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Idaho Firefighters Targeted in Violent Attack Amid Blaze

COEUR D’ALENE, ID – A firefighting operation in northern Idaho turned perilous as a gunman opened fire on crews battling a brush fire near Coeur d’Alene. The incident has sparked a massive law enforcement response while the fire continues to spread. Firefighters, who arrived to tackle the blaze, found themselves under attack from a suspect wielding a high-powered rifle. Authorities are still determining the number of suspects involved, emphasizing that the situation could last for …

Tragedy Strikes Idaho: Two Firefighters Fatally Shot in Sniper Attack While Battling Blaze

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho — A tragic incident unfolded Sunday when two firefighters were killed in what authorities described as a coordinated sniper attack while they responded to a wildfire near Canfield Mountain. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reported that multiple gunshots rang out shortly after crews arrived at the scene around 1:30 p.m., triggering a protracted exchange of fire that lasted several hours. Sheriff Bob Norris indicated that the exact number of casualties and potential …

Inmate Receives Life Sentence for Brutal Attack on Correctional Officer at Idaho Maximum Security Prison

Boise, Idaho — A man already incarcerated for serious crimes received a life sentence Thursday after his violent attack on a correctional officer in March 2024. Elijah Joseph Grant St. Onge, 32, was sentenced to life in prison, with a mandatory minimum of 10 years for aggravated battery. This new sentence will be served consecutively with his existing prison term for previous offenses, which include lewd conduct with a minor and robbery. The attack occurred …

‘Hell on Earth’: Idaho Inmate Receives Sentence for Fatal Cellmate Assault

BOISE, Idaho — In a case that has brought attention to the issues of prison safety and inmate behavior, a man incarcerated in an Idaho prison has been sentenced after he fatally beat his cellmate, highlighting the ongoing violence in correctional facilities across the state. The incident took place last year at the Idaho State Correctional Institution, where James R. Lee, who was already serving time for previous offenses, was found guilty of murdering his …

Emerging Defense Claims and Survivor Activity Detail Unravel in University of Idaho Case

Moscow, Idaho — In recent legal developments regarding the 2022 University of Idaho murder case that resulted in the tragic deaths of four students, new court filings have spotlighted the extensive phone communications between two surviving roommates before they alerted authorities on that fateful morning. The case, which stunned the quiet town of Moscow, hinges on intricate details about the timeline of events that led up to the discovery of the victims’ bodies. Bryan Kohberger, …

Bryan Kohberger’s Legal Team References Daybell Case in Effort to Challenge Potential Death Penalty in Idaho

Moscow, Idaho — In a significant legal maneuver, attorneys representing Bryan Kohberger, accused of the fatal stabbing of four University of Idaho students, are seeking to influence the court’s approach to capital punishment. Leveraging a recent Idaho court decision involving Lori Vallow Daybell, who is charged with the murder of her two children and her husband’s previous wife, Kohberger’s defense argues that their client should not face the death penalty if convicted. Kohberger, a 28-year-old …

Shocking Details Emerge from 911 Calls and Texts in University of Idaho Murder Case as Trial Proceeds for Suspect Bryan Kohberger

Moscow, Idaho — A chilling 911 call and a series of urgent texts have emerged as key pieces of evidence in the investigation of the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students last November. The unsettling details came to light during the preliminary hearing of Bryan Kohberger, who is charged with the killings that shocked the small college town. Investigators revealed that the gruesome incident was initially uncovered after an ominous 911 call made …

Life Sentence for Idaho Man Who Planned and Executed Murder After Months of Alleged Bullying

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — In a charged courtroom scene Monday, prosecutor Randy Neal emphasized the brutality of a local murder by repeating the word “bang” 17 times, echoing the number of shots Mark Bent fired at Nik Bird. District Judge Michael Whyte then imposed a severe sentence on Bent, 43, ensuring he would spend at least 45 years behind bars, with a possibility of life imprisonment, for the premeditated murder of Bird. The sentencing follows …

Northern Idaho Tragedy: Former State Trooper Charged with Wife’s Murder Amid Contested Suicide Claims

ATHOL, Idaho—On a cold February morning in 2021, Kootenai County first responders arrived at a tragic scene that would unspool a complex investigation filled with twists and turns typically seen in crime dramas, not the quiet rural towns of northern Idaho. At the heart of this mystery was the death of Kendy Howard, a vibrant mother and a longtime resident, who was found dead under murky circumstances which would soon lead authorities to question the …

Idaho Murder Case Unrest: Suspect Seeks Trial Relocation Due to Local Threats of Courthouse Violence If Acquitted

Moscow, Idaho — The legal team for the suspect in a high-profile murder case in Idaho has requested a change of trial venue following a community survey, which revealed widespread prejudgment and bias among prospective jurors. The defendant faces multiple charges for the brutal killings of four University of Idaho students last November. The recent survey, conducted by the defense, highlights that many community members have already formed strong opinions about the case, which could …