KIDO-AM (Boise, ID)

KIDO (580 kHz) is a commercial AM radio station that is owned and operated by Townsquare Media. It features a news and talk format and is licensed in Nampa, Idaho, catering to the Boise metropolitan area.

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#552908

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#129646

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Breaking Windows And Breaking Hearts In Idaho's Homelessness Struggle

3 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

Idaho Senator Cody Galloway's office was vandalized Wednesday morning. The senator is the sponsor of a bill that prohibits camping over 100,000 people. The bill addresses the chronic issue of homelessness in Boise and other large cities. Smaller Idaho cities do not typically experience the same level of homelessness. The senator found a man in her office building on her coach. How did the man get into her business? The office window was smashed with a pallet.
Will Albertsons Workers Strike In Idaho? What To Expect

4 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

Idaho is a right-to-work state, which means it's difficult for unions to establish a foothold in most workplaces in the Gem State. Unions are more common in the east of the Great River. However, there are organizations where unions have organized to protect workers and collectively bargain for their rights. It is rare for labor disputes to occur in Idaho. A published threat of a worker's strike is even rarer.
Boise State Is Shaking Things Up In Sports And Media You Won't Want To Miss

4 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

Boise State Athletics is embarking on a daring and revolutionary expansion into the hospitality and media fields. Campus leadership has determined the athletics department must create experiences in addition to football games on the Blue. The move last week to hire Channel 7's sports director may not get the attention of the average fan, but it's a move that shows the future of Bronco Nation.
Boise Area Braces For Post Malone & Jelly Roll Massive Appearance

5 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

Idaho is about to get a dose of unrivaled entertainment Tuesday night at Albertsons Stadium. It won't involve the belove Boise State Broncos Football team. Tuesday night's event features two of the hottest, most in-demand music artists. The Stronach Group Chalet At 143rd Preakness StakesMr. Post err Malone is not coming to the Blue alone. He's bringing Chandler Walters, Wyatt Flores, and everyone's favorite superstar, Jelly Roll.
What Happens To Our Hiking Trails If Idaho Public Lands Go Up For Sale

5 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

The battle over the future of public lands in the West is intensifying. As we reported here, President Trump's big, beautiful bill contains a provision by Utah Senator Mike Lee that has caused quite a stir. Acres of public lands in the Utah, Nevada, Idaho, and other states could be sold to private landowners. Critics of the deal argue that wildlife lovers will lose access to activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, and other outdoor pursuits.
Idahoans React To Military Action Against Iran In Real-time

6 days ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

As Idahoans and the rest of the country enjoyed a welcomed Saturday night, the United States took action against the world's sponsor of terrorism, the government of Iran. Sunday morning, the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine detailed Operation Midnight Hammer. The attack has led to wide speculation worldwide. Idahoans have expressed both support and concern over the possible escalation leading to World War III.
Access To Idaho's Public Lands Could Be Going Away Soon!

1 week ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

Is there anything more precious to Idahoans than access to public lands? The state is filled with one-of-a-kind trails, camping sites, rivers, and the legendary Frank Church Wilderness of No Return. Regardless of the season, Idaho has so much to offer for those who love the outdoors. The issue over who controls the lands of the Gem State has captured the attention of conservationists, local politicians, and now a prominent United States Senator from Utah, Mike Lee.
Silent, Deadly, and Closer Than You Think: Idaho’s Snake Season Puts Residents at Risk

1 week ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

It's official, summer has arrived in Idaho and the rest of the free world. Summer in Idaho is a special time of endless hours of daylight, world class hiking and hidden dangers that can spring up immediately. Idaho, unlike some states, does have four seasons of weather. Spring was exceptionally wet, which means it will take a few more weeks before we hit the trails around Boise and the state.
Idahoan Tells The Senate Biden's Autopen Needs To Be Investigated

1 week ago | kidotalkradio.com | Kevin Miller

It isn't every day that an Idahoan appears before the United States Senate Judiciary Committee. But as we all know, we're not living in ordinary times. This week, Theo Wold of the Claremont Institute testified before the committee during a hearing to determine President Biden's competency during his final years in office. One of the many issues discussed yesterday was whether or not President Biden was mentally capable of running the country while in office.
Popular Soda Flavors Disappearing Soon in Idaho

1 week ago | kidotalkradio.com | Michelle Heart

Most Idahoans have a fizzy favorite. It might be an ice-cold Mountain Dew they grab on the way home from a summer hike or a nostalgic Pepsi from a gas station soda fountain. Soda’s part of the daily routine. But recently? Access to the sugary beverages has come into the spotlight as several states, including Idaho, are moving to ban people enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program from purchasing them with their benefits.