Month: December 2015

Yellow Cab of Pocatello is offering free rides tonight for anyone unable to drive due to alcohol or any other kind of impairment. The aim is to keep more drunk drivers off our roads. And to keep our roads safe, considering the snow and ice is a big enough potential driving hazard as it is.

Speed limits will be reduced on state highways near two schools beginning Monday. The Idaho Transportation Department said the speed limit on Idaho 48 west of Rigby will be reduced during school hours to 35 miles per hour near Rigby High School, Rigby Middle School, Jefferson and Farnsworth Elementary schools. Crews have installed new speed

You’re likely wondering why it’s so cold outside. Well it is definitely COLD! In fact temperatures across the Northern Rockies were rivaling the coldest temps in North America this morning. Temperatures in Idaho Falls, Pocatello and Jackson Hole were all colder than the observations in Alaska this morning. Now that says a lot! A polar

A Utah couple was arrested in a Pocatello grocery store parking lot at 330 E. Benton Street shortly after 11 p.m. Wednesday. According to reports, Pocatello Police had a warrant for James Evans, 41, when they spotted his car in the parking lot. When police approached the vehicle they found Evans and Hillarie Kaye Reed,

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The Bingham Crisis Center in Blackfoot will be able to remain open thanks to Bob’s Sheet Metal. The company is going to install a new furnace for the center next week, even though the center doesn’t have the money to pay the full bill. “The last time a repair man came to fix it for

Wednesday the Idaho Falls Police Department and the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office celebrated the retirement of two special officers, K9 Zeke and K9 Bart. Zeke has been with IFPD for nine years; Bart has been with the BCSO for 10 years. Zeke was a dual-purpose dog, trained in explosive detection and apprehending criminals. He and

Donating to thrift shops is often what comes to mind during spring cleaning, but if you want to get one more tax deduction for your 2015 tax return, now might be a good time. “We’re a nonprofit industry, therefore all the donations made to us are tax deductions,” saidKelly Glissmeyer, the Rexburg Deseret Industries store

The Fort Hall Indian Reservation was pleased to announce Wednesday it is now the first Purple Heart Reservation in the country. The ceremony took place at the Tribal Business Center this morning for all to see. The Fort Hall Business Council and local Fort Hall Veterans Organization presented the proclamation. “This is a big deal.

Many of us know what it’s like to get a jury duty summons in the mail. However, 22 people faced a Bonneville County Judge Wednesday to explain why they couldn’t serve their civic duty. Judge Stephen Clark called each juror up one by one, each person recounting a different story on why they couldn’t make

The Idaho Falls Police have arrested 38-year-old Christopher J. Miller for aggravated assault after he dangled a child over an eighth floor balcony ledge Tuesday night. Miller of Plymouth, Indiana, was booked into the Bonneville County Jail. Idaho Falls Police reports say officers responded to the Hotel on the Falls, 475 River Parkway, around 10

Update: Idaho Falls has agreed to an initial contract with Hunt Design for $750,000 to implement the city’s new wayfinding and signage program. $400,000 was budgeted in 2015. The contract covers all new city signage including parking signs, directional signs, and attractions. The project was approved after two years of stakeholder meetings. The contract price

Family and friends are celebrating the third birthday of missing toddler DeOrr Kunz Jr. Wednesday night. The vigil starts a 6 p.m. at Watersprings Church in Idaho falls. After the candlelight service, cupcakes will be served. “Happy Birthday baby DeOrr mommy and day love and miss you dearly,” Jessica Mitchell said in a written statement.

The number of grizzly bear deaths or removals in the Yellowstone National Park region has climbed to an all-time high this year, but biologists aren’t worried about the animal’s long-term survival. They say the deaths of 55 bears shouldn’t interfere with plans to remove federal protections from grizzlies, which are listed as threatened in the

Jay B. Heusser,58, of Preston was killed Tuesday when his pickup rolled over near milepost 29 on Interstate 84 in Utah. The Utah Highway Patrol said Heusser’s 2010 Dodge 4500 pickup went through the median and rolled off the eastbound side of the interstate. Heusser was travelling westbound when his front left tire separated. His

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Two people were taken to the hospital following a crash on Highway 26 Tuesday night. According to Idaho State Police the crash happened around 6:45 p.m. about 10 miles east of Ririe. 38-year-old Joshua Ceci of Idaho Falls was driving west in a Subaru Legacy wagon. 50-year-old Michael Murphy of Driggs was driving east in

