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Jan 15, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is continuing to pass rules in the Senate and the House before they bring proposed bills forward. The House went through 13 today, and many of them followed IDHW Director Alex Adams' opening remarks from earlier this week of consolidating Idaho code and putting more decision-making power back into lawmakers' hands.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — BOISE, Idaho — The Senate Health and Welfare Committee has approved 16 new rules, including the adoption of several temporary measures from the last legislative session. Among these are the elimination of adoption fees and a redefinition of "kinship."Additional temporary rulings were introduced, providing extra visitation protections for children whose parents face charges of physical or sexual abuse.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Members of the Idaho Legislature and activists opposed to the participation of transgender women in women's sports are honoring Boise State University's women's volleyball team. The team was recognized for its decision not to play against another Mountain West team, a move described as courageous and committed.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
TOPICS:Foster careReformIdahoLegislative sessionGovernor LittleHealth and welfareBudgetAdvocacyIdaho's foster care crisis has continuously been discussed during legislative sessions for years. Last year was the first year advocates say they saw substantial change. After emotional testimonies and calls for reform, two bills were signed into effect during the 2024 session. Since then change has snowballed.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
TOPICS:Tax reliefBudget cutsEducationTransportationChild welfareFoster Care SystemWildfiresIdahoansIdaho's House Speaker Mike Moyle is sharing his reactions to Governor Little's State of the State address. Moyle said he appreciated Little's short address and while there are points he agrees with, he says some priorities need to be shifted. He said more money going towards education, roads, and transportation is relevant and necessary.
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Jan 6, 2025 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
TOPICS:School choiceDoug DuceyIdaho lawmakersEducation fundingPublic educationTax creditLegislative sessionParental empowermentThis morning, former Arizona governor Doug Ducey spoke at the Idaho Statehouse about the benefits of school choice in Arizona and why Idaho should follow suit. School choice allows parents to choose their kids' method of education and help offset the cost. Ducey said making the change has put the Grand Canyon State ahead in education.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Local foster care nonprofit the Freedom Youth Foundation is making an impact through a new partnership. Idaho native and Boise State alumni, Scott Matlock, is using his success as an NFL player to help raise awareness of Idaho's foster care crisis, and the work FYF is doing. Cleats for a Cause is an awareness initiative put on by the NFL. The campaign lets participating players choose any nonprofit organization and have cleats designed to support their cause.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Boise State is gearing up for the Mountain West Championship game. Unlike previous years, this is the first time twelve teams will be in the playoffs instead of four. Boise State came into the year as one of the favorites in the conference, and with no conference losses and one loss overall, they're showing they have what it takes.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — An Idaho native and former Boise State Bronco is sharing his support of a local nonprofit on some of the most famous football fields across the country. Scott Matlock is one of the most versatile players in the NFL, playing both offense and defense for the Los Angeles Chargers. Hard work and dedication are what have gotten him to where he is, though at one point in life, he wasn't sure of his future.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
idahonews.com | Savannah Hankard
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — TRICA is inviting Treasure Valley to experience its multi-sensory holiday event, Snow Globe. The organization, focused on bringing artistic and meaningful experiences to the community, is excited about its second year. Organizers of the event say the installation is something that everyone can enjoy, and it's based on something you might have thought of when looking into a snow globe.
