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InvestigateWest, Invisible Institute sue Idaho for withholding police employment records

The lawsuit accuses Idaho State Police and the Idaho Department of Correction of concealing public records in response to critical reporting

InvestigateWest June 26, 2026

Education

Mercer Island superintendent knew of teacher sexual misconduct allegations despite public statements

Curtis Johnston was allowed to voluntarily surrender his teaching license after the superintendent told a state investigator that no investigations existed, records show

Moe K. Clark June 25, 2026

Public Health

As Idaho grows, ambulance agencies warn they need more funding to keep up

State lawmakers wary of government spending have turned down bills to fund emergency medical services

Rachel Spacek June 25, 2026

Government

State Agency Met with Oil-by-Rail Firm in Private Ahead of Permit Application

A 2023 DeSmog investigation uncovered a “backroom deal” between Portland city officials and Zenith Energy. New documents show the state environmental regulator also met with the company.

May 13, 2024

InvestigateWest, Invisible Institute sue Idaho for withholding police employment records

Mercer Island superintendent knew of teacher sexual misconduct allegations despite public statements

As Idaho grows, ambulance agencies warn they need more funding to keep up

State Agency Met with Oil-by-Rail Firm in Private Ahead of Permit Application

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