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California men charged with Meridian murder Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Two Bakersfield, Calif. men are charged with first degree murder in connection with the suffocation death of Doug Halpin April 5. Both had already been charged with kidnapping in connection with the case.

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Idaho Supreme Court candidates keep it civil Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Previous election campaigns for the Idaho Supreme Court bench have garnered a reputation for being nasty affairs, complete with contentious advertisements and bitter feelings. But so far the race between incumbent Idaho Supreme Court Justice Joel Horton and his challenger, 2nd District Judge John Bradbury, is anything but.

State's last superdelegate to pick chooses Obama Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Idaho's last Democratic superdelegate holdout is backing Sen. Barack Obama for president, meaning an almost certain clean sweep of Idaho's unpledged delegates for Obama.

10 p.m. -- Kempthorne officials discuss turning over papers Mon, 12 May 2008 22:00:00 MDT
Recent talks between officials with former Gov. Dirk Kempthorne and the State Historical Society could finally open up Kempthornes gubernatorial records, which he has controlled since leaving office two years ago.

9:50 p.m. -- Man grabs charity donation jar at Kuna Quiznos then runs Mon, 12 May 2008 21:53:20 MDT
What initially was reported as a strong armed robbery at a business in Kuna was actually a theft, Ada County Sheriffs deputies said.

9:48 p.m. -- Boise police arrest two people after fight with baseball bat Mon, 12 May 2008 21:51:29 MDT
Boise police arrested two men after a fight with a baseball bat following an apparent burglary.

9:14 p.m. -- Kempthorne gets help paying election debt with 'debt retirement reception' Mon, 12 May 2008 21:18:02 MDT
WASHINGTON Six years after his last election, supporters of Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne are still raising money to pay off debts from his final bid for Idaho governor.

8:21 p.m. -- Woman arrested in Ada County for hitching a ride on Union Pacific train Mon, 12 May 2008 13:52:03 MDT
A woman has been arrested for trespassing and stealing a ride on a train

2:55 p.m. -- 90-year-old man missing since early Monday is found safe Mon, 12 May 2008 13:33:03 MDT
Boise police said an elderly man missing since early Monday morning has been found safe.

10:32 a.m. -- First-degree murder charges filed in Meridian kidnapping, murder case Mon, 12 May 2008 10:12:22 MDT
Two California men already charged with kidnapping in connection with the homicide of Meridian resident Doug Halpin in April are now accused of murder.

11:53 a.m. -- Man accused of impregnating 10-year-old girl faces additional charges Mon, 12 May 2008 10:07:24 MDT
ST. ANTHONY A Fremont County prosecutor has filed additional charges against a St. Anthony man accused of raping 10-year-old girl.

7:57 p.m. -- Idaho Newsreader: Spokane a hotspot for human trafficking? Mon, 12 May 2008 08:56:31 MDT

12:49 p.m. -- Idaho superdelegate backs Obama Mon, 12 May 2008 00:50:14 MDT
Idahos last Democratic superdelegate holdout is backing Sen. Barack Obama for president, meaning an almost certain clean sweep of Idahos unpledged delegates for Obama.

8:42 a.m. -- Lottery officials: Someone in Idaho won $200,000 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:44:21 MDT
The Idaho Lottery has confirmed one ticket worth $200,000 was sold in Idaho for Saturday night's $20 million Powerball drawing.

7:18 a.m. -- Warm week will top out at 91 degrees by Saturday Mon, 12 May 2008 00:19:46 MDT
Mondays forecast high temperature of just 62 will be the start of a warming trend that will bring serious warmth to the area by Saturday.

7:14 a.m. -- Think you know the news? Take this quiz and find out Mon, 12 May 2008 00:14:45 MDT

11:02 a.m. -- Treasure Valley homes sales increase, but still can't compete with 2007 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:05:01 MDT
There was both good and bad news for Treasure Valley home sales in April.

Former Eagle mayor Merrill rejoins House race as a write-in Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
Former Eagle Mayor Nancy Merrill says she will file election papers Tuesday to challenge House Majority Leader Mike Moyle as a write-in-candidate in the May 27 primary election. Earlier, she backed out of plans to get on the ballot against Moyle because of family concerns.

Meridian school considers common dress policy Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Meridian Middle School students could soon forsake fashion for a common dress policy that would limit the colors and type of clothing students wear to school

Burmese refugee aids cyclone victims Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
Boise has strong ties to Myanmar, site of the recent cyclone: Burmese refugees now represent the largest group of refugees coming to our area, with about 250 coming to Boise since December 2007. One refugee in Boise is gathering donations to help cyclone refugees.

Kempthorne still owes $15,000 from '02 campaign Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Supporters will host a "debt retirement reception" for Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to help pay off debts from his final bid for Idaho governor.

