Month: April 2019

UPDATE 4/24/19: A week after a male juvenile was found carrying a loaded handgun into Sandcreek Middle School, law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said it has not found any other related threats or incidents tied to the case. The youth involved was still in custody at the 3B

UPDATE 4/24/19: Family members say a 6-year-old Wyoming girl involved in an accident with a school bus is in a coma and on life support at a Colorado hospital. The Sheridan Press reports the mother and stepfather of Esperanza Lagunes-Aarstad say she has brain swelling as a result of the accident that occurred Monday at

Most March, 2019 economic barometers were up slightly, according to the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Economic Dashboard. First quarter real estate performance saw some of the more dramatic activity. Including commercial and retail properties, overall first-quarter sales were down 11% but dollar-value sales were up 39% to over $281 million. March sales and use

A strong front will move through the region on Friday, with gusty winds and scattered showers. The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a High Wind Watch, which is in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS/TIMING…Friday afternoon and evening, expect strong winds to produce areas of blowing dust, which will reduce

Following an emergency meeting Monday, the Targhee Regional Public Transportation Authority (TRPTA) decided to dissolve the bus service due to financial insolvency. According to the city, TRPTA fell short of meeting its payroll last week. Its shortfalls include about $100,000 in outstanding credit lines, PERSI retirement, and PTO (paid time off) payoffs. Most of the

A fertilizer truck was struck by a Union Pacific Railroad train Wednesday morning outside Simplot’s Don plant, west of Pocatello. The collision tore off a part of the trailer. A cleanup crew was called to help clean up the fertilizer. Officers from the Power County Sheriff’s office are investigating the accident. We are waiting to

Idaho Falls Police and the Idaho Falls Fire Department are reminding motorists to be on the watch for bicycles. Two young children were struck by vehicles in the past 24 hours while bicycling near public schools. The first involved an 8-year-old boy who was struck while riding his bike in a crosswalk at West Anderson

The Madison Fire Department in Rexburg has received a $2,000 donation from Northwest Federal Credit Services. The funds, donated through the Rural Community Grant project, will be used by the department’s EMS program to assist with the purchase of a new Critical Care Transport Ventilator. The department currently has only one of the devices. Assistant

A federal appeals court has overturned a U.S. District Court’s dismissal of a lawsuit by environmental groups challenging a federal agency’s killing of wolves in Idaho. A 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel on Tuesday ruled that U.S. District Court Judge Edward Lodge erred in January 2018 when he ruled in favor of the

More than 150 Teton County seniors were granted $820,000 in scholarships during “Scholarship Night” at Jackson Hole High School Tuesday. Counselor Emily Hoffer said the night was intended to celebrate student accomplishments, plans, goals, and experiences. “These scholarships provide clear evidence of the pride our community takes in our students and their education,” said Hoffer.

Grand Targhee Resort is proposing an expansion that would increase its skiable acreage by 50% but retain its low-key atmosphere. Owner and General Manager Geordie Gillett told the Jackson Hole News & Guide the U.S. Forest Service recently received the resort’s 147-page master plan for consideration. The plan proposes new chairlifts, new restaurants, more snowmaking,

A Rigby High School student, who despite her challenges, has caught national attention for her grades and leadership. “Over the last three years, she’s has had perfect scores has had straight A’s has four point o student, she’s in the running for our valedictorian,” said Principal Bryan Lords. Roaming the halls of Rigby High School

The trial for Juan Santos-Quintero began in Bingham County Court Tuesday. Among the items presented as evidence were the gun allegedly used to shoot Bingham County Sgt. Todd Howell, the vest Howell was wearing when he was shot, the bullet removed from Howell’s body and several photos and graphs. But the incident actually began days

We’ll see fairly quiet weather for the next few days, with above average temperatures. A few thunderstorms will develop into the mountains. On Friday, look for mostly cloudy skies, scattered showers and thunderstorms. Wednesday: Breezy, partly cloudy with a chance for a few t-storms, especially east of the Snake River Plain. Highs near 70. SW

