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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique.

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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique.

Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app.

Make a donation to support the Idaho Matters podcast today.

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Thumbnail for "City Club of Boise celebrates Bea Black's lasting impact on Idaho families".
Thumbnail for "Baking for a cause: Wood River Valley volunteers help feed neighbors in need".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: A new drama, Ken Burns and a rock sing-along".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: November 12, 2025".
Thumbnail for "From Payette to the Hall of Fame: Kellebrew's big-hearted journey".
Thumbnail for "Ketchum small business takes tariff battle to the Supreme Court".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Growth and farming in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: November 7, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Goats to the rescue: Grazing herds battle invasive cheatgrass in Idaho's Sagebrush Steppe".
Thumbnail for "Student-led project saves hundreds of birds in Boise".
Thumbnail for "Idahoans decide on schools, taxes and city leaders in local elections".
Thumbnail for "Goodbye, Russian Olive Trees: Boise works to restore native habitat".
Thumbnail for "Idaho professor helps discover new Uranus moon".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Farming in Idaho - Protecting agriculture communities".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: October 31, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho foodbanks rally to keep families fed amid SNAP shutdown".
Thumbnail for "Love and ghosts collide in Isabel Cañas' latest gothic novel".
Thumbnail for "Folklore and Frights: Unearthing the mysteries of the Pacific Northwest".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: October 29, 2025".
Thumbnail for "From storytelling to symphony: Boise Philharmonic takes lead as city's Cultural Ambassador".
Thumbnail for "New data reveals growing insurances challenges for Idaho residents".
Thumbnail for "'Witness to War:' The remarkable transformation of a soldier turned doctor".
Thumbnail for "Breaking the silence: Men, mental health and society".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Meet the next generation of younger farmers".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Supporting Idaho's emerging farmers".
Thumbnail for "Idaho storytellers hit the big screen in statewide film tour".
Thumbnail for "Beloved Boise Bench figure may soon become a historic landmark: A look at Betty the Washerwoman".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: October 24, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'Stitching Freedom:' A memoire of hope, art and the fight for justice".
Thumbnail for "Idaho loses 35% of OBGYNs after abortion ban takes effect".
Thumbnail for "White-Nose Syndrome threatens bats - A new film tells the story of hope and science".
Thumbnail for "Rachel Linden serves up love and second chances in 'The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake'".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: October 22, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Boise's historic Armory finds new life with River House Ministries".
Thumbnail for "Boise's 'Off Center Dance' awarded grant for bold, high-flying production".
Thumbnail for "'Scandalized' returns with more political drama".
Thumbnail for "Boise awards $120k to celebrate culture, history and art".
Thumbnail for "Boise's LED makes a new home at The Dixon".
Thumbnail for "FBI raids Wilder horse racing facility in alleged gambling investigation".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Urban farmers".
Thumbnail for "The lasting legacy of George Gershwin".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: October 17, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Alan Dershowitz takes the stage in Boise to discuss America's legal landscape".
Thumbnail for "The science behind frog songs".
Thumbnail for "How one nonprofit is using fly fishing to help men navigate cancer".
Thumbnail for "What does it take to live in space? Leading experts answer in Boise this Saturday".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: October 15, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Training and treatment: Full Circle Health marks 50 years of service of in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Building Boise: How one interactive is uniting neighbors and sparking community change".
Thumbnail for "Idaho reflects on America's story as U.S. nears 250 years of independence".
Thumbnail for "Expert sheds light on the shifting landscape of the death penalty in America".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: Meet a farmer".
Thumbnail for "Unchecked abuse: Guards accused of sexually exploiting women in Idaho prisons".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: October 10, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Preparing for the end: Death doulas help families navigate life's final chapter".
Thumbnail for "From pastures to podcasts: Sheepherder's share their stories in a new series".
Thumbnail for "Radical Doubt: An author interview with Dr. Bidhan L. Parmar".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: October 8, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Music to heal the planet: Toni Childs returns to the stage".
Thumbnail for "Supporters defend Idaho's new school choice law amid backlash".
Thumbnail for "The linguists behind Hollywood's alien worlds".
Thumbnail for "Need a breather? This series offers a minute of peace in Idaho's nature".
Thumbnail for "'We Loved to Run:' An author interview with Stephanie Reents".
Thumbnail for "Land and Legacy: How community affects farming and growth".
Thumbnail for "No roads, no problem: How pilots are savings lives in rural Idaho".
Thumbnail for "70 years of care: How nursing has evolved at Boise State University".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: October 3, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Public funds, private schools: Lawsuit targets Idaho's education tax credit".
Thumbnail for "From church to the jukebox: The rise of rock ’n’ roll".
Thumbnail for "How just five minutes a day can boost your health and happiness".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: October 1, 2025".
Thumbnail for "The role lawyers played in the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II".
Thumbnail for "How Idaho ranchers are using new technology".
Thumbnail for "What if there were a bed-and-breakfast for the brokenhearted?".
Thumbnail for "What goes into making a card game".
Thumbnail for "How to get the most out of your doctor visit".
Thumbnail for "New mural highlights the history of parachuting beavers".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: Sept. 26, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho lawmakers face pushback after participating in Israel-sponsored conference".
Thumbnail for "As needs rise and funds shrink, Idaho philanthropy is taking a new approach to giving".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Jimmy Kimmel, a new musical and fall television".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: September 24, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'Feel It All:' Athlete Drew Petersen brings mental health story to Idaho amid concerning suicide rates".
Thumbnail for "A behind-the-scenes look at Opera Idaho's production of 'Sweeney Todd'".
Thumbnail for "Experience raptors up close at the World Center for Birds of Prey".
Thumbnail for "Step back in time at the 16th annual Old Time Farm Day".
Thumbnail for "Nampa mayor will not seek reelection for a third term".
Thumbnail for "Why the job Idaho superintendent is getting harder to fill".
Thumbnail for "Casa is asking you to 'lend your voice' to foster youth in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Boise Bicycle Project works to make Idaho roads safer".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: September 19, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Two best-selling authors share the inspiration behind their work".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: September 17, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Special education parents say kids are falling through the cracks of Idaho schools".
Thumbnail for "New documentary follows the fight for America's public lands".
Thumbnail for "How schools in Idaho are working to feed students as meal debt increases".
Thumbnail for "Latino Conservation Week returns to the Treasure Valley for its fourth year".
Thumbnail for "Idaho program inspires the next generation of women in aviation".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: September 12, 2025".
Thumbnail for "ISU anthropologist, professor and Bigfoot researcher has died".
Thumbnail for "Charlie Kirk's death highlights the rise of violence in American politics".
Thumbnail for "Nonprofit honors those lost on 9/11".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: The Emmys and Downton Abbey returns".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: September 10, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Are Idaho's water systems in need of repair? A new report takes a closer look".
Thumbnail for "Protecting our seniors: Raising awareness of fall prevention".
Thumbnail for "West Nile in Idaho: Why Canyon County is asking for your help".
Thumbnail for "Campfire Stories: Bringing people together through the art of storytelling".
Thumbnail for "A close look at the first school approved under Idaho's new charter school law".
Thumbnail for "Take a trip to space with Astronaut Steve Swanson".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: September 5, 2025".
Thumbnail for "City Club of Boise celebrates 30 years".
Thumbnail for "'Once Upon a Time in Dollywood:' An author interview with Ashley Jordan".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: September 3, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Governing America: The rule of law vs. the Trump Administration".
Thumbnail for "Hemingway seminar returns for 17th year".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 29, 2025".
Thumbnail for "The hidden influence of gravity on our mind and body".
Thumbnail for "Boise Jazz Society brings music to the City of Trees".
Thumbnail for "Exploring the history and art of graveyards".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: August 27, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Boise gearing up for it's first professional soccer club".
Thumbnail for "How to age successfully".
Thumbnail for "Catalyst Arts Collaborative is the place to get creative".
