First winter graduation for ISU students
Idaho State University is hosting its first ever winter commencement ceremony on Saturday.
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2 snowmobilers survive avalanche near Idaho-Utah border
A close call for two people who were swept away in an avalanche Saturday.
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Christmas Lights How-To: the safe and low-cost way
During the holidays, we don’t just see a spike in our energy bill: Accidents increase significantly, putting a bummer on the holiday spirit.
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Eastern Idaho exhibit coming to The Museum of Idaho
“It’s a story of the routes that people take through our, our area and the roots that they put down.”
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Bannock County officially open Northgate Interchange
Friday marked the completion of a major construction project on Interstate 15 in Bannock County.
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Parent coalition questions charter school commission
Supporters of public charter schools are questioning the state commission that oversees them about recent personnel changes.
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Sawtooth isn’t just a mountain range in Idaho
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Idaho National Laboratory is revealing it’s newest project. While the name pays tribute to some of Idaho’s famous mountains, this new super computer will make some new notable advancements. The computer will be used for modeling and simulation and improve safety to testing. It is the 37th fastest computer in the
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One hospitalized after crash on US 26 and Hitt Road
A Rexburg man was hospitalized at 12:21 p.m. Thursday after a two-vehicle crash at 25th East and US 26 in Idaho Falls.
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Denny’s Wrecker Service continues December towing tradition
For over 30 years, Denny’s Wrecker Service has been offering drivers in the Pocatello-Chubbuck area a safe way to get home during the holidays.
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BCCLC plans to leave Blackfoot
The Blackfoot Charter Community Learning Center has made a big leap for its future and it involves leaving the city limits.
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These seniors want to share their talents with you
“Any senior who sits back on their couch and says, well, this is my spot, they’re not going to last very long. You’ve got to stay busy, both physically, mentally, and I would also add spiritually.”
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Idaho Post Offices prepared for avalanche of holiday cards, packages
The Pocatello Post Office is one of seven in southern Idaho that will extend its weekend hours for the busy season.
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New ISU program prepares physicians with wilderness medicine training
Resident physicians participating in a didactic training apart of ISU’s wilderness training program.
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Pocatello family on bittersweet journey to fund cruise with mom battling cancer
It’s been said that timing is everything and that couldn’t be truer for one Pocatello family. For the Carlsons, John, Cally, and their four children, the time is now.
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Save the Chukars: Lawmaker making a new push to keep the team
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A new effort to save the Idaho Falls Chukars and minor league baseball teams across the country is coming from Idaho. Congressman Mike Simpson’s office announced Wednesday, December 4, that he is part of a bipartisan group that has formed the “Save Minor League Baseball” task force. Its mission is
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Discover Idaho Falls’ hot spots through new app
“The tourist geared app was in the works for a year and caters to those who speak English, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese”
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Gov. Little: Idaho is least-regulated state in US
Idaho is the least-regulated state in the U.S., Gov. Brad Little said Wednesday.
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Unique healing center uses oxygen to help more than 4,000 people
A unique treatment center is helping people with a variety of health issues.
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Idaho House Minority Leader Erpelding will resign Friday
Democratic House Minority Leader Mat Erpelding announced Wednesday that he will resign on Friday.
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East Idaho in need of forensic pathologist
When counties need an autopsy done, they send it to Ada County–the closest option–which can take a full day, sometimes two, for law enforcement.
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How your French fries could be impacted by the shortage of potatoes
“French fry shortage is very possible and could be very real.”
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Memorial Quilt display raises AIDS awareness
Breaking boundaries of Idaho is holding a week of their annual aids benefit dinner.
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Habitat for Humanity moving into historic Pocatello building
For more than a year, Katie Counts, manager of the Habitat for Humanity Restore, has felt the need to expand. The current store of off Garrett Way wasn’t the right size for the things she was hoping to achieve.
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Wood stove restrictions ordered in Franklin County
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) has activated local residential wood burning ordinances in Franklin County.
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New traffic lights fully functional at busy intersection
AMMON, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – The new traffic lights at Sunnyside and Ammon Roads are fully functional as of Monday night. Crews began with the infrastructure and widening the configuration of the intersection a few months ago. They installed the poles and the cross-arms just before Thanksgiving. This intersection was previously a four-way stop.
