This week, we sit down with Idaho's Democratic congressional candidates Kaylee Peterson and David Roth. Plus, we visit Twin Falls where the state Department of Agriculture is working to eradicate invasive quagga mussels from the Snake River.

Idaho Reports airs Friday at 8 p.m. on Idaho Public Television

New execution plan allows IDOC to access central vein, without in-person witnesses

A central vein is a major vein in the body, usually in the chest, neck or groin. Execution witnesses will see a live audio and video feed of the execution preparation room where IVs are inserted, rather than witnessing it through glass as prior executions allowed.

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Death warrant signed, execution set for Nov. 13

The medical team failed to establish an IV line in February — despite efforts in Thomas Creech’s hands, arms, legs and feet – and the attempt was called off.

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Ninth Circuit sides with Thomas Creech same day Idaho issues death warrant

The appellate court’s decision revolves around whether U.S. District Judge Amanda Brailsford should have recused herself from a February complaint due to her relationship with Ada County Prosecutor Jan Bennetts. The decision from the appellate court does not stop the scheduled execution on Nov. 13, but it could make it easier for Creech’s counsel to file a new request for a stay of execution.

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Quagga Mussel Eradication

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Associate producer Logan Finney speaks with Director Chanel Tewalt from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture about the multi-agency approach to eradicating quagga mussels and the environmental impacts on the Snake River.

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State public defender fills most vacant positions

The new State Public Defender's Office said in early August about 77% of SPD employees would receive a salary increase, 7% of salaries would remain the same, and 15% of employees would see a decrease from their existing county pay rate.

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