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New York and California topped the list of blue states with outward migration. (PHOTO: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM)
May 22, 2026

Wealth transfer from blue to red states boosts Idaho by $72B

The Committee to Unleash Prosperity reports nearly $2 trillion moved from blue to red states, with Idaho gaining $72 billion in economic growth.

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York building is seen in the Manhattan borough of New York, on Dec. 16, 2017. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz/File)
May 12, 2026

Fed reports stable household debt despite student loan challenges

The New York Fed finds stable household debt levels in the first quarter despite ongoing student loan delinquency challenges and modest credit shifts.

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.

Brad Herbert
Mar 27, 2026

International trade: An untapped opportunity for Idaho businesses

Idaho businesses exported $4.2 billion in goods, supporting 16,000 jobs and highlighting international trade as a key growth opportunity.

Sep 18, 2025

Bank of America raises minimum wage to $25 per hour

Bank of America boosts its minimum wage to $25 per hour, raising annual pay to $52,000 and highlighting its commitment to workers and economic growth.

photo of transmission lines
Jun 2, 2025

Public utilities serving Gem State file for rate increases

Idaho Power and Intermountain Gas are both looking to increase residential and commercial customer rates, and increased rates, if approved, would not go into effect until January of next year for both companies.

Idaho credit rating
Jun 2, 2025

Credit rating for Idaho reaffirmed by Fitch

The rating, the treasurer’s office stated, reflects the states conservative fiscal practices and its consistent economic growth, as well as its ability to pivot as the economy changes where necessary.

In this July 31, 2019, file photo, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference following a two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
May 7, 2025

Fed faces challenge of fighting inflation and spurring economic growth

The central bank's caution could lead to more conflict between the Fed and the Trump administration.

Crystal D. Pidjeon, FPC - Senior Director of Human Resources Operations - Boise State University
Feb 28, 2025

Power List – Human Resources Heroes – Crystal D. Pidjeon, FPC

Crystal Pidjeon, senior director of HR operations at Boise State, enhances HR efficiency through leadership, data governance, and professional development.

Dr. Robert Wagner
Feb 14, 2025

Building Idaho’s future: The power of education, innovation and partnership

Idaho’s prosperity hinges on the ability to equip its people with the skills, knowledge and opportunities needed to succeed.

Lauren Hamilton
Feb 5, 2025

DBA found its new executive director in a native Idahoan

Story added that Hamilton’s understand of what makes the downtown Boise area special and her commitment to driving the success of businesses located in the area “made her an ideal person to guide the DBA into its next era.”


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