Thumbnail for "A first of its kind agreement between tribes and a proposed Idaho mine".
Thumbnail for "Eating for a health body and a healthy planet".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 22, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Celebrating the creation of the Boulder White Cloud Wilderness".
Thumbnail for "A look inside one Eagle man's massive beer can collection".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Reviews the new movie Honey Don't!".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: August 20, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Helping kids in need: Boise Rescue Mission strives to make a difference".
Thumbnail for "One nonprofits mission to make Shakespeare more accessible".
Thumbnail for "Explore the Mountain West through poetry, stories and art".
Thumbnail for "How will holdbacks affect Idaho's economy?".
Thumbnail for "Take a journey through the Appalachian Trail with Idaho Matters".
Thumbnail for "Expressive Idaho: Passing down the traditional art of horse regalia".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 15, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'Trust your dreams:' How to know when its time for a career change".
Thumbnail for "One grid at a time: Boise photography project captures the city in a new way".
Thumbnail for "Keeping the music alive: The importance of Baroque for our community".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: August 13, 2025".
Thumbnail for "How extreme heat and wildfire smoke is affecting our kids".
Thumbnail for "How the Underground Railroad got its name".
Thumbnail for "Holdbacks and Idaho's economy".
Thumbnail for "Best-selling author Ridley Pearson sits down with Idaho Matters".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 8, 2025".
Thumbnail for "The future of the Voting Rights Act in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "A new series helps kids pick their future careers in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: August 6, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'Pokemon Go meets birding:' The Turkey Tracker program enters its second year".
Thumbnail for "New outpatient mental health program brings vital support to Caldwell adults".
Thumbnail for "'Reclaiming power:' Youth climate group advocates for a clean energy future".
Thumbnail for "Why the city of Boise is mapping urban heat in the Treasure Valley".
Thumbnail for "The legacy of Rosemary Woodruff Leary's counterculture movement".
Thumbnail for "'Out of the Woods:' The story of Shasta Groene".
Thumbnail for "'Before Dorothy:' An author interview with Hazel Gaynor".
Thumbnail for "Expressive Idaho: Weaving together generations with Indigenous handwork".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 1, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Uncovering tragedy: A deep dive into Idaho's troubled coroner system".
Thumbnail for "'Maid for Each Other:' An author interview with Lynn Painter".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: July 30, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Learning at every age: Osher ramps up for its fall semester".
Thumbnail for "New technology helps to treat prostate cancer in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "'Finders Keepers:' An author interview with Sarah Adler".
Thumbnail for "'Bluebird Man:' Remembering one Idahoan's commitment to bird conservation".
Thumbnail for "Making wishes come true for the terminally ill".
Thumbnail for "Idaho judge blocks immigration status checks for HIV treatment".
Thumbnail for "A decade of stories: Take a tour of the Wood River Valley".
Thumbnail for "Expressive Idaho: Passing down the tradition of ranch rodeo".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 25, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Bryan Kohberger sentenced to life in prison".
Thumbnail for "A new book explores the stories of 'Olympic athletes under the radar'".
Thumbnail for "After 10 years, Jaialdi is back!".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: July 23, 2025".
Thumbnail for "A taste of the old country: Tempranillo wine thrives in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Why Idaho could see cuts to the state budget".
Thumbnail for "Why thousands of ladybugs are flying to the mountains".
Thumbnail for "Idaho 44: Clark - The hidden gems of the Gem State".
Thumbnail for "DAR leads reforestation efforts in the wake of Wapiti Fire".
Thumbnail for "An uninvited passenger: Cheatgrass' invasion of the American West".
Thumbnail for "A guide to foraging in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Keeping the history of falconry alive".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 18, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'The Hong Kong Widow:' An author interview with Kristen Loesch".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: July 16, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Go behind the scenes of a local lavender farm in Boise".
Thumbnail for "Nonprofit orchestra brings together musicians of all kinds".
Thumbnail for "Don't fall for the scam: How to know if your contractor is legit".
Thumbnail for "One artist finds new ways to engage the senses".
Thumbnail for "The sound of summer: Students learn the art of Baroque".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 11, 2025".
Thumbnail for "McCall’s Christmas tree is in trouble".
Thumbnail for "Hands-on helpers: Volunteers give the Boise foothills' burn scar a fighting chance".
Thumbnail for "Plastic lumber: Boise State team develops a new method for recycling".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: July 9, 2025".
Thumbnail for "How one Idaho illustrator became an Emmy Award winner".
Thumbnail for "Six small steps: Saint Alphonsus residents work to combat doctor shortage".
Thumbnail for "The Ford Idaho Center could be changing hands".
Thumbnail for "Idaho 44: Nez Perce - A century-old bench's legal legacy".
Thumbnail for "One Idaho woman is bringing cultural appreciation to the pageant stage".
Thumbnail for "Returning to Roe v Wade: Abortion rights ballot initiative starts gathering signatures".
Thumbnail for "A new state law could impact Valley County community".
Thumbnail for "One local organization's dedication to making Idaho more accessible".
Thumbnail for "Boise selected as a finalist in Bloomberg Philanthropies' Mayors Challenge".
Thumbnail for "Idaho's unhoused face rising temperatures".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: July 2, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Bryan Kohberger expected to plead guilty in University of Idaho murders".
Thumbnail for "'Running towards something:' How one nonprofit is helping at-risk youth".
Thumbnail for "Making culinary history: Amano chef wins a James Beard Award".
Thumbnail for "Two firefighters killed in Coeur d'Alene ambush attack".
Thumbnail for "Journey through time and explore Boise's architecture this summer".
Thumbnail for "While monarch butterflies are at risk, Idaho Fish and Game needs your help".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 27, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'First of its kind:' A community paramedic program serves Washington County".
Thumbnail for "The best Idaho trails to hike with your kids".
Thumbnail for "'More than a Market:' Bringing together community and local producers".
Thumbnail for "West Valley Humane Society in need of funds to keep its doors open".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: June 25, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'One woman, one disease, one doctor:' Idaho doctor's dedication to his patients".
Thumbnail for "New program steps out of the hospital and into patients' homes".
Thumbnail for "City of Caldwell faces rising rates from the West Valley Humane Society".
Thumbnail for "Hidden heroes: One Idahoan advocates for military caregivers".
Thumbnail for "Delilah the Ant is here to teach kids gratitude in a new children's book".
Thumbnail for "How Idaho businesses are navigating tariffs".
Thumbnail for "Boise School District releases tort claims totaling millions in damages".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 20, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: June 18, 2025".
Thumbnail for "The physician's caregiver: Idaho doctor advocates for well-being of medical professionals".
Thumbnail for "Navigating division in American politics following the 'No Kings' protest".
Thumbnail for "Minds matter: The importance of brain donation".
Thumbnail for "Planting knowledge: Why it matters where your seeds come from".
Thumbnail for "Idaho's population boom: A new policy brief dives into the state's growth".
Thumbnail for "Students excavate thousands of artifacts in downtown Boise".
Thumbnail for "Local nonprofit puts the power of giving into the hands of Idahoans".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 13, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: June 11, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Beyond the Clinic: One Idaho physician's commitment to community".
Thumbnail for "Boise's lost markets: A look back at old mom and pop shops in the North End".
Thumbnail for "'Howl:' A story of the Rockies most controversial predator".
Thumbnail for "'Making Friends Can Be Murder:' An author interview with Kathleen West".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 6, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: June 4, 2025".
Thumbnail for "The heart whisperer: How one Idaho cardiologist changed the medical landscape".
Thumbnail for "Losing coverage: Mountain West homeowners face an insurance crisis".
Thumbnail for "Celebrating Idaho’s nesting birds at the annual Raptor Fest".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 30, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Economist breaks down the implications of Trump's tariffs".
Thumbnail for "Nature’s nighttime secrets: explore the nocturnal world with naturalist Charles Hood".
Thumbnail for "Keeping history alive: One Idaho club preserves military vehicles".
