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ITD to host virtual public meeting on US 20 project

July 29, 2020 1:16 PM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are developing an Environmental Assessment (EA) associated…

Teton County Wyo. extends face-covering order through August 14

July 29, 2020 12:53 PM News Team

Due to a continued increase in COVID-19 cases in Teton County Wyo., State Public Health Officer Alexia Harrist has approved a request to extend the…

Pocatello Greek Festival canceled due to COVID-19

July 29, 2020 12:28 PM Emma Iannacone

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church chose to cancel the event to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.…

Jackson Hole comprehensive plan released for comment

July 29, 2020 11:53 AM News Team

The Jackson/Teton County Growth Management Project has released a draft update of the community comprehensive plan. …

Police renew request for help locating missing person

July 29, 2020 11:30 AM News Team

The Chubbuck Police Department is renewing its request for help from the community regarding a missing…

KIFI Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3

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July 29, 2020 10:58 AM News Team

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Art Commission launches pen pal writing project

July 29, 2020 10:42 AM News Team

You are invited to join Writers in Residences, a pen pal writing…

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available at Portneuf Medical Center

July 29, 2020 10:22 AM News Team

You don’t have to leave your car to get tested for COVID-19 at Portneuf Medical…

Groundwater contamination continues in southern Idaho

July 29, 2020 10:07 AM News Team

An updated report on Magic Valley groundwater finds the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer (ESPA) is increasingly impacted by contamination directly traced…

Local family organizes back to school drive

July 29, 2020 9:50 AM Ariel Schroeder

A local family is doing what they can to support the education of our…

ECS Tech to open new offices in Bannock County

July 29, 2020 8:56 AM News Team

ECS, a Bannock County high tech company, and Bannock Development have announced plans to open new offices and support facilities in…

Tribal members to receive financial assistance

July 29, 2020 8:40 AM News Team

The Fort Hall Business Council has passed a resolution approving one-time CARES Act financial assistance.…

AA Legion Baseball State Tournament Scores – Tuesday, July 28

July 28, 2020 9:46 PM News Team

Tuesday, July 28…

Remember to keep your guard up against criminals

July 28, 2020 5:39 PM Jilliana Colina

Rexburg, Idaho may have been classified as the ‘Safest City in Idaho” in 2020 by Safewise, but that doesn’t mean it’s immune to criminal…

EISF rodeo tickets on sale Thursday

July 28, 2020 5:34 PM News Team

The Eastern Idaho State Fair will be hosting the only pro rodeo happening in Idaho this…

Warming trend continues, slight chance of a thunderstorm for Wednesday

July 28, 2020 5:25 PM Michael Coats

Scattered thunderstorms for late Tuesday, clearing as we move into Wednesday. We’ll still have a slight chance of some thunderstorms in our local…

528 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Tuesday, 8 new deaths

July 28, 2020 5:22 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 528 new COVID-19 cases and eight new deaths on…

Wyoming extends health orders another two weeks

July 28, 2020 4:20 PM News Team

Wyoming’s current health orders will remain in place through at least August 15, as cases of COVID-19 continue to rise. …

Idaho groups seek liability shield during virus pandemic

July 28, 2020 3:56 PM Associated Press

Organizations that advocate for schools, counties, county sheriffs and businesses said Tuesday they want lawmakers called back into session to create…

Jackson-Teton County affordable housing reports progress

July 28, 2020 3:49 PM News Team

The Jackson-Teton County Housing Department’s mid-year report shows the department manages over one thousand units and has seven projects in the…

Idaho inmate becomes 2nd in US to receive gender surgery

July 28, 2020 3:14 PM Associated Press

An Idaho inmate became the second incarcerated person in the U.S. to undergo gender confirmation surgery while in prison following a legal dispute…

The Nation’s Weather

July 28, 2020 3:01 PM Associated Press

The Nation’s Weather for Wednesday, July 29, 2020 _____ NATIONAL SUMMARY A weak disturbance will swing through the lower and eastern Great…

Jackson lodging numbers improve

July 28, 2020 2:53 PM News Team

A new poll of Jackson’s in-town lodging properties indicates the tourism economy is staging some recovery. …

Tourism promotion funding announced

July 28, 2020 2:48 PM News Team

The Idaho Travel Council has awarded $5.8 million in tourism marketing funding to non-profit travel organizations across the state. …