It’s playtime at the McCormick house. Parents Emily and Cameron have fun with Conner and Clara as they play with their Christmas toys. Now they feel it’s time to look forward to a new year and New Year’s resolutions. Emily is eager to get some help with her goals, so she gets some help from

“Let them be and let them pass through,” said Regional Conservation Officer Scott Wright of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Winter is in full swing, which means wildlife, deer, elk, and moose can be seen more often that not in your backyard. Wright says to not approach them. “They can injure themselves or

Idaho State Police are cracking down on people not buckling up. This year ISP has issued almost 7,000 seat belt tickets, said Lieutenant Chris Weadick. Another issue it’s dealing with is people driving too fast for conditions affected by weather. Even with wet and slick roads, troopers see drivers going 80 miles per hour or

If your kids love animals and they are bored over the Christmas break, you may want to take them to the Idaho Falls zoo at Tautphaus Park. It is hosting a series of learning classes for kids from ages 2 to 13. They will get the chance to learn about the animals, such as the

Lawmakers will be headed to Boise in the news few weeks for the upcoming legislative session. Local representatives expect education to be one of the big issues. “I think the commitment the Legislature made last session is a long term commitment,” Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Bonneville County, said. “I don’t anticipate any trouble trying to fund

UPDATE 4p: I-84 near Declo is open again after 5 tractor-trailers crashed Tuesday morning. ———— Earlier story: A multi-vehicle crash on a bridge over the Snake River in south-central Idaho resulted in no injuries but closed both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 84 on Tuesday. The Idaho State Police say five tractor-trailers and

LeRoy Wilde received a new free furnace from a Aire Force One, a heating and cooling company that wanted to keep Wilde warm for this holiday season. This is their 6th annual event of giving a free furnace away to someone in need. “I appreciate it. I’ve been friends with Wayne for 45 years now,”

The Public Works Department will be repairing a broken water main on Lincoln Road just east of Northgate Mile Monday night and Tuesday. Traffic flows will be impacted. At this point, it is believed cold temperatures caused the breakage. Crews will excavate the road Monday night, followed by repair of the water main and patch

Idaho Falls Public Works Department crews have completed repair of a broken water main on Lincoln Road just east of Northgate Mile. Cold temperatures were blamed for causing the break. During repairs, eastbound thru traffic on Lincoln Road was often reduced to one lane. Traffic routes were expected to return to normal Tuesday afternoon.

The Grand Teton National Park Foundation has gifted $2,780,000 to the park over the past twelve months. The Foundation enabled an extensive list of visitor service, education and improvement projects. The work was funded through generous gifts from a national network of donors. Among other things, the program helped college interns gain park work experience,

Proponents of a legislative proposal that would allow Utah residents with chronic pain to consume edible marijuana products have found a face for their cause. Enedina Stanger is a Mormon mother who suffers with a rare genetic disorder that causes devastating spasms and common joint dislocations that force her to use a wheelchair. Stanger went

Officials say drought has caused water levels in the northern portion of Utah’s Great Salt Lake to drop to a historic low for the second year in a row. Utah’s Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Geological Survey said Tuesday that the northern arm’s water level fell to 4,191.6 feet in November. That’s a

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Geological Survey plan to study the effects of spaying as a way to limit wild horse numbers in southwest Wyoming. The BLM is taking public comments on a proposal to put tracking devices on male and female wild horses during a population-control roundup next summer or fall.

A 19-year-old Nampa man died after the vehicle he was driving collided with a train in Kuna in southwest Idaho. The Ada County Coroner’s Office in a news release Tuesday says Peter Justin Francois died Monday afternoon of blunt force trauma. Coroner Dotti Owens listed the collision as an accident. The Ada County Sheriff’s Office

A second Utah teenager has filed a federal lawsuit against an imprisoned former Davis High School English teacher, the school and officials over her sexual contact with underage students. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that the lawsuit says school officials should have known that 36-year-old Brianne Altice had inappropriate relationships with minors before she was

The city of Idaho Falls is resolving to improve its customer service in 2016. Spokesperson Kerry McCullough said the city would offer an extended hour for utility customers to pay their bills. The utility office inside City Hall will be open until 6 p.m. on Mondays. A drop box is also located in the City

Utah’s first gas tax increase since 1997 will take effect Friday, adding 4.9 cents per gallon of gasoline and diesel. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that gasoline retailers have not said whether they will pass the tax increase on to consumers immediately. The State Tax Commission estimates the increase will generate about $76 million a

