Donations being collected for TSA officers left unpaid during the government shutdown

KIFI on October 20, 2025

Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Regional Airport is collecting donations for TSA employees who are working without pay while the federal government is still shut down, says the City of Idaho Falls.

TSA officers are not employees of the City of Idaho Falls, which owns and operates the airport. Since TSA officers are federal employees, they are required to keep working during a federal government shutdown, even when their pay is suspended temporarily. 

“The staff of the Idaho Falls Regional Airport are dedicated employees of private and public entities. We are saddened to see our colleagues within the federal workforce caught in a situation where they must work while making decisions between paying a mortgage or putting food on the table,” said Ian Turner, Airport Director. “We want to offer these employees assistance and hope the community will join us in support of these federal workers.”

Donations will be collected throughout the government shutdown Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport Office inside the terminal.

Signs will be posted so donors can easily find where to drop off their donations.

People can donate things like:

Perishable and non-perishable food items

Diapers and basic household supplies

Gift cards for groceries, gas, and coffee shops

Monetary donations (cash, checks, prepaid cards, etc.) cannot be accepted because of federal employee guidelines.

For more information about donating, call 208-612-8224.

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Former Boise State legend Doug Martin dies at 36 following incident in Police custody

KIFI on October 20, 2025

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CALIFORNIA/IDAHO (KIFI) — Former NFL running back and beloved Boise State legend Doug Martin has died at the age of 36. Sources have now confirmed that Martin died while in police custody shortly after being detained following a reported break-in at an Oakland residence.

The revelation of the circumstances surrounding his death was first reported by the Oakland-based newspaper, The East Bay Times.

According to the Oakland Police Department (OPD), the incident took place on October 18 in the Chabot Park neighborhood, a hilly, middle-class area of Oakland. Officers were called to a home 11000 block of Ettrick Street around 4:15 a.m. after receiving a report that an individual had broken into a nearby home.

At the same time, OPD says their officers were notified of an individual who was experiencing a medical emergency believed to be the same person related to the break-in.

As officers arrived, they reportedly found Martin inside the residence. He struggled against them as they attempted to detain him. After being successfully taken into custody, Martin reportedly became unresponsive. Paramedics were immediately called to the scene, where they provided medical aid before transporting him to a local hospital. Martin died later at the hospital.

Official Investigation Initiated

In accordance with department policy for incidents involving injury or death while in custody, the OPD confirmed that the officers involved have been placed on paid administrative leave.

The department detailed the multi-agency investigation of the incident in a statement released on Facebook:

“Consistent with OPD policy, the In Custody Death is being investigated by the Oakland Police Department’s Homicide Section, OPD Internal Affairs Bureau, the Oakland City Police Commission, the Community Police Review Agency (CPRA), and the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office.”

The OPD has been in contact with Martin’s family since Saturday. The family has requested privacy as they grieve this tragic loss, however they have confirmed on Facebook that the cause of death is currently unconfirmed pending the results of the official investigation.

Martin was a beloved figure in the Boise State community and a standout during his NFL career. He earned All-Pro honors while playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and was known for his relentless, physical running style.

Martin became a legend at Boise State as he became the first running back in program history to be selected in the first round of the NFL Draft. He played six seasons with the Buccaneers before ending his career with a final season for the Oakland Raiders in 2018.

The Martin family released an emotional statement on his passing, reflecting on his legacy in the iconic orange and blue of Boise State:

“So many players have worn the orange and blue. Some have been sadly forgotten but not you,” the post read. “You played a game that you loved and right now so many are sad that you left us way too soon. You were more than just a player who wore the #22. Before #2 there was #22. His name was Doug Martin.”

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Increased ICE raids raises concerns in Eastern Idaho following federal raid in Wilder

KIFI on October 20, 2025

Maile Sipraseuth

EDITED: Oct. 20 2025 4:17 PM

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A federal immigration raid at an Idaho horse track over the weekend led to the detention of dozens of individuals by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), raising a torrent of online speculation regarding legal and civil rights concerns.

The raid took place while a public horse racing event was in progress, with a large crowd in attendance, according to a report by KIVI. Eyewitnesses reported a significant law enforcement presence, noting that several officers were wearing masks, stating that ICE detained at least 50 more individuals than the FBI during the operation.

Four people were arrested and charged with federal complaints.

This incident comes amid a reported nationwide shift in enforcement strategy. According to The Guardian, ICE is increasingly targeting any unauthorized immigrants nationwide, including those with no criminal records.

Local News 8 spoke with Sargent Bryan Lovell of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, where he clarified that neither the sheriff’s office or IFPD directly detains people based off their citizenship status.