Thumbnail for "'Unfit Parent:' An author interview with Jessica Slice".
Thumbnail for "Idaho business fears it could be the end if tariffs continue to rise".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 23, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 16, 2025".
Thumbnail for "As the weather's warming up, so is Idaho's food scene!".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: May 14, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters recognized by ACMS with Friend of Medicine Award".
Thumbnail for "Robert Prevost becomes first Pope from the United States".
Thumbnail for "Idaho-Phoenix deal: Has any progress been made?".
Thumbnail for "A new flower is lighting up the night, literally".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 9, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'Wired Differently': Getting diagnosed with ADHD and autism as an adult".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Tariffs, the Met and a political thriller".
Thumbnail for "Doctor Roundtable: A message from Dr. David Pate".
Thumbnail for "Defunding public media: What does this mean for local NPR stations?".
Thumbnail for "What is it like to witness an execution? One former reporter shares his story".
Thumbnail for "'Class Clown:' An author interview with Dave Barry".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 2, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Electing a new Pope: How does the process work?".
Thumbnail for "Public land stewards face new challenges in the wake of federal layoffs".
Thumbnail for "New film heads into the wilderness to explore America's national parks".
Thumbnail for "'The Seven O'Clock Club:' An author interview with Amelia Ireland".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: April 30, 2025".
Thumbnail for "How female inmates are preparing for release by fixing bikes".
Thumbnail for "'Kills Well With Others:' An author interview with Deanna Raybourn".
Thumbnail for "Inciting online terror: The hidden life of Matthew Allison".
Thumbnail for "Inspiration behind the music: An in-studio concert with Curtis Stigers".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 25, 2025".
Thumbnail for "How DOGE cuts could impact Idaho's veteran community".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: The Conners, Andor and latest on streaming subscriptions".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: April 23, 2025".
Thumbnail for "A look back at the life of Pope Francis".
Thumbnail for "Firefighter cancer research put on pause in wake of federal layoffs".
Thumbnail for "Histories most controversial elections".
Thumbnail for "A constitutional scholars opinion: Is President Trump overreaching?".
Thumbnail for "Idaho native leads winning streak on Jeopardy".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 18, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Trying to reduce PFAS or forever chemicals in the environment".
Thumbnail for "The latest on EMTALA and Idaho's abortion laws".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: April 16, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Students take on the role of referee amidst state shortage".
Thumbnail for "Boise Mayor voices concerns over anti-camping law".
Thumbnail for "How one nonprofit is helping kids with rare diseases".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Dance Theatre celebrates 36 years with 'Resonance'".
Thumbnail for "How to help patients with blood cancer".
Thumbnail for "How are Idaho investors dealing with a volatile stock market?".
Thumbnail for "Too much screen time may be causing depression in our kids".
Thumbnail for "The Boise Depot is turning 100!".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 11, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Humanities Council funding cut".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Hacks, Moneyball and The Handmaid's Tale".
Thumbnail for "A new film pulls back the curtain on the world of opera".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: April 9, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Adaptive Easter egg hunt makes holiday fun accessible to all".
Thumbnail for "How is climate change impacting farmworkers?".
Thumbnail for "Idaho's Latina women: Stories of impact and inspiration".
Thumbnail for "Enriching seniors lives through music".
Thumbnail for "Music and connection: The art of belly dancing".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 4, 2025".
Thumbnail for "'It. Goes. So. Fast.:' An author interview with NPR'S Mary Louise Kelly".
Thumbnail for "Getting ahead of Alzheimer’s: What your sense of smell says about your health".
Thumbnail for "Calling all book lovers! It's time for one of Boise's biggest book sales".
Thumbnail for "How would you like go golfing on the moon?".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: April 2, 2025".
Thumbnail for "City of Boise introduces 'Youth Roadmap' to help empower Idaho's young people".
Thumbnail for "High school senior from Payette County wins statewide poetry contest".
Thumbnail for "Strengthening families during Child Abuse Prevention Month".
Thumbnail for "Hells Canyon National Recreation Area celebrates 50 years".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 28, 2025".
Thumbnail for "New restaurants arrive in the Treasure Valley".
Thumbnail for "New study compares historical wildfires to modern-day blazes".
Thumbnail for "Forgotten in history: Woman of Significance".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: A new series, a new movie and Conan O'Brien (again)".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 26, 2025".
Thumbnail for "How one collaborative is addressing Idaho's top health priorities".
Thumbnail for "'Art for a Cause' returns for it's third year".
Thumbnail for "Ada County faces forensic pathologists shortage".
Thumbnail for "Stories of resilience: Nonprofit raises awareness of domestic abuse".
Thumbnail for "'PS: I Hate You:' An author interview with Lauren Connolly".
Thumbnail for "New law alters Medicaid Expansion program".
Thumbnail for "'The Paris Express:' An author interview with Emma Donoghue".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 21, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Killers of the Flower Moon star speaks out about Idaho's public lands".
Thumbnail for "HUD grant termination leaves Idaho nonprofit worried about the future".
Thumbnail for "'Chokepoints:' An author interview with Edward Fishman".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 19, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Adaptive athletes prepare to hit the slopes for a weekend of winter sports".
Thumbnail for "Deputy ambassador to Rwanda comes to Boise".
Thumbnail for "Scandalized brings you another season of political scandals".
Thumbnail for "Stories Unite Us: StoryCorps comes to JUMP in Boise".
Thumbnail for "New legislation could threaten the future of Boise's Interfaith Sanctuary".
Thumbnail for "Widowed women find hope in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "A look at cattle mutilations and rural ranch life".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 14, 2025".
Thumbnail for "Meet the Idaho women who are shaping our community".
Thumbnail for "How one Boise State professor is using video games to teach international relations".
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Oscars, Penguins and The Conners!".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 12, 2025".
Thumbnail for "An exploration of winter: Reimagining the season through art".
Thumbnail for "How Preservation Idaho is making state history more accessible".
Thumbnail for "Hospital improves energy efficiency with sustainable practices".
Thumbnail for "How scientists are using dragonflies to study mercury in our waterways".
Thumbnail for "Explore the world of watercolor at the annual Capitol Rotunda Art Show".
Thumbnail for "Idaho's housing market: What first-time home buyers should know".
Thumbnail for "Could the Treasure Valley be facing future water challenges?".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 7, 2025".
Thumbnail for "A flash from the past: Astronomers search for life in space".
Thumbnail for "Ranchers face uncertain future in the aftermath of wildfires".
Thumbnail for "Rediscovering the 'drowned towns' of the west".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 5, 2025".
Thumbnail for "River sediment study explores the impacts of nitrates and pharmaceuticals in our waterways".
Thumbnail for "Volunteers help restore the landscape after Idaho's Paddock Fire".
Thumbnail for "Several bills could bring change to Medicaid expansion in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Why golden eagle populations are declining in Idaho".
Thumbnail for "'Swept Away:' An author interview with Beth O’Leary".
Thumbnail for "The challenges facing Madagascar's vanilla farmers".
Thumbnail for "The debate over religion and football at Boise State University".
Thumbnail for "Charitable giving: A guide to leaving money to your favorite organizations".
Thumbnail for "How one organization is helping to care for Idaho's elderly".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: February 28, 2025".
Thumbnail for "A look back at Idaho U.S. attorney Josh Hurwit's time in office".
Thumbnail for "Girl Scout cookie season is back!".
Thumbnail for "The lasting impact of Laura Moore Cunningham on Idaho".
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: February 26, 2025".
Thumbnail for "New initiative keeps Idahoans in their homes".
Thumbnail for "Idaho's legislature looks to cut ties with WWAMI program".
Thumbnail for "What role do nonprofits play in disaster relief?".
Thumbnail for "The debate continues as private school tax credit bill awaits Governors decision".
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Thumbnail for "An update in the case of four murdered University of Idaho students".
