Month: July 2019

UPDATE 3:05 p.m.: Idaho State Police reports a 75-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed in a vehicle vs pedestrian crash on eastbound US 20 at exit 310, near Idaho Falls around 12:30 p.m. Monday. According to ISP, Jostin D. Talcott was trying to cross US 20 from the right shoulder of the eastbound lanes to

Wyoming Senator John Barrasso (R) disclosed Monday that he spent the Independence Day weekend visiting Wyoming National Guard troops in Kuwait and Wyoming sailors in the Gulf of Oman. The Wyoming Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 300th Field Artillery Forward is deployed to Kuwait. He also visited Wyoming sailors in the Carrier Strike Group 12 on board

A Michigan man was struck and killed by a vehicle while standing on a Wyoming highway at night. The Wyoming Highway Patrol tells KGAB-AM the crash happened at 11:50 p.m. Saturday on U.S. Highway 85 south of Cheyenne near the Colorado border. The patrol says the driver of a northbound vehicle reported she spotted two

A woman and two children have died in an early morning house fire in Idaho. News organizations report 43-year-old Jana K. Cullen, her 12-year-old son Ryker Sanchez and 9-year-old daughter Rilee Sanchez died in the fire in Boise Monday. Officials say medics attempted to save the family, but Cullen died at the scene and the

Idaho Falls Police arrested two people after a car was reported being chased by a motorcycle rider shooting a firearm at the vehicle at around 1:30 a.m. Saturday. One of the men was carrying weapons and an explosive device. The car was found at the intersection of Burgraff and Yellowstone. Police said it had been

The parents of a young girl who died while in foster care are suing the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, the foster family and several state and private employees that the parents say failed to adequately care for the child, causing her death. Danielle Greenup, Andrew Bishop and the child’s grandmother Darce Bishop filed

A motorcycle passing a pickup truck north of Cody did not have enough time to return to the driving lane before colliding with an oncoming sport utility vehicle, killing the couple on the motorcycle. Wyoming Highway Patrol Sgt. Jeremy Beck says 57-year-old Tim Zeller and 54-year-old Stacey Zeller of Cody died at the scene of

Idaho Falls Police are seeking the public’s help to identify two people involved in a theft at a local store. Police did not identify which store was targeted. If they look familiar, contact Idaho Falls Police at 208-529-1200.

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court ruling that protected livestock grazing on the Salmon-Challis National Forest. According to Forest Supervisor Charles Mark, the ruling allows over 12,000 head of cattle to continue grazing on four allotments. Mark said it also protects the Forest Service’s efforts to protect and restore fish

A Disneyland guest recorded a violent brawl that broke out between a family at Disneyland in Toontown on Saturday. According to reports, the family was escorted out of Toontown and out of Disneyland. It is not clear if there are any criminal charges.

Environmental groups say a U.S. Forest Service plan to improve wildlife habitat in eastern Idaho will do the opposite and takes an illegal shortcut around environmental laws. Alliance for the Wild Rockies and two other groups filed a lawsuit in federal court last week seeking to halt the Rowley Canyon Wildlife Enhancement Project in Bannock

Prosecutors say a man has admitted abducting and abusing a young girl while she was playing outside in Wyoming. Thirty-two-year-old Joshua Hicks is being held on $500,000 bail. Hicks faces one count each of aggravated kidnapping, second-degree sexual abuse of a minor and third-degree sexual-abuse of a minor. Kidnapping is punishable by up to life

An Idaho charter school has requested an investigation into a state commission it says is biased. The Times-News reported Saturday administrators at Heritage Academy in Jerome have filed a request with the Idaho Attorney General to investigate the state Public Charter School Commission. The school’s attorney says the investigation is necessary to address what it

UPDATE 11:50 a.m.: Idaho Power reports power has been restored to the majority of customers. __ ORIGINAL: More than 1,700 Idaho Power Company customers in the Pocatello area are affected by a power outage. The outage started around 10:30 a.m. The company said the cause of the outage was unknown but has dispatched crews to

