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Wyoming man pleads not guilty to killing girlfriend

February 18, 2020 10:59 AM Associated Press

A Wyoming man who has suffered two traumatic brain injuries has denied charges that he killed his girlfriend during an argument in which she returned…

Idaho Falls man charged after weekend crash

February 18, 2020 10:57 AM News Team

An Idaho Falls man faces multiple charges after a series of incidents that began a traffic accident at 25th East and East View Drive at around 10…

State leaders propose purchasing land in southern Wyoming

February 18, 2020 9:47 AM Associated Press

State officials have discussed purchasing land to improve public land access and generate new…

Authorities report more pronghorn killed in train accident

February 18, 2020 9:39 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is reporting an additional 32 pronghorn have been killed in a second train accident in eastern…

Cold Mornings with Patchy Fog

February 18, 2020 6:23 AM Andrew Howe

Freezing fog remains a possibility for the Snake River Plain for both Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Highs today will only reach into the twenties,…

Salmon opens up district tournament with win over West Jefferson

February 17, 2020 11:20 PM Dylan Carder

ST. ANTHONY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Salmon grabbed a 58-47 win over West Jefferson Monday in the 2A District six boys basketball tournament. Blazen…

South Fremont edges Teton to open 3A District 6 tournament

February 17, 2020 11:07 PM Dylan Carder

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Third seed South Fremont beat second seed Teton 44-42 Monday. It was the opener for the 3A District 6 boys basketball…

High school basketball scores – Monday, February 17

February 17, 2020 9:50 PM News Team

Boys high school district tournament…

Associate head coach Jared Phay out at Idaho State

February 17, 2020 5:26 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Jared Phay is no longer a part of Idaho State basketball’s coaching staff. Phay is on administrative leave from his…

Presidential Primary Election rules explained

February 17, 2020 5:17 PM Ariel Schroeder

Coming up on March 10, we have the Presidential Primary Elections.…

Areas of fog, colder temps

February 17, 2020 4:37 PM Michael Coats

A few scattered snow showers Monday night, giving way to patchy fog for the valleys into Tuesday morning. Tuesday afternoon we’ll see high pressure…

Idaho Falls sets water tower public meeting

February 17, 2020 3:03 PM News Team

Idaho Falls will present its proposals to replace the 82-year old water tower during a public meeting Wednesday at the City Annex…

How can hitting a pothole affect your vehicle?

February 17, 2020 2:53 PM Jilliana Colina

With potholes on streets throughout the city, avoiding or spotting them isn’t always an easy…

Presidents Day one of Pebble Creek’s busiest days of the year

February 17, 2020 2:50 PM Emma Iannacone

A three-day weekend and 14 fresh inches of snow made Monday one of Pebble Creek Ski Area’s busiest days of the…

University of Wyoming president finalists to visit campus

February 17, 2020 2:42 PM Associated Press

The search for the University of Wyoming’s next president has narrowed to three finalists, all of whom are expected to visit the campus next week, a…

Be sure to get your Star Card before the deadline

February 17, 2020 11:39 AM News Team

You have less than eight months to get a Star Card—Idaho’s Real…

Wyoming lawmakers reject Medicaid expansion effort

February 17, 2020 10:05 AM Associated Press

Wyoming lawmakers have rejected the second effort to expand Medicaid in five…

Cold and Clear after the Storm

February 17, 2020 6:26 AM Andrew Howe

Storm activity is thinning out as we begin the new week. We’ll see a few snow showers Monday, with increasingly clear and cold conditions over the…

Possible Tylee Ryan sighting at a Nashville concert

February 16, 2020 11:21 PM News Team, Linda Larsen

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- A woman says she believes she saw a girl who closely resembles Tylee Ryan at a concert in Nashville December 22,…

Parents speak out after son dies in jail

February 16, 2020 10:51 PM News Team, Linda Larsen

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- A civil lawsuit has been settled in Bannock County as part of a wrongful death in the jail in December 2018. The county…

KIFI Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3

Colder Weather This Week

February 16, 2020 6:22 PM Jeff Roper

Colder air moves in after some rain/snow today. Lows in the single digits, near or below 0 in Rexburg by Tuesday night. Snow chances fade until next…

