ID: Social Justice
Steady increase in election staff changes over past two decades, report finds
A new report dives into election official turnover during more than two decades. It says rates have increased steadily nationwide since 2000…
Call for more inclusive coverage during Sexual Assault Prevention Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Advocates for sexual assault survivors in Idaho and across the country are pushing for a more …
ID anti-DEI bill in higher ed could have 'ripple effects' for state
Idaho lawmakers are considering a measure that would eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs on college campuses. Critics say it could …
ID bill could add restrictions to ballot initiative process
Idaho lawmakers are once again looking to change the ballot initiative process in the state. With a little more than a week left in the session…
Proyecto de ley de ID pondría restricciones al proceso de iniciativa electoral
Los legisladores de Idaho pretenden cambiar una vez más el proceso de iniciativa electoral en el estado. A poco más de una semana del final …
Criminal Justice Month: Alternatives to incarceration for mental health issues
March is National Criminal Justice Month and advocacy groups are drawing attention to how people with mental illness are overrepresented in jails and …
ID veterans support open primary elections initiative
Idahoans are collecting signatures for an initiative that would open up primary elections, and the measure has support from some of the state's …
Veteranos de ID apoyan iniciativa de elecciones primarias abiertas
Los habitantes de Idaho están recolectando firmas para una iniciativa que abriría las elecciones primarias, y la medida cuenta con el …
Federal judge puts ID abortion travel ban on hold
A federal judge has temporarily blocked an anti-abortion law in Idaho restricting people's ability to travel to other states for the procedure…
ID school board elections could determine fate of book restrictions
School board elections in Idaho on Tuesday could impact what students are allowed to read. Although school board elections are often overlooked…
Faster postal service speed improves voter turnout, research finds
When the postal service works better, people are more likely to vote - according to new research. The study published in the Election Law Journal …
ID Voter Registration Law Could Hurt Ballot Measures' Chances
Voter registration has changed in Idaho. Along with reducing the number of eligible voters, critics say it could also hurt ballot initiatives' …