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Idaho Gives nears $11 million in funds raised

May 5, 2020 6:10 PM News Team

Idaho continues to break records in giving.

Things to consider when reopening your business during the pandemic

May 5, 2020 5:42 PM Jilliana Colina

Businesses hoping to open up soon have a lot of things to consider and plans to make.

Idaho SNAP benefits can now be used for online purchases

May 5, 2020 1:20 PM News Team

All Walmart stores will accept online orders starting Thursday, May 7.

Judge’s ruling halts gold mine project in eastern Idaho

May 5, 2020 1:08 PM Associated Press

Exploration work by a Canadian company hoping to build an open-pit gold mine in Idaho west of Yellowstone National Park was halted following a federal judge’s ruling involving its impact on groundwater.

Idaho’s unemployment benefit fund looking strong, for now

May 5, 2020 11:44 AM Associated Press

Before the surge of coronavirus-related joblessness hit Idaho, the state estimated it had enough money to cover nearly 16 months’ worth of unemployment benefits.

ISU cuts budget by millions, plans for layoffs and furloughs

May 5, 2020 3:36 PM Emma Iannacone

With a grim outlook for the school’s budget, Idaho State University President Kevin Satterlee announced plans for deep cuts.

Game cameras capture millions of pictures of wildlife

May 5, 2020 11:07 AM News Team

Idaho Department of Fish and Game staff systematically placed nearly 600 game cameras across Idaho to document and count the population of wolves in the state in 2019.

Gov. Little announces criteria, timelines for small businesses to apply for Idaho Rebound cash grants

May 4, 2020 6:19 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little announced the full eligibility criteria and process for small businesses to apply for an Idaho Rebound cash grant Monday.

State Board of Education approves revised re-entry criteria for public schools

May 4, 2020 6:07 PM News Team

The Idaho State Board of Education approved revisions to its re-entry criteria for schools to resume normal operations Monday.

‘Don’t let your summer go up in smoke:’ May is Wildfire Awareness Month

May 4, 2020 4:58 PM Jilliana Colina

During the COVID-19 pandemic, preventing wildfires can not only prevent firefighters and emergency responders from getting sick through community exposure, but it can also be a big help to those who are high risk in our community.

PRT asking for $3.4 million from CARES act

May 4, 2020 3:34 PM Emma Iannacone

With travel limited to essential trips, Pocatello Regional Transit is seeing significant revenue losses.

Expert: Idaho will have to be smart to defeat coronavirus

May 4, 2020 2:35 PM Associated Press

The co-chair of Gov. Brad Little’s COVID-19 Testing Task Force says Idaho’s long-term success in reopening during the pandemic hinges on understanding what the state and individuals have to do to defeat the coronavirus.

Local children’s museum to set up in Pine Ridge Mall

May 4, 2020 2:32 PM Emma Iannacone

My World Discover Museum is planning to open in the fall at the Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck.

First Congregational United Church of Christ

Churches choosing to stay virtual after governor gives green light to open

May 3, 2020 3:57 PM Emma Iannacone

Even with restrictions lifted, places of worship are choosing to keep the doors closed.

ISU advertising team places in national competition

May 2, 2020 5:14 PM News Team

A group of Idaho State University students is celebrating its success in a national competition.

Couple records rare ice shove on Blackfoot Reservoir

May 1, 2020 6:54 PM Todd Kunz

Rare video of an ice shove on the Blackfoot Reservoir.

Hillcrest HS administration honors seniors with signs

May 1, 2020 2:54 PM Todd Kunz

The principal and assistant principals of Hillcrest High School in Ammon placed nearly 250 yard signs at the home of every 2020 graduate.

Gov. Little stops in Idaho Falls

May 1, 2020 9:25 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Governor Brad Little traveled around the state to meet with small business owners. One of his stops was at Weebee Toys in Downtown Idaho Falls. He spent some time looking around the store and talking to staff. The road trip around the state is part of allocating $300 million dollars

South East Idaho Behavioral Crisis Center

Behavioral Crisis Center reminds community it’s there for them

May 1, 2020 7:37 PM News Team

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the South East Idaho Behavioral Crisis Center wants the community to know that it’s there for those in need.

A glimpse of normalcy for Old Town retail stores

May 1, 2020 5:05 PM News Team

We are entering Stage 1 in the Rebound Idaho Plan. That means customers are able to re-enter stores that have been closed for some time.

