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Idaho officials react to President Joe Biden dropping out of 2024 race
Idaho officials have started to release statements about President Joe Biden’s decision to not seek the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 2024 presidential election. On Sunday, Biden posted a letter addressed to the American people to his social media accounts stating he would “stand down” from the race. In another post, he said he endorses […] The post Idaho officials react to President Joe Biden dropping out of 2024 race appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Idaho’s Bench Lake Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres; 8% containment reported
More than 300 firefighters continued to fight the Bench Lake Fire burning in Idaho’s Sawtooth National Forest, achieving 8% containment on Friday as the fire grew to more than 2,000 acres, fire officials said. The fire started July 11 and is burning near Redfish Lake and the iconic Redfish Lake Lodge near the town of […] The post Idaho’s Bench Lake Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres; 8% containment reported appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Yellowstone superintendent seeks hunting relief for wolves after another deadly winter
This story was originally published by WyoFile on July 19, 2023. The 2023-’24 winter proved the third deadliest for Yellowstone wolves in the decades since Canis lupus was reintroduced to the landscape in 1995. Overall, 13 wolves were shot by legal hunters, caught by trappers, killed by poachers or died of suspected hunting-related injuries. Like in past winters, […] The post Yellowstone superintendent seeks hunting relief for wolves after another deadly winter appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
IT glitch causing delays in flights, business operations globally
Air travel, banking, media and hospital systems are just some of the industries affected by a bug in a software update that has scrambled business operations for many globally Friday morning. Many of those who use Microsoft Windows are likely experiencing a “blue screen of death” or an error page. The issue is due to […] The post IT glitch causing delays in flights, business operations globally appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance continues heat relief fund for its fourth summer
The Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance is continuing its annual Heat and Smoke Relief Fund to help farmworkers deal with extreme weather conditions. Founded in 2021, the fund helps agricultural workers in southern Idaho by giving them essential supplies and support during the summer. The alliance has raised around $35,000 over the years through donations and […] The post Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance continues heat relief fund for its fourth summer appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires
California, like many of the states in our region, has faced some of the most devastating wildfires in recent history. The “Golden State” is leading the charge in wildfire prevention by integrating cutting-edge technology into its fire management strategies. One of the most significant advancements in this area is the use of AI-trained cameras that monitor […] The post Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
U.S. Sen. Tester of Montana latest Democrat to call on Biden not to seek another term
Montana’s senior U.S. senator and only Democratic member of the state’s Congressional delegation is calling on President Joe Biden, also a Democrat, to not seek re-election in November. Sen. Jon Tester is only the second Democrat in the Senate to make the call on the Biden candidacy, but other media report that former President Barack […] The post U.S. Sen. Tester of Montana latest Democrat to call on Biden not to seek another term appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Treasure Valley evictions are on the rise, but rent aid is working to keep Idahoans in their homes
More residents living in the Treasure Valley are struggling to pay their rent, according to a new report from Jesse Tree, a Boise-based nonprofit. In the annual “Treasure Valley Eviction Report,” Jesse Tree shows eviction filings in 2023 increased by 89% in Ada and Canyon counties from 2022. Rising rent, cost of living, stagnant wages […] The post Treasure Valley evictions are on the rise, but rent aid is working to keep Idahoans in their homes appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Managing generative artificial intelligence in Idaho’s public higher education
The use of artificial intelligence in Idaho is a new concern state officials are faced with. This year, Idaho lawmakers passed two laws restricting the use of AI to generate deep fakes in political campaigns and AI-generated sexual depictions of children. Now, Idaho colleges and universities are grappling with the new technology and its implications […] The post Managing generative artificial intelligence in Idaho’s public higher education appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Proposed first-ever federal standards for maternal care met with mixed response from hospitals
As part of President Joe Biden’s initiative to reduce maternal mortality rates and improve health outcomes in underserved communities, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced new policy proposals that would require hospitals to adhere to more rigorous maternal care standards or risk losing their ability to participate in Medicare. According to the proposed […] The post Proposed first-ever federal standards for maternal care met with mixed response from hospitals appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Heat was likely a factor in 5 human bird flu infections in Colorado
