Snow

More than 100 years ago, a professor in the Mountain West invented a tool and technique to measure the amount of water in a snowpack — a discovery that still lives on to this day.

New research shows less snow is falling in many parts of the U.S., including the Mountain West, a region that relies heavily on snow.

The Boise School District covers 450 square miles, which is a lot of roadway to look at when officials are trying to decide whether or not to call a "snow day." Idaho Matters takes a look at what goes into making this decision.

For about two decades, Idaho has been changing the weather through a process called cloud seeding. It gives clouds a boost to produce more precipitation like snow.

For the record, the Boise School District “will not cancel school on days with normal wintery conditions,” according to the district’s official policy. That said, they’re quick to add, “the Boise School District’s primary concern is for the safety of all students.”

When it comes to winter activities tubing is often a favorite. Sadly, one of Idaho's most popular tubing spots is closed. Idaho Matters takes a look at the closure and when we might expect it to open again.

The 100-mile and 300-mile races of the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge have been canceled amid an unseasonably warm winter.

Jay Breidenbach with the National Weather Service in Boise says most of the snow could be gone by next week.

The Ada County Highway District has had their hands full lately, especially with all the snow. Idaho Matters sits down with ACHD to talk about the work they are doing to keep roadways safe.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the risks and rewards of the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge.