Wildfire Smoke & Air Quality: AirNow and state agencies reported widespread unhealthy air across the West, including Idaho, with wildfire smoke and high ozone pushing PM2.5 into “unhealthy” or worse levels; officials urged people to stay indoors, limit exertion, and take extra care if they have asthma, heart or breathing conditions. Nez Perce Reservation Health Advisory: The Nez Perce Tribe issued an air quality advisory for the reservation, warning wildfire smoke may worsen and noting extra risk for kids, elders, pregnant people, and anyone with asthma or heart or breathing problems; burn permits were paused during the advisory. Bear Safety in Idaho Parks: A jogger was attacked by a bear while running with a dog on the Aspen Loop Trail at Henrys Lake State Park; the injured man was taken to Madison Memorial Hospital, and the park instituted a one-week closure of the trail system while Fish and Game investigated. Mental Health in the Spotlight: Former NFL and Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey died by suicide at 38; his family and community are highlighting the importance of mental health support and discussing possible long-term brain health concerns. Food Safety Recalls: FDA/USDA recall updates included Amy’s Organic Lentil Soup (sold in Idaho) recalled over a can pull-tab spoilage risk, plus a separate bacon recall affecting Idaho retailers due to import reinspection issues. Local Care & Access: Intermountain Health moves to become the sole owner of Idaho Falls Community Hospital, signaling continued consolidation in regional hospital ownership.