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It’s a sellers market for southeast Idaho homeowners
Southeast Idaho’s real estate market looks promising for people looking to sell their homes.
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Personal finance simulator helps high school students manage money
“We teach them how to make money in school, but we don’t do a very good job teaching them what to do once they make money”
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NTSB investigators arrive at South Dakota plane crash site
The NTSB released more information into what happened before a plane crashed in Chamberlain, South Dakota killing 9 members of an Idaho Falls family Saturday. Three people survived the crash.
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Learn more about Kyäni, the health and wellness company, co-founded by the Hansen brothers
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – (Note: This story first aired July 9, 2019) A local company is reaching all corners of the world. Kyäni was founded in Idaho Falls in 2005 and is improving lives through health, wealth, and humanitarian efforts. “Every aspect of Kyäni is really bringing hope, helping people,” said Kirk Hansen, CEO and chairman
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Air Idaho Rescue to establish new EIRMC base
A new agreement between Air Idaho Rescue and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center will clear the path for a new air medical service base in Idaho Falls.
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Winter Weather Advisory for Monday
(KIFI/KIDK) Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming will see scattered snow showers Monday and early Tuesday. The National Weather Service offices in Pocatello and Riverton have issued Winter Weather Advisories. For Idaho Falls, Rigby, Rexburg, and St. Anthony: WHAT…Scattered Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches possible.WHEN…Until 11 PM MST this evening. For Island
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Weather causes delay in plane crash investigation
The weather is hindering investigators to determine what happened to a plane that crashed in South Dakota killing an Idaho Falls family.
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Family Christmas concert donates gifts for local families
The spirit of giving sometimes comes in the form of a song. In this case, a concert.
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Recent storms slow travelers, help skiers
Recent winter storms have made travel treacherous in some parts of the Gem State, but they’ve also been a difference-maker for skiers and snowboarders.
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Cold and snow doesn’t stop Christmas parade
Dozens braved the cold and snowy streets of Old Town Friday to get a look at the Christmas Night Lights Parade.
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Black Friday turnout
“I don’t really like the crowds of people, but I guess it’s not as bad as I thought it would be.”
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Post Office encourages snow removal
The U.S. Postal (USPS) service is asking people with home delivery to keep snow and ice clear around mailboxes and walkways.
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Thanksgiving inside the Bannock County Jail
Every year, on the last Thursday in November, kitchens are hard at work making sure the big meal is ready to go.
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‘I’m not going to dignify misrepresentation’: City Council Elect reacts to report
On Wednesday, the office of the Bannock County Commissioners sent out a media release stating that Mike Larkin and Pocatello City Council Elect Chris Stevens had to be court marshaled during a Nov. 20 meeting.
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Whitworth family tradition keeps holiday meals on the table
While many families spent Wednesday preparing their big meal for Thursday, one local family was carving up meals for nearly 700 people. It’s a family tradition that the Whitworth’s and Evans’ have no plan of stopping.
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Local support global climate strikes Fridays for the Future
Idaho Falls Supports Climate Action and South East Idaho Sunrise Movement teamed up to join the global climate strike, Friday for the Future.
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Is your car prepared for the snow?
Winter storms can be unexpected, but preparing your car is all about forethought.
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Thanksgiving dinner only one penny more expensive than last year
The cost of a ten person meal rose only a penny since last year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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Ft. Hall fire leaves family homeless
A family of 12 was left homeless after a fire on the Fort Hall Reservation Tuesday.
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Weather may cause holiday travel trouble
The weeks around Thanksgiving are always among the busiest for the travel. In fact, a record 31.6 million Americans are expected to take flight over that period (Nov. 22 – Dec. 3) this year. But there’s one thing that could be standing in the way of many in the area. As you might have guessed, it’s the weather.
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New Idaho Falls hospital brings new opportunities for patients
All around the Idaho Falls Community Hospital, you can find staff working hard to prep the brand new hospital, to begin all-around care for their new patients early next week.
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Ranger districts seek Wyoming trails funds
Two Caribou-Targhee National Forest Ranger Districts have applied for grants through the Wyoming Recreational Trails Program.
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Juvenile corrections center resident dies
The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections reports an 18-year-old resident of Juvenile Corrections Center-St. Anthony has died of apparent natural causes.
