Idaho movie theaters now open
There’s nothing like a fresh bag of popcorn and watching your favorite movies on the big screens, and now across Idaho, you finally…
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Utah Governor activates National Guard to control protestors
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) – Utah Governor Gary Herbert said he has activated the National Guard to help control protests in downtown Salt Lake City. Watch…
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36 new Idaho COVID-19 cases
Idaho officials reported on Saturday there are at least 2,839 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 35 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Pocatello man killed in crash
Idaho State Police report a 37-year-old Pocatello man was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Buckskin Road at Parks Road, east of Pocatello Saturday at…
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2 hospitalized after crash on US 26
Idaho State Police report two people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle injury crash on US 26, at milepost 357, east of Ririe Friday around 9:52…
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Bear attacks hiker near Henrys Lake Outlet
An adult male was attacked by a bear while hiking along the Outlet Overlook Trail at Henrys Lake State Park late Friday…
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Dealing with the new normal: How restaurants are rebounding
When the Pandemic first started, we checked in with Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant and The Firehouse Grill. Both restaurants have their dining room…
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Unofficial graduation draws hundreds to Portneuf Wellness Complex
Students and parents gathered at the Portneuf Wellness Complex Friday to celebrate graduating seniors. Graduates walked down a flagged path near the…
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Local support for George Floyd gathered on Broadway Bridge
Protesters from Bonneville Democratic Party gathered today on the Broadway Bridge to show support for George…
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Idaho newspaper plans lawsuit over COVID-19 records denial
A southwestern Idaho newspaper on Friday said it will file a lawsuit against the state Department of Health and Welfare if the agency doesn’t turn…
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Idaho transitions to Stage 3
Governor Little announced his plans for Idaho Rebounds Stage 3, the state’s approach to reopening segments of the Idaho economy, on…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases pass 2,800
Idaho officials reported on Friday there are at least 2,803 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 35 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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CARES Act to restore START Bus services
START Bus expects to begin restoring services that were drastically reduced in March, thanks to CARES Act funding. …
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4 Wyoming women charged for suspected quarantine violation
Four roommates in Wyoming were charged in criminal court on suspicion of violating a quarantine order issued because of their exposure to COVID-19,…
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Hot, breezy and a few thundershowers
Feels like summer for Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming, with highs well into the 90’s for Saturday. We’ll also see a risk for afternoon and evening…
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Jackson Game and Fish Office to open Monday
Wyoming Game and Fish is making plans to open its Jackson office on a limited basis.…
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No rodeo festival dashes Wyoming city’s hopes amid COVID-19
The Just Dandy women’s clothing store in downtown Cheyenne has endured fire, flooding, recessions and so far the coronavirus pandemic, but will this…
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Latinos increasingly affected by COVID-19 in rural Idaho
New data shows a recent spike in coronavirus cases has hit Latinos in rural Idaho, an already disproportionately affected community that makes up a…
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Teton Pass sand barrel array system will be active this weekend
The new “sand barrel array” system to stop runaway vehicles will be active by this weekend on WYO 22 Teton…
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Man mauled by grizzly bear in critical, stable condition
A grizzly bear has mauled a mountain biker on a trail near the Spanish Peaks Mountain Club in southern Montana, causing severe injuries to his face…
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Idaho RV registration enforcement postponed again
Idaho has again extended its grace period to register recreational vehicles.…
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What to consider before you take out a payday loan
Payday loans in Idaho can have an interest rate of up to 652…
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Ogden officer killed, 1 hurt in shootout; gunman also dead
Authorities say a police officer was killed and another officer injured in a shootout with man whose wife called police to report he had threatened…
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Pocatello announces reopening rules
The city of Pocatello has detailed how city services will change to comply with health…
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Bonneville county fire causes extensive damage
Fire caused about $150,000 damage to a Bonneville County home Thursday…
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Spring Heat
Thermometers throughout the region will read 90 degrees by the end of the day, both Friday and Saturday. A few thunderstorms will hit upper elevation…
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Idaho Falls High School celebrates graduation at the Drive-In
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Falls High School honored their Seniors at the Motor Vu Drive-In on Thursday night. Students were glad they…
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Vandalism and bad behavior on the increase at a Pocatello park
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A wave of vandalism is hitting a popular park in Bannock County. There has been record attendance at the Portneuf…
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D91 extends Grab ‘n Go Program through June 30
The school year is coming to an end, but Idaho Falls School District 91’s Grab ‘n Go Breakfast/Lunch program will continue through June…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases continue to increase, new cases in Franklin, Bannock, Power
Idaho officials reported on Thursday there are at least 2,769 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 35 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading 8 new COVID-19 cases in Southeast Idaho
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed eight new cases of COVID-19 in southeast…
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Wyoming Governor: federal court decision could cost millions
Wyoming could lose millions of dollars if a federal court decision stands, according to Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon..…
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Movies are back: theaters plan to reopen after Governor gives OK
Royal Theaters plan to open the Blackfoot Movie Mill and the Paramount Theater in Idaho Falls on Saturday.…
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Hot and breezy with a few T-storms
A broad ridge of high pressure is pumping in the heat with highs pushing into the lower 90’s. We’ll also have a few thunderstorms with breezy winds.…