JJ Vallow’s grandparents speak out on his adopted mother

February 16, 2020 5:28 PM Matthew Rosenberg

The grandparents of JJ Vallow are telling the world what they think about his adopted…

Low beaver activity in Mink Creek may not be linked to trapping

February 16, 2020 5:22 PM Emma Iannacone

Watershed Guardians and Idaho Fish and Game have separately been tracking the beaver activity in the area, and both have noticed a drop in…

North Bannock County Fire District could have EMT services soon

February 16, 2020 11:50 AM Emma Iannacone

The North Bannock County Fire District is finding ways to help keep people in rural areas…

Another storm will be a menace for the UK

February 16, 2020 3:41 AM CNN

One week after Storm Ciara lashed the United Kingdom with heavy rain and extreme wind gusts, another storm is knocking at the door. Storm Dennis is…

More intense windstorms and floods heading to UK and Europe this weekend

February 16, 2020 3:40 AM CNN

Last weekend it was Storm Ciara. Now it will be Storm Dennis. A second weekend of significant windstorms is forecast for Europe and the British Isles…

Wintry End to Weekend

February 15, 2020 10:50 PM Jeff Roper

Snow mixed with rain overtake the area into Sunday, ahead of a strong cold front. Windy with temperatures hovering around freezing and into the 40’s…

Idaho State take season sweep over Montana

February 15, 2020 10:42 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State took the Big Sky standings battle, 72-59, over Montana. The victory gives the Bengals the season sweep…

Rockland clinches a spot in the state tournament

February 15, 2020 10:42 PM Adrian Luevano

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Rockland advances to State with their, 34-21, win over Watersprings. Joanna Hayes led Watersprings with 12…

Eagle takes out Thunder Ridge to advance to State

February 15, 2020 10:36 PM Adrian Luevano

AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thunder Ridge’s season is over after falling to Eagle, 59-51. With the win, Eagle clinches a spot in the 5A State…

After petitions, Reading Time with the Queens has largest crowd yet

February 15, 2020 4:27 PM News Team

On Saturday morning, the Pocatello community showed out at the first Reading Time with the Queens in the wake of recent petitions.…

Free Community Heart and Health Fair in Idaho Falls

February 15, 2020 11:58 AM Matthew Rosenberg

Keep your heart aflutter post-Valentines at the Community Heart and Health Fair in Idaho Falls on…

Smooches From Pooches event in Pocatello

February 15, 2020 10:51 AM Matthew Rosenberg

If your Valentine’s Day quest for unconditional love was unsuccessful, it’s not too late to find some at the Smooches for Pooches event at the…

Thunder Ridge holds off Bonneville

February 14, 2020 11:49 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thunder Ridge withstood a rally to beat Bonneville 59-50 Friday night. The Bees got within striking distance late before…

Rigby beats Madison to finish off conference sweep

February 14, 2020 11:39 PM Dylan Carder

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Rigby capped off the regular season with a 77-67 win over rival Madison Friday. The Trojans swept through the conference…

Preston ends conference play undefeated

February 14, 2020 11:38 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Preston escaped Pocatello with a 58-55 win. The victory for Preston keeps them undefeated in Great Basin Conference…

Century takes down Jerome at the Snake Pit

February 14, 2020 11:36 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Century surged past Jerome, 56-33 on Friday night. Drew Gunter and Nathan Manning were honored pregame for Senior…

Bengals go for season sweep over Montana

February 14, 2020 11:32 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State welcomes Montana to Reed Gym, Saturday afternoon. The Grizzlies are one place ahead of the Bengals at…

Idaho State looks to snap their nine-game losing streak

February 14, 2020 11:31 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho State men’s basketball team travels to Missoula looking to end their nine-game skid. Overall, the Bengals…

Friday high school basketball scores – February 14

February 14, 2020 9:50 PM News Team

Boys high school basketball scores and Wyoming boys basketball…

American Dog Derby returns to Ashton

February 14, 2020 8:57 PM News Team

ASHTON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- The 103rd American Dog Derby returns to Ashton. For one family it’s more than just the racing, it’s a time for bonding.…

