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Suspect Shot In Boise Child Abduction Case

A 14-year old child is safe and a suspect has been hospitalized after Boise Police stopped a vehicle containing the suspect and the child.

Suspect Shot In Boise Child Abduction Case
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Broncos Hire Women's Golf Coach

Kailin Downs was named the Boise State University's women's golf coach on June 24. Downs was recently head coach at Portland State.

Broncos Hire Women's Golf Coach
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Idaho's Unemployment Rate Drops

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped from 3.1% in April to 3% for May.

Idaho's Unemployment Rate Drops
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North Idaho Deputy Drug By Car

A Kootenai County Deputy was injured when the driver took off in her car, dragging him more than 50 feet.

North Idaho Deputy Drug By Car