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Crustacean, the Beverly Hills Restaurant That Taught L.A. to Love Garlic Noodles, Is Closing

Crustacean, the Beverly Hills Restaurant That Taught L.A. to Love Garlic Noodles, Is Closing

The lease wasn't renewed, but Crustacean's 31-year legacy will live on after the Beverly Hills restaurant closes on Halloween
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Zoo Boise Implements Measures Amid Unhealthy Air Quality

Zoo Boise Implements Measures Amid Unhealthy Air Quality

Zoo Boise is taking proactive steps to protect both animals and visitors as unhealthy air quality persists in Idaho due to smoky conditions. The zoo is monitoring animal conditions closely and providing indoor spaces for animals to reduce stress. Some outdoor activities, such as animal encounters and the Butterflies in Bloom exhibit, may be closed or moved indoors if air quality worsens. The zoo emphasizes animal welfare and visitor safety, ensuring that guests can still enjoy the zoo while minimizing exposure to poor air quality.
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Controversy Over Flock Cameras in Eastern Idaho Sparks Privacy Concerns

Controversy Over Flock Cameras in Eastern Idaho Sparks Privacy Concerns

Flock cameras, using Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology, have been installed in several cities in eastern Idaho, including Pocatello. While law enforcement praises the technology for aiding in solving crimes, many residents, including Pocatello City Councilmember Hayden Paulsen, view it as a privacy violation. The controversy has grown, with increased public awareness and opposition, leading to vandalism incidents and legal challenges against the use of these cameras.
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Salvation Army Kroc Center Offers Comprehensive Boot Camp Fitness Classes

Salvation Army Kroc Center Offers Comprehensive Boot Camp Fitness Classes

Salvation Army Kroc Center Offers Comprehensive Boot Camp Fitness Classes
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Firefighting Efforts Intensify as Lake Channel Fire Threatens Power County

Firefighting Efforts Intensify as Lake Channel Fire Threatens Power County

In Power County, Idaho, the Lake Channel Fire continues to burn, prompting the deployment of additional firefighting resources. The fire, which was caused by lightning, has spread to approximately 1,500 acres. Crews are utilizing off-road fire engines, dozers, air attack aircraft, and helicopters to combat the blaze. The Caribou-Targhee National Forest, American Falls Fire Department, and Power County Sheriff's Office are among the agencies assisting in the effort. Despite the challenging conditions, including gusty winds and rugged terrain, no evacuation orders have been issued. Officials aim to contain the fire by Saturday morning, urging the public to avoid the area to ensure firefighter safety.
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Pacific Northwest Faces Escalating Wildfire Threat Amidst Dry Cold Front

Pacific Northwest Faces Escalating Wildfire Threat Amidst Dry Cold Front

The Pacific Northwest is experiencing a historic wildfire season, with nearly 2 million acres already burned. The situation is expected to worsen as a dry cold front brings powerful winds, increasing the risk of explosive fire growth. According to the National Interagency Fire Center, over 50 large wildfires are currently active across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. These fires have significantly degraded air quality, prompting Air Quality Alerts in the region. The dry cold front is expected to lower humidity and bring strong winds, creating conditions conducive to rapid wildfire spread. Fire Weather Watches have been issued, with the most dangerous conditions anticipated in central and eastern Washington and north-central Oregon.
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National Interagency Fire Center Raises Preparedness Level Amidst Tarter Fire Resource Strain

National Interagency Fire Center Raises Preparedness Level Amidst Tarter Fire Resource Strain

The National Interagency Fire Center has elevated the National Fire Preparedness level to 5, the highest on the scale, due to the increasing number of wildfires and the strain on available resources. This marks the first time since late 2024 that the preparedness level has reached this peak. The Tarter Fire in Washington County, Idaho, is one of the significant fires contributing to this situation. The fire, which has spread to 12,208 acres, originated from embers carried across the Snake River from Oregon. Michael Davis, a public information officer with the Great Basin Incident Management Team 3, highlighted the challenges faced in securing resources, particularly air support, due to the competition among multiple fires in the region. The team is working to establish a solid perimeter around the fire, but weather conditions, including high winds, pose a significant threat to containment efforts.
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Kristen Stewart's Fashion Choice at Emma Roberts' Wedding Sparks Discussion

Kristen Stewart's Fashion Choice at Emma Roberts' Wedding Sparks Discussion

Kristen Stewart's Fashion Choice at Emma Roberts' Wedding Sparks Discussion
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Record-Breaking Wildfires Scorch Over 1 Million Acres in Pacific Northwest

Record-Breaking Wildfires Scorch Over 1 Million Acres in Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is experiencing an unprecedented wildfire season, with over 1.6 million acres burned as of late July 2026, according to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). The region's fire activity has been fueled by dry thunderstorms in mid-July, which produced thousands of lightning strikes that ignited dozens of wildfires. Dangerous fire weather conditions, including high temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds, have allowed these fires to spread rapidly. The Big Grass Fire, the largest wildfire in the nation, has burned over 300,000 acres across Oregon and Idaho and is only 15% contained. Thick smoke from the fires has degraded air quality across multiple states, with some areas reporting "Very Unhealthy" conditions. The NIFC has raised the national Preparedness Level to 5, the highest on its scale, as resources are stretched thin.
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Wildfire Smoke Blankets Large Swaths of U.S., Raising Health Concerns

Wildfire Smoke Blankets Large Swaths of U.S., Raising Health Concerns

Wildfire smoke from the Pacific Northwest is affecting air quality across large parts of the United States, reaching as far as Florida. The smoke has created hazy skies and unhealthy conditions, particularly in Oregon and Idaho. This follows recent hazardous air pollution levels in the Midwest and Northeast due to Canadian wildfires. Health officials advise wearing N95 masks outdoors and keeping indoor air clean to mitigate health risks. The fires have burned over 1.8 million acres, with air quality advisories in place urging residents to limit outdoor activities.
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Idaho Governor Deploys National Guard as Big Grass Fire Tops 300,000 Acres

Idaho Governor Deploys National Guard as Big Grass Fire Tops 300,000 Acres

A group of Idaho lawmakers has urged Governor Brad Little and Oregon Governor Tina Kotek to deploy National Guard resources to assist in fighting the Big Grass Fire, which has burned over 300,000 acres in Owyhee County and eastern Oregon. The fire has caused significant damage to rangeland and private property, displaced wildlife, and threatens the historic community of Silver City. In response, Governor Little has declared a disaster emergency and authorized the Idaho National Guard to support firefighting efforts. The lawmakers emphasized the need for additional resources to protect communities and manage the ongoing wildfire crisis.
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Advocates Offer $10,000 Bounty to Identify Hunters of Yellowstone Wolves

Advocates Offer $10,000 Bounty to Identify Hunters of Yellowstone Wolves

Wolf advocates have announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the identification of hunters who kill members of the Mollie’s Pack, a renowned wolf pack from Yellowstone National Park. The pack, which includes the famous 12-year-old Wolf 1090F, has recently denned outside the park in Wyoming, making them vulnerable to hunting. The reward aims to protect these wolves, which are not accustomed to human presence, from what advocates consider unfair hunting practices. Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho have laws protecting the identities of wolf hunters to prevent harassment, but the advocates argue that the protection of these wolves is paramount.