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January 28, 2026
CBS Boise chief meteorologist Roland Steadham killed in Idaho plane crash
Updated on: January 28, 2026 / 9:39 AM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- Roland Steadham, chief meteorologist at KBOI, died in a small plane crash.
- The crash occurred near Emmett, Idaho, into the Payette River.
- Steadham was an accomplished pilot with over 3,000 flight hours.
- He had a 35-year career as a meteorologist and trained many others.
- He is survived by his wife, six children, and grandchildren.
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