Idaho’s Gold, Tech, Taxes, and Tragedy

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

A historic gold mine near Idaho City hits the market for $4.5 million, hinting at untapped riches beneath the earth. Meanwhile, Micron’s massive Boise plant investment has already pumped $32 million into the city’s coffers, fueling new hires in the planning department. But tensions rise as a city council member pushes for a 3% property tax hike to fund critical infrastructure — while the state’s GOP flips its script, now demanding property taxes be eliminated. On a somber note, the family of former NFL star Doug Martin files a wrongful death suit, and a 12-year-old boy’s tragic death at a hot…