Month: November 2017

Eastern Idaho is experiencing a bit of a late November heat wave, as temperatures for the next few days will be 10-20 degrees above average. However, a few disturbances riding up over the warmth-giving ridge will bring us a chance of light showers late Thursday and into Friday. The weekend looks calm before a more

Safe Haven Care Center officials say they have received considerable interest from members of the public who would like to donate clothes, personal items, and financial support to victims of the fire last weekend. Safe Haven President and CEO Scott Burpee was pleased all 49 residents were safely evacuated. “What’s unfortunate is that most of

Imagine putting in expensive carpet, only to have it slowly destroyed by something you cannot see. KIDK Eyewitness News 3 anchor Todd Kunz talked with a local woman who is dealing with the problem. He also talked with an exterminator to find out how to solve the problem and the signs to look for in

The U.S. Forest Service is rethinking protection plans for sage grouse in six Western states after a U.S. court agreed with mining companies that the agency illegally created some safeguards in Nevada. The agency announced Tuesday that it’s working with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, which also is reviewing its plans for the struggling

For the second consecutive year, Stinker Stores are celebrating a record-breaking effort in their annual “Stomp Out Hunger” campaign. From November 3 to November 13, Stinker Stores customers all over the state were encouraged to add donations to their final totals at the register. This year customers raised $56,772, and Stinker Stores added another $25,000

Kitchen accidents are a leading cause of fires and home injuries, according to Rocky Mountain Power. Keeping an eye on the stove, staying in the home while food is in the oven and keeping children a safe distance away from cooking appliances are paramount to kitchen safety. In addition, there are a number of electrical

Volunteers play a big part in the community, especially around the holidays. Joy and Jerry Chrisian have been volunteering at the Community Food Bank for years. “It’s fulfilling,” Joy said. “I love helping other people, and being able to help people with food, especially in the winter is very satisfying for me.” This organization feeds

Eastern Idaho is experiencing a bit of a late November heat wave, as temperatures for the next few days will be 10-20 degrees above average. However, a few disturbances riding up over the warmth-giving ridge will bring us a chance of light showers today, and then again late Thursday and into Friday. The weekend looks

GIRLS H.S. BASKETBALL*Madison 47 Idaho Falls 34 Hillcrest 35*Twin Falls 46 *South Fremont 50 Ririe 47 Sugar-Salem 37 *Firth 39 Teton 35*Snake River 48 *North Fremont 44Shelley 36 Mackay 42 *Salmon 47 *Lighthouse Christian 66Castleford 36

Thursday and Friday’s garbage collection for Idaho Falls and Pocatello residents will be delayed by one day because of the Thanksgiving holiday. In Idaho Falls, all commercial and residential garbage collection will be one day late. Thursday’s collection will be Friday, and Friday’s collection will be Saturday. Pocatello officials report garbage, recycling, yard waste and

Stores are gearing up for the holiday season. While Friday is a big day for large stores, Saturday is known as a day to shop small businesses. There are many benefits to shopping local. “Just the personal things,” Franki Browning, an employee of Lemon Meringue, said. “You’ll never find what we’ve got in a big

According to the East Idaho Aquarium Facebook Page, the aquarium closed early, around 5 p.m. Tuesday. The post said the following: Officials said they had a problem with the shark tank after one of the seams broke. Employees are working on cleaning up the mess and finding a solution. East Idaho Aquarium employees report no

The National Park Service is giving people more time to weigh in on a proposed fee increase at 17 of its most popular parks. Visitors would be charged $70 per vehicle, up from the current $30 fee, during the five busiest months of the year. At others, the hike is from $25 to $70. The

A federal court has blocked thousands of domestic sheep from being released to graze in eastern Idaho where environmental groups say they jeopardize a small herd of bighorn sheep with deadly viruses. U.S. Magistrate Judge Candy Dale on Monday granted the temporary restraining order sought by Western Watersheds Project and WildEarth Guardians in a lawsuit