Frost Advisory issued for Saturday morning

May 1, 2020 3:06 PM Michael Coats

EASTERN IDAHO (KIFI/KIDK) Temperatures forecast for Saturday morning, have led the National Weather Service in Pocatello to issue a Frost Advisory. FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM MDTSATURDAY: WHAT…Temperatures falling to between 32 and 37 degrees mayresult in patchy frost formation.WHERE…The Arco Desert, Mud Lake area, and Upper Snake Plainnorth

Severe storms swing through eastern Idaho

April 30, 2020 8:14 PM Michael Coats

IDAHO FALLS (KIFI/KIDK) – Severe storms took aim at Eastern Idaho Thursday. Several tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued by the National Weather Service in Pocatello. Just before 1:30 PM, the first severe thunderstorm warning was issued for the mountains south of Burley, Idaho. That warning was quickly upgraded to a Tornado Warning, as

Lori Vallow-Daybell bond upheld at $1 million

May 1, 2020 9:20 AM Curtis Jackson

Lori Vallow/Daybell is scheduled to appear before Madison County Magistrate Judge Michelle Radford Mallard at 2 p.m. Friday.

Idaho Falls Farmers Market looks to start back up

April 30, 2020 9:02 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Farmers Market usually opens up the first Saturday in May. COVID-19 has changed how many do business and that includes the market. The Market will open up May 16 with about 16 vendors. “We’re trying to encourage people through social media to preorder through their vendor,” Idaho

School District 25 to hold graduation processions for the Class of 2020

April 30, 2020 8:51 PM News Team

Due to social distancing guidelines, a traditional graduation is out of the question. Instead, School District 25 will be holding a graduation procession.

Gov. Little announces move to stage one and new grants for small businesses

April 30, 2020 6:52 PM Jilliana Colina

Little said stage one replaces the stay at home order that expired on Thursday and that it is enforceable.

Legal motion seeks to stop transgender ban

April 30, 2020 2:59 PM News Team

A legal motion has been filed in federal court to stop a new law trying to ban transgender women and girls from school sports.

Gov. Little allows stay-home order to expire and move to Stage 1

April 29, 2020 10:30 PM News Team

Governor Little announced Thursday the state has met the criteria to enter into Stage 1 of Idaho’s approach to open Idaho’s economy.

DEQ installs ozone monitor in Pocatello

April 29, 2020 7:33 PM News Team

In early April, the Department of Environmental Quality – at the request of the EPA – installed an ozone monitor at the department’s existing air quality measuring station off of Garrett Way in Pocatello.

New campaign aims to help businesses reopen safely with customer confidence

April 29, 2020 6:11 PM Jilliana Colina

“We want businesses to start reopening we want to support them. We want to support them in a smart way”

Landowner donates 166 acres for conservation near Pocatello

April 29, 2020 5:16 PM Emma Iannacone

The area has miles of singletrack trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Antibody testing underway in Bannock County

April 29, 2020 1:53 PM News Team

Antibody testing is officially underway in Bannock County. CrushTheCurveIdaho.com is partnering up with Idaho Central Credit Union and Portneuf Medical Group to provide testing.

Idaho Gives goes until May 7

April 29, 2020 11:43 AM News Team

This is a key time for generosity in our community.

Forest Service limiting recreation group size

April 29, 2020 10:38 AM News Team

In an effort to ease the closures of National Forest recreation sites in Idaho, the US Forest Service Intermountain Region has issued an order limited the size of groups using outdoor recreation to 10 persons.

‘Dragging main’ unites Bear Lake Valley following recent tragedies

April 28, 2020 6:42 PM Todd Kunz

The Bear Lake Valley turns out to a car rally to unite and show support for several grieving families.

IRS complaint filed against Idaho Freedom Foundation

April 28, 2020 8:41 PM News Team

A complaint has been filed to the IRS about the Idaho Freedom Foundation’s 501(c)(3) status after the group was allegedly involved in “illegal” activities.

EIRMC sees a dangerous downward trend in people delaying emergency care

April 28, 2020 3:38 PM Jilliana Colina

Krell tells us, the data shows a 42 % decrease in patient volume, yet a 20% increase in patient admissions from an ER visit. That is a vital statistic.

