Elections

Teachers’ union political arm endorses legislative candidates, steers clear of governor

Half of those endorsed are challenging incumbent lawmakers, including hardline conservatives and members of Republican leadership.

Analysis: GOP politics — and Little — have changed since 2018. This election proves it.

Gov. Brad Little faces no prominent hardline opponent in the May 19 GOP primary, and it’s no accident. For eight years, Little has sought to neutralize opposition from the right — while stepping away from the centrist coalition that helped elect him in the first place.

GOP challengers take aim at Little in crowded primary

From saloon owner to county commissioner, Republican hopefuls are lining up to challenge the governor on May 19.

District 4: Longtime Republican activist challenges North Idaho incumbent

Christa Hazel takes on Rep. Elaine Price, who has long been aligned with hardline groups like the Idaho Freedom Foundation.

District 24: County commissioner takes on steadfast budget-cutting senator

Sen. Glenneda Zuiderveld says she’s sticking up for the taxpayer. Brent Reinke, a county commissioner, will challenge her in May.

Private school choice advocate tops lobbying expenditures, again

For the third time in four years, Idaho’s top-spending lobbying group is the American Federation for Children.

School districts to ask voters for $183 million on May ballots

Inside: See what your district has on the ballot.

District 6: State rep challenges senator over communication concerns

Rep. Lori McCann says Sen. Dan Foreman is unresponsive to constituents and refuses to collaborate. “I’m not even going to dignify that with a response,” Foreman said.

District 24: Bankruptcy lawyer challenges Twin Falls lawmaker over special education views

Alexandra Caval said Magic Valley voters want a “course correction” after Rep. Clint Hostetler’s election two years ago.