The hearing is expected to go for most of the day Thursday, with some portions closed to the public. A big topic up for discussion will be the use of investigative genetic genealogy.

The Los Angeles fires are leaving many people with nowhere to go, which has lead to speculation that some might find new homes in the Gem State.

The Idaho Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Veterans Park Neighborhood Association, blocking the construction of the Interfaith Sanctuary h

Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger will return to court for the first time in more than two months to argue for excluding nearly all evidence collected by police.

Five local chefs have been named semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary world.

BOISE, Idaho — On Wednesday, the Idaho Supreme Court overturned the Boise City Council's decision to grant a conditional use permit for a new shelter home facility in Northwest Boise near Veteran's Park.

Idaho lawmakers are discussing a bill that would prevent mask mandates across various state entities. The bill aims to stop cities, counties, and public health districts from requiring masks, but maintains exemptions for hospitals and healthcare workers.

Twin Falls and Lincoln County law enforcement leaders clarified they have no plans to remove undocumented children from schools.

Four chefs from Idaho have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Award in the Best Chef (Mountain) division. Other chefs in the division come from Montana, Utah, Colorado and Wyoming.

Five Idaho chefs have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. And, as always, it feels like a huge deal. Established in 1990, the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards are often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary universe. Being nominated is potentially a career-altering honor.

Republican Congressman Mike Simpson hopes that one day Idaho can surpass Wisconsin as the No. 2 dairy-producing state in the nation. But he doesn’t think it can get there without the labor of thousands of undocumented workers now facing the prospect of deportation from President Donald Trump’s administration and efforts from Idaho

This story was originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on Jan. 22, 2025. Two new private school choice bills emerged Wednesday — one from the Idaho House and one from the Idaho Senate. The House bill would create a $50 million tax credit covering private school expenses.