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Continuing The Best Bike Rides Of Boise

The weekend is upon us and the bike trails are drying out. Check out these trails to get out and try out that new bike.

Continuing The Best Bike Rides Of Boise
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Boise Standoff Ends In Arrest

A Caldwell man was arrested Thursday after a six hour ordeal and the use of CS gas.

Boise Standoff Ends In Arrest
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Boise Man Sits In Baker County Jail

Andrew Peterman was arrested Tuesday in Baker City after, according to the report, running over a gas pump and assaulting a police officer.

Boise Man Sits In Baker County Jail
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Boise, Celebrate April 8 As...

In a new feature, we take a look at what is special about a day. On April 8, Boiseans celebrate empanadas, the zoo and alcohol screenings.

Boise, Celebrate April 8 As...
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Waiting For BPD Auction In Few Years

Ford has just released a new F-150 Police Responder pickup to law enforcement, available with four-wheel-drive and a top speed of 120 mph.

Waiting For BPD Auction In Few Years
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Everyone Into The Boise Pools

The City of Boise is offering a season pass to four local pools for $15 per person and is now hiring for the summer season.

Everyone Into The Boise Pools