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1,091 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 8 new deaths

January 13, 2021 5:19 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,091 new COVID-19 cases and 8 new deaths on Wednesday.

New Bonneville County Sheriff takes the reins

January 13, 2021 5:50 PM Ariel Schroeder

Earlier this week, a new sheriff was sworn-in for Bonneville County.

Gov. Little says there are more pressing matters than senate limit on powers

January 13, 2021 4:57 PM Bre Clark

Republican Governor Brad Little said “he had more pressing matters” to deal with when asked about the Idaho Senate’s efforts to limit his emergency executive power.

Pay It Forward: Rigby Police Department in a jam

January 13, 2021 3:53 PM Todd Kunz

The Rigby Police Department is holding a jam and jelly drive during the month of January 2021 and you can help.

Mike Simpson releases statement on impeachment

January 13, 2021 3:22 PM News Team

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released the following statement after voting against the impeachment of President Trump.

Zoo Idaho building new ticket office, gift shop with help from Connections

January 13, 2021 3:14 PM Emma Iannacone

Animal lovers can expect a new feature at Zoo Idaho this Spring.

Idaho Senate starts effort to wrest power from Gov. Little

January 13, 2021 12:55 PM Associated Press

Idaho senators have joined their House colleagues in introducing legislation seeking to wrest power from the governor on emergency declarations like the one dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.

1,034 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths

January 12, 2021 5:16 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,034 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths on Tuesday.

Idaho man arrested in connection with US Capitol riot

January 12, 2021 6:39 PM Associated Press

An Idaho man whose photograph was included on a federal list of those considered “persons of interest” in the Jan. 6 siege of the U.S. Capitol has been jailed in Boise, the Ada County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Tuesday.

Lawmakers seek to curb Idaho governor’s emergency authority

January 12, 2021 6:27 PM Associated Press

A power struggle between lawmakers and Republican Gov. Brad Little has begun.

Idaho has the lotto fever

January 12, 2021 6:10 PM Ariel Schroeder

The Mega Millions Jackpot is estimated at $625million and the Powerball is estimated at $550million.

Gov. Little updates Idahoans on COVID-19 vaccine rollout

January 12, 2021 2:57 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little announced Tuesday four key updates on the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines across Idaho.

Idaho COVID-19 vaccine briefing Tuesday

January 12, 2021 10:32 AM News Team

The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a briefing about the COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Jackpots getting bigger for Mega Millions and Powerball

January 12, 2021 11:59 AM Curtis Jackson

The jackpots for two lottery games continue to rise this week.

DHW rolls out IdahoSTRONG program

January 12, 2021 11:08 AM News Team

The City of Blackfoot is supportive of the program and what it offers citizens.

572 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths

January 11, 2021 5:17 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 572 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on Monday.

Gov. Little: 2020 like a tornado, but state is strong

January 11, 2021 10:44 AM News Team

Gov. Brad Little on Monday described 2020 like a damaging and deadly tornado, but said Idaho is strong heading into the new year with strong finances and a coronavirus vaccine now available.

Idaho company to block Facebook and Twitter for censorship

January 11, 2021 3:50 PM Associated Press

An internet provider based in northern Idaho, says it will block Facebook and Twitter from its WIFI service for some customers due to claims of censorship.

Bonneville County officials sworn into office

January 11, 2021 12:54 PM Curtis Jackson

Two new leaders were sworn-in as Bonneville County leaders Monday.

Official: Boise area might gain 1 legislative district

January 11, 2021 10:39 AM Associated Press

Population estimates suggest the Boise metropolitan region will gain another legislative district at the expense of rural Idaho, a state official said.

432 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths

January 10, 2021 5:25 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 432 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on Sunday.

977 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths

January 9, 2021 5:53 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 977 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths on Saturday.

1,085 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths

January 8, 2021 5:25 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,085 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on Friday.

ISP made 127 DUI arrests over holiday season

January 8, 2021 3:19 PM News Team

Idaho State Police troopers joined their partner law enforcement agencies throughout the state to remove DUI drivers from Idaho roadways during the holiday season.

Idaho Lottery debuts new Pick 4 Draw game on Sunday

January 8, 2021 11:10 AM News Team

The Idaho Lottery will unveil a new, twice daily Draw Game on Sunday.

Idaho lawmakers sue House speaker over coronavirus concerns

January 8, 2021 9:48 AM Associated Press

Two Democratic lawmakers in Idaho filed a lawsuit in federal court against the Legislature and the Republican speaker of the House contending the Statehouse is unsafe for them and others with chronic health conditions because coronavirus precautions are being ignored.