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As Bird Flu continues to spread experts are becoming more concerned about the…
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Tens of thousands of people signed up to vote on election day in Idaho, and…
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City planning can be confusing; however, Nampa is now making it easier with…
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This is the second week of a trial in Idaho where four women are challenging…
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Will the University of Idaho buy the University of Phoenix? That’s still the…
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One Boise State researcher is studying Grouse DNA to see if they can adapt to a…
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"The concept is really, really simple: you open streets to people and you close…
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University of Idaho Engineering students are helping Bolivian farmers irrigate…
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This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, the law that gives…
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The game of pickleball is sweeping the country and the literary world in a new…
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It was a standard road project in Northern Idaho, but when crews began digging…
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Some Idaho lawmakers have tried to curb or overturn Medicaid expansion as…
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This election wasn't just about who got elected, but how our election system…
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Along the Boise River sits 700 acres of land that supports more than 300 native…
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It’s exactly one week until election day, but tens of thousands of people have…
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Early voting is underway in Idaho and will continue into November.
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“One tries to do what one does best and put it to the extent that … seems…
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Concerns over the security of our election system are top of mind for many…
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Today marks one year since Hamas launched its surprise terrorist attack in…
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Every December, wreaths are placed at each headstone at the Idaho Veterans…
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What's the future of a possible abortion amendment in Idaho?
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Flu deaths in children have gone up dramatically, we find out why.
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Will water from the Columbia and Snake rivers be diverted to California?
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A new podcast is taking a deep dive into some of the political scandals that…
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This weekend, four California condors, born and raised in captivity, will take…
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Idaho Matters takes a look at everything you need to know to vote before the…
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It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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In recent years there has been more focus on our kids mental health, especially…
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New research says climate change has caused toxic metal pollution to double in…
Thumbnail for "New collaboration shows way to get help with ‘insatiable’ prescribed fire need".
Beneficial fire is an essential part of confronting the wildfire crisis. But…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: September 18, 2024".
According to a new report, more than 5.5 million women in the U.S. live in…
Thumbnail for "Reporter resigns after using AI to make up quotes".
Newsrooms around the country are talking about how to use AI in the wake of a…
Thumbnail for "Idaho decision 2024: Breaking down voter registration".
2024 marks a historic election year with lots of focus on, not just who gets…
Thumbnail for "Celebrating Latino Conservation Week".
Protecting our environment is important, especially if we want to continue to…
Thumbnail for "'Telling the stories of women's lives' with Elizabeth Gilbert".
Author Elizabeth Gilbert sat down with Idaho Matters to talk about her journey…
Thumbnail for "Idaho mom fights to improve dyslexia legislation and literacy in Idaho".
Idaho Mom Robin Zikmund knew her son was different at an early age. While his…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: September 13, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "'Preconceived:' An inside look at crisis pregnancy centers".
Since Roe v. Wade was effectively overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court, putting…
Thumbnail for "Why Idaho pet rescues need your support".
Across the country, animal shelters are finding themselves in need of support…
Thumbnail for "How farmers are implementing climate-smart practices in Idaho".
Idaho Matters sits down with a panel of local farmers and organizations to find…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: September 11, 2024".
Idaho Matters takes a look at the latest health news in Idaho and beyond.
Thumbnail for "Using less of the Colorado River takes a willing farmer and $45 million in federal funds".
Some experts say the System Conservation Pilot Program, or SCPP, is costly and…
Thumbnail for "Nevada conservationists work to protect rare wildflower losing habitat to development".
This is the time of year when wildflowers are coloring fields and forests…
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit space? Well, Dr. Steve…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Decision 2024: Preparing for election season".
2024 marks a historic election year with lots of focus on, not just who gets…
Thumbnail for "Creating greener health systems in Idaho".
As hospitals strive to reduce their footprint, Idaho Matters visits with one…
Thumbnail for "How do scientists measure voter emotions?".
As the debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala…
Thumbnail for "The Climate Crisis: Creating change with hope".
Figuring out where to start when it comes to tackling climate change can be…
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Climate change can damage your mental health. That’s led to a nationwide rise…
Thumbnail for "Thriving ecosystems revealed in wake of shrinking reservoir".
Water levels in Lake Powell are at record lows as the Colorado River is…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: September 6, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Idaho’s premiere Paralympian visits Morning Edition from Paris".
“We utilize sports as the model to show that anything is possible.”
Thumbnail for "Local program provides free dental care to underserved communities".
When we think about taking care of our health, dental hygiene isn't usually the…
Thumbnail for "How a new movement is working to support our first responders".
First responders can face huge obstacles on the job, both physical and mental,…
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Fall can mean a lot of things, but in terms of what to watch, it's football,…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: September 4, 2024".
As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the World Health Organization and Palestinian…
Thumbnail for "Trump vs. Harris: A look ahead at the presidential election".
The campaign for the United States head of government is in its final push as…
Thumbnail for "Local nonprofit commemorates those lost on 9/11".
Next week, communities around the country will come together in honor of those…
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We’ve heard many stories of what happened after the Japanese attack on Pearl…
Thumbnail for "Making a house a home: Nonprofit works to provide essential items".
There are many things that go into making a house a home, something that the…
Thumbnail for "Art in the Park returns for its 70th year".
If you're looking for art in downtown Boise, you won't have to search very…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 30, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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When it comes to period products, tampons are one of the most popular, but…
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This October the annual Idaho Women's Charitable Foundation Symposium will be…
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When it comes to our well-being, maintaining good mental health is crucial.…
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When it comes to learning, there is no age limit. Which is why the programs…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: August 28, 2024".
Earlier this month, the World Health Organization declared Mpox a public health…
Thumbnail for "Boise Baroque Orchestra wraps up summer music festival".
This weekend the Boise Baroque Orchestra will be wrapping up their four-week…
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Love can find you in the most unexpected of places, even in the afterlife.
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In the Gem State, one coach is focused on breaking down barriers, especially…
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Inspiration can come from the most unlikely of places, but when you're working…
Thumbnail for "'When the Night Comes Falling:' An author interview with Howard Blum".
In the early morning hours of November 13, 2022, the small town of Moscow,…
Thumbnail for "'Wild and Distant Seas:' An author interview with Idaho author Tara Karr Roberts".
Imagine a minor character in the classic novel "Moby Dick" getting her own…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 23, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Your favorite Albertsons could be changing hands".
Ten Albertsons stores will be sold to C&S Wholesale Grocers if the merger with…
Thumbnail for "Support groups for people anxious about climate change are on the rise. Do they help?".
Climate change can damage your mental health. That’s led to a nationwide rise…
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Exciting new previews and iconic legends".
With fall just around the corner, so are the new seasons of our favorite…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: August 21, 2024".
As a new, more dangerous strain of the Mpox virus continues to spread, the…
Thumbnail for "The Boise Comic Arts Festival returns for its 12th year".
This Saturday, the Boise Comic Arts Festival is returning for a weekend full of…
Thumbnail for "'When Knowing Comes:' An author interview with Kelly Green".
In her newest book, "When Knowing Comes," author Kelly Green tackles a…
Thumbnail for "University of Idaho to dedicate new healing garden".
As students head back to school for the fall semester, the University of Idaho…
Thumbnail for "St. Michael's celebrates 160 years of community building".
In 1864, Reverend Saint Michael Fackler arrived in Boise, performing the first…
Thumbnail for "How the railroad popularized Yellowstone National Park".
In the late 19th century, Yellowstone became the first national park in…
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If you're looking for a smart emotional love story that packs a big punch, then…
Thumbnail for "Using less of the Colorado River takes a willing farmer and $45 million in federal funds".
Some experts say the System Conservation Pilot Program, or SCPP, is costly and…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 16, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "A breakdown of the challenges facing Idaho healthcare workers".
Idaho healthcare providers are facing critical challenges, from threats to…
Thumbnail for "Empowering underserved communities through yoga".
