Endangered Species Act Rollbacks: The Interior Department canceled a rule that gave threatened species automatic protections, replacing it with individualized plans and adding economic-impact review—critics warn it could make conservation harder. Idaho Courts & Trans Sports: In a Supreme Court wrap-up, Justice Kavanaugh’s opinion upheld states’ ability to ban transgender girls and women from school sports, with Idaho plaintiffs raising Equal Protection and Title IX arguments. Payette Twins Case: A judge revoked bond for Idaho mother Andrea Shaw, accused of murdering her 18-month-old twins; she blames vaccines, while doctors say that claim doesn’t fit the medical facts. Idaho Abortion Initiative: An abortion-related initiative backed by Idahoans United for Women and Families is set for the November ballot, with debate over what it would actually allow and how it could affect trans-related medical care. Local Governance & Growth: Nampa’s budget and North Idaho’s rapid development both spotlight the strain on infrastructure and services as communities grow. Public Safety: Turner Fire evacuations near Bonners Ferry were downgraded to Level 2 “set” after expanding to about 300 acres. Housing/Utilities: Nampa’s Southshore Subdivision 2 could see water rates more than double under an Idaho Public Utilities Commission request. Sports & Community: Sun Valley and Ketchum honored Wood River Valley Olympic and Paralympic athletes; Tim Cronnelly was named to the IHSAA Hall of Fame.