Idaho lottery still a popular bet during pandemic worries

April 28, 2020 3:06 PM Associated Press

Despite a pandemic, many Idaho residents are apparently still feeling lucky.

Vandals spray-paint historic rock site signed in 1800s

April 28, 2020 12:20 PM Associated Press

Vandals have spray-painted graffiti on a historic Idaho landmark in City of Rocks National Reserve in what officials say is the worst case of vandalism in the park’s history.

Coeur d’Alene Casino partially reopens

April 28, 2020 10:23 AM Associated Press

The Coeur d’Alene Casino has reopened some of its restaurants with social distancing efforts in place and face mask requirements.

16 Idaho nursing homes hit by COVID-19, state mum on details

April 27, 2020 5:53 PM Associated Press

Idaho’s nursing homes have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, with at least 150 cases at 16 different long-term care facilities in the state.

Northgate development finishing “phase two”

April 27, 2020 4:27 PM Emma Iannacone

Developers are finishing what they call “phase two” of the project.

How a local bridal shop is doing during the pandemic

April 27, 2020 5:28 PM Jilliana Colina

Weber said April and May are typically the ‘primetime’ months for the business. It’s where they earn almost a quarter of their revenue from brides and grooms purchasing their attire for summer weddings.

Madison Memorial Hospital receives generous pizza donation

April 27, 2020 4:33 PM Jilliana Colina

One hundred pizzas were delivered as a thank you gift for all that the staff is doing to help the community during this pandemic.

Idaho’s top school official sues lawmakers, education board

April 27, 2020 1:50 PM Associated Press

Lawmakers violated the state constitution, Idaho’s top school official said in a lawsuit, by approving two laws that are an attack on her office by reducing her ability to direct critical public school operations.

Community invited to join virtual COVID-19 discussion

April 27, 2020 12:58 PM News Team

College of Eastern Idaho and Idaho Falls Community Hospital are teaming up to host a live, virtual discussion on COVID-19 and its impact on the local community on Thursday.

Injured man rescued in the Heise area

April 27, 2020 11:32 AM News Team

Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies along with Jefferson Central Fire, Idaho Falls Fire and Air Idaho Rescue responded to Table Rock Road in the Heise area to a report of an injured man Saturday around 2 p.m.

Most Idaho counties to see secure schools funding

April 27, 2020 11:10 AM News Team

Idaho counties are expected to receive a total of $23.9 million in payments under the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program this year.

State Board of Education to meet Monday

April 27, 2020 10:42 AM News Team

The Idaho State Board of Education will hold a virtual special Board meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic on Monday, April 27, 2020 beginning at 3 p.m. (MDT).

Activist apologizes after refusing to leave playground

April 27, 2020 10:30 AM Associated Press

An anti-vaccine activist who was arrested in Idaho after she repeatedly refused orders by police to leave a playground that had been closed because of the coronavirus pandemic has apologized to the police officer.

Doctors urge patients to seek care as at-home death rates rise

April 26, 2020 2:41 PM Emma Iannacone

Fewer people are visiting their physicians and seeking emergency medical care.

Loads of Love for the community

April 25, 2020 2:44 PM News Team

The Pocatello Christian Outreach Center held its fourth Loads of Love drive at the Pine Ridge Mall on Saturday.

Flood Warning and Flood Advisory for Blackfoot River and Willow Creek

April 24, 2020 11:33 PM Michael Coats

With rising water levels on the Blackfoot River and Willow Creek, the National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Flood Warning and a Flood Advisory Flood Warning:Blackfoot River Above Blackfoot Reservoir, near Henry, affecting Caribou County Above average snow, about 150 percent, is now melting with recentwarmer temperatures. The Blackfoot river is now above

Medical professionals sound the alarm over inaccurate antibody testing

April 24, 2020 12:50 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With COVID-19 tests becoming more available, new concerns have medical professionals sounding the alarm over antibody testing. Identifying antibodies is fairly new. It’s used to detect the body’s immune response to the infection caused by the virus rather than detecting the virus itself. Results conclude whether a patient has been exposed

Chukars team up to help Food Basket

April 24, 2020 8:24 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This time of year Melaleuca Field is usually hosting high school baseball games. On Friday, they were filling up the Idaho Falls Food Basket truck to help the community. “It’s been steady, it’s been steady,” Idaho Falls Chukars President and General Manager, Kevin Greene said. “We haven’t had any huge

Supply chain issues impacting local cattle market

April 24, 2020 7:23 PM News Team

Coronavirus has impacted the supply chain for much of the food industry and the local cattle market is feeling the effects.

