Idaho's unemployment rate increased to 3.8% in December 2024, with over 1M in the labor force for the first time. Find out the key job growth trends.

There are no concrete blocks in the foundation. The work was hard. Stones were hewn and then sealed with mortar. It looks like it could stand for millennia.

The largest earthquake the state has experienced in nearly a year shook Central Idaho on Monday morning. The U.S. Geological Survey reported a magnitude-4.2 quake at 9:32 a.m., originating near Clayton in Custer County, according to the agency’s website. The reported location was 16 miles west-northwest of Clayton.

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.

In an effort to help Idahoans follow major bills, resolutions and memorials through the legislative process, the Idaho Capital Sun will produce a “legislative notebook” at the end of each week to gather information in one place that concerns major happenings in the Legislature and other news relating to state

Idaho lawmakers have their first look at a bill that would subsidize private school tuition to the tune of $50 million in taxpayer money.

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

Drawing inspiration from our state’s mountains, animals and nature, the owners of ‘Idaho Livin’ create unique, quality clothing for locals to wear with pride.

The widely anticipated school choice HB39 emerged on Wednesday, introducing the Idaho parental tax credit. The proposed law would give families up to $5,000 per student to cover private school costs, including tuition. That amount goes up to $7,500 for students with disabilities.

In a release from AAA, Idaho drivers may see more relief at the pump in the upcoming days. The Gem State floats at around $3 a gallon but some areas are celebrating $2 at the pump. Drivers are paying an average of $3.

The House Revenue and Tax Committee voted Wednesday on party lines to introduce the bill, which allows it to come back for a full hearing.

An executive order issued on Monday by President Donald Trump will suspend the arrival of refugees into the U.S. for at least 90 days.