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A service of the School of Journalism and Mass Media at the University of Idaho, Idaho Public Radio provides informative, award-winning and engaging programming for our audiences. Idaho Public Radio covers stories on arts and culture; science, technology and engineering; history; sports in society; higher education; the environment; and government and politics. At Idaho Public Radio, students work

alongside faculty and professional staff, gaining hands- on experience in writing, editing, announcing, audio production, video production, social media, and online communication. and Louise McClure Center for Public Policy Research to offer legislative internships for students interested in journalism, state government, political science, and other areas of public policy. Students work in Boise and cover news and public affairs stories from the Idaho State Capitol.

Idaho news briefs:• The Idaho State Police is seeking the public’s help in locating a blue Dodge Dakota it says was invo...
08/04/2025

Idaho news briefs:

• The Idaho State Police is seeking the public’s help in locating a blue Dodge Dakota it says was involved in a hit-and-run crash on August 4, 2025, at approximately 12:10 p.m. in the southbound lanes of U.S. 95, just north of the intersection of U.S. 95 at West Prairie Avenue.

• The Big Sky Conference has announced its 2025-26 schedules in men’s and women’s basketball. The conference plays an 18-game double round-robin format, taking on every other conference opponent both at home and on the road. The Big Sky Tournament is March 7-11, 2026 in Boise.

• The Lightning Creek Fire, located eight miles east-northeast of Hope, ID, is listed at 1,562 acres, according to the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The fire was caused by lightning last week. (USFS photo)

The City of Moscow has temporarily closed Hordemann Pond at Kiwanis Park due to unsafe water conditions. The city says r...
08/04/2025

The City of Moscow has temporarily closed Hordemann Pond at Kiwanis Park due to unsafe water conditions.

The city says recent water testing confirmed the presence of cyanobacteria—blue-green algae—which can produce toxins harmful to both humans and animals.

‘Cooking Camp for Middle Schoolers’ gets underway this week at the University of Idaho in Moscow.The camps focus on teac...
08/04/2025

‘Cooking Camp for Middle Schoolers’ gets underway this week at the University of Idaho in Moscow.

The camps focus on teaching cooking skills and healthy eating to middle school-aged kids.

The camps are sponsored by the University of Idaho Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences.

Idaho-Washington, D.C. news briefs:• Idaho U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Caldwell C...
08/03/2025

Idaho-Washington, D.C. news briefs:

• Idaho U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce for an Aug. 1 roundtable discussion on tax reform. Fulcher said H.R. 1 made the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act lower tax rates permanent for small businesses, while doubling their deductions on expenses.

• The U.S. Senate Finance Committee, chaired by Idaho U.S. Sen. Mike Crapo, advanced the nomination of Alex Adams, of Idaho, to be Assistant Health and Human Services Secretary for Family Support, on a vote of 14-13.

• Idaho U.S. Sen. Jim Risch and 17 Republican colleagues, including Sen. Crapo, have introduced the Equal Shot Act. Risch says the legislation would prohibit the Small Business Administration from discriminating against firearm-related businesses.

Idaho news briefs: • The Bureau of Land Management sold 135,000 board feet of timber during the July 22 McDevitt Post an...
08/02/2025

Idaho news briefs:

• The Bureau of Land Management sold 135,000 board feet of timber during the July 22 McDevitt Post and Pole timber sale. The sale generated $36,016 in revenue. BLM says the project will produce timber suitable for fencing and support jobs in central Idaho.

• Drivers in Kootenai County should expect various nighttime lane closures, detours, and shifting traffic patterns throughout August as the Idaho Transportation Department performs a series of small maintenance and pavement projects on I-90, US-95 and SH-53.

• The Idaho Dept. of Lands says an auction was held July 18 on three Payette Lake cottage site properties, but there were no bidders. To date, 161 cottage site properties have been successfully sold at auction at the lake, and only 13 state endowment sites remain.

Much of the West is forecast to experience above normal potential (in red) for wildland fire in August and September, me...
08/02/2025

Much of the West is forecast to experience above normal potential (in red) for wildland fire in August and September, meaning a higher than usual chance of significant wildfires.

The latest Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook was released August 1 by Predictive Services at the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise.

The outlook provides a look at significant fire potential across the country.

Today’s the day for the Great Moscow Food Drive, to benefit local food banks and pantries, sponsored by the Latah County...
08/02/2025

Today’s the day for the Great Moscow Food Drive, to benefit local food banks and pantries, sponsored by the Latah County Human Rights Task Force and the Moscow Human Rights Commission.

There are two locations for food items and donations u til 1:00 p.m.-- Moscow Farmers Market and East City Park.

WSDOT says US 195 between Babbit Road and SR 27 near Pullman will become a work zone starting Monday at 6:00 a.m.Crews w...
08/01/2025

WSDOT says US 195 between Babbit Road and SR 27 near Pullman will become a work zone starting Monday at 6:00 a.m.

Crews will be repaving the roadway.

Travelers can expect single lane closures with one-way alternating traffic.

(WSDOT map)

Idaho Fish and Game is seeking any information about an illegally killed cow and calf moose near Kamiah on July 19 betwe...
08/01/2025

Idaho Fish and Game is seeking any information about an illegally killed cow and calf moose near Kamiah on July 19 between 7 and 9 p.m.

The moose carcasses were found east of Kamiah in a meadow about 50 yards from Forest Service Road 500, near the intersection with Forest Service Road 5125.

Rewards are available for those who provide information that leads to an arrest.

Idaho news briefs:• Idaho Transportation Dept. Crews were out on U.S. 95 near the Aht’Wy Plaza at the Clearwater River C...
08/01/2025

Idaho news briefs:

• Idaho Transportation Dept. Crews were out on U.S. 95 near the Aht’Wy Plaza at the Clearwater River Casino installing safety features and signage Friday to help guide travelers through the new interchange.

• Looking ahead: U If I President Scott Green’s annual State of the University address is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. PT Sept. 2 in the Bruce M. Pitman Center International Ballroom. Live stream here: uidaho.edu/news/ui-live

• Governor Brad Little has announced that the State of Idaho wildland firefighters and other critical support staff will receive one-time bonuses of up to $5,000 Friday. The bonuses were approved by the Legislature as part of Governor Little’s “Keeping Promises’ plan.

Idaho news briefs:• The Idaho Transportation Department says crews on Monday will begin a two week paving project on SH-...
07/31/2025

Idaho news briefs:

• The Idaho Transportation Department says crews on Monday will begin a two week paving project on SH-3 near Clarkia, between mileposts 55–58. This is a temporary fix, ITD said, ahead of a more comprehensive rebuild planned for next year.

• Drivers on SH-3 in Benewah County should plan for lane restrictions and delays as crews replace the bridge just north of the SH-6 Junction. The Idaho Transportation Department says the bridge was built in 1934; this $2 million project will improve safety and functionality.

• Idaho Governor Brad Little has appointed Juliet Charron to serve as the new director of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Charron succeeds Alex Adams, and has been serving as the DHW Deputy Director over Medicaid and Behavioral Health.

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