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Can HOAs in Idaho Ban Guns in Common Areas?

(You can watch our video on this topic here or below.) Can HOAs ban firearms in common areas in Idaho? That question came up after an HOA in the Arvory Crest subdivision in Eagle, through its management company, emailed residents announcing a ban on firearms in all common areas. One homeowner shared the email with […]

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In‑N‑Out Sponsors Memorial Golf Tournament for Twin Falls Victim

A group of close friends of Christopher “Toph” Claunch are launching a memorial golf tournament in his honor, with all proceeds going directly to charity. Toph was one of the three victims tragically killed in the Twin Falls In‑N‑Out shooting. From our own conversations with those who knew him best, one thing is clear: Toph […]

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Anti-Gun Event Local News

Caldwell Night Rodeo Enforces “Gun‑Free Zone”

The Caldwell Night Rodeo enforces a gun‑free zone that strips law‑abiding Idahoans of their rights and creates a false sense of security at one of the state’s most iconic community events. For years, the Idaho Second Amendment Alliance has warned that gun‑free zones do not stop violent individuals; they simply disarm the very people who […]

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Event Local News

Music Event in Coeur d’Alene Exposed for Fake “Gun-Free Zone”

A Coeur d’Alene music event, Music at McEuen, has been exposed for its absurd anti‑gun policy thanks to former State Senator and current Republican nominee for State Senate, Scott Herndon. Herndon posted a video on X showing exactly how meaningless the event’s “No Weapons Allowed” rule really is. In the video, he walks straight into […]

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Eagle HOA Imposes California‑Style Gun Ban in “Common Areas”

Idaho is one of the most pro‑gun states in America, but that doesn’t mean anti‑gun policies aren’t creeping in through back channels. Increasingly, gun control isn’t coming from the Legislature. It’s coming from HOAs, management companies, and private bureaucracies that think they can impose California‑style rules on Idaho families. That’s exactly what happened in the […]

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Running Toward Evil: The Courage of Austin James — Why he didn’t hesitate to confront the shooter.

The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance had the rare opportunity to interview Austin James, one of the armed heroes from the Twin Falls In‑N‑Out tragedy, who ran toward gunfire in an effort to stop a killer. James was nearly killed when a round struck his right arm, severing his brachial artery and shattering his humerus bone. […]

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3 Idaho Races Where Gun Owners Should Pay Attention

Idaho has some of the strongest gun laws in the country. But that doesn’t mean gun owners can afford to become complacent. The Idaho Legislature is overwhelmingly Republican, but there are several competitive legislative races on the 2026 ballot. In those races, the outcome could come down to a relatively small number of votes. There […]

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Video: ISAA Asks Western Idaho Fair Security Supervisor About Guns; Sheriff’s Office Clarifies

For more than a decade, the Idaho Second Amendment Alliance has received reports every summer that gun owners are being turned away at the Western Idaho Fair for carrying firearms. Because the fair is operated by Ada County and held on public property, firearm and ammunition regulation is preempted under Idaho’s Firearm Preemption Statute. Despite […]

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Boise Black Rifle Joins ISAA in New Pro‑Gun Raffle Push

The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance is proud to launch our newest raffle, made possible by the incredible team at Boise Black Rifle. We’re especially honored to partner with Boise Black Rifle because they’re not just a gun shop. They’re a company that shows up in the fight to defend gun rights in Idaho. Too many […]

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Local News Politician

Todd Achilles’ Gun Record Raises Serious Questions for Idaho Voters

Former Idaho Democrat lawmaker Todd Achilles is still trying to sell voters on his “I’m an Independent” rebrand. But his latest exposed deception goes straight to your right to keep and bear arms. On his campaign website, Achilles offers the usual “I support the Second Amendment” platitudes. He highlights his military service, clearly hoping voters […]