Pocatello seniors upset over potential changes to Senior Activity Center

February 14, 2020 8:47 PM News Team

The City of Pocatello is considering the creation of a new community center and members of the Senior Activity Center are not happy.…

Wyoming lawmakers kill ‘Defend the Guard’ deployment act

February 14, 2020 5:18 PM Associated Press

Veterans and lawmakers including U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, of Kentucky, rallied in support of a bill in Wyoming that would restrict combat deployment of…

Windy holiday weekend with chance of snow

February 14, 2020 4:55 PM Michael Coats

Gusty winds will push through Friday night into Saturday. Another system swings in from the northwest on Saturday afternoon with scattered snow and…

Magical Moments baby contest winners

February 14, 2020 4:31 PM News Team

The Magical Moments baby contest is about celebrating the lives that began at Portneuf Medical Center in…

Death row inmate Gerald Pizzuto’s appeals nearing legal end

February 14, 2020 3:15 PM Associated Press

One of Idaho’s death row inmates is nearing the end of his legal appeals, and that could prompt prison officials to prepare for his execution before…

Black LDS Church missionary attacked in possible hate crime

February 14, 2020 3:15 PM Associated Press

Utah authorities are investigating an attack on a black missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a possible hate…

Idaho business to pay $100K in case of fake Alaska trips

February 14, 2020 3:11 PM Associated Press

Business owners in Idaho have reached a settlement agreement after they were accused of selling fake fishing trips in Alaska and leaving people…

ITD addresses wildlife impacts on US 28

February 14, 2020 3:04 PM News Team

An increased number of wildlife-vehicle collisions have prompted the Idaho Transportation Department to plan a fencing project along Idaho Highway…

Yellowstone River Bridge options revealed

February 14, 2020 2:45 PM News Team

The National Park Service has identified four options to replace the Yellowstone River…

Local seniors get surprise hugs for Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2020 2:37 PM Jilliana Colina

“I don’t have family here, so a few hugs from other people are always…

Task force looks at Hoback water options

February 14, 2020 2:13 PM News Team

The Hoback Drinking Water Quality Stakeholder Group have come up with proposals to improve drinking water in Hoback…

Idaho, other western states to study big game rangeland

February 14, 2020 1:32 PM Associated Press

Idaho has been awarded a grant to study how elk herds move through a northern Idaho migration corridor also used by grizzly bears and wolverines.…

Gov. Ivey signs executive order forming gambling policy study group

February 14, 2020 1:30 PM CNN

Click here for updates on this story MONTGOMERY, AL (WALA) — Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed Executive Order 719, which…

Brew industry expected to grow in Pocatello

February 14, 2020 12:23 PM News Team

A new kind of business is planting its seeds in Bannock County and is expected to sprout into…

Wyoming looks at wildlife corridor options

February 14, 2020 12:20 PM News Team

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has signed a Wildlife Corridor
executive order…

Appellate courts block Arkansas Medicaid work requirements

February 14, 2020 11:53 AM News Team

The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has rejected arguments trying to attach so-called “work requirements” on Medicaid…

Teton Valley schools to open soon

February 14, 2020 11:34 AM News Team

Teton Valley school officials will snip ribbons this month officially opening two new elementary schools.…

Weather Picks up for Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2020 6:34 AM Andrew Howe

Some snow and rain will move into the area with a cold front for your Friday. Greater snow impact is expected later in the…

Mackay tops Rockland to win district championship

February 13, 2020 11:44 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Mackay defeated Rockland 62-51 Thursday to win the 1AD2 District 5/6 championship in girls basketball. The Miners are back…

Bonneville heads to state as undefeated district champs

February 13, 2020 11:20 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Bonneville made sure their perfect regular season didn’t go to waste. The Bees beat Blackfoot 60-41 Thursday to win…

Special basket for Sugar Salem basketball

February 13, 2020 11:04 PM News Team

SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Wednesday night’s game for Sugar Salem was also senior night. It also proved to be a very special night for one of…

High school basketball scores- Thursday, February 13

February 13, 2020 10:48 PM News Team

Boys basketball and Girls district…

Century wins back-to-back district championships

February 13, 2020 10:04 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Century advances to the state tournament as the top seed after beating Burley,…

