Statement on Planned Downtown Gathering Published on January 22, 2026 The City of Caldwell is aware of a planned gathering scheduled for January 23 at approximately 6:30 p.m., in the downtown area near Indian Creek Plaza. According to Indian Creek Plaza, there is an existing event that same night, Superhero Skate Night. Any other event is not sanctioned by Indian Creek Plaza or Destination Caldwell. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CPD Take Flight with Idaho’s First Drone as First Responder Program Published on January 15, 2026 The Caldwell Police Department is pioneering the first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program in Idaho. This innovative public safety initiative is designed to improve emergency response times, increase situational awareness, and enhance overall community safety. The media and public are invited to attend an open house on January 22 from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Caldwell Police Dep Tagged as: , Media Releases
Imminent Weight Restrictions-Closure on Blaine St Bridge Near 6th Ave Published on January 13, 2026 The City of Caldwell is notifying the public of an imminent weight restriction that will be implemented on Blaine Street at 6th Avenue following recent bridge inspection findings by the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD).ITD has required that the older Indian Creek Bridge located under Blaine Street, just west of 6th Avenue, be posted with weight restrictions until the bridge can be removed. T Tagged as: , Media Releases
Joint Statement, City of Caldwell Police Department & Vallivue SD Published on January 09, 2026 The Caldwell Police Department and Vallivue School District are aware of a false rumor circulating on social media regarding alleged cameras in a school locker room and the termination of a staff member.After speaking directly with multiple parents and school administrators, there is no evidence to support these claims. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Swift Arrests in Armed Robbery Published on January 07, 2026 The Caldwell Police Department has arrested two juveniles in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on January 1 near 15th Avenue and Blaine Street.Patrol Officers and Detectives were called to investigate the report of a robbery and met with the victim. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Utility Rate Adjustments: What Caldwell Residents Should Know Published on January 07, 2026 The City of Caldwell continues to receive questions regarding sanitation rates, and Mayor Phillips would like to share additional information about the recent rate increase.The City implemented adjustments to water, sewer, and sanitation rates in November 2025 to ensure the continued reliability, safety, and long-term sustainability of essential utility services. The average residential customer Tagged as: , Media Releases
Linden Street and Ward Road Intersection to Close for Roundabout Published on December 29, 2025 The City of Caldwell will close the intersection of Linden Street and Ward Road beginning Monday, Jan. 5 to start construction on a roundabout. Construction is expected to be completed in spring 2026.There is an update to the detour route. The previous route used KCID Road. The new detour uses Smeed Parkway. The City of Caldwell and the contractor revised the route to align with the detour for th Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Takes Final Step Toward Construction of Fire Facilities Published on December 17, 2025 The City of Caldwell is moving forward with the final required action to begin construction on three critical fire department facilities. City Council approved a resolution accepting the Guaranteed Maximum Price construction contract with CORE Construction, authorizing the use of bond and fire impact fee funds for the rebuild of Fire Station 1, the development of a Fire Administration building in Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Police Respond to Two Students Struck While Walking to School Published on December 09, 2025 The Caldwell Police Department is urging the community to take extra precautions after responding to two separate incidents in the past two days involving students struck by vehicles while walking to school.Both students suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Each incident highlights the critical importance of attentiveness and safety for drivers, students, and parents. Yesterday’ Tagged as: , Media Releases
CFD Engine 11 Selected for 2026 Pierce Manufacturing Calendar Published on December 05, 2025 The Caldwell Fire Department is proud to announce it has been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Pierce Manufacturing Calendar, featuring the department’s new custom Engine 11, which was placed into service in 2024. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Push-In Ceremony Published on December 04, 2025 The Caldwell Fire Department is proud to announce a community Push-In Ceremony to welcome its two newest apparatus, Engine 13 and Squad 13, into service. The event will take place on December 10 at 4:00 p.m. at Caldwell Fire Station 3 (11945 Skyway St, Caldwell). Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mentoring Network to Receive Large Donation from Mayor's Golf Scramble Published on November 14, 2025 Earlier this year, Mayor Jarom Wagoner hosted his annual Mayor Wagoner’s Charity Golf Scramble, bringing together community members and local businesses for a day of fun and fundraising. We’re proud to share that the proceeds from this year’s tournament will be presented to The Mentoring Network on November 17 at 10:00 a.m. The presentation will take place at the Caldwell City Council Chambers (20 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Fire Responds to Attic Fire Published on October 31, 2025 Last night at 6:18 p.m., Caldwell Fire Department crews were dispatched to reports of smoke coming from the attic of a home on Michigan Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters found an active fire in the attic and immediately began extinguishment efforts. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Gang Members Arrested After Walmart Parking Lot Altercation Published on October 30, 2025 On October 29 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Caldwell Police officers responded to Walmart on Cleveland Boulevard after a caller reported a fight in the parking lot. The caller stated that one individual had been injured and that all parties had left the area. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Installs Flashing Lights to Improve School Safety Published on October 29, 2025 The City of Caldwell is improving school zone safety by installing new flashing light systems at multiple schools across the community. The project is part of an ongoing effort to increase visibility, reduce speeding, and ensure safer routes for students, families, and staff. The lights were paid for using a Child Pedestrian Safety Program grant through the Local Highway Technical Assistance Counc Tagged as: , Media Releases
Armed Suspect Arrested After Shooting and Pursuit Published on October 27, 2025 At approximately 6:15 p.m., Caldwell Police officers responded to reports of an armed suspect in the area of 7th Avenue and Freeport Street. The suspect, identified as 34-year-old Jose Antonio Gallegos Jr., was reportedly brandishing two firearms and threatening a neighbor outside a residence on Freeport Street. After the initial confrontation, Gallegos fled the scene in a vehicle. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases
Explosive Devices, Drugs, 23 Dogs Found During Search Warrant Published on October 24, 2025 Caldwell Police served a search warrant yesterday at a residence on the 500 block of E. Ithaca near N. 5th Avenue as part of an ongoing investigation into 67-year-old Randy Robinson for allegedly creating homemade explosive devices that were determined to be extremely volatile and unsafe. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Nine Recruits Begin Caldwell Fire Department's First 16-Week Academy Published on October 21, 2025 The Caldwell Fire Department has officially launched its inaugural 16-week Fire Academy, welcoming nine new firefighter recruits to the organization. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases
Caldwell Fire Department Observes Fire Prevention Week and Month-Long Published on October 08, 2025 The Caldwell Fire Department is joining fire departments nationwide in recognizing Fire Prevention Week, October 5–11. This year’s theme, “Charge Into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” highlights the importance of educating families about the safe use and storage of lithium-ion batteries, which power many everyday devices. The campaign focuses on best practices for buying, charging Tagged as: , Media Releases
Man Arrested After Officer Involved Shooting Published on September 25, 2025 On September 25, at approximately 7:17p.m., a Caldwell Police Officer attempted to conduct a vehicle stop in the area of Linden and Indiana for a traffic violation. The driver, and solo occupant, failed to yield, and a pursuit ensued. Shortly after the pursuit began, the suspect began shooting toward the pursuing officers. The suspect continued to shoot at officers throughout the pursuit, until t Tagged as: , Media Releases