Rumor has it President Barack Obama will be issuing an executive action soon to expand firearm background checks to private sales as well. Right now, only those with federal firearm licenses need to perform a background check when someone buys a firearm. Those who sell privately or at gun shows aren’t required to. Davy Crockett

During the Christmas break, college apartment complexes are targets for burglary. Rexburg Police Department reported four instances of burglary or suspicious activity within a three-day period.All of these reports occurred at apartment complexes. On Dec. 24. Police found an open door at a complex. The apartment was searched but no one was there.Dec. 25. Officers

People who live in Rexburg are being called to action by recently elected Mayor Jerry Merrill. He’s put out a survey asking for input of what people want to see happening in Rexburg over his time as mayor. The mayor said his main goal is: “Through small and simple things, let’s make Rexburg great.” He

If your electricity or gas bill doubles in the winter, you may need to winterize your home. Preparing your home for winter includes providing more insulation in attics, sealing up leaky windows and doors, cleaning rain gutters, furnaces and wood burning stoves, and protecting water pipes. Winterizing your home may decrease your heating bills. An

Some pretty serious health risks, like frostbite, come with the frigid temps. It doesn’t take long for it to kick in and sometimes people don’t even realize it’s happening. “Most of the time, they are a delayed-type situation, “I’d been out skiing, I skied last weekend and it’s just not getting any better,’” Troy Walker,

Authorities are looking for an Oregon man and an Idaho man following the shooting in the head of another man in eastern Oregon near the Idaho border. Police on Monday say they are seeking 35-year-old Daniel Bermudez Miranda of Ontario, Oregon, and 22-year-old Felimon Guillen Montaz Jr. of Payette, Idaho. Deputies with the Malheur County

Southwest Idaho authorities say a man shot by police over the weekend in Homedale pulled a gun and fired. Canyon County Sheriff Kieran Donahue at a Monday news conference says Gilbert Heredia is in critical condition at a local hospital following the exchange of gunfire with police at about 3 p.m. Saturday. An officer with

Authorities have identified the southwest Idaho married couple found dead in their home as 90-year-old Mildred Thompson and 88-year-old Thomas Thompson. Canyon County Coroner Vicki DeGeus-Morris tells the Idaho Statesman in a story Monday that the couple likely died due to carbon monoxide poisoning after a vehicle was left running in the garage. Their bodies

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has lifted an air quality advisory for the Salmon area. As of Monday morning, DEQ notified Salmon residents that air quality is currently in the “moderate” category because of high levels of fine particulate matter. People who are unusually sensitive to air pollution may experience health impacts and should

The holidays are over and some people may be thinking of trading in the snow climate for a tropical view. Cheap Air reports that January and part of February are considered to be a dead zone or off-peak period, for most airlines that begins once Christmas and New Year’s Eve flights come to an end.

The Utah chapter of Planned Parenthood is appealing a federal judge’s ruling allowing the state’s Republican governor to cut off federal funds to the organization. The Planned Parenthood Association of Utah filed a notice Sunday night asking the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver to block Gov. Gary Herbert’s order cutting off the funds.

Despite an extension that will allow Idaho residents to fly commercially and enter federal facilities in 2016, lawmakers are being asked to handle compliance issues with Idaho driver’s licenses and the REAL ID Act. The Coeur D’Alene Press reports that Idaho-issued licenses and identification cards do not meet the 39 requirements that the U.S. Department

A Wyoming lawmaker is proposing raising the minimum wage in the state to $9.50 an hour from $5.15. The Casper Star-Tribune reports that Rep. Jim Byrd, D-Cheyenne, is sponsoring a bill to raise the wage. He has petitioned for increasing the minimum wage since 2014. Wyoming’s minimum wage is the lowest in the country, along

An Arizona woman who is fighting breast cancer received a package for Christmas from Firth, Idaho. The crazy thing, she doesn’t know anyone from Idaho. It all started with a GoFundMe page to help pay for Colleen Treacy’s medical expenses. When Hagen heard about it, he wanted to do more than donate over the internet.