Soaring temperatures made it difficult for farmworkers to protect themselves from chickens recently infected by avian influenza in Colorado and likely contributed to five people contracting the virus, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. State health officials discovered the infections last week — the largest cluster of human infections in the […] The post Heat was likely a factor in 5 human bird flu infections in Colorado appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Idaho’s potential for significant fire activity increases with hot, dry conditions
Idaho fire officials are preparing for above normal fire potential in parts of the state due to high temperatures and dry conditions. Idaho Department of Lands fire management chief Josh Harvey told Gov. Brad Little and other members of the Idaho State Board of Land Commissioners on Tuesday that the southern portion of the state […] The post Idaho’s potential for significant fire activity increases with hot, dry conditions appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Iowa State University research identifies possible point of entry for avian flu in cattle
As avian influenza is being detected in more and more dairy herds across the U.S., including multiple herds in Idaho, Iowa State University researchers have found a possible connection as to why the virus is being found in raw milk. A study published this month by a team in Iowa State’s College of Veterinary Medicine […] The post Iowa State University research identifies possible point of entry for avian flu in cattle appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year
More than a dozen Republican governors gathered in Eagle Pass in February, heeding a call from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to confront what he labeled “President Joe Biden’s border crisis.” The governors, along with other GOP state leaders, vowed to send another round of National Guard troops from their states to the Texas-Mexico border. With […] The post States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Eagle Pass residents have mixed feelings about sharing their city with the National Guard
EAGLE PASS, Texas — From a shaded bench off Main Street, next to the city park the state of Texas seized in January for its border operations, Jessie Fuentes sometimes likes to count the number of Humvees, Department of Public Safety SUVs and unmarked trucks driven by uniformed soldiers that pass him. Often, Fuentes said, […] The post Eagle Pass residents have mixed feelings about sharing their city with the National Guard appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Reporting live from Native America and the Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE — I’m in Milwaukee with a team of Native American journalists at the Republican National Convention to understand more about the relationship between the federal government and the colonized people that will continue to exist within the United States project — whichever man becomes president again in 2025. Wherever the U.S. goes after Nov. […] The post Reporting live from Native America and the Republican National Convention appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
ACLU of Idaho asks federal judge to halt law banning gender care for those in prison
A federal judge on Monday heard arguments about whether three transgender women in Idaho prisons could continue accessing their hormone therapy, despite House Bill 668 — which prevents state funds and facilities from offering gender-affirming care. The lawsuit, Roe v. Labrador, was filed by the ACLU of Idaho on behalf of the three transgender women […] The post ACLU of Idaho asks federal judge to halt law banning gender care for those in prison appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
‘We are not getting rid of books’: How libraries across Idaho are implementing new materials law
On a cool Friday in late May, Donnelly Public Library Director Sherry Scheline welcomed four kids who had just gotten off the bus from school. Their parent had a flat tire 40 minutes away from town and could not make it home to meet them. Scheline made sure they had food and water and contacted […] The post ‘We are not getting rid of books’: How libraries across Idaho are implementing new materials law appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Why Washington’s wolf count is under scrutiny
With a controversial vote planned this week on whether to loosen protections for wolves in Washington, wildlife advocates are raising alarm that officials could be relying on flawed wolf count figures from a tribe in the northeast corner of the state. Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission members have been told by agency staff that wolves […] The post Why Washington’s wolf count is under scrutiny appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler, Pennsylvania, rally
The FBI said early Sunday it had identified the man who shot former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park. Crooks was killed at the scene. Trump was pronounced safe shortly after the incident. Corey Comperatore, 50, of Sarver, Pennsylvania, who was […] The post Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler, Pennsylvania, rally appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
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