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Trump Endorsed Brad Little—But Idaho Conservatives Aren't Sold | Ep 122

Brad Little holds Trump's endorsement and a $1.4M war chest, but seven GOP challengers say Idaho's governor campaigns conservative and governs moderate — and the May 19th primary puts that debate to a vote.  This week's report also covers the feds' scrapping Biden's public land grab, the Rathdrum mayor's resignation under a domestic battery probe, Boise State's Canvas cyberattack during finals week, and $7 million in school choice tax credits still available for Idaho families. Local Yocal Idaho brings you the Idaho news you need to know, every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Idaho news every Wednesday.  👍 Like and share if this story deserves more attention.  💬 Which story hit hardest this week? Drop it in the comments.  Check Out Our Social Media Substack: https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/ [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/]  X: https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho [https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/ [https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/]  Thank you for watching the show. If you have feedback or encouragement, please email us at LYIMedia@protonmail.com or tweet us @LocalYocalIdaho on X. I hope you enjoyed it, and have an excellent rest of your week.  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:12  GOP Challengers Take Aim at Gov. Little in Crowded Primary https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/05/gop-challengers-take-aim-at-little-in-crowded-primary/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/05/gop-challengers-take-aim-at-little-in-crowded-primary/]    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s08LWSsyU0 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s08LWSsyU0]  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ewv6kXw4Aw [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ewv6kXw4Aw] 03:39 Feds Officially Cancel Biden Era Conservation Rule https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/05/11/repub/feds-officially-cancel-conservation-rule-for-public-lands/ [https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/05/11/repub/feds-officially-cancel-conservation-rule-for-public-lands/]   05:55 Rathdrum Mayor Resigns Amid Domestic Battery Investigation  https://cdapress.com/news/2026/may/04/rathdrum-mayor-resigns-amid-investigation-of-domestic-battery-incident/ [https://cdapress.com/news/2026/may/04/rathdrum-mayor-resigns-amid-investigation-of-domestic-battery-incident/]    07:08 Idaho AG Raúl Labrador Cracks Down on Illegal HOA Fees  https://www.kivitv.com/news/idaho-attorney-general-raul-labrador-cracks-down-on-illegal-hoa-fees [https://www.kivitv.com/news/idaho-attorney-general-raul-labrador-cracks-down-on-illegal-hoa-fees]  09:02 Nampa May Get Amazon Drone Deliveries Soon https://www.kivitv.com/nampa/amazon-proposes-drone-delivery-in-nampa-raising-questions-from-residents [https://www.kivitv.com/nampa/amazon-proposes-drone-delivery-in-nampa-raising-questions-from-residents]  10:41 Hackers Canceled BSU Finals During Finals Week https://idahonews.com/news/local/idaho-colleges-respond-to-nationwide-canvas-outage [https://idahonews.com/news/local/idaho-colleges-respond-to-nationwide-canvas-outage] 12:33 Idaho's School Choice Tax Credit Has $7M Balance — Application https://cdapress.com/news/2026/may/05/idahos-school-choice-tax-credit-has-7-million-balance-after-first-application-window/ [https://cdapress.com/news/2026/may/05/idahos-school-choice-tax-credit-has-7-million-balance-after-first-application-window/]    14:04 Idaho Hosts World Jet River Race Championship 2026 https://www.kivitv.com/backroads/jet-boats-fly-up-and-down-the-payette-river-in-the-world-championship [https://www.kivitv.com/backroads/jet-boats-fly-up-and-down-the-payette-river-in-the-world-championship]   15:27 Outro

