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Idaho’s budget committee slashed $106.5 million from the upcoming fiscal year’s spending plan over objections that the cuts will hurt public services and ultimately cost the state more in the long run.
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James Dawson/Boise State Public RadioIdaho Democrats are once again urging Republican legislative leaders to tap into the state’s rainy day funds to help cover its projected budget deficit. -
Valley Regional Transit media kitThe county formally opposes the transit agency's effort to gain taxing authority and change its funding model.
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James Dawson/Boise State Public RadioOwners of short-term rentals in Idaho could get a break from certain regulations under a bill that cleared the House Thursday morning. -
Ted Eytan/FlickrAll government buildings and private businesses would have to ban transgender people from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity under a new bill heading to the House floor.
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As immigration enforcement expands nationwide, Native families say increased ICE activity is creating fear in their communities, even among U.S. citizens and tribal members. -
This winter isn’t like the rest. Payette Lake in McCall is one of many places hitting records. -
Join KIN and Boise State Public Radio for a unique experience, where food tells the story! KIN will be featuring a specially curated public radio menu beginning Wednesday, February 25 through Saturday, Feb. 28. Ticketed dinner hosted by George Prentice on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 7:00 p.m. -
Copper Quill Haven has withdrawn from contract negotiations with Canyon County, the city of Nampa and the city of Caldwell and will no longer be in charge of their animal shelter services. The organization was set to take over from West Valley Humane Society this week. -
At less than 140,000 square miles, snow cover across the region was the lowest ever recorded on February 1 in the satellite record, which goes back to 2001. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) call it the “worst snowpack on record.”
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