Utah teachers want online only classes at start of school

July 28, 2020 2:39 PM News Team

Utah’s largest teachers union called Tuesday for schools to delay reopening and start the school year with online classes, citing safety concerns for…

Wyoming State Penitentiary coronavirus count reaches 24

July 28, 2020 2:32 PM Associated Press

More inmates and employees at the Wyoming State Penitentiary have tested positive for the…

First COVID-19 case confirmed in Clark County resident, cases and hospitalizations of COVID-19 increasing throughout region

July 28, 2020 12:54 PM News Team

Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) is confirming the first case of COVID19 in a Clark County resident.…

Tribeca comes to Idaho Falls Motor Vu Drive-In beginning Wednesday

July 28, 2020 10:59 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Motor Vu Drive-In is partnering with Tribeca Enterprises to bring a weekend of Tribeca-curated films to Idaho Falls.…

East Smoky Panel Mine plans approved

July 28, 2020 10:46 AM News Team

A subsidiary of the Idaho Housing and Finance Association plans to begin construction of a major new housing project in Idaho Falls this year.…

2 Yellowstone concession employees, 3 visitors test positive with COVID-19

July 28, 2020 10:33 AM News Team

Two Yellowstone concession employees and three separate visitors have recently tested positive for COVID-19 after being in the…

Local gym takes extra precautions to keep us safe

July 28, 2020 9:52 AM Ariel Schroeder

Local businesses all across East Idaho are doing what they can to protect us from the…

Express Lab, ISU and SIPH moving COVID-19 testing to Holt Arena August 3rd

July 28, 2020 9:46 AM News Team

Express Lab, Idaho State University and Southeastern Idaho Public Health will be moving the location of their
COVID-19 testing site from its current…

Affordable housing complex planned in Idaho Falls

July 28, 2020 9:41 AM News Team

A subsidiary of the Idaho Housing and Finance Association plans to begin construction of a major new housing project in Idaho Falls this year.…

SIPH confirms fourth COVID-19 related death in Southeast Idaho

July 28, 2020 9:32 AM News Team

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed the fourth death associated with COVID-19 in southeast Idaho.…

No one hurt after camper flips over

July 28, 2020 9:03 AM News Team

Idaho State Police say no one was seriously hurt in a crash on Interstate 15 Tuesday that blocked the northbound lanes for two…

Woman arrested after night-long altercation

July 28, 2020 8:41 AM News Team

One woman was arrested after a night long standoff with Bonneville County SWAT…

AA Legion Baseball State Tournament Scores – Monday, July 27

July 27, 2020 9:54 PM News Team

Monday, July…

Rexburg’s game plan against COVID-19

July 27, 2020 6:32 PM Jilliana Colina

‘United We Stand Against COVID,’ as Mayor Merrill explains, is an initiative to help educate the public to remember to do things to keep people safe…

Idaho among states receiving unsolicited seed packages from China

July 27, 2020 5:41 PM News Team

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is warning people who get unsolicated package of seeds in the mail from China to not open…

60 new COVID-19 cases reported in the area

July 27, 2020 5:33 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 60 new COVID-19 cases on…

517 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Monday, 6 new deaths

July 27, 2020 5:19 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 517 new COVID-19 cases and six new deaths on…

It’s BOSS: Blackfoot School District working on new online option

July 27, 2020 5:06 PM Emma Iannacone

The Blackfoot School District 55 is working on an online option for families who want to avoid in-person learning, but still want to stay in the…

KABOOM! Watch the blasting at Idaho Falls construction site

July 27, 2020 4:53 PM News Team

Headwaters Construction plans to blast out rock near the roundabout at South Utah Avenue and Bridgeport Road in Idaho Falls…

Thunderstorms, isolated showers, Red Flag Warning posted

July 27, 2020 3:16 PM Michael Coats

Thunderstorm and shower chance for Tuesday For Monday evening, warm with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. East wind 10 to 15 MPH,…

The Nation’s Weather

July 27, 2020 3:00 PM Associated Press

The Nation’s Weather for Tuesday, July 28, 2020 _____ NATIONAL SUMMARY A cold front will slice into hot, humid air across the Northeast…

Video streaming will continue in Daybell-Vallow court hearings

July 27, 2020 2:34 PM News Team

Fremont County Judge Feren Eddins has denied a motion to bar live broadcast or livestream coverage of preliminary court hearings for Lori Vallow and…