Idaho's Ban on Men in Women's Bathrooms Faces a Federal Lawsuit | Ep 121

Idaho's ban on men in women's bathrooms now faces a federal lawsuit from the ACLU, who call it discrimination — we break down exactly why they're wrong.  From a $6.83 million criminal fine hitting Boise Cascade, to a Canyon County sheriff warning Idaho has shifted from a cartel destination to a distribution hub, a Governor's race shakeup with major union endorsements, and a former Nampa priest sentenced for abuse — this week's report covers the stories driving Idaho's legal, political, and cultural landscape.  Local Yocal Idaho brings you the Idaho news you need to know, every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Idaho news every Wednesday.  👍 Like and share if this story deserves more attention.  💬 Which story hit hardest this week? Drop it in the comments.  Check Out Our Social Media Substack: https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/ [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/]  X: https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho [https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/ [https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/]  Thank you for watching the show. If you have feedback or encouragement, please email us at LYIMedia@protonmail.com or tweet us @LocalYocalIdaho on X. I hope you enjoyed it, and have an excellent rest of your week.  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:17 ACLU Sues Over Idaho Trans Bathroom Law https://www.idahoednews.org/news/transgender-idahoans-file-lawsuit-challenging-criminal-penalties-for-using-preferred-restrooms/ [https://www.idahoednews.org/news/transgender-idahoans-file-lawsuit-challenging-criminal-penalties-for-using-preferred-restrooms/]  https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/30/transgender-idahoans-sue-over-law-that-criminalizes-using-bathrooms-that-align-with-gender-identity/ [https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/30/transgender-idahoans-sue-over-law-that-criminalizes-using-bathrooms-that-align-with-gender-identity/] https://www.kivitv.com/news/aclu-six-transgender-idaho-residents-file-federal-lawsuit-challenging-new-restroom-law [https://www.kivitv.com/news/aclu-six-transgender-idaho-residents-file-federal-lawsuit-challenging-new-restroom-law]   https://boisedev.com/news/2026/04/27/in-wake-of-bathroom-bill-commercial-tenants-ask-for-gender-neutral-bathrooms-property-owners-weigh-options/ [https://boisedev.com/news/2026/04/27/in-wake-of-bathroom-bill-commercial-tenants-ask-for-gender-neutral-bathrooms-property-owners-weigh-options/]  03:05 Boise Cascade Fined for Chinese Plywood by DOJ https://www.kivitv.com/downtown-boise/doj-fines-boise-cascade-6-3m-for-buying-chinese-plywood-shirking-tariffs [https://www.kivitv.com/downtown-boise/doj-fines-boise-cascade-6-3m-for-buying-chinese-plywood-shirking-tariffs]   05:12 Vallivue Land Deal Raises Red Flags https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/district-policy-state-law-come-into-question-over-vallivue-land-deal/ [https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/district-policy-state-law-come-into-question-over-vallivue-land-deal/]    06:47 Twin Falls Trustee Violated Election Law https://www.idahoednews.org/news/attorney-general-says-twin-falls-trustee-violated-elections-integrity-law/ [https://www.idahoednews.org/news/attorney-general-says-twin-falls-trustee-violated-elections-integrity-law/]  08:49 Idaho's Shifting Role in Drug Trafficking https://idahonews.com/news/local/idaho-is-now-more-a-drug-distributorship-than-a-depository-says-canyon-county-sheriff [https://idahonews.com/news/local/idaho-is-now-more-a-drug-distributorship-than-a-depository-says-canyon-county-sheriff]   10:27 Little Gains Police & Fire Union Backing https://www.idahoednews.org/news/police-firefighter-unions-endorse-little-after-he-lost-teachers-union-support/ [https://www.idahoednews.org/news/police-firefighter-unions-endorse-little-after-he-lost-teachers-union-support/] 12:39 Nampa Catholic Priest Sentenced for Abusing Minor https://www.kivitv.com/nampa/nampa-priest-sentenced-to-15-years-after-pleading-guilty-to-sexual-abuse-involving-teen [https://www.kivitv.com/nampa/nampa-priest-sentenced-to-15-years-after-pleading-guilty-to-sexual-abuse-involving-teen] 14:15 Idaho's Newest State Park Near Salmon https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/05/historic-ranch-near-salmon-is-idahos-newest-state-park/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/05/historic-ranch-near-salmon-is-idahos-newest-state-park/]    15:46 Outro

102,000 Signatures: Activists Are This Close to Stripping Idaho's Abortion Ban | Ep 120