One Idaho nonprofit is using the power of yoga and movement to help those in…
Thumbnail for "Deli Days returns with a new name".
It's been seven years since the last "Deli Days," but this year the festival is…
Thumbnail for "'Mettlework:' An author interview with Jessica E. Johnson".
In a new memoir, award-winning author Jessica E. Johnson is delving into her…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: August 14, 2024".
Africa has declared a public health emergency as a new strain of the Mpox virus…
Thumbnail for "A new podcast tackles the challenges of parenting".
A new podcast is taking a look at some of the challenges families come up…
Thumbnail for "Mayor McLean makes her pick for Boise's next Chief of Police".
After a months-long search, Mayor Lauren McLean has selected Chris Dennison as…
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With 77 large wildfires burning in the United States, there is lots of smoke in…
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As our cities continue to grow, so too does our need for green spaces.
Thumbnail for "'Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger:' An author interview with Peter Young".
In 1997, everything was falling into place for Peter Young. From the outside,…
Thumbnail for "'The Weight of Nature:' An author interview with Clayton Page Aldern".
The earth's changing climate, from hotter days to more dangerous weather…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 9, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "How a school uniform is changing the lives of girls in Africa".
Back in 2017, one Idaho native started a school project that would later become…
Thumbnail for "'Jackpot Summer:' An author interview with Elyssa Friedland".
When one family wins a fortune, they assume it will change their lives, and it…
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With all the smoke in the air, many people are hunkering down at home for the…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: August 7, 2024".
COVID-19 cases are continuing to rise all across the United States, with…
Thumbnail for "Former Meridian mayor shares the harrowing story of her daughters false imprisonment".
Imagine sending your child off on an adventure to a foreign country and waiting…
Thumbnail for "Boise implements free breakfast program for all students".
It can be hard to focus on an empty stomach, which is why, starting in the…
Thumbnail for "How pay-to-play fees may impact Caldwell students".
Last month, the Caldwell School Board approved a $100 pay-to-play athletic fee.…
Thumbnail for "This Idaho sports scholar says the Olympics aren’t all fun and games".
“If you understand the rhythm of international sport, you can come to know…
Thumbnail for "Idaho feds to-do list: Target elder abuse and cripple the state's most infamous gang".
“We’re very proud of the work that’s occurring in our office; and we have some…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: August 2, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "What Blaine County is doing to address climate change".
Blaine County has officially completed its first climate action plan, with…
Thumbnail for "Tips to prepare your kids for the first day of school".
As families get ready for a new school year, many are settling back into a…
Thumbnail for "Idaho prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence".
As the country gets closer to celebrating 250 years of independence, many…
Thumbnail for "The Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival returns for its 33rd year".
Over the next few days, the road to one of Idaho's smallest towns will be busy…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: July 31, 2024".
Cases of COVID19 are on the rise both here in Idaho and in other areas of the…
Thumbnail for "An economic outlook: Here's how Idaho is doing so far".
Idaho Matters sits down with an expert for an economic update, taking a closer…
Thumbnail for "How a new coalition is working to restore access to abortion care".
In the two years following Idaho's near-total abortion ban, a new coalition has…
Thumbnail for "Why are people in Idaho hesitant to buy electric vehicles?".
A lack of available charging stations has kept many from buying an EV,…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Botanical Garden makes big plans for the future".
This summer, the Idaho Botanical Garden celebrated a special anniversary and…
Thumbnail for "How Idaho youth are working to reduce heat in urban areas".
Earlier this month, weather sensors were placed throughout one Boise…
Thumbnail for "Accessibility improvements begin on Hillside to Hollow Reserve".
Last week, work began in the foothills to make improvements to the popular…
Thumbnail for "Why Bombay Beach is facing an uncertain future".
An hour north of the Mexico border and 30 miles from the Coachella valley lies…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 26, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Officials begin drawdown at Lucky Peak Lake".
This week, levels at Lucky Peak began to lower in preparation of a new project…
Thumbnail for "Breaking down Biden's withdrawal and the emergence of VP Harris".
The presidential election was turned upside down when President Joe Biden…
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You may have noticed we've had a lot of presidential politics going on lately,…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: July 24, 2024".
While we still struggle with cases of COVID-19 and its variants many are…
Thumbnail for "Has Biden's decision to step down engaged new voters?".
Idaho Matters hears from Dr. Sam Martin, the Frank and Bethine Church Endowed…
Thumbnail for "How Mandela Washington fellows are making a difference".
Last month, many of Africa's leaders arrived in Idaho to take part in the…
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For nearly 30 years, The Cabin has served as a literary hub, bringing people…
Thumbnail for "Breaking down barriers to animal migration in Idaho".
Before humans came to Idaho, animals migrated across the state without barriers…
Thumbnail for "President Biden steps down: What's next for Idaho and the nation".
On Sunday, President Joe Biden announced he would no longer be running for a…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 19, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "How the Bench Lake Fire is impacting popular summer recreation spots".
One week ago, a wildfire broke out eight miles south of Stanley, next to…
Thumbnail for "Idahoans travel to Montana for abortion care".
Between 2022 and 2023 the number of Idahoans traveling to Montana for abortion…
Thumbnail for "Former BYRDS cyclist competes in the Tour de France".
This weekend, cyclists from around the world will compete in the last two…
Thumbnail for "Remembering Idaho Sen. Frank Church nearly 100 years after his birth".
Next week marks 100 years since the birth of Idaho Sen. Frank Church.
Thumbnail for "A new film explores the issue of ranked choice voting".
Idahoans will be considering an open primaries initiative this November, which…
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More than 20 years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the United States,…
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Idaho Matters sat down with the states new Health and Welfare director to talk…
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It is once again legal to give someone a ticket for sleeping or camping on…
Thumbnail for "Addressing Alzheimer's in Idaho".
Here in Idaho there are nearly 30,000 people living with Alzheimer's, a disease…
Thumbnail for "Snake River Stampede returns to Nampa".
This year marks the 109th anniversary of the Snake River Stampede Rodeo!
Thumbnail for "Idaho athlete aims to compete in 2024 Paralympics".
A Boise native and Bishop Kelly High School graduate could be heading to the…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 12, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "New collaboration shows way to get help with ‘insatiable’ prescribed fire need".
Beneficial fire is an essential part of confronting the wildfire crisis. But…
Thumbnail for "Could making schools phone-free improve our kids mental health?".
Across the country, many parents and educators are struggling with the same…
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If you're hoping to stay out of the heat, a good movie or series may be the…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: July 10, 2024".
The level of COVID-19 is up in Boise, at least according to the spike of the…
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When a power line falls and sparks a wildfire that burns through homes and…
Thumbnail for "Extreme heat poses risk to Idaho's unhoused".
With an excessive heat warning in place through Saturday, many people are…
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Last year, a law went into effect, expanding the rights of pregnant workers…
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“We know, especially as we’ve looked at the GOP party platform, they intend to…
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This weekend, Opera in the Park is returning to downtown Boise for an evening…
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In March of 2021 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Nampa was…
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It’s now legal again to give someone a ticket for sleeping or camping on public…
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When it comes to making memories, there's no better place to do so than summer…
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When you think of fast-growing industries in Idaho, you might think of tech…
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While Yellowstone seems like a summer playground, it's home to a lot of seismic…
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A look back at the lives of two remarkable women who changed the course of…
Thumbnail for "Why author Patrick Hinds is embracing failure".
You may know Patrick Hinds as one of the voices behind the tremendously…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: July 3, 2024".
This summer many U.S. citizens are planning trips aboard. In fact, more people…
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With the use of technology, more people than ever are being tricked out of…
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When conditions are just right, the dark night sky can light up with a ribbon…
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Idaho Matters takes a look at a couple of cases that will have profound effects…
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Over the years Optimist Youth Football has coach more than 70,000 young…
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Every day, thousands of people drive Highway 55, but with new construction…
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A new Ada County Ballot Verifier is giving voters a chance to drill into…
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The federal government is sending billions of dollars to farms, cities, and…
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Following May's failed levy, the Caldwell School District has been left to make…
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“Most people start thinking about fireworks on July 1st. Our family starts…
Thumbnail for "How will the EMTALA decision impact doctors and patients in Idaho?".
