With the November election just over a month away, the candidates vying to become the next mayor of Caldwell are sharing their visions for the city. Incumbent M

Lisa Burtenshaw, Christian Ashcraft, and Jeffrey Aldridge fielded questions from residents, focusing on the challenges of rapid growth, housing affordability, infrastructure strain, and the need for better communication between city hall and the public.

Stand Up For Idaho, a nonprofit that “advocates for the common good, well-being, and civic betterment for Idaho citizens,” is hosting each of the Idaho Falls mayoral candidates at a town hall tonight (Wednesday).

Absentee voting has quietly served Idaho for decades. It gives seniors, rural residents, working families, and military members a trusted way to cast their ballots. For many, it’s not just convenient but essential.

In Ketchum, residents will decide if they want to change the structure of their city’s government. In 2011, the issue was put to the ballot, and got 43% of the vote, but didn’t pass. 14 years later, the City of Ketchum is once again considering whether to switch from a mayor-council form of government to a council manager form of government.

West Ada voters will choose between Lori Frasure and Dara Ezzell-Pebworth for District 1 trustee. Key issues for candidates include test scores, inclusion, and school resources.

It was a full house at the Nampa Chamber of Commerce candidate forum Monday afternoon, with residents observing as candidates made their case.

Idaho legislative leaders said Friday they expect a short 2026 legislative session that centers around budget cuts and tax cuts. During the Idaho Legislature’s Legislative Council meeting Friday at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise,

The Idaho State Journal and League of Women Voters of Pocatello will host a candidate forum for Chubbuck municipal elections and School District 25 board races on Oct. 7 at

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Absentee voting in Idaho is secure, tested, and improving. More importantly, it keeps faith with every Idahoan, including those who have worn the uniform and stood watch so we can remain free to cast our ballots at home.