Really proud of the way this turned out and of @pfannyyy.bsky.social for telling this story in multiple formats and flexing storytelling skills I didn't know he had. Thanks for working with us on this one, @boisestatepublicradio.org!

Gavel in Jan. 12 and gavel out March 27 are the goal dates for the 2026 #idleg session. Let the countdown begin.

The findings included reported financial misstatements of hundreds of millions of dollars for some agencies, duplicated payments, and a lack of processes to verify accuracy of statements between the State Controller’s Office, Idaho State Treasure’s Office, and the bank. #idleg #idpol

To review what’s on your ballot, to view voter registration information and to find your polling place, head to VoteIdaho.gov. #idpol

Usually, the Idaho Attorney General’s Office legally represents state government agencies. But in 2024, the Legislature and Gov. Brad Little approved a law to carve out the Idaho Department of Lands as an exception, directing the agency to have its own attorney that is independent of the AG. #idleg

The Idaho State Board of Examiners voted unanimously Tuesday to give the Idaho State Department of Agriculture the authority to pay unexpected and unbudgeted expenses to fight quagga mussels after the invasive mussels were again detected in the Snake River near Twin Falls.

Now two months into the 2026 fiscal year, Idaho state revenues continue to lag behind state forecasts, but the state is no longer projecting to end the year with a budget deficit, according to a monthly budget report released last week by the Idaho Legislative Services Office. #idleg #idpol

The public can submit input to shape Idaho’s application to the program online through a survey until Sept. 30.

COMMENTARY | Today, the aviation industry needs new talent more than ever, writes guest columnist Sarina Larson.

The anniversary of Super J.J.'s death is coming up on Sept. 22, and what a wonderful way to honor him and his legacy by helping these folks reach their goal: givebutter.com/jjhsf2025?em...

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is accepting public comments on recent pay rate cuts for health care providers who treat Medicaid patients.

Refugees in the U.S. will also have their access to health care through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program removed by Oct. 1, 2026. Refugees will also lose eligibility for private health care through the Affordable Care Act on Jan. 1, 2027, and through Medicare Jan. 27, 2027.

This is an important one to read, in my opinion. More than 1,500 Idahoans between the ages of 5 and 17 contacted the hotline between when the parental consent law went into effect on July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, according to data provided by the Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline.

My advice? Set the Mandalorian theme music as your alarm. It'll instantly put some pep in your step to get out there and face the Empire.

If approved as requested, the average residential customer’s bill would increase by about $21.66 each month, or about $260 per year.

State officials have not yet officially calculated the costs of adopting the mega law's tax changes and may not know the full impact of those costs until the Idaho Legislature runs a tax conformity bill during the 2026 legislative session that begins in January.

“Children in foster care deserve the ability to have the same opportunities and privileges afforded to every other child in our state, including receiving funds that they are federally entitled to for their own benefit, not the state’s,” Idaho Health and Welfare Director Alex Adams wrote.

Idaho has significantly reformed its public defense system since 2022. Now, the state Supreme Court will weigh whether the changes are enough to show the state is meeting its constitutional obligation to provide adequate representation or if it’s too soon to decide. #idleg #idpol

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Crapo underscored that while the massive law addressed many of President Donald Trump’s main priorities, it did not satisfy all of them. He said the ultra conservative Freedom Caucus also wanted to see larger spending reductions. “So we are going to do another reconciliation bill,” Crapo said.

A projected budget deficit is a major change for Idaho. Just over three years ago, Idaho ended the 2022 fiscal year with a record budget surplus approaching $2 billion. This year, state legislators reduced state revenue by $450 million through tax cuts and credits. #idleg #idpol

As of Tuesday, the Rock Fire had increased in size to 2,695 acres, with 0% percent containment, officials said. Nearly 700 personnel were helping fight the Rock Fire on Tuesday, using six helicopters and 26 engines, according to the Great Basin Interagency Incident Management Team 6. #IdahoFire

“Public land protection and, frankly, a love of Idaho transcends partisan politics. When people are sufficiently motivated and organized and focused on protecting their backyard, they can do amazing things.” - Rick Johnson, who served as Idaho Conservation League’s executive director for 24 years

Just noticed the "Save the Bees" pollen garden in someone's front lawn kitty corner from Bishop's Gun Barn. Never change, Pocatello. Never change.

The Idaho Legislature during the 2025 session approved more than $400M in anticipated annual revenue reductions from tax cuts and credits, and another $50M toward a tax credit for private education and tuition costs. Most of those reductions will go into effect in the current fiscal year.

