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U of I president subpoenaed in Phoenix lawsuit
The subpoena centers on one of the key points of Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s lawsuit: Was the University of Idaho competing with other suitors in its bid to purchase the University of Phoenix?
U of I refuses to release reports on financial risks from Phoenix purchase
The University of Idaho says its internal reviews are protected under attorney-client privilege.
Voter ID case appealed to state Supreme Court
Just four days ago, a district judge upheld a law banning the use of student IDs as voter ID.
Judge reins in depositions in Labrador’s open meetings lawsuit
The next step in the politically charged case is a hearing scheduled for Oct. 26 — and a ruling could come at that time.
Judge upholds ban on use of student IDs as voter ID
The 2023 laws also created a free voter ID to replace the use of a student ID. Opponents say the laws disenfranchise young voters.
Emergency levy bill drops sharply
Two Eastern Idaho districts are collecting slightly more than $703,000 — and that would be the state’s lowest emergency levy bill in at least a decade.
Never too early? Dueling endorsements in 2024 legislative races
The endorsements — more than seven months before the election — foreshadow another bitter Republican primary battle next spring.
Trustee avoids censure — but not without drama
True to form, trustees quarreled amongst themselves Wednesday before tabling the motion against Tarie Zimmerman.
U of I downplays risks from Phoenix student loan writeoffs
“It is expected that the University of Phoenix would be able to meet its own obligations,” U of I officials say. But last week, the feds said they would write off $37 million in Phoenix student loan debt.
Empowering Parents advisory group finishes its work
Next month, the State Board of Education will consider whether to expand the scope of the microgrant program.