Dairy farmers and agricultural organizations have opposed the program, saying it puts an unfair burden on employers and threatens one of the state’s most important industries.

The Lava Ridge project, spanning 57,447 acres across south-central Idaho’s public lands, is paused until further review.

State lawmakers on Wednesday introduced a bill that would let the Idaho governor veto laws passed directly by voters. The bill by Rep. Bruce Skaug, R-Nampa, would let the governor veto successful ballot initiatives — similar to how the governor can veto laws passed by the Idaho House and Senate.

The Owyhee County Prosecuting Attorney found the actions of the deputies and officers who shot and killed Jeremiah Gaver in early 2024 were justified.

A transcript from Bryan Kohberger's closed-door hearing on investigative genetic genealogy evidence held last week will be made public, in part, judge says.

A comprehensive report reveals significant barriers to mental healthcare access for Idaho youth and recommends key reforms to the state's behavioral health system.

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.

A crew of four from the Northern Lakes Fire District returned on Tuesday after being deployed to LA to help fight the devastating wildfires.

CANYON COUNTY, Idaho — Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred just after 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at the intersection of US-95 and Highway 20-26, just north of Parma.

Tyler Turrell was covered in big hugs by his sons Doxon, Summit and Brixton Tuesday outside the Northern Lakes Fire Protection District station in Hayden. The family had a joyful reunion after a two-week deployment to help firefighting efforts in Los Angeles County.

The "Add the Words, Idaho" rally marked the 10th anniversary of the state's only public hearing on LBGTQ+ protections, as advocates continue to push for change despite opposition from lawmakers.