2018 elections
Democrats file complaint over conservative newsletter
In a complaint filed Friday, the Idaho Democratic Party says The Idahoan is not a newspaper, but instead “nothing more than a campaign mailer” with ties to conservative groups.
What is ‘The Idahoan,’ and what does it say about this election?
The conservative newsletter’s endorsements, and non-endorsements, are both intriguing.
A Wednesday election endorsement roundup
As the May 15 election approaches, endorsement season is heating up. Catch the latest news here.
Fulcher: Cut deficit by mothballing Education Department? (Updated)
The former state senator and GOP 1st Congressional District candidate made the remarks during a televised debate Sunday. Idaho receives $264 million a year in federal education funding.
James Vandermaas, candidate for Congress
After spending a career in law enforcement, James Vandermaas opposes arming classroom teachers, and says “common-sense” regulations could make schools and communities safer.
Recapping a feisty lieutenant governor’s debate
The five Republican candidates traded some jabs on abortion and health care. And yes, they talked about education. Catch up here.
Fulcher holds fundraising edge in congressional race
The former state senator from Meridian is one of seven Republicans in the May 15 primary in the 1st Congressional District.
GOP superintendents’ candidates to debate; Democratic debate is off
Organizers canceled the televised Democratic debate, saying one of the two candidates, Allen Humble of Boise, had failed to prove he is actively campaigning for the office.
In the wake of school shootings, candidates stake out differences on safety
The gubernatorial candidates split along party lines on arming teachers and gun control.
McGeachin rips rivals over college scholarship vote
A newly created college scholarship subsidizes adults “who have already tried higher education and found it wasn’t for them,” lieutenant governor’s candidate Janice McGeachin said this week.