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Retiring anchorman reflects on changes in TV technology
Jay Hildebrandt has seen technology evolve over his 60 years of involvement in the industry
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Salvation Army kicks off Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army is hitting the pavement this week to collect donations for its annual Red Kettle fundraiser.
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Stoplight install begins overnight at busy intersection
AMMON, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Power crews were braving the cold temperatures Monday night to begin installing the traffic light system at the intersection of Sunnyside Road and Ammon Road. Arco Electric is doing the installation. One of the workers told KIDK Eyewitness News 3 anchor Todd Kunz that they planned to have all the cross-arms
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ITD prepares roads for Thanksgiving snowstorm
The Idaho Transportation Department prepared roads for the upcoming snowstorm, but holiday travel may still be dangerous.
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How to make sure your holiday package is delivered on time and skip the line at the post office
At the USPS Idaho Falls location, you can visit a self-service kiosk that runs 24 hours a day, even when the post office is closed.
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Thanksgiving travel tips
AAA says about 296,000 Idahoans will be hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year.
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Murder suspect undergoing psychological evaluation
An 86-year-old murder suspect is undergoing psychological competency evaluation at State Hospital South.
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Iona man arrested after standoff
IONA, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – An Iona man was arrested after a Saturday night standoff with authorities. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s office reports, “Deputies assigned to the City of Iona were called to check the welfare of a woman living in the 3600 block of N. Main St. in Iona. Deputies had been called to the
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Pebble Creek preparing for upcoming season
This weekend, many mountains around the region are opening or preparing to open. Pebble Creek isn’t quite there yet, but the lifts were spinning Saturday.
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Deck the Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Here’s a chance to see a unique holiday sight. A local company plans to deck the falls for the holidays. “ANDX” has come up with a way to project video and images onto the water falling over the falls, and use the water as a projector screen. They plan to
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Foster and adoptive parents needed in Idaho
November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize the urgent need for foster and adoptive families in the country. Friday, at the Bannock County Courthouse, a very special adoption ceremony was held.
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‘Give Cold Feet a Boot’ campaign provides 300 winter boots for students
There was a lot of heart and soles to be found at one Blackfoot school Friday.
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Will online shopping affect the Black Friday turn out?
There is one benefit shoppers can only get at a brick-and-mortar retailer.
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ISP graduates new class of troopers
Sixteen new Idaho State Police troopers participated in graduation ceremonies at the State Capitol this week.
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Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community
Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy store.
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National Rural Health Day holds deeper meaning for some ISU students
Nearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural communities and, as a result, have less access to health care. Thursday is National Rural Health Day and at ISU, students with rural backgrounds are inspired to make a difference.
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Second chance at a smile awarded to local mom
On Thursday, Hannah Lyngar found out that she was granted a second chance at a smile.
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Traffic stop leads to felony drug arrest
An Idaho Falls Neighborhood Police Officer was patrolling in the area of Alpine Street when he observed a vehicle that appeared to be driving aimlessly through the neighborhood Sunday around 1:00 a.m.
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Rexburg medical community comments on BYU-I’s recent statement regarding Medicaid
“As far as the infrastructure here in Rexburg we feel that we have a very solid foundation as far as being able to handle the needs of our community.”
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Gate City Boxing’s new ring nearing completion
Wednesday afternoon, members of the Gate City Boxing Club got a glimpse at their new ring.
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Pocatello boy feels lucky after not suffering any major injuries when hit by car
A Pocatello boy is feeling lucky that bruising is the only sign showing he was hit by a car on his way home from school Tuesday.
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Executive Order could mean extra work for ISP
On Tuesday, Gov. Brad Little put forth an Executive Order that will allow hemp to be transported through Idaho legally, with a number of stipulations.
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First roundabout in Madison County outside of the city
“It cleans this whole corner up and it really is inviting to the Hibbard area.”
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Pocatello Creek restoration project underway
Construction crews began work Wednesday on a Pocatello Creek stream restoration project.
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Virtual gun range, supply company offers unique training for officers
A unique local business is helping first responders prepare for the worst – safely.
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Sentencing in Idaho Falls shaken baby case
A judge sent Robert Saad, Sr., to prison for the maximum ten years today.
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Market Lake area eyed for aquifer recharge basin
The Idaho Water Resource Board is reviewing several potential sites to locate a large recharge basin in the upper Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer.
