IDAHO
Lawmakers complain to attorney general about Twin Falls trustee’s comments to staff
A letter from four Republican legislators to Board Chair Eric Smallwood questions whether it was appropriate to use district authority and public resources to address a partisan election.
Boise superintendent announces plan to retire
She is the only woman to lead the district in its almost 160-year history.
Analysis: Budget crunch sets the stage for a series of big Statehouse battles
Gov. Brad Little worked in a raft of rosy remarks about the Idaho economy on Monday. And he talked a lot about the need for cuts. The strange mixed message sets the table for what could be a strange session.
State of the State: Governor’s budget protects ‘classroom funding’ from cuts
Virtual schools and universities aren’t immune from more than $850 million in cuts, reversions and transfers aimed at balancing the state’s budget.
Landmark transgender athletes cases from Idaho, W.V. to be heard by US Supreme Court on Tuesday
Little v. Hecox is a case that contests 2020 Idaho law that bans trans athletes from competing on women’s and girls’ sports teams.
Here’s a guide to the 2026 legislative session
INSIDE: Find out how to follow the Legislature or participate in the lawmaking process.
Pocatello district to receive insurance settlement for Highland High fire
The East school will get $36.1 million following an agreement between trustees and an insurance mediator.
Madison district leader named superintendent of the year
Randy Lords recently reflected on the recognition, the educators who helped shape his accomplishments, and his approach as a school leader.
GOP leaders signal K-12 will be safe from budget cuts
Democrats aren’t buying it. Also, Gov. Brad Little says special education funding is a ‘critical’ issue that will be addressed after the state budget is ironed out.
Analysis: Performing without a net, legislators face the unfamiliar job of slashing budgets
Idaho faces a projected $555 million gap between spending requests and available revenues — a 10% gulf. And this time around, Idaho won’t get a truckload of federal money to erase the shortfall.