Idaho Senate passes Texas-style immigration bill; ACLU says it will sue if it becomes law

The Republican-controlled Idaho Senate voted along party lines Tuesday to pass a Texas-style immigration bill that for the first time would allow local law enforcement officials to check and enforce the documentation status of people who are being detained …

Idaho Senate signs off on proposed anti-marijuana constitutional amendment

The Idaho Senate signed off on a proposed amendment to the Idaho Constitution on Tuesday that, if approved, would make it so that only the Idaho Legislature has the power to legalize marijuana and other narcotics. House Joint Memorial 4 puts the proposed …

Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee advances bill cutting services to unauthorized immigrants

This story was first published by Idaho Reports on March 11, 2025. The Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee on Tuesday advanced a bill that would eliminate services such as prenatal care and food support for unauthorized immigrants in Idaho. The …

Digital ID card, driver’s license option bill narrowly passes Idaho House

The Idaho House of Representatives on Tuesday narrowly passed a bill to let Idahoans have digital identification cards.  House Bill 78, sponsored by Rep. Stephanie Mickelsen, R-Idaho Falls, would allow the Idaho Transportation Department to issue …

Where to watch ‘The Idaho College Murders’ documentary streaming free on demand

If you are just learning about alleged killer Bryan Kohberger with his trial in full swing, Investigation Discovery’s compelling "The Idaho College Murders" special documentary is still available streaming free on demand on the Philo streaming …

Idaho bill to limit services for undocumented immigrants advances forward

A controversial bill to restrict benefits for undocumented immigrants in Idaho is advancing in the legislature. BOISE, Idaho — A controversial bill aimed at restricting access to benefits and local resources for undocumented immigrants in Idaho is moving …

Idaho successfully pushes back on federal Corporate Transparency Act burdening small businesses

Idaho leaders pushed Congress and the President to stop enforcement of an act that required small businesses to submit private personal and business information. BOISE, Idaho — In government and politics, if something isn’t working, the people will …

Are These the Most Unusual Names in Idaho, Washington, and Utah?

There are a lot of things you have to worry about when preparing to have a baby. And their name is one of those things that will stick with them their whole life unless your kid hates the name so much that they change it as soon as they can. Credit Canva …

HEADS UP! Your Idaho ID Is About To Expire This May

We're in the heart of spring break and it's one of the most popular times of year to travel (obviously). Here's the thing, if you don't have the proper identification by May, you won't even be allowed to board on an airplane! Here's …

State-level immigration cooperation, enforcement bill clears Idaho Senate