Blackfoot police are responding to an accident involving a pickup truck driving into a ditch. According to Lt., Gordon Croft with the Blackfoot Police Department tells Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 the street near Walmart was closed for road construction to repair some leaks in the water main. The driver of the

H.S. BASEBALL GAME 1: Burley 1 Century – 8 GAME 2: Burley – 2 Century – 12 GAME 1: Rigby – 7 Thunder Ridge – 17 GAME 2: Rigby – 20 Thunder Ridge – 5 South Fremont – 0 Teton – 4 Sugar-Salem – 17 Soda Springs – 3 Firth – 17 West Jefferson –

In the case of widespread chemical exposure, emergency medication is needed. Although it is a rare situation, receiving medication is essential for saving lives, and it can be hard work. This week, Southeastern Idaho Public Health is teaming up with community partners for preparedness training. The exercise is planned for Tuesday and Wednesday. The scenario

Davis Field on ISU’s campus is iconic to the university and used to be called the “Spud Dome.” It’s been around for decades and even held ISU football games before Holt Arena. However, ISU recently announced they will be renovating the entire complex. The Idaho Board of Education approved the renovation plans last week in

Idaho Falls Fire Chief Dave Hanneman is hanging up his helmet after 36 years. People came out Tuesday evening to say goodbye and wish him luck. Hanneman joined the Idaho Falls Fire Department in 2014 and is thankful for his time here. “These five years have been the best five years of my career by

29-year fire service veteran Duane Nelson has been nominated by Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper as the city’s new Fire Chief. Pending City Council approval, Nelson would succeed Chief Dave Hanneman when he retires May 3. “The Idaho Falls Fire Department is one of the region’s leading departments. We lead the state in many ways

We’ll see fairly quiet weather for the next few days, with above average temperatures. A few thunderstorms will develop into the mountains. On Friday, look for mostly cloudy skies, scattered showers and thunderstorms. Wednesday: Breezy, partly cloudy with a chance for a few t-storms, especially east of the Snake River Plain. Highs near 70. SW

Former University of Idaho Athletic Director Rob Spear has been named executive director of the Idaho Falls Auditorium District. He succeeds Chip Scott, who resigned earlier this year for family reasons. District Chair Terry Gazdik said the board felt Spear was the right person for the position. She said he was a proven fundraiser responsible

UPDATE 3:00 p.m. The Washington State Patrol has canceled an Amber Alert issued Tuesday morning for Ethan Robertson. The suspect, vehicle and child have all been located. ___ ORIGINAL: Police in Spokane, Washington have issued an Amber Alert for a five-year-old child last seen in the Spokane Valley and believed to be in danger. The

Idaho Falls School District 91 is once again partnering with Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center on a workshop to help parents better communicate with their teens. This workshop is called “Connecting With My Teen In A World I Don’t Recognize.” The workshop is geared to help parents gain skills to better communicate with teens, help

The Idaho State Board of Education named Dr. Marlene Tromp as the seventh president of Boise State University Tuesday. The Board approved a three-year contract for Tromp during a special Board meeting held by teleconference in the Stueckle Sky Center at Albertsons Stadium on the Boise State campus. She will be the first female president

Fifteen communities across the state are set to receive grant funding through the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children’s Preschool the Idaho Way project. The grants range from $5,000 to $10,000 and will support community preschool collaboratives as they develop plans to create, expand or enhance early learning programs for 4- and 5-year-olds.

