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ISP Looking For Witnessess To Fatal Crash

The Idaho State Police has put out a call to anyone witnessing a fatal two semi crash on Interstate 84 on Friday, April 16 near Caldwell.

ISP Looking For Witnessess To Fatal Crash
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Boise Mayor Thanks City's Libraries

Boise Mayor Lauren McLean issued a statement thanking the staff at the city's libraries and laying the foundation for the future.

Boise Mayor Thanks City's Libraries
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Boise, Celebrate April 16 As...

For those workers who have returned to the office, April 16 is Wear Your Pajamas To Work Day.

Boise, Celebrate April 16 As...
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Pursuit Ends In Death Of Suspect

A pursuit beginning in Caldwell and ending outside Meridian ended with the suspect shooting himself after an extended standoff.

Pursuit Ends In Death Of Suspect
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Boise Community Shred Day

Get rid of those old documents and medications on Saturday, April 24.

Boise Community Shred Day
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Boise, Celebrate April 14 As...

Dolphins, ex-spouses, gardening and pecans are all celebrated as we wake to the sun on Wednesday, April 14.

Boise, Celebrate April 14 As...