Car enthusiasts gather at Idaho State University for Tau Kappa Epsilon car show
Idaho Falls, Idaho (KIFI) – Car enthusiasts gathered at Idaho State University as dozens of vehicles lined the parking lot outside Frazier Hall for…
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Lori Vallow Daybell files appeal to overturn triple-murder convictions
The “Doomsday Mom” at the center of one of the nation’s most high-profile murder cases is now trying to overturn her conviction.
Attorneys for…
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Stacey Wondra pleads not guilty to murder, kidnapping during arraignment
Stacey Wondra appeared in Payette County Court on Friday afternoon, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges of murder, kidnapping, and destruction…
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Bill awaiting Governor’s signature would create the strictest Medicaid Expansion requirements in the US
A bill sitting on Gov. Brad Little’s desk could make Idaho’s Medicaid expansion requirements the strictest in the country.
House Bill 913 would…
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“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges
Former Nampa pastor Matthew Masiewicz was sentenced to up to 17 years in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to charges related to child…
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Idaho House passes teachers’ union restrictions, as session adjourns
A last-minute bill restricting teachers’ unions passed the House Thursday afternoon, after surviving two procedural challenges Thursday…
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Easter Festivities 2026: What to do with your family this weekend
Get ready for an egg-citing Easter weekend! Local News 8 has gathered an amazing lineup of Easter egg hunts happening throughout the region. Bring…
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Idaho State Police struggle with staffing as funding bill awaits governor’s signature
Leaders with Idaho State Police say they are struggling to recruit and retain troopers after years of funding that has not kept pace with competitive…
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Idaho Legislature declares Sine Die, closing an eventful session
The end of the session was marked with with a flurry of maneuvering on last-minute legislation – including hotly contested immigration…
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Another effort to force federal immigration partnership on Idaho law enforcement dies in the Senate
On Thursday, April 2, Senator Mark Harris (R-Soda Springs) asked the chamber to reject amendments to Senate Bill 1247.
The rejected amendments…
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Transgender Idahoan speaks out after ‘Bathroom Bill’ becomes law
“It shouldn’t be a crime to use the restroom.”
This concern from a Nampa resident, who identifies as a transgender woman, is now a reality after…
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‘Enough is enough’: Protesters arrested during sit-in at Idaho Governor’s office to support trans community
A group of roughly 30 protesters formed in and around Governor Brad Little’s office at the Idaho Statehouse on Wednesday afternoon, to protest…
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DOJ sues Idaho over alleged failure to turn over voter registration records
A new legal battle is brewing between the federal government and the state of Idaho. On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights…
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Idaho House lawmakers do ‘hostile’ takeover of E-Verify bill to mandate 287(g) agreements
BOISE, Idaho (Idaho Capital Sun) — Idaho House lawmakers, who said negotiations stalled on one immigration issue, opted to do a late-session…
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Idaho’s Medical Marijuana debate: Voters push for medical access as lawmakers dig in
A renewed push to legalize medical Marijuana in Idaho is gaining traction — but it is also facing pushback from lawmakers at the statehouse. A…
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Idaho Power urges safety ahead of Spring yard work for Safe Digging Month
As warmer weather arrives and outdoor projects ramp up, Idaho Power is reminding residents that April is Safe Digging Month and encouraging everyone…
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City of Nampa holds memorial service for late Mayor Rick Hogaboam
The City of Nampa said goodbye to Mayor Rick Hogaboam on Tuesday as neighbors gathered at the Ford Idaho Center to honor his life and legacy.
A…
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Idaho Legislature passes bill requiring schools/doctors to report ‘social transitions’ to parents
A bill aimed at ending what supporters call “secretive transitions” in Idaho schools and healthcare settings is heading to the Governor’s desk. House…
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“Scratch for Schools” fundraiser returns to Southeast Idaho
The Idaho Lottery is bringing back its annual “Scratch for Schools” fundraiser to Southeastern Idaho, and this year’s event is set to be the…
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Massive haystack fire in Hamer has died down overnight
Multiple agencies are on the scene of a large brush/haystack fire in Hamer, Idaho.
