As the nation prepares for trillions of red-eyed bugs known as periodical cicadas to emerge, it's worth noting that they're not just annoying, noisy pests if prepared properly, they can also be tasty to eat. Blocks away from such French Quarter fine-dining stalwarts as Antoine's and Brennan's, the Audubon Insectarium in New Orleans has long served up an array of alternative, insect-based treats at its "Bug Appetit" cafe overlooking the Mississippi River. "Cinnamon Bug Crunch," chili-fried waxworms, and crispy, cajun-spiced crickets are among the menu items. Periodical cicadas stay bu ..read more

Twenty-two Magic Valley candidates are seeking seats in the Idaho State House and Senate for Districts 24, 25, and 26. All of them have been invited to a public forum at CSI to share their views as they seek election or re-election. The Candidate Forum will take place from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, April 23 at the Herrett Center on the CSI Campus. A moderator will ask candidates questions. The Audience is welcome to submit written questions that may be answered as time allows. (Below is the transcript from the broadcast story) Over half the state budget goes to education, and for students, I think th ..read more

From TV's "Law and Order: SVU" to OJ's infamous white Bronco chase, Americans have been watching police chases for years. But federal data shows more people were killed in 2022 in police pursuits than during any year on record. There were 577 deaths nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That's a 40% jump compared to 2019. "It's 577 too many," according to Daryl Washington.  Washington is representing the family of Andre Craig, a 57-year-old Fort Worth, Texas, man who was killed during a high-speed police chase. "Andre wasn't doing anything ..read more

It was supposed to be a typical post-sports dinner: Aspen Lamfers headed over to a Wendy's in her Michigan city and ate a hamburger, chicken nuggets and French fries after her team's softball practice. Today, that meal Aspen ate at 11 years old has continued to leave its mark, and her family is taking legal action because of it. In a lawsuit filed against Wendy's parent company, Meritage Hospitality Group, Aspen's family alleges the Wendy's in Jenison gave her a STEC infection, which occurs when a person eats something contaminated by certain E. coli. A week after her first onset of symptoms ..read more

The rights of LGBTQ+ students will be protected by federal law and victims of campus sexual assault will gain new safeguards under rules finalized Friday by the Biden administration. The new provisions are part of a revised Title IX regulation issued by the Education Department, fulfilling a campaign pledge by President Joe Biden. He had promised to dismantle rules created by former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, who added new protections for students accused of sexual misconduct. Notably absent from Bidens policy, however, is any mention of transgender athletes. The administration orig ..read more

Several of you have commented on the new shows we've recently launched in our lineup, including "Trump on Trial," airing weeknights at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Our team takes you beyond the legalese of each proceeding as former President Trump faces the first of four criminal trials. It's an unprecedented moment in American history, one we thought deserved a thorough lens of balanced analysis and in-depth, fact-based reporting. Based on your calls, though, the program's focus has been polarizing. Bruce in Maryland says: "I feel like the more time you give to Trump with his picture plastered in ..read more

Louie Millane is ranked as the number one figure skater in the country at the intermediate level and he's looking to compete at Junior Nationals in January of 2025. Louie's season starts this weekend with the Boise Classic put together by the Boise Figure Skating Club. It will be an exhibition for Louie, but for some of our other local skaters, it will be an opportunity to qualify for national showcase. "I just love coming out here, it is just so freeing to have open ice and just have fun," said Bianca Brower, who has worked on her routine since the McCall Winter Carnival. "I have some axles ..read more

US Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced $47.7 million will be going to schools, road maintenance, youth job training, wildfire prevention, watershed restoration, and habitat conversion in Oregon. The money will go to 30 counties across Oregon. $3.6 million from the funding will be going to Grant County. The funds are part of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS), which Wyden co-authored back in 2000. Three additional years of the SRS funding in the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Secure Rural Schools payments are critical for our rural communities her ..read more

Friday's testimony in the Chad Daybell murder trial started where it ended on Thursday with Melanie Gibb on the witness stand. Melanie Gibb was back on the stand on Friday. Defense Attorney John Prior grilled Gibb over her recollection of events. Retired F.B.I. Agent Douglas Hart talked in detail about a thread of texts between Chad and Lori Vallow.  (The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story.)   Gibb is an acquaintance of both Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell. During cross-examination, Defense Attorney John Prior questioned Gibb about a recorded phone call Gibb made t ..read more

Automaker Tesla issued a recall for nearly 4,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after the company said accelerator pedals could become stuck and cause a crash if the vehicles accelerate unintentionally.  The company didn't immediately post the recall on its news page, but as Barrons reported on Friday, Tesla stock dropped for the sixth straight day after the Cybertruck recall news hit headlines.  At least 3,878 Cybertrucks were included in the recall, the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration said, according to Reuters.  Scripps News reached out ..read more