“We interact with people that are brought to our jail on a separate charge or some incident that’s happened in our jurisdiction. And they’re in for that circumstance. Our deputies identify that person is someone that may not be in the country legally, then that information is passed on to ICE for them to take appropriate action from there,” Lovell said.

While there have not yet been any known ICE raids in the Eastern Idaho area, immigration enforcement has been emphasized by Governor Brad Little, within his statewide initiative “Operation No Return”.

“Under Operation No Return, the Idaho State Police (ISP) is taking dangerous illegal alien criminals out of county jails after the completion of their sentences instead of being released back into Idaho communities. The transports are the first step necessary to remove them from the State of Idaho,” said a press release sent out by Governor Little.

RELATED: Dozens of convicted undocumented aliens removed from Idaho jails under new initiative

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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A federal immigration raid at an Idaho horse track over the weekend led to the detention of dozens of individuals by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), raising a torrent of online speculation regarding legal and civil rights concerns.

The raid took place while a public horse racing event was in progress, with a large crowd in attendance, according to a report by KIVI. Eyewitnesses reported a significant law enforcement presence, noting that several officers were wearing masks, stating that ICE detained at least 50 more individuals than the FBI during the operation.

Four people were arrested and charged with federal complaints.

This incident comes amid a reported nationwide shift in enforcement strategy. According to The Guardian, ICE is increasingly targeting any unauthorized immigrants nationwide, including those with no criminal records.

While there have not yet been any known ICE raids in the Eastern Idaho area, immigration enforcement has been emphasized by Governor Brad Little, within his statewide initiative “Operation No Return”.

“Under Operation No Return, the Idaho State Police (ISP) is taking dangerous illegal alien criminals out of county jails after the completion of their sentences instead of being released back into Idaho communities. The transports are the first step necessary to remove them from the State of Idaho,” said a press release sent out by Governor Little.

RELATED: Dozens of convicted undocumented aliens removed from Idaho jails under new initiative

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Woman bitten by coyote in New Jersey, police say

CNN Newsource on October 20, 2025

By Andrew Ramos, Jesse Zanger

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    BERGEN COUNTY, New Jersey (WCBS, WLNY) — A woman was bitten by coyote on Monday afternoon in Bergen County, New Jersey.

It happened at around 1:15 p.m. in the backyard of a home at Woodcrest Drive in Woodcliff Lake, according to police.

The woman, a housekeeper, was bitten on her back and leg while she was out with the family dog. Her injuries are not life-threatening, police said, though she was very shaken up. She was taken to a nearby hospital and given a number of vaccines, and has since returned home.

Surveillance video of the encounter shows the dog and coyote tussling. The coyote was apparently relentless, repeatedly targeting the woman and the dog, a golden retriever.

Police and animal control responded to the location.

“If you live near a wooded area, that’s when you’ve got to be more aware of your surroundings, because obviously they lurk in heavily forested areas. Keep pet food inside, don’t leave it outside, your garbage cans locked. Clear any kind of heavy brush that’s in the area, because they like to hide in that. And bird feeders that knock off seeds attract small animals, which attract coyotes,” Woodcliff Lake police Capt. Chad Malloy said.

Last month, two people in nearby Saddle River were attacked by coyotes. One of those coyotes tested positive for rabies.

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Newborn baby girl found unattended at NYC’s Penn Station, police say

CNN on October 20, 2025


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By Dave Carlin, Renee Anderson

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    NEW YORK CITY (WCBS, WLNY) — A newborn baby girl with her umbilical cord attached was found unattended at a New York City subway station during the morning rush in Manhattan, police said.

The NYPD said the child was discovered wrapped in a sheet at around 9:30 a.m. Monday on the steps leading down to the southbound 1, 2 and 3 trains at the 34th Street and 7th Avenue stop at Penn Station. Investigators closed off the stairwell to collect evidence.

The girl was conscious, alert and did not appear to have any injuries, police said. She was taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition.

“Miracle on 34th Street”

Investigators are trying to determine how long the baby was left on the stops before she was found, and locate the responsible party, or parties. Police said there was no sign of the baby’s mother. Investigators are now reviewing surveillance video from inside the station to determine who may have left the child.

Police said no evidence has been found indicating the baby being born in the station, and nothing indicates the birth was on a train.

MTA New York City Transit president Demetrius Crichlow praised police officers who took the newborn to the hospital themselves instead of waiting for paramedics to respond.

“Just grateful for the work of the NYPD in responding and caring for the baby,” Crichlow said. “I’m calling it the miracle on 34th Street.”