Idaho and Oregon have reached an agreement on a hydroelectric project on the Snake River that requires an Idaho utility to spend about $312 million on water quality and habitat improvements. Idaho Republican Gov. Brad Little and Oregon Democratic Gov. Kate Brown in separate news releases announced the agreement Monday. Idaho Power has been trying

An Idaho State University student was crowned Miss Idaho Teen America April 18. Kylie Martin will compete in the Miss America Teen Nationals July 20 in San Antonio, Texas. Kylie graduated from Elko High School in Elko, Nevada in 2018, but was born and raised in Challis, Idaho. She is currently finishing her freshman year

A McCall firefighter scaled a tree at 8:58 p.m. Monday to rescue a pilot who crashed into a tree near Poorman Creek, a few miles outside of McCall on Boulder Lake Road. McCall Fire-EMS said a 79-year-old pilot called 911 to report he crashed his plane and that it was hung up in trees. Snowmobiles

The Idaho attorney general’s office has completed reviews of proposed minimum wage and medical marijuana initiatives intended for the state ballot in the November 2020 general election. The Idaho Press-Tribune reported Monday the minimum wage initiative would increase Idaho’s current $7.25 per hour minimum wage to $8.75 on June 1, 2021; to $9.75 a year

As the days get longer and the snow starts melting, both hunters and bears are becoming more active in the Upper Snake Region. “Whether you are pursuing bears, turkeys, or just out enjoying the spring weather, people need to be aware that they are in bear country,” says Jeremy Nicholson, Bear Biologist for the Idaho

A Rigby teen and four from Jackson Hole have been selected as semifinalists for the U.S. Presidential Scholars program. The program recognizes some of the nation’s most accomplished graduating high school seniors. According to the State Department of Education, Idaho’s semifinalists include Megan Elizabeth Clements of Rigby High School, Peyton Badger of Meridian, John Chen,

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeing an increase in nonresident elk applications for the 2019 season. The Cody Enterprise reports nonresidents submitted 23,750 applications, a 2.9 percent increase from 2018. There are 7,250 licenses in the draws available to nonresident hunters. In addition, this year was the first time Game and Fish charged

H.S BASEBALLGAME 1: Madison – 3 Highland – 8 GAME 2: Madison – 0 Highland – 6 Marsh Valley – 5 South Fremont – 6 Salmon – 0Challis-Mackay – 12 West Jefferson – 0 Firth – 4 GIRLS H.S. SOFTBALL Marsh Valley – 17 South Fremont – 18 (8 Inn) Malad – 10 Firth –

A trial date has been set for a Challis man accused of shooting a 75-year-old woman in the head. Mark Charles Wilson, 53, appeared in the Jefferson County Court this afternoon. Wilson is accused of the murder of Patricia Ann Brown in March 2018. Wilson is charged with first-degree murder, premeditated by poison, torture, vengeance,

Local citizens are taking it upon themselves this Earth Day to clean up trash along Highway 20. “It’s just disgusting. I’ve never seen it this bad here,” said Sicily Clark, who organized the cleanup. Clark knew she had to do something after seeing all of the trash along Highway 20. She found out prisoners and

The National Weather Service of Pocatello issued a warning Sunday for minor flooding on the Portneuf River. According to Mike Huston of the National Weather Service, “it’s just minor. Really minor flooding right now.” Huston said the recent rain and warmer temperatures contributed to some snow melt, bringing about a rise in the water level

When Lacey Allen began her first patrol as a deputy of the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, she became the first woman in that position in a decade. Allen spent several years working to get into this position, working patrol post in 2017 and detention in 2018, but she hadn’t always planned on a career in

Two females have filed legal documents against a western Idaho school district contending a high school principal sexually harassed them at the school while they were students and district officials failed to act. One is a former student and the other, who was under 18, says the harassment took place last fall. They filed tort

If these signs look familiar to you, you’ve had a brush with “Fearless Farris,” who built a chain of successful Stinker gas stations across the Gem State. The Farris Lind story has now been compiled into a new book by Idaho author Rick Just. Just said Lind had a natural gift for promotion and an

We’ll see fairly quiet weather for the next few days, with above average temperatures. A few thunderstorms will develop on Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, look for mostly cloudy skies, scattered showers and thunderstorms. Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a few showers for the Central Mountains. Highs in the upper 60’s and lower 70’s. Wednesday: Partly

Idaho Falls Fire Chief Dave Hanneman will formally retire from the post on May 3, but a public reception is scheduled Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Waterfront in Snake River Landing. Hanneman joined the Idaho Falls Fire Department in October 2014. He started his career 36 years ago with the Cole-Collister Fire

