Idaho's lawmakers are in a tough spot. They are dealing with a big budget problem. But this time, it's not because of the economy. It's because of their own choices. They cut taxes a lot. This was done even when the governor thought it might not be a good idea. Now, the state is short on money. The
Oregon is trying to clean up its political money game. They passed a law to limit big donations and make spending more transparent. But now, they need a lot of cash to make it happen. The Secretary of State's Office wants $25 million to start. But they admit they don't know the final cost. This is
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has had a sudden change of heart about the transportation bill she recently pushed through. After a lot of effort to get it passed, she now wants to scrap the whole thing. This comes after Republicans successfully blocked the tax hikes that were supposed to fund the Oregon
Oregon's nonprofits are in a tight spot. They help people with education, health, jobs, and other essential services. But now, they're under a lot of pressure. Federal money is drying up. Local governments can't keep up with their promises. At the same time, more people need help because housing is
Idaho Public Television is in a tight spot. They're losing a big chunk of their money. About $2 million to be exact. That's a quarter of what they usually get from private donors. This is all because Congress, led by Republicans, decided to stop funding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. To d
Idaho faced a lot of changes and tough times in 2025. The year was marked by big events that had a strong impact on the state. One of the most talked-about incidents was the mass arrest at the Wilder horse track. Over 200 law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, showed up and took people away
Oregon's schools are in a tough spot. The state isn't giving them enough money, especially for schools with lots of students who need extra help. Instead of fixing the problem, the state is pointing fingers and saying schools need to be more "accountable. " But how can schools be accountable when th
Idaho's recent decision to cut mental health services is causing quite a stir. The state's top Medicaid official isn't even sure if these cuts will save money in the long run. But with a budget shortfall looming, Governor Brad Little ordered cuts across the board. The mental health services were on
Oregon State University has decided to cut ties with Blueprint Sports, ending their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) management deal. This decision came after some controversy and a lot of questions from fans and media. The deal, which was supposed to last until 2026, is now over as of December 8th.
Oregon's leaders have been talking about making the state more appealing to businesses. But when it comes to land development, the reality is quite different. Take, for example, a recent project that took 25 years to complete. The plan was to build a golf course with hundreds of homes around it. The