Been driving to/from Pocatello to be with my dad (he was admitted to Portneuf ICU again last night) so much lately that I'm clocking progress on the growth of the crops and the decay of the roadkill along I-84. All the podcasts. All the peach rings and Diet Coke. All the waiting rooms. All the Meh.

“As Commander in Chief, I am proud that the Idaho National Guard always stands ready to support our federal partners in any capacity that strengthens public safety and national security,” Little said in a written statement. #idpol

Having @idahocapitalsun.com stories featured on A1 & B1 of my hometown paper still lifts my cold, dead heart 🥹 Helping Idaho newsrooms with fact-based, contextual reporting (for free!) is why I keep going in this insane industry. Grateful to anyone who has ever found value in our work & shared it.

Drove off from the gas station with the hose still attached today at Fred Meyer. Started crying. Told the lady working that my dad was just diagnosed with cancer and I'm a mess. She took my hand and squeezed it as we walked back to the car to pick everything up. Keep Boise kind. 💞

It me. It me just this last night. 😴But! Turns out "The Third Gilmore Girl," Kelly Bishop's memoir, is real good and I read it in a day. 😴

“The event serves as an opportunity for residents of Idaho’s first congressional district to ask questions, share input, and receive a congressional update from Congressman Fulcher,” a Monday press release announcing the event said.

We couldn’t get it in the cart fast enough. #SoIdahoItHurts

Come for the story of Howl, stay for the hilarious story of howling at a full, ahem, moon. 🍑

HOWL Part 5: According to the Idaho Gray Wolf Management Plan 2023-2028, the state’s goal is to reduce the wolf population down from the estimated average of 1,270 wolves to a new average of about 500 wolves, with a low of about 350 wolves.

“Every contribution made through these official channels goes directly toward supporting the families in their time of unimaginable loss and need,” the Professional Firefighters of Idaho said in a news release. #Idahofire

Some #Election2026 U.S. Senate/Idaho Statehouse news! #idleg #idpol

Officials have identified the suspect who they believe killed two firefighters attempting to battle a brush fire, and injured another, in an ambush in North Idaho.

We're collecting all updates throughout the day on the North Idaho fire response shootings here. This order remains in place until the day after the memorial service, which has not yet been scheduled. #Idahofire #idpol From @pfannyyy.bsky.social:

UPDATED STORY: The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reports a SWAT team located a dead man with a rifle nearby on Canfield Mountain. However, the brush fire, named the Nettleton Gulch Fire, is still burning because firefighters had to suspend their response while the shooter was still active.

“It’s going to be a tough next couple hours. I’m hoping that somebody has a clear shot and is able to neutralize (the shooter),” Sheriff Bob Norris said. “Because they are not showing at this point in time any evidence that they are wanting to surrender.”

Really grateful to get to work with the best of the best! Here's to many more years of great health care and state government coverage from @pfannyyy.bsky.social 🤩

Our fourth of five installments of Howl is out now! We talk with an Idaho trapper who says “there’s just not enough space for (wolves) in the 21st century," and an Idaho wolf advocate who has pushed for non-lethal solutions to wolf conflicts with livestock in the Wood River Valley. #Howl

You know Idaho always be coming with the tater jokes. #NoKingsProtest

The crowd covered the Idaho Capitol steps, filled the section of Jefferson Street in front of the building and stretched deep and wide throughout nearby Cecil D. Andrus Park as people chanted “No more kings” and “Love, not hate, makes Idaho great.”

Thousands showed up in for the #NoKingsProtest in Boise, Idaho, in front of the statehouse.

“I do anticipate another year of probably even more conservative budgeting (next year) than we saw this year," #idleg budget committee co-chair Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, said.

11 states would be eligible: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. Notably, Montana is exempt. MT Republican Rep. Ryan Zinke was instrumental in sinking another proposal, stating that selling public lands is a line he wouldn't cross.

The National Interagency Fire Center's new forecast for June through September shows an above normal potential for significant wildfire developing in northern Idaho this month. The above normal potential for significant wildfire then expands into southern Idaho and central Idaho from July-September.

After the U.S. government drove wolves to near extinction, a spiritual connection is what led Nez Perce Tribe to work to bring the himíin back to Idaho, Yellowstone and the West. This is the story of how they pulled off a task no one else wanted – and why they’re still fighting for wolves today.

CATCH is seeking donations of sports drinks, reusable water bottles, socks, sleeping bags, sunblock, bug spray, bicycle lights, underwear and hygiene items for its “Beat the summer heat” campaign, CATCH Outreach Team Lead Connor O’Hora said.