Your Daily Briefing – April 30, 2025

Crime & Courts

Prosecutors in the University of Idaho murder case plan to show surveillance video at Bryan Kohberger’s upcoming trial. The footage will reportedly place him near the crime scene during the 13-minute window when four students were killed.
ICE officials say they’ve arrested 46-year-old Jorge Peralta-Torres, a previously deported Mexican national, in Twin Falls. He was convicted of lewdness with a child, sexual battery, and aggravated assault, and had a final removal order for an aggravated felony.
A Twin Falls man, 45-year-old Juan Larios, was sentenced Monday to five years in prison for felony video voyeurism and six months for custodial interference. He hid children from their mother and sent a harassing explicit photo to a woman. He’s due back in court May 6 for a stalking charge.
After nearly two years of legal wrangling, a judge has dismissed the lawsuit between the Bingham County GOP and the Idaho Republican Party. Both sides will pay their own legal fees. The dispute stemmed from a contested 2023 leadership election.

Immigration & Law Enforcement

Owyhee County deputies may soon act as federal immigration agents under a revived ICE task force agreement. Sheriff Larry Kendrick signed Idaho’s first such agreement, allowing deputies to interrogate those suspected of being in the U.S. illegally. Civil rights advocates raise concerns about racial profiling and eroding trust in law enforcement.

Community & Awareness

The Idaho State Police will participate in Denim Day today to mark the end of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. ISP staff will wear denim to show solidarity with survivors and promote a statewide message of respect, dignity, and prevention.

Energy & Environment

The State of Idaho and the U.S. Department of Energy have agreed to a limited waiver of the 1995 Settlement Agreement, enabling the Idaho National Laboratory to conduct key research on nuclear fuel storage. This supports national energy independence while protecting Idaho’s interests.

Education

The Idaho Department of Education has launched a new version of the Idaho Report Card website. While no Magic Valley district met state benchmarks for English or math, some smaller districts exceeded the state average in English. The site lets families compare district performance across the state.

Capital Punishment

A federal judge has halted all executions in Idaho, citing inadequate media access to the full lethal injection process. The state must improve its viewing and audio systems before resuming executions.

High School Sports

Softball:
- Melba beat Glenns Ferry 7–4 after a five-run sixth inning. Glenns Ferry’s Taylor Martinez struck out 12 and gave up just one earned run. Glenns Ferry (18–4) hosts Rimrock today at 4.
- In 5A action, Jerome swept Ridgevue in a doubleheader.
  - Game 1: Emma Allen hit a three-run homer, Zada Larsen had three hits, and Briauna Robbinette struck out 7 in an 18–8 win.
  - Game 2: Sawyer Garrard homered, while Allen and Robbinette added multiple hits. Capreece Beilke pitched a one-hitter. Jerome ends the regular season at 13–11.
Golf:
- The Kimberly Bulldogs swept the Filer tournament at Twin Falls Golf Club. Boys’ and girls’ teams both took first. Top scorers included Korben Kowitz, Ellyce Simmons, Tanli LeMoyne (Filer), and Axel Silcock (Declo).

College & Pro Sports

Boise State head football coach Spencer Danielson has signed a five-year, nearly $11 million contract, starting at $2 million per year. Danielson led the Broncos to a 12-2 season, a Mountain West title, and a Fiesta Bowl appearance after taking over from Andy Avalos in 2023.

Skiing

Sun Valley Resort will again host the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Finals in 2027. The announcement was made during the Boise Metro Chamber’s Regional Leadership Conference. The resort hosted the 2025 Finals this March — its first World Cup event since 1977 — featuring stars like Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin.

NCAA & Walk-On Debate

Former Boise State kicker Jonah Dalmas criticized a proposed NCAA settlement that would cap roster sizes and require scholarships for all players, potentially eliminating traditional walk-on roles. Dalmas, BSU’s all-time leading scorer and a former walk-on, called the opportunity life-changing. Eagle High coach James Cluphf echoed his concerns, warning college football could lose its accessibility.

College Rodeo

Weather Forecast

Today: Sunny and breezy. High near 65°F. Winds west northwest 9–13 mph, gusts up to 23 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 40°F. Winds becoming south southwest after midnight.
Thursday: Sunny, high near 72°F. Light northeast wind.
Thursday Night: Clear, low around 43°F.
Friday: Sunny, high near 79°F.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, low around 52°F.
Saturday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. High near 76°F.
Saturday Night: 60% chance of showers before midnight. Low around 44°F.
Sunday: 60% chance of showers, possibly thunderstorms. High near 62°F.
Sunday Night: 50% chance of showers. Low around 44°F.
Monday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 63°F.
Monday Night: 20% chance of showers. Low around 44°F.
Tuesday: 20% chance of showers. High near 67°F.