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Grisly details emerge on student sexual assault in Dietrich
One suspect was arraigned Monday, while a second suspect faces a June 10 preliminary hearing. The Washington Post wrote about the sexual assault case Wednesday.
State drops ‘birth gender’ wording from application
A state spokesman called the wording a typo. A Boise parent considered it a potential threat to student privacy.
Pre-K programs grow significantly — but not in Idaho
State-funded pre-K programs accommodated about 1.4 million students in 2014-15, an increase of 37,000 students.
Video: What’s next in West Ada?
After the recalls of two trustees, the West Ada School District faces a big transition. Get the answers here.
Schools receive $1.9 million for fruits and vegetables
The federal grants will allow the schools to offer free mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks.
Analysis: Winners and losers from Tuesday’s elections
It was a good night for some key legislators. A rough night for hardline conservatives — or some of them, anyway. And another night of drama in West Ada.
Otter endorses West Ada recalls
The governor and the first lady headed a list of endorsements released Thursday.
UPDATE: Some big numbers and surprises in legislative fundraising
Pre-election “sunshine reports” often provide a good glimpse into the final throes of a campaign. The latest filings are no exception.
Breaking down Otter’s legislative endorsements
Otter is endorsing in 12 GOP legislative primaries Tuesday, the Associated Press reported.
Another way to look at Tuesday’s school bond issues
Idaho voters will decide on $57.2 million in bond issues Tuesday — or almost enough to pay for a high school football stadium in Texas.