ID: Livable Wages/Working Families
Report: Teacher pay lags behind others with college degrees
Average teacher pay increased in 2023, but a new study shows it still lags far behind that of other college graduates. Average weekly wages for …
ID program aims to grow teacher numbers across the state
A program is Idaho is aiming to close the teacher shortage gap by training people where they live. Idaho State University's Paraprofessional to …
Future of Social Security in spotlight at AARP ID town hall
The future of Social Security is a priority issue for many voters across the country. The interest on Social Security Trust Funds will run out of …
Report: ID covering fewer kids with public insurance vs. 2019
As pandemic era protections were lifted, a new report showed the number of children on Medicaid has varied widely between states, with Idaho seeing a …
Report: More college degrees mean more earnings for workers
Attainment of college degrees has gone up across the nation - and that's good news for workers, according to a new report. An analysis from the …
Advocates urge Congress to fix Social Security before cuts necessary
Social Security is a critical benefit for older Americans, which is why advocates want Congress to start working now to ensure the program is …
ID Ranks High in Child Well-Being, But Child Care Costs Concerning
Idaho ranks fairly high compared to other states in a new report on children's well-being, but the high cost of child care lurks as a burden for …
Report: Variety of Ways for Young People to Get Good Paying Jobs
A new report explored the pathways young people can take to land good-paying jobs, and a popular program in Idaho is helping young people with the …
After Banks' Failures, Credit Unions Tout Independent Structure
The collapse of two banks has put the U.S. financial sector into focus this week. Some are considering the alternative structures of institutions …
Free Tax-Aide Program 'Goes Live' Across ID
Tax time is here again. Between now and mid-April, Idahoans in need of assistance can find free help across the state through the AARP Foundation's …
Little's State of the State Address Emphasizes Education Spending in ID
Governor Brad Little kicked off the 2023 legislative session with his State of the State address and an Idaho teachers' organization is applauding his…
Tax Rebate Proposal Aims to Fend Off Inflation Impacts on ID Families
A tax rebate program approved during the Idaho special session this year has sparked an idea: why not send more rebates to families? In September…