Idaho Matters

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Life goes fast, especially when you're a parent and finding a work-life balance can be a struggle - which is exactly what "All Things Considered" host Mary Louise Kelly is looking at in her newest book. 

According to research, losing your sense of smell may be a precursor to Alzheimer’s, which is why scientists are coming up with a new way to help detect early stages of the disease. 

It's time to stock up because the Friends of the Boise Public Library are back for their big spring sale! 

Take a trip through our solar system with author John Moores as he combines both imagination and science for an unforgettable adventure.

Flu season is still in full swing and it's one of the deadliest we've seen in Idaho since 2018!

The city of Boise is launching a new initiative that will try to help young people feel engaged, supported and empowered. 

The Poetry Out Loud competition is not unique to Idaho; it happens in states and countries all around the world.

April marks the beginning of Child Abuse Prevention Month , a time of year when communities come together to raise awareness and lend support.

This year Idaho is looking back at one of the state's natural wonders as they celebrate 50 years of beauty and collaboration. 

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Now that spring has officially arrived, so have lots of new spots to eat!

In recent decades, wildfires have gotten larger and more intense. But new research looking at centuries of wildfires shows that, today’s blazes pale in comparison.

History has been shaped by many, from activists to scientists to politicians. However, not all who have contributed have been recognized, particularly those who are women.

A brand new streaming service is getting rave reviews, there's a series looking back at historical villains and we're tipping our hats to Conan O'Brien. 

There’s a new study looking at which diet will help you live longer, tuberculosis in India is on the rise and a recent story says that getting bit by a tick could make you allergic to red meat.

Western Idaho Community Health Collaborative , or WICHC for short, has an action plan to try to 

Thursday night, Idaho Art Gallery will be giving back with their third annual "Art for a Cause" charity event.

The Ada County Coroner’s Office is home to the only forensic pathologists in the state.

Each year, during the month of April, communities come together to raise awareness around issues of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Idaho Matters sits down with author Lauren Connolly to talk about her latest novel, a story of love, loss and second chances. 

Last Wednesday, Gov. Brad Little signed House Bill 345 into law, making sweeping changes to Idaho's voter-approved Medicaid Expansion.

In 1895, a passenger train in France was running late, so the driver put on some extra speed to make up lost time, resulting in an infamous disaster. 

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Idaho’s public lands are under threat from development, climate change and the push to privatize land, putting wildlife habitats and outdoor space at risk. One organization is trying to protect those public lands for future generations.