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Election results: West Ada, Middleton levies fail; Jerome bond fails
Several school ballot measures failed Tuesday, in a historic all vote-by-mail primary election. Meanwhile, in eastern Idaho, three legislative incumbents lost.
Analysis: Sherri Ybarra vs. the Legislature
In court filings last week, Sherri Ybarra and a top aide weave a cloak-and-dagger tale of legislators determined to dismantle and defund Ybarra’s State Department of Education. Whether Ybarra wins in court or not, there will be political aftershocks.
Little says schools reopening in the fall is a top priority
In order for that to happen, Little said Idahoans will need to continue to modify their behavior to limit the spread of the virus.
Boise State, U of I outline plans for fall reopening
It’s all subject to change, but plans are starting to take shape for fall semester, which will start on Aug. 24.
Educators head into a tight and uncertain negotiation season
School districts are beginning work on contracts for next school year — facing a soft deadline of July 1. The bigger issue: What will the state’s revenue picture look like in the months to come?
Analysis: A novel virus exposes an old rift within Idaho’s GOP
Arguably, the deepest and most bitter split in Idaho politics can be found within its dominant Republican Party. The coronavirus pandemic didn’t create the rift, but instead brought it into public view.
Idaho’s all-star teachers share ups-and-downs of distance learning
In a webinar with State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra, former teachers of the year shared their technical — and emotional —insights.
Little eases coronavirus restrictions — and urges Idahoans to remain vigilant
“Prosperity and safety are not binary,” Little said Thursday, as he announced plans to allow more businesses to reopen. “They are not either-or.”
Analysis: In keeping with the times, Idaho holds an unpredictable primary election
Idaho elections are frequently good for a surprise or two. But this spring’s primary is even more unpredictable than usual.
Ybarra’s legal fees could cost taxpayers $200,000
David Leroy will receive $400 an hour representing state superintendent Sherri Ybarra in a case against the Legislature and the State Board of Education, according to documents obtained by Idaho Education News.