News 2008-05-14 Andanh.com

Woman Accused of Train-Hopping Given Mental Evaulation
Ada County Sheriff's Deputies arrest a woman accused of riding a freight train 35 miles from Mountain Home to just south of Boise.

Idaho's Ticket to Deportation
It's a process we've never been able to show you before but now you can get an inside look into what happens when immigrants are deported. But you might be surprised to see not all the detainees are illegal immigrants. In fact, some have never been to the country they're being sent back to.

Avalanche Program Reduces Road Closures Near Boise
Avalanche-related closures on Idaho 21 were significantly reduced this winter by using explosives to bring down unstable snow before it slides and blocks the highway.

More Boise Residents Aren't Paying Sewer Bills
Boise's threatening to disconnect sewer services as the number of people not paying their bills continues to grow. John Williams is Boise's Public Works Revenue Officer, and he says he's never seen

Ada County Adds to Confusion of New Ballots
Ada County elections officials are trying to get the word out about a mix-up on an election flyer.

Bond payment ends McCall's legal woes
Associated Press - May 13, 2008 7:14 PM ET MCCALL, Idaho (AP) - The city of McCall's legal troubles appear to be history. City officials say they have agreed to pay a $6.1 million legal...

Idaho Supreme Court rejects would-be candidate's petition
Associated Press - May 13, 2008 6:54 PM ET BOISE, Idaho (AP) - The Idaho Supreme Court has sided with the Secretary of State's office and rejected a lawsuit from would-be legislative candidate...

Arizona governor ends sheriff's immigration contract
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 3:33 AM ET PHOENIX (AP) - The man who describes himself as the toughest sheriff in America says his effort to round up illegal immigrants is being hurt by "dirty...

MySpace wins $230 million anti-spam judgment
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 2:33 AM ET NEW YORK (AP) - The popular Internet destination MySpace has won an almost quarter-billion-dollar damage judgment against a notorious spammer known as...

Smart car earns highest safety rating from insurance industry
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 1:43 AM ET WASHINGTON (AP) - The smallest car for sale in the U.S. market has been declared safe by the insurance industry.

Rebuilding unlikely in tornado-ravaged Oklahoma town
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 1:43 AM ET PICHER, Okla. (AP) - Officials who toured the faded mining town of Picher, Oklahoma, say federal aid will help tornado victims relocate, rather than...

Managers Warn Boise River Not Ready to Float
River managers worry that people will flock to the Boise River this weekend as temperatures are expected to climb above 90 degrees.

Hornets 101 Spurs 79
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 1:13 AM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - David West and Chris Paul have pushed the New Orleans Hornets within one victory of the first conference finals appearance in...

West lifts Hornets to 3-2 lead
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 12:43 AM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - David West and the New Orleans Hornets sure looked happy to be at home. West had career playoff highs of 38 points, 14...

Horry sets playoff appearance record
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 12:33 AM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Spurs forward Robert Horry set an NBA record by appearing in his 238th playoff game during Game 5 of San Antonio's series against...

Pistons 91 Magic 86
Associated Press - May 13, 2008 10:23 PM ET AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Pistons have earned themselves a few days off heading into the Eastern Conference finals.

Hamilton-led Pistons eliminate Magic in Game 5
Associated Press - May 13, 2008 9:53 PM ET AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Pistons made just enough shots and stops to advance to the Eastern Conference finals for a sixth straight...

Cain delivers on mound and with bat
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 1:03 AM ET SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Matt Cain provided his own insurance run and limited Lance Berkman to only a base hit.

Weaver 1-hits Chisox through 7, Angels win 2-0
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 1:03 AM ET ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Jered Weaver allowed one hit over seven innings and batterymate Mike Napoli hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the eighth,...

Drew's homer lifts Arizona to 8-4 victory over Colorado
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 12:33 AM ET PHOENIX (AP) - Backed by Stephen Drew's three-run homer, Randy Johnson went five shaky innings for his 287th career victory and the Arizona...

Pirates score four in 10th to beat Cardinals 8-4
Associated Press - May 14, 2008 12:23 AM ET ST. LOUIS (AP) - Ronny Paulino drove in the go-ahead run in a four-run 10th inning for his second crucial hit in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 8-4 victory...

Stairs, Jays offense pick it up
Associated Press - May 13, 2008 11:23 PM ET MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Matt Stairs homered and scored twice for the struggling Blue Jays' offense in Toronto's 5-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins on...

5:07 p.m. -- Former Borah High teacher sentenced on child porn charges Wed, 14 May 2008 17:10:43 MDT
A former Borah High School economics teacher who plead guilty to possessing

3:30 p.m. -- ACC officially out of Humanitarian Bowl after 2008 game Wed, 14 May 2008 15:34:11 MDT
The Humanitarian Bowl is officially looking for a new conference affiliation.

2:07 p.m. -- Duncan sentencing hearing won't resume until late June at earliest Wed, 14 May 2008 14:10:30 MDT
The federal death penalty sentencing hearing for confessed killer Joseph Duncan III wont resume until late June at the earliest.

1:56 p.m. -- Complaint filed in federal court against Boise Rescue Mission Wed, 14 May 2008 13:58:25 MDT
Intermountain Fair Housing Council has filed suit in federal court against Boise Rescue Mission for religious discrimination.

