The joke goes that Boise’s about 15 years behind every trend. But with our love of outdoorsy gear, did we... more

Friday is National Donut Day, so we’re asking the big maple-frosted question: Who has the best donuts in the Treasure... more

Summer concerts are just around the corner, and lots of touring bands are stopping in Boise. But it wasn’t always... more

KTVB’s Alex Duggan and City Cast Boise lead producer Frankie Barnhill are with host Emma Arnold to break down the... more

The pandemic was the breaking point for a lot of Boise service industry workers. But are things any better for... more

Want to start a veggie garden but not sure where to start? Master gardener and author Gretchen Anderson is here... more

High school graduation is this week, so Boise school board member Shiva Rajbhandari is  with us to talk about serving as... more

Star, Idaho, used to be a one-street farm town that bragged about having more cows than people, but that’s changing... more

It’s finally Friday! Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter and lead producer Frankie Barnhill are with Emma to dig into the... more

The Greenbelt is packed with the weather being so beautiful this week, and it’s a good reminder that there are... more

Downtown Boise is a construction mess right now — especially 11th Street — and it feels like the street has... more

Summer travel is almost here and just in time, the Boise airport says that they’re hoping to expand their flight... more

Lori Vallow has been found guilty on all counts, but what happens now? KTVB’s “Inside the Courtroom” host Andrea Dearden... more

Happy Friday, Boise! Emma’s joined by lead producer Frankie Barnhill and Boise State public Radio’s James Dawson to sort through... more

Boise’s a pretty chill place to live but it can be tricky to navigate if you’re new. Luckily, Frankie Barnhill... more

One of the Treasure Valley’s most popular taco trucks — Birrieria Garnacha Que Apapacha — is moving from Nampa to... more

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and if you’re stressing because all the brunch reservations are taken — we’re got your... more

It’s not just the price of eggs and the total it costs to fill up your tank: inflation is also... more

A ‘mass eviction’ leads to a lawsuit, Boise State University grads get ready take on the world, and is a... more

Whether you just moved here or have been here your whole life, Boise isn’t always the easiest to make new... more

We love brunch all year, but it’s definitely better now that it’s finally warm enough to lounge the day away... more

Loving a city deeply means you’re allowed to dislike some things about it, so we’re back with a Mother’s Day... more

There’s an elementary school in North Idaho where kids wear coats in class because the heat doesn’t work well. Teachers... more

Before you soak up the sun this weekend, catch up on the local stories of the week! Boise State Public... more

With over 45,000 Instagram followers, Natalie Plummer from Hello Meridian has a lot of influence, but she’s not super stoked... more

It wasn’t that long ago that Kuna was a quiet one street farm town. But these days, it’s one of... more

Boiseans love to hike the foothills with our dogs this time of year. But with some recent stories about pets... more

Boise’s vibe could change significantly if the city’s new zoning code proposal goes through. Some say it will bring more... more

April snow wasn’t the only news of the week, so host Emma Arnold and lead producer Frankie Barnhill are digging... more

Cannabis dispensaries in Ontario, Ore. generated more than $100 million sales last year, and it’s no secret that most of... more

In the second episode of our “weed week” coverage, Host Emma Arnold is chatting with Alicia Miller, the co-owner of... more

Diners Drive-Ins and Dives host Guy Fieri has been giving Boise some major love in his latest Food Network season.... more

Idaho has the strictest anti-weed laws in the country, and is one of just twelve states where medical marijuana is... more

Our Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter is with host Emma Arnold digging into the week’s news. They’re talking “righteous... more

The Boise Farmers Market just started back up and if you’re like us, you’ve been craving a nice sunny Saturday... more

Boise plant mom LalasJungle has created a thriving community around her love for indoor plants with over 20,000 followers on... more

Michael Devitt is pretty cynical about Idaho these days. He’s the father of a transgender teen in Boise who’s stood... more

Today’s the first day after jury selection in the case of Lori Vallow. She’s charged with first-degree murder, conspiracy, and... more

It’s been a jam-packed week of news, so we’re breaking down the stories that stuck with us. Host Emma Arnold... more

Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo Idaho has been sharing the art of Mexican folk dancing in Idaho for 20 years. But... more

If you’ve ever had a close encounter of the goose kind, you know they can be real jerks. Our Hey... more

Idaho politicians are targeting libraries and considering book bans, but plenty of Boiseans have rallied to support free access to... more

It’s been a long, snowy and cold winter in Boise, so we’re ready to make the most of spring! Host... more

All eyes are on the statehouse, as Idaho lawmakers hustle to wrap up the 2023 session. Things sped up quickly... more

It’s been a cold and snowy March. But what does that really mean for Boise’s water supply? Our Hey Boise... more

Everyone’s talking about it, so we had to know: is that Idaho Potato Malted Milkshake & Fries ice cream actually... more

All eyes are on the statehouse in downtown Boise as lawmakers aim to wrap up the legislative session this week.... more

The crocuses are coming out and the robins are back, so we’re ready to get serious about spring gardening! Master... more

The race for the next Boise mayor is officially on, the Meridian Library District gets a major boost from the... more

They say that the truth is out there. Could it be in Idaho? If it is, Jim Millard could be... more

Treefort Music Fest starts today in downtown, and organizers are expecting a record number of attendees over the five-day event.... more

It’s been a few months since Bryan Kohberger was arrested in Pennsylvania for the alleged murder of four University of... more

Just in time for spring break, we’re talking Boise nightlife! The scene has changed a lot in recent years, and... more

Attacks on a local reporter, Ada County says “nope” to homelessness relief funds, a bill that could cause problems for... more

What’s Boise’s reputation to outsiders? What stereotypes are totally bogus, and which are actually true? We’re finding out with City... more

This legislative session has been a lot, but at least it’s just about done. Or is it? Boise State Public... more

Looking for the best corned beef and cabbage this St. Patrick’s Day? Minerva Jayne is here with her picks for... more

Creepy clowns, Chinese tunnels, and the Boise curse. Citizen historian Graham McBride is here to walk us through our city’s... more

We’re talking about the stories that stuck with us this week. From Boise’s embattled police department wanting to grow, to... more

Boise is stoked about the potential of Amtrak’s Pioneer Route coming back. The old train ran until 1997 from Salt... more

The Meridian Library has been under fire from Christian Nationalists for months, and it’s about to get even uglier. Director... more

We’re the first to say how much we love Boise, but it’s not perfect. So today, Host Emma Arnold’s favorite... more

If you’re a renter in Idaho, you’re less protected from fees than if you leased a storage unit. In some... more

We made it to another Friday, Boise! Scott McIntosh with the Idaho Statesman is chatting with host Emma Arnold and... more

It’s our first time having royalty on the show! Caldwell teen Kylie Welch was recently crowned the 2023 National Miss... more

Recycling in Boise can be confusing, but we’ve got your back! From “wishcycling,” to what to do with those crinkly... more

James Bond, acid lakes, scalded skinnydippers, and coffee coffee coffee. Filmed right here in Wallace Idaho, “Dante’s Peak” is an... more

Boise’s music scene has long been our city’s pride and joy but it hasn’t been an easy few years. Andrew... more

We’re chatting about the local stories of the week, featuring Lead Producer Frankie Barnhill’s with Host Emma Arnold. We look... more

The Greater Idaho movement seems to be picking up steam with Idaho lawmakers. But how likely is it that our... more

Egg prices are through the roof, and that’s got a lot of us asking: should we get inflation chickens? Backyard... more

Molly Nota from Treasure Valley Reads is with us to talk about celebrating more than 20 years of being Boise’s... more

We’re chatting about the local stories that caught our eye this week. First up, Host Emma Arnold asks Boise State... more

We caught up with Boise trans rights advocate Eve Devitt to get her thoughts on a bill that seeks to... more

Caldwell’s flag is one of the worst in the country, at least according to the North American Vexillological Association. But... more

Getting a driver’s license should be a fun rite of passage, but undocumented Idahoans are unable to apply for one.... more

Winter weather is here to stay for the next couple weeks at least. But on the bright side, this is... more

Lead producer Frankie Barnhill is with Emma to dig into this week’s news. They chat about the chaotic hearing for... more

