January 2021

Volunteer Jam rescheduled for August

January 30, 2021 1:03 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — This year’s Volunteer Jam has been rescheduled…

Family pens heart felt thank you to officer

January 30, 2021 1:02 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA, Georgia (WGCL) — Thank you notes have not gone out of style for one local…

Body pulled from duck pond

January 30, 2021 1:00 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (WFSB) — Police are investigating after a body was pulled…

Carnival kicks off without parade

January 30, 2021 12:58 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — On what should have been the opening night for the big…

Inmate found unresponsive in cell

January 30, 2021 12:56 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story SUNBURY, Pennsylvania (WNEP) — Edgar Gearhart was 19 years old when he stabbed his…

Music teacher sentenced to jail time

January 30, 2021 12:54 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story LANCASTER, Pennsylvania (WPMT) — Former Lancaster music teacher, Timothy M.…

CDC says travelers must wear masks on all forms of public transportation

January 30, 2021 11:41 AM CNN Newsource

As health experts warn that highly contagious coronavirus variants could soon worsen the spread in the US, the country is about to require masks on…

#22 Taden King makes 3 in Madison's 53-49 win over Highland

Madison holds on in second half to defeat Highland

January 30, 2021 11:37 AM Cole Sams

After storming out a big lead in the first half, Madison had to pull away late and get the victory over Highland…

ISU Professor reacts to crazy week on Wall Street

January 30, 2021 10:52 AM Cole Sams

It was a tumultuous week on Wall Street, with the gaming company GameStop’s stock being the subject of controversy.
Users of the website Reddit…

Austrian man leaves fortune to French village that saved his family from Nazis

January 30, 2021 10:34 AM CNN Newsource

An Austrian man who died in December has left an undisclosed fortune to the French village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon to thank residents for hiding his…

Russian activist Navalny’s foundation calls on Biden to sanction Putin’s closest allies

January 30, 2021 10:21 AM CNN Newsource

The foundation set up by Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has called on US President Joe Biden to impose sanctions on at least eight high…

Sophie, Grammy-nominated artist, dies aged 34

January 30, 2021 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

Grammy-nominated experimental pop artist and producer Sophie Xeon — publicly known as SOPHIE — died in a “terrible accident”…

Chelsea left ‘disgusted’ by online racism directed at Reece James and calls for more action

January 30, 2021 9:53 AM CNN Newsource

Chelsea has called on social media platforms to do more to tackle racism online after defender Reece James was subject to abuse on Friday. The…

Kraft is cooking up pink mac & cheese for Valentine’s Day

January 30, 2021 9:52 AM CNN Newsource

One of the greatest duos of all time — macaroni and cheese — is getting a Valentine’s Day makeover. The Kraft Heinz Company is…

Here’s what really happens to the items you return online

January 30, 2021 8:34 AM CNN Newsource

Let’s say you ordered…an air fryer. Online. You open up the box. For whatever reason, you don’t like it. So, you send it…

White people traveled to a hard hit Latino neighborhood in New York and took many of the Covid-19 vaccine appointments

January 30, 2021 8:12 AM CNN Newsource

A Covid-19 vaccination site in a Latino neighborhood in New York City hard hit by the pandemic saw an overwhelming number of White people from…

On the anniversary of Covid-19 becoming an official public health emergency, experts say it’s time for a change

January 30, 2021 8:03 AM CNN Newsource

It was one year ago today the World Health Organization declared that the novel coronavirus was a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.…

A Louisiana cemetery told the family of a Black deputy he couldn’t be buried there because it was only for White people

January 30, 2021 7:36 AM CNN Newsource

When Karla Semien went to a cemetery to pick out a plot where her late husband would be buried, it was as if she’d stepped back into the…

As variants threaten Covid-19 progress, US weighs trial results of Johnson & Johnson vaccine candidate

January 30, 2021 6:50 AM CNN Newsource

As Covid-19 variants are increasingly found in the United States, experts say Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine candidate would help in the…

‘You can’t just remove the damage of the last four years’

January 30, 2021 6:31 AM CNN Newsource

For more than four years, countries that rely on American foreign aid have been reeling from the profound impact that Donald Trump’s…

