Trump budget seeks 43% boost in defense spending, cuts in many domestic programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration released its fiscal 2027 budget request Friday, asking Congress to increase spending on defense programs by 43% and decrease funding for non-defense accounts by 10%. The proposal kicks off what will
Travel Oregon reports drop in international visitors
PORTLAND, OR – Before Oregon could rebound to its pre-pandemic international tourism levels, the state experienced another setback in 2025 that is persisting into this year. Shifts in the political climate and global trade tensions under the
Lewiston to begin drainage improvements on Meadowlark Drive
LEWISTON, ID — Construction is set to begin Monday on a stormwater improvement project in the 2600 block of Meadowlark Drive, according to the City of Lewiston Public Works Department. The city has contracted with Brian McDermott
Washington agriculture officials urge caution before buying chicks, rabbits ahead of Easter
OLYMPIA, WA – As Easter approaches, Washington agriculture officials are reminding families to think carefully before purchasing chicks or rabbits, noting the animals require long-term care and are often abandoned after the holiday. The Washington State Department
Paving work on US 12 near Alpowa Summit to begin April 7
CLARKSTON, WA — Drivers traveling on U.S. Highway 12 west of Clarkston should expect delays beginning Tuesday as paving work gets underway near Alpowa Summit. According to the Washington State Department of Transportation, crews will repave a
U.S. adds 178k jobs in ‘strong’ March report amid Iran conflict
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in March, exceeding expectations, after one month of conflict between the United States and Iran. The unemployment rate dropped to 4.3%, according to a new report from the
Lewiston fiber project creates nonprofit to oversee broadband expansion
LEWISTON, ID — A nonprofit organization has been established to oversee development of a fiber-optic broadband network in the Lewiston area, according to the Port of Lewiston and Pivot-Tech Development. The organization, Confluence Fiber Communications, will manage
Idaho Tax Commission shares filing tips ahead of April 15 deadline
BOISE, ID — With the April 15 tax deadline approaching, the Idaho State Tax Commission is offering guidance to help residents file accurately and avoid delays. In a news release issued April 2, the agency outlined six
U.S. fighter jet shot down over Iran; frantic search and rescue underway
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A U.S. fighter jet has been shot down over southern Iran, as a search and rescue mission is underway, according to multiple reports. Reports indicate the downed aircraft is an F-15 fighter jet with
Idaho House Approves Bill Prohibiting Schools From Using Taxpayer Dollars to Support Unions
BOISE, ID – A last-minute bill restricting teachers’ unions passed the House Thursday afternoon, after surviving two procedural challenges Thursday morning. The 43-24 House vote sends the heavily amended House Bill 516 to Gov. Brad Little’s desk, as