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State approves new charter schools for Meridian, Pocatello

An arts-integrated school in Meridian is expanding to serve high schoolers, and a new CTE-focused school is coming to Pocatello.

City council signs off on Boise State’s 10-year building plan

The plan is designed to accommodate projected growth at Idaho’s largest four-year university — by adding 750 dormitory beds, 370 parking spaces and 270 staff members.

School choice super PAC endorses Gov. Little

The group points to Idaho’s $50 million Parental Choice Tax Credit, Idaho Launch and a new federal tax credit.

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.

The governor’s race: Little lays low, while two opponents look for a breakthrough

Democrat Terri Pickens and independent John Stegner often sound alike — especially when it comes to Gov. Brad Little. The incumbent has a huge fundraising edge, and has easily won his last four elections.

Critchfield far outpaces challengers in fundraising with support from private sector

Find out who has donated the most to each campaign.

Boise elementary teacher awarded state’s highest honor

State superintendent Debbie Critchfield presented the 2027 CapEd Idaho Teacher of the Year award to Amanda Holland during a surprise ceremony Wednesday.

Timberline students walk out over alleged threats

More than 200 teens gathered near the high school Wednesday, calling for consequences as law enforcement examines alleged social media messages targeting a student.