“I don’t know how someone could do that to a little baby, it’s really sad,” commuter Hibah Agha said. “It’s really unsanitary, it’s really unsafe to just leave the poor baby out here. I’m glad someone was able to do something about it.”

“I’m a new parent, my girl is 16 months. So I can’t imagine the desperation that they must’ve felt to do that,” commuter Susan Lee said.

“That’s insane, honestly, I’m so sorry to hear that,” commuter Louis Ospjna said.

It is a felony to abandon a child under the age of 14. New York State’s Abandoned Infant Protection Act allows a parent to abandon a newborn baby up to 30 days of age anonymously, if the child is left in a safe space, like a fire station, police station or hospital, and in a safe manner.

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Newborn baby girl found unattended at NYC’s Penn Station, police say

CNN Newsource on October 20, 2025

By Dave Carlin, Renee Anderson

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    NEW YORK CITY (WCBS, WLNY) — A newborn baby girl with her umbilical cord attached was found unattended at a New York City subway station during the morning rush in Manhattan, police said.

The NYPD said the child was discovered wrapped in a sheet at around 9:30 a.m. Monday on the steps leading down to the southbound 1, 2 and 3 trains at the 34th Street and 7th Avenue stop at Penn Station. Investigators closed off the stairwell to collect evidence.

The girl was conscious, alert and did not appear to have any injuries, police said. She was taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition.

“Miracle on 34th Street”

Investigators are trying to determine how long the baby was left on the stops before she was found, and locate the responsible party, or parties. Police said there was no sign of the baby’s mother. Investigators are now reviewing surveillance video from inside the station to determine who may have left the child.

Police said no evidence has been found indicating the baby being born in the station, and nothing indicates the birth was on a train.

MTA New York City Transit president Demetrius Crichlow praised police officers who took the newborn to the hospital themselves instead of waiting for paramedics to respond.

“Just grateful for the work of the NYPD in responding and caring for the baby,” Crichlow said. “I’m calling it the miracle on 34th Street.”

“I don’t know how someone could do that to a little baby, it’s really sad,” commuter Hibah Agha said. “It’s really unsanitary, it’s really unsafe to just leave the poor baby out here. I’m glad someone was able to do something about it.”

“I’m a new parent, my girl is 16 months. So I can’t imagine the desperation that they must’ve felt to do that,” commuter Susan Lee said.

“That’s insane, honestly, I’m so sorry to hear that,” commuter Louis Ospjna said.

It is a felony to abandon a child under the age of 14. New York State’s Abandoned Infant Protection Act allows a parent to abandon a newborn baby up to 30 days of age anonymously, if the child is left in a safe space, like a fire station, police station or hospital, and in a safe manner.

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Government shutdown may hold up November SNAP benefits for 125,000 Idahoans

KIFI on October 20, 2025

Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — As a result of the ongoing government shutdown, Idaho SNAP recipients could not receive benefits that were slated to be paid in November.

Local News 8 has learned that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sent a letter to the states regarding the impact of the shutdown on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, commonly known as food stamps. While the letter has not been officially released to the public, Local News 8 has confirmed that copies leaked on social media are authentic.

The letter, dated October 10, states that not enough federal funds are available to cover full SNAP benefits for November if the lapse in federal funding persists. Consequently, the USDA instructed states to delay the distribution of November payments until further notice.

Courtesy: Reddit – r/foodstamps

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has confirmed it’s aware of a potential delay in November SNAP benefits and is actively notifying beneficiaries and retailers. IDHW spokesperson AJ McWhorter stated, “Idaho continues to work with our federal partners at USDA to support SNAP operations in our state. SNAP beneficiaries and retailers are being notified this week of possible delays in November benefits.”

Adding to the concern, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on Tuesday, October 14, according to a CNN report, that the food stamp program would exhaust its funding within two weeks.

“So you’re talking about millions and millions of vulnerable families, of hungry families that are not going to have access to these programs because of this shutdown,” stated Rollins.

As a result, Idaho families may not see their SNAP benefits until the federal government shutdown ends. Nearly 125,000 Idahoans received SNAP benefits in 2023, according to IDHW. Meaning about 6.5% of the state’s population is set to lose essential food services if the shutdown continues.

“Without EBT, I don’t know how we’re going to do it,” an anonymous viewer said. “The cost of things has gone up so much. Even with EBT, we struggle to feed our little family. And if it prolongs, we may not be able to afford Christmas.”

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Local gardeners advised to be alert for frost

News-Press NOW on October 20, 2025

Payton Counts

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – This week, temperatures have finally cooled off and are feeling more fall-like — not only during the day but overnight as well.

On Tuesday and Wednesday night, temperatures are expected to drop into the mid to upper 30s, which could mean frost for Wednesday and Thursday mornings, allowing for the first frost of the season to be possible across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas.