102,000 signatures now threaten Idaho's abortion ban as activists push to strip away protections for the unborn and force the question onto November's ballot.  Also, a Boise couple faces 200+ years in prison after mailing a 277-page kill list to thousands, 28 daycares lost state funding over fraud, and an Idaho sheriff resigned after running 1,000+ illegal searches on a private citizen's license plate.  We cover that and so much more in this week’s Local Yocal Idaho Midweek Report. Local Yocal Idaho brings you the Idaho news you need to know, every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Idaho news every Wednesday.  👍 Like and share if this story deserves more attention.  💬 Which story hit hardest this week? Drop it in the comments.  Check Out Our Social Media Substack: https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/ [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/]  X: https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho [https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/ [https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/]  Thank you for watching the show. If you have feedback or encouragement, please email us at LYIMedia@protonmail.com or tweet us @LocalYocalIdaho on X. I hope you enjoyed it, and have an excellent rest of your week.  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:18 Abortion on Idaho’s Ballot? Get Ready https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/theyre-getting-close-abortion-activists [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/theyre-getting-close-abortion-activists]  03:12 Idaho Daycares Cut After Statewide Audit https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idaho-audited-every-childcare-provider [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idaho-audited-every-childcare-provider]  05:32 Boise Couple Convicted on 122 Counts — Their 277-Page ‘Kill List’ https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/ada-county/boise-married-couple-convicted-in-kill-list-manifesto-case [https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/ada-county/boise-married-couple-convicted-in-kill-list-manifesto-case]  https://idahonews.com/news/local/go-hunt-kill-boise-couple-faces-200-years-in-prison-after-distributing-kill-list [https://idahonews.com/news/local/go-hunt-kill-boise-couple-faces-200-years-in-prison-after-distributing-kill-list]   06:56 Idaho Sheriff Resigns Over Camera Data Misuse https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/flock-cameras-are-spreading-across-4db [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/flock-cameras-are-spreading-across-4db]  09:12 Idaho’s Top Judge Retires: What’s at Stake https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idahos-top-judge-is-stepping-down [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idahos-top-judge-is-stepping-down] 10:53 Idaho AG Endorses Challenger in District 28 Race https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idaho-ag-labrador-backs-worley-over [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/p/idaho-ag-labrador-backs-worley-over] 12:51 Idaho’s Medical Freedom Act Faces Lawsuit https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/27/lawsuit-claims-idaho-law-bans-daycares-from-sending-home-sick-kids-governor-says-thats-not-true/ [https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/27/lawsuit-claims-idaho-law-bans-daycares-from-sending-home-sick-kids-governor-says-thats-not-true/]  14:34 Idaho Loses Gov. Dirk Kempthorne at 74 https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/an-enduring-mark-on-our-state-dirk-kempthorne-former-idaho-governor-dies-at-74/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/an-enduring-mark-on-our-state-dirk-kempthorne-former-idaho-governor-dies-at-74/]  https://www.kivitv.com/news/former-idaho-governor-dirk-kempthorne-has-died-according-to-family [https://www.kivitv.com/news/former-idaho-governor-dirk-kempthorne-has-died-according-to-family]    https://idahonews.com/news/local/boise-state-football-honors-former-idaho-gov-dirk-kempthorne-nampa-mayor-rick-hogaboam [https://idahonews.com/news/local/boise-state-football-honors-former-idaho-gov-dirk-kempthorne-nampa-mayor-rick-hogaboam]    https://boisedev.com/news/2026/04/25/dirk-kempthorne-passes/ [https://boisedev.com/news/2026/04/25/dirk-kempthorne-passes/]   https://www.kivitv.com/news/a-servants-heart-idaho-politicians-remember-former-gov-kempthorne [https://www.kivitv.com/news/a-servants-heart-idaho-politicians-remember-former-gov-kempthorne]    https://idahonews.com/news/local/former-idaho-governor-dirk-kempthorne-and-us-interior-secretary-dies-at-74 [https://idahonews.com/news/local/former-idaho-governor-dirk-kempthorne-and-us-interior-secretary-dies-at-74]   https://gemstatechronicle.com/2026/04/news-idaho-leaders-react-to-passing-of-former-governor-dirk-kempthorne/ [https://gemstatechronicle.com/2026/04/news-idaho-leaders-react-to-passing-of-former-governor-dirk-kempthorne/]   16:51 Outro

