Idaho Education: State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield is asking the 2027 Legislature for a $20 million K-12 “operational” funding increase, pitching it as flexible help for districts and charters while acknowledging the political risk of a larger request. Local Government: Meridian killed a proposed “micro-hospital” plan after city council said the access design didn’t meet traffic-code requirements, despite the developer’s argument that the intent was satisfied. Public Safety & Courts: Idaho’s Supreme Court backed revised abortion ballot language, while separate court coverage highlights ongoing legal fights over election rules and public policy. Gun Policy: A coalition of 27 states, including Idaho, urged the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn AR-15-style bans in Illinois and Connecticut, arguing lawmakers can’t redefine constitutional rights by “need.” Community & Remembrance: Boise State and local agencies marked the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with memorial events, including a campus flag installation and airport recognition ceremonies. Missing Persons: Idaho Missing Persons Day is set to mark 25 years since Amber Hoopes’ disappearance, with renewed statewide outreach. Media & Politics: McClatchy’s latest layoffs are hitting Idaho’s newsrooms hard, raising concerns about fewer reporters covering local government and elections.