According to Hamer Fire Chief Scott Jacobs, on Monday afternoon,…
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‘This illusion that they’re working with us is a farce’: Idaho Senate advances ICE bill
A revived immigration bill that would require local law enforcement agencies to work with federal immigration officials is moving forward at the…
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Raising Cane’s Chubbuck location celebrates its grand opening with all-day festivities
Chubbuck, ID (KIFI) – The wait is almost over for chicken-finger fans in eastern Idaho. Raising Cane’s is opening its first Chubbuck location today…
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School districts to ask voters for $181 million on May ballots
Idaho school districts are asking voters for more than $181 million this May.
The asks are more than double that of May 2025, where voters…
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Idaho Fish and Game Commissioner pleads not guilty to poaching charges
Brody Harshbarger, a sitting member of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission, has pleaded not guilty to seven hunting-related misdemeanor charges…
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Coalition that challenged tax credit settles attorney fees with state
The coalition that unsuccessfully challenged Idaho’s private education tax credit has settled attorney fees with the state — but it’s unclear…
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ISP investigating Sunday afternoon semi-truck rollover near Butte City
A semi-truck crash on State Highway 33 caused major delays on Sunday afternoon. Fortunately, first responders say the driver involved walked away…
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‘We’re not going to be quiet’: thousands join ‘No Kings’ rallies in Idaho Falls and Rexburg
Thousands of people took to the streets across Southeast Idaho, including Idaho Falls and Rexburg on Saturday as part of nationwide “No Kings”…
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Idaho’s 2026 push to legalize medical marijuana enters final stretch
The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho is entering what organizers describe as a “final big push” to place medical cannabis on the November 2026…
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Idaho Senate passes bill criminalizing use of public bathrooms not matching biological sex
A controversial proposal that would criminalize those using public bathrooms that don’t match an individual’s biological sex is heading to Governor…
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Massive out-of-state contribution funds Idaho political action committee
Slapping an “of Idaho” onto the end of a political action committee’s name doesn’t necessarily mean the money it spends comes from within the…
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Idaho Senate Committee advances IDLA funding cuts without last-minute changes
The Senate Education Committee on Friday rejected eleventh-hour amendments to a bill cutting state funding for the Idaho Digital Learning Alliance…
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Gov. Little signs privacy bill sheilding release of U of I crime scene photos; new video shows Kohberger discussing “Moscow thing”
Governor Brad Little has signed Senate Bill 1250 into law, officially blocking the release of crime scene photos of the victims of the 2022…
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‘The genie’s out of the bottle:’ Little signs artificial intelligence education bill
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a bill instructing the Idaho Department of Education to develop a statewide framework for integrating generative…
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Idaho Sheriffs slam D.C. pressure to resurrect failed immigration enforcement bill
The Idaho Sheriffs’ Association is pushing back against what it calls a “deliberate attempt” by out-of-state political forces to resurrect a…
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Idaho transfers hundreds of inmates to Arizona as state struggles with prison space
Facing a system operating at over 100% capacity, the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) has begun transferring hundreds of incarcerated men to a…
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Idaho Legislature passes bill to expand prison sex abuse law
A bill that would make it easier for prosecutors to charge prison staff accused of sexually abusing inmates passed the Idaho Senate on Tuesday and is…
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Jersey Mike’s Subs raises over $30,000 for Special Olympics Idaho
A simple meal could make a big difference for athletes today. Jersey Mike’s Subs locations across Idaho will donate 100% of all sales to support…
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Bill that could impact Harriman State Park heads to governor’s desk
The Friends of Harriman State Park say they remain fully committed to protecting the park and its public purpose after Senate Bill 1300 passed the…
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From Pocatello to Afton: How Amazon keeps drivers safe across Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming
From the last-minute Christmas gifts to same-day delivery, Amazon Delivery Drivers work extremely hard to get your package to your doorstep on time.…
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6,000+ Idaho families apply for private education tax credits in program’s first year
The application window for the inaugural year of Idaho’s Parental Choice Tax Credit has closed, and the final numbers exceeded expectations. A total…
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Bonus Break: Spring Break just got longer for Bingham County students
During last month’s District 52 Board meeting on Wednesday, February 18, the board members unanimously voted to extend this year’s Spring Break.…
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One year later: Pocatello community to gather in honor of non-verbal teen killed in police shooting
Civil rights attorneys will host a public vigil on April 4 to honor Victor Perez, a non-verbal autistic teen who was shot and killed by Pocatello…
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Pocatello moves forward on Center Street underpass improvements
“We know this project is important to our community, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as work continues,” said Mayor Mark Dahlquist.…
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Idaho law allows semi-trucks and passenger cars to drive the same 80 mph on interstates
A new law in Idaho will allow semi-trucks and passenger vehicles to travel at the same top speed of 80 mph on the state’s interstates.