Wildlife watchers say a possibly orphaned grizzly bear cub is lingering near a mountain pass in western Wyoming. The cub has been spotted in the same area near Togwotee Pass where a well-known grizzly bear mother has been seen this year. The adult female wears a tracking collar but for some reason isn’t with her

UPDATE 7/6/19 1:49 P.M.: A second suspect involved in last nights car-jacking has been arrested. They were taken into custody at the top of Rapid Crk Road. There may be one more suspect on the loose. The suspect was last seen wearing a white t-shirt. If you see anyone suspicious, you are asked to call

On Friday, The Gate City Grays hosted the Smithfield Blue Sox at Halliwell Park. Although one member of the Sox can’t suit up, he’s still making a contribution to the team. Every pitch, every swing, every out, Derek Fryar is tracking them all. The Preston native says he’s the best statistician in the entire Northern

UPDATE 7/7/19 8:41 P.M.: Fire crews contained the Radar Hill fire at 10:30 Saturday night. The Bureau of Land Management is hoping to have control of the fire by 6 p.m. tonight. Two engines will finish mopping up hot spots in the interior ofthe fire perimeter. UPDATE 7/6/19 9:05 P.M.: The Radar Hill Fire is

UPDATE 7/7/19 7:28 P.M.: The Horse Butte Fire is expected to be 80 percent contained tonight. Crews are mopping up and securing the fire perimeter and suppressing any residual heat. Containment lines are being tested by passing thunderstorms which have gusts of 35 to 40 miles per hour. UPDATE 7/7/19 2:16 P.M.: The Horse Butte

One of two Montana men accused of decapitating a winning casino patron faces new charges. The Billings Gazette reports that 32-year-old Donald Ray Cherry has been charged with intimidation for allegedly trying to persuade his girlfriend to change her testimony about the killing of 41-year-old Myron Wesley Knight in October 2017. He has also been

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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested the driver of a GMC pickup at around 5:40 p.m. Friday. Witnesses said the pickup swerved prior to crashing into another vehicle at the intersection of Ammon Road and 17th Street. Deputies said Ronald G. Nieweg, 67, of Idaho Falls showed signs of impairment when he fell to the ground

The Idaho Falls Fire Department extinguished a brush fire on the 1400 block of North Emerson Sunday night. It burned about 5 acres. It broke out about 9 p.m. The fire department said it was caused by fireworks. It burned brush and some debris. Firefighters were able to keep it away from homes, vehicles, businesses

Idaho gas prices average $2.92 per gallon Monday, down about 3.6 cents per gallon in the past week, according to Gas Buddy. Prices today are 19.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and 22.1 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. GasBuddy said the national average price of gas has risen 2.3

A “Red Flag” warning is posted for an area of eastern Idaho stretching along the Snake River corridor from Twin Falls to Island Park Monday. The warning is posted for 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center reports the lightning-caused Lake Channel fire, about 7 miles north of Raft River is

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Monday afternoon as, dry conditions and expected thunderstorms have us looking out for wildfires. We can expect overcast, stormy conditions throughout the day Monday before clouds clear overnight. Cool 70’s for your Monday, will quickly rise into the low 90’s for much of the

U.S. Sen. Jim Risch stopped by the station of the Fourth of July and discussed a variety of topics. One of those topics was Iran. Risch was in the room with President Donald Trump when he decided not to attack Iran for shooting down an American drone. Risch says that decision diffused a lot of

The Wyoming State Capitol will reopen to the public Wednesday after a four-year, $300 million renovation project. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle reported Sunday the building suffered from crumbling concrete, disintegrating plumbing and aging electrical wiring hanging loose inside walls. The project included the construction of a new utility plant for the Capitol complex, rebuilding parts

