Good morning, Boise.

Albertsons Companies reported Q2 net income fell to $51.5 million for the 12 weeks ended Sept.

12, down from $168.5 million a year earlier as identical sales declined and delivery costs increased. The Boise-based grocer saw gains in digital and pharmacy sales partly offset these challenges + rising product shrink.

Al's Sporting Goods, a local favorite from Utah — known for its competitive pricing — will close its 43,000 sqft store on Saturday, Oct.

17 as it clears shelves; shoppers have one last chance to shop — with deep discounts available — before the store shuts permanently.

Matchbox Twenty will perform at the Ford Idaho Center on Thursday, May 27, 2027, and tickets go on sale Friday, Oct.

23 at 10 a.m. The nostalgic concert (featuring hits such as 3AM and Push) promises a night of reliving classic tunes.

Boise School District launched a Title IX investigation after threatened group chat messages among Timberline High student-athletes sparked concerns — support measures are in place as officials plan a community dialogue to address student safety.

Idaho sheriffs advise parents to set up safety settings on smartphones and to frequently check on children’s online activity to help prevent exposure to harmful content and potential online risks, noting that checking messages and app history can act as a safety net.

Boise State officials cut the ribbon on Friday, Oct.

9 at the new ESI Construction Management facility built to support a program that grew from 300 to 560 students. The building offers work areas, computer lab and a 3300 sqft high bay for training with timber donated by Boise Cascade.

The new Treasure Valley Pied Piper website lets residents report rat sightings to warn neighbors about infestations in the Treasure Valley; data shows Boise had over half of 838 sightings reported in the past five and a half months + nearby Meridian and Eagle reported fewer.

All lanes of I-84 will close between the Garrity Road (Exit 38) and Ten Mile Road (Exit 42) interchanges from 10 p.m. Thursday to 5 a.m. Friday for bridge deck installation, and drivers will follow a detour along Franklin Road.

The Boise City Council met Tuesday to review a plan to convert four Owyhee Park tennis courts into 12 pickleball courts; the proposal is part of a five-year plan from 2025 and funding is included in the FY 2027 budget pending final approval.

A local reporter recounted his Tacoberfest taco adventure that began with a stop at 9 Juan Juan Burritos in Ontario after crossing the border and continued in Nampa at Los Chavos Taco Truck near Celebration Church on Caldwell Boulevard, where $3 carne asada tacos with grilled onions impressed.