Beautiful Italian town sells ready-to-occupy homes at bargain prices

January 30, 2021 5:42 AM CNN Newsource

If you’ve been tempted to pick up one of the dilapidated houses offered for sale in Italy for little more than $1 but had second thoughts about…

Why JoJo Siwa’s coming out is such a massively big deal

January 30, 2021 5:31 AM CNN Newsource

JoJo Siwa’s coming out kicked off in a very 2021 way — on TikTok. In a rainbow-bedazzled hoodie and matching hair bow, she lip synced to…

Inside the Reddit army that’s crushing Wall Street

January 30, 2021 5:10 AM CNN Newsource

Omar couldn’t believe what was happening. He should have been concentrating on the student he was tutoring in physics — a job he did during…

Fact check: No, Biden didn’t say that signing lots of executive orders makes you a dictator

January 30, 2021 4:48 AM CNN

President Joe Biden has signed more than 35 executive orders, actions and memorandums in his first week-and-a-half in the Oval Office. And some of…

When Covid-19 vaccines are about to expire, health care workers must scramble to make sure they are used

January 30, 2021 4:33 AM CNN

Mechanical breakdowns. Bad weather. Expiration deadlines. The earliest phases of Covid-19 vaccine distribution in some instances have left doctors,…

Some districts and parents are pushing for a return to in-person school after nearly a year of coronavirus

January 30, 2021 4:23 AM CNN Newsource

After nearly a year in the Covid-19 pandemic, some officials are pushing for a return to in-person instruction for K-12 students. In Chicago, Mayor…

Why parents should brace themselves for another uncertain summer and fall

January 30, 2021 4:02 AM CNN Newsource

I remember the talk among parents on my son’s last day of in-person school since the pandemic began. Back in March, some of them didn’t…

Sofia Kenin: ‘The atmosphere is going to be loud’ at the Australian Open; tennis star can’t wait

January 30, 2021 3:52 AM CNN

Preparation for this year’s Australian Open has been unlike anything these professional tennis players have previously experienced. Some have…

What exactly does it mean to be a patriot? Experts say it’s not easy to define

January 30, 2021 3:00 AM CNN Newsource

For many, being considered a patriot is as American as it gets. Of the millions of words in the English language, the word “patriot” has…

Bonneville hangs to beat Blackfoot

January 30, 2021 1:05 AM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Bonneville picked up a nice win over Blackfoot 69-62 in boys basketball Friday. The win puts the Bees in second place in…

Thunder Ridge gets a win at Hillcrest

January 30, 2021 12:53 AM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – Thunder Ridge went into the Dungeon Friday and walked out with a win over rival Hillcrest 61-58. The Titans earned a season…

Local legislator emails governor asking to negotiate impeachment effort

January 30, 2021 12:33 AM Todd Kunz

A local state representative emails the governor asking to negotiate a news impeachment…

A dad and his young daughter turn their Covid isolation into a popular podcast

January 30, 2021 12:00 AM CNN Newsource

“How many people would fit in the state of Montana if you spaced them 6 feet apart?” “How do you make the perfect scrambled…

Sleep on the job? Company offers $3,000 for ‘Sleeping Beauty’ to test out mattresses

January 29, 2021 11:03 PM CNN Newsource

What if you could get paid for sleeping? Well, guess what — you can: $3,000 to be exact. Sleep Junkie, a mattress reviewing platform, is…

Idaho State ramps up for spring season

January 29, 2021 10:14 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After not having a fall season, Idaho State hit the field on Friday night for their first practice before the Big Sky…

Babies get Covid-19 antibodies from mothers while in the womb, study finds

January 29, 2021 10:13 PM CNN Newsource

Antibodies that protect against the coronavirus often get transferred from mother to infant during pregnancy — a finding that indicates a…

Skyline mashes Shelley

January 29, 2021 9:58 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – In a battle of four-win teams, Skyline picked up their fifth win with a 59-37 victory over Shelley. The Grizzlies…

Friday high school basketball scores – Jan.29

January 29, 2021 9:56 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), Boys and girls high school scores, Wyoming basketball…

Idaho Falls stuns Rigby

January 29, 2021 9:52 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Dylan Seeley and the Idaho Falls Tigers used a strong second-half to upset Rigby 55-52 on Friday night. With the win, the…

