In legal battle, Northwest Boise neighbors had argued that the city’s decision to allow the new shelter was “arbitrary and capricious.”

Testimony on House J. Representative Heather Scott, who presented the proposal, argued that the federal government should not make decisions for states, and the

"Rights are unalienable and they come from God and they don't come from government," Scott said in part. "...I don't think marriage is a fundamental right."

Established in 1990, the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards are often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary universe. Being nominated is potentially a career-altering honor. Only one Idaho chef has won a James Beard Award: Kris Komori, co-owner of Kin in downtown Boise.

Established in 1990, the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards are often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary universe. Being nominated is potentially a career-altering honor. Only one Idaho chef has won a James Beard Award: Kris Komori,

Four local chefs have been named semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Awards, often referred to as the "Oscars of the culinary world."Bo