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K-12 coronavirus case numbers taper off
The dropoff comes on the heels of a spike in cases.
Coronavirus trendline, 2.5.21: New case numbers continue to plummet
Coronavirus metrics improved across the board, with new weekly case numbers falling to their lowest rate in more than four months.
K-12 coronavirus cases nearly double
The sharp increase in K-12 cases runs counter to a continued decline in Idaho coronavirus cases overall. But K-12 case numbers remain far below peak rates from November and early December.
Boise State researchers found partisan divides on virus — and schooling during a pandemic
Republicans and parents are more likely to support full-time, in-person K-12 instruction, according to a statewide survey released last week. Democrats are more likely to support full-time, online instruction or a mix between the two platforms.
Video: ‘Idaho Reports,’ 1.29.21
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Durst files paperwork for state superintendent’s run
Durst served in the Legislature for five years as a Democrat. In a Jan. 9 filing with the secretary of state’s office, the Boise resident said he will run for state superintendent on the Republican ticket.
K-12 coronavirus summary, 1.25.21: Case numbers continue downward trend
Cases tied K-12 students and teachers decreased for the second consecutive week.
Coronavirus trendline, 1.22.21: Statehouse debate intensifies, case numbers decrease
Most of Idaho’s coronavirus metrics appear to be leveling off. New case numbers receded to a three-month low.
Audio: Little’s coronavirus comments, and instant analysis
Listen to Gov. Brad Little and Idaho National Guard adjutant general Michael Garshak take legislators to task for their attempts to revoke Idaho’s coronavirus emergency designation. Then, stick around for analysis and a recap of a busy news week.