The former executive of an Idaho senior center who admitted to embezzling thousands of dollars has been sentenced to a month in jail. The Coeur d’Alene Press reports 49-year-old Alison McArthur pleaded guilty Friday to a misdemeanor charged over stolen funds that prosecutors said was used for a car repair, personal telephone bills and a

Wyoming coal workers who were locked out of their jobs after Blackjewel LLC filed for bankruptcy protection are wondering whether they’ll ever be called back to work. The Gillette News-Record reported Sunday the West Virginia-based company has 580 employees at two open-pit mines in northeastern Wyoming, Eagle Butte, and Belle Ayr. The company filed for

If you didn’t get enough fireworks on the Fourth, you can still get a second dose. Indian Spring Resort is hosting its annual fireworks show in American Falls. “We don’t want to compete with others doing fireworks on the Fourth. I think Pocatello does a great show. We want it for them, too. We have

UPDATE 7/6/19 8:33 P.M.: Central Fire District and INL canceled units that were going to assist with the fire on US 20. Idaho Falls Fire, Ammon Fire and Ucon Fire were assisted by farmers with heavy equipment. There is still no word on the size of the fire. ORIGINAL STORY: The Idaho Falls Fire Department,

High and Dry for most everyone. Mountain showers/storms are 30-40%. Highs in the 80’s for most, upper 70’s for Wy. Lows in the 50’s. Temps dip first of the week with a slight chance of late showers Monday with highs back to 80 or so. 90’s by week’s end. 3.3 quake reported in Soda Springs

The nine game winning streak to start the season seems like ancient history after the Idaho Falls Chukars fall to the Missoula Osprey 8-5 Friday extending the season long four game losing streak. Missoula (11-9) busted the game open in the top of the third inning with seven runs. It started when Carson Maxwell scored

Friday was the last day to the assessed value of property in Bannock County, and the Assessor’s Office was busy with people who upset over their property assessments. The Assessor’s Office has faced harsh criticism over the past few weeks, but they’re working hard. As most people are out of their office for the holiday

As kids and adults splashed at the city of Ammon swimming pool, the summer kitchen staff at Bonneville School District 93 prepared Friday’s lunch- free lunch for children. “All of us believe that everybody should get a good meal and sometimes, during the summer, a lot of kids don’t get a meal during the day,”

Fireworks aren’t the only thing that ‘goes off’ on the 4th of July, it’s also the number one day of the year that dogs run away and get lost. “Before we open we usually have a line of people here to reclaim their animals, which is good, we definitely want to get them out, the

Two Jefferson County Waterway Deputies are safe after an accident on the South Fork of the Snake River about 3 miles upstream from the Menan-Lorenzo Boat Ramp. Sheriff Steve Anderson said the deputies were conducting routine boat-safety checks when the Sheriff’s Office jet boat took in some debris, causing the motor to stall. When the

East Idaho Credit Union surprised a Shelley mother with something she set out to do more than two decades ago. EICU asked people on social media over the last several weeks to nominate friends or family who have experienced tough times and deserve a break with a Garth Brooks concert getaway. For Kelsey Countryman of

Hosting an event as large as the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration requires some serious cleaning the next day. It’s a task that luckily doesn’t turn out to be as tough as you would think. Snake River Landing has hosted the event for the past three years, and they say that the aftermath is never too bad.

Idaho State Police are investigating a one-car rollover on Interstate 15 near milepost 76. A female driver was the only occupant. She was transported to a hospital for treatment of injuries. Her condition and details of the accident are unknown. Watch for details as they become available.

UPDATE: 7/5/19 The St. Anthony Police Department has re-opened the Sand Bar to public swimming. Police said they were advised that river flows are now at an acceptable level. Even so, Police urged swimmers to be aware of potential danger inherent to the river and swim with caution. __ ORIGINAL STORY: The St. Anthony Police

Authorities say a man has been arrested following the discovery of a body with multiple gunshot wounds in Caldwell, Idaho. KBOI report s a 58-year-old Nampa man was arrested shortly after the body was found at 9 a.m. Friday.