No one was seriously injured in a two-car crash at the intersection of 15 East and Iona Road near Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon. A silver Mazda hit a red Buick, sending the Buick into a field. An ambulance was dispatched, but no one was transported. Traffic was backed up while an officer waved traffic through

A Boise man will spend a year on probation after pleading guilty to dumping acid into his apartment sink, according to U.S. Attorney Bart Davis. James Findlay,22, of Boise pleaded guilty August 28 to unlawfully discharging waste into the Boise sewage system between April 2012 and October 2014. In a plea agreement, Findlay said he

A ridge of high pressure is building over the western United States, which means well above average temperatures through the weekend. However, several disturbances will ride over the ridge, giving us a chance of showers with cloud cover through today and tomorrow. We’ll get a break for Thanksgiving, but another slight chance of showers exists

An Idaho Falls man was sentenced to 7 years in prison, followed by 8 years of supervised release for accessing with intent to view, child pornography. Thomas Wayne Anderson, 57, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill Monday in U.S. District Court in Pocatello. Winmill also ordered Anderson to pay $1,340.75 in restitution

Rexburg Police report four individuals had to be extricated from a vehicle after it struck a power pole on North 2nd East at 8:45 p.m. Monday. According to Capt. Randy Lewis, driver 21-year-old Alec Joe Burnside of Rexburg was driving northbound on 2nd East when his car veered across the street and crashed into a

Skiers throughout Idaho will have much to give thanks for this holiday weekend with six of the state’s ski resorts either already open for the season or opening Thursday or Friday. With 58 inches of snow at the base and 119 inches having already fallen this season, Grand Targhee and its 97 trails are 100

Brigham Young University-Idaho choir students are holding a Christmas toy drive for victim children of the Northern California fires. “Santa in Santa Rosa” is running from now to December 15, and choir student Cody Chandler asks you donate new, unwrapped gifts for ages from 0-18 at one of the donation boxes in the area. There

Opponents of two gold mines proposed near Yellowstone National Park are pressing Montana U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte to sponsor legislation that would withdraw public lands in the area from future mining. A coalition of businesses and conservation groups on Tuesday said the Republican’s support was crucial to making permanent a temporary mining ban enacted last

Thanks to record early season snowfall, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming is pushing up its opening day to Friday. Skiers and snowboarders will be able to access three lifts a day earlier than scheduled. Several other lifts are scheduled to open the following day. Resort spokeswoman Anna Cole said the early opening came to

In honor of the cows who suffered and died in a truck crash on Interstate 15 in Blackfoot on Nov. 16, PETA is planning to place a billboard near the site of their deaths at milepost 90. The billboard will show a cow’s face next to the words “I’m ME, Not MEAT. See the Individual.

Wyoming’s October unemployment rate increased to 4.2 percent, up from 4 percent in September. At the same time, the state’s labor force decreased by 7,789 people (-2.6 percent) from October of last year. According to the Department of Workforce Services, that indicates unemployed workers may have moved to other states or given up their job

This is the time of year when many people increase their focus on service to others. The Idaho Falls Humanitarian Center provides that opportunity. They serve 140 agencies from Salmon to Driggs to Pocatello. Hundreds of volunteers do everything from tying quilts for The Haven, to making homeless matts for men’s shelters so when they

Happy Thanksgiving! There is a lot going on in east Idaho. The list below is not complete though! Know of an event or closure not listed? Email who, what, when, where and all other information to natalie.nix@localnews8.com. IDAHO FALLS Thanksgiving Day November 23 Pool Closed Delayed garbage collection – All commercial and residential garbage collection

A ridge of high pressure is building over the western United States, which means well above average temperatures through the weekend. However, several disturbances will ride over the ridge, giving us a chance of showers with cloud cover through today and tomorrow. We’ll get a break for Thanksgiving, but another slight chance of showers exists

Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather around a table loaded with food, but many can’t afford that. But, there are people in the community working to change that. Kelli Marshall has been putting together Thanksgiving dinner boxes for the past 17 years. Each box contains about 18 items, all donated from various places

Lt. Gov. Brad Little is the latest gubernatorial candidate to voluntarily release his financial assets. Idaho is one of just two states that don’t require elected officeholders to disclose any of their personal financial information. Yet the topic has become a key talking point for Idaho’s 2018 gubernatorial race after first-time political candidate Tommy Ahlquist

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard announced a Turkey Day 5k will benefit the local food bank. The fun run starts at 8:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, November 23 at Rigby Lake. Admission is 5 cans of food. No admission will be charged other than the cans of food which will restock the Jefferson

Authorities say four children were removed from their home and placed in foster care after an accidental shooting left a 5-year-old wounded. The Times-News reports Gooding County Sheriff Shaun Gough says Idaho Health and Welfare was called Wednesday to investigate the children’s living conditions after a 3-year-old boy shot his 5-year-old sister with a 9mm

Idaho nonprofits and charities could suffer if Congress approves the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” in its current form. In a statement Monday, the Idaho Nonprofit Center said both the House and Senate versions raise concerns. The group said more than 87 percent of Idaho’s nonprofits will receive significant cuts in their funding. According to

The Pineapple Express is sending us a shot at sub-tropical moisture this week along with slightly warmer temps, all the way to the holiday. Much warmer air will move in starting tomorrow and last through much of the week, with temperatures 10-15 degrees above normal. Tonight: Lows in the mid 30’s with a chance of

Sometimes there are heroes among us, and we don’t even know it. Each year, the American Red Cross of Greater Idaho honors every day heroes in east Idaho. This year’s East Idaho Real Heroes event will be March 8 from noon to 1:30 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 700 Lindsay Blvd. in Idaho Falls. If

State officials say Idaho’s agriculture exports so far this year have increased 12 percent over last year. The Idaho State Department of Agriculture tells the Capital Press agricultural exports through September totaled $607 million. Officials say Idaho dairy products accounted for 22 percent of Idaho’s total export value through September, up 17 percent compared to

UPDATE: According to the Idaho Transportation Department: (The department) “conducts traffic studies to determine the appropriate speed limit to post along state highways. Traffic studies include both speed and accident analysis. Speed studies are aimed at determining the maximum speed at which 85 percent of motorists are driving. That speed is generally considered to be

UPDATE 11:52 a.m.: Idaho Falls Power said power is coming back on. According to the city of Idaho Falls, one patient was transported to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. Officials said the estimated loss of the truck is $175,000. UPDATE 11:35 a.m.: Idaho Falls Power officials report power is expected to be

Authorities in south-central Idaho are investigating after construction workers found human bones. Jerome County Sheriff Doug McFall tells The Times-News in a story on Friday that a worker preparing an excavation site found the bones within the last several days. McFall is releasing few details, saying he’s concerned people could go to the area and

Grand Teton National Park in northwest Wyoming will increase fees for various permits, including backcountry camping, weddings and non-motorized boats. Park spokesman Andrew White says the fee adjustment is part of an annual review of programs to make sure the park is recovering the cost associated with them. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports

A Utah man accused of causing an Oregon couple’s vehicle to roll three times in a road-rage incident in southern Idaho has pleaded guilty. The Times-News reports that 28-year-old Marco Antonio Garcia-Garcia of Salt Lake City entered an Alford plea last week acknowledging a jury would likely find him guilty of two counts of aggravated

An interim legislative committee is considering higher taxes on alcohol sold in Wyoming. Bills before the Interim Joint Revenue Committee would raise the sales tax on malt beverages from one-half cent per 100 milliliters to four and three-fourths centers per liter; raise the sales tax on wine and spirits an additional one cent per 750

