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Idaho Legislators Josh Tanner and Scott Grow to Host Community Meeting on November 18

Idaho Legislators Josh Tanner and Scott Grow to Host Community Meeting on November 18

Idaho Representative Josh Tanner and Senator Scott Grow are scheduled to meet with their community on Wednesday, November 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Gem County Annex Building, located at 116 E. Third St. in Emmett. This event provides an opportunity for constituents to engage directly with their elected officials. The legislators have previously held town hall meetings, including one on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Gem County Fairgrounds, where they spoke with Gem County residents alongside Representative Ted Hill. These meetings serve as a platform for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and discuss local and state issues with their representatives. The upcoming session continues this tradition of direct engagement between lawmakers and the public, fostering transparency and accountability in local governance.

Idaho Governor Brad Little Honors Veterans at Boise Ceremony

Idaho Governor Brad Little Honors Veterans at Boise Ceremony

Idaho Governor Brad Little participated in a Veterans Day ceremony held at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Boise. The event gathered veterans, community members, and state leaders to acknowledge the service and sacrifices made by U.S. military personnel. Governor Little delivered remarks emphasizing the importance of supporting and recognizing Idaho's veterans. He highlighted the consistent recognition received by the state's veterans service division, noting it had earned awards for six consecutive years, with the latest notification received just prior to the ceremony. The ceremony also featured a presentation on the evolution of American flags, tracing their history from the Revolutionary War, and included the presentation of Spirit of Freedom Awards to individuals recognized for their community contributions and service. Veterans in attendance reflected on their military experiences and the camaraderie shared with fellow service members.

Senator Mike Crapo Applauds $183 Million Federal Funding for Idaho Rural Healthcare

Senator Mike Crapo Applauds $183 Million Federal Funding for Idaho Rural Healthcare

U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) has commended the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for allocating nearly $183 million in additional Rural Health Transformation Program funding to Idaho. This program, established under the Working Families Tax Cuts championed by Senator Crapo, aims to support state-led initiatives in rural healthcare delivery systems. Idaho plans to utilize this funding to enhance workforce recruitment, expand innovative care models, and invest in rural health infrastructure. Senator Crapo stated that these investments are crucial for shoring up rural hospitals and fostering new, innovative methods of providing care, which will benefit rural and remote communities for many years. This recent announcement follows the release of details regarding projects supported during the program's first year, with Idaho anticipated to receive close to one billion dollars over the program's duration.

Idaho Governor Brad Little Signs Childcare Deregulation Bill Amid Shortage Concerns

Idaho Governor Brad Little Signs Childcare Deregulation Bill Amid Shortage Concerns

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 243 in 2025, a legislative measure aimed at deregulating childcare services within the state. This bill was enacted in response to a significant childcare shortage impacting Idaho's workforce and economy. The deregulation includes changes such as the Coeur d'Alene Childcare Commission no longer issuing direct childcare provider licenses. Additionally, the bill altered the adult provider-to-infant ratio, increasing it from one adult for every four children to one adult for every six children. This shift has led to concerns among some local officials and childcare providers regarding the loss of local regulatory control and potential impacts on childcare quality and safety. The legislation is part of a broader effort to address the economic implications of insufficient childcare availability, which has been identified as a critical workforce infrastructure issue.

Senator Jim Risch Honors Idaho Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Ahead of Veterans Day

Senator Jim Risch Honors Idaho Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Ahead of Veterans Day

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, has recognized seven veteran-owned small businesses from Idaho as Idaho Small Businesses of the Month for November 2026. This recognition comes ahead of Veterans Day and aims to highlight the contributions of these businesses to Idaho's economy and communities. Each honored business will be acknowledged in the Congressional Record of the U.S. Senate. Senator Risch emphasized that Idaho's veterans continue to serve the nation through their mission-driven and highly skilled entrepreneurial endeavors. The businesses recognized include Blackhawk BBQ Pit from Blackfoot, Bunker Baits from Kuna, Hart Whole Home Discount Store from Twin Falls, Idaho Spice Company from Caldwell, J-Dog from Coeur d’Alene, Range 208 from Lewiston, and Strong Shed from Rexburg. These businesses span various sectors, from food service and retail to specialized products and services, many of which actively support ...

USAA, State Farm, and Liberty Mutual Lead Forbes' Inaugural Best-In-State Insurance Companies List

USAA, State Farm, and Liberty Mutual Lead Forbes' Inaugural Best-In-State Insurance Companies List

USAA, State Farm, and Liberty Mutual Lead Forbes' Inaugural Best-In-State Insurance Companies List

An Idaho man gets 18 years in prison for an Islamic State support plot

An Idaho man gets 18 years in prison for an Islamic State support plot

An Idaho man has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for attempting to support the Islamic State group

Sun Valley Film Festival to Open With ‘The Debut’; Honorees Announced

Sun Valley Film Festival to Open With ‘The Debut’; Honorees Announced

The Sun Valley Film Festival, which takes place Dec. 2 to Dec. 6 in the Idaho resort town, will open with “The Debut” and close with “Artificial.” Jessica Lange, Bill Pullman, Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen, Stephen Beresford and Luke Davies are set to be honored by the festival, which was founded in 2012. […]

Goldman Sachs and Bank of America Offer Divergent Views on Micron Technology's Stock Outlook

Goldman Sachs and Bank of America Offer Divergent Views on Micron Technology's Stock Outlook

Goldman Sachs and Bank of America Offer Divergent Views on Micron Technology's Stock Outlook

St. Thomas University Law Students Challenge Government Immunity in Ninth Circuit Case

St. Thomas University Law Students Challenge Government Immunity in Ninth Circuit Case

Third-year University of St. Thomas School of Law students, Miranda Sharp and Zachary Liebl, working with Professor Gregory Sisk in the Appellate Clinic, have argued before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. They are challenging the federal government's claim of public policy immunity in a case where an unsafe road design allegedly contributed to their client's injuries in a car crash. The case, Sadie Gumusyazici v. United States, involves the government's failure to install a guardrail and placement of a hazardous utility pole on an Idaho highway on tribal land, leading to severe injuries for a passenger. The students contend that the 'discretionary function exception' to the Federal Tort Claims Act should not shield the government from liability for ordinary negligence, particularly when no meaningful public policy decision is involved. This marks the 15th year of pro bono work by the Appellate Clinic, which boasts a record of prevailing in over 75% of its appeals.

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, 'Sew’isnimeepeme,' Begins Journey from Idaho to Washington D.C.

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, 'Sew’isnimeepeme,' Begins Journey from Idaho to Washington D.C.

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, a 76-foot Engelmann Spruce named 'Sew’isnimeepeme' by the Nez Perce Tribe, has commenced its journey from the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest in north-central Idaho to the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This tradition, where the U.S. Forest Service provides the 'People's Tree' from one of its 154 national forests, has been ongoing since 1970. The host forest is responsible for selecting the tree, creating thousands of ornaments, and coordinating the logistics of its multi-week whistle-stop tour across the country. The Nez Perce Tribe blessed the tree before its departure, with its name meaning 'One from Musselshell,' referencing a historically significant gathering place for the tribe. The tree's journey includes several stops in various states before reaching Washington D.C.

Zions Bank Leads Idaho in SBA 7(a) Loan Approvals for 2026, Fueling Small Business Growth

Zions Bank Leads Idaho in SBA 7(a) Loan Approvals for 2026, Fueling Small Business Growth

Zions Bank Leads Idaho in SBA 7(a) Loan Approvals for 2026, Fueling Small Business Growth