Eric Tegethoff
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Wildlife corridor conservation is a top issue for hunters and anglers in the West. Advocates say the federal government could do more to support this work.
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A spending bill in Washington, D.C. includes a provision to conduct further study of wind energy before its installation in Idaho. Critics say the provision could slow down wind power's rollout.
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Pandemic-related SNAP benefits ended in March, causing thousands to fall off the "hunger cliff."
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Selenium and other pollutants from coal mines across the northern Idaho border are impacting fish species in the Kootenai River.
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Flowers are largely imported in the United States, which comes with a big environmental footprint. The "Slow Flower Movement" is popularizing locally grown flowers.
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A new initiative in Idaho is seeking public input on the quality of the internet connection. Rural communities especially struggle with broadband access.
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The program is geared toward people with low to moderate incomes and can help people of any age.
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The Biden administration has proposed a rule to limit methane flaring from oil and gas development on public lands.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reported 300 to 600 gallons of oil leaked from the Little Goose Dam between August and October, potentially endangering salmon and steelhead in the region.
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Pediatricians in Idaho are exploring a novel approach to mental health - by asking parents about their past traumas and positive experiences.