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Man allegedly involved in high-speed chase arrested by Idaho Falls Police SWAT team – East Idaho News
IDAHO FALLS — An Idaho Falls man wanted in connection to a high-speed pursuit Friday night was arrested Saturday evening after a SWAT operation at an Idaho Falls home.
Lucas James, 40, was taken into custody on a felony probation violation warrant.
He was located at a home on the 1700 block of Burlwood Drive. Police obtained a search warrant and SWAT officers approached the house with an armored vehicle called a Bearcat around 5:30 p.m., according to a news release from the Idaho Falls Police Department.
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“When officers started making announcements, Mr. James attempted to flee out a back door,” the release says. “Unfortunately for Mr. James, he was met in the backyard by Idaho Falls Police Officers.”
James was taken to the Bonneville County Jail and faces additional charges from Idaho State Police related to the high-speed chase that ended with a two-vehicle crash on Yellowstone Highway and Pancheri Drive around 10 p.m. Friday.
Police recovered drugs, drug paraphernalia, and firearms from the vehicle James was reportedly driving.
The charges include felony eluding, three counts of felon in possession of a firearm, felony possession of a controlled substance, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Local school administrator named Idaho’s Superintendent of the Year – East Idaho News
REXBURG — A local school administrator has been named Idaho Superintendent of the Year for 2026, recognizing his work at Madison School District.
According to a news release from the Idaho Association of School Administrators, Randy B. Lords Jr., the superintendent of Madison School District 321, was selected to represent Idaho as a nominee for the National Superintendent of the Year award.
He became superintendent for the district in 2021, where he has focused on improving academics through new programs and fostering the well-being of students and staff.
Lords was chosen, according to the release, due to his work on three main points:
- His support for career and technical education programs for students and for the use of an artificial intelligence-literacy program.
- His work on fiscal responsibility, with a focus on the district’s future growth and maintenance of its facilities.
- His work to improve parent and community involvement with the school district.
The ISAS executive director highlighted in the release Lords’ work to navigate the intricacies of leadership and improve the district’s academics.
“This recognition deeply humbles me, but this award belongs to the incredible faculty, staff and students of Madison School District,” Lords stated in the release. “Our success is a testament to the collaborative spirit of our community. I am honored to serve our families and will continue to work tirelessly to ensure every student has a world of opportunities at their fingertips.”
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Idaho Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Pick 3 on Jan. 5, 2026
Looking to win big? The Idaho Lottery offers several games if you think it’s your lucky day.
Lottery players in Idaho can chose from popular national games like the Powerball and Mega Millions, which are available in the vast majority of states. Other games include Lotto America, Lucky For Life, 5 Star Draw, Idaho Cash, Pick 3 and Pick 4.
Big lottery wins around the U.S. include a lucky lottery ticketholder in California who won a $1.27 billion Mega Millions jackpot in December 2024. See more big winners here. And if you do end up cashing a jackpot, here’s what experts say to do first.
Here’s a look at Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
04-18-24-51-56, Powerball: 14, Power Play: 2
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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
Day: 8-3-6
Night: 5-5-8
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
Day: 6-4-6-1
Night: 2-8-5-6
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
02-07-08-21-45, Lucky Ball: 15
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Winning Lotto America numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
12-19-21-30-47, Star Ball: 05, ASB: 03
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Winning Idaho Cash numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
06-25-31-36-42
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When are the Idaho Lottery drawings held ?
- Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: 1:59 p.m. (Day) and 7:59 p.m. (Night) MT daily.
- Pick 4: 1:59 p.m. (Day) and 7:59 p.m. (Night) MT daily.
- Lucky For Life: 8:35 p.m. MT Monday and Thursday.
- Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- 5 Star Draw: 8 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Idaho Cash: 8 p.m. MT daily.
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Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
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Southern Idaho sees Very High number of cases of Influenza
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s public health division is tracking higher-than-normal flu cases across southern Idaho.
The public health reporting site is showing at least 71 weekly positive laboratory tests for Influenza, with one influenza-related death reported. Tracking data shows that influenza reports started to spike from low to moderate to high starting six weeks ago. The numbers have continued to ramp up steadily since then, now registering as very high across all of southern Idaho.
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