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Teton Valley program to focus on aquifer recharge
The Idaho Water Resource Board has approved spending $60,600 from the Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program to fund water delivery agreements with Teton River farmers and irrigators in the Teton River Basin.
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Missing man found
St. Anthony Police are trying to locate missing person, Brandon Sharp.
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Man arrested for possession of heroin and marijuana
A 50-year-old Idaho Falls man was arrested for drug trafficking and possession of dugs Tuesday.
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Victim’s name released in Preston officer-involved shooting
Pocatello Police are leading an Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Team investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident.
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ISU’s debate society hosts public debate
Tuesday night, the Idaho State University Rupp Debate Society hosted its fall public debate at the Pond Student Union.
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Idaho Falls water tower future up in the air
“The existing tower needs to remain intact because it’s supplies pressure to the water system. We can’t take it down until the new tower is built.”
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Pocatello active shooter drill featured in Campus Safety magazine
The Pocatello Police Department and other local organizations were highlighted in the Campus Safety magazine for an active shooter reunification drill earlier this year.
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Inmates train dogs at the Idaho K9 Academy
he director of the Idaho K9 Academy has more work than he can handle. Since opening in January at the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls, more and more people are learning about the fantastic pet training available locally. Coby Varonovich says he can’t keep up.
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Governor Brad Little issued an executive order Tuesday to resolve conflicts between state and federal law related to the interstate transportation of hemp across Idaho.
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Fifth and sixth graders can ski free in Idaho
Do you have a fifth or sixth grader who loves to ski or snowboard or one who’d like to learn?
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Man arrested for possession of meth
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 49th N. and 25th E. on a vehicle that had previously eluded officers and deputies had information that a wanted subject may be inside Saturday around 1 p.m.
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Get $20 feline spay/neuter vouchers on Wednesday
The East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition will be releasing 133 feline spay and neuter vouchers on Wednesday at 9 a.m.
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State committee reviews Idaho water supply status
Idaho is getting a late start on winter, despite a cool and wet September.
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‘Wall of Warmth’ is offering a unique way for people to stay warm
A “Wall of Warmth” in Idaho Falls is offering a unique way for everyone in the community to stay warm.
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Festival of Trees kicks off the holiday season
The festival has helped launch very merry seasons here for 45 years.
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Ribbon cut for FBI data center in Pocatello
The FBI and its partners at the Department of Justice (DOJ) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new data center in Pocatello on Monday.
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Local team wins regional CyberForce competition
The University of Idaho, Idaho Falls campus took first-place honors Saturday in the 2019 U.S. Department of Energy CyberForce Competition.
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Reclaim Idaho questions BYU-Idaho Medicaid decision
Reclaim Idaho, which fought to expand Medicaid health insurance in Idaho last year, wants to know more about why Brigham Young University-Idaho this week mysteriously decided to reject coverage for students.
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Chubbuck man charged with possessing stolen firearm
Kory Peterson, 37, of Chubbuck was arrested after a brief standoff in the 4600 block of Ponderosa in Chubbuck at around 6 p.m. Saturday.
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Woman arrested after confronting police
Idaho Falls Police reported Saturday, they arrested Savannah Fenn, 34, of Idaho Falls November 8 on charges of disturbing the peace, resisting and obstructing an investigation, and felony battery on an officer.
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7 people arrested in separate drug investigations
Idaho Falls Police have seized nearly 100 grams of methamphetamine and heroin after 7 people were arrested on felony charges during the first two weeks of November.
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3 car accident closes part of Hitt Road
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – UPDATE: Nov. 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m. – Three cars were involved in an accident on Hitt Road (25th East) and south of 17th Street blocking traffic for a few hours Saturday evening. Idaho Falls police said only minor injuries were sustained by drivers and passengers. Police also said they suspect that alcohol
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Fish and Game studying pheasant hunting season
By the end of the season, Idaho Fish and Game will release 3,000 pheasants in the Sterling Wildlife Management Area.
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Pushing to get Medical Marijuana on 2020 ballot
Members of the Idaho Cannabis Coalition gathered at Rumors Pub in Pocatello on Saturday to gather the signatures they need to get the Idaho Medical Marijuana Act on the 2020 ballot.
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Fishing: A family business
Wading in the south fork of the Snake River, Boots Allen knows exactly what he’s looking for. A third-generation fly fishing guide, he comes from a family well known in the community.
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