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Yamamoto to head House Education, Horman to co-chair JFAC

In just her second term, Caldwell Republican Rep. Julie Yamamoto will chair one of the most closely watched committees in the Statehouse.

Analysis: The political bloodsport of the Legislature’s ‘organizational session’

Powerful leadership positions were on the line. A host of coveted committee assignments were up for grabs. And everything felt wide open; 45 of Idaho’s 105 are newly elected.

‘Time is precious’: Moscow community and parents mourn murder victims

Over 1,000 people attend a vigil in Moscow on Wednesday to remember the four slain University of Idaho students.

Legislature 2023: Senate sets its lineup, jockeying continues in House

With massive turnover in the Legislature, a spate of key committee assignments are up for grabs this week.

Moyle elected House speaker; Senate leadership unchanged

The speaker of the House oversees the House floor and is responsible for appointing House committee chairs and members.

‘We’re not backing down now:’ Little hints, briefly, at 2023 priorities

Speaking to an audience that included most of the Legislature, Little also touted the K-12 spending plan and tax cuts lawmakers approved in September.

Nampa will seek a $210.2 million bond to address aging facilities

Nampa’s needs are not about a lack of space for a growing population, but about facilities that are “aging out of their ability to meet the needs of students,” an official said.

U of I considers ‘a variety of scenarios’ for spring, as murder investigation continues

The university will base its decisions and protocols on the advice of law enforcement, according to provost and executive vice president Torrey Lawrence.

Surveys again illustrate highs and lows of student engagement

On average, just 45.5% of Idaho’s K-12 students reported being engaged at school in 2022. INSIDE: engagement numbers at your school or district for 2022.