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Fundraising has been fast and furious in the two weeks since a pro-abortion rights initiative officially qualified for the ballot in Idaho, with high-dollar donors flocking to both sides of the issue.

Anti-abortion group raises more than $1 million to fight Idaho initiativeFundraising has been fast and furious in the two weeks since a pro-abortion rights initiative officially qualified for the ballot in Idaho, with high-dollar donors flocking to both sides of the issue.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

The Intermountain West nuclear tech hub is seeing an influx of 40 million federal and private dollars. That could benefit over two dozen partners in Idaho and Wyoming, including colleges, state agencies and companies.

Tech hub in Idaho and Wyoming gets $40M to build up nuclear industryMoney will go toward bolstering workforce education programs and supply chains, as well as helping nuclear companies commercialize reactors quickly.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

When wildfire smoke fills the air, public health officials advise going indoors. However, the tiny, toxic particulate matter in wildfire smoke, known as PM2.5, can enter our homes through cracks, doorways, and heating and cooling systems.

Protecting your indoor space from wildfire smokeThe tiny, toxic particles in smoke can enter our homes through cracks, doorways, and HVAC systems. From HEPA filters to "clean rooms," here's how to stay safe when you're inside.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality advisory for Ada, Canyon, Gem, Payette and Washington Counties. When in effect, the advisory means all outdoor burning is prohibited.

Air quality advisory in effect as smoke from Oregon fires funnels into Western IdahoWildfire season is in full swing, and smoke from Central Oregon and Washington fires is funneling into Western Idaho, filling the air across the Treasure Valley.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

When wildfire smoke fills the air, public health officials advise going indoors. However, toxic particulate matter in wildfire smoke can enter our homes through cracks, doorways and heating and cooling systems. Here's what you can do to protect your home and the air you breathe:

Protecting your indoor space from wildfire smokeThe tiny, toxic particles in smoke can enter our homes through cracks, doorways, and HVAC systems. From HEPA filters to "clean rooms," here's how to stay safe when you're inside.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

On Tuesday, the Secretary of State announced the Idaho Medical Cannabis Act Initiative did not meet the legal requirements to make it onto the November ballot.

Idahoans will not get to vote on Medical Marijuana initiative this NovemberIdaho will not get to vote on legalizing medical marijuana this coming election. Among other shortcomings, the organization behind the ballot initiative failed to gather enough signatures.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

The Idaho Attorney General’s Office didn’t take kindly to the latest insinuations by the federal government that the state’s elections aren’t up to snuff. The DOJ has been trying for months to get an unredacted copy of Idaho’s voter list as part of its effort to ensure noncitizens don’t vote.

Idaho AG's office sends icy reply to DOJ's voter roll letterThe Idaho Attorney General’s Office didn’t take kindly to the latest insinuations by the federal government that the state’s elections aren’t up to snuff.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

The organization Idahoans United for Women & Families has gathered enough qualifying signatures from across the state in support of the Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act ballot initiative.

Idaho voters to decide on state abortion rights this NovemberIdaho voters will get to decide whether to restore abortion rights in the state this November after a campaign gathered enough signatures for the Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act initiative to mak...www.boisestatepublicradio.org

UPDATE: Idaho DHW named three raw milk operations currently being investigated after people reported getting sick due to drinking raw milk. Paradise Grove in Jefferson County, Lolita Farms in Kootenai County and Evans Farmstead in Twin Falls County are cooperating with the investigation.

IDHW investigates three raw milk operations tied to possible illnesses in IdahoThe Idaho Department of Health and Welfare named three raw milk operations currently being investigated after people reported getting sick due to drinking raw milk.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

Listeners may realize they are again hearing the voice of George Prentice on Boise State Public Radio, after a nearly four-month medical leave. (We're so happy to have him back!) George shared more about his journey and recovery and what's next. Take a listen.

BSPR welcomes George Prentice back from medical leaveMorning Edition host George Prentice shares a bit about his medical leave, recovery, and what's next.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

Idaho health officials are investigating two outbreaks tied to people drinking raw milk. They say more than 100 people there have gotten sick — including 11 who have been hospitalized.

Raw milk market thrives in Idaho despite bacteria outbreakIdaho health officials are investigating two outbreaks tied to people drinking raw milk. More than 100 people have gotten sick — including 11 who have been hospitalized.www.boisestatepublicradio.org

Some like to joke that the annual Allen & Co. event in Sun Valley is “summer camp for billionaires.” But an increasing number of opponents say this week’s gathering of media and tech titans in Idaho is no laughing matter.

Grassroots organizers are pushing back against this week's Allen & Co event in Sun Valley"It's totally, totally inconceivable that another human being with that amount of wealth can look around the world and say, 'All I want is more.'"www.boisestatepublicradio.org
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