PINEDALE, Wyo. (AP) – Federal officials are asking for volunteers to help with a national bald eagle survey. The survey by the federal Bureau of Land Management will begin in Pinedale in January. Volunteers will be given instructions on how to identify bald eagles and details of the survey. According to the Rock Springs Rocket-Miner

Parking lots were still crowded at shops throughout the area. It seems that the Christmas shopping hype doesn’t really go away once the 25th is past. Mitchell Gray, store manager of The Nayborhood, said, “No, no, it’s going to be busy for a while.” It’s time to move out inventory for the new season, which

A “suspicious device” that brought the bomb squad to a Boise homeless shelter was just a make-shift battery pack used to light up the star on the top of the Christmas tree. KTVB-TV reports one of the shelter’s tech-savvy guests had made the battery pack out of a toilet paper roll, batteries, saran wrap and

One person was taken to a Boise-area hospital following an officer-involved shooting in Homedale. KBOI-TV reports the shooting happened around 3 p.m. Saturday when a Homedale Police officer and a Owyhee County deputy were called to a home for a by a family member. Owhyee County Sheriff Perry Grant says someone answered the door with

Top sellers bring in people this holiday season, and that’s the 4K TVs. HD is soon to be a thing of the past with 4K TVs now bringing in much higher quality and resolution than ever before. “It’s really the smart TVs items, tablets, that are the big, hottest items on people’s want list,” said

Update: As of 10:30 p.m. Thursday night Idaho Power reports power has been restored. Original Story: Idaho Power is currently working to restore power to around 1,300 customers in the Pocatello/Chubbuck area following a car vs. pole accident. The outage is in the area of Tyhee to Highway 30 and out to the airport. Crews

Lots of last minute Christmas shoppers are out and about, going about clear, snow-free roads. Travels for those that go beyond the department stores are looking smooth as well. Pocatello Transportation Dept. says they’re ready to plow or salt roads in case anything changes. Traveling the I-15 South is looking smooth as well for today’s

One of the must-have gifts for 2015 is earning an extra set of warnings from the Pocatello Fire Department and the State of Idaho Department of Insurance. Hoverboards, while popular, have also reportedly been catching fire while charging and in use according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. In a statement December 16,

A South Fremont High School teacher battling pancreatic cancer checks off an item from his bucket list- seeing Star Wars The Force Awakens. A lot of us have that one teacher that forever leaves and imprint on our hearts. “He’s just always been there for me,” said one student. Which is why as William Farley

With Christmas Day just hours away it looks like the roads will be clear for travel for almost everywhere in Eastern Idaho. A localized snow storm is covering Idaho Falls in snow, but snow removal teams are working to keep roads clear across Bonneville County. Before you hit the roads today make sure to check

Last minute shoppers hit the stores to finish off their Christmas shopping. With just hours left until Christmas, people turned to retailers for discounted items. At Target, shoppers filled their carts full of ribbons and wrapping paper. Some shoppers didn’t mind the crowds, Shelli Chambers went out to buy a couple more gifts for people

The Salvation Army’s bell ringers have been spotted throughout eight stores throughout this holiday season. Service Coordinator of the Salvation Army Darin Fisher said so far, bell ringers have brought in around $60,000 this year alone. “It’s more than last year.” Fisher said it will help to maintain their Salvation Army facility here in Pocatello.

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for the city of Salmon and the surrounding area. Air quality is currently considered unhealthy for sensitive individuals.When air quality is very unhealthy, the entire population is more likely to be affected. Sensitive persons should avoid all physical activity outdoors. Everyone else should

Here are the final winners for Local New 8’s Ugly Christmas Sweater contest for 2015. 1st place Cindy Schenck wins 1/2 dozen sweet cinnamon rolls from Mrs. Powell’s 2nd place Kelly Gay wins $5 gift certificate from Mrs. Powell’s 3rd place Tammy Mastel Nardini wins one free sweet cinnamon roll from Mrs. Powell’s Thank you

Pocatello School District has responded to strong reaction of the community regarding the firing of Dalene Bowden. The district issued the following press release Thursday morning. During the last few days, comments on Facebook and other articles have raised concern over reports of a Food Service employee and a student who received a free meal.

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Earlier this week Gov. Butch Otter announced he’s formed a political action committee. Local politicians feel it’s a way for the governor to influence voters, getting them to vote for candidates at the local and state level who agree with his philosophy. “I think that’s what the PAC does, it buys support,” said Democratic legislator

A Blackfoot woman is working to make Christmas happen for as many people as she can. She’s not a millionaire, she didn’t win the lottery this season, she’s just a person looking to make people smile. “I know what that’s like when you don’t know if you’re going to haveChristmas,” said Autumn Retford, the woman

With the end of the year just around the corner, Idahoans with money left in their flex spending accounts are rushing to use it on medical expenses. “In the fourth quarter volume from a surgical standpoint increases about 25 percent,” said Josh Tolman, the Chief Administrative Officer for Mountain View Hospital. “December in particular, compared

