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This week’s coronavirus trendline (7.17.20 edition)
For the fourth successive week, Idaho has reported a record number of new coronavirus cases.
Nezperce retires ‘Indians’ mascot
Trustees are expected to consider possible replacements in September, the Lewiston Tribune reported.
What they said: Idaho delegation speaks on school reopening
We asked Idaho’s congressional delegation to weigh in on President Trump’s push to reopen the nation’s schools in the fall — and his threat to withhold federal dollars from schools that remain closed.
State reports one-day peak in coronavirus cases, and deaths
Seven of Wednesday’s eight deaths were reported in Ada and Canyon counties — the epicenter of new coronavirus cases statewide.
Legislature gets go-ahead for $1.24 million in remote technology
Gov. Brad Little’s budget director said he has heard blowback from teachers — who questioned why the state is enabling lawmakers to work remotely, while pushing to reopen public schools.
No splash for cash: West Ada foundation cancels water park fundraiser
West Ada’s education foundation announced the fundraiser in an email Monday — and the response, in traditional and social media, came quickly.
A work-from-home Legislature? State could use federal money for tech upgrades
The $1.24 million could allow some — or all — of the state’s 105 legislators to work remotely during the coronavirus pandemic.
Audio: This week’s Reporter Roundtable
Miss this week’s Reporter Roundtable on Boise State Public Radio? Catch up here.
This week’s coronavirus trendline (7.10.20 edition)
As discussions over school reopening intensify, Idaho reported a one-week peak in new coronavirus cases — for the third successive week.
Appeals court sides with Reclaim Idaho on K-12 initiative
Thursday’s ruling could clear the way for Reclaim Idaho to resume its push for a $170 million K-12 funding initiative. A U.S. Supreme Court appeal remains possible.