If you can’t make it to the firework shows on July 4, don’t worry. Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 will be streaming the shows in Idaho Falls and Pocatello right here on our website. You can watch the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration in Idaho Falls HERE. You can watch the Tribute to America

A plan that would create an 11,000-mile fuel break system in the Great Basin was released by the Bureau of Land Management in Boise Friday. It opened a 45-day public comment period. A public meeting is scheduled in Idaho Falls July 17. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) will review a system of strategically placed

Officials said this year’s Melaleuca Freedom Celebration featured more than 18,000 fireworks and some brand-new special effects in about 31 minutes. It was the 27th year the Idaho Falls-based company has hosted the event, which drew over 200,000 spectators last year. This year’s display honored American heroes. “Our approach to creating one of the best

The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office reports a 34-year-old was killed in a vehicle rollover Thursday around 7:22 p.m. According to police, the crash happened at 253 North at 200 East. Micki Lee Mortensen was southbound on 200 east, when she drove off the east side of the road striking a power pole then rolling into

Utah police say the body of a slain college student has been recovered. The disclosure came at a news conference Friday in the case involving 23-year-old Mackenzie Lueck. Authorities previously said some of her remains were found in a suspect’s backyard in Salt Lake City. The body was discovered in a canyon 85 miles north

The National Weather Service says two tornadoes touched down in rural southeastern Wyoming on Thursday. National Weather Service meteorologist Gerry Claycomb tells KTWO-AM no damage or injuries have been reported yet. The first tornado hit west of the town of Chugwater at about 4:45 p.m. The second touched down about 30 minutes later near Interstate

Salt Lake City has been chosen to host the U.S. Quidditch World Cup in 2021. Mayor Jackie Biskupski announced the selection Friday and said the city was chosen for its proximity to an airport and its walkable downtown area. The event is expected to host 84 teams and draw in more than 7,000 people. Previous

Police shot and injured a man they say fired a gun within a crowd watching the city’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display. The Spokesman Review reports the man had fired at Coeur d’Alene officers just prior to them firing back. Authorities say officers heard the original shot that set off the chase about 10:10

One man was killed and another injured in a one-vehicle crash near Soda Springs at around 1:59 a.m. Friday. Idaho State Police said Jacob Beutler, 28, of Roosevelt, Utah was eastbound on US 30 when his 2018 Ram 2500 pickup went off the left side of the road, hit an embankment and rolled. Beutler was

Crews spent a large part of Thursday making sure all of the pyrotechnics were ready to roll for the Bannock County Independence Day Celebration. Thousands and thousands of shells now line the lower field at the event center, waiting to be set off. “This year is going to be bigger and better than before,” Bingham

It was a nearly flawless month of June for the Idaho Falls Chukars. The Gray Birds went a stellar 12-1 last month. However, When the calendar flipped to July, so did their fortunes. Idaho Falls (13-4) fell to Missoula (10-9) 5-4 on Thursday. A third straight loss for the Chukars who are 1-4 in July.

Excitement, nerves and anticipation were in the air at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport on Thursday afternoon. Capt. Bryce Papke is back in eastern Idaho for a few days after being deployed in the Army. “We’re super stoked,” said Chelsea Papke, Bryce Papke’s wife. “It couldn’t have been a more perfect time with today being

4th of July celebrations in Rexburg kicked off with a community breakfast at the fire station. “The food was really good, especially for the fourth of July, it was a great way to start it out,” said breakfast attendee, Jordan Miller. Afterward, runners in the Main Street Mile race made their way down the street

Before you kick off your Independence Day festivities, be sure to plan ahead and know which roads will be closed. Those attending the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration should review the Parking & Exiting Map for recommended parking areas based upon your destination following the fireworks. Traffic plans from the past two years have been evaluated for

