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Statesman religion columnist Loren Yadon writes that a merciless world is a harsh world, and we must allow people to change for the better.

As the Idaho Legislature considered several laws restricting abortion in the past two years, leaders from at least one faith group have advocated for the passage of these laws. In a petition requesting to appear as an amicus curiae in the cases before the Idaho Supreme Court, the Diocese of Boise stated that they see Idaho’s anti-abortion laws as a critical part of their faith. “Throughout the (2022 legislative) session,...

BOISE — The lowest income renters in Idaho received less rental assistance compared to other states in 2021, according to a study published by the Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy. Kendra Knighten, a policy associate with the policy center and the Idaho Asset Building Network, said that organizations like...

BOISE - Families interested in applying for free and reduced-price meals for the 2022-23 school year can now view income guidelines and submit applications. The 2022-23 school year will be the first time since 2020 that families need to apply in order to receive free or reduced-price meals in schools operating the National School Lunch Program and for free milk in schools operating the Special Milk Program.

The triple digits are here, and Idahoans of all ages are trying to beat the heat in any way possible. Swimming, finding shade or buying shades (sunglasses) are all on the table. As an ophthalmologist, with an emphasis on pediatric eye care, I want to focus on the best methods to protect your child’s eyes while enjoying another hot Idaho summer.

BOISE, Idaho — A new report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition is painting a picture of Idaho's current rental market in comparison to wages in the Gem State. Policy Specialist with the Idaho Asset Building Network, Angelica Moran, told KTVB the network co-releases the "Out of Reach" report with the housing coalition each year.

In this file photo, an activist holds up a sign during a rally in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in response to the leaked Supreme Court draft decision to overturn Roe v. Wade on May 3, 2022, in Washington, D.C. (Alex Wong/Getty Images) As the Idaho Legislature considered several...

BOISE, Idaho — In the next couple of weeks, five justices from Idaho's Supreme Court will likely decide whether abortion will become illegal in the Gem State. Wednesday morning, the court heard arguments from Planned Parenthood, which originally filed multiple lawsuits against the state over its abortion laws, and those defending the laws, including the Attorney General's office and the outside counsel representing the legislature.

Because of the recent claims of religious discrimination by members of the Micron Employees for Religious Freedom (MERF), The Idaho Business Review decided to profile the workings of the Idaho Human Rights Commission (IHRC), which recently investigated complaints filed against Boise-based Micron Technology. Often flying below the radar of most residents, the IHRC fills an ...

About 900 pro-choice advocates gathered in front of the Idaho State Capitol building during a rally against Idaho’s abortion law on Wednesday. The rally happened the same day the Idaho State Supreme Court heard arguments on three procedural questions involving two lawsuits over Idaho’s anti-abortion laws, including whether either or both should be prevented from taking effect while they’re challenged in court.

The Idaho Commission on the Arts announced a long list of fiscal year 2023 grants Aug. 1, amounting to $645,592 that will support 81 organizations and schools across 27 communities in the state. Included among those grants were several going to the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint; Pend Oreille Arts Council; Creations for Sandpoint, Arts Alliance, Inc.; the Festival at Sandpoint; and Panida Theater.

"We need people to understand this affects us. There is a lot more of us than they think," one of the rally members said.

Letters to the editor on Idaho’s abortion laws, Sens. Crapo and Risch’s votes against the veterans health care bill, Rep. Fulcher’s vote against the Respect for Marriage Act and the need to address climate change.

Last year, we brought you the heartbreaking story that some Idaho cities were considering allowing workers to live in tents due to the lack of affordable housing. Some Idaho towns are suffering from a worker shortage due to service workers, seasonal workers, teachers, and other regular folks being unable to afford shelter.