Idaho Dairies Destroy a Senator's Livelihood Over Immigration Law | Ep 119

Idaho dairies destroyed a senator's livelihood for pushing immigration law enforcement, stripping her family of 85% of their income in an act of coordinated retaliation.  This week's report also covers an abortion ballot initiative gaining ground in Idaho, Governor Little dodging a gubernatorial debate ahead of the May 19th primary, and the two-year anniversary of Deputy Tobin Bolter's sacrifice for the Treasure Valley.  From a Boise County commissioner facing a stabbing allegation to Eagle residents fighting a wastewater canal deal, rising farm costs from the Iran war, and a conservative challenger backed by AG Raúl Labrador — this episode breaks down the eight stories shaping Idaho right now.  Local Yocal Idaho brings you the Idaho news you need to know, every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Idaho news every Wednesday.  👍 Share if this story deserves more attention.  💬 Which story hit hardest this week? Drop it in the comments.  Check Out Our Social Media Substack: https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/ [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/]  X: https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho [https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/ [https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/]  Thank you for watching the show. If you have feedback or encouragement, please email us at LYIMedia@protonmail.com or tweet us @LocalYocalIdaho on X. I hope you enjoyed it, and have an excellent rest of your week.  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:04 Idaho Dairy's Retaliation Against a Senator for Immigration https://www.kivitv.com/twin-falls/idaho-senator-accuses-dairies-of-retaliation-industry-says-its-free-market-choice [https://www.kivitv.com/twin-falls/idaho-senator-accuses-dairies-of-retaliation-industry-says-its-free-market-choice]  02:49 Idaho Abortion Ballot 2026 Initiative https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/abortion-on-the-ballot-in-idaho-organizers-are-confident-initiative-qualified/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/abortion-on-the-ballot-in-idaho-organizers-are-confident-initiative-qualified/]   04:48 Labrador Backs Worley Over Sen. Guthrie https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/idaho-attorney-general-endorses-challenger-in-race-against-sen-guthrie/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/idaho-attorney-general-endorses-challenger-in-race-against-sen-guthrie/]   06:34 Idaho Commissioner Accused of Stabbing Minor https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/boise-county/boise-county-commissioner-accused-of-stabbing-minor-following-altercation-on-payette-river [https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/boise-county/boise-county-commissioner-accused-of-stabbing-minor-following-altercation-on-payette-river]    https://cdapress.com/news/2026/apr/18/county-commissioner-is-alleged-to-have-stabbed-a-girl-at-payette-river/ [https://cdapress.com/news/2026/apr/18/county-commissioner-is-alleged-to-have-stabbed-a-girl-at-payette-river/]    08:18 Eagle Fights Wastewater Canal Agreement http://kivitv.com/eagle/eagle-neighbors-pack-city-hall-to-voice-concerns-over-controversial-wastewater-agreement [http://kivitv.com/eagle/eagle-neighbors-pack-city-hall-to-voice-concerns-over-controversial-wastewater-agreement] 10:01 5 GOP Candidates Debate Idaho's Future https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/republican-candidates-for-idaho-governor-answer-questions-at-idaho-falls-forum/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/republican-candidates-for-idaho-governor-answer-questions-at-idaho-falls-forum/]    12:03 Iran War Drives Up Idaho Farm Costs https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/mountain-home/war-with-iran-drives-up-fuel-and-fertilizer-costs-for-treasure-valley-farmers [https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/mountain-home/war-with-iran-drives-up-fuel-and-fertilizer-costs-for-treasure-valley-farmers]  13:43 Remembering Deputy Tobin Bolter 2 Years https://idahonews.com/news/local/two-years-later-remembering-ada-county-deputy-tobin-bolter [https://idahonews.com/news/local/two-years-later-remembering-ada-county-deputy-tobin-bolter]    15:27 Outro

