Kevin Richert
Anti-DEI law could affect multiple U of I programs, campus job descriptions
A memo from U of I officials — obtained Wednesday by Idaho EdNews — highlights the complexity of Idaho’s new, far-reaching anti-DEI law.
‘Record-smashing:’ Boise State fundraising tops the $100 million mark
The Boise State University Foundation reported $102 million in fundraising in 2024-25 — a new record, and a whopping 66% increase from the previous year.
U of I reapplies for $59 million federal ag research grant
It had been the largest federal grant in the university’s history. In April, the Trump administration abruptly terminated the nationwide research program, calling it “a Biden era climate slush fund.”
Supreme Court will rule on Idaho’s transgender athletics ban
It’s unclear when the Supreme Court will hear arguments on Idaho’s first-in-the-nation ban, passed in 2020. The ruling figures to be a landmark moment in the national debate.
CWI pursues ‘no-cash’ acquisition of Nampa’s Idaho Center
The 100-acre property includes a main arena, with a seating capacity of about 12,200; a 10,500-seat outdoor amphitheater; and a horse park and sports center for equine events.
Achilles launches independent run for U.S. Senate
Achilles, of Boise, had served in the Legislature since 2024, and chaired the Democrats’ nine-member caucus in 2025. He will challenge three-term U.S. Sen. Jim Risch.
GOP resolution calls for partisan school board elections
“Nonpartisan elections fail to provide voters with clear information about the moral and political stances of candidates,” reads the resolution, approved during the GOP state central committee’s annual summer meeting in June.
Boise State provost leaves for Florida post
Provost John Buckwalter’s departure is the second high-level shakeup at Boise State in the past week.
Valley View parents sue Boise district, alleging sexual abuse
The district now says it has received seven tort claims directly or indirectly related to Gavin Snow, a former special education assistant who took his life in January. Tort claims are precursors to civil suits — like the lawsuit filed Thursday.
Top Boise State administrator follows Tromp to Vermont
Alicia Estey served on the Boise School Board for three years and worked at Boise State for nearly 20 years. She served in several capacities on campus, but also was a central figure in the Big City Coffee controversy.