Montana State ends Idaho State’s win streak

February 13, 2020 9:59 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Montana State extended their win streak to eight games by beating Idaho State, 74-55. The loss ended the Bengals…

Firefighters return home from Australia

February 13, 2020 9:36 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- A pair of Bureau of Land Management firefighters are home after providing assistance in Australia. Battalion Chief…

Reading Time with the Queens moves forward

February 13, 2020 8:34 PM News Team

During a Pocatello City Council meeting last Thursday, local carpenter Ted King said he planned to protest Reading Time With the Queens – a program…

Kempf hired to be new head football coach at Bonneville

February 13, 2020 6:12 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Bonneville high school hires Keven Kempf to be the new head football coach. Kempf served as the Bees defensive…

How early should you plan your Valentine’s Day plans?

February 13, 2020 5:36 PM Jilliana Colina

“My biggest suggestion would be to definitely book early because we’ve been booked and telling people no since…

Madison County Sheriff is running for reelection

February 13, 2020 5:35 PM Jilliana Colina

The Pocatello native has been serving the Madison County area as Sheriff since 2017.…

Idaho fugitive killed by officers in western North Dakota

February 13, 2020 4:52 PM Associated Press

Dakota Lee Chlarson, 25, was shot by officers in Dickinson on Thursday after he charged at them with scissors. Chlarson was being sought by the…

WATCH: Simplot Games ribbon cutting

February 13, 2020 4:15 PM News Team

The Simplot Games ribbon cutting at Holt…

Windy with scattered showers

February 13, 2020 4:15 PM Michael Coats

A couple of systems take aim at us, the first arrives Friday. We’ll see a slight chance of rain and snow for Friday with gusty winds in the Snake…

Man killed after semi hits backhoe

February 13, 2020 4:06 PM News Team

UPDATE 2/14/20: Idaho Transportation Department Transportation Technician Mark Reinke died at approximately 7 a.m. Thursday on westbound US-20 about…

Idaho Senate committee approves school curriculum standards

February 13, 2020 3:49 PM Associated Press

Idaho’s public school curriculum standards will stay in place for another year after they were adopted by a panel of Idaho…

State Education board endorses task force proposals

February 13, 2020 3:21 PM News Team

The Idaho State Board of Education has formally adopted the recommendations made by Governor Brad Little’s “Our Kids, Idaho’s Future” task force. …

Trump suggests he may stop aides from listening to calls with foreign leaders

February 13, 2020 3:17 PM CNN

President Donald Trump suggested Thursday that he may block officials from listening in on his calls with foreign leaders after a…

ISU projects get State Board approval

February 13, 2020 3:00 PM News Team

Idaho State University has won approval to start the third phase of the EAMES complex expansion project.…

Apparent gas leak empties Jackson elementary school

February 13, 2020 2:41 PM News Team

Students and teachers at Jackson’s Munger Mountain Elementary School were evacuated at around 10:20 a.m. Thursday.…

In 141 years of record-keeping, there has never been a warmer January

February 13, 2020 2:28 PM CNN

If you felt that January was warmer than usual, you’re right. January 2020 was Earth’s hottest start to a year in over a century —…

Investigation into former Missouri governor who resigned finds ‘no evidence of any wrongdoing’

February 13, 2020 2:27 PM CNN

A Missouri panel “found no evidence of any wrongdoing” by former Gov. Eric Greitens following a nearly 18-month investigation into…

60-year-old SD25 levy up for renewal in March

February 13, 2020 2:07 PM Emma Iannacone

Every ten years, the same levy appears on the Bannock County ballot: the School Plant Facilities Levy…

Teacher enters plea in 8 year old assault case

February 13, 2020 1:39 PM News Team

Former school teacher Tiffany Marie Petersen has entered an Alford Plea to a misdemeanor charge of injury to a child. …

University of Wyoming spent $42,000 fighting records lawsuit

February 13, 2020 1:14 PM Associated Press

The University of Wyoming paid attorneys more than $42,000 in an unsuccessful attempt to block the release of records involving a decision not to…

Boise man who died after China trip tests negative for coronavirus

February 13, 2020 1:10 PM Associated Press

A 71-year-old man who was found dead in his home after returning from a trip to China does not appear to have been infected with the new coronavirus,…