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What to do about rapidly changing climates In Idaho

How will you change your daily life to fight climate change?

How is climate change affecting the wildlife in Idaho?

Even though climate change is affecting the planet, we can save it by making changes right now.

“Have you no decency” applies to Brent Regan

When the good citizens of Coeur d’Alene finally decide to send Brent Regan and his acolytes packing, then, and only then, can they start rebuilding their town into the beautiful, welcoming, and loving community that once was the jewel of North Idaho.

This 2023 session has been an alarm bell tolling from the edge of our community

For the party that believes in local control, individual liberties, and personal responsibility — they sure have taken a lot away.

Boosting student support on Idaho’s college campuses

Students and their families are making financial sacrifices to attend Idaho public institutions.

IDeal’s May match offers a jumpstart to saving for college, training and apprenticeships

Idaho’s 529 accounts can also be used to pay for K-12 private and religious school tuition.

Conservatives should not fear ranked choice voting, extremists should

The disruptive wing of the GOP, which brought us Dorothy Moon, Janice McGeachin and Priscilla Giddings, will fight the initiative tooth and nail.

Why higher education matters

It correlates with better and higher paying employment.

‘Politician’ is not always a dirty word

Critchfield knows there will be disagreements here and there. She welcomes one-on-one visits with legislators to discuss those differences.

A bright silver lining shines through an ugly cloud of misinformation  

HB 71 will be challenged in court and likely be declared unconstitutional.