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
City of Caldwell to Host Welcome Home Celebration for Olympian Alyssa Published on September 18, 2025 The City of Caldwell is proud to welcome home Alyssa Mendoza, who recently represented Team USA on the international stage at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, England. Mendoza, a Caldwell native and Olympian, showcased her talent, discipline, and dedication while competing at the world level, bringing honor to her hometown and her country. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CHS vs VHS Football Game Published on September 16, 2025 The City of Caldwell, Caldwell High School, and Vallivue High School are excited to invite the community to the annual Caldwell High School (CHS) vs. Vallivue High School (VHS) football game on September 19, at 7:00 p.m. at Simplot Stadium. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Firefighters Association Host Annual Community Breakfast to S Published on September 15, 2025 The Caldwell Firefighters Association invites the community to join them for the annual Firefighter Breakfast on Saturday, September 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the corner of 7th & Arthur in downtown Caldwell. This tradition kicks off the Indian Creek Festival, making it the perfect start to a day of community fun and celebration.All proceeds benefit the association’s Burnout Fund, which Tagged as: , Media Releases
Swift Arrest in Homicide Case Highlights Agency Cooperation Published on August 19, 2025 Today, just after 4:00 p.m., Caldwell Police officers responded to a residence in the 1600 block of Blaine Street after dispatch received a call from a teen who indicated that when he arrived home, his father, later identified as 51-year-old Delbert Cornish, was inside armed with a gun.When officers arrived, they established a perimeter and made contact with the son outside of the residence. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Arrest Made in Ongoing Cemetery Vandalism Case Published on August 18, 2025 On August 15, Henry Baez was arrested in connection with repeated desecrations of one targeted gravesite at Canyon Hill Cemetery.Over the past several weeks, the gravesite had been repeatedly disturbed, including mounds of trash being dumped on it and digging occurring near the headstone. The Prosecuting Attorney’s office has charged Baez with malicious injury to property and desecrating a grave. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Home Destroyed in Afternoon Fire Published on August 18, 2025 At approximately 5:00 p.m., the Caldwell Fire Department responded to reports of a residential fire in the 1500 block of N. Plateau Avenue. The fire originated in the garage and quickly spread throughout the home, resulting in a total loss of the structure. At the time of the fire, one minor was inside the residence. They were able to safely evacuate and call 911. Tagged as: , Media Releases
First Responders Launch “See the Lights, Pull to the Right” Awareness Published on August 07, 2025 First responders are coming together to launch a weeklong public awareness campaign titled “See the Lights, Pull to the Right.” The campaign begins August 10 and runs through the week, spotlighting the importance of moving over for emergency vehicles and the critical role that public cooperation plays in saving lives. Tagged as: , Media Releases
General Election Informational Meeting Published on July 23, 2025 The City of Caldwell invites all citizens interested in running for elected office in the upcoming 2025 General Election to attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, August 5, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Caldwell City Hall Council Chambers, located at 205 S. 6th Avenue.This session will provide valuable information for individuals considering candidacy for the mayor’s seat o Tagged as: , Media Releases
Road Rage in Construction Zone Leads to Property Damage Published on July 21, 2025 On July 17, at approximately 3 p.m., Caldwell Police responded to a single-vehicle crash in an active construction zone near 10th Avenue and Ustick Road. The driver, identified as 39-year-old Edelmira Santizo Roblero, was traveling northbound when she failed to obey flaggers managing traffic through the work zone. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Police Rescue Abused Animals from Neglect; Charges Pending Published on July 17, 2025 On July 15, the Caldwell Police Department’s Animal Control Unit received a report of animal abuse and neglect at a residence on Dearborn. The reporting party provided video footage from inside the home, revealing disturbing conditions in which multiple pets were confined without adequate food, water, or care. The video showed at least six dogs, an unknown number of cats, hamsters, and a snake—all Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Firefighters Assist Coeur d’Alene Crews During Time of Loss Published on July 14, 2025 This past weekend, three members of the Caldwell Fire Department—Captain Jake Ives, Engineer Chase Jablonski, and Firefighter Jeremy Powers—traveled to northern Idaho to cover shifts for the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CFD Shares July 4 Holiday Weekend Incident Summary Published on July 07, 2025 The Caldwell Fire Department (CFD) responded to a steady number of calls during the July 4 holiday period, handling 121 total incidents between July 2 and July 6. These included ten fires, 68 medical emergencies, and 43 other calls for service. The activity was nearly evenly distributed across the five-days, with a peak of 29 calls on July 2. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Armed Suspect Apprehended After Pursuit and Assault on Officers Published on July 05, 2025 On the evening of July 4, at approximately 11 p.m., Caldwell officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Kiowa Creek involving 68-year-old Fred Carter. Investigators learned that Carter had allegedly fired a weapon at the home of an intended victim he had been stalking. Although the victim was not injured, rounds struck her residence. Tagged as: , Media Releases
High Speed Pursuit and Arrest Published on June 30, 2025 On Sunday at 10:40 p.m., near Ustick Road and Cleveland Boulevard, Caldwell Police Officers observed 28-year-old Jose Marquez behind the wheel of a vehicle. Marquez was wanted for felony aggravated assault after he pistol-whipped a victim last week. As officers attempted to stop Marquez, he fled in his vehicle at a high rate of speed. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Commends Quick Action by Caldwell Lifeguards After Pool Emergency Published on June 30, 2025 Lifeguards at Caldwell Memorial Pool are being recognized for their heroic actions after their life saving efforts during a water emergency on Friday afternoon. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CFD Responds to Tree Fall on Home Published on June 18, 2025 At 10:12 a.m., the Caldwell Fire Department (CFD) was dispatched to a residence where a large tree branch had fallen onto the home. Upon arrival, within just two minutes, crews found that the branch had also brought down a power line, impacting both the house and a vehicle parked in the front yard. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Critical Incident Under Investigation After Caldwell Emergency Call Published on June 15, 2025 Last night, shortly after 11:00 p.m., officers from the Caldwell Police Department, Caldwell Fire, and Canyon County Paramedics responded to a medical emergency call involving a 68-year-old man. The reporting party indicated that the man was suffering from an unknown medical condition, acting violently, and was threatening to jump off a third-floor balcony. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Significant Cost Hike Prompts City of Caldwell to Reevaluate WVHS Agre Published on June 13, 2025 City of Caldwell is committed to using taxpayer dollars responsibly and transparently. That’s why we are sharing an important update regarding the West Valley Humane Society (WVHS), which provides critical animal shelter services to Caldwell, Nampa, and the broader Canyon County community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Caldwell Police Apprehend Fugitive Wanted in Multi-State Pursuit Published on June 13, 2025 The Caldwell Police Department, in cooperation with the Queen Creek Police Department (Arizona), arrested Darryl Kysar, a convicted felon wanted on a nationwide, no-bond warrant after fleeing from multiple Arizona law enforcement agencies last month. Tagged as: , Media Releases