State News
Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Rigby
Boise State Broncos Advance in MW Baseball Tournament
The Boise State Broncos baseball team punched their ticket deeper into the Mountain West Conference tournament with a gritty victory over San Jose State. Riding a hot streak, the sixth-seeded squad from Idaho's Treasure Valley eyes a championship run. Fans in Boise are buzzing as the Broncos keep the momentum alive.
Idaho Vandals' Postseason Run Ends in Heartbreaking Big Sky Shootout
The University of Idaho women's soccer team's valiant Big Sky Conference tournament run came to a dramatic close Friday in Missoula. Trailing late, the Vandals forced penalties before falling 3-1 to top-seeded Montana. Senior Sara Rodgers' heroics etched her name in Vandal lore.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Wandermind Shop Opens in Idaho Falls for Neurodivergent Community
A new retail haven in downtown Idaho Falls is breaking ground for neurodivergent residents, offering tools and spaces tailored to ADHD and autism needs. Co-owners McKenzie and Jonny Willmore celebrated the grand opening Saturday, drawing crowds eager for sensory-friendly resources. With events continuing today, the shop signals growing support for Idaho's neurodiverse families.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Idaho Falls Shilo Inn Bankruptcy Closure Upends Restaurant, Staff
The Shilo Inn in Idaho Falls slammed its doors Tuesday, thrusting restaurant owner David Rail, dozens of employees and booked events into chaos. Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation has shuttered the 780 Lindsay Boulevard property, marking the second such Idaho closure this week. Local workers scramble for answers and income amid the fallout.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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
Rigby Teen Elintra Fischer Resurfaces in Utah After 3 Years Missing
A Rigby teenager vanished with two siblings in 2023, but Elintra Fischer has now surfaced in Utah by obtaining a driver's license. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office removed her from missing persons lists but continues hunting for Rachelle and Allen Fischer. The puzzling case grips eastern Idaho families.
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
Ririe Maverik Ex-Worker Charged in $760 Refund Theft Scheme
A former Maverik clerk in Ririe allegedly pocketed nearly $760 through fake cash refunds over a month, leading to her arrest and felony charges. Surveillance footage exposed the scheme at the eastern Idaho gas station. She faces up to 45 years if convicted.
Sunday, May 3, 2026