‘Virtual rally’ to be held in East Idaho this Saturday

April 24, 2020 5:18 PM Jilliana Colina

“It’s an avenue to give people an opportunity to come out and participate in a safe manner. To listen to a different perspective a different view that we feel is not getting out there”

Head of Idaho recovery committee sees hope, hard work ahead

April 24, 2020 5:20 PM Associated Press

The head of an economic recovery committee formed by Gov. Brad Little to help the state reopen for business while also battling the coronavirus says he’s optimistic Idaho will rebound, but there’s hard work ahead.

Emergency funds for laid off workers on the way

April 24, 2020 12:31 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Labor has begun making $600 weekly payments to laid-off workers.

Gov. Little announces 4-stage plan to reopen Idaho

April 23, 2020 9:57 AM News Team

In an effort to instill ‘certainty’ and ‘confidence’ in Idahoans, Governor Brad Little announced a 4-stage plan to reopen Idaho during a press conference Thursday.

Updates on local school district’s status

April 17, 2020 1:33 PM News Team

Idaho officials have extended the statewide school closure because of COVID-19 through the end of the academic year, or until social distancing requirements are lifted.

Risch leads local business support initiative

April 24, 2020 8:19 AM News Team

Idaho Senator Jim Risch is working with local officials to promote a “Support Local Gems” effort Friday.

Local businesses excited to reopen under Gov. Little’s plan

April 23, 2020 8:44 PM News Team

Businesses such as salons and restaurants will be able to resume regular business during the second stage, should all criteria be met. With a target date of May 16, many businesses are hoping to see things get back on track.

Anti-government activist Bundy protests at officer’s home

April 23, 2020 3:30 PM Associated Press

nti-government activist Ammon Bundy was one of several dozen protesters who showed up at a southwestern Idaho police officer’s home after the officer took into custody an activist at a city playground closed because of the coronavirus.

Confirmed cases expected to rise as testing becomes more available

April 23, 2020 1:12 PM News Team

Southeastern Idaho Public health is working with community partners, private labs and Idaho State University to start commercial testing in Bannock County.

Stars placed at Gold Star Families Memorial

April 23, 2020 1:49 PM Emma Iannacone

Crews laid down 44 gold stars Thursday at the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument.

Health care industry hardest hit by COVID related layoffs

April 23, 2020 11:03 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Labor is now processing 108,984 claims for unemployment benefits filed during the first five weeks of the COVID-19 emergency.

Bingham Academy using 3D printers in the fight against coronavirus

April 22, 2020 8:11 PM News Team

Without students, Bingham Academy has put its 3D printers to good use, enrolling them in the fight against coronavirus.

EIPH hope for economic recovery and safe openings for businesses

April 22, 2020 8:09 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Businesses have been creative in taking new approaches to keep customers safe during this pandemic. The Eastern Idaho Public Health Department is trying to get more places back up and running. “We talked about the social distancing measures and it’s something that we need to maybe consider as a new

Idaho governor gets flak from own party on virus decisions

April 22, 2020 6:30 PM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s efforts to flatten the curve and slow the rate of infection and spread of the coronavirus after it made a rapid entry into the state last month have succeeded.

School districts across the state need help providing home internet access to students

April 22, 2020 5:24 PM Jilliana Colina

IBE is asking for the communities help to fund the hotspots for students all across the state. You can make your donation to a specific school district if you’d like.

Voting deadline for Fort Hall Business Council

April 22, 2020 1:52 PM News Team

The unfortunate timing of the coronavirus pandemic is creating news challenges for Shoshone Bannock Tribes tribal council elections.

ISU enrollment stalls after promising increase

April 22, 2020 1:28 PM Emma Iannacone

ISU saw an increase in applications, admissions, housing and scholarship applications before the pandemic hit.

Local bar and grill passing out potatoes during pandemic

April 22, 2020 12:42 PM Emma Iannacone

It’s the Idaho way to give back to the community.