Mule deer found shot in Salmon

July 27, 2020 11:31 AM News Team

A young mule deer buck was shot within the city limits of Salmon, Idaho Fish and Game reported Monday morning.…

INL discovery could lead to better batteries

July 27, 2020 11:30 AM News Team

An INL-UCSD discovery could lead to better vehicle lithium batteries and more.…

Shelley man injured in I-15 crash

July 27, 2020 11:23 AM News Team

A Shelley man was hospitalized at 6:52 p.m. Sunday after a crash at milepost 84 on Interstate 15, just north of Fort…

Idaho gas prices dip again

July 27, 2020 11:20 AM News Team

Drivers are continuing to see lower prices for gasoline this summer. …

Sunny Monday, Tuesday storms

July 26, 2020 9:07 PM Andrew Howe

High temperatures will break into the 90’s Monday. A few scattered showers will wander through the higher elevations. Showers will be more widespread…

Legion Baseball State Tournament features plenty of East Idaho teams

July 26, 2020 9:07 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The AA American Legion State Tournament begins on Monday at Minico High School. Due to the Pandemic, Treasure Valley…

350 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Sunday

July 26, 2020 7:25 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 350 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths on…

The Nation’s Weather

July 26, 2020 3:00 PM Associated Press

The Nation’s Weather for Monday, July 27, 2020 _____ NATIONAL SUMMARY Deep South Texas will continue to feel the lingering effects of a…

Missing Rigby woman’s body found in Idaho Falls

July 26, 2020 3:57 AM News Team

Rigby Police are attempting to locate Becky Ann Tracy, 48, who was last seen Thursday…

Motorcyclist killed in US 20 crash

July 26, 2020 3:40 AM News Team

A Utah man was killed when his motorcyle collided with a horse trailer at around 4:49 p.m. Saturday. …

Mustangs head to division championship with another blowout win

July 25, 2020 11:56 PM Adrian Luevano

SHELLEY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Mustangs used another 50 point first-half to beat the Logan Stampede, 72-0. With the win the Mustangs have…

Car wash supports Firth sports

July 25, 2020 11:39 PM Ariel Schroeder

A local high is looking to raise funds to keep spring sports going. …

Multiple fires start in southeast Idaho

July 25, 2020 10:10 PM News Team

Lightning tracked over southeast Idaho Saturday afternoon and evening ignited multiple…

New market in Old Town Pocatello aims to support local artisans

July 25, 2020 8:50 PM Emma Iannacone

There’s a new place for Pocatellans to support local…

Sunny Sunday, a few storms ahead

July 25, 2020 8:10 PM Andrew Howe

Expect dry, mild conditions Sunday. A few storms hit early in the week, but temperatures stay…

ISP adds extra focus on seat belt enforcement

July 25, 2020 6:27 PM News Team

Idaho State troopers are reminding you that taking responsibility for your own safety means buckling…

563 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Saturday, 2 new deaths

July 25, 2020 6:11 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 563 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths on…

The Nation’s Weather

July 25, 2020 3:00 PM Associated Press

The Nation’s Weather for Sunday, July 26, 2020 _____ NATIONAL SUMMARY Hanna, a tropical storm tomorrow, will continue to provide the southern…

Sunny weekend

July 24, 2020 9:04 PM Andrew Howe

Clear skies will dominate the weekend forecast. Temperatures will gradually rise toward 90-degree highs by…

Idaho State soccer, volleyball, cross country to begin September 18

July 24, 2020 6:18 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Fall competition for olympic sports in the Big Sky Conference will begin Friday, September 18. The BSC President’s…

528 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Friday, 6 new deaths

July 24, 2020 6:02 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 528 new COVID-19 cases and six new deaths on…

Dispatch calls increasing in Bonneville County

July 24, 2020 5:58 PM Chelsea Briar

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office has received almost 28,000 calls for services so far this year. In July alone, there were about 3,205 calls…

82 new COVID-19 cases in the area

July 24, 2020 4:47 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 82 new COVID-19 cases in the area…

Media objects to not allowing video access at Vallow, Daybell hearings

July 24, 2020 4:17 PM News Team

Local media, including Local News 8, along with other regional and national media organizations have joined together to object to a motion that would…

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