Your Daily Briefing – 06/18/2025

Child Labor Violations at Swensen’s
Twin Falls-based Swensen’s grocery chain was fined over $250,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor. Six minors, including a 13-year-old, were found performing hazardous tasks in violation of federal law.
Kimberly Shooting Charges
Two 19-year-olds are facing charges tied to a deadly shooting at a Kimberly mobile home park. Daniel Wise is jailed for firearm possession, while Andrew Snyder Thorstad is charged with destroying evidence. More charges may follow.
Kidnapping & Rescue in Lewis County
Authorities rescued a woman in Lewis County who reported being drugged and held against her will after being taken from Oregon. A local man was arrested by Idaho State Police after a coordinated multi-agency investigation.
Bryan Kohberger Trial Update
An Ada County judge will hear motions today regarding the delay of Bryan Kohberger’s trial and defense claims of alternate suspects in the 2022 University of Idaho murders. The trial is scheduled for August.

Budget Cuts Coming
Governor Brad Little has warned state agencies to brace for up to 6% midyear budget cuts due to a $141 million revenue shortfall. With recent tax cuts in place, only “maintenance-level” budgets will be allowed for 2026.
Immigration Enforcement Funding
Idaho approved $300,000 to help State Police transport non-citizens convicted of crimes to ICE detention centers, following a new immigration enforcement deal promoted by Governor Little.
Land Board Legal Shift
The Idaho Land Board voted to use independent legal counsel from the Department of Lands instead of Attorney General Raúl Labrador. Governor Little says the move complies with a 2024 law.

Rock Creek Restoration Input Needed
Twin Falls is seeking public input on restoring Rock Creek, a historic but polluted waterway. A workshop will be held tonight from 5–7 p.m. at Rock Creek Park.

American Legion Baseball – Twin Falls AA
The Twin Falls AA Cowboys split games at the Battle of Omaha: a 9-1 win vs. Minneapolis Northside (Kentyn Ketterling complete game), followed by a 3-0 loss to Nevada Sparks. Semifinals are Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Twin Falls B vs. Jerome B
Twin Falls B crushed Jerome B twice, 16-1 in both games. Caleb Fuller starred with six hits and seven RBIs. Next game: vs. Filer Thursday at 4 p.m.
Burley B vs. Gooding
Burley B won Game 1, 21-5, but Gooding took Game 2, 15-6. Burley visits Minico Friday at 7 p.m.
Minico B vs. Filer B
Minico B swept Filer B, 12-4 and 14-2. Jayden Quiroz had six hits and six RBIs. Filer B hosts Post 4 Rays Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Kimberly B vs. Buhl B
Kimberly B delivered two no-hitters in wins of 16-0 and 17-2, improving to 8-0. They host Twin Falls Hawks B Tuesday at 5 and 7 p.m.
Snake River Stampede Rodeo
The 110th Snake River Stampede has kicked off early at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. It’s now ranked among the top 5 indoor rodeos in the U.S. and runs through Saturday, June 21st.
CSI at College National Finals Rodeo
Four CSI Golden Eagles are competing:
- Coy Montgomery: 16th in Bareback Riding
- Ashton Zabriskie: Still in the running for Bull Riding
- Hailey Gibbs: 18th in Goat Tying
- Dahl Winters: Ready for third round in Bareback