Your Kid's School Was Hiding This From You—Idaho Just Made That Illegal | Ep 118

Your kid's school may have been hiding gender confusion from you — and Idaho just made that illegal. Starting July 1st, schools, doctors, and childcare providers must notify parents within 72 hours or face up to $1,000 in fines. Families are back in control. This week's report also covers: the Idaho Supreme Court hearing a $1.1M drag defamation appeal, another Boise school contractor arrested on child sex charges, record-low snowpack threatening Idaho farms, a TPUSA partnership bringing civic clubs to every Idaho high school, and Rep. Ted Hill's response to Boise's pride flag workaround. Local Yocal Idaho brings you the Idaho news you need to know, every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Idaho news that the national media ignores.  👍 Like and share if you think parents — not schools and doctors — should be in charge of their kids' lives.  💬 Comment below: which story matters most to you — the parental notification law, the Supreme Court drag case, the school contractor arrest, or the snowpack crisis hitting Idaho farms? Check Out Our Social Media Substack: https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/ [https://localyocalidaho.substack.com/]  X: https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho [https://twitter.com/LocalYocalIdaho]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/ [https://www.instagram.com/localyocalidaho/]  Thank you for watching the show. If you have feedback or encouragement, please email us at LYIMedia@protonmail.com or tweet us @LocalYocalIdaho on X. I hope you enjoyed it, and have an excellent rest of your week.  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:19 Idaho Law: No More Hiding Gender Confusion https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/10/idaho-governor-signs-bill-to-force-teachers-doctors-to-out-transgender-minors-to-their-parents/ [https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/04/10/idaho-governor-signs-bill-to-force-teachers-doctors-to-out-transgender-minors-to-their-parents/]  02:53 Idaho's Highest Court Eyes Drag Appeal https://cdapress.com/news/2026/apr/12/idaho-supreme-court-considers-appeal-in-drag-defamation-case/ [https://cdapress.com/news/2026/apr/12/idaho-supreme-court-considers-appeal-in-drag-defamation-case/]  04:53 Idaho's $3M War on Quagga Mussels https://www.kivitv.com/news/magic-valley/idaho-continues-its-fight-to-eradicate-invasive-quagga-mussels-in-the-snake-river [https://www.kivitv.com/news/magic-valley/idaho-continues-its-fight-to-eradicate-invasive-quagga-mussels-in-the-snake-river]  06:26 Governor Little Signs TPUSA Partnership Proclamation https://www.kivitv.com/news/governor-brad-little-announces-idahos-partnership-with-turning-point-usa [https://www.kivitv.com/news/governor-brad-little-announces-idahos-partnership-with-turning-point-usa]  08:20 Boise Schools: Another Bus Driver Arrested https://idahonews.com/news/local/boise-school-district-bus-driver-arrested-on-child-sex-crime-charges [https://idahonews.com/news/local/boise-school-district-bus-driver-arrested-on-child-sex-crime-charges]  05:59 HB 561 Sponsor Reacts to Boise's Flag Stunt https://idahonews.com/news/local/flag-bill-sponsor-speaks-out-on-rainbow-flag-poles-at-boise-city-hall [https://idahonews.com/news/local/flag-bill-sponsor-speaks-out-on-rainbow-flag-poles-at-boise-city-hall]  11:40 Record-Low Snowpack Threatens Idaho Farms https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/meridian/its-been-tough-farmers-concerned-about-low-snowpack [https://www.kivitv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/meridian/its-been-tough-farmers-concerned-about-low-snowpack]  13:07 Idaho Teen Wins Congressional Art Competition https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/blackfoot-teen-to-have-artwork-displayed-in-us-capitol-after-winning-district-competition/ [https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/04/blackfoot-teen-to-have-artwork-displayed-in-us-capitol-after-winning-district-competition/]  14:08 Outro