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Primary night live blog (final)
Check back through the night for instant election night analysis.
Coronavirus case numbers remain low — but they’re ticking upward
Last week, the state reported 103 new coronavirus cases involving 5- to 17-year-olds. The previous week, this number was 44.
By the numbers: The spendy state superintendent’s primary
This is the most expensive state superintendent’s primary since at least 2002. And it isn’t even close. We have all the numbers.
The election money race: a deep dive into the raw numbers
A closer look at fundraising in the statewide elections, and key legislative primaries.
As election nears, McGeachin shortfall saga takes a new turn
On Monday, Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin dismissed reports of a $2,000 office budget deficit as “misinformation.” But a state administrator warned that it might be difficult for McGeachin to balance her books, the Idaho Capital Sun reported.
This week in the superintendent’s race: Catch up here
It’s been a newsy week. Here are all the links you need.
Judge dismisses parts of Big City Coffee’s lawsuit against Boise State
The university and President Marlene Tromp are dismissed from the $10 million lawsuit, Margaret Carmel of BoiseDev.com reported, but Big City can pursue its case against three past and former administrators.
Some big-name Monday endorsements
Former Gov. Butch Otter and former first lady Lori Otter endorse state superintendent’s candidate Debbie Critchfield. Gov. Brad Little endorses Scott Bedke in the lieutenant governor’s race.
Idaho will receive Secure Rural Schools funding boost
Schools in timber country stand to receive about $7 million, up roughly $900,000 from the preceding year.
It’s official: Governor’s debate is a no-go
Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin had originally agreed to the May 3 Idaho Public Television debate, but that was before Friday, when Gov. Brad Little backed out. When Little canceled, McGeachin reneged.