Gov. Butch Otter

Otter reaffirms support for Common Core

“We’ve overcome most of the resistance to (Common Core),” Gov. Butch Otter said during a conference call with reporters Wednesday.

Otter’s broadband budget: It’s actually $10.5 million

In a January budget briefing, Gov. Butch Otter’s staff outlined two Idaho Education Network budget line items totaling $7.3 million.

Idaho’s convoluted broadband crisis, explained

It’s been a long, tumultuous year for the Idaho Education Network. If you’re confused or just catching up, here’s the history.

Video: Butch Otter interview, 1.15.15 (Part Two)

Part two from Gov. Butch Otter’s extended interview with Idaho Education News and KIVI and KNIN TV.

Video: Butch Otter interview, 1.15.15

Hear Gov. Butch Otter discuss his plans for K-12 with Idaho Education News and KIVI and KNIN.

‘We needed to reach:’ Otter discusses his K-12 budget

Gov. Butch Otter discusses education issues at length — in his first extended interview of the 2015 legislative session.

Otter K-12 budget receives favorable early reviews

Gov. Butch Otter’s proposal to boost K-12 funding by 7.4 percent draws praise from two district superintendents — and a leading legislative Democrat.

Otter calls for 7.4 percent increase in K-12 funding

Otter would direct nearly $32 million to increasing teacher pay through the career ladder salary proposal.

Analysis: Otter K-12 budget sets parameters for session

Gov. Butch Otter made education the focal point of his ninth State of the State address. Will legislators follow?

Gov. Butch Otter’s State of the State, Storified

The rundown and the reactions from Gov. Butch Otter’s State of the State address — as told on Twitter.