Homelessness decreased 3.3% between 2024 and 2025—before Trump made homelessness worse
From the National Homelessness Law Center: Homelessness decreased 3.3% between 2024 and 2025—before Trump made homelessness worse READ MORE
New Idaho housing rules aim to increase density in rapidly growing communities
Lawmakers say the goal is to ease housing shortages while giving builders more flexibility. Supporters believe smaller lots could help create more affordable homes and reduce pressure on farmland as Idaho continues to see strong population growth after the pandemic years. READ MORE
City Club of Boise – Housing Affordability and Supply
LISTEN HERE The most recent Treasure Valley Community Health Needs Assessment identified housing affordability and homelessness as the region’s most pressing challenge. Rising housing costs are not only driving housing instability for residents, but are also emerging as a major constraint for employers, who increasingly struggle to recruit and retain workforce in the Boise area…
A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades. But even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch. READ MORE
Organizations work to help tenants navigate the legal system when problems arise
Between the mix of high housing costs and wages not keeping pace with area rental prices, there is also no shortage of area tenants who find themselves needing assistance in dealing with landlords over a variety of rental disputes. READ MORE on Idaho Business Review
Online book discussion: Dignity: Seeking Respect in Back Row America – 6/17, 7/1, & 7/22
Dignity: Seeking Respect in Back Row America An online book discussion in three sessions: Wednesdays 6/17, 7/1 and 7/22 — Noon to 1:15 pm Join us for a summer discussion of the national bestseller, Dignity: Seeking Respect in Back Row America by Chris Arnade. With stark photo essays and unforgettable true stories, Chris Arnade cuts…
New Trump Rule Puts Millions at Risk of Losing Rental Assistance
The Trump administration is proposing a rule that would upend the way federal rental assistance is administered. By allowing new work requirements for the low-income Americans who receive aid, and more stringent time limits on beneficiaries’ periods of eligibility, some experts believe this move could put millions at risk of losing their housing. READ MORE
New report looks at eviction numbers in the Treasure Valley
Evan Stewart, executive director of Jesse Tree, joined Idaho Matters to take a closer look into the organization’s 2025 Treasure Valley Eviction Report. Listen on Idaho Matters.