NEWS

IDAHO PRIMARY RESULTS CERTIFIED

Idaho has officially certified the results of the May 19 primary election. Secretary of State Phil McGrane says audits in eight counties confirmed election results and procedures were accurate. Voter turnout reached just over 30 percent statewide, with no statewide races qualifying for a recount.

WIND ADVISORY AND FREEZE WATCH

Strong winds are expected across Southern Idaho today, with gusts up to 55 miles per hour possible in Jerome, Twin Falls, Gooding and Camas counties through 9 p.m. Drivers should watch for blowing dust and reduced visibility. A Wind Advisory remains in effect for much of the Magic Valley, and a Freeze Watch is posted for late tonight into tomorrow morning in parts of Minidoka, Lincoln and Blaine counties, where temperatures could dip near freezing.

CYBERSECURITY TRAINING IN TWIN FALLS

Cybersecurity experts from across the country are in Twin Falls this week, training public employees how to defend against cyberattacks. The free federally funded program teaches local government, school and county workers how hackers operate so they can better protect critical systems like 911 services and public records.

RECORD IDAHO TAX REFUNDS

Governor Brad Little says Idaho has issued a record number of tax refunds this year. More than 826-thousand taxpayers have received refunds totaling nearly 579 million dollars. State officials say that’s a 25 percent increase in refunds issued compared to last year.

MERIDIAN IHOP SHOOTING INVESTIGATION

A developing story this morning. A shooting investigation is underway at an IHOP in Meridian near Eagle Road and Fairview Avenue. Police say the scene is secure and there is no threat to the public. Officers remained on scene late last night, but few details about those involved have been released.

TWIN FALLS IN-N-OUT OPENING DATE UNKNOWN

The opening date for Twin Falls’ new In-N-Out Burger remains unknown. City officials delayed action on a special event permit tied to the grand opening, saying more information is needed. Police are already coordinating traffic plans, anticipating large crowds when the restaurant opens.

BOISE PROPERTY TAX PROPOSAL

Boise residents may see a smaller property tax increase than first proposed. Mayor Lauren McLean says stronger-than-expected revenues allowed the city to reduce its planned tax hike from 4 percent to 2.7 percent. The revised budget now heads to the Boise City Council for consideration.

SPORTS

IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL RODEO STATE FINALS

The 2026 Idaho High School Rodeo Association State Finals are underway in Pocatello. Hundreds of student-athletes from across Idaho and neighboring states are competing this week at the Bannock County Fairgrounds. The rodeo features dozens of events and continues with morning and evening sessions through Saturday.

BOISE STATE SOFTBALL COACHING CHANGE

Boise State softball is searching for a new head coach. Justin Shults has resigned after five seasons to become associate head coach at Arkansas. Shults leaves with a 167-and-102 record and the best winning percentage in program history. Assistant Terran McGowan has been named interim head coach.

IDAHO STATE EXTENDS CODY HAWKINS

Idaho State is keeping football coach Cody Hawkins around for the long haul. The Bengals have signed Hawkins to a contract extension through the 2031 season after leading the program’s turnaround over the past three years. Idaho State finished 6-and-6 last season, won four straight to end the regular season, and posted its best Big Sky finish since 2018. The Bengals also led the conference in total offense and passing offense. Idaho State opens the 2026 season August 29th at home against VMI.

BOISE STATE TRACK AND FIELD ATHLETES HEAD TO NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Four Boise State track and field athletes are headed to the NCAA Outdoor Championships this week in Eugene, Oregon. Abby Kendrick and Emily Jobes will compete in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, Kaiya Robertson races in the 1,500 meters, and Raekwon Weatherspoon takes part in the long jump. It’s the most Broncos qualified for the outdoor national championships since 2015. Competition begins Wednesday, with finals scheduled through Saturday as Boise State looks to bring home All-America honors.

WEATHER

MAGIC VALLEY FORECAST

Expect a sunny but windy day across the Magic Valley, with highs near 68 and wind gusts topping 40 miles per hour this afternoon. Clear and cooler tonight with a low around 41. Sunshine returns tomorrow with a high of 76. Then a warming trend takes over, with highs climbing into the mid-80s through the weekend and near 90 by Tuesday.

TODAY

Today: Sunny, with a high near 68. Breezy, with a west wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 43 mph.

TONIGHT

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Breezy, with a west northwest wind 20 to 25 mph becoming southwest 6 to 11 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 43 mph.