Gov. Little…
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Rupert man killed in Tuesday night motorcycle crash near Heyburn
Idaho State Police is investigating a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 20-year-old Rupert man on Tuesday…
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Idaho teachers are rolling their eyes over moment of silence mandate
Union leaders in Idaho say a new requirement to start the school day with a moment of silence is just another way that the Legislature is…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter hits breaking point amid overcrowding
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter is facing a critical overcrowding crisis, with officials reporting that the facility has been at maximum capacity every…
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The long journey home: Second-oldest American returns to the Gem State to be laid to rest
One of the oldest women in the world is making one final journey back to Idaho, where she’ll be laid to rest.
Bonita Gibson, who passed away in…
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Ticks pose Summer threat in Southeast Idaho: Here’s how to protect you, your family and your pets
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare warns that local insects carry several diseases of concern. In southeast Idaho, ticks are known to spread…
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Idaho Senate unanimously passes school sexual abuse bill
A late-session bill to address school sexual abuse investigations sailed through the Senate.
Without debate, the Senate unanimously passed Senate…
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Veteran fights to keep his home after lawsuit from a cash-for-homes company
A 77-year-old retired veteran in Burley is fighting to keep his home after a cash-for-homes company filed a lawsuit against him over an electronic…
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Driggs boil water advisory lifted
A boil water advisory for residents living north of Valley Center Drive. Recent testing confirms that the water supply is once again safe to…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced in major Wyoming-Idaho cocaine trafficking conspiracy
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming is touting the final sentencing in a three-year investigation that dismantled a major…
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Butte County inmate back in custody after escape, car chase
An inmate who escaped a Butte County jail and led police on a brief car chase Monday morning is back in custody.
According to the Butte County…
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Iran Impacts Idaho Farmers: Diesel and Fertilizer Costs Spike During Difficult Year
“The farmers are very much concerned about this war in Iran because it is impacting our fertilizer prices and also our fuel prices,” said…
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Local TSA teams keep Eastern Idaho airports running smoothly despite national shutdown strain
While major travel hubs across the country grapple with operational delays due to the partial government shutdown, airports in Eastern Idaho remain…
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Medicaid work requirements bill heads to Idaho House
The Idaho House is set to debate a new bill that would introduce strict work requirements for the state’s Medicaid expansion program.
House Bill…
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Bill allowing city councils to hire, fire library directors goes to governor
A bill that would give city councils authority to hire and fire directors of city-owned libraries easily cleared the Senate.
Currently, library…
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District 28: School choice takes center stage in three-way rematch
The same three candidates who ran in 2024 will face off again in May for District 28 House Seat A.