Frost forms when solid surfaces cool below the dew point. Typically, air temperatures between 33 and 36 degrees, along with light winds, are needed for frost to develop. Even a light frost can cause minor damage to plants.

Many plants are sensitive to frost, including tomatoes, peppers, pumpkins, magnolias and azaleas.

For first-time gardeners, there are several ways to protect plants.

Todd Hoggins, a field specialist with MU Extension said, “It doesn’t have to be much, it could be, you get blankets. There’s some frost covers out there available, but the idea is to to cover them up and don’t let that air there.”

When covering plants, drape the material loosely to allow air circulation. Use rocks, bricks or stakes to secure the covering and keep it off the foliage.

Some frost-tolerant plants, like cabbage, broccoli and radishes, can handle a light frost but may not survive a freeze.

A freeze occurs when temperatures drop to 32 degrees or lower, which can cause more significant damage to unprotected plants, especially if the cold lasts for several hours.

Frost doesn’t just affect gardens, it can also dull fall foliage, leading to muted colors and browning leaves. A hard freeze, on the other hand, can cause severe cell damage and kill plants, stunting fall foliage all around.

With peak colors right around this time of year, a frost could stunt some of that vibrant fall scenery.

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City of Columbia explores ordinance that would bar panhandling at major intersections

KMIZ on October 20, 2025

Olivia Hayes

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The City of Columbia has suggested an ordinance that would make panhandling illegal at high-traffic intersections.

“They’re calling it a pedestrian safety measure, but in reality it’s a getting the homeless out of the median ordinance,” said John Trapp, Executive Director for Columbia’s Room at the Inn.

The ordinance would regulate the use of medians, road crossings and islands by both motorists and pedestrians at intersections with speeds of 35 mph or greater, average daily traffic volumes of 15,000vehicles or greater, or where the median width is fewer than 6 feet wide.

The City hired George L. Crawford & Associates to conduct a street and intersection pedestriansafety study. The study identified 47 pedestrian crash areas that meet the criteria.

Mike Burden, CEO of Local Motion, says the ordinance would restrict behavior without providing additional safety precautions.

“Columbia already regulates unsafe crossings through its existing ordinances and effective improvements come from redesigning high speed corridors, lowering speeds, making intersections more accessible for all users,” Burden said.

Street and Intersection Pedestrian Safety Study (Draft)Download

The study recommends guiding pedestrians to crosswalks and designated areas to enhance safety. This measure also aligns with the city’s Vision Zero plan that focuses on safety measures to protect all road users.

If adopted, the ordinance will:

Prohibit crossing a major road anywhere except in a crosswalk, a pedestrian-control signal or an intersection if those things aren’t available.

Prohibit being on a median less than 6 feet wide except when crossing the road.

Prohibit getting out of cars while in a traffic lane or within a major intersection.

Prohibit approaching cars on a major road unless the car is legally parked.

Prohibit people in vehicles from engaging with pedestrians at major intersection.

Trapp said he understands the city’s approach, but it could have unintended consequences.

“It is unsafe for them to be out there, but there’s a good chance that they will just relocate elsewhere to where they have a First Amendment right to panhandle,” Trapp said. “Most likely downtown.”

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The rules would not apply to police, rescue personnel, people who have vehicle breakdowns, public employees, workers with a valid permit or people distributing items with valid permits, or people entering stopped vehicles in passenger loading zones, such as bus stops.

The city would start a public education campaign for drivers and pedestrians if the ordinance passes.

Sydney Olsen, with the City of Columbia, said they plan to introduce the ordinance at Monday nights meeting. If the council agrees to table the discussion then they will hear a report from staff and discuss the content at their second meeting in November.

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Rosecrans Memorial Airport to undergo two construction closures

News-Press NOW on October 20, 2025

Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Rosecrans Memorial Airport is set to undergo two construction closures.

These closures are in relation to the construction of the new air traffic control tower at Rosecrans.

Starting on Monday, Oct. 27, the airport will begin it’s first closure which will affect areas to the road connecting the two parking lots on-site.

“What that means is, access to the new parking lot in front of the new building, will have to be from the main road,” said Julius Rice the airport general manager.

The second closure is set to begin on Monday, Nov. 3. This closure will take away pedestrian access to the walkway connecting the old parking lot to the airport.

“The gravel sidewalk and several parking spots on the old parking lot will be inaccessible. So pedestrians that are parking in the old parking lot will have to walk on that vehicle access road,” said Rice.

For more information regarding these closures, contact Rosecrans Memorial Airport at 816-271-4886.

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