George W. Bush to thank Dick Cheney, father of Liz Cheney, ‘for his daughter’s service’

January 29, 2021 8:59 PM CNN

Former President George W. Bush is making it clear that he supports Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming, the No. 3 Republican in the House, who voted to…

Biden seeks to intensify public lobbying for Covid-19 relief bill amid the pandemic

January 29, 2021 8:43 PM CNN

When President Joe Biden intensifies his attention next week to selling Republicans and Democrats on his coronavirus relief bill, he won’t be…

Two members of the Proud Boys face conspiracy charges in US Capitol riot

January 29, 2021 8:09 PM CNN

The Justice Department on Friday announced conspiracy charges against two members of the far-right Proud Boys who allegedly participated in the…

‘Moms Demand Action’ pushes lawmakers to take action on ghost guns, background checks

January 29, 2021 7:54 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story ANNAPOLIS, Maryland (WJZ) — A group of moms is leading the charge for getting…

Students build home from ground up as part of high school curriculum

January 29, 2021 7:48 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story JAMISON, Pennsylvania (KYW) — High school students at Middle Bucks Institute of…

Petition asks for ‘thin blue line’ mural to be removed from high school

January 29, 2021 7:41 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story TAUNTON, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Taunton Police will meet with school leaders about…

Scattered snow, rain showers late Friday into Saturday, areas of Fog Sunday

January 29, 2021 6:07 PM Michael Coats

Our slow moving storm system is making its last mark on the region with scattered rain and snow showers tonight and Saturday morning. We’ll see highs…

Have you been trying to get yourself and your family vaccinated for Covid-19?

January 29, 2021 5:43 PM CNN

If you’ve been trying to get yourself, an elderly relative or someone you care for vaccinated for Covid-19, CNN Opinion wants to know what your…

Third annual Recover out Loud event

January 29, 2021 5:35 PM News Team

The Recover out Loud event took place Friday at the parking lot of the ISU Bennion Student Union Building in Idaho…

New website helps Idahoans learn when, where to receive COVID-19 vaccine

January 29, 2021 5:21 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little announced Friday the State of Idaho launched a new COVID-19 vaccination information website to help Idahoans more easily find…

Cori Bush says she is moving offices to get away from Marjorie Taylor Greene after mask altercation

January 29, 2021 5:16 PM CNN

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri announced Friday that she will be moving her office away from GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia,…

635 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths

January 29, 2021 5:14 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 635 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths on…

White House to release state coronavirus reports previously kept out of public view in Trump administration

January 29, 2021 5:10 PM CNN

The transition from the Trump to the Biden administration has brought significant changes to the US Covid-19 strategy, and with it, a new level of…

Traveling to Canada during COVID-19: What you need to know before you go

January 29, 2021 4:56 PM CNN Newsource

If you’re planning to travel to Canada, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the COVID-19…

Texas Gov. Abbott fights back against Biden administration’s order suspending oil, gas drilling on federal lands and waters

January 29, 2021 4:36 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story ODESSA, Texas (KTVT) — In Odessa Thursday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott fired back…

‘The sweetest person in the world’: Ed Wilson, turning 105

January 29, 2021 4:31 PM CNN Newsource

TGIF. We made it another week, and so did the impressive man you’re about to…

Raising suicide awareness

January 29, 2021 4:30 PM Linda Larsen

Friends and family are remembering the Pocatello High School linebacker who died from suicide…

New text scam claiming to be IDES could use personal information for fraudulent unemployment claims

January 29, 2021 4:27 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly a million people…

ISU reports 33 new COVID-19 cases this week

January 29, 2021 4:25 PM Linda Larsen

COVID-19 numbers on the Idaho State University campus in Pocatello dropped this week after the highest week ever last…

Hikers told to postpone long distance hikes on Appalachian Trail due to increased Covid-19 exposure

January 29, 2021 4:17 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story PENNSYLVANIA (WPMT) — Each year, more than three million people flock to the…

Research teams from CU Boulder And United Arab Emirates eager for Hope Space Probe to enter Mars orbit

January 29, 2021 4:12 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story BOULDER, CO (KCNC) — The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the…

The pandemic took a teen’s schooling and his beloved game of football. He took his own life.

