**Spokane County** wildfires destroyed **hundreds of structures**.The fires forced thousands of residents to evacuate.The reporting is by Fox News’ Sarah Alegre on ‘Special Report’.The events occurred in Spokane County, Washington.7 days ago0:28
**Dry heat** is contributing to ongoing **wildfire risk** in the **West**.After a destructive wildfire in the Spokane area, fire risk remains high.The Northwest continues to face elevated wildfire risk.7 days ago0:24
**Jennifer Lopez** recreated **Madonna**’s iconic **“Like a Virgin”** music video during a trip to **Venice**.The recreation took place in the canals, with Lopez appearing on a gondola.Lopez, 57, sang and danced to the song’s lyrics while floating through the canals.A snippet was shared on social media on Sunday, Aug. 2 via X.She wrote “I had to do it...” on X.7 days ago0:42
Man sentenced after 911 call captured ex-girlfriend's final momentsJeffery Kendall was sentenced more than two years after prosecutors said he fatally shot Brittany Ligdis.The shooting allegedly occurred in front of their 4-year-old son.The judge issued a sentence of 50 years to life.7 days ago0:24
EhCapa Bareback Riders** is a **youth equestrian organization** founded in **1956** and celebrating its **70th anniversary** this year.The group performs synchronized horseback drills without saddles, with riders learning techniques such as squeezing with thighs and knees.Ava Riedlinger, age 16, credits training and trust with her horse Phoenix, saying horses reflect riders' emotions.The club’s tradition and community span ages 8 to 19, with many riders later returning as mentors; the current queen is JoJo Wills.EhCapa will celebrate Saturday, Aug. 1 at Birt Arena in Nampa with a reunion, including alumni events, dinner, a silent auction, and a performance; admission is $10.8 days ago1:59
Wildfires in and around **Spokane, eastern Washington**, forced the evacuation of **60,000 people**, destroying at least **600** homes, businesses, and other structures.By the weekend, fires around Spokane burned about 8.2 square miles (21 square kilometers), and about 390 square miles (1,000 square kilometers) had burned across Washington; some fires were not contained.Officials reported no injuries or people unaccounted for so far, but cautioned that it was early in the response; evacuees included patients at the U.S. Veterans Affairs hospital.The fires are expected to continue under dry weather, with wind gusts forecast around 35 mph to 45 mph and temperatures rising to above 90°F (32°C) by Wednesday.Across Idaho and Oregon, a lightning-caused fire burned nearly 525 square miles (1,360 square kilometers) and threatens 600 homes and 800 other structures.8 days ago2:40
Mass Shooting at Twin Falls In-and-Out Drive-ThruAn off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and an armed citizen exchanged gunfire with the suspect, helping prevent additional casualties, authorities said.The suspect was identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams and later died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.Three people were killed and at least seven others were injured in the In-N-Out Burger shooting on Blue Lakes Boulevard North, with injuries ranging from treated/released to critical condition.The identities of the deceased have not been released; an unnamed restaurant employee was among those killed, according to Lynsi Snyder.An additional officer-involved shooting during the response is under review by the Jerome Police Department, and officials said another Saturday night shooting is unrelated.8 days ago2:06
Police identified **Ethan Ramsey** (**31**), of **Meridian**, as a suspect after reports alleged he **abused and killed multiple cats**.Investigators reviewed video and physical evidence as part of the investigation, according to MPD.Ramsey was arrested in the 3700 block of Centrepoint Way and booked into the Ada County Jail on three counts of animal cruelty.He is being held on a $200,000 bond.The investigation is ongoing, and the Meridian Police Department said it is committed to investigating allegations and holding individuals accountable when charges are warranted.10 days ago1:17
The **Big Grass Fire** near the Idaho-eastern Oregon border has burned **304,237 acres** and is **21% contained**.A community gathering is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday in Murphy at the Owyhee County Museum & Library to provide an update.Fire crews are using an aggressive full-suppression strategy focused on protecting communities, structures, critical infrastructure, and natural and cultural resources.The fire’s near-term plan includes strengthening containment lines ahead of a dry cold front expected to bring stronger winds and low humidity.Evacuation orders as of July 30 include Level 3 “Go Now” areas and Level 2 “SET” in Silver City.10 days ago2:35
Multiple large wildfires are continuing to burn across **eastern Oregon**.Danny Pozzi of DAAM Beef has spent the past week on fire lines in Malheur County near his ranch in Juntura, Oregon.Pozzi is helping protect land by building containment lines and conducting back burns.The work includes collaboration with the Juntura Rangeland Fire Protection Association and the Bureau of Land Management.10 days ago0:46
**Banana Ball** has arrived in **Boise**.KTVB is reporting live from Albertsons Stadium.A matchup is scheduled between the Texas Tailgaters and Party Animals.The game will be played on a reimagined blue turf.10 days ago0:22
The **Idaho Department of Environmental Quality** will lift the **open burn ban** in **Boise, Elmore, and Valley** counties due to improving air quality forecasts.The burn ban will remain in place for Ada and Canyon counties.Red flag warnings still remain on the Idaho-Oregon border.As of Friday afternoon, the Treasure Valley remains in the Orange “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category, with Red defined as “Unhealthy.”10 days ago1:20
**Luke Befumo** was identified as the person recovered from **Payette Lake** after a cliff-jumping accident.Officials said Befumo died after drowning while off-duty with friends on Monday, July 27.The initial report was received at 8:43 p.m. on July 27 near “The Cliffs” on the east side of Payette Lake.His body was recovered on July 28 after searches were suspended late Monday night due to darkness and limited visibility.Befumo served as a wildland firefighter and with the U.S. Forest Service for eight years, working in McCall during the 2025 and 2026 fire seasons, and was with the Grangeville Smokejumpers in 2024.10 days ago1:34
**Boise State** begins its quest for a fourth straight conference title with the opening of **fall camp** on **Monday**.Boise State officially joined the Pac-12 on July 1, alongside Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Utah State.The Broncos closed their Mountain West (MWC) run with a three-peat.Boise State reached the College Football Playoff in 2024 and finished 9-5 last year, after falling to Washington in the LA Bowl.10 days ago0:49
**Boise’s Basque Center** has celebrated **San Inazio** for more than a quarter century, after early Basque sheepherders brought the tradition to **Idaho**.Saint Ignatius (Ignatius of Loyola, 1491-1556) founded the Society of Jesuits.He is considered the patron saint of the Basques, and his feast day is July 31.Ignatius died July 31, 1556, and celebrations honor him in many communities worldwide.The feast is celebrated from the Basque Country (where he was born) to Rome and Idaho.10 days ago0:57
