Month: July 2025


  • One lane of U.S. Highway 95 north of Riggins in Central Idaho has reopened following a mudslide. The highway was closed on Friday afternoon due to the slide that covered the road at Fiddle Creek and the Salmon River. Crews from the Idaho Transportation Department managed to reopen one lane of the highway to traffic…

  • The National Weather Service has issued an advisory regarding wildfire conditions for Whitman County. A Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday night. The forecast indicates dry conditions and wind gusts that may reach up to 35 MPH, which could contribute to increased wildfire risk.

  • Washington State University Police have issued a reminder to the public regarding the importance of maintaining safety around the research center on campus. Officers have responded to reports of visitors attempting to interact with the grizzly bears by using sticks to poke them through the fence. It is important to note that harming research animals…

  • A health advisory has been released to inform the public about the risks associated with poison hemlock. Whitman County Public Health has issued this advisory regarding the toxic plant. Poison hemlock is currently blooming in open sunny areas such as roadsides. Consumption of even a small quantity of the plant can result in serious health…

  • Firefighters responded to a wildland fire along State Highway 3 in Southern Latah County on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred near milepost 11 and was reported around 3:30 PM. Crews from Kendrick and Juliaetta, along with the Idaho Department of Lands and volunteer firefighters from Deary and Troy, collaborated to extinguish the flames.

  • Outgoing Pullman City Councilman Trymaine Gaither has announced his resignation, which will take effect on July 15th. Gaither was appointed to the council last year, filling the position previously held by former Councilman Francis Benjamin, who was elected mayor. Gaither cited family reasons for his decision to step down.

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  • Traffic delays are expected starting Monday on State Route 260 between Washtucna and Kahlotus. The Washington State Department of Transportation will be conducting chip sealing on 13 miles of the highway on weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Flaggers will be present to direct a lane of traffic through the work zone.

  • A wildfire is currently burning in Southern Spokane County, resulting in a visible smoke column in the Moscow-Pullman area. The Siegel Fire ignited along Bonnie Lake around 3:00 PM and has affected approximately 450 acres within Spokane County Fire District 3. As of now, there have been no reports of structural damage.

  • Crime rates in Idaho have reached a four-year low according to the latest annual state crime report published by the Idaho State Police. In Latah County, total crime reports decreased by 15% last year, with a significant reduction in car thefts, which fell by over 50% compared to 2023.