Snow levels are starting this morning at the valley floor as a decent plume of moisture makes its way into the Gem State today. Some accumulations are possible in the Snake River Plain, but the snow will transition to rain by this afternoon. Breezy conditions will prevail today as well. Another shot of moisture is

Many places will see snow on Monday and possibly Tuesday. No snow should accumulate across the Snake River Plain on Monday. Most mountain areas can expect to get 1 to 3 inches of new snow. By the time Thursday rolls around, things will start to clear up. Temperatures will be 10-20 degrees warmer than average.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of Skyline Drive and Broadway in Idaho Falls for a report of a vehicle accident involving a school bus and a pick-up truck around 7:45 a.m. Saturday. Witnesses stated the school bus ran a red light, struck the truck and

UPDATE 11/18: The Madison County Sheriff’s Office reports all individuals in the photo above have been identified and met with deputies. The sheriff’s office no longer needs to speak to them. Officials thank everyone who helped them identify the four individuals. ORIGINAL: The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to identify the four individuals in

Smith’s Food & Drug is again offering a convenient way to reach out and help others during the holiday season with its Bringing Hope To the Table donation drive. From now until December 31, you may add a $1, $5 or $10 donation to your grocery orders. Smith’s said 100 percent of the contribution will

Thanksgiving is all about the food, but that can be an issue if you have a food allergy. One local business is looking to change the holiday season dread for those who have a gluten-free diet. Mom’s Place Gluten Free is selling a Thanksgiving Dinner Special which includes 11 of their top products. You’ll receive

Portneuf Regional Medical Center says it is housing 47 residents of the Safe Haven Center overnight. Spokesman Todd Blackinton said the hospital used all available resources to treat potential patients. But, he says, there were no injuries reported by residents or staff of Safe Haven as a result of the fire. The hospital provided food

Idaho State Police reports an injury crash occurred on US 26 near mile marker 339.1 east of Idaho Falls Saturday afternoon. According to ISP, three individuals were transported to the hospital. Officials ask you be cautious in the area.

UPDATE: 11/18 5:00 P.M. As of Saturday afternoon the fire was still burning. Crews had to wait until the membrane roof was finished burning in order to get the water where they needed it. “Part of the problem was we had to focus on getting the place evacuated first,” Nick Christensen, Incident Commander for the

Widespread power outages have been reported across much of southeastern Idaho. Rocky Mountain Power said there is a transmission outage which is affecting nine substations. That affects 8,996 customers across Idaho, Utah and Wyoming. About 4,745 of those are Idaho customers. It affects much of the following counties: Bear Lake, Rich, Lincoln and Uintah County.

Cold air still in place for Sunday and thanks to high pressure we expect a sunny close to the weekend. Another Pacific storm system is moving in for Monday. Expect rain and snow with gusty winds for the start of the workweek.We’ll look for off and on showers throughout the week leading to Thanksgiving. Sunday:

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On Friday, the snow and cold weather didn’t stop a groundbreaking ceremony in Soda Springs from happening. The Friends of the Soda Springs City Park broke ground on the new playground and splash pad. The playground is designed for all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities and special needs. The committee said they got

The holidays are right around the corner, and CBS has released its holiday TV special schedule, including favorites like “Frosty The Snowman” and “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer.” It all kicks off on Nov. 24 with Frosty. Check out the entire schedule below. Friday, November 24, 2017 FROSTY THE SNOWMAN8:00-8:30pm ET/PT FROSTY RETURNS8:30-9:00pm ET/PT ***** Saturday,

Pocatello City Councilmen voted Thursday to join Regional Economic Development for Eastern Idaho (REDI). The organization will help support the city’s new economic development program focusing on business recruitment, expansion, and retention efforts. REDI said the partnership will allow Pocatello to tap into the organization’s local, regional, and national marketing efforts and expand its affiliation

Idaho State Police confiscated 12 pounds of marijuana and $2,600 in cash during a traffic stop north of Idaho Falls on Interstate 15 Friday morning. ISP reports two people were arrested. Follow Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 for more details.