1:27 p.m. -- Boise police looking for driver of motor home after low-speed chase Wed, 14 May 2008 13:30:31 MDT
Boise police are looking for the driver of a motor home who led officers on a short vehicle chase Tuesday night along Broadway Avenue before abandoning the motor home on a stranger's lawn.

10:29 a.m. -- Canyon County residents sue commissioners over new jail Wed, 14 May 2008 10:31:57 MDT
A group of Canyon County residents has filed suit against Canyon County commissioners, claiming they violated the state constitution by buying land for a new jail and a building for county offices without approval from voters or a judge.

2:53 p.m. -- U of I president may be in running for UC Riverside chancellor job Wed, 14 May 2008 10:24:56 MDT
University of Idaho President Tim White is being considered for chancellor at the University of California in Riverside. | GO...

9:27 a.m. -- Boise man accused of breaking into car, attacking man with screwdriver Wed, 14 May 2008 09:29:14 MDT
A Boise man is accused of breaking into a car early Wednesday morning and then attacking another man with a screwdriver after being caught. He is being held in the Ada County Jail on a burglary charge.

8:58 a.m. -- Boise River water level on the rise in anticipation of snowmelt Wed, 14 May 2008 09:01:35 MDT
Ada County recreation officials are warning residents the Boise River is still too dangerous for recreational floating.

7:08 a.m. -- Wednesdays warmth will bring increasing winds through the evening Wed, 14 May 2008 07:10:51 MDT
Forecasters are calling for a high near 70 degrees Wednesday, but the Treasure Valley also will see winds increase up to 21 miles per hour in some places later in the day.

3 a.m. -- Idaho home foreclosures rise again in April Wed, 14 May 2008 03:00:00 MDT
Idahos April foreclosure rate jumped 15 percent from the previous month and was 79 percent ahead of a year ago, a report issued Wednesday said.

10:34 a.m. -- Little League heart attack survivor reads school morning announcements Wed, 14 May 2008 00:36:20 MDT
During morning announcements Wednesday, students at Cole Valley Christian School in Meridian heard a voice they hadnt expected to come over the loud speakers.

1:01 p.m. -- U.S. lists polar bear as threatened species Wed, 14 May 2008 00:05:21 MDT
Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne announced today that the agency will list the polar bear as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. But there are strings attached: an administrative letter that will have conditions to "keep from harming the economy." | GO...

Study: Lead bullets taint game meat Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:06 MDT
New studies show an increased risk of lead exposure for people who eat venison and other game killed with lead bullets

Friends say murder suspect was mad at his dad Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:05 MDT
Friends of teen murder suspect Derek Lewis say he told the he killed his father in March because they were arguing earlier that day. Friends also say the pair had a contentious relationship.

Little Leaguer improving after his collapse at practice Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:04 MDT
The family of Justin McAfee will meet the girl credited with saving his life. McAfee's school will honor the girl Thursday.

No floating yet: Barber Park is still closed Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:02 MDT
The weather may be hot this weekend, but the Boise River is still too dangerous for floating, and Barber Park has not yet opened for the season.

Tony Bennett painting nets $15,000 for Children's Home Society of Idaho Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:01 MDT
Legendary singer Tony Bennett's performance at the Morrison Center Saturday night raised money for the Children's Home Society of Idaho, which celebrates its centennial this year.

11 p.m. -- Court testimony reveals teen talked to friends about night father shot to death Tue, 13 May 2008 23:12:32 MDT
Derek Lewis and his father argued often and a fight the day of March 8 led the 17-year-old to shoot his father in the back of the head with a .22-caliber rifle, several friends testified.

7:29 p.m. -- Nampa council to consider buying downtown land Tue, 13 May 2008 19:30:05 MDT
With plans for Urban Renewal District bonding facing delays, Nampa officials are considering whether to use about $5 million in city funds to buy about two blocks of land downtown for a future public safety building and library.

1:42 p.m. -- ValleyRide bus driver won't face disciplinary action Wed, 14 May 2008 13:44:56 MDT
A ValleyRide bus driver who was accused by a 14-year-old Boise student of using a racial slur as he was being turned away from the bus because his pass was expired won't face disciplinary action because a witness corroborated the driver's version on the May 2 incident.

Sali says he doesn't have time for IPTV debate Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Congressman Bill Sali, originally scheduled to debate primary challenger Matt Salisbury, has backed out of an Idaho Public Television debate scheduled for Sunday.

College athlete keeps going strong after struggle with breast cancer Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
College of Idaho softball player Amy Rhoades is battling breast cancer as her teammates battle for the NAIA World Series title in Alabama. | GO...

Some Middle Fork campsites aren't open this year Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Forest fires burned 16 campsites along the popular wilderness float trip on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River and boaters are being warned to watch for dangers like weakened trees that can fall in high winds or when the ground becomes wet.

F&G plans open house in Boise on wolf rules Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has added a Boise open house to gather comments about proposed wolf hunting seasons.

5:19 p.m. -- Political action committee issues primary election endorsements Wed, 14 May 2008 17:21:14 MDT
The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce political action committee has issued a

11:27 a.m. -- Boise mayor honored in D.C. for local after-school programs Wed, 14 May 2008 11:28:26 MDT
The Afterschool Alliance honored Boise Mayor David Bieter on Wednesday for his support of after-school programs at the Breakfast of Champions" event in Washington, D.C.

Voters: Watch out for mix-up on elections flier Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 MDT
Ada County officials are warning voters about an error that appears on recently mailed elections fliers.

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