Being single on Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean being alone! The Boise Weekly’s Minerva Jayne is here to share... more

Whether you’re new to the city or feeling jaded and looking to rekindle the spark, City Cast Boise Lead Producer... more

Valentines-fanatic Jocelyn Robertson has you covered. Whether you forgot to make a reservation or just want to celebrate a quiet... more

After thirty years as a journalist in Boise, Betsy Russell is retired and ready to hit the slopes. We talk... more

Campaign funds used for steak dinners, a junior high fight club and the bagel wars are heating up! Our Newsletter... more

Last week, students at Eagle High heckled and walked out during a speech made by Scott Yenor, a Boise State... more

Heath Druzin from the Extremely American podcast gives us a vibe check on the far-right. We get into Ammon Bundy’s... more

Sydney Kidd with the Idaho Press is here to give us the lowdown on some major small town drama. She... more

We’re talking with Alex Jangard from the Boise Maker Shop about the joys of making your own stuff. From pens,... more

Are Idaho lawmakers scared of young people? Is Boise State’s budget at risk after a rough presentation at the statehouse?... more

We’re talking with Meridian Library Director Nick Grove about going viral for pushing back against censorship and harassment at a... more

It can be a real struggle to rent in the Treasure Valley, even though home prices have started to go... more

It’s a new year and a new you, but are you still drinking the same old coffee? Host Emma Arnold... more

Today, our producer Evelyn Avitia gives us a tour of Caldwell while sharing her favorite local eats and go-to spots,... more

It’s been a busy week in Boise, so we’re chatting about the local stories that mattered most. Lead Producer Frankie... more

Drag shows are the new target of conservative politicians in Idaho. There’s a good chance that a ban on all... more

If you’re ditching the hangover and trying Dry January, you should know about Sober 'N Boise. The sober movement is organized... more

Clark Corbin from the Idaho Capital Sun is here to tell us about how getting into Idaho’s winter sports is... more

Emma’s with the Idaho Statesman’s Mia Maldanado and our audio producer Evelyn Avitia to talk through this week’s news. They... more

Our lead producer Frankie Barnhill talks to host Emma Arnold about why she and other Boise comedians are calling for... more

Did you know that Boise is the most geographically isolated urban area of the Lower 48? Today, we’re chatting with... more

Boise’s food scene is evolving, so we’re talking with brunch experts JJ Saldaña and Antonio Hernandez about the best spots... more

We’re talking with Alex McCoy from American Ostrich Farms about sustainability and building their own processing plant during COVID. Also,... more

It’s our first weekly news chatter episode of 2023, and there’s plenty to cover. Boise State Public Radio’s James Dawson... more

The January blues are here but the Boise Weekly’s Minerva Jayne is here to shoo the inversion right out of... more

We’re chatting with Margaret Carmel about her beef with Boise’s late night dining desert. We dig into third spaces, Western... more

We’re ringing in 2023 with your New Year’s resolutions and predictions for 2023. Debates over public education, wild card candidates... more

Have you ever been to a play or concert in Boise and at the end of the performance, you realize... more

We’re awarding a few of our favorite episodes of the year with some classic yearbook superlatives. In this episode, Lead... more

It’s our winter break and we’re awarding a few of our favorite episodes with some classic yearbook superlatives. A while... more

Fry sauce is Boise’s favorite condiment. But, is it actually from Idaho? Turns out City Cast Salt Lake Host Ali... more

Emma’s movie bestie George Prentice from Boise State Public Radio is here to chat about two films he thinks are... more

Boise was declared the capital of the Territory of Idaho 158 years ago. But take a trip to Lewiston and... more

This time of year can be stressful, but we’ve got your back! Local therapist Ayako Otani is here to talk... more

We’re getting extra festive with the creator of the Boise Christmas Lights Map. Host Emma Arnold finds out what inspired... more

City Cast Boise’s Frankie Barnhill is catching up with producer Evelyn Avitia and Hey Boise Newsletter Editor Blake Hunter for... more

We’re talking with Ryan Marsh, co-founder of the Backyard Artists, about Boise’s DIY arts scene. The new grassroots nonprofit is... more

