Happening in Boise: Enduring Idaho

The Idaho Legislature is addressing a budget shortfall with Governor Little's "ENDURING IDAHO" plan, involving agency budget adjustments and potential service impacts. The Treasure Valley is experiencing typical winter weather, including persistent inversion and chilly temperatures.

Boise School District Superintendent Lisa Roberts has announced her retirement after a short tenure. The school board will hold a special meeting on January 21st to determine the next steps. Community Education winter classes are open for registration.

Road construction continues on I-84 near Meridian with lane closures, but no new major projects have been announced.

Toros Tacos, with locations in Nampa and a food truck, has opened a location in the basement of the Shrine Social Club. The restaurant offers LA street food until 2 a.m. most nights.

Mortgage interest rates have dropped below six percent, potentially impacting the Boise real estate market, although home prices remain high. New condos downtown are selling for prices starting at $555,000.

The Boise State men's basketball team lost to Utah State at home and is traveling to UNLV. The Idaho Steelheads split a series against the Greensboro Gargoyles and are heading to Florida to play the Orlando Solar Bears.

Weekend events include comedian Alfred Robles and tribute band the Fooz Fighters. The Knitting Factory is hosting "SOS: The Recession Pop Party."