KISU FM 91 Public Radio

05/15/2026

At the May 14, 2026 City Club of Idaho Falls forum, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane explains how Idaho’s elections really work, why turnout varies so widely across the state, and how an influx of outside money and new lobbying tactics are reshaping the political landscape. From close legislative races decided by just a handful of votes to multimillion‑dollar campaign and lobbying efforts, McGrane offers data‑driven insights on what’s at stake for Idaho voters this primary season. Listen on-demand at

At the May 14, 2026 City Club of Idaho Falls forum, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane explains how Idaho’s elections really work, why turnout varies so widely across the state, and how an influx of outside money and new lobbying tactics are reshaping the political landscape. From close legisla...

12/01/2025

An exciting and urgent call to action for KISU listeners!

We have an exciting opportunity to make a very meaningful difference for KISU tomorrow. A generous supporter has offered a $14,000 challenge gift if we receive 50 donations of any amount tomorrow, December 2, on Giving Tuesday.

10/30/2025

https://www.kisu.org/music/2025-10-30/cpb-secures-music-rights-for-public-media-through-2027

For decades, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has taken the lead in negotiating and administering systemwide music licensing agreements on behalf of public media. On October 29, CPB announced that it had reached new three-year agreements with the five major performing rights organizatio...

09/15/2025

Dr. Jeff Meldrum was Idaho's preeminent researcher into the cryptoid known as Bigfoot.

09/13/2025

https://www.kisu.org/kisu/2025-09-12/isu-college-republicans-to-hold-memorial-event-for-charlie-kirk-on-saturday-september-13th

The ISU College Republicans would like to invite all community members, local dignitaries, law enforcement and veterans organizations to a memorial event honoring Charlie Kirk on Saturday, September 13, from 8 to 9 pm. The event will be at the ISU Quad. Non-burning candles will be available to atten...

07/18/2025

https://www.kisu.org/kisu/2025-07-18/help-kisu-keep-the-lights-on-federal-funding-cuts-threaten-our-mission

Late last night, the House passed the Senate-amended Rescissions Act, which revokes $1.1 billion in critical funding for public media that had already been approved. As a result, KISU-FM has lost an unprecedented 25% of our annual budget. For a small, rural station like KISU—with limited discretio...

07/14/2025

As soon as tomorrow, the US Senate will vote on the Rescissions Act, a bill that would revoke already-approved public media funding. Many are acting to prevent tens of millions of Americans from being disconnected from local stations and the essential services they rely on. If passed the impacts on KISU-FM will be immediate and devastating.

You can contact Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and James Risch right now to urge them to remove cuts to local, rural, and tribal stations from the bill:

Senator Mike Crapo: 202-224-6142

Senator James Risch: 202-224-2752

07/03/2025

https://www.kisu.org/kisu/2025-07-03/holiday-shows-and-updates-to-scheduled-programming

Join us this week on KISU-FM for special Independence Day programming and exciting updates to our regular schedule! From unique holiday specials to the debut of new shows, there’s something for everyone. Read on for all the details.

04/30/2025

A White House proposal would claw back already approved public media funding. Join me in the fight to save it. Contact Congress now. https://bit.ly/4izrxUn

Save your local stations. Email your Members of Congress now!

03/18/2025

Bengal Giving Day is underway at ISU! Listen to our conversation with Benny's Pantry Pantry manager, Rachel Child, about the incredible work they’re doing to fight student hunger:https://www.kisu.org/news/2025-03-17/organizations-like-bennys-pantry-seek-support-during-the-2025-bengal-giving-day-campaign-on-march-18-19
Idaho State University Alumni Association has worked tirelessly to make this year's Bengal Giving Day a success. We hope you’ll take a moment to support the ISU areas you care about most. You can also give directly to KISU’s Bengal Giving Day effort here: https://bengalgivingday.com/campaigns/kisu

Benny's Pantry manager Rachel Child explains how Benny's Pantry fulfills its mission with assistance from community partners and individual donations. In 2024 Benny's Pantry distributed more than 68,000 lbs of food, more than double the amount given in 2023. Click to hear more and learn how you can....