Adapting Idaho’s public education system in unprecedented times

April 22, 2020 12:00 PM News Team

Idaho State Board of Education President Debbie Critchfield released the following Wednesday.

Idaho appellate court upholds ex-priest prison sentence

April 22, 2020 9:56 AM Associated Press

A former Boise priest convicted of possessing violent and extreme child pornography will be sentenced to 25 years imprisonment, an appellate court ruled.

Chrome near the Dome: Cars, coffee and conversation

April 21, 2020 6:48 PM News Team

A group of classic car lovers has found a way to continue meeting in person, even with social distancing guidelines.

Idaho Endowment Fund loses $255 million in March

April 21, 2020 4:06 PM Associated Press

The Idaho Endowment Fund that distributes money to public schools and other entities lost $255 million and dropped nearly 11% in value in March due to the economic problems caused by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.

Idaho couple accused of violating order with yard sale

April 21, 2020 4:01 PM Associated Press

An Idaho resident was issued a citation after authorities say she was in violation of Republican Gov. Brad Little’s stay-at-home order after continuing with a yard sale despite warnings.

Volunteers have collected almost 500 bags of trash from Highway 20 in 2 days

April 21, 2020 5:32 PM Jilliana Colina

The cleanup crews could be found from Sugar City all the way to Saint Anthony.

Boise State implements staff furloughs including athletics

April 21, 2020 3:14 PM Associated Press

Boise State head football coach Bryan Harsin and other coaches and athletic department employees earning more than $40,000 per year will be furloughed.

FBI warns of coronavirus scams coming to area

April 21, 2020 1:43 PM Emma Iannacone

Here are schemes popping up around the nation to keep an eye out for in our area:

State Department of Education awards grants

April 21, 2020 11:18 AM News Team

The State Department of Education has announced grant awards under the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program.

Substance use disorder treatment can now be offered through virtual appointments

April 20, 2020 6:27 PM Jilliana Colina

Idaho is top ten in the nation for mis-use of prescription opioids, according to recent studies done by the national survey on drug use and health.

Two popular radio hosts no longer on the air

April 20, 2020 4:11 PM Todd Kunz

Long-time morning news radio hosts, Neal Larson and Julie Mason, are no longer on the airwaves as of Monday.

With schools closed, more Idaho students start farm jobs

April 20, 2020 12:11 PM Associated Press

With students completing school work remotely during the coronavirus pandemic, officials say more youths are filling their days by doing farm labor and other agricultural jobs.

State Board of Education special meeting scheduled Monday

April 20, 2020 10:33 AM News Team

The Idaho State Board of Education will hold a virtual special Board meeting on Monday to continue discussions on impacts to Idaho’s public education system caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Small business emergency money runs out, new grant opens today

April 20, 2020 10:18 AM Emma Iannacone

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce created the Save Small Business Initiative, which starts accepting applications at 1:00 p.m. on Monday.

Children may be more vulnerable to abuse during quarantine

April 19, 2020 1:58 PM Emma Iannacone

Children stuck at home without access to care and support systems is putting them in a vulnerable spot, experts say.

Local woman selling stickers for quarantine graduates of 2020

April 18, 2020 4:55 PM News Team

A local woman is helping seniors commemorate a special graduation with unique stickers.

First responders and healthcare workers get hydration donation from local distributor

April 17, 2020 4:10 PM Todd Kunz

Watkins Distributing makes a donation to first responders and healthcare workers on the front line of COVID-19 defense.

Senior Solutions helps most vulnerable

April 17, 2020 8:46 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – If you are a senior and need a mask or help with your errands, help is only an email or phone call away. Senior Solutions is trying to lighten the burden of those who are most vulnerable. The Consulting agency says it has received more than 200 masks from volunteers.

Doing it right: Tips for home health and wellness

April 17, 2020 9:00 PM News Team

In these unprecedented times, people are doing things at home they may never have expected to.

City of Hailey allows isolation order to expire

April 17, 2020 5:28 PM News Team

The Hailey City Council voted to allow Hailey’s Isolation Order to expire at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2020.

Hundreds defy Idaho’s stay-at-home order at Capitol protest

April 17, 2020 4:25 PM Associated Press

More than 1,000 protesters gathered at the Idaho Statehouse Friday afternoon in defiance of Gov. Brad Little’s extension of the statewide stay-at-home order.