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Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 6m

The canal serves thousands of residents in Boise’s East and North ends.

Officials race against time to replace Boise canal pipe’s ‘catastrophic failure’

The canal serves thousands of residents in Boise’s East and North ends.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 17m

Idaho State Police and the state prison system investigated, but the offense was deemed to have violated agency policy, not broken the law.

Kohberger prison video leaker identified, but won’t face criminal charges

Idaho State Police and the state prison system investigated, but the offense was deemed to have violated agency policy, not broken the law.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 27m

“Let’s make something clear — if you’re walking around in body armor and carrying an AR-15, our deputies are going to do what they have to do to keep our citizens safe.”

‘Second Amendment auditors’ walking roads with AR-15 and body armor, FL cops say

“Let’s make something clear — if you’re walking around in body armor and carrying an AR-15, our deputies are going to do what they have to do to keep our citizens safe.”

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 36m

The casino is off the Strip.

Gambler bets $5 on slot machine — and wins big jackpot in Las Vegas

The casino is off the Strip.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 1h

“I lost my voice,” the North Carolina winner said.

$1.7 million prize leaves lottery winner ‘screaming’ with joy. ‘Feels wonderful’

“I lost my voice,” the North Carolina winner said.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 1h

Breaking down the playoff implications of this week’s top high school football games, and picking the winner of all 19 Treasure Valley matchups.

Football playoff race heats up. The title, postseason berths, seeds on the line

Breaking down the playoff implications of this week’s top high school football games, and picking the winner of all 19 Treasure Valley matchups.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 1h

Here’s what to know about the fan-favorite destination.

This SC travel spot ranks No. 1 in nation. Why it ‘punches well above its weight’

Here’s what to know about the fan-favorite destination.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 2h

The lucky winner had a “fear of missing out.”

Lottery player waited for jackpot to grow. It paid off big time in North Carolina

The lucky winner had a “fear of missing out.”

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 2h

The man was traveling from Thailand to Taiwan.

8 rare creatures found hidden on man in airport security, Thailand officials say

The man was traveling from Thailand to Taiwan.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 3h

The Broncos have an exhibition game in less than 10 days against the University of Idaho at Idaho Central Arena in Boise.

Boise State basketball is approaching fast. Here’s what the team could look like

The Broncos have an exhibition game in less than 10 days against the University of Idaho at Idaho Central Arena in Boise.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 3h

It won’t stick around for long.

Starbucks brings back fall-favorite drink — and with a protein kick. What to know

It won’t stick around for long.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 4h

The player was at an iconic casino.

Gambler bets $11.25 on slot machine — and hits life-changing jackpot in Las Vegas

The player was at an iconic casino.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 5h

“Tasty, healthy, affordable fast food,” a recent reviewer wrote of a Salt Lake City location. “This is our go-to for takeout.”

Utah restaurant chains sure love Boise. This latest area newcomer just opened

“Tasty, healthy, affordable fast food,” a recent reviewer wrote of a Salt Lake City location. “This is our go-to for takeout.”

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 5h

More than 360,000 other tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $10 to $50,000 in the drawing.

Mega Millions players win big in California. Where were the lucky tickets sold?

More than 360,000 other tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $10 to $50,000 in the drawing.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 5h

If West Boise is left out of this long-term plan, it could be another 30 years before our residents enjoy the same access. | Opinion

West Boise needs its own library branch. Stop ignoring us | Opinion

If West Boise is left out of this long-term plan, it could be another 30 years before our residents enjoy the same access. | Opinion

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 6h

The Broncos rank almost rock-bottom. If it’s anxiety, “then we’ve got to turn the heat up more in practice,” coach Spencer Danielson said.

Boise State has a penalty problem. Could it be ‘performance anxiety’?

The Broncos rank almost rock-bottom. If it’s anxiety, “then we’ve got to turn the heat up more in practice,” coach Spencer Danielson said.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 6h

Businessman Michael Boren was appointed to lead the U.S. Forest Service, and former lawmaker Bart Davis will return as Idaho U.S. attorney.

Republicans defeat ‘Democratic blockade,’ confirm four Trump picks from Idaho

Businessman Michael Boren was appointed to lead the U.S. Forest Service, and former lawmaker Bart Davis will return as Idaho U.S. attorney.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 6h

The canal serves thousands of residents in Boise’s East and North ends.

Officials race against time to replace Boise canal pipe’s ‘catastrophic failure’

The canal serves thousands of residents in Boise’s East and North ends.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 6h

The animal was found foraging on the forest floor.

Creature’s body can ‘shimmer in the sunlight.’ It’s a new species in Vietnam

The animal was found foraging on the forest floor.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 7h

The baby wasn’t wearing a diaper, and the woman injured an officer with her metal prosthetic leg, police said.

Woman blows narcotic smoke into baby’s face, then assaults officer, WA cops say

The baby wasn’t wearing a diaper, and the woman injured an officer with her metal prosthetic leg, police said.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 7h

The 27-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, officials said.

Dad heard yelling at baby through X-box headset fatally beat her, VA officials say

The 27-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, officials said.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 7h

“I lost my voice,” the North Carolina winner said.

$1.7 million prize leaves lottery winner ‘screaming’ with joy. ‘Feels wonderful’

“I lost my voice,” the North Carolina winner said.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 8h

The lucky winner had a “fear of missing out.”

Lottery player waited for jackpot to grow. It paid off big time in North Carolina

The lucky winner had a “fear of missing out.”

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 11h

The survey also asked respondents if ICE agents are using the appropriate amount of force.

Is ICE wrongly arresting US citizens? Here’s what Americans say in new poll

The survey also asked respondents if ICE agents are using the appropriate amount of force.

Idaho Statesman @idahostatesman.com · 11h

Five girls requested the ride, but an argument ensued when the driver only had space for four of them, police said.

Teen shot by Uber driver at Waffle House in fight over space in car, GA cops say

Five girls requested the ride, but an argument ensued when the driver only had space for four of them, police said.