🌱 Officer Involved Boise Shooting + Local Homes + ATM Heist

Morning, Boise! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday, Feb. 23 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town.

One of the busiest streets in Boise was closed Tuesday morning after an officer involved shooting ended with one hospitalized and a task force investigation. Catch up on the real estate market in the capital city, and see if you can help identify thieves of both a pickup and cash from an ATM. If you questioned why Lake Hazel has no lake, we have the answer and see if you agree with a view on the collegiate football portal issue.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cold. High: 34 Low: 16.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. A suspect is hospitalized, and Fairview Avenue remained closed for some time Tuesday after a shooting involving a Boise Police officer. KTVB-TV staff updated a story throughout the day after an initial report of a vehicle stop at 9:46 a.m. The subject was injured in the shooting and is reported in stable condition at a local hospital. The officer involved in the shooting was not injured. (KTVB)
2. The Boise housing market remains hot, and Boise Patch has a roundup of homes available for you to move into right now. (Boise Patch)
3. Two thieves were busy Sunday morning, according to information released to CBS2 news staff by Boise Police. Using a stolen pickup, the two broke into an ATM near Federal Way and took cash. The photo from the heist is grainy but take a look and see if you can help identify these two. (Idaho News)
4. One of the back ways to drive from Boise to Nampa is the use of Lake Hazel Road. On the drive, you pass schools and businesses adorned with "Lake Hazel," but nowhere to be found is a lake. BoiseDev reporter Anna Daly looks into if a lake ever existed for the area's namesake. (BoiseDev)
5. For many high school athletes, the dream is to play collegiate sports after graduation. However, in today's world, if an athlete is not pleased with a college, playing for the university down the road or across the nation is easier now than ever. With over 3,000 players entering the football portal this year, Boise State's student newspaper, The Arbiter, takes a look if the college football portal is good for athletics in an opinion by Mason Becker. (arbiteronline)

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Today in Boise:

• "PNWU is excited to share news about the new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at PNWU. Meet the faculty and find out more about the curriculum, student life, and admission process at one of the upcoming informational sessions." (1 p.m.)
• Join the Boise State Recreation Center for a happy hour social event on Wednesday from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Western Proper. Enjoy a cocktail, good food and great company while networking with the COBE Alumni Chapter. (5:30 p.m.)
• The Special Events Team for the City of Boise will hold a meeting on Wednesday. (9:30 a.m.)
• "The Zoning Code Rewrite is the City of Boise’s effort to review and update Boise’s Zoning Code, to ensure the future design and development of our city enables more walkable, dynamic spaces for everyone. The City of Boise is looking forward to your feedback on Module 2 of the Zoning Code Rewrite. We invite you to share your thoughts with city staff. Findings from all community outreach will be shared with Mayor and City Council and will help inform future decisions and meet the growing needs in our community." (5:30 p.m.)
• "Learn about insects and diseases that affect our trees and about the most common problems people create by incorrect cultural practices in this free, virtual class offered by the City of Boise." (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Idaho Humane Society: "Look at this adorable furry boy, appropriately named Fuzzywuzzy. He just went on the adoption floor. This little guy would love a place to explore to his heart's content with plenty of places to dig for treasure treats and chewable toys." (Facebook)
• Boise State University: "Summer 2022 enrollment is open. Explore a new subject, add a certificate or get on track to graduate early. For a list of all courses offered this summer, including hundreds of online options, FAQs and more, visit boisestate.edu/summer." (Instagram)
• Boise Weekly: "'If you build it, they will come' — Donation based purified water company, Waterco Inc., is looking for community support Marc Kramis is a water guy. He and his father Casper 'Cap' Kramis used to be in the Culligan business." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for snow S.E. Oregon, including Harney County (mainly south of Burns) and Southern Malheur County (mainly south of Rome) tonight through Tuesday morning. Travel could be difficult." (Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "Here are the top 10 most-played from the week past. Enjoy!" (Instagram)

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