Last week, the Trump White House threw out rules saying federal agents could not make immigration arrests in sensitive places like schools or churches. The new directive has left some parents in Idaho concerned about what this means for their children in schools.

The proposals would make it harder for residents to get something on the ballot, a longtime Republican goal. The governor would have new veto authority.

The Immigration and Cooperation and Enforcement Act in Idaho aims to create new state crimes for unlawful presence and human smuggling, with the bill currently advancing through the Senate.

Reclaim Idaho supporters gather at the Idaho State Capitol. Signatures in support of the Quality Education Act fill the backpacks; they were later delivered to the Secretary of State. Idaho Republicans once again have the ballot initiative process in their crosshairs this legislative session.

Boise has been awarded Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community status, recognizing its efforts to improve cycling infrastructure and safety for residents.

Blanton explained that what's preventing these issues from being addressed is a lack of resources and services offered to numerous aspects of a child's life.

The Boise City/Ada County Housing Authorities said it could not access funds through the federal Housing and Urban Development Department on Tuesday. The authorities’ executive director said that limitation could put money for Boise-area homelessness assistance, public housing and other projects at risk.

The bill by Rep. Bruce Skaug would let the Idaho governor veto successful ballot initiatives, similar to laws passed by the Legislature.

The Office of the Idaho State Public Defender is seeking a significant budget increase in the next fiscal year because its original budget was based on caseloads during the COVID-19 pandemic, Idaho State Public Defender Eric Fredericksen told the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee on Tuesday.

The bill would ban the display of flags and banners on Idaho public K-12 school properties that “represent a political viewpoint."

House Speaker Mike Moyle is sponsoring a new bill in the Idaho Legislature that seeks to reduce property taxes. On Monday, Moyle, R-Star, unveiled House Bill 74 in the House Revenue and Taxation Committee.

Lynda Carter and Jessica Carter Altman had a fun mother-daughter date during Paris Fashion Week. The "Wonder Woman" star stepped out with Altman at the Schiaparelli Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2025 show on Monday at the Petit Palais. Altman wore a midi dress with gold buttons down the middle and completed the look with a matching long coat.