Friday was the last day of Festival of Trees in Idaho Falls. There were 79 trees on display. This 43-year-old tradition helps raise money for the Development Workshop, which is a nonprofit that provides job training for disabled people in the community. The nonprofit gets money from people and businesses who donate the trees and

Toys for Tots kicked off in Idaho Falls and it needs your help. Organizers say they are running pretty low on toys in the southeast Idaho area. Toys for Tots is a U.S. Marine Corp Reserve program that started in 1948. You are asked to donate new, unwrapped toys to drop off boxes that are

Idaho’s unemployment rate increased a tenth of a percent to 2.9 percent in October. The Idaho Department of Labor in a news release Friday says it’s the first rise in the state’s unemployment rate in eight years. The agency says the increase is the result of a jump in Idahoans looking for work, increasing the

Cold air in place for this weekend with our stormy weather exiting the region. The next storm system arrives late Sunday night and Monday morning, with scattered snow/rain showers with more wind into Monday and Tuesday. We’ll look for off and on showers throughout the week leading to Thanksgiving. Tonight: Lows into the mid high

Idaho State Police responded to a crash on US 26 at mile marker 347 east of Idaho Falls around 10:12 a.m. Friday. ISP reports 18-year-old Devin Newman of Idaho Falls was driving eastbound US 26 in a 2004Nissan Sentra when he drove off the left shoulder and collided with a manure spreader. Officials said Newman

Fisheries biologists in Idaho say they think they know why a relatively new $13.5 million hatchery intended to save Snake River sockeye salmon from extinction is instead killing thousands of fish before they ever get to the ocean. The Department of Fish and Game in information released this week says water chemistry at the Springfield

A woman wanted on multiple arrest warrants was arrested by Pocatello Police after she attempted to drive away from officers at approximately 12:11 a.m. Thursday. According to reports, police stopped Jennifer Noel Clark, 35, at the intersection of Custer and Buchanan for an expired registration violation. As the officer was finishing writing up a citation,

Early voting is now underway for the Idaho Falls runoff election for Mayor. Ballots may be cast at regular polling places from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the day of the election, December 5. Incumbent Mayor Rebecca Casper received 47 percent of the vote in a five-person race on election night. But, she needed

The holidays are nearly here, and Pocatello Police Department officers are spreading a few tips keep your holidays merry and bright. Officers remind you to lock your vehicles when you are at home and when you are out doing your holiday shopping. “Criminals are primarily opportunists,” said Lieutenant Ian Nelson with the Pocatello Police Department.

This week’s education news: Kustra announces retirement. Boise State University President Bob Kustra, the longest-tenured president in Idaho’s higher education system, will retire on June 30. Appointed in 2003, Kustra led the state’s largest university through a long period of enrollment growth and capital upgrades. “Boise State has become the metropolitan research university of distinction

Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck has donated dog-friendly fountains, benches, and waste stations to the Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department. Department Director John Banks said the equipment would be placed at Bannock Bark Park in Old Town Pocatello and Katie’s Dog Park near the Animal Shelter. “The animals may not be able to say it but I’m sure

Teton Valley Health Care in Driggs and Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg have been recognized with a Performance Leadership Award for Quality. The recognition came from the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health. According to Teton Valley Health Care, the award reflects overall excellence in quality. “Of course, this level of recognition is

Reynolds Kitchens has posted the recipe for a crazy concoction of a Flamin’ Hot Cheetos turkey online and says there are just seven steps: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place hot puffed cheese sticks in a food processor and process until fully crushed. You can also add to a zip top bag and roll with

About 100 people attended a Wyoming Game and Fish Department meeting held in Jackson to take public comment on how to manage grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Those attending the meeting Wednesday night were asked their thoughts on population monitoring, research, conflict management, information and education and grizzly bear hunting. The Jackson Hole

Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Wyoming 22, Teton Pass for Friday, Nov. 17, 2017, at 3:00 a.m. for avalanche control. According to WYDOT, reduced visibility, winter driving conditions and increasing avalanche hazard may force an earlier closure. No overnight parking at the summit of Teton Pass will be strictly enforced, and

Prosecutors are filing aggravated murder charges against an ex-convict accused of gunning down a University of Utah student with a weapon stolen from a slain Colorado man. The case was filed Thursday against 24-year-old Austin Boutain, who was arrested at the Salt Lake City library after a massive manhunt sparked by the Oct. 30 attempted

Results from a Brigham Young University survey shows that most students think the Mormon-owned needs to do more to educate them about sexual assault. The findings released Thursday also reveals that most students who suffer unwanted sexual contact don’t report it to authorities. When they do, they most often tell their local Mormon church leaders.

Holiday shopping can be a fun but also a stressful topic. A new Student Loan Hero survey detailed the nation’s spending habits during the holiday season — and it shows we put ourselves in debt buying gifts. “If you’re not paying attention to your budget, you could end up going in a lot of debt

Two areas around the Idaho Falls River Walk trail are closed for the winter; however, the majority of the River Walk will remain open and accessible. One area that is closed is the floating bridge at Johns’ Hole which connects the west side of the River Walk under US 20. The city said the bridge

Showers of rain and snow are possible this morning as this storm system makes one final push before moving off to the east. Strong winds are also expected to develop across the Snake River Plain, where there is a wind advisory for today from 11am-7pm. Drier weather moves back in late Friday and Saturday with

It’s been an on-going issue in Pocatello for several months – the question of allowing new billboards. It started when a proposal to add a new billboard in Pocatello sparked outrage from several residents and caused many to speak out against billboards. In response, the city issued a temporary moratorium on all new billboards. Now,

There are 78,000 Idahoans that have no insurance, and many will wait until a health problem requires emergency treatment before going to the doctor. The state and federal governments seem unable to come up with a solution, so local doctors in Idaho Falls are creating their own alternative billing practices. It’s new, and seems to

As part of National Adoption Month, the courts in all 50 states today celebrated adoption. It’s not often you see a courtroom decorated with balloons and teddy bears, but this was a special occasion. A program honoring all those who give their time and energy to adoption was highlighted by an actual live legal adoption.

This week is National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Many area charities help those in need, especially in the winter months. “There is a direct correlation between the winters here and the need for help,” Caitlin Croft, Family Service Outreach Coordinator for the Upper Valley Food Pantry, said. So far this year, the food pantry

A 59-year-old Idaho Falls man has been sentenced to 45 days in jail for his part in a traffic accident June 28, 2017. Dirk Johnson was charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence.Johnson also faces a $1,000 fine, restitution and court costs. Judge Ryan Boyer also ordered Johnson to serve 100 hours of community

The Jackson Hole Airport Board has decided to purchase the assets of Jackson Hole Aviation, the airport’s existing Fixed Base Operator (FBO). The Town of Jackson and Teton County Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint information meeting November 20 to consider their approval of the decision. The action came after the board learned

Local artist Gregory Sievers’ artwork will be on display at the Lewisville Community Center, 3451 E. 480 N. Lewisville Friday, Nov. 17 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 18 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. In 1996, Sievers was appointed by the Governor of Idaho to serve as a Commissioner on the

Grand Targhee Resort is reporting over 100 inches of snow so far this season that has left a settled base depth of four feet. The resort plans to open for the 2017-18 winter season on Friday. Dreamcatcher, Blackfoot, Shoshone and Papoose lifts are scheduled to open Friday. Grand Targhee said it has made over two