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Yellowstone to open Montana entrances Monday
Montana entrances to Yellowstone National Park will open June 1 at 10 a.m. …
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Idaho gets 14K more absentee ballot requests after extension
The state of Idaho has received another 14,000 absentee ballot requests after a federal court extended the deadline for the primary election because…
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort readies for summer
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is making adjustments to its standard summer operations to compensate for social distancing and safety protocols.…
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WYDOT orders Snake River Bridge weight limits
New weight limits have been ordered for the Snake River Bridge on Wyoming Highway 22 near the intersection of Wyoming 390.…
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Teton High School students voting on new mascot
DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – When high school sports return in the fall, teams at Teton High school will be going by a different name. A mascot…
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COVID-19 claims another Wyoming nursing home patient
The COVID-19 virus has claimed the life of yet another long-term-care facility patient in…
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Rexburg Food Pantry accepts grant
The Rexburg Food Pantry accepted a $5,000 donation Thursday from the Fall River Electric Cooperative.…
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Power restored after eastern Idaho outage
Utility officials say a “loss of transmission” to the entire region led to a widespread power outage in eastern Idaho Thursday afternoon.…
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Idaho Republican joins transgender sports lawsuit fight
Idaho Republican Party Chairman Raul Labrador has signed on to represent two college track athletes who want a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit…
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Victor cancels 4th of July activities
The city of Victor has formally canceled this year’s 4th of July events due to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
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Waterline replacement project begins June 1
Construction crews will begin a waterline replacement project that will impact 11th, 12th, 13th and a small portion of 14th Streets beginning June…
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Residents told to ‘stay indoors’ as a precaution after an unused gas line ruptures in Pocatello
An incident in Bannock County prompted fire officials to tell residents to stay inside their homes…
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Idaho Falls Fiber expanding
Idaho Falls Fiber is expanding its service territory, expecting new neighborhoods to open throughout the…
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Idaho unemployment claims increase at slower pace
The Idaho Department of Labor reports 4,727 people filed new claims for unemployment insurance benefits in the past week, down 18% from the 5,800 who…
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Governor Little OKs additional lifting of restrictions
Governor Brad Little will host a press conference regarding Stage 3 of Idaho Rebounds at 1:30 p.m. Thursday.…
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Local business feeds Madison Memorial frontline workers
Frontline health care workers at Madison Memorial Hospital are feeling the love of the business community this week.…
Continue Reading Sunny with Continued Warming
Temperatures will bump into the 80’s this afternoon. Conditions will stay dry and warm all the way through the…
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High school rodeo state champs to be held in Pocatello
While other events planned for the event center, like the Hairball concert, are canceled, Moser said the rodeo is a different…
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Idaho State Police enforces move over law
With warmer weather and the stay at home order being lifted, more people will be on the roads, but this poses a problem for Idaho State…
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NFHS releases guidelines for return to high school sports
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (KIFI/KIDK) – A potential path back to high school sports is out. The National Federation of High School Associations released…
Continue Reading 31 new confirmed Idaho COVID-19 cases, new cases in Bonneville, Bannock
Idaho officials reported on Wednesday there are at least 2,731 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 34 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Local golfer celebrates 99th birthday on the course
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Riverside Golf Course in Pocatello hosted a surprise birthday party for 99 year old Frannie Throkelt on Wednesday. She…
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Yellowstone WI-FI plan open for comment
Yellowstone National Park has reopened a public comment period on a proposal to expand WI-FI for park visitors and…
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How is COVID-19 impacting Eastern Idaho’s economy?
“Each county in Idaho when you compare the economies of each county they’re very different from each other.…
Continue Reading New COVID-19 case in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
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Warming Up
High pressure over the west will allow temperatures well above average, with highs into the lower to mid 90’s for Friday and Saturday. Some moisture…
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Gas leak repaired
The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports a gas leak on E Lincoln road between N 35th E and N 45th…
Continue Reading Third Wyoming care-facility resident dies of COVID-19
A Washakie County, Wyoming long-term care facility was the source of yet another additional death reported Wednesday. …
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Frontier Days and other Wyoming events canceled in 2020
Calling it a “sad” day in Wyoming, Governor Mark Gordon has announced that a score of rodeo events, including Cheyenne Frontier Days, have all…
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Wyoming Governor begins to open the doors
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has opened the door to public gatherings a bit wider.…
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Adding color to gloomy times
Faces masks are becoming a real fashion statement for Miss Shoban. Stormie Perdash is using her eye for style to produce custom masks for people…
Continue Reading Local institutions support frontline workers
Three Idaho Falls financial institutions joined together to donate and distribute medical masks to non-profit…
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Hospice of Eastern Idaho wins recognition
Idaho Falls based Hospice of Eastern Idaho has been awarded the Pinnacle Quality Insight Customer Experience Award for 2020. …
Continue Reading Guidance now available for safe gatherings
State and local public health experts created a new guidance document to assist with decisions about gatherings during the COVID-19…
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Why now is the time to embrace video games for kids
Before the pandemic, video games were a weekend-only activity in our house, allowed for one hour a day, Saturday and…
Continue Reading Antibody tests for COVID-19 wrong up to half the time, CDC says
Antibody tests used to determine if people have been infected in the past with Covid-19 might be wrong up to half the time, the US Centers for…
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