The U.S. Supreme Court decided Thursday to send a lawsuit over Idaho's abortion…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 28, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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It's no secret that the city of Boise has some ambitious climate goals, which…
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When wolves were reintroduced into the Gem State almost 30 years ago, there…
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A few years ago, a Boise State University student uploaded a video on TikTok…
Thumbnail for "What role do bumblebees play in Idaho?".
Summertime means flowers, and flowers mean bumblebees!
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: June 26, 2024".
Bird flu continues to be a problem around the country and in Idaho, where at…
Thumbnail for "'River Ask Me Why:' An author interview with Shaun Griffin".
For some folks approaching their 65th birthday, it might be time to retire,…
Thumbnail for "'My Lady Jane:' A new tv series gives history a rewrite".
Many people may remember Lady Jane Grey as England's shortest ruling monarch,…
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Those who try to stop or manage devastating wildland fires spend most of their…
Thumbnail for "For Idaho workers, Teton Pass collapse steals hours and hours of personal time".
The alternate route connecting Idaho and Wyoming takes nearly three hours one…
Thumbnail for "As Caldwell grows the city plans for the future".
Caldwell is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Since 2000, the…
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Next week is the Fourth of July holiday weekend, which means lots of people…
Thumbnail for "An update on Micron's Boise expansion".
Out in Southeast Boise, eleven cranes and hundreds of workers are building…
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Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, pharmacist Sabrina Sherwood was standing in…
Thumbnail for "Caldwell's 'John C. Rice House' gets ready for a big move".
This weekend one historic home will be making a big move.
Thumbnail for "Boise River opens this week for 2024 float season".
As temperatures heat up, people are looking for ways to cool down, and what…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 21, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Food insecurity spikes in Idaho".
Since last year, the number of people in Idaho experiencing food insecurity has…
Thumbnail for "Studying how does drought impact forests in Idaho".
A diverse group of researchers led by the University of Idaho are coming…
Thumbnail for "Bruneau Dunes State Park designated International Dark Sky Park".
After nine years of hard work, Bruneau Dunes State Park south of Boise has been…
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This is the time of year when wildflowers are coloring fields and forests…
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The Christian nationalist movement is growing in America, particularly in…
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Transitioning to electric vehicles – or EVs – is much more complicated than…
Thumbnail for "From war-torn Iraq to Boise, this refugee says World Refugee Day ‘is like my birthday’".
“The feeling of freedom … the feeling of humanity. The feeling to be American…
Thumbnail for "Raising awareness of elder abuse in Idaho".
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, a time set aside to help the one in ten…
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Many areas of Boise have a rich history, but one in particular has a very…
Thumbnail for "What happened at Idaho's GOP Convention".
Over the weekend, Dorothy Moon was reelected as Idaho's Republican Party…
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As summer gets underway and temperatures continue to rise many people are…
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BoiseDev.com has become known for reporting about all things development, but…
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Nearly two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and removed…
Thumbnail for "Idaho abortion ban opponents: Lawmakers are still disrespecting many faiths.".
“In Idaho… the anti-abortion movement has chosen to give authority to a very…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: June 14, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Tensions rise between Ranchers and conservationists over wolf restoration project".
A string of wolf attacks on livestock in Colorado's high country has become a…
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The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act expired on Friday, June 7, leaving many…
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If you've ever had a question about one of the summer's most popular songbirds,…
Thumbnail for "'When Beavers Flew:' Teaching kids about Idaho's unique history".
It was nine years ago when we first brought you the story of parachuting…
Thumbnail for "'The Heirloom:' An author interview with Jessie Rosen".
Jessie Rosen's newest novel takes readers on a globe-trotting adventure to…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: June 12, 2024".
Avian influenza outbreaks have continued to spread, a new group of people now…
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Almost two years ago, five retirees got together to have a little fun and make…
Thumbnail for "Boise State program provides telescopes to classrooms across Idaho".
The Idaho night sky will soon have many new observers thanks to a grant from…
Thumbnail for "Managing wild horses in the Mountain West".
Current estimates suggest more than 70,000 wild horses and burros roam the…
Thumbnail for "Could elk feedgrounds be leaving Wyoming?".
Some Western states choose to feed elk occasionally, but Wyoming has the…
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The American dream has been shaped by many different voices, a countless number…
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Calling all Jane Austen fans - we've got a modern retelling of "Sense and…
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FBI agents speak out about the 1992 Ruby Ridge standoff.
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It was back in 1984 when Muzzie Braun and his wife launched the popular Braun…
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It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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Wind energy is a big part of the transition from fossil fuels. But that comes…
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Have you ever thought about abandoning it all and prioritizing yourself? That's…
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As one of the oldest art forms, weaving has place in many cultures.
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How big is an asteroid? It's not like you can just run out with a tape measure…
Thumbnail for "Upcoming panel offers tools to help support the mental health of Idaho youth".
Idaho is seeing what many say is a youth mental health crisis. Which is why a…
Thumbnail for "Using less of the Colorado River takes a willing farmer and $45 million in federal funds".
Some experts say the System Conservation Pilot Program, or SCPP, is costly and…
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Have you ever seen someone crying in public? Well, Brandon Stosuy has, and he's…
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The city of Weiser is hoping to transform its park land to create a space that…
Thumbnail for "Shed hunt season opener draws hundreds of Cowboy State residents".
The rush, chaos and competition still defined the annual shed hunt, but vehicle…
Thumbnail for "What's at stake as Idaho evaluates mussel eradication effort".
One estimate says a quagga mussel infestation would cost the Pacific Northwest…
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The award-winning novel "The Guncle" has returned, reuniting us with our…
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Approximately half of all Americans will go through menopause. However, it…
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It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
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The Intermountain Bird Observatory turns 30 and you can help them celebrate by…
Thumbnail for "Idaho mom fights to improve dyslexia legislation and literacy in Idaho".
Idaho Mom Robin Zikmund knew her son was different at an early age. While his…
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Meridian Canine Rescue has a new home and is expanding its mission.
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: May 29, 2024".
We look at brain worms, brain amoebas and bird flu.
Thumbnail for "Looking on the bright side with best-selling author Kristan Higgins".
Kristan Higgins has a new book out.
Thumbnail for "Cutting down juniper trees to save sage grouse".
A gigantic project is cutting down thousands of juniper trees in Idaho to…
Thumbnail for "Two small snails are disappearing from Idaho rivers".
Conservationists want to save two small snails to help protect rivers in the…
Thumbnail for "Fish and wildlife officials help restore population of iconic trout in eastern Nevada river".
With the habitat shrinking for Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, fish and wildlife…
Thumbnail for "'The Bump:' An author interview with Sidney Karger".
Sidney Karger is back with his latest novel, "The Bump."
Thumbnail for "'Microjoys:' An author interview with Cyndie Spiegel".
Author Cyndie Spiegel's book, "Microjoys: Finding Hope When Life is Not Okay"…
Thumbnail for "'No Filter:' An honest conversation with Paulina Porizkova".
A glimpse inside the life of Paulina Porizkova.
Thumbnail for "Carter Bays sits down to discuss his debut novel".
Carter Bays joined Idaho Matters to talk about his debut novel, "Mutual…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 24, 2024".
We look at all the news that made headlines this week.
Thumbnail for "Caldwell police are using a new tool to fight crime".
Caldwell police are using the Flock system to track gunshots in the city.
Thumbnail for "An update on Boise's Orange Hefty Bag Recycling Program".
Boise's Orange Bag Program started in 2018 and we check in to see how it's…
Thumbnail for "Valley Regional Transit makes changes to improve service to bus riders".
