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May 27—The Pullman Police Department is asking the community for help identifying pickpockets at the local Safeway. Around 10:30 a.m. Thursday the department received a report of a woman whose wallet was reportedly stolen while shopping at Safeway. Officers reviewed video surveillance and saw a woman and a man who allegedly removed her wallet from her purse, according to a City of Pullman police Facebook post.

(NewsNation) — The families of Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen, victims of the Idaho college killings, are filing notices indicating their desire to seek the death penalty for Bryan Kohberger, the accused killer. “We spoke with the prosecutor on the case, Mr. Thompson. He’s going to meet with all...

(NewsNation) — Prosecutors involved in the Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger case have less than two months to decide if they’re going to seek the death penalty. Former homicide prosecutor Matt Murphy said Friday on “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” that the evidence against Kohberger is “overwhelmingly awful” and will factor into their decision.

The families of two University of Idaho students murdered in an off-campus house in November have filed tort claims against several entities, including the U of I. The Idaho Statesman reported Thursday on the tort claims, filed by the families of Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen. The claims were filed...

While police are still investigating Dana Smithers’ death, they’ve made it clear that her disappearance isn’t “in any way tied” to Bryan Kohberger.

It’s common for local high school students interested in health care to volunteer at Gritman Medical Center in Moscow. Shelley McGregor, Gritman’s volunteer coordinator, said they do so as part of their school-required senior projects. They typically shadow Gritman staff and research jobs in different departments. However, what...

A Lapwai man accused of threatening a Pullman residence with explosive devices has pleaded not guilty. Apollo Lawyer, 31, was charged with first-degree assault, first-degree arson, first-degree unlawful possession of a firearm, first-degree malicious placement of an explosive, first-degree burglary and felony harassment. Superior Court Judge Gary Libey said in court Lawyer could face up to life in prison for the alleged crimes.

Student-athletes at the University of Idaho earned a cumulative 3.44 GPA for the spring 2023 semester. 103 student-athletes earned a perfect 4.0, 259 earned above a 3.0 GPA, and 145 were named to the Dean’s List. This has been the best semester since the university started tracking the metric.

The smell of grilled hot dogs and the pleasant sounds of the Moscow Middle School orchestra greeted parents who stopped by the school Thursday to see what their children have learned throughout the school year. The school staged its first Moscow Middle School Expo since the COVID-19 pandemic to show...

My term as president of the Idaho State Board of Education ended last month. The final months of my term were spent immersing myself in the details involved in negotiations between the University of Idaho and the University of Phoenix, which ultimately resulted in a groundbreaking transaction approved earlier this month by unanimous vote of the Idaho State Board of Education, sitting as the Board of Regents of the University of Idaho.

The state, nation, and globe are all watching closely as Bryan Kohberger has significantly resurfaced in the news surrounding his arraignment. The missing person case from May of 2022 would have been months before the crimes in Moscow occurred, which is he currently being held in custody as the suspect of. We have heard for months now that police were allegedly looking into other crimes to see if there could be any ties to Kohberger but did not know if there was actual truth to that.

Family members of one of the victims in the November quadruple homicide in Moscow are urging people to complete “random acts of kindness” on her behalf today. Madison Mogen died Nov. 13 along with fellow University of Idaho students Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Ethan Chapin in a King Road home. The suspect in their deaths, Bryan Kohberger, is in Latah County Jail awaiting his October jury trial.

Investigators were unable to determine what caused Monday’s fire that damaged two duplexes on Pullman’s College Hill. The City of Pullman’s Fire Marshal has concluded his investigation ruling that the cause of the blaze is undetermined. The fire heavily damaged one duplex and slightly damaged a duplex next door. Three people suffered minor injuries from smoke inhalation. The blaze which started as a brush fire destroyed several vehicles and a boat.

MOSCOW, Idaho — May 25 has been designated as "Maddie May Day" in honor of Moscow murder victim Madison Mogen. On Thursday, people are encouraged to perform random acts of kindness. According to their website, "Maddie May Day" was initiated by Mogen's relatives. "We all feel the pain of...

The University of Idaho is offering new details about a planned memorial to the four students murdered on Nov. 13, 2022, at a home near campus. (5/23/23) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said he’s happy with what the Pullman Regional Hospital’s Family Medicine Residency Program is doing. The governor visited Whitman County on Thursday, stopping by Pullman on a trip to meet with health care experts at the local hospital. Inslee also dropped by the Community Action Center in Pullman to discuss housing and food assistance with local service providers. The governor finished his visit at the Washington State University Bear Center, where he was met by brown bears and grizzlies.

(NewsNation) — Months after an announcement about the forthcoming demolition of the house where four University of Idaho students were killed, the Moscow, Idaho, home is still standing. What’s next for the property?. NewsNation senior national correspondent Brian Entin said the home, at 1122 King Road, is still...

The staff at WSU Insider hopes you’re making the most of your Memorial Day holiday. New postings will resume Tuesday, May 30. If you’re looking for thoughtful reading this holiday weekend, consider this 2020 article commemorating the life of Ronald J. Shurer II, a Washington State University graduate who received the Medal of Honor in recognition of his valor while deployed in Afghanistan.

HAILEY — The staff at University of Idaho’s Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, located in south-central Idaho’s Wood River Valley, is inviting the public to learn about recreation management on rangelands and participate in a stewardship activity during two forthcoming workshops. Friday, June 2, at 5:30 p.m.: Chris...

The Idaho State Board of Education has approved the University of Idaho’s (U of I) purchase of the University of Phoenix for $550 million. U of I officials believe the acquisition of the University of Phoenix will bring in $10 million in annual revenue, reports Boise Dev. Idaho State...