1,067 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 29 new deaths

January 7, 2021 5:23 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,067 new COVID-19 cases and 29 new deaths on Thursday.

Potato sales show continued growth

January 7, 2021 6:16 PM News Team

More consumers are buying potatoes than they have in the last five years.

1,263 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 17 new deaths

January 6, 2021 5:24 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,263 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths on Wednesday.

Federal lawsuit challenges Idaho vaccination plans

January 6, 2021 4:11 PM News Team

An 87-year-old south-central Idaho man has filed a federal lawsuit against Republican Gov. Brad Little and the state’s health department seeking to force the state to put people 65 and over at the front of the line for the coronavirus vaccination.

1st group for Idaho vaccinations should be done this month

January 5, 2021 5:24 PM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little says coronavirus vaccinations for 130,000 front-line health care workers and long-term care residents should be finished by the end of January.

Idaho US Rep. Fulcher says he’ll object to Electoral votes

January 5, 2021 4:16 PM Associated Press

One of Idaho’s four congressmen says he will object to the Electoral College count from some swing states, siding with President Donald Trump and some other GOP lawmakers in an eleventh-hour attempt to overturn President-elect Joe Biden’s election win.

1,538 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths

January 5, 2021 5:16 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,538 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths on Tuesday.

Idaho group recommends ways to bolster salmon, steelhead

January 5, 2021 12:28 PM Associated Press

A group brought together by Idaho Gov. Brad Little to find ways to bolster faltering salmon and steelhead populations has agreed to encourage habitat restoration but avoided making a decision about breaching dams.

Idaho COVID-19 vaccine press conference set for Tuesday

January 5, 2021 10:30 AM Bre Clark

Governor Brad Little will join Idaho Department of Health & Welfare Director Dave Jeppesen and Public Health Administrator Elke Shaw-Tulloch to offer brief remarks and an update on the status of COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Rigby Police Department seeking community support with jam and jelly drive

January 4, 2021 5:43 PM Ariel Schroeder

During the month of January, Rigby Police will be doing a jam and jelly drive.

Local seniors get their first COVID-19 shot this week

January 4, 2021 3:53 PM Emma Iannacone

Residents of Independence Home in Pocatello were buzzing with excitement Monday while receiving their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.

798 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

January 4, 2021 5:16 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 798 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on Monday.

US issues new rules for Idaho potato field quarantines

January 4, 2021 2:41 PM Associated Press

U.S. officials have released a new plan involving methods to deal with a microscopic pest in southeastern Idaho that threatens the state’s billion-dollar industry that supplies a third of the nation’s potatoes.

Statehouses could prove to be hothouses for virus infection

January 4, 2021 12:48 PM Associated Press

As lawmakers around the U.S. convene this winter to deal with the crisis created by the pandemic, statehouses themselves could prove to be hothouses for infection.

308 new Idaho COVID-19 cases

January 3, 2021 5:27 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 308 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday.

Late-night earthquake hits southeast Idaho

January 3, 2021 10:49 AM Todd Kunz

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake was felt in southeast Idaho.

1,122 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths

January 2, 2021 5:46 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,122 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths on Saturday.

1,213 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 33 new deaths

December 31, 2020 5:29 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,213 new COVID-19 cases and 33 new deaths on Thursday.

1,340 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths

December 30, 2020 5:47 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,340 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on Wednesday.

Idaho group to try for recreational marijuana in 2022

December 30, 2020 7:34 PM Emma Iannacone

Groups of Idaho activists are renewing the effort to legalize marijuana, both for medicinal and recreational purposes.

1,514 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths

December 29, 2020 5:43 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,514 new COVID-19 cases and 16 new deaths on Tuesday.

Police recover stolen gun made to look like a toy

December 29, 2020 1:51 PM News Team

Idaho Falls Police recover a stolen gun that was made to look like a toy gun.

Girl Scouts launch digital cookie program

December 29, 2020 8:29 AM Ariel Schroeder

For the first time, Girl Scout Cookies can be ordered before New Year’s.

795 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 23 new deaths

December 28, 2020 6:04 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 795 new COVID-19 cases and 23 new deaths on Monday.

Local pharmacies preparing for next phase of vaccine rollout

December 28, 2020 7:06 PM Emma Iannacone

Ed Snell’s Pharmacy Shop in Pocatello expects to have their first 2,000 doses of the vaccine in hand by the end of January.

Fungal infection likely caused duck deaths near Salmon

December 28, 2020 1:15 PM News Team

Over 100 mallard ducks found dead near Salmon may have died from acute fungal infection, Idaho Fish and game biologists said.