Valley Regional Transit is changing things up with new routes and new ways to…
Thumbnail for "KYMfest aims to heal hearts and minds in Nampa".
KYMfest was founded to honor Kymberlee Larsen who died six years ago.
Thumbnail for "Primary election recap with Idaho Matters".
We break down who won and who lost and what it means for Idaho.
Thumbnail for "Is our democracy under threat?".
Abraham Lincoln warned of internal threats to our democracy. The latest…
Thumbnail for "Travel back in time to the outlaw days of Idaho".
A new show on Idaho Public Television looks at Idaho's outlaw past.
Thumbnail for "How one nonprofit is giving back with some paint and hard work".
Next month, homes across the Treasure Valley will be getting a makeover as…
Thumbnail for "Will President Joe Biden protect the Owyhee Canyonlands?".
Some are encouraging President Biden to make part of the Owyhee Canyonlands…
Thumbnail for "The impact of climate-fueled fires on homeowners".
Wildfires and other climate-fueled disasters are straining insurance markets.
Thumbnail for "A new tool will help Ada County provide greater election transparency".
A new tool, called the Ada County Ballot Verifier, will save time, provide…
Thumbnail for "Helping Idaho refugees find a sense of place through birding".
Learning about the birds that live in and around Boise gives young refugees a…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 17, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "University of Idaho to open new center focusing on women's health and nutrition".
The Gem State will soon have a new biomedical center focusing strictly on…
Thumbnail for "New exhibit at the Idaho State Museum sheds light on the experiences of Japanese Americans".
After Japan attacked Pearl Harbor during World War II, the lives of Japanese…
Thumbnail for "Weddings are big business in Las Vegas, and could be more so during some April 'specialty dates'".
Weddings on unusual dates, such as ones with patterns — think 12/31/23, which…
Thumbnail for "Owyhee Elementary could soon become an Early Childhood Learning Center".
As the demand for early childhood education grows, the Boise School District is…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: May 15, 2024".
There's a new COVID-19 variant and experts are saying we could see a rise in…
Thumbnail for "Special Olympics Idaho athletes to compete in 2024 State Summer Games".
For more than 50 years, Special Olympics Idaho has been empowering those with…
Thumbnail for "Coming in Clutch: Amidst anti-trans laws, Nampa club shows up for LGBTQ+ youth".
As Idaho criminalizes gender affirming care for minors and passes a slew of…
Thumbnail for "City Club event explores issue of access through storytelling".
A group of high school students is studying the idea of access as a human…
Thumbnail for "How one school is using local food systems to teach critical thinking".
How do you teach critical thinking to high school students? Most schools might…
Thumbnail for "Veterans serving prison time help to refurbish bikes for Nampa community".
For years now, the Nampa Bicycle Project has been giving back to the community…
Thumbnail for "Local nonprofit grants the wishes of terminally ill Idahoans".
Here in Idaho, one group is helping to make the wishes of terminally ill adults…
Thumbnail for "College of Idaho to host candidate forum ahead of primary election".
Idaho's primary is set for next Tuesday, and every seat in the Idaho…
Thumbnail for "What kind of impact does the health care system have on our climate?".
Across the globe, people are feeling the impact of climate change, not just in…
Thumbnail for "'Telling the stories of women's lives' with Elizabeth Gilbert".
Author Elizabeth Gilbert sat down with Idaho Matters to talk about her journey…
Thumbnail for "New survey reveals insight into the experience of Idaho moms".
Almost 40% of mothers in Idaho say they feel tired or burned out; for working…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 10, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "A new ambassador joins the World Center for Birds of Prey".
South of Boise, 22 very special ambassadors live together in a sprawling…
Thumbnail for "Boise State professor undertakes study to reduce risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome".
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is never an easy subject to talk about, but it is…
Thumbnail for "New facility helps to fill the gap in Idaho foster care".
Every kid deserves a place to call home, but for years now, Idaho has been…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: May 8, 2024".
Idaho Matters takes a look at the latest updates in the spread of the Avian flu.
Thumbnail for "Musical group 'Celtic Woman' comes to Boise".
You've seen them on PBS, and you've heard them perform all over the globe, they…
Thumbnail for "Idaho students encourage people to reduce their plastic use".
The choice to use a plastic bag may seem like a small one, but it has big…
Thumbnail for "Outrage over a local comic highlights ski town tensions".
A recent incident involving a Lift Lines comic and a parking loophole in Teton…
Thumbnail for "An inside look at the life of an avalanche rescue dog".
Ski season is winding down, but training exercises are going on now for dogs…
Thumbnail for "The fight for immunity: Breaking down Donald Trump's trial".
It was just about two weeks ago when the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in…
Thumbnail for "Wyoming sanctuary provides new home for dogs coming from the West Bank".
In the news, we hear daily about the suffering in Gaza. The crisis touches all…
Thumbnail for "Why more horses are showing up in the White River National Forest".
The White River National Forest in western Colorado uses a variety of methods…
Thumbnail for "Celebrating Idaho's archeological history".
When it comes to Idaho history, there's one group that will always be happy to…
Thumbnail for "How the 'Project Safe Neighborhood' initiative is protecting Idaho communities".
Recently, three people were sentenced to prison in Idaho for possessing illegal…
Thumbnail for "Nonprofit provides mental health resources to Idaho families".
When it comes to supporting our children's mental health, it can be hard to…
Thumbnail for "ACHD to make improvements to Five Mile Overpass".
Every day thousands of people use the Five Mile Overpass to commute. It's the…
Thumbnail for "How one dance company is 'SOARING'".
For more than a decade, the Open Arms Dance Project has been bringing people of…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: May 3, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "How climate change is impacting snow melt".
Just like water managers here in Idaho, officials in the seven states that use…
Thumbnail for "A conversation about recent free speech topics in Idaho".
Speech: it can define us as much as divide us. And Idaho, it appears, has found…
Thumbnail for "High school plant sales give Boise horticulture students a chance to show off".
High school plant sales are a great way to deck out your garden while helping…
Thumbnail for "'Life Worth Living:' An author interview with Ryan McNally".
Have you ever asked yourself the question, What makes a good life? Well, some…
Thumbnail for "Are wolves becoming a new tourism attraction in the Mountain West?".
Months after wolves were reintroduced to the Colorado landscape, they’re…
Thumbnail for "A film being shot in Cody, Wyoming hopes to prove the case for a state-wide film incentive".
For the past two years, Wyoming tourism advocates have tried to pass a film…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: May 1, 2024".
We tackle Bird Flu, whooping cough in North Idaho and EMTALA at the U.S.…
Thumbnail for "Remembering Harriet Beecher Stowe and Harriet Tubman".
A look back at the lives of two remarkable women who changed the course of…
Thumbnail for "Why author Patrick Hinds is embracing failure".
You may know Patrick Hinds as one of the voices behind the tremendously…
Thumbnail for "Exploring the plants of Craters of the Moon".
Despite its hot and rocky terrain the Craters of the Moon National Monument has…
Thumbnail for "'Sex, Lies and Sensibility:' An author interview with Nikki Payne".
Calling all Jane Austen fans - we've got a modern retelling of "Sense and…
Thumbnail for "Finding Basque history in the trees of Idaho".
Throughout Idaho, there is a rich history of Basque culture, a piece of which…
Thumbnail for "The secret life of migrating birds".
Though Idaho is still experiencing a bit of cold weather, the song of migrating…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 26, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "'Becoming Madam Secretary:' An author interview with Stephanie Dray".
New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Dray is back with a look at one of…
Thumbnail for "Tips for supporting children with ADHD".
With ADHD and other diagnoses on the rise, today's youth are experiencing…
Thumbnail for "'Kingdom Keepers Inheritance:' An author interview with Ridley Pearson".
New York Times bestselling author Ridley Pearson is back with his latest…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: April 24, 2024".
Last month Saltzer Health officially closed their doors, leaving many…
Thumbnail for "The creative process of author V.E. Schwab".
