homeless

A roundtable is coming up tomorrow to talk about rising homelessness in Boise, and it comes at a time when Boise has more people than ever in need of housing.

Everyone in Boise has access to dignified housing, right? Not exactly. But the City of Boise is doing something to tackle the homeless issue, and you've got a chance to be part of it.

There is no doubt that the wildfires in California, Oregon, Washington, and other parts of Idaho have taken their toll on the Treasure Valley. You can't look out the window or set foot outside without being reminded of the acres of wilderness being burned up...

If you see a scarf hanging on a tree outside around Boise, or even inside the mall on one of those Christmas trees, it's no accident.

There's meaning behind the scarves left lying around town, and those who find them "fitting" can keep them.

You might remember back in March, we told you about a program that the City of Boise was starting to help put the homeless to work. It's worked so well that it's growing.

As the weather starts to change and temperatures drop, Boise's Interfaith Sanctuary is expanding their hours to better serve families in need during the cold of winter.

The conversation of how best to help our homeless population get back on their feet has had many different ideas. One that's moving forward in a new development in Boise.

Over the last year, the City of Boise closed down the homeless encampment under the Connector (and next to the Interfaith Sanctuary). Now, some are returning to the area.

Imagine being outside for the entire day under the Idaho sun. Now add to the fact that you have no way to stay cool or prevent a sunburn. The homeless are in need of your donations during the hot summer months.

A Boise teen has come up with a new recipe involving chicken and cheese that sounds pretty awesome, and she did it to help our homeless population. It makes a batch big enough to serve a huge crowd, so you may want to try it too at your next big event too.