1+ day, 23+ hour ago (151+ words) I'm the Idaho News 6 reporter dedicated to bringing you the latest stories from Canyon County. Idaho State Police are asking for information on a crash that killed 7-year-old Graham Summers on Tuesday. The crashed happened at 3:06 p.m. on westbound I-84 near milepost 39 in Canyon County. RELATED: Coroner identifies 7-year-old killed in I-84 crash near Nampa Police say a GMC Sierra rear-ended a 2013 box truck. Three other people inside the GMC were sent to the hospital. Canyon County coroner Jennifer Crawford said Summers died at the scene from blunt force injuries. Idaho State Police are asking anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has information or video to contact dispatch at 208-846-7500. WATCH: Family friend shares memories about Graham Summers For Canyon County happenings, news, and more" join our Facebook Group: 2C Neighborhood News - Nampa, Caldwell, Middleton...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago (213+ words) Idaho's dry climate becomes even harsher during winter months, making proper skin care essential for maintaining healthy skin year-round. Winter conditions including cold air, wind and indoor heating systems can damage skin, which is the body's largest organ. The combination of these factors strips moisture from skin, leaving it vulnerable to cracking and infection. "The dry cold weather tends to break our skin down," said Dr. Daniel Meltzer. Meltzer emphasizes that dry skin poses serious health risks beyond simple discomfort. "The reality is every day we see people in ER with skin infections. The skin breaks down easily and when it's dry, it tends to itch and when it itches we tend to scratch it," Meltzer said. Daily moisturizing is crucial, particularly for areas of skin that receive regular exposure to the elements. Meltzer recommends focusing moisturizing efforts on hands,…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (432+ words) I'm the Idaho News 6 neighborhood reporter dedicated to bringing you the latest stories from Downtown Boise, Boise's North End, and Garden City. BOISE, Idaho " Once a niche herbal product, kratom is now widely promoted on signs outside convenience stores and vape shops across the Treasure Valley, with several sellers appearing in a "kratom near me" search in Meridian alone. Kratom is a plant from Southeast Asia that's part of the coffee family. In the United States, it is sold as powders, capsules and bottled shots, and is often marketed as a natural wellness supplement. At one Meridian storefront, The Happy Hippo, products are sold in brightly colored packaging and candy-like flavors advertised for relief, relaxation, or a boost of energy. Online listings show kratom powder for about $10 and packaged shots for $1 or $2. WATCH: Kratom is easy to buy, but doctors…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (249+ words) BOISE, Idaho " Chocolates are a favorite to enjoy and gift this time of year and Melt Chocolate Co. is bringing European flavors and delicacies to Idaho. Ivona Zimolag was born in Poland but moved to Canada at the age of 22. She pursued pastry work learning under baking masters in Vancouver. "Painful learning experience because it's very unforgiving but boy, if it works out, it's quite something," said Zimolag. She says it took years of trial and error but now has fallen in love with both sides of making sweets. "I was doing this always on the side as holiday gifts, chocolates, baking. I've been doing this as an 8-year-old child," she said. After some time in Canada, she and her husband took a 15-state tour through the U.S. and when she got to Idaho, she says it "Just felt right. Absolutely…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (779+ words) EAGLE, Idaho " Idaho's first and only all-wheelchair basketball team is pushing for the next level and counting on the community to help them get there. This weekend, they will host a holiday fundraiser that combines the magic of Christmas with the power of adaptive sports. Dan McEntire, director of the Gem State Falcon Parent Organization and the newly formed Gem State Wheelchair Athletics, discovered the transformative power of wheelchair basketball when his son was just 10 years old. McEntire's son was left paralyzed by an extremely rare illness, a cousin of polio, that only affects a few dozen people in the United States and only one other child in Idaho. At first, he thought it was just a cold. "He was coughing, and then a few minutes later, he was paralyzed," said McEntire. "Simple as that. It was tragic." After weeks…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (151+ words) TWIN FALLS, Idaho " Three candidates have been selected to potentially