Your Daily Briefing – 04/30/2026

NEWS

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING – TWIN FALLS
A suspect linked to a stabbing earlier Wednesday is dead after being shot by police in Twin Falls. Officers first respond to St. Luke’s around 1 p.m. to meet with the victim, then track the suspect to a home on Washington Street North. By late afternoon, police set a perimeter and deploy SWAT while serving a warrant. During the operation, officers open fire. Despite immediate medical aid, the suspect dies at the scene. The shooting is now under investigation.

JEROME SHOOTING SUSPECTS IDENTIFIED
Police in Jerome say they have now identified three suspects connected to a weekend shooting on West Main Street. The individuals allegedly flee the scene on foot after arriving in a white Jeep. Authorities release photos, but few details about the shooting itself.

FORMER PRIEST SENTENCED
A former Nampa priest is sentenced to up to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexual battery of a minor. Prosecutors say the case involves a 16-year-old, while defense attorneys argue he has accepted responsibility and is seeking treatment.

BOISE CASCADE FINED MILLIONS
Boise-based lumber company Boise Cascade agrees to pay more than 6 million dollars after pleading guilty to illegally importing hardwood from China. Federal prosecutors say the company either knew or ignored clear warning signs tied to a multi-million dollar smuggling scheme.

SENIOR CENTER CUTS MEAL SERVICE
A Twin Falls Senior Center is scaling back its home-delivered meal program due to rising costs. Starting May 4, meals will only be delivered three days a week, ending a five-day schedule that has been in place for nearly five decades.

OFFICER HONORED FOR COMMUNITY WORK
A Twin Falls police officer is receiving regional recognition for his work in local schools. Officer Cody Christensen earns an Exceptional Service Award for building relationships with students and helping bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community.

COLLEGE COSTS RISING IN IDAHO
College is about to get more expensive in Idaho, with tuition and fees rising up to nearly 5 percent this fall. State leaders say the increases will help fund staffing, student services, and campus programs across the state’s four-year universities.

OUTSIDE MONEY FLOWS INTO IDAHO RACES
Outside money is pouring into Idaho legislative races as a national school choice group spends tens of thousands on ads and lobbying. The spending targets key primary contests, signaling growing influence in state education policy battles.

SPORTS

KIMBERLY WINS DISTRICT TITLE
Kimberly baseball is back on top, crushing Buhl 19 to 4 in five innings to win the 4A District IV title. The Bulldogs cap a major turnaround season and now prepare to host a state tournament regional series.

BOISE STATE HONORS LEGENDS
Boise State is honoring two football legends with permanent markings on the blue turf. New field designs will recognize Ashton Jeanty and Kellen Moore when the updated surface debuts for the 2026 season.

CSI PLAYERS MOVE TO NEXT LEVEL
Several College of Southern Idaho soccer players are moving on to four-year programs, highlighting the program’s growth. Five athletes sign with schools across the country as the Golden Eagles continue building a pipeline to the next level.

GLENNS FERRY ATHLETES SIGN
Two Glenns Ferry athletes are heading to the college ranks, with Natalie Truesdale signing for track and Madeleine Hatchett committing to wrestling. Both say strong community support helps push them to the next level.

CSI RODEO HEADS TO NATIONAL FINALS
The College of Southern Idaho rodeo team is sending multiple athletes to the national finals in Wyoming. Celie Davis leads the group after earning all-around cowgirl and rookie of the year honors.

NBA CONSIDERS DRAFT LOTTERY CHANGES
The NBA is considering major changes to its draft lottery system, aiming to reduce tanking and reshape how teams build rosters. The proposal could take effect in 2027 and significantly alter competitive balance across the league.