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A Pickens-Stegner campaign dustup — centered on one word in a court opinion
The topic: a title dispute — and a 2021 Supreme Court opinion. Here’s the rundown.
State superintendent candidates agree to debate next week
Idaho News 6 will host and livestream the event Monday night. It will feature Republican incumbent Debbie Critchfield, Democrat Becky Sundin Mitchell and Constitution Party candidate Teresa Roundy.
The hiring of a new U of I president begins — with a search committee named
Working behind closed doors, the nine-member committee will have a big say in replacing retiring President C. Scott Green.
Idaho senators seek three-year Secure Rural Schools extension
The bipartisan bill would provide about $7 million a year to schools in Idaho’s timber country.
Crapo, Risch vote for college sports overhaul bill
The Senate passed the bipartisan and far-reaching Protect College Sports Act of 2026 on a 77-22 vote. The bill goes to the House, where the prospects are murky.
Boise State looks at big makeover east of stadium
The “east campus project” could include “hotel, conference, event, retail, dining, housing and parking options,” Boise State President David Hahn said Friday.
Memorial service for Terry Gilbert slated for Sunday
The former educator, Idaho Education Association president and state superintendent’s candidate died on Aug. 30.
A national magazine releases its annual college rankings. Here’s how Idaho stacks up
The University of Idaho received a lofty national ranking for affordability. A Moscow-based college — connected to a controversial church with ties to Christian nationalism — is Idaho’s highest-ranked liberal arts college.
Idaho State lab expansion project to begin this fall
The 6,130-square-foot remodel is designed to support Idaho’s sole medical school, and a new medical education partnership in Boise.
U of I lands $14.6 million contract focused on child care in Idaho
The federal dollars will fund a U of I-Idaho Department of Health and Welfare project aimed at staff training and helping parents find child care that meets their needs.