News
- Features
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The Campaign that Wasn't: How to botch an election in six easy steps
In the race for governor, it was a game of missed chances for both Allred and Otter
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The Big Crush, Boise's Possible Solution to the Mountain of Glass
The Glass Ceiling, Part Two
- Citydesk
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Is Steven Tepper Superman?
"Unfortunately, many of my own students have no idea how to approach a creative question."
- Citydesk
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27th Annual Frank Church Conference
The day-long conference will explore economic, political and cultural relations between American and China and feature a number of experts on the world's top two powerhouse economies.
- Citizen
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Kate Kelly
"It's someone else's turn now."
- World
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Canada: Psycho killer, qu'est-ce que c'est?
Canadians struggle to understand one of the most unusual serial killers in their country's history.
- World
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China and Taiwan: What cross-strait thaw?
Famous Taiwanese actress Vivian Hsu was reduced to tears–and that's just the tip of the iceberg.
- World
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Lebron James: NBA ambassador to international game
2010 season begins in the US, but needs a little help from overseas
- World
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Could defeat for Democrats be good for the world?
Analysis: History tells us that presidents turn to foreign policy if they lose Congress.
- World
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The View from Yemen: They're Looking Into It
What Obama has called a "credible terrorist threat" is being played down in Sanaa.
- World
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Battle for Mogadishu Escalates
Fighting rages as Al Shabaab extremists and government forces battle on streets
Cartoons
Food & Drink
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- Food Review
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Casa del Sol
Two egg-battered-and-fried green peppers oozed melted cheese, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese and more melted cheese. Did I mention the gooey, luscious melted cheese?
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- Food Review
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Casa Del Sol
Though it now sports a cantina vibe, the spirit of all of those who have come before still lingers in Casa del Sol's dark, cozy space that is as welcome to a new generation of hip kids as it was to the hippies.
- Beerguzzler
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Utah Brews
Yes Virginia, they do brew beer in Utah.
Odds & Ends
Arts & Culture
- Culture
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Day of the Dead
Unlike Halloween, Day of the Dead is a chance to embrace the cycle of life instead of cramming an old pillowcase full of miniature processed sweets.
- Culture
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Halloween Events
A full weekend of events and orange color schemes to celebrate all things terrifying macabre.
- Lit
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Fall Book Sale at the Library
In addition to books, the sale will also feature a limited selection of videos and music.
Blogs
Music
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Azure Ray Rejoins, Rejoices
Music duo back with new album
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- Listen Here
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Russian Circles, Oct. 29, The Venue
Chicago's Russian Circles will miss the booze, but said they're looking forward to playing an all ages club this time around.
- Listen Here
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Elf Power Tonight at VAC
With 10 full-length albums under their belt--including everything from 1997's fantasy concept album When the Red King Comes to 2004's Walking with the Beggar Boys--Elf Power has remained a powerful, if under-the-radar, indie force.
- Listen Here
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Mavis Staples, Nov. 2, Egyptian Theatre
Legendary singer Mavis Staples tapped an unlikely source to help with her latest album: Wilco's Jeff Tweedy.
- Music Reviews
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Ryan Bingham and the Dead Horses: Junky Star
Junky Star is not a party album, unless your idea of a good time is hanging around a funeral parlor. But for introspective roots-rock and a tour through Texas blues, it's damn hard to beat.
Screen
- Film
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Conviction
This role may be an Oscar hat trick for Hilary Swank
- Film
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The Projector: Movies opening Friday, Oct. 29
Woody Allen, Jigsaw, Hilary Swank and some special screenings. It's all at the movies.
- Film
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Phantom of the Opera
The 1925 silent horror film follows the phantom as he lurks through the Paris Opera House, dropping chandeliers and spooking opera staff and audience members in an attempt to procure the leading role for his romantic interest, Christine Daae (Mary Philbin).
Rec & Sports
- Rec News
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BMX in Eagle
Things are on track for Eagle Bike Park's new BMX track.
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- Play
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Getting In The Spirit with Ghost Hunters
The Boise chapter of the International Paranormal Reporting Group let Boise Weekly tag along for a trip to the Idaho City Pioneer Cemetery.
Opinion
- Bill Cope
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Cowpoke Tao
The governor chews some fat
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Mail and Commentary October 27, 2010
"'Sustainable' alternatives are sustained only by getting lots more than they give back. Do the math."
- Ted Rall
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Too Pig To Jail?
Ban foreclosures now
- Note
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Vote Already and Get It Over With
If you're looking for endorsements here, you're not going to get them.
BW Picks
- Find
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Listen to YouTube
Sometimes it's hard to find that one obscure, vinyl-only track that you're certain would tie the your whole mix tape together. Luckily, there's listentoyoutube.com, a free website that turns Youtube videos into MP3s.
Covers
Top Viewed Stories
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November 19, 2018: What to Know
An early morning explosion in Garden City, climate change threatens the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Keurig says it now has a device to mix alcoholic beverages, Amazon Prime members will get to see Aquaman before most attendees and the Motion Picture Academy hands out its Governors Awards.
- Nov 19, 2018
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Analysis: Idaho Jobless Rate May Be Impressive But Wages Remain Stagnant
"We're seeing Idaho get left behind. Wages across the country have risen by more than 21 percent since 1977 while Idaho wages have barely moved."
- Nov 17, 2018
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UPDATE: One Killed, Three Injured in Blast at US Ecology Hazardous Waste Facility in Owyhee County
"This is a tragedy that has been felt through the entire US Ecology family and the darkest day in US Ecology's 55-year-history."
- Nov 17, 2018
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Boise State Track Phenom Allie Ostrander Takes Sixth at NCAA Championships
The Bronco women's track team tied its best-ever record. Bronco men finish 10th.
- Nov 17, 2018
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Man Yelling Obscenities at Students Triggers 'Shelter in Place' at Boise High, Arrest of Suspect
42-year-old James Van Camp of Boise was charged with disturbing the peace. He was also charged with contempt of court in connection with a previous incident.
- Nov 16, 2018
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