A man wanted since a 2017 sexual assault investigation near Coeur d’Alene has been arrested overseas and returned to Idaho. Authorities say Michael T. Moore faces multiple charges after being deported from the Philippines.
Governor Brad Little announced new resources for families seeking information on federal Trump Accounts that offer newborns a one-time $1,000 contribution toward long-term savings. The program aims to boost children’s…
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is taking part in a statewide campaign promoting seatbelt use through Memorial Day weekend. Deputies will focus on educating motorists and enforcing traffic laws as…
A Moscow man has been sentenced to more than seventeen years in prison for receiving child pornography following an investigation triggered by an online tip-off. The sentence includes lifetime supervised…
The United States District and Bankruptcy Courts in Boise will close on May 25 for Memorial Day and remain closed through May 26 due to an electrical project. Operations are…
Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced that five individuals have been sentenced to prison for crimes involving child exploitation. The convictions resulted from investigations led by the Internet Crimes Against Children…
The U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts for Idaho announced closures at their Coeur d’Alene and Pocatello offices for Memorial Day on May 25, with regular operations resuming May 26. Officials…
A man from Mexico was sentenced to twelve years in federal prison after pleading guilty to receiving child pornography following an investigation sparked by a hidden camera discovery in Idaho.…
Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced settlements with two HOAs and a management company over undisclosed transfer fees charged to homeowners in violation of state law. The agreements require refunds for…
Governor Brad Little announced that day-use fees at all Idaho state parks will be waived on July 4 in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The move encourages residents statewide to…
Funland at Tautphaus Park Zoo reopens May 23 with restored classic rides after extensive renovations. Expanded hours and new programs highlight its first full-scale season since restoration.
Out of the $8.3 billion in total tax revenue collected by Idaho in 2024, $148.7 million came from insurance premiums sales taxes, representing an increase from the previous year, when…
The Lewiston City Council plans to discuss ongoing police union contract negotiations at its May 7 meeting. The agenda includes potential executive session discussions about labor contracts with the Fraternal…
In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out 22 inspections across 22 veterinary companies in Idaho.
Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced that his office’s Internet Crimes Against Children Unit made four arrests across three counties in April related to alleged child sexual exploitation. The unit collaborates…
Governor Brad Little announced that Idaho remains among America’s top ten states with low overall tax burdens. A new report finds residents pay significantly less than national averages both by…
During the first quarter of 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out nine inspections across eight food and cosmetics companies in Idaho.
A public auction for an Idaho Falls property has been announced by Bonneville County Sheriff Samuel M. Hulse. The auction will take place on June 16 at the county courthouse…
The City of Burley has opened a public survey asking residents about transportation safety concerns. The survey will be available throughout May and aims to collect feedback for future improvements.
A collision between a motorcycle and vehicle left two people injured in Eagle on May 5. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash and urge witnesses to come forward…
A Public Safety Partnership Town Hall will be held in Worley on June 4. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and Coeur d’Alene Tribal Police Department invite residents for discussion on…
Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a domestic battery case involving Rathdrum Mayor Mike Hill. The case was referred by local police due to a potential conflict of interest. Authorities…
Governor Brad Little announced significant increases in teacher pay across Idaho since 2019. He detailed multiple legislative investments aimed at supporting educators during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Senator Mike Crapo announced that new federal tax cuts will provide lasting benefits for Idaho’s small businesses. The Working Families Tax Cuts law includes deductions and incentives aimed at supporting…
Out of the $8.3 billion in total state taxes collected by Idaho in 2024, $505.8 million—or 6.1%—came from license taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State…
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