This season of Boise State football has been a wild ride. Changes in leadership, depressed fans, and a freshman quarterback... more

We're talking with Abigail Spencer from The Argonaut about what it’s like being a student reporter in Moscow right now.... more

Today on the show, we’re talking with Jennifer Hensley from the Downtown Boise Association. She shares why downtown is best... more

Happy Friday! Host Emma Arnold is chatting about the news of the week with freelance reporter Heath Druzin and lead... more

Hey City Cast Boise fam! We have a special treat for you: we’re proud to feature an episode from our... more

The roads might be slick and the air might be cold, but getting around town on two wheels is still... more

Today on the podcast, we’re playing 20 questions with our boss David Plotz. As the CEO of City Cast, he... more

Did you know the Boise Weekly is the only alt-weekly paper in the state? We’re talking with the paper’s editor-in-chief... more

On Dec. 5, 1982, a man was found dead in a local church of cyanide poisoning with $1900 and a... more

It’s been a busy week of news in Boise, so host Emma Arnold’s chatting about the stories behind the headlines... more

We’re talking with Jodi Eichelberger from Surel’s Place about why Garden City is becoming the hottest neighborhood in town. Amazing... more

We’re getting into the holiday spirit with Emma’s festive friend Jocelyn Robertson. We talk about the best light displays, the... more

We’re talking with Alley Repertory Theater’s Buffie Main about their upcoming production of “Cabaret.” We jazz hand into the similarities... more

We talked with travel blogger Lydia Weigel about her recent stay in the Big Idaho Potato Hotel. Just south of... more

We’re talking to KTVB’s Jim Duthie about folklore winter weather predictions. How accurate is the Farmer’s Almanac and are Wooly... more

Black Friday at the mall? Pshh never heard of her. This holiday season, we’re giving you plenty of awesome reasons... more

It might technically be fall still but winter weather is certainly here. So we’re talking how to get cozy in... more

It’s been a tough news week in Idaho so we’re here to sort through what you need to know. Host... more

We know the holidays can bring fraught debates with family and friends. But this Thanksgiving, there’s at least one argument... more

Today, Host Emma Arnold is talking hot springs with our Lead Producer Frankie Barnhill. We dive into gatekeeping, etiquette, and the... more

The abrupt change to winter weather is hitting our unhoused neighbors hardest. So today, we’re learning how to help make... more

The holiday season is here, with lots of parties and dinners to enjoy with friends and family. But before you... more

Election night is in the rearview, so we’re talking about what the legislative results could mean for the future of... more

If you’ve been hiking in the foothills these last few years, chances are you’ve come across this very unusual, very... more

Plenty of 2022 General Election results are in from Idaho and there’s lots to chew on this morning! Emma Arnold... more

Today, host Emma Arnold talks with the Wassmuth Center’s Dan Prinzing. The center recently dedicated the new Phillip E. Batt... more

We’re having a day in Caldwell with our audio producer, Evelyn Avitia! She shares her favorite C-town eats, hangs, and... more

The countdown to Tuesday’s midterm election is on. So in this week’s weekly news chatter episode, host Emma Arnold is... more

Soups on and we’re talking mutual aid and feeding our unhoused neighbors with the wonderful folks at Boise Kitchen Collective.... more

Today, Host Emma Arnold is talking Boise coffee shops with City Cast Boise’s very own Evelyn Avitia and Blake Hunter.... more

We’re celebrating Dia de los Muertos by chatting with Lisa Sánchez about how she celebrates the Mexican holiday. The Boise... more

Happy Halloween, Boise! Lead producer Frankie Barnhill takes the wheel today to grill host Emma Arnold about Boise Halloween memories.... more

Happy Friday! Emma’s chatting about the stories of the week with KTVB’s Brian Holmes and City Cast Boise’s very own... more

8008IES, UDAHO and DZNUTZ? Carolyn Komatsoulis from the Idaho Press is in the passenger seat to talk about all the... more

Power struggles, note-passing, special sessions, oh my! Today on the podcast, host Emma Arnold gets the scoop on the two... more

