Morning News: Well Over Half Of The Jobs In Idaho Don’t Pay A Living Wage

Board approves UI offering 2nd year law in Boise – “A proposal approved by the Idaho State Board of Education gives permission for the University of Idaho College of Law to offer second-year students classes in Boise.” Associated Press

Record Early Voter Turnout In Idaho’s Largest County – “Normally, at the start of early voting, Ada County sees 100 to 200 voters each day. Since Monday, they haven’t had a day with less than 800 voters coming to the election office to cast a ballot. “ Boise State Public Radio

Idaho’s low wages and agricultural roots play a role in workers holding multiple jobs – “Sixty-four percent of the jobs in Idaho didn’t pay enough to provide a couple with sufficient income to support themselves and two children in 2011, according to the Idaho Department of Labor. That’s up from 60 percent in 2006. The livable wage for a four-person family was $18.23 an hour in Idaho’s metro areas in 2011. “ Idaho Statesman