January 29, 2021 3:58 PM CNN

Spencer Smith was an outgoing 16-year-old high school sophomore who loved teasing his sisters, spending time with friends and — most of all…

COVID-19 UPDATES: 128 new COVID-19 cases in the area

January 29, 2021 3:45 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 128 new COVID-19 cases in the area…

Florida launches statewide preregistration system for Covid-19 vaccinations

January 29, 2021 3:34 PM CNN

Florida has launched a statewide preregistration system to schedule Covid-19 vaccine appointments for people 65 and older and frontline healthcare…

Julia Roberts tested Matthew Perry before agreeing to appear on ‘Friends’

January 29, 2021 3:32 PM CNN Newsource

According to the co-creator of “Friends,” Julia Roberts didn’t make it easy to snag her for a guest-starring role. Kevin Bright…

Documents link 2 held in Vegas in Capitol riot to Idaho man

January 29, 2021 3:27 PM Associated Press

A Nevada man and a Tennessee man who were arrested in Las Vegas and accused of violence at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 have ties to an Idaho man who…

Pregnant women should get COVID-19 vaccine, US doctors say, despite conflicting international advice

January 29, 2021 3:21 PM CNN Newsource

If you’re pregnant during the pandemic, major medical groups in the United States have a clear message for you — please consider being…

Wyoming Game and fish pushing forward with Jackson housing

January 29, 2021 3:15 PM News Team

Wyoming Game and Fish Commissioners have allocated $9,743,000 from their discretionary account to begin work on employee housing for Jackson region…

2 teens to be part of inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts

January 29, 2021 2:58 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story SIMI VALLEY, CA (KCAL/KCBS) — Two Simi Valley teens will be part of the first…

California school board unanimously approves removing police from campuses

January 29, 2021 2:56 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story HAYWARD, CA (KPIX) — Police will no longer walk the halls of Hayward schools…

Snowmobiler rescued from deep snow near West Yellowstone

January 29, 2021 2:51 PM News Team

A 45-year-old snowmobiler is safe today, after he got his machine stuck in the backcountry at around 5:15 p.m. Thursday.…

Governor visits Guard troops at PMC

January 29, 2021 2:44 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little paid an unannounced visit to Portneuf Medical Center Friday morning.…

US stocks post their worst month since October as the GameStop frenzy rages

January 29, 2021 2:33 PM CNN Newsource

It has been a turbulent week on Wall Street. GameStop has been at the center of it, again soaring on Friday and ending the day up nearly 68%, after…

Former Salvation Army volunteer becomes employee after going through afterschool program

January 29, 2021 2:32 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story YORK, Pennsylvania (WPMT) — The Salvation Army operates in 131 countries, running…

Missing woman found

January 29, 2021 2:27 PM News Team

UPDATE 2:50 p.m. Pocatello Police report Jayden Mortensen has been…

US stocks tumble, capping a messy week as the GameStop frenzy rages

January 29, 2021 2:23 PM CNN Newsource

It has been a turbulent week on Wall Street. GameStop has been at the center of it, again soaring on Friday and ending the day up nearly 68%, after…

Pipe bombs found near Capitol on January 6 were placed the night before, FBI says

January 29, 2021 2:14 PM CNN

Two pipe bombs near the Democratic and Republican party headquarters discovered on January 6 were planted the night before the insurrection at the…

Wyoming delegates move to block oil, gas executive order

January 29, 2021 2:14 PM Associated Press

Three Wyoming lawmakers in Washington have proposed legislation to block the Biden administration from ordering a moratorium on new federal leases to…

‘Blame Trump’ defense from alleged Capitol rioters dovetails with Democrats’ impeachment case

January 29, 2021 2:11 PM CNN

The “Trump defense” is taking shape among some alleged Capitol rioters. One by one, die-hard supporters of former President Donald Trump…

Canada introduces hotel quarantine, suspends Caribbean and Mexico flights

January 29, 2021 2:06 PM CNN Newsource

To curb coronavirus transmission, Canada announced rules Friday to further discourage international travel, especially during spring break. Most…

