Community News
Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Rigby
Motorcyclist Airlifted After Serious Crash on US 20 Near St. Anthony
A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a crash Saturday afternoon on U.S. Highway 20 near St. Anthony, prompting an airlift to a local hospital. Fremont County Sheriff Bart Quayle said investigators are still piecing together the details as traffic briefly backed up on the busy eastern Idaho corridor. The incident underscores the hazards of the region's high-speed highways frequented by bikers and tourists.
Idaho Falls Anglers: 13,000+ Rainbow Trout Stocked in Local Waters This May
Idaho Fish and Game is unleashing over 13,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout into eastern Idaho lakes and ponds this month, priming the perfect bite for local anglers. From Bannock Reservoir to Edson Fichter Pond, these fresh stockings promise action-packed fishing outings. Grab your license and hit the water before the crowds arrive.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Idaho Governor Race: Little's $1.7M War Chest Towers Over 17 Rivals
With 17 candidates chasing Idaho's governor's mansion in 2026, incumbent Republican Brad Little dominates fundraising at $1.7 million. Independent John Stegner trails at $200,000, while most others scrape by on pennies. As primaries near, cash flow reveals who's primed to lead the Gem State.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Six Transgender Idahoans Sue State Over Strictest Bathroom Ban
Six transgender residents in Idaho have filed a federal lawsuit against the state's new bathroom ban, dubbed the nation's strictest, which criminalizes using facilities not matching sex assigned at birth. Set to take effect July 1, the law threatens jail time even in private businesses, forcing plaintiffs to choose between isolation or arrest. Represented by ACLU and Lambda Legal, they argue it violates constitutional rights and endangers lives.
Sunday, May 3, 2026