a breakaway layup for Laura Rohkohl, whose score with 48 seconds remaining was the clincher in a 68-59 victory. Barber's numbers (five points, seven rebounds, four blocks and one steal) were essential in overcoming some long offensive droughts against a competitive team from Idaho State and also critical because she missed the first nine games of the season with an injury. Freshman Olivia Hamlin used her speed to continually get behind the Bengals…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (224+ words) POCATELLO " Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed an influenza-related death in Health District 6, marking Idaho's second flu death of the season. The person who died was a man in his 50s. Health officials expressed condolences to the man's family and emphasized the importance of taking steps to prevent further spread of the virus. Last flu season, Idaho reported 87 influenza-related deaths. Officials are urging residents who have not yet been vaccinated to visit their health care provider, local public health district, or pharmacy. They note that getting vaccinated now will offer protection through the remainder of the flu season. Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that typically causes fever, headache, fatigue, and sometimes cough or sore throat. While most people recover within a few days, the flu can lead to serious complications and even death. Those at higher risk for severe illness…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (418+ words) Flooding in North Idaho washed over roads, closed trails, prompted evacuations and nearly trapped a Kingston family inside their residence before they were rescued by firefighters. The high waters covered areas of Kootenai, Shoshone and Bonner counties on Thursday, just after the National Weather Service issued a warning that the Coeur d'Alene River at Cataldo may rise due to snowmelt. Shoshone County declared a state of emergency Thursday and deployed additional patrol units and EMS to help. Affected areas include Coeur d'Alene River Road, Beaver Creek, Prichard Creek and the St. Joe River Road, the county wrote on its Facebook page. People in and near Clark Fork, Idaho, were also encouraged to evacuate to Sandpoint Friday. Others were told to stay out of the area, according to a social media post from the Bonner County Sheriff's Office. Waters on Thursday…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (240+ words) Editor's note: This video includes swearing and physical confrontation. Viewer discretion is advised." RATHDRUM, Idaho " Rathdrum Police Chief Daniel Haley has made claims of witness intimidation just before a major trial in Kootenai County. Chief Haley sent a letter to the Coeur d'Alene city prosecutor on Thursday. In the letter, he alleged intimidation by Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris. "I view this revocation as retaliatory and an intimidation tactic as I am preparing to testify as a witness in the upcoming trial," Haley stated. Last Thursday, it was reported that Sheriff Norris revoked Haley's special deputy privileges with the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office. The privileges of Coeur d'Alene Police Chief Lee White and Captain David Hagar were also revoked. In the letter to the prosecutor, Chief Haley expressed concern over the timing. This development comes ahead of the trial against…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (167+ words) The most active weather is missing southern Idaho to the north as an atmospheric slams Washington and Montana. When will we start to see rain?" ... The most active weather is missing southern Idaho to the north as an atmospheric slams Washington and Montana The work week starts out nice too but change moves in on Tuesday An 80% chance of showers is expected and doesn't dip below 60% through next Friday with plenty of showers on the way Temperatures are sticking to that 50 degree mark which is concerning for mountain ranges The of course track cooler than the valley floors but our temperatures usually reflect only 10-20 degrees cooler which would put them barely at the below freezing mark Snow will begin to accumulate into the later part of next week but the temperature trend doesn't look helpful when it comes to healthy…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago (755+ words) BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) " Idaho's state budget is projected to end the current fiscal year 2026 with a deficit of $40.3 million, according to the last major revenue report that the state is expected to release before the upcoming 2026 legislative session begins in January. The projected budget deficit has shrunk from an estimated $58.3 million last month to $40.3 million this month, according to the Legislative Services Office. The projected budget deficit is important because the Idaho Constitution prohibits the state from running a budget deficit and requires the state to pass a balanced budget. During a closely watched state tax conference in Boise last week, Republican Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke sounded an alarm about the state budget situation, the Idaho Capital Sun previously reported. House Minority Leader Ilana Rubel, D-Boise, said the budget shortfall was entirely created by the Idaho Legislature. In an…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago (979+ words) The Gem State Housing Alliance announced its official launch Tuesday, forming a coalition that seeks to advise cities and counties on their respective housing policies in an effort to lift local development restrictions that prevent homes from being built and, in turn, keep supply low and prices high. The Gem State Housing Alliance (GSHA) is being spearheaded by Ali Rabe, Idaho's District 16 senator who serves as the executive director of the organization. She has taken on the position after six years as the executive director of Jesse Tree, a Boise-based housing organization providing rental assistance and eviction-related advisement. The group features a board of directors of affordable housing advocates, real estate developers and consultants from across the state. This includes Caleb Roope, CEO of Eagle-based developer The Pacific Companies, and Maggie Lyons, executive director of northern Idaho's Panhandle Affordable Housing…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago (210+ words) BOISE " An Idaho wildland firefighter who suffered a traumatic brain injury when a tree struck him while fighting a wildfire is returning home Monday following more than a year of recovery. Justin Shaw was injured in August 2024 when a burning tree fell on him, striking him multiple times and throwing him into the flames. He was fighting the Coffee Can Saddle Fire in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest near Riggins. Shaw's crew pulled him from the fire and performed life-saving measures before he was transported for treatment. Shaw suffered severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury with CTE, communication difficulties, left-eye blindness, right-eye optic nerve damage, a pulmonary embolism and facial fractures. Despite the challenges, Shaw has made significant progress, according to his brother, Jordan, and sister-in-law, Courtney Shaw. According to his GoFundMe page, he has been recovering at a…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago (810+ words) An Idaho legislative task force is preparing to propose a complete re-write of the state's child custody code. The Child Custody and Domestic Relations Task Force met Wednesday to discuss its legislative proposals compiled after hours of meetings with testimony from judges, attorneys, parents, social workers, advocates and others. "It's like we're playing catch up from years and years and years of problems," task force member Sen. Carl Bjerke, R-Coeur d'Alene, said Wednesday. The exact draft bill proposal wasn't available Wednesday. Co-Chair Rep. Heather Scott, R-Blanchard, said changes were still being made. There will also be a proposal to clarify that police must enforce violations of custody orders, and to require a wealthier parent to pay attorneys fees for the other parent in cases where there is a substantial resource imbalance. The proposed changes and a "white paper" report outlining…...