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John Brunelle
Apr 17, 2026

CCDC Executive Director John Brunelle to retire after 13 years

John Brunelle, longest-serving executive director of Capital City Development Corporation, will retire after 13 years leading Boise's urban renewal agency.

Tom Schultz is the chief of the U.S. Forest Service. (PHOTO: VIA REUTERS)
Apr 16, 2026

Forest service chief defends west reorganization plans amid criticism

U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz defends agency reorganization to a state-based system, aiming to improve local management and address budget shortfalls.

Chris Stewart, left, founder of The Good Network, created the nonprofit in june 2025 and has generated nearly $50,000 to help people in need. (PHOTO: THE GOOD NETWORK)
Apr 16, 2026

The Good Network mobilizes support for Idahoans with urgent needs

The Good Network amplifies urgent community needs in Idaho, raising nearly $50,000 and supporting nonprofits through storytelling and outreach.

Apr 16, 2026

Idaho AEYC leads Week of the Young Child with statewide resources

Idaho AEYC leads the week of the young child April 11-17 to provide families and teachers with early learning resources and support.

Barclays logo is seen in this illustration taken Jan. 7, 2026. (ILLUSTRATION: REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/File)
Apr 15, 2026

Barclays says robots and drones could cut global food delivery costs to $1 per order

Barclays projects autonomous robots and drones could reduce global food delivery costs to $1 per order, unlocking billions in industry profits.

Shipping containers are shown stacked together on Terminal Island at the port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 24, 2026. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
Apr 15, 2026

US customs to launch tariff refund system April 20 after Supreme Court ruling

U.S. Customs and Border Protection will launch the CAPE system on April 20 to issue refunds for $166 billion in tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court.

Apr 15, 2026

Idaho declares statewide drought emergency after record-low snowpack

Idaho declares a statewide drought emergency due to record-low snowpack and historic warmth, impacting water supplies for agriculture and irrigation.

Flower Child is planning to open its first Idaho location in The Village in Meridian. (PHOTO: FLOWER CHILD)
Apr 15, 2026

Flower Child to open first Idaho location at The Village at Meridian

Flower Child will open its first Idaho restaurant at the Village at Meridian, bringing its health-forward menu to Boise later this year.

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Apr 14, 2026

Albertsons posts full-year profit despite $774M settlement

Albertsons reported full-year net income despite a $774 million opioid settlement charge in the fourth quarter, raising dividends and expanding share buybacks.

Andrea Cantor was recently named as the Economic Development director for the City of Boise. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Apr 14, 2026

The Idaho Business Review Interviews of Highly Effective People: Andrea Cantor

Andrea Cantor, raised in Boise, is the new director of the city's Economic Development department, focusing on business growth and community partnerships.

Apr 14, 2026

Majority of Americans tired of hearing about AI despite widespread use

A recent survey reveals 54% of Americans are tired of hearing about ai, even as 69% use it in daily life, highlighting mixed feelings about the technology.

Apr 13, 2026

Commercial Real Estate Roundup for April 10, 2026

Commercial real estate activity in Boise and Meridian includes leases, renewals, and purchases involving companies like Clark Pacific, Lamb Weston, and Killer Burger.