2018 elections
Idaho Press: IEA will back Little in November election
The teachers’ union had backed Lt. Gov. Brad Little shortly before the GOP’s gubernatorial primary.
Horse racing advocates launch foundation
The fledgling foundation could siphon racetrack proceeds into college scholarships, 4-H and Future Farmers of America programs and nonprofit groups supporting rural schools. No dollar figures were discussed Thursday.
It’s almost debate season: Here’s a schedule
Election Day is just around the corner. Here’s how you can get informed between now and Nov. 6.
Analysis: Unwrapping a Jordan sentence about NDAs and four-day schools
“Are employee non-disclosure statements as important to learn about as my plans to fund Idaho’s schools so that every child in every community is in the classroom five days a week?” gubernatorial candidate Paulette Jordan said this week. Let’s break this down.
IEA endorses Simpson in congressional race
For the second time this year, the teachers’ union has thrown its support behind a prominent Republican.
Two education groups endorse Medicaid expansion
The Idaho Education Association and the Idaho School Boards Association have endorsed the measure, which will appear as Proposition Two on the Nov. 6 ballot.
Jordan campaign undergoes major shakeup
For the second time in four months, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate’s campaign team is in flux.
Wilson talks school improvement in Idaho Falls
The teacher-turned-Idaho schools chief candidate outlined her plans for improving education in Idaho to a small group of patrons in Idaho Falls.
VanOrden rules out write-in bid for Legislature
The House Education Committee chairwoman considered a write-in bid after her upset loss in the May 15 Republican primary.