There's a lot of noise out there in the world. Sometimes, you miss out on great stories. Here's a thread of the great journalism Idahoans should be reading in 2026 and may have missed: 🧵

Why was a Boise street named after Cesar Chavez? And how that could change www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Nampa mayor dies during a regional town hall www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Heartbreaking news from Nampa, Mayor Hogaboam passed away earlier this evening. www.idahopress.com/news/local/n...

Things are heating up at the Legislature. If you're in Idaho, here's what to know and how new bills could affect you #idpol #idleg 🧵

You deserve reliable information. McClatchy is making that harder by underpaying journalists. Learn about our fight to make things better for both reporters and our communities. More information is available at the link in our bio.

Are you feeling tired and grumpy after losing an hour of sleep? Well, I have just the thing to cheer you up 💫A roundup of Idaho legislature stories!💫 That's right, this is your chance to catch up on last week's wild ride before a new week starts #idleg #idpol 🧵

For #employeeappreciationday, McClatchy graciously offered its employees the opportunity to spend what little wages they get on overpriced merchandise. You know what would make us feel actually appreciated? A livable wage. McClatchy should offer us one.

A candidate filed to run in both Idaho and Kentucky. Here's what happened next #idpol #idleg www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

Exciting week at the Idaho Legislature. Here's what you need to know, from car registration stickers to how legislators responded when a man testified in brownface #idpol #idleg 🧵

How Idaho legislators responded when a man testified in brownface, costume #idpol #idleg www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

Another week at the Idaho Legislature. Here's what you may have missed, from LGBTQ+ issues to immigration to school start dates #idpol #idleg 🧵

Another week of the Idaho legislature. Lawmakers dove into Pride flag battles, budget tension and housing bills. #idpol #idleg 🧵

Eagle didn’t enter the 6A District Three girls basketball tournament as the top seed. But it left no doubt about who was the conference’s best team the past two weeks. www.idahostatesman.com/sports/high-... #idpreps

The parent agency of ICE is leasing new space in Meridian. What we know www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

The budget battles continued this week at the Idaho Statehouse. Here's what you need to know: #idpol #idleg 🧵

It was a big week at the Idaho statehouse - budget battles are starting and new bills have been introduced left and right. Here's what you need to know: #idpol #idleg

The second week of the legislation session is over - with big news about the budget, school vouchers, DOGE, and abortion. Here's what you missed: #idpol #idleg

Hear more from Idaho's newest Olympian, who is also a prospect for the U.S. women's soccer team 👉 www.idahostatesman.com/sports/artic... #idpreps

How much will a new Medicaid regulation save the state? A DHW spokesperson said the department had no estimate on how much the cuts could save the state. Sarah Cutler and @beccasavransky.bsky.social #idpol #idleg www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

This bill would add extra penalties for wearing masks while committing a crime. But does that include sunglasses? More here: #idpol #idleg www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

This proposed legislation (inspired by Idaho's DOGE committee) failed to get an initial rubber stamp, a rarity. Here's why #idpol #idleg www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

Shoutout to @beccasavransky.bsky.social who reported today from the U.S. Supreme Court to keep Idahoans informed about the Idaho law in question. @idahostatesman.com www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

AI has a place. Publishing misinformation and calling it local news ain’t it. Share this story and follow this account to hold the Idaho Statesman accountable for its sloppy AI use. boisedev.com/news/2026/01...

Want bottomless mimosas? You might have to go a city over www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

December 2025 is currently the third-warmest on record, with an average temp of 41.5 degrees. If abnormally warm weather continues, which is expected, it could surpass the hottest Decembers on record, which are 1917 and 1933. Read more at: www.idahostatesman.com/news/weather...

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement waited at the Boise Airport to pick someone up, two local lawyers told the Idaho Statesman. Boise Airport spokesperson told me “Airport employees were not part of this action.” www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/

Reporters can do what AI can’t. But McClatchy Media refuses to agree to ethical guidelines on its AI usage. With your support, we can ensure your local news is done by local reporters like these. @idwanewsguilds.bsky.social @idahonewsguild.bsky.social

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High school students in the Boise School District now receive free access to the @idahostatesman.com. How to get it 👇 www.idahostatesman.com/news/busines... #idpreps

Had some fun yesterday... www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

It's not Spotify Wrapped but here's my end of year recap of my favorite stories written by my colleagues at the @idahostatesman.com

“We hold Mora in our hearts each day,” a speaker and friend of the Gerety family said during a community vigil Saturday evening in the North End. “For those of you didn’t know her before, now you do, and Mora would have loved to be your friend.” www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Here to announce that I am officially the Idaho Press’ Boise reporter. It's been amazing getting to know Nampa through a whole new lens these past two years, but now I’m off to cover my hometown. buff.ly/nbOnLHb

The Caldwell Police Department has been the only one of 10 agencies at a recent federal raid in Wilder, Idaho, to confirm that its officers zip-tied children during the Oct. 19 operation at a horse racing venue. www.idahostatesman.com/news/northwe...

Trying to figure out who to vote for? We have voter guides, with candidates' answers in their own words. +Detailed coverage such as why a candidate apologized to the police/what fundraising $$ signify +background research into the candidates www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

2 ex-allies vie for Boise Council. Can a well-funded conservative beat them? www.idahostatesman.com/news/politic...

Is the American dream still alive? This Idaho political family thinks so www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Funny things to put googly eyes on. Anime pictures. Here's how local cities are using AI and how much money they're spending on it 💰💰💰💰 www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Bendawald was found NOT GUILTY on all five of the felony counts against him. Story here:

Craving Dubai chocolate in Boise? Here's where to find it: www.idahostatesman.com/living/food-...

"We’re an urban county, but there’s a desire to hang on to what we have left, which is dwindling.” www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Pres. Trump signed an executive order this summer aimed at homelessness. How will that affect Boise? www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/c...

Final: Eagle 34, Skyview (WA) 13 in the Northwest Showdown More Friday night football scores: www.idahostatesman.com/sports/high-... #idpreps

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Let’s get clickbait out of local news. Learn about how our regional reporters are fighting against story quotas at McClatchy Media. 🧵 Check out our video below to see local stories that took time and effort — the way our readers deserve. 👇

The Idaho Department of Education approved hundreds of conservative resources in 2024 for schools to use for free. But how many local schools are using them? www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/e...