Sofia Blenkinsop
Newsroom InternEducation: Boise State University
Highlights
- Vinyl record collector
- Three-time Idaho Press Club award winner
- Formidable opponent in trivia
Experience
I joined Boise State Public Radio in 2023 and have since covered everything from fireworks to Christmas trees during my time as an intern. Whether it’s drafting interview questions or editing soundbites, I love diving into each and every part of the journalistic storytelling process. I’m an Honors College student at Boise State University, where I major in Interdisciplinary Studies with minors in Communication and Media Studies. I’m also earning two certificates, one in French and one in Content Production.
Professionally, my experience includes news writing, interviewing, audio editing, and podcast production, plus some graphic design and digital marketing. But this list is far from exhaustive –– I’m always learning new things.
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Mayor McLean has announced her pick for Boise’s next Chief of Police after narrowing candidates to three finalists last month. -
The Red Lion Hotel Downtowner started housing families and people requiring medical care in 2020 in an agreement with the Interfaith Sanctuary –– but that wont't be the case for much longer. -
Following a string of record-breaking temperatures, many Idahoans are looking for ways to beat the heat like staying indoors, floating the river and using cooling devices. The City of Boise is participating in an urban heat study this summer to combat the effects of climate change. -
A wildfire burning east of Kendrick, Idaho, has prompted evacuations across Nez Perce and Latah Counties. -
With wildfire season ramping up in the West, smoke has contributed to more polluted air across the Treasure Valley. -
Ada and Canyon Counties saw eviction filings dramatically increase between 2022 and 2023. -
With much of Idaho under an excessive heat warning through Saturday, some of Boise’s most vulnerable populations are turning to shelters for relief. -
The Billy Creek Fire, located south of Lewiston, has burned more than 3,000 acres since Wednesday. -
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling that evolved from a Boise case says cities can ban camping on public property – hear how local homeless shelters are responding. -
As temperatures increase, local officials warn that harmful algal blooms are also on the rise.