Amid the earthquake activity in California and volcanic activity in Hawaii, the USGS Yellowstone Volcano Observatory reports earthquake activity in Yellowstone remains at background levels. The Steamboat geyser did smash records, with seven water eruptions during June. There were no major changes recorded at GPS stations in surface deformation in the Yellowstone area. A European

UPDATE 1:36 P.M. 7/4/19: Two people were sent to the hospital for serious injuries after an accident closed part of 17th street in Idaho Falls. According to Idaho Falls Public Information Officer Jessica Clements, a vehicle heading west on 17th made an improper lane change, hitting another car. The driver overcorrected and drove into the

The Teton County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding for 21-year-old Averin Scott. He is a Native American, who was last seen around 9 p.m. in the area of S Highway 89, just north of horse creek, near the river. Averin was last seen wearing a gray jacket and black pants. He

A Boise man is accused of holding a woman against her will, assaulting her and threatening her with a knife. The Idaho Statesman reports police arrested 26-year-old Brennden Rader on Wednesday on suspicion of kidnapping, aggravated assault, attempted strangulation and resisting arrest. Boise police say officers responded to a domestic dispute call at a business

A woman working at a resort in northwest Wyoming has died of an apparent drowning. The Park County Sheriff’s Office identified the woman as 56-year-old Susan Hartley of Chichester, New Hampshire. The Cody Enterprise reports that her body was found Wednesday in the Shoshone River, about half a mile downstream of the Pahaska Tepee Resort

Researchers at Brigham Young University are helping with a NASA-sponsored project measuring the electrical charge and size of dust particles on Mars. The Deseret News reports the BYU group is nearing completion of the three-year project that hopes to understand the climate of the Red Planet and the impact the dust has on materials sent

One thing you can almost count on during high-traffic events, like parades and firework displays, are misplaced children. In Idaho Falls, fire and police personnel will be on bikes throughout the parade route Thursday morning and ready to help. They will also be on hand during the Riverfest 2019 and Melaleuca Freedom Celebration at Snake

UPDATE: 7-4 8:41 A.M. Two people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash on southbound Interstate 15 at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday. Idaho State Police were called to milepost 26, about five miles south of Downey. Investigators said Cameron Alexander, 22, of Newhall, California was southbound in a Honda Civic and struck the rear of a 2016

Below are the 2019 Independence Day 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, share it with us at https://www.localnews8.com/share, and we will update this page as soon as possible. Also, we will be

The Idaho Falls Liberty on Parade route will remain the same this year. It will proceed west on 4th Street from Holmes Avenue, turn south on Boulevard and end at the intersection of Rogers Street and South Boulevard. Drivers are urged to use caution in this area because of the high volume of pedestrians. You

UPDATE: 7-4 8:29 A.M. Three people were hospitalized after their pickup and camper trailer rolled on the Ashton Hill at around 7:27 p.m. Wednesday. Idaho State Police said a 2004 Ford F250 pickup pulling a camper trailer, went out of control after one of the wheels on the trailer went off the road and into

With Independence Day fast approaching, many have already gotten into the holiday mindset, resulting in a surge of calls at many local law enforcement agencies. On Tuesday, the Pocatello Police Department took 110 calls for service in a 24-hour period. “That’s a lot of calls for service, that’s a lot of reports for them to

Hundreds of people gathered in Fort Hall for the annual Treaty Day celebration. The event commemorates a peace treaty that was signed by the Shoshone Bannock Tribes and the U.S. government in 1868. The 151-year-old treaty reserved land for the tribes along with hunting grounds. Today, they keep the treaty day tradition alive through entertainment

“It’s been a challenge, it’s been interesting,” said LDS Idaho Falls East Stake Float board member, Lanny Wilding. In the United States, floats have been an important part of any parade since the early 1800s. “They’re something fun to look at, they kind of keep people interested,” said Hope Lutheran Church and School float board

Bannock County Noxious Weed and Mosquito Abatement just released its new drone to help keep the mosquitoes under control. “We use it for not only taking care of noxious weeds, but we also use it in our mosquito control program to help control larvae growing in our marshes,” said David Herter, the department supervisor. The

