World’s Largest Retailer Struggles to Keep Costs Down as Tariffs Hit

U.S. – The world’s largest retailer says it’s doing everything it can to keep prices low as its costs increase each week due to the tariffs at the center of a high-profile legal challenge. Walmart CEO Doug
WATCH: Democrats ‘Hate’ Trump more than they ‘Love’ their Communities, Homan says

WASHINGTON D.C. – Trump administration border czar Tom Homan says Democrat leaders in sanctuary states and cities hate President Donald Trump more than they care for their communities. Homan spoke to the State Freedom Caucus Network Summit
CHS Class of 2026 will hold a Yard Sale and Car Wash for Safe and Sober

CLARKSTON, WA – The CHS Class of 2026 and their parents are holding a yard sale and car wash Saturday, September 13, from 8am-3pm, at the Holiday Inn – Clarkston. The price of items is (by donation)
Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Aim to Increase Migrant Physician Jobs

U.S. – A bipartisan group of Congressional lawmakers wants to expand a program that allows noncitizens to fill physician vacancies in rural areas of the United States that are experiencing shortages. The Conrad 30 program provides waivers to foreign
Federal Judge Blocks Noem from Ending Temporary Protections for Venezuelans, Haitians

WASHINGTON D.C. — A San Francisco federal court Friday blocked the Trump administration from ending temporary protections for hundreds of thousands of nationals from Venezuela and Haiti. The decision from U.S. District Judge Edward Chen of the Northern
Coast Guard Issues Contract for Major Icebreaker Port Expansion in Seattle

SEATTLE, WA – The U.S. Coast Guard announced Tuesday that it has awarded a $137 million contract for the first phase of a project intended to allow its Seattle base to host two new heavy icebreakers. The
Trump Campaigned on Closing the Education Department. Reality is More Difficult.

WASHINGTON D.C. — President Donald Trump’s aim to shutter the Education Department faces steep hurdles in Congress, where Republicans’ legislative efforts to abolish the agency remain stalled and appropriators have rejected many of his proposed cuts to
U of I Graduate takes on Leadership Role

MOSCOW, ID – From his early interest in political science to an unexpected turn toward higher education leadership, Erik Elordi’s journey is a testament to the power of embracing new opportunities and trusting the process. Staying connected
Sept. 23: Power Breakfast to Feature Sugar Mountain CEO Kurt Beecher Dammeier

PULLMAN, WA – The annual Power Breakfast networking event hosted by the Washington State University Carson College of Business will feature Kurt Beecher Dammeier (’82), founder and CEO of Sugar Mountain, a food company representing food brands and
Montana Rolls out Mobile ID Program

MONTANA – The state of Montana has taken the next step in allowing technologically savvy residents to simplify their wallets — not only can you pay with a single tap, you can also verify your identity. Montana’s