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We've got a forecast you won't want to miss, we've got a wildland fire update, plus we'll tell you about a crazy accident in downtown Boise and we also have some new data that confirms that Boiseans are driving more than ever

We've got a forecast you won't want to miss, we've got a wildland fire update, plus we'll tell you about a crazy accident in downtown Boise and we also have some new data that confirms that Boiseans are driving more than ever

Thursday, Sept. 26

Wildland firefighters across the region are really liking today's weather outlook, we'll tell you about the first Treasure Valley Youth Fentanyl Summit, and we'll ask why the City of Boise needs insurance coverage through no less than seven different insurance companies.

Wildland firefighters across the region are really liking today's weather outlook, we'll tell you about the first Treasure Valley Youth Fentanyl Summit, and we'll ask why the City of Boise needs insurance coverage through no less than seven different insurance companies.

Wednesday, Sept. 25

Fees at state parks may be going up. The pedestrian-friendly Boise open streets event happened this weekend. And the risks are high across our region for landslides.

Fees at state parks may be going up. The pedestrian-friendly Boise open streets event happened this weekend. And the risks are high across our region for landslides.

Tuesday, Sept. 24

We've got news regarding campaign donations for the high-profile initiative Proposition 1 on the November ballot, there's some good news from the front lines of Idaho's largest wildfires, plus Idaho has some new job numbers.

We've got news regarding campaign donations for the high-profile initiative Proposition 1 on the November ballot, there's some good news from the front lines of Idaho's largest wildfires, plus Idaho has some new job numbers.

Monday, Sept. 23

Crews are beginning repairs along Highway 21 that the road suffered in the Wapiti Fire. The Caldwell High School Homecoming Parade scheduled for later today has been cancelled due to unspecified threats of disruption. And a water main break in Meridian is currently impacting traffic on Ten Mile Road just north of Cherry Lane and the repair is taking longer than anticipated.

Crews are beginning repairs along Highway 21 that the road suffered in the Wapiti Fire. The Caldwell High School Homecoming Parade scheduled for later today has been cancelled due to unspecified threats of disruption. And a water main break in Meridian is currently impacting traffic on Ten Mile Road just north of Cherry Lane and the repair is taking longer than anticipated.

Friday, Sept. 20

What a weather outlook!  You'll need to hear it.  We've got the latest on progress on the front lines of wildland fires, and there's tremendous emphasis on cybersecurity this election season

What a weather outlook!  You'll need to hear it.  We've got the latest on progress on the front lines of wildland fires, and there's tremendous emphasis on cybersecurity this election season

Thursday, Sept. 19

You will absolutely want to hear what the National Weather Service has to say about the next few days, we've got an update on wildland firefighters, and we'll tell you why a large bus of teachers is rolling through the region.

You will absolutely want to hear what the National Weather Service has to say about the next few days, we've got an update on wildland firefighters, and we'll tell you why a large bus of teachers is rolling through the region.

Wednesday, Sept. 18

The Boise City Council will take up the issue of mass shootings, some wild weather triggered a flow of debris on an area roadway, McCall residents are debating a proposed marina expansion, and what's the verdict on this weekend's BSU football game?

The Boise City Council will take up the issue of mass shootings, some wild weather triggered a flow of debris on an area roadway, McCall residents are debating a proposed marina expansion, and what's the verdict on this weekend's BSU football game?

Tuesday, Sept. 17

We have an update on some of the biggest wildland fires in the region (there's some good news), plus we'll tell you how some wildland firefighters could see a drop in their pay at the end of this month (very bad news), and we'll take you to an historic event in downtown Boise - an event which delivered on its promise to be "transgender joy."

We have an update on some of the biggest wildland fires in the region (there's some good news), plus we'll tell you how some wildland firefighters could see a drop in their pay at the end of this month (very bad news), and we'll take you to an historic event in downtown Boise - an event which delivered on its promise to be "transgender joy."

Monday, Sept. 16

There are nearly 100 active craft breweries in Idaho – about four times as many as in 2012 – but the industry is facing challenges. The Boise State Broncos will play for the Pac-12 starting in 2026, as will several of its Mountain West rivals. And this weekend, Boise is holding its 35th annual LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. We've got details on what’s new this year.

There are nearly 100 active craft breweries in Idaho – about four times as many as in 2012 – but the industry is facing challenges. The Boise State Broncos will play for the Pac-12 starting in 2026, as will several of its Mountain West rivals. And this weekend, Boise is holding its 35th annual LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. We've got details on what’s new this year.

Friday, Sept. 13

Valley Regional Transit is canceling its Eagle On-Demand Route 160 as of October 1st. Tamarack Resort has had to suspend operations due to the Boulder and Lava fires, which have combined to burn over 78,000 acres total. And an Idaho district court judge could rule today on Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s latest challenge to a ballot initiative that seeks to end Idaho’s closed party primary elections and create a system of ranked-choice voting in general elections.

Valley Regional Transit is canceling its Eagle On-Demand Route 160 as of October 1st. Tamarack Resort has had to suspend operations due to the Boulder and Lava fires, which have combined to burn over 78,000 acres total. And an Idaho district court judge could rule today on Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s latest challenge to a ballot initiative that seeks to end Idaho’s closed party primary elections and create a system of ranked-choice voting in general elections.

Thursday, Sept. 12

Boise school officials want to heighten the conversation about mental health, there's a stunning new report about the lack of support for Idaho children and families, Boise brewers are breathing a sigh of relief... plus, we've got a Red Panda update.

Boise school officials want to heighten the conversation about mental health, there's a stunning new report about the lack of support for Idaho children and families, Boise brewers are breathing a sigh of relief... plus, we've got a Red Panda update.

Wednesday, Sept. 11

There's a significant change in the weather headed our way. How Idaho commemorating 9/11 this year. Plus, a preview of Boise Pride this weekend and the latest on the fire watch.

There's a significant change in the weather headed our way. How Idaho commemorating 9/11 this year. Plus, a preview of Boise Pride this weekend and the latest on the fire watch.

Tuesday, Sept. 10

A wildfire update, local preparations for the big election and some news you'll need to hear about the new COVID vaccine.

A wildfire update, local preparations for the big election and some news you'll need to hear about the new COVID vaccine.

Monday, Sept. 9

Every weekday morning, you can get up to speed on all the Idaho news you need to start your day, without ever interrupting your morning routine. All you have to do is hit play. That’s the Connector from Boise State Public Radio starting September 9th.

Every weekday morning, you can get up to speed on all the Idaho news you need to start your day, without ever interrupting your morning routine. All you have to do is hit play. That’s the Connector from Boise State Public Radio starting September 9th.