Stories from Wednesday, January 17, 2024

For Idaho Power staff, winter weather always presents different, frequently extremely cold, problems. Over the past days, they have been very active, cleaning up and fixing numerous poles that were brought down Monday, Jan 8th, by strong wind gusts in the South 18th area as well as patrolling for heavy snow on all of the lines...

1.11.24 - BOISE - The Idaho Transportation Department wants to remind drivers to stay vigilant while driving in snowy conditions and to keep their eyes on the road in case there is a crash or hazard affecting traffic patterns. On Wednesday Jan. 10, one of ITD's snowplows was clearing shoulders on I-84 near Blacks Creek Rest Area south of Boise. A crash ahead was forcing traffic to merge...

As winter weather hits our region this week, Idaho Power offers the following important reminders to help customers stay safe and prepared for outages. Visit My Account to ensure your contact information is up-to-date and sign up to receive outage alerts for your home or business...

Women Veterans, you may be surprised to learn about all VA has to offer. If you haven’t checked out VA in a while, things have changed. We recognize each of you are unique and your health care needs are not “one-size-fits-all.” That’s why VA continues to expand its services, so we can provide you with the best care possible to better fit your needs...

Boise – Today, Jan. 11, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit, released a public service announcement, in recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The PSA aims to raise awareness about the somber reality of human trafficking and highlight the U.S. Attorney’s Office’s commitment to putting an end to this serious crime that violates the most basic of human rights...

Boise, Jan. 12, 2024 – With dangerously low temperatures expected, AAA is encouraging the public to take extra precautions, whether at home or on the road. Here are some Important reminders: Maintain an adequate supply of food, water, and medications throughout the winter months. Include protein-rich items, such as canned chili and jerky, that don’t require heating to consume in an emergency...