It will be up to the Governor to appoint people to two of three vacancies on the Sugar City City Council. Governor Brad Little says he is accepting applications by April 30 for two positions on the council. Three of the city’s four council members submitted letters of resignation on April 12. Vaun Waddell, Joy

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho kicked off construction for the new Ronald McDonald Family Room in Idaho Falls. At the construction kickoff, key stakeholders and supporters of the Family Room shared their thoughts about the project. Speakers at the event included Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center CEO Jeff Solis, RMHC of Idaho Past President

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department says inspectors recently found suspected invasive mussels on a boat headed through the state. Zebra and quagga mussels, two invasive species that have devastated streams and lakes in other U.S. states, have yet to take hold in Wyoming waters. Department officials said Monday inspectors found mussels on a boat

Residents of Southeastern Idaho will have another fun family activity to try this weekend. Heber Hatchets Axe Throwing is planning to officially open its doors on Friday. Heber offers a variety of different axe throwing activities, with four distinct ways to throw: double-handed, single-handed, under-handed and the over-handed under-hand. “We expect people coming in groups,

An Idaho school district and a girl who sued after she was sexually assaulted by an older student reached a settlement hours after sending a jury to deliberate in the federal case. The trial lasted a week and jurors began deliberating on Friday after hearing emotional closing arguments from both sides. But a few hours

Kacey Spencer, 24, was sentenced Friday in connection with the hit and run injury of a then 15-year-old boy. The boy, later identified as Keeton Dogget, was struck by a pickup on August 24, 2017 while he was riding his bicycle home from work at Arctic Circle near the intersection of 1st Street and 25th

Idaho Falls Police are working to track down the person responsible for stealing several large movie posters from the front of the Planet Doom haunted house building next to Bowlero Lanes on 1st Street in Idaho Falls. The reproductions promote famous horror show movies from the 1950s and 1960s. Planet Doom happens to be the

Fluor Idaho crews have finished exhuming radioactive and hazardous waste from a combined five acre area at the Radioactive Waste Management Complex at the Idaho National Laboratory site. The work will now focus on removing the last .69 acres of targeted Cold War era waste. The material was generated during nuclear weapons production at the

The superintendent of a Wyoming school district says rainbow flags and LGBTQ-related clothing are not banned in the school district despite a contrary message to students. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle reports school officials said they stopped students from waving both Confederate and rainbow flags at McCormick Junior High School in Cheyenne Wednesday because it was

The Salmon-Challis National Forest is notifying pilots that the Mahoney Airstrip will be closed from May 6th through the 10th. A Salmon-Challis National Forest Wilderness Trail Crew will be conducting routine maintenance on the airstrip. It is located in the Frank Church River-of-No-Return Wilderness along the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, southwest of Salmon.

Bear No. 399 became one of the most well-known grizzly bears in Grand Teton National Park after raising three cubs near Jackson Lake Lodge about a decade ago. The Jackson Hole News and Guide reports the now 23-year-old sow bruin was spotted Wednesday for the first time this year. The bear descended with her youngsters

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Biologists estimate the overall Wyoming wolf population at 286 this year, which is down 61 animals from a year ago. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports that’s the fewest wolves counted in the state since the Wyoming Game and Fish Department took over management and initiated wolf hunting seven years ago. State biologists estimate

GasBuddy’s weekly survey of 802 Idaho stations found an average price of $2.90 per gallon Sunday. Prices are 46.8 cents per gallon higher than a month ago, but are still 8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price is unchanged in the past week, averaging $2.84 per gallon. The national

The bears are out of hibernation and celebrating Easter this weekend. Yellowstone Bear World hosted 2019 Easter egg hunt. Where children were able to win a little more than just candy. They had a chance to win fudge, money, and other Bear World gift shop prizes. Owners were a bit worried that the rain would

