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The money race: Some last-minute campaign finance thumbnails

As has been the case throughout the election, much of the money is going into the multimillion-dollar campaign over Proposition 1, and a handful of legislative races in swing districts.

Private school choice backers pour $85,000 into legislative races

Independent campaign spending is down considerably from May’s GOP primary, but the fall spending shines a spotlight on a handful of competitive Statehouse races.

Idaho State reports enrollment increases

Idaho State is reporting an overall enrollment increase — and its largest first-year student class in a decade.

Empowering Parents is open for applications

Families can now apply for their share from the $30 million education microgrant program. They can receive up to $1,000 per student or $3,000 per family.

Boise State, U of I tout enrollment increases

Boise State University reported a fall enrollment record. The University of Idaho reported the largest first-year student class in its history.

Nevada-San José State volleyball match a go, despite player boycott

Four universities, including Boise State University, have canceled or forfeited matches with San José State, which reportedly has a transgender athlete on its roster.

BYU-Idaho enrollment increases, rebounds to 2022 levels

Fueled by the largest incoming class in school history, Brigham Young University-Idaho is reporting a 3.4% increase in on-campus enrollment.

Boise State foundation head steps aside

As Boise State University continues the most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history, Matthew Ewing is leaving for a job at his alma mater.

Empowering Parents applications to open in late October

The state will again have $30 million available. Grants are capped at $1,000 per student or $3,000 per family

Treasure Valley students attend first-ever fentanyl summit

Organizers say they want to get ahead of the fentanyl crisis before it can take root in Treasure Valley schools.