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Author Cheryl Head is known for her page-turning novels and her newest book, "Time’s Undoing," is her most personal yet. She joins Idaho Matters to talk more about how her outrage over the murder of George Floyd in 2020 compelled her to write her latest novel.

Rebecca Makkai’s last book "The Great Believers," was a Pulitzer Prize finalist and readers and critics alike have been anxiously awaiting her next book. Makkai joined Idaho Matters to talk more about her enthralling novel.

Opening statements began today in Boise in the murder and conspiracy trial of Lori Vallow Daybell. She’s charged in the deaths of two of her children. Portland-based journalist and author Leah Sottile has written a book about the case, called “When the Moon Turns to Blood.”

As the planet continues to warm and seasons begin to change many people are starting to see warmer winters and earlier springs which makes it easier to spread infectious diseases, especially as insects have more time to reproduce and expand into new territory.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including why a former Boise City Council member is suing the city, an update on drought conditions in the Mountain West and a look at Idaho's role in the 2024 presidential campaign.

In the past, we’ve told you about some of the fascinating history of the Old Idaho Penitentiary in Boise, but we haven't talked about one of the best-liked and most respected residents of the Old Pen, Dennis the Cat.

A new wildlife pass is being built along Highway 21 to help keep animals and drivers safe from collisions.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including an update on the University of Phoenix deal, debt relief for rural healthcare professionals and a look at why lawmakers are working to protect land in the Mountain West.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including an update to Boise’s zoning code, the Nampa School District possibly banning the discussion of gender identity and expression, a Meridian man accused of firing shots at Hells Canyon Dam, and health disparities among the Hispanic community.

Have you ever had a broken item that you've wanted to fix, but weren't sure how? Well the Repair Café is helping to solve that problem, pairing people and their broken household belongings with tinkerers and tools to help fix them.