Lawmakers introduce bill to limit public health authority

January 29, 2021 2:01 PM Associated Press

A panel of state lawmakers voted to introduce legislation to prevent Idaho public health officials from ordering schools to close or take…

Wall Street’s cops weren’t ready for GameStop. They’re paying attention now

January 29, 2021 1:53 PM CNN Newsource

The cops on the Wall Street beat weren’t prepared for an army of day traders coordinating on social media to run up the price of stocks like…

Cable news’ longest-serving executive is retiring after 40 years at CNN

January 29, 2021 1:34 PM CNN Newsource

The longest-serving executive in the history of cable news is retiring, and CNN will never be the same. Around the network he is known simply as…

Wife faces charges after husband reports theft from retirement savings

January 29, 2021 1:04 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story FREDERICKTOWN, Missouri (Daily Journal) — A Fredericktown woman is facing felony…

Father dies in hospital parking lot after family says hospital refused treatment

January 29, 2021 1:02 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story ST. PETERS, MO (KMOV) — Sadie Bell says her husband David died in the parking lot…

Senator pitches plan to offer tax credit to help slow ‘brain drain’ in Nebraska

January 29, 2021 12:55 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story LINCOLN, Nebraska (Lincoln Journal Star) — Nearly a quarter million Nebraskans…

Montana man wins big on Wheel of Fortune

January 29, 2021 12:52 PM CNN Newsource

Helena native Jesse Jerome Smith won big on a Wheel of Fortune episode that aired…

These young Covid widows are grieving during lockdown through a Facebook group

January 29, 2021 12:47 PM CNN

When Pamela Addison’s husband died from Covid-19 last April at age 44, she felt completely alone. She didn’t know anyone her age…

It’s not just GameStop. Market bubble fears are rising

January 29, 2021 12:45 PM CNN Newsource

GameStop mania didn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s just the most glaring example of the bubble-like behavior running rampant in the financial…

The forces driving the GameStop rebellion

January 29, 2021 12:38 PM CNN

“Stop the steal!” Trumpist insurgents shouted as they rampaged through the US Capitol on Jan. 6, referring to what they falsely claimed…

Two men who have been friends for over 40 years win $7.4M Megabucks jackpot

January 29, 2021 12:30 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story HILLSBORO, Oregon (KPTV) — Two men from Hillsboro who have been friends for more…

MCHD raises funds to aid Toys for Tots campaign

January 29, 2021 12:24 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — The Mobile County Health Department took part in the U.S.…

Covid-19 outbreak forces Georgia elementary school to shift to virtual only classes

January 29, 2021 12:23 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Coweta County, GA (WGCL) — A Coweta County elementary school is the latest school…

Dow tumbles more than 600 points while GameStop continues to soar

January 29, 2021 12:22 PM CNN Newsource

It has been a turbulent week on Wall Street. GameStop soared some 100% at the opening bell, after trading platforms including Robinhood lifted…

Reddit investors shake up Wall Street — again

January 29, 2021 12:17 PM CNN Newsource

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Schools designs new curriculum, facilities with input from teachers, parents, and students

January 29, 2021 12:12 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story GULF SHORES, Alabama (WALA) — Gulf Shores City Schools parents, teachers, and…

Pocatello man accused of stabbing his brother

January 29, 2021 12:10 PM News Team

A Pocatello man was arrested Thursday after a fight with his brother got out of hand.…

Drug bust nets marijuana edibles, psychedelic mushrooms

January 29, 2021 12:02 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story RACINE COUNTY, Wisconsin (WDJT) — A drug bust in Racine County netted marijuana,…

Snowplow hit by driver passing on the right

January 29, 2021 11:45 AM Kaitlin Miklos

Plow driver Carlos Garcia said he watched his life flash before his eyes Wednesday while working on Highway 20 after he got hit on the…

After decades of searching, son finds father through DNA test

January 29, 2021 11:45 AM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story DARTMOUTH, Massachusetts (WCVB) — A Massachusetts man’s decades-long search…

Pocatello family establishes ISU Business scholarship

January 29, 2021 11:34 AM News Team

The Idaho State University College of Business has established a new scholarship with a donation from a Pocatello business…

Month: January 2021