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Idaho man says ChatGPT sparked a ‘spiritual awakening,’ but wife says it threatens their marriage
(CNN) – As artificial intelligence chatbots become more advanced and customizable, some experts worry people could form potentially unhealthy attachments to the technology. For one man in Idaho, his relationship with ChatGPT has taken on a...

After deadly ambush, Idaho firefighters grapple with the loss of two colleagues
Joshua Hoston, an 18-year veteran of Idaho’s Coeur d’Alene Fire Department, remembers the moment a routine wildfire call turned into a deadly ambush that killed two fellow firefighters and wounded a third. “We dropped everything we had, hopped...

Man arrested in connection with alleged stabbing at Idaho Falls home
The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Police Department. IDAHO FALLS – Yesterday, July 4, 2025 at 2:42 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the Fred Meyer parking lot at 2250 North Yellowstone Highway after a person called...

‘The Way of the Future:’ North Idaho College Launches Sous Chef Apprenticeship Program
By Emma Epperly, atIdahoEdNews.org Originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on June 23, 2025 Step onto the North Idaho College campus near downtown Coeur d’Alene, and it’s easy to catch a whiff of the culinary students’ work at Emery’s restaurant. The...

Crews fully contain wildfire in Northern Idaho after firefighter ambush
COEUR d’ALENE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Firefighters fully contained a wildfire in Northern Idaho that the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office believes was started intentionally to ambush firefighters. The Nettleton Gulch Fire burned 23 acres of land on...

Want a career in law enforcement? Idaho Falls Police Department hiring new officers
The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Police Department. IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Police Department is hiring new police officers and a testing date is just a few weeks out. “Being a police officer gives you an opportunity to...

BOISE CASCADE CO (NYSE:BCC) – A Quality Stock Worth Considering
BOISE CASCADE CO (NYSE:BCC) stands out as a potential candidate for quality investors, meeting several key criteria from our Caviar Cruise screen. The company, which manufactures and distributes engineered wood products and plywood, demonstrates...

Idaho youth cycling club has 2 riders in the Tour de France
It’s a long way from Boise, Idaho, to the biggest stage in professional cycling. Still, not one but two products of a long-running youth biking program in the city will be in the peloton when the Tour de France starts Saturday. Matteo Jorgenson...

Idaho Falls Water Damage: An 8-Step Emergency Guide
Water damage from a burst pipe, overflowing appliance, or sudden storm requires immediate action. For homeowners, knowing what to do in the first few moments can make the difference between a quick recovery and a long, expensive restoration. If...

Idaho college killings: How did we get here?
MOSCOW, Idaho -- Bryan Kohberger has been behind bars for nearly 1,000 days. All the while, his lawyers had repeatedly insisted he was innocent. Now that the criminology student accused of killing four Idaho college students has instead pleaded...

Health advisory issued for harmful algal blooms at Murtaugh Lake disrupts Fourth of July celebrations
MURTAUGH, Idaho — A health advisory has been issued for Murtaugh Lake in southern Idaho due to high levels of toxin-producing cyanobacteria, also known as harmful algal blooms, just as many families were planning Fourth of July celebrations at the...

Patient used AI to find Providence’s innovative heart surgery. What role should the technology play in health care?
Scheduled for open heart surgery, Jim Powers used Google to find other options for his heart condition. The Google AI overview summary led him to an innovative surgery at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. As artificial intelligence becomes...

President Trump's spending cuts bill to impact healthcare in Washington State
WASHINGTON STATE – President Donald Trump signed a significant bill into law today from the White House lawn. Dubbed his "Big, Beautiful Bill," it extends and adds tax cuts totaling $4.5 trillion, while boosting funding for immigration enforcement...

An Idaho youth cycling club is well-represented at the Tour de France
Five Americans will compete in the 112th edition of the Tour de France starting Saturday. Matteo Jorgenson and Will Barta grew up riding in a youth cycling program Idaho. Sepp Kuss and Quinn Simmons both come from Durango, Colorado. It’s a long...

Free Health Screenings in Twin Falls
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) —A free health screening is being offered here in Twin Falls for the community. Screenings will consist of one-on-one time with a provider to ask any questions. Patients will then receive a test on their blood...

Family and friends host car meet for mental health to honor man lost to suicide
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The family and friends of Jaiden James Snyder, the man who tragically took his own life in Tuesday's police incident along Curlew Drive, are hosting a car meet and fundraiser in his honor to raise awareness about mental...

Idaho’s construction industry going through agricultural waste-to-construction revolution
As CEO of Earthcraft Construction, Jon Clark represents a growing movement of Idaho builders who are transforming agricultural waste into sustainable, high-performance homes and commercial structures. “We build the most sustainable projects in...

Supreme Court to review Idaho law barring trans athletes from women’s sports
The U.S. Supreme Court will review an Idaho case on whether transgender women and girls should be allowed to compete in women’s sports. Attorney General Raúl Labrador in late June asked the court to review the case, arguing that it raised “vital...

Mike Crapo's recent tweets address key issues impacting Idaho
Senator Mike Crapo has recently shared several tweets addressing significant issues and events related to Idaho. These posts cover topics from honoring local heroes to celebrating state history and advocating for legislative change.On July 2,...

Miss Idaho Talks About Her Community Service Initiative
A local woman who was just recently crowned Miss Idaho, is talking about her community service initiative. Ellie Daniels danced her way to Miss Idaho 2025 last month. She says she's been very busy since receiving the new title. She's currently...