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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The U.S. Department of Energy has selected the Idaho National Laboratory to help design advanced nuclear reactors for the commercial market. INL Director Mark Peters says the program creates what he calls an ecosystem that national labs are excited to support.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho House Speaker Scott Bedke has drafted a bill to clarify when and how legislation is vetoed. The Idaho Supreme Court ruled earlier this year that Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter's attempt to veto legislation banning historical horse race betting machines was invalid because he didn't complete the veto in time.
NAMPA, Idaho (AP) — A 12th person has filed a tort claim against the Idaho Department Juvenile Corrections claiming sexual abuse during his time at a facility in Nampa. The Idaho Press-Tribune reports the man says he needs psychiatric care because of the center's staff's actions. He is seeking $1.2 million in damages.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A 12-foot Columbian mammoth tusk has been unearthed in Idaho and scientists say more of the fossil skeleton might still be buried at the site. Researchers say the large herbivore lived 72,000 to 200,000 years ago and was about 16 to 19 when it died. Its left tusk was found earlier this year at American Falls Reservoir.
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