A petition posted online to save a Pocatello lunch lady’s job has nearly 60-thousand supporters Wednesday afternoon. The petition (http://www.thepetitionsite.com/393/046/931/do-not-let-a-child-suffer-need-a-hot-lunch/) is asking Dalene Bowden be reinstated her job in the lunch room at Irving Middle School in Pocatello. Bowden was apparently fired from her job for giving free lunch to a 12-year-old girl who didn’t

Representatives from Idaho’s Congressional Delegation, representatives from Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter’s office and the City of Pocatello were at City Hall Wednesday. They all gathered to celebrate the opening of South Valley Road. A ribbon cutting immediately afterward on the new highway. Mayor Brian Blad says we will finally see the effort and perseverance pay

Winters in Idaho can be tough. They can be even worse if the power goes out during a storm. However, there are ways to be prepared. Rusty Deveraux from the American Red Cross said that it’s better to be safe than sorry. “They need to anticipate that this could happen, make a plan, and be

Idaho State Police have been investigating a crash on US Highway 20 that killed one at around 8 a.m. Wednesday morning. The crash happened around 5 miles east of Ashton at milepost 367, going up the Ashton Hill. David Brallier, age 73, of Annandale, VA was westbound on US-20 in a Toyota Corrola when he

Bingham County Prosecutor Cleve Colson announced today that Russell Clark Leonardson pleaded guilty to two counts of grand theft by embezzlement. Leonardson could be sentenced to 14 years in prison and/or a $5,000 fine on each count. Leonardson has also agreed to pay a restitution amount of $1.7 million dollars for the thefts from Idaho

A long standing nativity painting in the city of Rupert has been removed after pressure from a legal foundation fighting for the separation of church and state. The city of Rupert has long been known as Christmas City USA. Now a local resident and the powerful legal foundation has started to chip away at that

2:30 Update: I-84 to the Utah border has reopened to traffic. Idaho Falls City spokeswoman,Kerry McCullough, responded to us when asked about issuing a snow proclamation to clear residential street. She said, “We do not anticipate issuing a snow proclamation at this point. The street department does have extra crews and equipment out right now

A settlement approved Wednesday by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission will raise rates for Rocky Mountain Power customers in 2016. The decision allows the company to transfer some of its variable power supply expense into permanent rate base rates. It also prevents another base rate increase until January 1, 2018 at the earliest. The settlement

Pocatello marked the work of decades Wednesday as a ceremonial ribbon- cutting officially opened the South Valley Road. “There have been many times this project looked like it could have ended but one thing has remained constant, the will of so many to see it through to the end,” said Mayor Brian Blad. Blad joined

Idaho Transportation Department said blowing and drifting snow has forced the closure of Interstate 84 between I-86 interchange and the Utah boarder. Heavy snow is forecast through the morning and may be ending this afternoon. But winds are a concern across the region with gusts up to 45 mph. Winter weather advisory remains in effect

Here are the winners of Local News 8’s ugly sweater contest for Wednesday, December 23. 1st place: Ty Blacker’s submission of a photo of Angela Henrickson wins 1/2 dozen sweet cinnamon rolls from Mrs. Powell’s. 2nd place: Michelle Davis wins $5 gift certificate from Mrs. Powell’s. 3rd place: The submission known only as Princess Squeaky

Using donated property and in cooperation with Madison County, the Idaho Fish and Game Department is proposing to construct a new boat launch on the South Fork of the Teton River. The agency plans to create an access point on the Teton River below Rexburg. It would allow boat traffic from that point to the

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Here’s an update on our last “Pay It Forward” story. Amanda French was our latest recipient of $500 from Mountain America Credit Union. She likes to crochet and has done many fundraisers and nonprofit events throughout the community. One of our Eyewitness News viewers, Carol Williams, saw it and wanted to pay it forward herself.

Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) accepted seven free buses from Utah Regional Authority. The buses will replace older vehicles in the PRT fleet for better safety and less maintenance issues. The buses were provided to the City of Pocatello at no charge courtesy of a grantee to grantee transfer authorized by the Federal Transit Administration. “These

On Tuesday, the Museum of Idaho accepted a $500,000 grant to fund their expansion campaign project. The National Endowment for the Humanities awarded the donation. Congressman Mike Simpson said they have been working with the museum for almost seven years to make this possible. “These grants are awarded on a competitive basis and only 10

The dentist is hosting their free dental day Wednesday, Dec. 23 for those experiencing high levels of acute or chronic dental pain, without the means to pay for treatment. SmileMakers have a limited number of 60 patients that will be allowed for free treatment, fillings, extractions, etc. Each of the 60 people will be given

Some people estimate by 2022 it will cost $90,000 to receive a college education at a public university. Idaho’s 529 college savings program, IDeal, said with a cost that high it’s never too early to start saving. IDeal offers college savings accounts that can be opened for anyone by any friend or family members. “They

After an investigation of the case, the Tri-County investigation team has determined that Brian J. Mitchell took his own life while in his cell at the Bonneville County Jail. According to the report released by the Bonneville County Sheriff’s office and the Office of the Prosecuting attorney today, a Bonneville County Jail Deputy found Mitchell

A skier died of injuries suffered at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming Tuesday. The resort issued a statement saying someone spotted the woman unconscious among a group of trees on the Sundance Run at around 11 a.m. Tuesday. The victim was identified as 25 year old Kelsey Hewitt of Portland, Oregon. Preliminary investigation indicates

Jackson Police arrested an armed burglary suspect at around 2:30 a.m. Saturday. Dietrich Paul Ackerman, 24, of Jackson was arrested on felony charges of aggravated burglary and misdemeanor reckless endangerment. Police were called to the Berger Lane area in south Jackson when a person saw a man breaking into vehicles. He said the suspect had

The Southeast Idaho Critical Incident Team has concluded the death of Jesus G. Contreras was caused by a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Contreras was found dead after a police pursuit on October 31, 2015 on the Fort Hall reservation. Blackfoot Police were involved in the pursuit, which began as a domestic violence investigation in Bannock County.

Here are the winners of Local News 8’s ugly sweater contest for Tuesday, December 22. 1st place: Sabrina Phillips wins 1/2 dozen sweet cinnamon rolls from Mrs. Powell’s. 2nd place: Bobbie Steffensen wins $5 gift certificate from Mrs. Powell’s. 3rd place: Jessica Storer Jacobsen wins one free sweet cinnamon roll from Mrs. Powell’s. Winners of

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is planning avalanche control work on two regional highways. The Hoback River Canyon on US 191 will be closed at 4 p.m. However, WYDOT said deteriorating weather conditions could force an earlier closure. Travelers should plan accordingly. Teton Pass on WY22 is scheduled for closure at 3 a.m. Tuesday. Like

SkyWest Airlines will operate a third roundtrip Delta flight to the Pocatello Airport beginning March 2, 2016. Pocatello Regional Airport Manager David Allen said the additional Delta Connection service would significantly increase daily service between the airport and Salt Lake International Airport. “We are beyond thrilled with the news,” said David Allen, Pocatello Regional Airport

The Lemhi County Prosecuting Attorney has announced that he will not file charges against Lemhi County Sheriff Lynn Bowerman in the April 6th, 2015 incident in Leadore in which Blair Kauer was shot by Sheriff Bowerman after a high-speed traffic chase. “Mr. Kauer was shot and wounded after threatening Sheriff Bowerman with a rifle,” said

A pedestrian is in the hospital tonight after being hit by a car near Ucon. Idaho State Police say the accident happened around 9 p.m. Monday on Highway 20 at milepost 316. Hillary Granger of Sherwood, Oregon was westbound in a Ford Explorer. Granger swerved to miss a person crossing the roadway in front of

It’s ski season and with these big winter storms night skiing at Kelly Canyon is open. “It’s not too choppy yet, which I like,” said snowboarder Morgan Boyce. “It’s lots of powder and it’s still coming down, so it’s going to be nice.” Kelly Canyon opened Thursday for the season, and night skiing enthusiasts were

Monday marks the busiest delivery day of the year for postal services, and the chaos is only getting started. Many people flocked to local UPS and USPS locations to get their presents to their final destinations. “We’re kind of used to it, this is our time of year to shine,” said Jim Alvord, station manager

Jesse Bruce, the man charged with involuntary manslaughter of Lric Elkins death this summer was sentenced to 10 years in prison Monday. Elkins was stabbed in the lung in June after he and Bruce got into an argument on June 5. He was later found stuffed in a trash can in an apartment 139 N.

Broulim’s grocery store opened Monday in Ammon. “We’ve felt like were good enough now as an independent to be in this market. Its been awhile until we felt like we were good enough, we felt like we could execute properly,” said Robert Broulim, president. They gave out free samples such as sushi and Chinese food

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