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Idaho bill would add religious services to state's disturbing the peace law
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (541+ words) BOISE, Idaho " An Idaho lawmaker introduced a bill Monday that would make it a misdemeanor to intentionally disrupt a religious worship service, adding churches to a list of settings already protected under the state's disturbing the peace statute. Rep. Bruce…...
Community groups, Planned Parenthood raise concerns over reproductive health care access in North Idaho
1+ week, 2+ day ago (279+ words) SANDPOINT, Idaho " Regional Planned Parenthood nonprofits responded Tuesday to comments made during a discussion with Bonner County commissioners and Panhandle Health District Medical Director Gregory Pennock about women's reproductive health care." Planned Parenthood Advocates and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Greater…...
How much tech is too much? Idaho hunters debate proposed legislation
3+ week, 2+ day ago (320+ words) BOISE, Idaho " Idaho Fish and Game is proposing'new regulations to the Idaho legislature this session that would restrict hunters' use of advanced technology during big game season, after concerns about advancements in hunting equipment. The regulations stem from recommendations provided…...
Kootenai County, North Idaho cities finalize maps for growth areas
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (268+ words) COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho " Kootenai County announced Wednesday that it has finalized maps for "Areas of Impact" in Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls and Rathdrum." Kootenai County Commissioners in December approved the maps which clarify planning and service coordination in areas…...
Unemployment in Washington increases slightly, while rates in Idaho hold steady
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (523+ words) OLYMPIA, Wash. " Washington and Idaho both released statewide unemployment rates on Wednesday for the month of November 2025." In Washington, the economy decreased by an estimated 1,500 jobs and the monthly unemployment rate increased slightly to 4.6%." In Idaho, the monthly unemployment rate…...
'Super flu' spikes Idaho hospital visits, three Ada County deaths related to the flu
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (567+ words) BOISE, Idaho " As the nation experiences its worst flu season in three decades, Idaho stands out among the hardest-hit states, with Ada County hospitals treating more than four times as many flu patients as last year and at least three…...
Lottery announces 2025 Idaho $1M Raffle winning numbers Monday
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (211+ words) BOISE, Idaho " The Idaho Lottery announced the winning numbers for the "Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle" on Monday evening. Idaho Lottery says the "Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle" is the Idaho Lottery's most anticipated game of the year. The 19th edition of the game was on sale…...
University of Idaho hires Lee Stalker as defensive coordinator, linebackers coach
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (185+ words) MOSCOW, Idaho " The University of Idaho is welcoming its new defensive coordinator and linebackers coach. The Vandal Football program, along with Head Coach Thomas Ford Jr., finalized the hiring of Lee Stalker on Tuesday. The university says Stalker will be…...
Idaho background check fee increases take effect in 2026
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (217+ words) MERIDIAN, Idaho " Idaho law enforcement agencies are advising the public that several background check fees will increase on January 1, 2026." Idaho State Police (ISP) says the cost for statewide fingerprint-based criminal background checks will increase from $20 to $25. National checks will increase…...
Washington, Idaho officials seek information on illegal bighorn sheep killings
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (355+ words) ASOTIN COUNTY, Wash. " Washington and Idaho wildlife officials are seeking information related to two illegal killings of bighorn sheep." The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) say two bighorn sheep…...