Idaho Matters

Each Monday on Idaho Matters, we’ll bring you a snapshot of a small corner of our Capital City and its unique past and today we head to the Union Block!

This year Scandalized is returning to Treefort Music Fest's Podfort, but first the hit podcast is revisiting some of the most memorable political scandals of the past. 

In 1952 a secret slipped behind the walls of the Old Idaho Penitentiary , but it wasn't any ordinary secret, it was a cat who has now been immortalized in a new children's book!

Last week, the Treasure Valley was shaken by the unexpected loss of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam and now Idaho Matters is taking a closer look at the condition that caused this tragic passing. 

A Boise trio is showcasing baroque music at St. Michael's Cathedral, blending rich sound and history.

Volunteers from the Challis Community Trails Alliance work tirelessly to groom and maintain the Big Hill Nordic ski trails, keeping the system up-to-date now that season is over.

Micron Technology recently had a strong quarter thanks to a demand for AI memory chips, which is drawing attention from investors and could have broader implications for Idahoans. 

A decade after the closure of Les Boise Park racetrack, Ada County is moving forward with plans to restore the site, breathing new life into wetlands and wildlife along the Boise River.

After eight years of honing their sound in local venues, Tater Patch is bringing its homegrown bluegrass to a larger stage, the Treefort Music Festival!

Music, festivals and the visual arts can be a boost to jobs and tourism in Idaho.

Lincoln County acts as a bedroom community for neighboring Blaine County. We find out how neighbors in Ketchum are helping out.

Each Monday on Idaho Matters, we’ll bring you a snapshot of a small corner of our Capital City and its unique past and today we head to Spaulding Ranch!

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.

Former Boise State Public Radio volunteer Norm Gunning passed away March 18. We remember his life and legacy.

As economic pressures continue to grow, so does uncertainty about the future. 

The Idaho Botanical Garden is inviting the community to recharge in new way, through a unique gardening experience designed to reduce stress and promote connection.

A federal judge has blocked vaccine policy changes led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. amid a lawsuit led by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

For 15 years, one nonprofit has been spreading joy by delivering birthday cakes to people in need.

As the climate warms, mosquitoes, ticks and other disease carriers are moving into new areas, spreading illnesses into new places.

A new artist residency is offering one lucky creative the opportunity to spend two weeks amid the mountains, lakes and wide-open skies of Idaho's Sawtooth National Recreation Area.

Gem State gas prices have skyrocketed since the Iran conflict began Feb. 28.

As spring approaches, the Ada Soil & Water Conservation District is encouraging Treasure Valley residents to plant shrubs and create pollinator friendly habitats.

A new documentary is following sage grouse across the West, uncovering surprising stories about wildlife, ranching and the fight for the regions birds.

Each Monday on Idaho Matters, we’ll bring you a snapshot of a small corner of our Capital City and its unique past and today we head to the Boise Bench!

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.