Idaho

Judge Lifts Gag Order in Bryan Kohberger Case, Unveiling Details of the University of Idaho Murders

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MOSCOW, Idaho — A state district judge lifted the gag order on the case of Bryan Kohberger, who recently entered a guilty plea for the murder of four University of Idaho students in November 2022. The ruling allows greater public access to information surrounding the high-profile case, which had been largely shrouded in secrecy. Judge Steven Hippler announced the decision during a court session, stating that the public’s right to information now takes precedence following Kohberger’s plea. “At this point, I just don’t think that I can justify the continuation of the nondissemination order,” Hippler … Read more

Family of Autistic Teen Victor Perez Sues Idaho Police, Alleges Violations of Disability Rights After Deadly Shooting

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Pocatello, Idaho — The family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism who was fatally shot by police earlier this year, has filed a lawsuit against the Pocatello Police Department. Their claims center on allegations that officers failed to adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during the interaction that led to Perez’s death. On April 5, 2023, officers responded to a call from a neighbor who reported a violent situation involving Perez, who was holding a knife. Despite previous encounters with law enforcement regarding Perez’s behavioral challenges and documented disabilities, officers arrived with … Read more

Idaho Doctor and Immigrant Patients Fight New Law Threatening Access to Critical HIV Medications

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BOISE, Idaho — An Idaho doctor and four residents are taking legal action against a new state law that could significantly limit public health benefits for individuals living in the U.S. without legal authorization. This law threatens access to crucial HIV and AIDS medications for low-income patients, according to a federal lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Idaho. The lawsuit, submitted Thursday night, represents Dr. Abby Davids and four individuals with HIV, who remain unnamed due to their immigration status. The complaint argues that the legislation is ambiguous, conflicts with federal law, and complicates healthcare … Read more

Idaho Judge Dismisses Bryan Kohberger’s Bid to Postpone Trial in College Student Murder Case

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MOSCOW, Idaho — A judge in Idaho has denied a request from Bryan Kohberger to postpone his murder trial related to the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students. The ruling comes as the defendant faces charges of murder in connection with a grisly incident that shocked the tight-knit community. Kohberger, a 28-year-old former graduate student, is accused of killing Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin in November 2022. The case has garnered significant media attention and raised questions about the safety of college campuses and the legal proceedings surrounding violent … Read more