All three have different personal experiences…
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National Guard and Challis search and rescue team save injured man on Idaho summit
Search and rescue teams successfully performed a daring high-altitude helicopter rescue Saturday to save an injured 27-year-old man stranded near the…
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Why seasonal depression doesn’t always vanish in Spring
Even as winter leaves and daylight stretches longer, some people find that the emotional weight of the colder months doesn’t completely disappear.…
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Governor Little headlines Six-County Lincoln Banquet
“We’ve delivered $4.6 billion in tax relief in just the past few years,” said Gov. Brad Little. “Why? Because we believe money belongs in the…
Continue Reading One dead, one injured in rollover crash north of Preston
A weekend rollover crash north of Preston has claimed the life of a Georgia man and left another in the hospital.
Idaho State Police say the crash…
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Governor Little signs mandatory “moment of silence” bill for Idaho schools
Governor Brad Little has officially signed House Bill 623 into law, mandating that all Idaho public schools begin the instructional day with a…
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JFAC slashes IDLA budget while largely sparing virtual charters
Budget-setting lawmakers Friday cut more than half of the annual budget for the Idaho Digital Learning Alliance (IDLA) while sparing virtual charter…
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Local doctors warn of ‘high-gear’ allergy season fueled by early warmth
Unseasonably warm weather is pushing allergy season into high gear earlier than normal across the Intermountain West. Family physician Dr. Gordon…
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The City of Ammon hosting a Spring Scavenger Hunt in local parks
Ammon, ID (KIFI) – Looking for a fun and free way to get yourself and the kids outdoors this Spring? As we welcome springtime in Eastern Idaho, the…
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Idaho lawmakers consider temporary funding to restore mental health services after program cuts
Idaho lawmakers are considering a temporary funding plan to restore critical mental health services after recent cuts, as behavioral health leaders…
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Bannock County launches ‘March Madness’ naming contest for mosquito-fighting drone
As March Madness tips off on the court, Bannock County is launching a bracket of its…
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Ada County Coroner identifies cause of death for Nampa Mayor
“We are heartbroken over the sudden passing of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam. Rick served with a genuine heart for public service and an unwavering…
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Local schools brace themselves for new mandatory moment of silence law
Idaho public schools may soon start the day with a mandatory minute of quiet.
House Bill 623 (HB 623), which requires a daily 60-second moment of…
Senate approves higher education budget cuts, sending them to Governor Little
Senators Thursday passed 5% budget cuts to colleges and universities next fiscal year, after a debate that revolved around whether the state should…
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Student faces disciplinary action after igniting bathroom fire at Hobbs Middle School
A Hobbs Middle School student is facing disciplinary action after allegedly using stolen science lab equipment to start a fire in a boys’ restroom on…
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Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam dies from medical emergency during town hall meeting
Officials have confirmed that Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam died from a medical emergency he experienced during a Regional Town Hall in Eagle on…
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District 30 Rematch: Young Challenges Fuhriman Following Four-Vote Defeat
A high-stakes Republican primary rematch is set for May 19 as former three-term Representative Julianne Young challenges incumbent Ben Fuhriman…
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Idaho House to consider making ethics investigations against lawmakers secret
The Idaho House is set to consider changing its rules to make ethics hearings against sitting lawmakers…
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Pocatello’s own returns: NFL star Taysom Hill to host meet-and-greet in Rexburg
An NFL superstar is coming to eastern Idaho. Taysom Hill, the New Orleans Saints tight end and former BYU quarterback, is making a special stop at…
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Old Highway 91 in Inkom to close March 19 for I-15 bridge replacement
Old Highway 91 under the Interstate 15 bridges in Inkom will close from March 19 through July 24 to allow crews to continue replacing the bridges in…
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Yellowstone sees nearly 4.8 million visits in 2025 despite government shutdown
Yellowstone National Park welcomed nearly 4.8 million recreation visits in 2025, according to a new release from the National Park Service.
The park…
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82 Idaho students named U.S. Presidential Scholars candidates
Eighty-two Idaho students are candidates for the U.S. Department of Education’s Presidential Scholars Program.
