Idaho

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Jul 29, 2026

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.

Jul 29, 2026

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.

The sky above Meridian on July 26 shows a hint of blue beyond the smoke from wildfires around the region. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ PHOTOGRAPHY)
Jul 28, 2026

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.

Jul 28, 2026

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.

A drone view of the cooling system on the roof of the Digital Realty data center in Oakland, California, on July 18, 2026. (PHOTO: REUTERS/FRED GREAVES/TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
Jul 24, 2026

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.

Jul 24, 2026

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.

Chris Paulsen
Jul 23, 2026

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.

A recent report shows that a lack of housing inventory and longer saving and search periods are key factors in people having to wait longer to purchase their first home. (IBR FILE PHOTO)
Jul 23, 2026

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.

Brad Wilson, Bogus Basin GM, accepts Lifetime Achievement Award at ICORT 2025. (PHOTO: ANDRE WOMACK)
Jul 22, 2026

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.

Idaho gas prices
Jul 21, 2026

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 educator Sawyer Fonnesbeck, Oneida County, drives his family’s chariot team. (PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO)
Jul 21, 2026

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.

Noah Riley is the founder and owner of AI Genius Automations. The company is planning to bring a new artificial intelligence product and online lessons to market in the near future. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jul 20, 2026

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.


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