Idaho Matters

As Idaho prepares for a major 2026 ballot measure on abortions rights, a new citizen-led campaign is pushing to let voters decide who should control reproductive healthcare decisions.

Idaho Matters host Gemma Gaudette signed the petition to place Proposition 1 on the Idaho ballot. We are noting this in the interest of transparency as Boise State Public Radio strives to provide balanced, unbiased coverage of important issues.

A new Idaho law, which takes effect in July, is now in court after a group of transgender Idahoans decided to sue the state last week.

From classic love stories to toe-tapping musicals, the Morrison Center's new announced Broadway in Boise season promises a year of big performances and fan favorites!

A deadly virus outbreak on a cruise ship off the coast of Africa is making international headlines. 

Two Idaho high school students are getting statewide recognition for building an AI system designed for one of the state’s most important industries: agriculture. 

A surge in sophisticated text scams impersonating Idaho government agencies is costing residents thousands and prompting experts to warn the public about how to spot and avoid fraud.

Moving your body has many benefits, including improving your mental health. No matter how you move, it can help reduce stress, release endorphins, improve sleep and build self esteem, among other benefits.

Take a trip to New Orleans where the past and its secrets refuse to stay buried.

In Maine, a three-person crew at the East End Treatment Plant works nonstop to keep an aging system running when a hazardous contaminant creates a serious problem.

The Scott Fish Bowl, a global fantasy football tournament with a charitable mission, will make its Boise debut on June 12, bringing together a wide range of participants to support local organizations.