Idaho

Washington and Idaho Tackle LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes and Gender-Affirming Care with New Legislation

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Spokane, Washington and Boise, Idaho have taken vastly different approaches when it comes to addressing issues impacting LGBTQ+ communities. The divergent paths taken by lawmakers in these neighboring states highlight the ongoing battles over LGBTQ+ rights and discrimination. Idaho made headlines in its recent legislative session when it passed House Bill 71, a controversial measure that restricts transgender minors from obtaining gender-affirming care. The law, slated to go into effect on January 1, has faced legal challenges over its constitutionality, effectively delaying its enforcement for now. Meanwhile, across the border in Washington, state legislators have … Read more

Judge Sets Tentative Trial Date for Shocking Idaho Murders; Justice Looms in the Horrifying Case

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BOISE, Idaho – A judge in Idaho says that the trial for the murders of a couple, who were found dead in their home last year, could take place as early as next year. The judge made this statement during a court hearing, where the suspects appeared via video conference. The victims, identified as Mark and Cheryl Herbert, were tragically killed in their home on November 17th, 2020. The case has since garnered significant attention from the local community and media outlets. During the hearing, the judge discussed the progress that has been made in … Read more

University of Idaho Law Students File Lawsuit Alleging Discrimination and Hostile Environment

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MOSCOW, Idaho — Three students at the University of Idaho College of Law have recently left the state due to alleged discrimination they faced throughout their enrollment, according to a federal lawsuit. The lawsuit, which was filed initially in September and then again in December, claims that the students, who identify as LGBTQ+ and come from diverse backgrounds, experienced hostility, racial aggressions, and a lack of response from the school in addressing their discrimination complaints. The lawsuit names the university, the state board of education, university President Scott Green, the dean of the law school, … Read more

Judge Orders Partial Release of DNA Records in Idaho Murder Trial, Granting Small Victory to Defense Attorneys

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MOSCOW, Idaho – A judge in Idaho’s 2nd Judicial District has issued a late filing regarding the disclosure of information related to the use of advanced DNA technology. The technology in question is investigative genetic genealogy (IGG), which involves using DNA from a crime scene to build a family tree through online genealogy services. This allows investigators to potentially identify suspects connected to crimes. The judge’s order, posted on a repository of court records, grants the defense attorneys representing the accused, Kohberger, access to some of the requested DNA records. The defense team had been … Read more