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New Title IX rules on hold in 10 states, including Idaho

The ruling blocks a Biden administration proposal to extend Title IX, and ban discrimination in schools based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Idaho GOP platform changes include opposition to workforce training funding, embryo destruction

One successful proposal expresses opposition to “using taxpayer funding for programs beyond high school.”

Dorothy Moon reelected as chairwoman of the Idaho Republican Party

GOP chairwoman defeated former Idaho legislator and challenger Mary Souza for party’s leadership position.

Journalists barred from observing first day of Idaho Republican state convention

“In my mind, this is a private group,” state GOP chairwoman Dorothy Moon said Thursday. “It’s a private association.”

State Board approves new U of I school for health professions

The school will house three new departments: medicine, clinical medicine and nursing.

New revelations, new wrinkles in Supreme Court hearing on Phoenix sale

The state’s highest court took up the year-old open meetings case Thursday, but issued no ruling. Here’s what we learned and what we heard.

Idaho Republican state convention kicks off Thursday in Coeur d’Alene

On top of the party leadership elections, delegates will vote on a proposed party platform and  rules resolutions. 

Caldwell approves next year’s budget, which includes school closure

Monday’s vote followed limited public testimony.

Journalists launch nonprofit to promote government transparency

The organization aims to provide funding for trainings, workshops and court fees for Idaho journalists challenging a public agency’s lack of transparency. 

West Bonner trustees close a school, select new superintendent

The closure was a contentious decision, punctuated by the concerns, opinions, and support from vocal parents, patrons, and staff.