Negotiations between the police union and the city got heated yesterday, as members of the police union left during the middle of negotiations. Akilah Lacey, the Vice President of the Pocatello Police Union, asked why the police deserved to be paid less than police in other cities for doing the same job. “We are doing

The City of Idaho Falls reports estimates indicate Idaho Falls more than doubles in size during the Independence Day celebration. There are many viewing areas available for both the parade and the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration. City officials have released the following regarding marking areas for the fireworks: Snake River Landing is private property. Most of

Bannock County Commissioners have postponed all hearings for this year’s property assessment appeals. During discussions with the State Tax Commission, the County Commission determined it had received conflicting information, which has now been clarified. They did not expound on what that misinformation was. Commissioners have decided the best path forward includes a request to extend

East Idaho Credit Union has raised $49,560 for their charitable program in their annual Kicks for Kids Golf Tournament recently hosted in Idaho Falls. “This program, Kicks for Kids, provides needed shoes to local kids whose family can’t afford them,” said EICU President and CEO Dan Thurman. “This is the most money we’ve raised so

We’re seeing slightly cooler temperatures with scattered thunderstorms for Independence Day. Hot weather will rebound in for this weekend and next week. Thursday – Partly cloudy with a slight chance of thunderstorms. Highs into the mid 70’s Friday – Mostly sunny, with a high into the lower 80’s. Saturday & Sunday – Sunny, with a

Fire caused extensive damage to the Cafe Genevive at 135 West Broadway in Jackson Tuesday. Jackson Hole Fire-EMS was called to the restaurant at 2:54 a.m. The fire was quickly put out, but not before it swept through the building. The cause of the fire is undetermined. Jackson Police said there are numerous items of

Representatives of Grand Teton National Park and Grand Teton National Park Foundation cut a ribbon Wednesday formally celebrating a multi-year, multi-million-dollar public-private partnership to renew the park’s most popular destination at Jenny Lake. The area had deteriorated over the years as millions of visitors stopped at the site. That use threatened fragile habitat and prevented

UPDATE 2:30 p.m. Authorities have identified an Oregon man who drowned while fishing in the Snake River in southwestern Idaho. The Ada County Coroner’s Office on Wednesday released the name of 42-year-old Aaron James Link of Ontario, Oregon. Authorities say he was fishing near the Swan Falls Dam late Saturday night or early Sunday morning

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Pocatello has tapped an unusual resource to provide a new bus service for Cache Valley commuters. IDEQ is using funds from a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant to purchase a 40-foot coach bus. It hopes to get more people to use Cache Valley Transit District services to reduce

The Idaho Transportation Department has reached a conclusion on how to handle Blackfoot traffic at the intersection of Judicial Street and Broadway. As a result, a stop sign will replace an intersection signal light. The city modified its traffic patterns in the summer of 2017 by changing the traffic flow on Broadway, between Judicial and

The Hamer Fire Department has taken delivery of a surplus wildland fire engine from the Idaho Falls District Bureau of Land Management. The donation is part of BLM’s effort to respond to rural wildland fires by giving excess equipment and supplies to local fire departments and Rangeland Fire Protection Associations. Under its new readiness program,

UPDATE 7/3/19: The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office says the vehicle and driver have been identified and are no longer being sought. ___ The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a hit-and-run driver. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run accident at the Wellness Complex

The Seventh Judicial District’s Magistrate Commission will interview five candidates to fill a vacancy in the Bonneville County Magistrate Court. Judge Steven Boyce resigned his post to become a District Judge in June. The five candidates include Daniel Clark, Wiley Dennert, Trevor Castleton, Manuel Murdoch, and Marvin Smith. The commission will conduct interviews Friday, July

The Fourth of July is typically a joyous day for Americans, but for our pets, it can be a stressful one. Pocatello Animal Services is encouraging you to protect your pets this Independence Day and take extra precaution as the fireworks are being discharged. “Fireworks are loud and may be scary to some animals. This

