Idaho Falls meat packaging plant says “stinky situation” could be coming to an end
People in Idaho Falls continue to ask, “where is the smell coming from” around the Intermountain Packing plant and “is there anything that can be…
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AmeriCorps grant funding opportunities announced
Idaho organizations interested in operating an AmeriCorps program can earn up to $75,000 in grant…
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U of I to host Idaho’s sixth statewide Three Minute Thesis competition on Feb. 6
This will be Idaho’s sixth statewide 3MT competition and University of Idaho’s sixth time hosting the…
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Gov. Little appoints Jake Zollinger to Custer County Board of Commissioners
Governor Brad Little appointed of Jake Zollinger to the Custer County Commission District 1…
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Long awaited dog training facility
Construction crews are completing a 1,200 square foot auxiliary building that will serve as a dog training facility for the Snake River Animal…
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New use of off-snow vehicle sticker fee to improve winter recreation and reduce negative impacts to the landscape
One dollar from each Over Snow Vehicle (OSV) tag now goes to IDL to provide snowmobile opportunities and to repair impacts directly related to…
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PCSD 25 administers swearing-in ceremonies for 2 school board members
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 welcomed a new board member, swore in an incumbent board member and took action for its annual…
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ISPFS releases Annual Report on Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kits
The report spotlights the state’s proactive stance in addressing sexual assault…
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Idaho still experiencing a slight downward trend in workplace fatalities
Idaho is still experiencing a slight downward trend in workplace fatalities according to the state’s most recent Census of Fatal Occupational…
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Annual Sportsmen Against Hunger event scheduled this weekend
Do you want to do something “wild” to benefit the Idaho Foodbank in southeast…
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Murder suspect indicted by grand jury in Bonneville County
A Bonneville County grand jury indicted 42-year-old Chris Brandon Foiles for the murder of his girlfriend.…
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Victim identified in suspicious death investigation
The victim has been identified from that suspicious death in Bonneville…
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Coroner identifies man who died in fiery crash
The 21-year-old driver of the Ford Mustang that struck a propane truck on Wednesday along US Highway 20 has been…
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Structure fire at Hobson’s Trailer Park considered total loss
A structure fire at Hobson’s Trailer Court, located off the 2900 block of the S Yellowstone Highway, on Friday is considered a total loss.…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter sees disturbing trend as more pets are left abandoned in the outdoors
Some of our local animal shelters are starting to see a disturbing trend regarding pets coming into the shelter. The trend? Pets, are being abandoned…
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Texas Roadhouse to reopen this weekend
The Texas Roadhouse restaurant in Ammon will reopen this weekend after two and half weeks of hard…
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Chaplains of Idaho are there to help
When a fire displaces someone, our state isn’t without…
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Commission acknowledges utility’s electric Integrated Resource Plan
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has acknowledged Avista Utility’s 2023 electric Integrated Resource…
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Gov. Little to send state police troopers to Texas-Mexico border
Governor Little is sending two more teams of Idaho State Police troopers to the Texas-Mexico border to assist with securing our nation’s…
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New Idaho Transportation Board south-central region member
Watkins begins his service on Jan. 31,…
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Idaho death row inmate now suspect in California murder
An Idaho death row inmate is now a suspect in a 1974 murder in…
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Kohberger denied appeal to dismiss indictment
The parents of one of the victims in the University of Idaho killings will be in court Friday for a court…
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Snake River Animal Shelter hosts ‘Black Furr-iday’
If you are looking to adopt a black cat, this could be your lucky…
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Bonneville County Republican town hall meeting
Republican party members got the chance to ask the leaders of their party in Bonneville County questions during a town hall meeting…
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Seniors in these Idaho counties have the highest Alzheimer's rates
Stacker identified the areas in Idaho with the highest prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease, using data released by the Alzheimer’s…
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Commercial advanced nuclear fuel arrives in Idaho for testing
For the first time in two decades, Idaho National Laboratory has received a shipment of used next-generation light water reactor fuel from a…
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Simpson, Risch announce Class of 2028 service Academy Nominations
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson and U.S. Senator Jim Risch announced Thursday their nominations to the United States service academies for the…
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Officers seek for information about several deer shot, left to waste in Teton Canyon
Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) hotline at…
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Fires rip through local businesses, what employees need to know
Two fires have damaged local businesses in Idaho Falls and Ammon during the past…
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Warmth continues across east Idaho
While this does put a damper on the snowy conditions across the region, it is giving us many other conditions for us to be concerned…
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New pool in the works for City of Ammon
The Ammon City Council has opened up discussions about building a new pool in the area. The current pool has been in operation since…
