Idaho bill that would require children to opt in to vaccine registry …
Idaho legislators advanced a bill on Monday that would require parents to opt in to the state’s vaccine registry, rather than Idaho’s existing policy that lets them to opt their [...]
What does it take to be a school custodian? I decided to find out.
IDAHO FALLS — The EastIdahoNews.com team is highlighting different jobs in our area this year and and today, we’ll be workin’ it in a variety of professions. Have you ever [...]
Idaho’s COVID data set for disruption after state lawmakers reject mi…
By studying poopy water, Boise State University scientists can predict COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths before they’re even reported. They believe they’re the first people to publish research showing their artificial [...]
State leaders push millions toward meeting workforce demands and stud…
Idaho (IdahoEdNews.org) — From state-of-the-art engineering labs to cluttered automotive shops with dismantled diesel engines, Idaho is shifting millions of dollars toward classes that prepare high school students for industry [...]
State leaders push millions toward meeting workforce demands and stud…
Editor’s Note: Idaho is one of the nation’s fastest growing states. There are more trade careers and healthcare opportunities than ever before. And education leaders are beginning to pay attention. [...]
Rexburg man hopes to bring Pokémania to businesses with vending machi…
REXBURG — A local man has created vending machines full of Pokémon nostalgia and hopes to bring some fun to Rexburg. Vitor Miranda is originally from Brazil. He graduated from [...]
Bald eagles gathering at Camas National Wildlife Refuge
“Here comes another eagle in from the north,” stated a gentleman parked near the Camas National Wildlife Refuge headquarters last Tuesday evening. “It is the first one from the north, [...]
Idaho Falls Zoo announces death of long-time resident
IDAHO FALLS — A favorite resident at the Idaho Falls Zoo has died, zoo officials announced on Thursday. “Butros, one of our beloved Aldabra tortoises, passed on earlier this month,” [...]
Winter weather returns to eastern Idaho
POCATELLO — Much of eastern Idaho woke to winter weather Saturday morning. The National Weather Service in Pocatello is predicting the snow to continue through Saturday. Temperatures around Pocatello, Blackfoot [...]
ISP: Deputy drifted across center line, resulting in fatal crash
BINGHAM COUNTY — New information indicates a Bingham County deputy could be responsible for a fatal crash that happened Thursday, according to Idaho State Police. However, fault has not yet [...]
Key lawmakers seek to have a say on U of I-Phoenix purchase
Legislators will try to weigh in on the University of Idaho’s proposed University of Phoenix purchase. The Senate State Affairs Committee will consider a resolution on the controversial $685 million [...]
‘Both cannot pass:’ 12 JFAC members rebel against Idaho’s bare-bones …
Twelve of the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee’s 20 members rebelled against the legislative committee’s co-chairs on Friday, going around committee leaders to pass new, standalone budgets that are in direct competition [...]
Work to begin Monday on expanding Canal Trail in Idaho Falls
The following is a news release and photo from the city of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS – Construction will begin to extend a City of Idaho Falls pathway along the [...]
On guns in schools, let’s listen to local leaders and law enforcement
All Idahoans should agree: the safety of our children is paramount. How we decide to protect them may differ from community to community. When it comes to guns in schools, [...]
Idaho Gov. Brad Little says JFAC’s budget changes could have unintend…
Although he is prepared to work with whatever alterations legislators come up with, Idaho Gov. Brad Little said the changes that the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee is making to the state’s [...]
Lava Hot Springs to hold ‘Fire & Ice Winterfest’ this weekend
LAVA HOT SPRINGS — People from all over the country will pour into a small east Idaho town for a winter celebration this weekend. The city of Lava Hot Springs [...]
Idaho bill to expand contraceptives access makes its way to Senate fl…
A bill to expand contraception access in Idaho is making its way to the Senate floor after a public hearing in the Senate Commerce and Human Resources Committee Thursday afternoon. [...]
an early Top 10 list
As a contentious and costly election year begins, Idaho Education News will follow the dollars. We plan to write regularly on fundraising and spending, as all 105 legislative seats are [...]
Tax credits have the same impact as other school voucher-like program…
A tax credit bill that would divert $50 million from the state general fund to provide money to support private and religious schools will soon be considered in the Idaho [...]
3 people killed and 9 injured in hangar collapse on grounds of Idaho …
Authorities respond to the scene of a reported building collapse near the Boise Airport on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, in Boise, Idaho. ... Source link
The U of I has billed us twice — for the same public records
Idaho Education News has already paid the University of Idaho $88.65 for a set of public records. We haven’t received the records. On Friday, we received a second bill for [...]
House committee holds bill to allow death penalty for lewd conduct wi…
The Idaho Legislature’s House Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee voted Wednesday to hold a potentially unconstitutional bill that would have allowed the state to seek the death penalty for convictions [...]
2024 turnover at education’s helm
Superintendents statewide are already announcing their retirement, accepting new jobs, and tendering their resignations. The leadership shuffle in Idaho schools peaks each spring during prime hiring season, as trustees seek [...]
Ada County judge rejects Idaho AG Labrador’s open meetings lawsuit ag…
This story was originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on Jan. 31, 2024. An Ada County judge has rejected an open meetings lawsuit against the Idaho State Board of Education — a [...]
Democratic Reps. Chew and Nash have substitutes serving for them in I…
Two long-term substitutes are serving in place of two Democratic legislators in the Idaho House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session in Boise. Marjorie Wilson, a licensed social worker, [...]