One thing about Boise: we love our local craft beer. But with more than 20 breweries and counting in the... more

Host Emma Arnold talks with local supernatural enthusiast Julie Hahn about Boise’s haunted history. Late-night phenomena at Boise State’s Communications... more

Host Emma Arnold sits down with Boise State Public Radio Morning Edition host George Prentice and our own Frankie Barnhill... more

In Boise we give everything a standing ovation, which feels great for performers, but what does it do for the... more

Everyone’s talking about the possible merger between Albertsons and Kroger, which would be a big deal for Boise. But today,... more

When you think of the American Dream — the house with the picket fence and a yard — you’re probably... more

Fall in Boise means one thing to lots of people: Bronco Football is back on the blue turf. But for... more

Home prices continue to fall but rent’s still so damn high, the North End stands up to anti-LGBTQIA+ hate, and... more

Anthony Doerr is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist. But he’s also one of us, Boise! And we are so excited to... more

We’re not afraid to admit it—Boise’s shopping scene needs a serious revamp. Our closets are hurting! Local thrift stores are... more

Election Day is exactly one month away, on November 8. And there’s a lot at stake in this election: voters... more

We’re getting real with Boise’s political TikTok star @socialistlyawkward. Lindsay is the creator of snarky videos that call out Idaho... more

Public school teachers in the Treasure Valley are going through it right now. Take the wild growth in schools of... more

Calling all ghouls and pumpkin spice latte lovers! October is finally at our doorstep. After the hellishly hot summer and... more

We have a lot of options for where to get our news in town, but diversity in local journalism is... more

Are bike bars the most obnoxious or entertaining Boise experience? We’re sure you’ve seen those loud spectacles cruising downtown, usually... more

Boise’s music scene has evolved a lot in a decade. When Treefort Music Fest started in 2012, it was this... more

We may call ourselves The City of Trees, but let’s face it, we live in a desert! Isn’t it time... more

18-year-old Boise High senior Shiva Rajbhandari loves to ski and runs track and cross country. And as of last week’s... more

Boise has a long history of punk music, from DIY basement house shows to unforgettable sets at Neurolux. And the... more

We’re two weeks into our state’s abortion ban. But you know what? We’re tired of hearing soundbites from politicians. We... more

We all know the story of Robin Hood. You know — stealing from the rich to help the poor and... more

When was the first time you visited the Sawtooths? Maybe it was a relaxing camping trip with friends along a... more

What’s one thing that unites the people of Boise and Salt Lake City? We’ll give you a hint – we... more

2020 was the final nail in the coffin for the Boise GreenBike program. The bike share — run by Valley... more

Boise is playing catch-up when it comes to vegan options, with only one vegan restaurant and another in the works.... more

Boise housing market has been out of control (and out of reach) for several years now, with the median home... more

The Boise Soul Food Festival is coming home this Saturday. After a nearly 5-year hiatus — and a forced break... more

With reproductive rights up for debate in the Idaho Supreme Court and a Department of Justice lawsuit against the state’s... more

We’re used to seeing public art around the Treasure Valley. Unique and colorful murals in particular help create a sense... more

Idaho’s abortion bans are having their day in court, with Planned Parenthood challenging two laws — a trigger ban passed in... more

We know Boise is nicknamed the City of Trees. But how deep do those roots go?  Today on the podcast, our... more

Folks, Boise is sweltering. The National Weather Service is forecasting triple digit heat for the next week and we may... more

One of the things on everyone’s summer bucket list is floating the Boise River. And we all have a story... more

For the first time in almost 30 years, Congress has done something to try to address gun violence and mass... more

We’re starting to turn the corner to the second half of summer (wild!) but there’s still so much more on... more

We all know a lack of affordable housing is one of the biggest issues facing the Treasure Valley. For folks... more

The heat has officially arrived and if you’re like City Cast Boise host Frankie Barnhill, you’re strategizing about how to stay cool... more

Last year, two farmworkers died from extreme heat — one in Oregon, and one in Washington. The tragedies prompted organizers with the non-profit Idaho Immigrant... more

Following which new restaurants have opened and which ones are closing is kind of a cottage industry in Boise media.... more