While most of us are familiar with the traditional egg hunt festivities on Easter, Idaho Falls community members took it to the next level Saturday by going on a bunny hunt. The Idaho Falls Downtown Development organized a hide-and-seek adventure to find hidden bunnies in downtown Idaho Falls. Around noon Saturday, community members met at

An Ammon man was arrested Saturday after admitting he shot his wife in the leg with a handgun. The Ammon Division of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office was called to the 3100 block of Meadow Lane at around 6:34 a.m. Saturday on report of a gun shot wound. Deputies were advised that 23-year-old Andrew Wilson

We’ll see just a few rain showers today, primarily east of the Snake Plain. I expect partly/mostly cloudy skies throughout the day today with breezy afternoon winds. More sunshine will prevail Tue-Wed, with showers and T-Storms for the rest of the work week. Today: Mostly cloudy with a few showers. Highs in the low to

Over the top production numbers, soaring songs and every cliche, gag, and gimmick from the golden age of musicals. Combine that with a theater production that is not afraid to laugh at it’s self and you have the Drowsy Chaperone. “I think what makes it so special is that there are a lot of things

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is reminding antler hunters that the gathering of horns or shed antlers does not begin until May 1 on public lands west of the Continental Divide. Since 2009, antler hunting is prohibited in the area from Jan. 1 through April 30 on all state-owned lands as well as federal

Wyoming regulators have approved construction of transmission lines to connect energy generated from wind farms in southern Wyoming to southwestern states. The state Industrial Siting Council voted unanimously Friday during its meeting in Saratoga to approve the permit application by TransWest Express to construct and operate a 730-mile high-voltage transmission system. TransWest CEO Bill Miller

Bear No. 399 became one of the most well-known grizzly bears in Grand Teton National Park after raising three cubs near Jackson Lake Lodge about a decade ago. The Jackson Hole News and Guide reports that the now 23-year-old sow bruin was spotted Wednesday for the first time this year. The bear descended with her

A 30-year-old parole violator faces up to five years in prison when sentenced for killing a police dog, a crime that helped prompt lawmakers to increase the possible sentence in such cases. A jury Friday convicted Torey Chase Massey of West Jordan of five counts, including a charge for killing a Unified Police Department dog

Authorities say 239 people were sickened from an accidental release of fluoride concentrate in Sandy two months ago. The Deseret News reports the number is substantially higher than early reports of the Feb. 5 incident that sent undiluted hydrofluorosilicic acid from a malfunctioning pump into part of the city’s drinking water system. Authorities say 1,500

Skies will begin to clear first of the week, and temperatures head to the low to mid 70’s for the Snake River Plain, snow chances linger for Western Wyoming. Another system will be here by Friday and we’ll have a 50% chance of rain in the region. Jeff Roper First Alert Weather

A big musical performance is coming this Easter Sunday evening. The Easter cantata, “He is Risen, Alleluia” is being presented by four Ammon stakes with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a 75-voice choir with narration. Ammon locals Jerry Clark composed the music and Jerrie Guymon wrote the narrative. KIDK Eyewitness

A 29-year-old man faces up to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of a St. George woman with a decorative sword in her apartment. The Spectrum reports that jurors Friday convicted 29-year-old Kevin Ray Mcatlin in the killing of 33-year-old Elizabeth Carter. Mcatlin didn’t dispute he killed Carter

A Boise nonprofit will begin accepting applications for families that want to live in one of four affordable houses made of steel shipping containers. The Idaho Statesman reported Saturday that the four-bedroom, two-bathroom homes will rent for $843 per month. The rent includes electricity, water, sewer and trash. Each house includes a stove, dishwasher, microwave,

Seven Utah lawyers are being accused in a new complaint that they are violating rules of conduct because they are polygamists. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that the complaint was filed by a woman named Melissa Ellis who used to belong to a northern Utah polygamous group. She believes Utah should take action against polygamists

The Ucon Fire Department hid 15,000 eggs for kids to find in Simmons Park in Ucon on Saturday. The eggs were filled with candy and sweet prizes. About 1,200 of the eggs had ticket prizes inside, including tickets for free meals, movies and bikes and scooters. The Ucon Fire Department also put together Easter baskets

