ELECTIONS
News and insights about the candidates and issues on the ballots in 2026
Sen. Jim Woodward is seeking his fourth term in the Senate. Scott Herndon hopes to return to the chamber after losing to Woodward in the primary two years ago.
Rep. Rod Furniss faces a rematch with former legislator Karey Hanks in this East Idaho district.
Sen. Christy Zito faces Megan Blanksma and Terry Gestrin.
Rep. Mike Veile will run against Chad Christensen, who is competing in the Republican primary after a four-year departure from the Statehouse.
Rep. Rick Cheatum faces a rematch with James Lamborn and Mike Saville.
Challenger Julianne Young believes government should shape culture, while incumbent Ben Fuhriman said kids with special needs offer a lot of value.
Trustees agreed to ask voters to OK a nearly $20 million measure in the coming election.
Trustees OK’d a $4 million supplemental levy but nixed plans for a separate facilities measure. Here’s why.
Trustees voted Wednesday to put a five-year, $15 million measure on the ballot.
Familiar faces. Enticing rematches. Bad blood. Good drama. The May election will be entertaining — and consequential.