Planned community hearing Wednesday Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Ada County Commissioners will have a public hearing on the proposed Cartwright Ranch planned community at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Ada County Courthouse.

Canyon County wine gets attention at D.C. eatery Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
One Idaho wine is among the chi-chi choices a swanky sommelier in Washington, D.C., offers the discriminating diners at Oya, a trendy Asian restaurant in an upscale neighborhood called Penn Quarter.

Students receive Governors Cup award Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Gov. Otter announces new scholarship winners, while former Gov. Kempthorne winds his operation down.

Dr. Paul Collins: Wash hands and filter water to prevent Giardia Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Wash your hands and filter your water to prevent Giardia.

River Revival Paddling Party: Teams set to square off for annual spectator-friendly river running Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Teams are getting ready to hit the water fast and hard at the upcoming Payette Boise River Revival Whitewater Event May 30 to June 1.

Zimo: Birds don't seem too interested in pricey condos in my yard Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Nobody likes Zimo's bird-nesting boxes. Don't these birds know that they are pricey condos?

Borah High adds Sgt. Lilly to names on memorial Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A small group of family and friends gathered at Borah High School Monday for a quiet, solemn ceremony to rededicate the school's war memorial after a Boise soldier's name was added.

2:35 p.m. -- Developer drafting road plan for eastern Warm Springs Avenue Mon, 12 May 2008 14:35:38 MDT
Developer Brighton Corp. is drafting a 20-year plan for improvements to Warm Springs Avenue between Eckert and Highland Valley roads.

10:40 a.m. -- Dog owners to meet Wednesday to talk about leashes, trail use Mon, 12 May 2008 10:41:34 MDT
Dog owners have scheduled an open meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday to get organized regarding dog poop and other trail use issues in the Boise Foothills.

Komen Boise Race for the Cure: 10 years and running Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Thousands of Treasure Valley residents turned out Saturday for the Komen Boise Race for the Cure to support family and friends who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. For many, it was an emotional day. | GO... Find yourself in our 2008 Race for the Cure photo galleries

Group calls for fewer kids in each Boise classroom Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A group of parents and community members wants the Boise School District trustees to reduce class sizes. Boise's large classes _ some with 32 students _ aren't good for students, they say.

Irrigation district to talk about urban canal issues Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
A Pioneer Irrigation District representative will be in Denver Wednesday to brief federal officials and irrigation representatives from around the country about Pioneer's struggle to deal with urban encroachment.

2:57 p.m. -- Reward offered for information about abused dog Mon, 12 May 2008 14:23:23 MDT
A reward of nearly $7,000 is offered in an animal cruelty case discovered Friday in Canyon County.

Inmates raise $10,000 for charities in Idaho Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Offenders living at Idaho Department of Correction's five community work centers across the state raised $10,000 for local charities including the Ronald McDonald House, Special Olympics Idaho and the Idaho Foodbank.

Bishop Kelly girls on the brink of state championship Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The defending state champion Bishop Kelly High girls golf team all but wrapped up another championship Monday, as six state tournaments began a two-day run Monday at three Southern Idaho courses.

Prep champions to be crowned in the Treasure Valley Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
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Athletes of the week for May 5 through May 11 Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Maryn Pincock

High school news and notes Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Track and field teams throughout the Treasure Valley will battle for District Three supremacy Thursday, Friday and Saturday before heading to the state meets at Bronco Stadium on May 22-24.

Idaho colleges: Three Vandals earn weekly WAC track and field honors Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Three Idaho Vandals earned WAC track and field athlete of the week honors Monday.

Monday, May 12 Varsity Extra Scoreboard Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
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KTIK's beatdown segment with Caves and Prater - 05/12/08 Mon, 12 May 2008 20:12:09 MDT

8:08 p.m. -- Three Vandals earn WAC track and field athlete of the week honors Mon, 12 May 2008 20:09:22 MDT
Three Idaho Vandals earned WAC track and field athlete of the week honors

Fruitland boys have sights set on golf title Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Whether he's lining up for a jump shot or a putt, Fruitland's Ty Pena knows a thing or two about knocking down big shots.

C of I softball to open NAIA play against Trevecca Nazarene Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The College of Idaho softball team will open pool play in the NAIA World Series on Friday against Trevecca Nazarene (Tenn.) at 8:30 a.m., in Decatur, Ala.

Nesmith wins Late Models at Meridian Speedway Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
John Nesmith held off Tyler Monroe and former NASCAR Craftsman Truck driver Butch Gilliland to win the Late Model main event at Meridian Speedway late Saturday night.

Sunday, May 11, Varsity Extra Scoreboard Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
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Murphy: Idaho prep players chase college dreams at combine Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
More than 130 high school football players participated in the Idaho High School Football Combine on Saturday.

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