Three people were hospitalized after a rollover accident on Interstate 15, at milepost 110, south of Idaho Falls shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday. Idaho State Police said a 2004 Jeep Cherokee, driven by Marissa Noll, 24, of Boise lost control, went off the left shoulder and rolled. The vehicle came to rest on its top

H.S BASEBALL GAME 1:Idaho Falls – 6 Skyline – 2 GAME 2: Idaho Falls – 8 Skyline – 6 Blackfoot – 15 Shelley – 3 GAME 1:Jerome – 1 Pocatello – 5 GAME 2: Jerome – 1 Pocatello – 11 Thunder Ridge – 6 Madison – 16 (6 Inn) Preston – 12 Filer – 8

Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) is putting seven new buses on the road. The department purchased seven new 2019 Ford E450 Champion buses. Two of the buses will be used in the Franklin County rural program and the other five will join PRT’s urban program in and around Pocatello. The new buses boast a new low-floor

Portneuf Medical Center is being recognized for its acute stroke care. The medical center was awarded by the University of Utah for having the lowest average time to treatment. The regional average is 90 minutes and beyond, Portneuf’s quarterly average was 71 minutes. “Portneuf is clearly leading the pack with all our stroke centers,” Safdar

Below are the 2019 Easter celebration events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. Although the list is long, it is not complete. If you have information on an event that is not listed, email natalie.nix@localnews8.com, and we will update this page as soon as possible. IDAHO FALLS FRIDAY, APRIL 19 to SUNDAY, APRIL

Watch out for a CEO scam in your work or business email. The Better Business Bureau said it is seeing this type of scam quite a bit. In a CEO scam, a scammer impersonates a boss or any higher-up in the company you work for. The scammer is looking for ways to get company information

As soon as you step into Snake River Barber Co., you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome. Owner and sole barber Bo Brogan opened the doors to the shop less than a month ago but becoming a barber was not the path he planned on. “Actually I had no idea that I wanted to be

Early season antler hunters are advised to slow down. Wyoming Game and Fish says there is a regulated season in place that forbids gathering of horns or antlers. It is in effect from January 1 to April 30 on public lands west of the Continental Divide in Wyoming. It has been in effect since 2009

The first select roads and services opened for the season in Yellowstone National Park Friday. Entrance fees will be waived on Saturday. The only open roads will be the West Entrance to Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs to Old Faithful via Norris, Norris to Canyon Village, and at the North Entrance to Mammoth Hot Springs

Idaho’s unemployment rate remained at 2.9% in March, the same as the previous month. The Idaho Department of Labor in a news release Friday says the state’s unemployment rate has remained below 3% for 16 consecutive months. The agency says the number of people in the state age 16 or older working or looking for

Idaho Falls Police arrested Sarah Elizabeth Kjar, 23, of Idaho Falls Tuesday. Kjar is accused of defrauding her former employer, Castle Rock Homes, while she was employed there between June 2017 and September 2018. The alleged embezzlement surpassed $200,000. According to police reports, Kjar used a company credit card and also processed checks written to

A Pocatello engineer was recognized as the 2019 Public Works Leader of the Year during the Rocky Mountain Chapter annual conference in Fairmont, Montana. Merril Quayle was honored for “outstanding career service achievements” by the regional chapter of the American Public Works Association, which includes Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Merril’s career with the City started

Health officials in Idaho say anyone who used an on-board restroom during a Greyhound bus trip from Salt Lake City to Boise on April 10 might have been exposed to hepatitis A. The Central District Health Department in Idaho is asking anyone who used the restroom to contact them to get information about potential exposure.

