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Phoenix Fallout? Moody's Places University Of Idaho's Bond Rating Under Review
The $685 million University of Phoenix purchase could trigger a “multi-notch downgrade” in the University of Idaho’s bond rating.
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Idaho Bill Would Remove Six Month Requirement For No-Fee ID Cards
The Idaho Legislature is taking steps to revise its requirements for Idahoans to obtain no-fee identification cards.
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New Idaho Bill Would Create $420 Mandatory Minimum Fine For Marijuana Possession
If passed into law, bill would add mandatory minimum fine for possession of less than 3 ounces of pot
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Idaho A.G.'S Supreme Court Appeal Could Obstruct University Of Phoenix Purchase
An appeal could extend the legal battle by several more months.
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After Idaho Legislators Saw Marijuana Ads, Bill Introduced To Ban Advertising Related To Illegal Products
Idaho legislators introduced a bill on Wednesday to criminalize advertising illegal services or products — like marijuana — in Idaho.
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Idaho Legislators Couldn't Also Hold Elected City, School Or Highway District Office Under New Bill
Introducing the new bill clears the way for it to return to the committee for a full public hearing.
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Idaho Legislature Finishes Business For The Year, Will Recess To Await Governor's Action On Bills
The 2023 Idaho legislative session has run for 82 days at the Capitol in Boise.
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‘A Family-Oriented Dinosaur': Idaho Governor Signs New Prehistoric Emblem Into Law
The oryctodromeus is only found in Idaho and parts of southwest Montana
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Another Idaho Hospital Announces It Can No Longer Deliver Babies
A critical access hospital that serves a rural community northwest of Boise will no longer deliver babies after June 1.
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Trump Indicted By Manhattan Grand Jury, According To Reports
A former president has never been indicted before. Trump is also a Republican candidate in the 2024 race for the presidency.
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Postpartum Medicaid Expansion Is The First Step To Maternal Health Equity, Experts Say
Extending Medicaid for new mothers for 12 months could reduce maternal mortality rates, health researchers say.
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Idaho's ESA Movement Hit A Wall. It's Got A New Strategy Now: Incrementalism.
Opponents warn states such as Arizona and Wisconsin have seen a gradual expansion of taxpayer dollars funding private education options.
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Citing Staffing Issues And Political Climate, North Idaho Hospital Will No Longer Deliver Babies
Highly respected, talented physicians are leaving the state. Recruiting replacements will be “extraordinarily difficult."
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Bill Criminalizing Gender Care For Trans Youth Clears Hurdle In Idaho Legislature
The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee sent House Bill 71 to the full Senate, where it will be subject to amendments.
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Limits On Foreign Ownership Of U.S. Farmland Gain Support In Congress, Despite Skepticism
Currently, 14 states have laws restricting foreign private investment in agricultural land.
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Boise Junior High Social Worker's ‘Inappropriate' Conduct With Student Was Kept Secret. How?
A social worker may have abused a student, the principal is charged with not reporting it, and Boise school district hasn't told parents.
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Group Dedicated To Clean Energy Future Holds First Education Day At Idaho Capitol
“Clean energy developments in Idaho benefit all of us, economically and environmentally,” Richardson said.
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Idaho State Museum To Host Lunar New Year Celebration On Saturday
Mining and other industries brought many Chinese and Asian immigrants to the state beginning in the late 1860s.
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Pandemic Fallout, Workforce Issues Take Stage In Idaho Health And Welfare Budget Hearing
Most of those questions had the same premise: “Why should we spend money on this?”
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Rep. Wendy Horman Embraces New Role As Co-Chair Of The Idaho Legislature's Budget Committee
Horman supports changing public school funding formula, an issue that is expected to dominate the 2023 session.
