Idaho National Laboratory director says state must focus on workforce and education
IDAHO FALLS, ID – If Idaho is going to lead a nuclear renaissance in America, Idaho legislators and other policy makers must focus on workforce development, training and educational opportunities, Idaho National Laboratory Director John Wagner said.
WA governor and AG oppose repeal of federal forest protections
OLYMPIA, WA – Washington’s governor and attorney general are both criticizing a federal proposal to lift restrictions on construction, logging, and mining on millions of acres of federal forestland. Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown
Schools begin to select required fetal development videos to show students
Originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on September 24, 2025 BOISE, ID – Idaho parents may start hearing about Baby Oliva in the coming months. She’s not a new sibling coming to one of their classmates, but the fetus
Washington state drivers could see some relief at the gas pump this fall
OLYMPIA, WA – Motorists in Washington state – home to some of the highest gas prices in the nation – could see some relief from spiking fuel prices this fall, due to various factors. According to AAA, the
Harvest Closure on Unclipped Fall Chinook Extended Until Oct. 3
IDAHO — Idaho Fish and Game has extended the closure on harvesting unclipped adult fall Chinook salmon statewide through October 3. The original closure began September 19 and is intended to protect wild fish populations while ensuring
Juvenile Suspects Face Charges in Western Washington Swatting Incident
ISSAQUAH, WA – The Issaquah Police Department has submitted charges against two juveniles in connection with a dangerous swatting incident that triggered a large law enforcement response earlier this year. In April, officers responded to a 911
Moscow PD Investigating Backpack Snatching On Paradise Path
MOSCOW, ID – Moscow Police are investigating a backpack snatching that occurred on the Paradise Path near the University of Idaho campus Tuesday night. A 57 year old woman told officers that a man stole her backpack
Idaho, Taiwan Flour Millers Sign $1.2 Billion Wheat Deal
BOISE, ID – Idaho officials and representatives from Taiwan’s flour milling industry formalized a major agricultural agreement this week at the State Capitol. Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke joined leaders from the Idaho wheat industry and the Taipei
WA car makers may not meet 2026 EV sales goals, yet still remain in compliance
OLYMPIA, WA – Washington car manufacturers aren’t expected to necessarily meet their electric vehicle sales quotas for 2026, but state officials are still confident they can remain in compliance with state law thanks to a credit system.
TriState Health Launches “Fight the Flu” Campaign for Fall 2025
CLARKSTON, WA – TriState Health has launched its annual “Fight the Flu” campaign to help protect residents across the Lewis-Clark Valley this flu season. The initiative focuses on community education, convenient access to vaccines, and promoting healthy