Officials say Yellowstone National Park’s gray wolf population has dropped to about 80 wolves – less than half of the highest population mark in the park. The Powell Tribune reported on Thursday while park officials won’t have an accurate count until the fall after surviving pups are visible, the park’s top biologist, Doug Smith, doesn’t

Details and project renderings have been released regarding the upcoming closure and renovation of the historic Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Church President Russell M. Nelson announced the pioneer-era temple will close December 29, 2019, and will remain closed for approximately four years while undergoing a major structural

A federal trial in a whistleblower lawsuit filed against the state of Idaho has been canceled after the state settled the case for more than $500,000. The Idaho Statesman reported on Thursday former Idaho Department of Labor purchasing agent James Cryer sued the department in December 2016, claiming it retaliated against him and fired him

A third-grade teacher in south-central Idaho accused of injuring a man in front of three small children is facing three felony charges. The Times-News reports 36-year-old Tawna Day Huttanus was charged early this week in 5th District Court with battery with intent to commit a serious felony, injury to a child and domestic battery or

Today we’ll see some winds pick up, with an approaching cold front with scattered thundershowers for Central Idaho. Showers moving in overnight into Saturday for the rest of the region. Mostly cloudy with a showers this Easter Weekend. Winds will be around 10-20 mph, with gusts approaching 30 mph. Today: Mostly sunny with afternoon winds.

H.S BASEBALL GAME 1: Blackfoot – 12 Shelley – 0 (5 Inn.) GAME 2: Blackfoot – 15 Shelley – 0 (5 Inn.) GAME 1: Bonneville – 15 Hillcrest- 2 GAME 2:Bonneville – 21 Hillcrest – 5 (5 Inn.) Idaho Falls – 3Skyline – 4 GAME 1: Highland – 12 Rigby – 3 GAME 2: Highland

Idaho Governor Brad Little talks with KIDK Eyewitness News 3 anchor Todd Kunz about the governor’s first 100 days in office. They discuss successes and future challenges. Topics include things such as: education, signing Medicaid expansion into law, House and Senate disagreements, and his first veto.

It has been a colder spring than other years, but emergency management officials say that flooding is still on its way. Here’s the question: Are you ready for it? “Already down in Portneuf River, in the southern part of the state, they are having a little bit of flooding,” said Keith Richey, the Fremont County

Taking your K-9 best friend for a bike ride is a common thing, taking him on a ride across the country over the course of six months is not. This helps team Onyx a non-profit who made their way through Idaho Thursday, catch attention and spread awareness for their cause. “Ron and I are currently

New figures show more than half of the counties in Wyoming have lost population. The Casper Star-Tribune reports U.S. Census Bureau figures indicate Wyoming’s population contracted by about 1,200 people last year, continuing a downward trend over three consecutive years. Officials say the population decrease follows the departure of energy industry workers resulting from a

Friday, we’ll see some winds pick up, with an approaching cold front with scattered thundershowers for Central Idaho. Showers moving in overnight into Saturday for the rest of the region. Mostly cloudy with a few showers this Easter Weekend. Winds will be around 10-20 mph, with gusts approaching 30 mph. Friday: Partly sunny with afternoon

The attorneys for a Wyoming man have filed a motion to withdraw his guilty plea in the killing of his pregnant ex-girlfriend. The Jackson Hole News and Guide newspaper reports Erik Ohlson of Jackson, Wyoming, pleaded guilty to murder and manslaughter in February in the killing of Jennifer Nalley. Ohlson’s attorneys, Jim Archibald and James

Caribou County has launched a new Text-to-911 emergency message service, offering an option to people who cannot make a 911 voice call. It is available to AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless wireless customers. Sheriff Kelly Wells said the text service is not intended to replace traditional 911 voice calls, but to serve as an enhancement

The Power County Sheriff’s Office said David Paul Williams, 43, was arrested Tuesday after he attempted to run from officers. According to deputies, Williams crashed into more than one parked vehicle during the pursuit. He was tased after crashing his vehicle and attempting to run away. Williams was taken to Portneuf Medical Center to be

Idaho State University won approval Thursday to begin bidding for renovations at Davis Field. The action came during meetings of the State Board of Education in Moscow. The project cost was not to exceed $5 million. The board also authorized ISU to proceed with the bidding process to begin phase two of construction at the