Kevin Richert
McGeachin rips rivals over college scholarship vote
A newly created college scholarship subsidizes adults “who have already tried higher education and found it wasn’t for them,” lieutenant governor’s candidate Janice McGeachin said this week.
House upholds veto of reading test bill
Statehouse roundup, 3.27.18: A House vote fell far short of the two-thirds support needed to override a veto. Meanwhile, Otter objected to a piece of one K-12 budget, but stopped short of a second veto.
Survey reveals partisan shift on arming school teachers
Overall, 54 percent of survey respondents said armed teachers would enhance school safety, while 26 percent of respondents said it would make schools less safe.
Otter signs off on new statewide reading test
The budget frees up $550,000 to roll out a new statewide reading test, and resolves one of the last big battles of the 2018 legislative session.
March for our Lives: A reading roundup
More than 800 events were held worldwide Saturday, from Washington, D.C., to Parkland, Fla., to Boise.
Otter signs bill addressing school threats
The new law allows prosecutors to pursue a case involving a threat, whether it occurs on school grounds or on social media platforms. It goes into effect immediately.
The 2018 Legislature: A (not-too-early) look back
Who won? Who lost? And what does it all mean to students, parents and teachers? Recapping the soon-to-be-completed 2018 legislative session.
Senate OK’s funding for reading test, as session nears conclusion
Statehouse roundup, 3.22.18: The last spending bill of 2018 heads to Gov. Butch Otter’s desk. Lawmakers may head home within a couple of days.
Coeur d’Alene principal dies of apparent suicide
Classes at Coeur d’Alene High School are canceled for today, but the building will be open, with crisis counselors available to speak to students, staff, family members and the public.
Funding formula committee to meet Tuesday
With the Legislature’s work all but done for 2018, some summer committees are getting a jump on their work.