The Portneuf Air Rescue is ramping up for the 100 deadliest days and the inevitable upswing of injuries that accompanies Independence Day. “We’ve been going on what’s called a scene call, where we’re requested to an automobile accident on the highway, almost once a day now, for the last six days,” said Christopher Parrott, a

Although the Bridger Teton National Forest Plan is not up for review right now, forest officials are getting ready for it. The Bridger Teton is now beginning the process to study rivers located on the forest to determine which are free-flowing and possess at least one remarkable river value. Officials are also looking for comments

UPDATE: 7-3 8:10 a.m. The Table Butte fire, about 5 miles east of Camas, was officially contained at 806 acres at approximately 9 p.m. Tuesday. The fire was believed to be lightning caused. It burned grass and brush in flat terrain with rolling hills. No structures were threatened. In all, the fire fighting effort involved

UPDATE: Blackfoot council members voted in favor of the ban Tuesday night. PREVIOUS STORY: Jensen Grove Park is a very popular place to get fresh air and spend time with the family by the lake. However, some parents are fed up with vaporizers at the park. “I’m very opposed to it; I feel like it’s

When Matt Willie stands behind the counter of his family’s fireworks stand outside the Pine Ridge Mall, it continues a tradition he’s been a part of for nearly his entire life. “Obviously I don’t remember it, but I guess my mom was carrying me in one of these baby carriers and the fire marshal came

NASA has selected an idea from a research team from The University of Idaho. The mission called ‘Dragonfly’ is a project to launch a robotic rotorcraftlander to Saturn’s moon Titan. In a place where the sun doesn’t shine, The Department of Energy is forced to use a power system that can be used in remote

It’s no secret that we all need water. The thought that one day, fresh water could be a limited resource is frightening. A large brewing company is funding research projects to make sure that doesn’t happen. Idaho is one of the top barley producers in the country. With agriculture being the single largest water-consuming industry,

The Idaho Falls Police Department plans to put all of its officers on duty Thursday. Police say they will attempt to answer all fireworks complaints but may have to prioritize due to sheer volume. The department expects an increased number of public calls, large public events, and firework complaints to keep them busy throughout the

A weak cold front will slide in, dropping our temperatures slightly for Wednesday and Thursday, with scattered thunderstorms. Hot weather will rebound in for this weekend and next week. Wednesday – Partly cloudy skies, with highs in the upper 70’s. Chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Gusty SE winds 15-25 mph. Thursday –

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your help in locating two endangered children and an adult. The juveniles are 12-year-old Ariel Lee Thompson and 6-year-old Isabella Joy Thompson. It is believed the girls are with their father 37-year-old Samson Wayne Thompson. Samson is believed to be driving a 2016 red Chevy Sonic, Idaho license

State and federal officials have identified 6,700 square miles in Idaho to test a plan that allows state participation in federal timber sales to pay for restoration work on private, state and federal lands. Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Monday announced the U.S. Forest Service and state officials had identified landscape-scale projects in northern and

Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies were called to a report of individuals trespassing at a storage unit business located in the 3500 N. block of 15th E. in Bonneville County Sunday just after midnight. Deputies arrived and with the property owner located a female moving items from a storage unit she had been renting. During this

Utah has recorded an increase in DUI arrests after prohibiting driving with a blood alcohol level above the 0.05% limit. The Salt Lake Tribune reported Tuesday data from the Utah Highway Patrol shows more than 2,700 DUI arrests were made in the first three months of this year. The state recorded nearly 2,600 in the

Roundabouts, traffic lights, airport runways and sidewalks are all part of the Idaho Transportation Investment Program released by the Idaho Transportation Department this week. The “ITIP” offers a seven-year plan for developing a wide range of public transportation projects in the state. Eastern Idaho projects, for example, include Interstate 15 road construction from Hamer to