$1,000,000 Raffle winning ticket to be announced Monday night

December 28, 2020 12:06 PM News Team

The Idaho Lottery will announce the winning ticket for the $1,000,000 Raffle Monday night at 10 p.m.

428 new Idaho COVID-19 cases

December 27, 2020 5:29 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 428 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday.

554 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths

December 26, 2020 6:37 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 554 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths on Saturday.

1,248 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 25 new deaths

December 24, 2020 6:08 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,248 new COVID-19 cases and 25 new deaths on Thursday.

1,391 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

December 23, 2020 5:34 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,391 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on Wednesday.

Pebble Creek Ski Area delays opening

December 23, 2020 12:43 PM News Team

INKOM, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Pebble Creek Ski Area is hoping a Saturday snow storm will be enough to let them open on Sunday. Dana Kmetz, Marketing director at Pebble, said rain and extremely warm temperatures at the beginning of the week set them back from opening on Saturday. She said their snow makers are working

BLM to hold public meeting on proposed phosphate mine

December 23, 2020 12:12 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho Falls District is preparing an environmental impact statement to address a mine and reclamation plan submitted by Itafos Conda, LLC for the proposed Husky 1/North Dry Ridge Phosphate Mine.

Idaho Falls Fiber is recognizing 1,000th customer

December 22, 2020 7:24 PM Ariel Schroeder

Idaho Falls Fiber-optic network celebrated Tuesday morning to mark the milestone of their thousandth customers.

1,717 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths

December 22, 2020 5:39 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,717 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths on Tuesday.

Governor: Idaho in a race to get residents vaccinated

December 22, 2020 5:28 PM Associated Press

Idaho is in a race to get people vaccinated against the coronavirus while simultaneously limiting its spread long enough to avoid running out of healthcare capacity, Idaho Gov. Brad Little said Tuesday.

Traffic Alert: Highway 32 closed

December 22, 2020 2:15 PM News Team

Traffic separate accidents has caused blockage on two Idaho highways.

COVID-19 vaccines distributed and going well so far

December 29, 2020 12:00 PM Ariel Schroeder

We are told all 975 doses delivered to Eastern Idaho Public Health have been distributed to all 6 hospitals in our district.

917 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 21 new deaths

December 21, 2020 5:18 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 917 new COVID-19 cases and 21 new deaths on Monday.

Health insurance sign-up deadline extended

December 21, 2020 9:21 AM News Team

The “Your Health Idaho” board of directors has voted to extend the open enrollment deadline for the first time this year.

891 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths

December 20, 2020 5:41 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 891 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths on Sunday.

851 new Idaho COVID-19 cases

December 19, 2020 5:42 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 851 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday.

Elks Lodge distributes food boxes

December 29, 2020 11:57 AM Ariel Schroeder

Idaho falls elks lodge 1087 and friends are helping feed our community.

‘Mad scramble’: Unlikely places stocked Idaho virus supplies

December 19, 2020 9:33 AM Associated Press

Idaho government officials spent $162,500 at a women’s clothing store called Fantazia Apparel in Los Angeles last spring. Another $8,500 went to specialty beer maker Clairvoyant Brewing in Boise. A producer of theatrical effects fluids in Tennessee called Froggy’s Fog received $15,000.

1,340 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths

December 18, 2020 5:35 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,340 new COVID-19 cases and 16 new deaths on Friday.

Governor Little speaks on vaccines, upcoming Legislative Session and election

December 18, 2020 2:41 PM Chelsea Briar

Governor Little paid a visit to Southeast Idaho today to “make the point for people to choose to do the right thing” in relation to the pandemic.

Idaho to pay more than $26K in lawyer fees over election lawsuit

December 18, 2020 12:08 PM Associated Press

Idaho will pay more than $26,000 in lawyer fees to a former congressional candidate who successfully sued to extend a deadline to apply for primary election absentee ballots.

Superintendent Ybarra announces new SDE transportation director

December 18, 2020 12:02 PM News Team

Kyle Rahn, a law enforcement officer for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Boise, will join the State Department of Education Dec. 30 as Director of Student Transportation

1,426 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 28 new deaths

December 17, 2020 5:21 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,426 new COVID-19 cases and 28 new deaths on Thursday.

Some states say Pfizer vaccine allotments cut for next week

December 17, 2020 5:43 PM Associated Press

Several states including Idaho say they have been told to expect far fewer doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in its second week of distribution.

Lawsuit seeks to stop Idaho forest project near Yellowstone

December 17, 2020 2:31 PM Associated Press

Conservation groups have sued to stop a U.S. Forest Service project west of Yellowstone National Park the agency said is needed to maintain wildlife biodiversity with prescribed burning and logging.