Nationwide, up to 161 students will…
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Menan man injured in Tuesday morning rollover on Highway 33
A 43-year-old Menan man is recovering this afternoon after being injured in a rollover crash along State Highway 33 Tuesday morning, March…
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City of Roberts lifts drinking water advisory
The City of Roberts has officially lifted its drinking water advisory today, after laboratory testing confirmed the water supply is safe to…
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Driver killed in rollover crash after striking elk on U.S. 33
An early morning accident on U.S. 33 turned deadly Tuesday after a driver struck an elk and was thrown from the vehicle.
According to Teton County…
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Gov. Little signs sweeping budget cuts as Democrats blast ‘self-inflicted’ revenue shortfall
Governor Brad Little signed the 2026 Budget Rescissions Act into law late Monday night without fanfare, narrowly beating a deadline to approve the…
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Bill requiring Idaho law enforcement to apply for ICE partnerships held in Senate committee
A bill that would have required local law enforcement agencies across Idaho to seek cooperation agreements with federal immigration officials is no…
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Local 12-year-old battling brain cancer receives encouraging scan results, leads national art contest
Painter Bob Ross once said, “You need the dark in order to show the light.” For 12-year-old Caellum Hebdon, who is battling brain cancer, that…
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Man in mental health crisis detained after entering car with child inside in museum parking lot
The Idaho Falls Police Department is responding to a local woman’s harrowing Facebook post regarding a weekend incident involving a man attempting…
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Sweeping expansion of bathroom restrictions based on biological sex heads to Idaho Senate
A bill to criminalize violations of Idaho’s bathroom law is headed to the Senate.
The House-passed bill would make it a misdemeanor to use a…
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Trustees approve $19.2M Bonneville School Levy as District faces $7M shortage
Bonneville trustees Wednesday unanimously approved ballot language for the May 19 election that would increase the district’s supplemental levy by…
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One in custody following Friday night shooting in Challis
An unnamed person is recovering Monday after a weekend shooting in Challis sent them to the hospital.
According to the Custer County Sheriff’s…
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Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson reflects on Idaho roots and Hollywood career during Idaho Falls visit
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Broadway and film star Cheyenne Jackson recently returned to eastern Idaho, bringing his nationally touring show “Mid-Life…
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Honoring the past, readying the future: Republicans host Lincoln Day Celebration
In quiet ways a life is known,
Not by noise and power shown,
But steady work from year to year,
A faithful voice that others hear.
He walked the…
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Do not drink advisory issued for City of Roberts Water Supply
The City of Roberts is warning residents not to drink or boil tap water until further notice, after a major drop in water pressure raised concerns…
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I-15 Closed North of Idaho Falls Due to Hazardous Conditions
Hazardous driving conditions and low visibility have forced the closure of Interstate 15 in both directions North of Idaho Falls.
As of 11:48 AM,…
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Slices of Hope: Shelley community to rally for 4-year-old battling cancer
A local family of nine is finding out that in the city of Shelley, no one has to fight alone.
This Saturday, the community is invited to “Pi Day…
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Idaho trucking industry sounds alarm as diesel prices surge amid global tensions
As gas prices soar nationwide, Idaho’s trucking industry is sounding the alarm. They say the pain at the pump will soon turn into pain at the…
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High winds trigger multi-car pileup on I-15; More Dust storms forecasted for Saturday
Idaho State Police are warning motorists to prepare for dangerous driving conditions through the weekend after a massive dust storm triggered a 10-…
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ITD issues St. Patrick’s Day warning: “Buzzed driving is drunk driving”
As Idahoans gear up for St. Patrick’s Day 2026 celebrations this weekend through Tuesday, March 17, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has a…
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Rigby’s All-American Barn: Family raises star-spangled tribute to America’s 250th anniversary
Just in time for the 250th anniversary of America, one Rigby family has constructed a gigantic display of patriotism in the heart of Idaho.
Trevor…
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Grammy & Emmy-nominated Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson hitting the Colonial Theatre Stage
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Arts Council proudly presents an unforgettable evening with Cheyenne Jackson—celebrated Broadway star,…
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