Idaho State Police reports record toxicology cases as drug-impaired driving rises

BOISE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Idaho State Police Forensic Services received more than 3,400 toxicology cases this past year, the most seen in a decade. Blood toxicology submissions increased roughly 16%, while urine toxicology submissions...

How LAUSD School Zones Perpetuate Educational Inequality, Ignoring ‘Redlining’ Past

This story is part of The 74’s special coverage marking the 65th anniversary of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Read all our stories here. They are two LAUSD schools just a mile apart. Yet in many ways Canfield Avenue Elementary School...

'From Paris to Hemingway's Idaho'

The story behind Ernest Hemingway’s posthumously published memoir, “A Movable Feast,” is that a bespoke Louis Vuitton trunk belonging to Hemingway had been languishing in the basement of the Ritz Paris until the author was reminded of its...

Idaho Fish and Game recognize two hunter education instructors on 45 years of service

Idaho Fish and Game is pleased to announce that two hunter education instructors in the Clearwater Region were recently recognized for 45 years of service to the program. David Owsley of Orofino and Mike Hallisey of Deary were the recipients of...

Trench warfare: A look into the culture of the Idaho football program 

When one thinks of Idaho football, there is a recurring theme that signifies everything the program prides itself on: being the most physically dominant group of men in the Big Sky Conference. Ever since head coach Thomas Ford Jr. took the reins...

Idaho voters demand a Convention of States

A new poll from Susquehanna Research found that 78% of 500 Idaho voters polled support a Convention of States under Article V of the Constitution. The COS goal: to impose term limits, spending restraints, and limits on federal power. Only 11%...

Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Brad L. Mortensen as new president of Utah State University

By Aidan Mortensen | KOAL News | Photo by Benjamin Zack | Weber State University Following a nationwide search, the Utah Board of Higher Education announced on Thursday that it would be appointing Brad L. Mortensen as the newest president of Utah...

Idaho High School Football Playoffs Kick Off Halloween Night with Five Must-Watch First-Round Games

Halloween is not just about trick-or-treaters for Idaho prepsters. The high school football postseason kicks off on that night, and High School on SI Idaho will have all the scores you need in one place. With the top 6A and 4A teams getting the...

Idaho School Funding Issues Continue to Embarrass the State

It's election time in Idaho —no, these are off-year elections, which means only the most dedicated folks are running for office. Even more dedicated are the voters who will study the issues and take time to vote during the so-called 'off-year...

Judge blocks investigation of ‘QueerDoc’ group that targets gender-confused Alaska youth

A federal judge has squashed a Dept. of Justice’s attempt to investigate a doctor who claims to have facilitated more transgender services on Alaska youth than any other provider. This includes prescribing life-altering chemicals and hormones...

Eric Phillips faces defamation suit after accusations in Caldwell mayor’s race

CALDWELL, Idaho — The Idaho Attorney General’s Office is reviewing a complaint filed by Caldwell mayoral candidate Eric Phillips, who accuses his opponent, Councilman Brad Doty, and developer Lee Gientke of possible bribery, unlawful campaign...

Middleton (Idaho) district gets state funding to build elementary

After five failed attempts to pass a bond that would have paid for a new elementary school and ease crowding, the Middleton (Idaho) district has received the money from another source. Idaho Education News reports that a state panel has approved...

Idaho lawmakers to partner with national conservative think tank to bring more immigration bills

Members of an influential national conservative think tank plan to work with Idaho lawmakers again during the 2026 legislative session to further crack down on immigration in the state. Heritage Action, the advocacy arm of the Heritage Foundation,...

College football picks for Week 10: USC and ASU struggle, Boise State rolls

Welcome the Hotline's weekly picks against the point spread, published Thursdays throughout the regular season with a focus on the top games nationally and the most intriguing matchups across the West. Last week, we were 6-5. Lines are courtesy of...

Idaho Shoppers Have Become Bargain Buyers for Good Reason

People are buying day-old bread and meat. I wouldn’t call it an opinion. I’m a witness. My schedule allows me to go grocery shopping early in the day: late morning, or early afternoon. One store manager told me a few years ago that the bakery puts...

LGHS grad hopes his new book ‘How First-Generation Students Navigate Higher Education…’ will spark a renaissance in college supports

If you look at recent data, you’ll find the majority of undergraduate college students who are the first generation in their family to reach these higher-academic halls, says Fisher Middle School alum and Los Gatos High School (Class of ‘94)...

How Medicaid affects — and doesn’t affect — the special education equation

Each year, Medicaid covers $50 million to $60 million of Idaho’s special education costs. But despite this federal money, the Idaho Department of Education says the state is still facing a $100 million special education shortfall — a gap between...

Nampa’s District 5 race pits incumbents and newcomers against each other

The District 5 Nampa City Council race is a highly contested one, with two incumbents and two newcomers vying for one seat. The district encompasses the southwest corner of the city, roughly spanning between Lone Star and Greenhurst roads, and...

Three candidates face off in Boise’s District 6 City Council race

NORTH END BOISE, Idaho — Housing, safety, and neighborhood growth are key issues in Boise’s District 6 City Council race, where three candidates are vying to represent the North End and Foothills communities. WATCH: Meet the three candidates...

Food stamps to be delayed in Idaho due to government shutdown  

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be delayed for the month of November as a result of the federal government shutdown and funding lapse, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. This does not include WIC, the...