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Oregon and conservation groups urged a federal judge to implement protective measures for salmon and steelhead at Snake and Columbia river dams. The request includes 24-hour water spilling during fish migration and lowering reservoirs to enhance juvenile fish survival rates.
Northwest Public Broadcasting plans to cut $1.8 million from its annual operating costs, leading to the closure of KWSU-TV by year-end. The decision follows a significant budget reduction due to federal funding cuts, impacting the station's ability to maintain operations. NWPB Radio, however, will continue to serve rural communities across Washington.
The Pullman City Council voted to review portions of its short-term rental code, allowing staff until March to propose changes. The review follows community concerns regarding regulations established earlier this year, including licensing and safety requirements for rentals like Airbnb.
Northwest Public Broadcasting (NWPB) announced updates regarding its station services and programming. The updates are part of ongoing efforts to enhance community engagement and service delivery. NWPB aims to keep its audience informed about changes that could affect their listening experience.
The Moscow City Council will vote on October 20 to approve nearly $400,000 for new body-worn cameras, in-car cameras, and stun guns for the police department. Capt. Dustin Blaker reported that the current equipment is outdated and prone to malfunctions. The department plans to partner with Axon Enterprises for a five-year package deal.
United Way of Whitman County awarded $2,000 to Palouse Habitat for Humanity to install accessibility ramps for those in need. The Ramps & Rails program assists elderly residents, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, completing 50 projects in 2024 and aiming for another 50 this year.
A 43-year-old Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office deputy, Dale Law, died in a UTV crash near Elk River on Friday morning. Law was ejected from the vehicle after it rolled off an old logging road, prompting a search that included aerial support and assistance from local hunters.
A former prison guard in Idaho, Ricardo Quiroz, was convicted of sexual contact with a prisoner after raping an inmate during a medical escort in 2018. Despite the conviction, the Idaho Department of Correction failed to report the incident publicly or prevent similar abuse, revealing systemic issues within the prison system. Quiroz's case stands out as the only conviction of its kind in a decade at Idaho's women's prison.
The University of Idaho Homecoming Parade attracted thousands to downtown Moscow, showcasing local camaraderie and school spirit. Joe Pavkov, a longtime attendee, emphasized the importance of community connections, while new employee Beth Wiens expressed her excitement about the festive atmosphere. The event featured various local organizations and included a popular pancake feed at the Moscow Volunteer Fire Department.
KUID-TV in Moscow celebrates its 60th anniversary at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre. The event honors the long-standing partnership between the University of Idaho and the television station, featuring discussions from Idaho Public Television staff and UI faculty.