Vampires, magic, faustian bargains author Victoria Schwab has written about it…
Thumbnail for "How are climate change and an aging infrastructure affecting wildfire risk?".
A deep dive into Pacific Gas and Electric and the Paradise Fire in California.
Thumbnail for "'Once Persuaded, Twice Shy:' An author interview with Melodie Edwards".
Jane Austen's classic second change romance novel, "Persuasion" is getting a…
Thumbnail for "'HBCU Made:' A conversation with Ayesha Rascoe".
Before Ayesha Rascoe started her career as a political reporter, she was a…
Thumbnail for "'Spinning Tea Cups:' An author interview with Alexandra Teague".
University of Idaho professor Alexandra Teague is out with her latest work and…
Thumbnail for "Supreme Court to weigh in on abortion care in Idaho".
On Wednesday, April 24, the U.S. Supreme Court will take up an Idaho case that…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 19, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Gives works to support local nonprofits".
Every year the Idaho Nonprofit Center organizes what's known as Idaho Gives.…
Thumbnail for "Kevin Bacon returns to Payson High for a special farewell".
A high school in our region will get some Hollywood glitz for prom day this…
Thumbnail for "The Declaration of Independence: The history and legacy".
The Declaration of Independence is a defining document in the birth of the…
Thumbnail for "How some Idahoans are responding to new voter registration laws".
Last week, the Idaho Supreme Court ruled that student IDs can't be used to vote…
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: A drama, a biopic and a new series".
If you're looking for something to watch this weekend, we have a variety of…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: April 17, 2024".
A disease caused by rats is on the rise and when is the best time to get the…
Thumbnail for "Nonprofit encourages cultural exchange through art".
Next week, a new exhibit will be coming to Idaho, sharing images and stories…
Thumbnail for "Classical guitarist Jack Sanders comes to Idaho".
For more than 30 years, the Piatigorsky Foundation has been providing…
Thumbnail for "The Boise Philharmonic welcomes a new executive director".
This May, the Boise Philharmonic will be welcoming a new executive director.
Thumbnail for "Supporting the mental health of Idaho youth with upstream prevention".
Across the United States, kids are struggling with their mental health and here…
Thumbnail for "Managing flooding on the Boise River Greenbelt".
As the weather warms up, snow is melting and water is filling up the Boise…
Thumbnail for "'The Weight of Nature:' An author interview with Clayton Page Aldern".
The earth's changing climate, from hotter days to more dangerous weather…
Thumbnail for "Solutions to increasing energy in the West".
As the need for energy grows across the West and more focus is being shifted to…
Thumbnail for "Creating safe places for children with HOPE".
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and as part of bringing more awareness…
Thumbnail for "'Kid Lightning' brings a unique story to the stage".
Award winning arts organization LED is back with two performances of Kid…
Thumbnail for "Why Idaho students are advocating for wolves in a new documentary".
A new film being made in Idaho, "Children of the Wolves," features a group of…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 12, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "How do you solve a problem like a new production of The Sound of Music? Look at it through a modern lens".
“Every good story has an internal, mysterious problem and an outside problem…
Thumbnail for "From Yellowstone to the Bundys, this new book reconsiders the toxicity of our modern myths".
Betsy Gaines Quammen, who chronicled the infamy of the Bundy family in the…
Thumbnail for "How some groups are using indigenous science to restore ecosystems".
Scientists are finding that some landscapes can come back on their own after…
Thumbnail for "Local book service offers new way for Idahoans to explore the world of literature".
Books open different realities, and that's something everyone should have…
Thumbnail for "How one small instrument has inspired generations of Idahoans".
For more than 30 years, the harmonica has played an important role in Yellow…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: April 10, 2024".
The World Health Organization is reporting there's an upswing in diphtheria…
Thumbnail for "A look back at the 2024 legislative session with Rep. Brooke Green".
Today is supposed to be the last day of the 2024 Idaho legislature.
Thumbnail for "How Idaho native Cristy 'Code Red' Nickle is making a big comeback".
This Friday the new documentary "Code Red: Diaries of Madness" will be…
Thumbnail for "Nonprofit helps to support local food producers with new restaurant".
City of Good is a Boise-based nonprofit that works to build a sustainable food…
Thumbnail for "Final jury selection made in Chad Daybell trial".
A jury has been picked for the Chad Daybell murder trial, being whittled down…
Thumbnail for "A breakdown of Donald Trump's Project 2025".
Former President Donald Trump has a blueprint for his transition back into the…
Thumbnail for "Coping with Parkinson's through dance".
Each Monday afternoon, a special group of dancers gather in downtown boise for…
Thumbnail for "The impact trees have on our health".
Boise is known as the City of Trees, and despite being in a desert, it has a…
Thumbnail for "A conversation with Debbie Critchfield: The impact of education policy on Idaho schools and kids".
Idaho's Superintendent of Public Instruction has been watching the Idaho…
Thumbnail for "'The Bump:' An author interview with Sidney Karger".
Sidney Karger is back with his latest novel, "The Bump."
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: April 5, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Idaho primaries: Everybody pays for them, far from everyone votes".
Idaho is inching toward another primary season. But that also means an election…
Thumbnail for "An update on the Change Healthcare cyberattack".
In February, a company called "Change Healthcare" was hit by a cyber attack.…
Thumbnail for "How death doulas are assisting people at the end of their life".
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy, even when you know it's…
Thumbnail for "Lack of snow threatens the sport of skijoring".
Each winter, the sport of skijoring brings lots of money and visitors to small…
Thumbnail for "What to Watch: Movies to see and movies to avoid".
There are some new movies out in theaters; we'll tell you what's worth checking…
Thumbnail for "The history of hate groups in Idaho".
Racial hate is not new to Idaho, and the Aryan Nations are a big part of the…
Thumbnail for "Boise Foothills trails reopen for spring".
Now that the days are getting warmer, hiking trails are opening back up in the…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: April 3, 2024".
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed the detection of a highly…
Thumbnail for "Local nonprofit works to support black entrepreneurs in Idaho".
Meridian recently gained a new community space that is focused on uplifting…
Thumbnail for "The history of hate groups in Idaho".
Racial hate is not new to Idaho, and the Aryan Nations are a big part of the…
Thumbnail for "Everything you need to know about next week's total solar eclipse".
Next week, millions of people across the country will be cast in the moon's…
Thumbnail for "Jury selection for Chad Daybell trial begins".
Idaho Matters takes a look at the first day of the Chad Daybell multiple murder…
Thumbnail for "Did lawmakers violate open meetings law?".
Did lawmakers at the Idaho legislature violate open meeting laws? That’s the…
Thumbnail for "The music of Mark and Maggie O'Connor returns to Idaho".
Except for Prince, Mark O'Connor was the youngest artist to ever sign a…
Thumbnail for "Idaho legislature extends 2024 session".
Despite their best laid plans, the Idaho Legislature did not go home on Friday.
Thumbnail for "Celebrating 40 years of music with the Braun Brothers".
It was back in 1984 when Muzzie Braun and his wife launched the popular Braun…
Thumbnail for "Fostering hope for Child Abuse Prevention Month".
For the last 40 years, Child Abuse Prevention Month has been observed during…
Thumbnail for "The secret life of migrating birds".
Though Idaho is still experiencing a bit of cold weather, the song of migrating…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 29, 2024".
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho…
Thumbnail for "Recent court ruling prohibits wolf trapping in grizzly territory".
Idaho is considering its options after a federal court decision last week…
Thumbnail for "Northern Colorado ranchers reflect on the arrival of the wolves who migrated down from Wyoming".
A recent decision to reintroduce wolves has created division between rural and…
Thumbnail for "What role has Boise's environment played in shaping our community?".
When it comes to Boise, there are many things that make the city special, from…
Thumbnail for "Idaho Conservation League's Artist in Residence Program returns".
After a three year hiatus the the Idaho Conservation League's Artist in…