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It’s that time of year to be on the lookout for wildlife crossing the highway as animals migrate from higher elevations into the valleys. So, what should you do if you come across roadkill?

The Idaho Transportation Department is responding to a serious crash on U.S. 26 that has closed both lanes of traffic near milepost 365, near Granite Hill and Antelope Flat Road.

“We’re working with law enforcement to clear the area and be able to get traffic through again, though it could be some time until that’s possible,” ITD posted on social media.

“Our goal with the redesign of VoteIdaho.gov was simple – to make voting information engaging, accessible, and easy to consume for all Idahoans,” said Secretary Phil McGrane. “We’re continuing to build on the features that make the website stand out. I encourage all Idahoans to visit the site to easily register to vote, check and update your registration, view a sample ballot for the upcoming November election, find your polling place, and much more.”

Idaho Fish and Game is issuing an important safety warning to all outdoor enthusiasts after a lone hiker was injured in a bear attack near Squirrel Creek on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

IDFG states that the man was hiking along the South rim of Squirrel Creek when he was charged by a bear from thick timber at close range. The bear bit the man as it ran past him before quickly leaving the area.

“I am honored to join the Idaho State Board of Education and to continue serving the people of our state. Education has shaped both my military and civilian careers, and I believe it is the foundation for a strong and thriving Idaho. I look forward to working with my fellow board members to expand opportunities for every student, whether that means preparing for college, career, or civic life, and to ensure that education in Idaho remains accessible, affordable, and responsive to the needs of our communities,” Koehler said.

In preparation for winter, the Idaho Transportation Department is excitedly bringing back its popular “Name a Snowplow’ contest, inviting students across the Gem State to put their creativity to the test.

“Our snowplow drivers are thrilled to see students getting involved in this fun, educational opportunity that also highlights the importance of winter driving safety,” said Scott Stokes, Director of ITD.

A 46-year-old woman from Richfield was killed Tuesday night in a two-vehicle crash on US Highway 93 in Jerome County.

The fatal head-on collision happened just after 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of US93 and E 200 N.

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has approved an application from Intermountain Gas that will decrease the rates for some customers and increase rates for others.

The utility had sought commission approval to decrease rates for residential customers and increase rates for large volume, commercial and transport customers. The typical residential customer’s monthly bill will decrease by $0.06, or 0.03 percent. The other customer groups will see their monthly bills increase between $435.10 and $649.24, depending on their rate schedule

The United States government is bracing for a potential shutdown as a critical funding deadline looms at the end of tomorrow, with Congress deadlocked over a new spending bill. Negotiations in the Senate, where a successful bill requires 60 votes, have stalled, as Democrats refuse to support the current Republican proposal without major compromises.

Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher identified the major sticking points to Local News 8, saying Democrats are pushing for changes vehemently opposed by Republicans. According to Fulcher, the Democrats are trying to undo several ‘hard-fought Republican victories’ in the form of the Big Beautiful Bill.

“After five years, Idaho’s law protecting women’s sports has finally reached the U.S. Supreme Court. Now, the ACLU wants to drop the case because they know the strength of our argument,” said Attorney General Labrador. “But the legal arguments of one male athlete do not change the facts: Under Ninth Circuit precedent, girls across Idaho can still be forced to compete against boys. That’s not fair, it’s not safe, and it strips young women of equal opportunities. We’re urging the Court to affirm that states have the authority to preserve and protect women’s sports.”