fill the remainder of Representative Lance Clow's term after the representative announced his resignation earlier this month. The Republican Legislative District 25 Committee met Wednesday night to pick three names to submit to Governor Brad Little, who will choose from among them to fill the now-vacant seat through 2026. As their first choice, the committee chose Twin Falls County Commissioner and former Twin Falls Mayor Don Hall, who has over 20 years of experience in elected office. The second choice is long-time Twin Falls Republican Party member Lucy Wills, and for the third choice, the committee selected long-time Republican and realtor, Char Alexander. Little will have 15 days to make a selection, and the seat will be up for re-election in 2026. Earlier Wednesday, Hall announced his intention to run for the seat in the…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (377+ words) I'm the Idaho News 6 neighborhood reporter dedicated to bringing you the latest stories from Meridian and Boise State University. BOISE, Idaho " Providers at a Boise behavioral clinic say upcoming changes to Idaho's Medicaid program could significantly reduce access to autism treatment for children, teens, and young adults across the state. Beginning in December, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will shift to a system called CHIS for families on Medicaid. While the nationally recognized Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA therapy, will still be available for families with private insurance. WATCH | Insight from providers on treatment changes " Yrenka Sunderlin, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has treated children on the Autism Spectrum for decades, said the changes will be "detrimental" for most of the kids they serve. "ABA treatment helps [children] start speaking again, [and] being able to be toilet…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (199+ words) TIYN: Idaho Steelheads home series against the Allen Americans, Bombay Grill offering free lunch buffet at grand opening for Meridian location, and One Night of the Bee Gees at the Egyptian Theatre. These are a few of the things going on today in your neighborhood:STEELHEADS VS AMERICANSThe Idaho Steelheads kick off a 3-game home series against the Allen Americans today.The Steelheads have a winning record after Sunday's comeback win against the grizzlies.Doors open at 6:15 this evening with puck drop at 7:10 p.m at Idaho Central Arena.BOMBAY GRILL MERIDIAN GRAND OPENINGBombay Grill officially has a Meridian location as of today.The Indian restaurant celebrating by offering a free lunch buffet today.Seating is limited and no reservations will be taken, but the buffet can be taken to-go which is recommended to reduce wait times.Doors open at 11 a.m.STAYIN…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (514+ words) Roland Beres was an anchor in Boise in the '90s. He spent ten years at a station in Madison, Wisconsin, and returned to Boise in 2011 to work for KIVI. NAMPA, Idaho " Idaho's family farms are facing a perfect storm of challenges that could accelerate the shift toward corporate agriculture, as small producers struggle with record-high input costs, supply chain disruptions and market volatility. The harvest season has ended, and farmers like Tristan Winegar have put their fields to bed for the winter. But the next growing season brings unprecedented uncertainty for the state's agricultural community. "It's tough times right now. I think it's worse than anyone planned for or imagined," Winegar said. Winegar, whose family has farmed for generations, has about 1,000 acres in Wilder, says he's confident he can weather the current challenges. However, farm experts warn that not all small…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (241+ words) MERIDIAN, Idaho " Smell that? It's not the first whiff of winter" it's freshly deep-fried chicken fingers! Raising Cane's, the trending chicken-fingers chain restaurant, will open its doors in Idaho for the first time on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 9 a.m., with the grand opening of its Meridian location at Ustick and Eagle Rd. RELATED | Raising Cane's sets Nov. 18 opening for first Idaho location in Meridian, hiring 150 crewmembers As a part of the grand opening, Raising Cane's will host a "Lucky 20" drawing starting at 7:30 a.m., where 20 lucky customers aged 13 and older will have the chance to win free chicken tenders for a year. In addition to that, the first 100 customers to purchase a Box Combo will be awarded a commemorative hat and a Free Box Combo card. The Boise State Cheer Squad, along with Buster Bronco, will also be on hand to participate in the…...