Idaho’s replica Liberty Bell to be restored for America250 celebration

Idaho’s replica Liberty Bell is poised for a major refurbishment in anticipation of the upcoming America250 celebration. This restoration project underscores the state’s commitment to honoring the nation’s heritage as significant milestones approach.

Idaho’s replica Liberty Bell to be restored for America250 celebration

Idaho’s efforts to confront prison sex abuse hampered by Trump cuts

Idaho’s efforts to end sexual abuse in its prisons have been complicated by cutbacks tied to the Trump administration. As resources from the Prison Rape Elimination Act Resource Center shrink, the state struggles to maintain adequate training, guidance, and grants for its correctional facilities.

Idaho’s efforts to confront prison sex abuse hampered by Trump cuts

Eight Idaho utility projects selected for new wildfire resilience program

Eight utility projects across the state of Idaho have been chosen to participate in a new wildfire resilience program. Their selection signals the growing need to protect infrastructure from the threat of fires in the Northwest region.

Trustees urge legislators to act on youth vaping epidemic

Idaho’s trustees have rung the alarm about the growing epidemic of teen vaping, urging state legislators to take immediate action. The current tobacco tax law, written in 1974, does not address electronic cigarettes—leaving a vital public health gap unaddressed. Trustees believe updating this statute will be a crucial step in preventing further misuse of vaping products.

Trustees urge legislators to act on youth vaping epidemic

Just deserts for a Nampa pillar

A Nampa native has earned a prestigious honor for opening life-changing opportunities for Latino communities abroad. This award highlights how dedication and local roots can have a far-reaching impact beyond American borders.

Just deserts for a Nampa pillar

Fremont County tax and payroll service owner charged with grand theft

Fremont County authorities say the owner of a local tax-and-payroll service has been arrested on a grand-theft charge. The allegation places the business operator at the center of what deputies classify as a corporate property crime.

Fremont County tax and payroll service owner charged with grand theft