Your Daily Briefing – 06/02/2025

Legal & Crime

Dershowitz Compares Kohberger to O.J.
Harvard Law Professor Alan Dershowitz told Fox News the Bryan Kohberger trial reminds him of O.J. Simpson’s, citing similarities in defense strategy and the handling of DNA evidence—calling it powerful, but “open to challenge.”
Fatal Motorcycle Crash Near Shoshone
A 61-year-old man from Jerome died in a motorcycle accident on Highway 24. Idaho State Police say it happened at 11:44 a.m. Sunday. The rider was wearing a helmet. The road was closed for over two hours.
Ammon Bundy Bankruptcy Fight
Ammon Bundy is trying to erase a $52 million defamation judgment in bankruptcy court. St. Luke’s is pushing back, arguing Bundy’s actions were “malicious.” A July 15 hearing is scheduled.
Boise Named ‘Sanctuary Jurisdiction’
The Department of Homeland Security has labeled Boise as a “sanctuary jurisdiction,” the only one in Idaho. Mayor Lauren McLean disputes the label, saying the city isn’t a sanctuary and hasn’t heard from DHS.
High-Speed Chase on I-84
Ada County deputies chased a white Dodge Durango after multiple car break-ins. The suspect reached speeds near 100 mph. The vehicle was last seen heading east on I-84.

Fires & Emergencies

Haystack Fire in Wendell
Crews from Wendell Rural, Hagerman, and Gooding responded to a large haystack fire at West Point Farms. White smoke was visible more than a mile away.
Hatwai Fire Near Lewiston
The Hatwai Fire burned 250 acres and is now 50% contained. Evacuations have been lifted, but crews remain on scene. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is also affecting northern Idaho air quality.

Community & Events

Boise Pride Event Canceled
The “Season Kick-Off” event scheduled for June 6 at the Knitting Factory has been canceled due to low ticket sales. Organizers promise full refunds.

Economy & Ratings

Idaho Keeps AAA Credit Rating
Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Idaho’s AAA credit rating for the fifth year. Cited factors include strong tax policy, a booming economy, and substantial reserves. Idaho’s population has grown 27% in 15 years.

Sports

CSI Softball Honors
Alyce Archuleta and Abbie Banning of CSI Softball made the NFCA All-West Region Second Team. CSI finished 40-16 and reached their fourth straight NJCAA National Tournament.
Boise State Stadium Expansion
Bronco Nation gathered to sign a steel beam for the North End Zone expansion at Albertsons Stadium. The $65 million project will include athlete dining and gathering space. Construction remains on schedule.
CSI Women’s Basketball Signings
Four players from CSI’s championship team are heading to four-year schools:
- Kennedy Gillette: University of Montana
- Falon Bedke: University of Tennessee Chattanooga
- Macie Brown: Utah State
- Alina Sapilak: Valdosta State
New Matchup for Boise State Hoops
Boise State will host Wichita State on November 18 at ExtraMile Arena in a new home-and-home series. This marks the first meeting between the two programs. Return game in Kansas set for next season.