Long-haul trucking during the pandemic

December 17, 2020 2:33 PM Chelsea Briar

While many of us are experiencing the pandemic through a local lens, Idaho Falls truck drivers have been exposed to restrictions, reactions, and various health measures across the nation.

Idaho school district replaces Indians mascot, keeps colors

December 17, 2020 9:52 AM Associated Press

A school board in Idaho has unanimously approved a new mascot to represent its school after it retired the Indians moniker earlier this year.

1,433 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 17 new deaths

December 16, 2020 5:21 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,433 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths on Wednesday.

Ongoing vandalism costing Portneuf Wellness Complex thousands

December 16, 2020 7:33 PM Emma Iannacone

There’s an ongoing vandalism problem at the Portneuf Wellness Complex.

Postal service says it faces heaviest mailing season ever

December 16, 2020 6:55 PM Ariel Schroeder

Getting those precious holiday gifts to loved ones this year may be a little more challenging.

ISP warns of phone scams targeting Idahoans

December 16, 2020 5:30 PM News Team

Idaho State Police have been made aware of another round of telephone scams targeting Idahoans.

1,802 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 20 new deaths

December 15, 2020 5:25 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,802 new COVID-19 cases and 20 new deaths on Tuesday.

New center to help probation and parolees change behaviors

December 15, 2020 6:15 PM Ariel Schroeder

Those on probation or on parole have a new resource to get their lives back on track through the new Connection and Intervention Station.

Idaho governor will wait turn to get coronavirus vaccination

December 15, 2020 12:38 PM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little will wait his turn in line to get a coronavirus vaccination, a spokeswoman for the 66-year-old Republican governor said Tuesday.

SD25 picks Thunder for new Pocatello High School mascot

December 15, 2020 7:06 PM Emma Iannacone

School District 25 Board of Trustees unanimously voted to replace the Pocatello Indians with the Pocatello Thunder.

Idaho health board rejects regional mask, distancing order

December 15, 2020 5:33 PM Associated Press

A proposed public health order that would have included a mask mandate for Idaho’s most populated region was voted down on Tuesday as hundreds of protesters again gathered outside the Central District Health building in Boise.

State officials deliver $52.5 million to Idaho schools

December 15, 2020 10:16 AM Associated Press

State officials on Tuesday presented Idaho’s public schools with a ceremonial check for $52.5 million.

1,038 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 19 new deaths

December 14, 2020 5:17 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,038 new COVID-19 cases and 19 new deaths on Monday.

Former FBI official pleads guilty to receiving bribes, falsifying tax return

December 14, 2020 5:28 PM News Team

Former Federal Bureau of Investigation official James Heslep, 51, of Gainesville, Virginia, pleaded guilty to receiving a bribe by a public official and making and subscribing a false federal income tax return, U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced Monday.

LDS Ward to perform remote holiday program for seniors

December 14, 2020 2:57 PM Todd Kunz

A local ward with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came up with a holiday solution for our seniors.

Idaho attempting to recover overpaid unemployment benefits

December 14, 2020 2:56 PM Associated Press

The state of Idaho is trying to recover overpaid unemployment benefits disbursed as part of an effort to mitigate the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

New INL Director officially assumes position

December 14, 2020 1:15 PM Bre Clark

Newly named Idaho National Laboratory Director, John Wagner Ph. D., officially assumed the position Monday.

547 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths

December 13, 2020 6:13 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 547 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on Sunday.

Find Santa near you

December 14, 2020 9:56 AM Ariel Schroeder

COVID-19 and the word pandemic has made it difficult for many families to find a Santa Claus near them.

Ten Distinguished Under 40 award winners being recognized for contributions to our community

December 13, 2020 3:51 PM Chelsea Briar

Every year, the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce honors ten young professionals who have gone above and beyond to accomplish outstanding feats in their careers, community, and education.

1,022 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 17 new deaths

December 12, 2020 6:08 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,022 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths on Saturday.

Plan your posts carefully this holiday season

December 12, 2020 4:45 PM Chelsea Briar

Easily sharing exciting news is one of the things we all love about posting to our social media accounts. But sharing when your house will be empty this holiday season may not be the safest choice.

Shop-With-A-Cop event brings Christmas to 21 families

December 12, 2020 1:16 PM News Team

On Saturday morning, law enforcement officers from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, Idaho Falls Police Department, and Idaho State Probation and Parole teamed up to make special Christmas deliveries to 21 Shop-With-A-Cop kids in Bonneville County.

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