Meet Two Of The Idaho Democratic Party's Statewide Candidates For The November Election

“In no uncertain terms, our fundamental freedom to be a human being with a uterus is going away,” Pickens Manweiler told delegates.

Idaho Democrats Adopt Party Platform, Resolutions During Day 2 Of Convention

Protecting abortion and reproductive rights have been themes during the first two days of the Idaho Democrats' convention in Boise.

U.S. Senate Republicans Block Bill Requiring Agencies Monitor Domestic Terrorism

U.S. Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked a bill that would require federal agencies to monitor domestic terrorism incidents.

Rep. Troy To Take Government Relations Post At University Of Idaho

Rep. Caroline Nilsson Troy, R-Genesee, has accepted a position lobbying for the University of Idaho

Idaho Secretary Of State: Preliminary Election Audit Results Show Low Margin Of Error

It is the first post-election audit since the passage of Senate Bill 1274 during the legislative session earlier this year.

Idaho Gov. Little Fends Off Trump-Endorsed Opponent In GOP Primary

Idaho Gov. Brad Little will likely get to keep his seat for another term after defeating Donald Trump-backed Janice McGeachin.

At The White House, An Emotional Ketanji Brown Jackson Says, ‘We've Made It, All Of Us'

Biden thanked the three Republican senators, Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Mitt Romney of Utah, who voted to confirm.

More Space In Caldwell, Twin Falls. More Telehealth. What VA Recommendations Mean For Idaho Vets

They're aging. They're becoming more diverse, as more women, people of color and LGBTQ service members enter the military.

Idaho Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Implementation Of New Abortion Law

Planned Parenthood argued the bill is an “unprecedented power grab” that would “wreak havoc” on the lives of Idahoans and their rights.

Idaho scored an 83 out of 100 for financial transparency

New report released by Truth in Accounting

Idaho received ‘B’ for fiscal health

According to Truth in Accounting's new Financial State of the States report

Lt. Gov.: Reconvene Idaho Legislature To Address Health Care Provider Vaccine Mandates

During the recess, legislators are not receiving per diem payments or vouchered expenses unless approved by Bedke.

Will Idaho's Special Interest Groups Be A Barrier To Tax Code Changes?

Some industry representatives say a review is a good idea — others say it's a waste of time.

Anti-Poverty Advocates Urge Congress To Act On Voting Rights, Minimum Wage, Filibuster

Advocates urge Congress to enact the “For the People Act,” an elections overhaul that passed in the House but was blocked by the Senate.

Bipartisan Team Leads Push To Expand Veterans' Free Access To National Parks

Bill would also give active-duty military free annual passes to national parks, public federal lands

Idaho Expects Redistricting Process To Begin In September

The process is already behind schedule and will have far-reaching implications.

‘I Am Not An Anti-Vaxxer': Two Legislators Have Different Reasons For Opposing Vaccine Mandates

"m confident we would get distracted by other things if we reconvene.”

Biden's Public Lands Pick Nears Crucial Vote In Growing Senate Confirmation Fight

Her supporters remain optimistic, but Tracy Stone-Manning will likely face tough questions from Republicans.

Idaho Governor Issues Emergency Declaration For Wildfire Season

Gov. Brad Little mobilized Idaho National Guard firefighters and aircraft to assist

Bedke: ‘We're Going To Be Deliberate' On Lt. Gov.'S Request To Look At Vaccine Rules

‘This is, after all, why the House decided to recess,' Janice McGeachin wrote in a letter to Speaker Bedke.

Analysis: How Critical Race Theory Turned Into A Political ‘Bogeyman'

The running joke was that Idaho educators were scrambling to Google to figure out what “critical race theory” is.

‘We All Have To Do Better': White House Urges Locals To Boost Eviction Diversion Programs

The U.S. Supreme Court declined in a 5-to-4 vote Tuesday to end the moratorium.

Idaho Begins New Fiscal Year Eyeing Record $800 Million-Plus Budget Surplus

New laws, including one providing relief for long lines at the DMV, take effect across the state today

GOP Furor Over ‘Critical Race Theory' Hits College Campuses

Much of the “critical race theory” uproar to date has centered on teaching in K-12 schools.

Conservative Speakers And Candidates Dominate Second Education Task Force Meeting

Lt. Gov. McGeachin said the panel has not taken public comment because it does not have recommendations to consider.

Biden And Bipartisan Senators Clinch A Deal On $1.2T Infrastructure Plan

An outline of the new bipartisan agreement released by the White House says it would spend $1.2 trillion over eight years.

Ada Commissioners Won't Keep Dr. Epperly, Who Favored COVID Measures, On Health Board

“After 15 years of service to Central District Health, I was sent an e-mail saying ‘Thank You For Your Service.’"

Simpson's Salmon Plan: Once In A Generation Opportunity Or No Path Forward?

Stakeholder groups weigh in on Rep. Mike Simpson's salmon recovery plan. “It will be no easy task, and on a very tight timeline."

Biden Public Lands Nominee Opposed By GOP Over Link To 1989 Tree-Spiking In Idaho

“I’m sure everyone in this room regrets things they’ve done in their early 20s, but we all accumulate lessons,” Stone-Manning said.

Mike Mansfield, The Saturday Night Massacre And Rubber Chicken In Idaho

Mansfield’s approach to a presidential and Constitutional crisis in the 1970’s was among his finest moments.

Ammon Bundy Announces Republican Run For Idaho Governor

Idaho Republican Party chairman Tom Luna blasted Bundy in an earlier statement for his ‘antics and chaotic political theater.'

Idaho Gov. Offers Paid Time Off For COVID Vaccine, Calls On Businesses To Follow Suit

COVID-19 vaccine is best tool to protect jobs, strengthen workforce and save lives, Little says

Reclaim Idaho Can Now Gather Signatures For A K-12 Initiative. But There's A Catch.

The requires organizers to gather signatures from 6% of voters in all 35 legislative districts, up from the previous requirement of 18.

Extremism Expert: Idaho Critical Race Theory Debate Is ‘Cynical' Effort To Rally Voters

Trump’s administration called the theory “divisive anti-American propaganda” and Trump encouraged states to ban it.

Idaho Doesn't Review Its Tax Exemptions. Billions Go Uncollected Annually, Report Says.

Several tax exemptions have significantly underestimated values because they've been on the books so long.

Costs For The Past 1.5 Months Of Longest Legislative Session In Idaho History Exceed $500,000

The previously longest session in state history ran for 118 days in 2003.

Idaho Children Are Sent Out Of State For Care. Idaho Youth Ranch Is Bringing Them Home.

Opening a residential program now “gets us back to our heart and soul,” CEO Scott Curtis said.

‘Brad, I've Got An Executive Order Here.' Little Talks Mask Mandates, Gubernatorial Authority

“We did some work Thursday night on the pros and cons of issuing a new EO (executive order) and a statement,” Little said.

‘Enough Is Enough.' Why Far-Right, Anti-Education Policies Don't Represent The Republican Party.

They were voted into office because of our own complacency of either not voting or not taking the time to learn who they were.

Pandemic Fallout: Idaho Health Department Responds To Need For Depression, Anxiety Resources

Federal funds will help with temporary staffing, gearing up for new suicide prevention hotline.