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Idaho lawmakers Friday took the first step in further cutting state agency budgets in both the current and upcoming fiscal years up to 5%.
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Rodrigo Abd/APNine Ada County and one Canyon County residents are seriously ill after consuming raw milk contaminated with E-coli. That includes two children hospitalized. -
Sean Dolan/Idaho Ed NewsThe Idaho Supreme Court upheld the state’s private education tax credit Thursday.
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Idaho Joint Democratic CaucusHundreds attended a town hall at the Capitol Wednesday in defense of Medicaid. During emotional testimonies, families, patients and advocates pleaded to preserve Medicaid services vital to loved ones and special needs people. -
James Dawson/Boise State Public RadioIdaho is one step closer to becoming at least the third state to prohibit its cities and counties from passing anti-discrimination ordinances.
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The idea of a linear fuel break, or LFB, is pretty straightforward: by clearing grass or other fuel along fire-prone roads, or planting fire-resistant vegetation, you can slow the spread of wildfire. New research suggests they may save more money than they cost to install and maintain. -
A longtime Canyon County activist and former chair of the Idaho Human Rights Commission has been removed from her post effective immediately. -
“It may be a minimalist stage; but do I play be the rules? I live my life in a maximalist way!” -
Last year, lawmakers turned to the Congressional Review Act to overturn Biden-era resources plans. Now, the tool is being looked at to unwind other public lands management actions. -
Newly proposed state budget cuts unveiled Tuesday could permanently trim between $15 million to $30 million into the future.
When the Idaho Legislature is in session, we've got you covered with a weekly digest on the latest developments coming from the statehouse, delivered to your inbox every Monday. Catch up on the full 2026 Legislative Round-Up, plus past sessions here.
- Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: February 6, 2026
- Always saying sorry? A psychologist explains why 'fawning' could be behind it
- From Crisis to Care: Ada County Victim Service Center expands support for victims of violence
- B.K. Borison revives 90s rom-com magic in her latest novel "And Now Back to You"
- Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: February 4, 2026
- How Indigenous Skiers are reckoning with climate change and exclusion
- A Nevada groundwater tool highlights strained habitats, with lessons for the Mountain West
- Scientists create the most detailed groundwater map yet — with big implications for the West
- Trump administration delays final grizzly bear plan until December
- Wildfire coverage can be carved out of homeowners insurance
