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There is an obesity epidemic in the United States. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, more than two in five American adults are obese and nearly one in five American children are obese. So is a drug used to help decrease blood sugar levels in type two diabetics the answer to weight loss?

Playing at the park, on the swings or slide, is a regular part of childhood for most kids. But for those who do not have access to a park with the right kind of equipment playtime can be a challenge.

Our region is catching up to the pickleball boom. Sometimes described as a cross between ping-pong and tennis, the sport has expanded beyond retirement communities.

The allure of the American cowboy attracts many visitors to our region. But cowboys don’t only exist in the West. They’re known in Italy, where the tradition goes back centuries and has a surprising connection to Buffalo Bill Cody.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including why federal wildland firefighters are facing a big issue, insight into the Idaho Health Data Exchange, and controversy surrounding the Fourth of July parade.

It's time to grab your fishing poles because late last week the Boise River got a little more crowded as nearly 300 Chinook salmon were released into the water. And tomorrow, July 18 Idaho Fish and Game will be adding even more.

Up to 80 percent of cancer patients suffer from malnutrition while going through treatment, according to the Cancer Treatment Center of America. That's why Treasure Valley company Thomas Cuisine is partnering with a Mountain West cancer institute to help combat this issue.

Kids can now collect pieces of history at the Idaho State Museum, including parachuting beavers, lonesome sockeye salmon and a skiing spud!

How does a new nonprofit measure success? How about saving lives? Connecting kids to education, food and healthcare? That's exactly what's happening with the Boda Girls program.

Idaho Matters takes a look at a new wave of Indigenous cuisine.