Idaho named top 10 state by US News rankings
Idaho ranks seventh best state nationally in US News 2026 rankings, with strong economy and fiscal stability placing it among top 10 states.
Idaho named finalist for nuclear lifecycle innovation campus
Idaho is one of five finalists to host a new Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus, aiming to boost investment and create thousands of jobs in nuclear energy.
DEQ urges Idahoans to use trusted sources for air quality information during wildfire smoke season
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality urges residents to rely on trusted sources for accurate air quality information during wildfire smoke season.
More than 63,000 low-income Idaho households limit AC use to save money
Advance America research finds over 63,000 low-income Idaho households regularly shut off ac to reduce costly summer utility bills.
Trump’s pledge on ai data center power draws skepticism in Washington
President Donald Trump announced a pledge by power producers and data centers to fund energy infrastructure for ai demand amid rising electricity cost concerns.
Boise ranks sixth best US city for family reunions
Boise ranks sixth among the top US cities for family reunions, noted for walkability, park access, and airport proximity, according to Mixbook.
Paulsen named new trial court administrator for Idaho’s third judicial district
Chris Paulsen will succeed Benita Miller as trial court administrator for Idaho’s Third Judicial District, overseeing courts in six southwest Idaho counties.
Mortgage rates hit highest level in nearly a year; Treasure Valley sales trend upward despite higher rates
Mortgage rates hit 6.55%, the highest in nearly a year, while Idaho's Treasure Valley sees increased home sales despite rising borrowing costs.
Nominations open for Idaho Lifetime Achievement Award in recreation and tourism
Nominations are open for Idaho's lifetime achievement award recognizing significant contributions to recreation and tourism industries.
Gas prices rise in Idaho amid renewed Middle East conflict
Gas prices in Idaho increased to an average of $4.05 per gallon due to renewed conflict in the Middle East affecting crude oil supplies.
University of Idaho Extension launches statewide horse owner education program
University of Idaho Extension launches a comprehensive statewide horse owner education program addressing key knowledge gaps in equine health and nutrition.
The IBR Interviews of Highly Effective People: Noah Riley
Noah Riley shares his journey from graphic design to ai entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced building AI Genius Automations in Idaho.



















