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Man charged after driving through school gates
A driver allegedly crashed through two closed crossing gates at Washington Elementary in Sandpoint, prompting new …
Charter school group pushes for veto override
A charter school group is urging lawmakers to override Gov. Butch Otter's veto of a $1.7 million school funding bill.
Marijuana extract oil bill heads to governor
Idaho attorney general outlines mismanagement at aquarium
Couple rescues pregnant dog that had been shot
Man cited for reckless driving after hitting girl
Otter to delay decision
BOISE (AP) - Gov. Butch Otter will wait until Monday to announce his decision on whether he has signed legislation seeking to repeal lucrative slot-like machines in Idaho.
Men plead not guilty in Boise contract killing case
BOISE (AP) - Two men police say are involved in the contract killing of two Boise men and injuring a woman over a marijuana theft have denied involvement.
Idaho police: Be alert for slow farm equipment on roads
TWIN FALLS (AP) - Idaho State Police are advising motorists to be alert for slow-moving farm equipment now that farming season has arrived.
Senate panel kills interstate federal lands compact
BOISE (AP) - An Idaho Senate panel has killed legislation that would have allowed the state to enter into an interstate compact to pursue management of federal lands.
Idaho Senate passes 7.4 percent public school funding boost
BOISE (AP) - The Idaho Senate has approved a 7.4 percent increase to the state's public school budget, which includes funding for a sweeping five-year plan to boost teacher pay.
Second man arrested after triple stabbing
NAMPA (AP) - Southwest Idaho authorities have arrested a second man in connection with the stabbing of three people.