The Idaho State Police investigated a crash northbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 90, near Blackfoot at 2:22 a.m. Thursday. ISP reports 30-year-old Challis Haumont of Buhl was driving northbound in a Peterbuilt semi pulling a trailer when another semi stopped on the right side of the road pulled in front of Haumont in order

Look for more rain and snow showers with the storm making one last sweep of wet weather. Strong winds are also expected to develop across the Snake River Plain by Friday. Drier weather moves back in late Friday and Saturday with frigid temperatures. Overnight: Lows into the mid 30’s for the Snake River Plain, with

Albertsons delivered 2,616 full turkey dinners to the Idaho Foodbank Thursday for Idahoan families in need. As part of the “Turkey Bucks” campaign, shoppers at Albertsons all over the state added $1, $5 or $10 to their purchase totals to donate to Idaho families. Thursday’s delivery was just the first of the season. Meals will

Three people suffered minor injuries in a plane crash near a Wyoming airport. The Rock Springs Rocket-Miner reports Wyoming Highway Patrol Sgt. Kyle McKay says a small airplane crashed Wednesday near Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport. McKay says the aircraft experienced mechanical issues. Airport Manager Devon Brubaker says the single-engine Cessna 207 came to a stop

A man who is accused of stomping a puppy to death after it chewed his video game controllers has received credit for 125 days served in jail and was sentenced to probation with mandatory anger management counseling. The Cody Enterprise reported Wednesday that Lee T. Jackson pleaded guilty in March to stomping the puppy that

This year’s Brigham Young University-Idaho Christmas concert will feature Santino Fontana, the voice of Prince Hans in the Disney film “Frozen,” and 15-year-old recording artist Lexi Walker on Saturday, Dec. 2. In 2015, Fontana became the first guest artist to perform three times in the space of one year with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, including

Pocatello Police arrested Eloy Jay Cuch, 30, on charges of driving under the influence and aggravated assault. According to reports, police were called to the 2100 block of South 4th at around 6 p.m. Wednesday to investigate reports that a man used his vehicle to run into other motorists. Police said the driver, identified as

The Twin Falls County coroner has identified the man who was crush to death by farm equipment. The Times-News reports police found 40-year-old Jose Jamie Tapia of Twin Falls dead underneath a large hay baler Tuesday. Twin Falls County Coroner Gene Turley says Tapia had been working under the baler when the jack slipped causing

A Pocatello-Chubbuck school district committee has made an initial recommendation that all secondary school students attend schools based on the boundary within which they live. The District 25 school board created a Boundary Committee to review high school and middle school boundaries and make recommendations to the full Board of Trustees. Once the committee finishes

Yellowstone National park saw 211,987 visitors in October, making it the third busiest October on record. High as it was, the number was down 12.4 percent from October, 2016. The busiest October was 2015 when the park saw 252,013 visits. So far this year, Yellowstone visits are down just over 3 percent from the same

A large weather system has moved into Idaho, so expect primarily rain for the Snake River Plain and plentiful snow for higher elevations above 6500 feet, lasting into tomorrow. Winds will be an issue today as well, with sustained winds between 20 and 30 mph this afternoon. After this storm clears, expect very cold conditions

Keeping kids clean and healthy – that’s the goal of Southeast Idaho Public Health as it hosts a holiday diaper drive. The goal is to collect at least $10,000 diapers for families in need. The diapers go to all eight counties in the southeast Idaho region. No federal assistance programs pay for, or provide, diapers.

The Idaho Climate Summit starts Thursday and for the first time, a climate summit event will be held in Pocatello. It’s a two-day event that focuses on climate change and its various effects to the state of Idaho, and to those who live in the state. It will answer questions, provide suggestions and ideas on

Thanksgiving is next week and many families across Southeast Idaho don’t have the means to be able to enjoy a nice Thanksgiving meal. The JNL Family Crisis Center in Pocatello is trying to hep as many families as possible for the holidays. On Wednesday, the group held another “Fill the Bus for Thanksgiving” event at