Continue Reading Little appoints new Fish and Game Commissioner for Upper Snake Region
Governor Brad Little appointed Brody Harshbarger of Ashton to serve as the Idaho Fish and Game Commission’s Upper Snake Region…
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Winter weather leaving car tires under pressure? Here’s what you should know
Snowy conditions can really take a toll on our car tires, so it’s best to be…
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Best public colleges in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of the best public colleges in Idaho using data from…
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Brief nighttime road closure as part of 17th Street and Holmes Avenue project
The work is being done at night to reduce the impacts on traffic and area businesses that utilize the…
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USAO collects nearly $4.5 million in restitution for victims, criminal fines, other penalties in 2023
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the office’s Financial Litigation Program, which is part of the Asset Recovery Division, collected more $3.5…
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Using social media to teach youth about dangers of vaping
It’s illegal to vape under the age of 21 in Idaho, but studies show one in every five teens have tried…
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How the fire at Reed’s Dairy was discovered
More details about last week’s fire at Reed’s Dairy are being…
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More than $100,000 raised for local charities at 2023 Festival of Trees
More than $100,000 was raised for local charities and scholarships at the 2023 Festival of…
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American Dog Derby moved to Bear Gulch
Weather conditions are not being cooperative, so the American Dog Derby has been moved to Bear…
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Bill to allow teachers to conceal carry goes to Idaho House
A bill to arm school staff will go to the Idaho House for a…
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Idaho Falls police release video of officer-involved shooting
On Wednesday, the Idaho Falls Police Department released body cam video of an officer-involved shooting on Jan. 8, 2024.…
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Idaho Sled Dog Challenge ceremonial start, 100-mile, 300-mile races canceled
The organizers of the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge announced Tuesday they are canceling the 2024 ceremonial start, 100-mile race and 300-mile race.…
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Gov. Little announces 4 new appointments
Governor Brad Little announced four new…
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Dress up as a cow to support for Reed’s Dairy
In the wake of a recent fire at Reed’s Dairy, the community is coming together to show its support and compassion.…
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Fentanyl traffickers bill passes House committee despite concerns
In the Idaho legislature, a bill that would impose mandatory minimums on fentanyl traffickers made it out of committee…
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Idaho Transportation Board meeting Wednesday in Boise
The Idaho Transportation Board will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 24 for its monthly meeting in Boise at the State of Idaho Chinden Campus beginning at…
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Madison County Search and Rescue shares the importance of avalanche beacons
Next time you head out into the backcountry of Madison County you may see a new tool that Search and Rescue has put in place to protect…
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19 new Aging Infrastructure Grants for $7.7 million approved
The Idaho Water Resource Board approved 19 new Aging Infrastructure Grants (AIG) Friday at a cost of approximately $7.7 million at its regular…
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Bill introduced to define gender in Idaho
Defining male and female is the goal of a potential bill discussed at the Idaho House…
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Water leak repaired on Alameda Road
Officials say the leak has been repaired. All lanes are back…
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Rep. Simpson votes to provide students with variety of milk options
Rep. Simpson votes in favor of H.R. 1147; Giving schools flexibility to craft nutritious lunches for students participating in school meal programs…
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Rexburg to receive $25K plowing grant from Domino’s
The City of Rexburg will get a little extra money to help plow its…
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SD25 Education Foundation’s $6,000 scholarship opportunity open for applications
Scholarship applications are due by March 8,…
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BLM hosting public meeting in Boise to discuss progress to catalyze solar energy development throughout the West
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is holding an open-house meeting in Boise on Feb. 6, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Boise State University to provide…
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Challis Field Office seeks comment on Special Recreation Permit study
Comments will be accepted through Jan. 21,…
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Pocatello firefighters rescue residents during apartment fire
Pocatello firefighters rescued residents during an apartment fire on Jan.…
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Madison County officials share progress and goals
He says Rexburg is America’s family community because of its people and their sense of…
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Seasonal virus activity on the rise across the country
It’s been nearly a month since the winter holidays, and seasonal virus activity continues to rise across the United States, according to data from…
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Highest-rated steakhouses in Boise by diners
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated steakhouses in Boise, according to diners’ reviews on Yelp as of January…
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Community sponsors wanted for 2024 Summer Food Service Program
The program provides meals to children in areas of need during summer…
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3 injured in crash near Swan Valley
Three people were injured in a crash on US 26…
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House Committee holds back bill to change words “fetus” to “preborn child”
A bill to replace the words embryo and fetus with preborn child in Idaho law is on…
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Woodland Hills Elementary lockdown lifted
A lockdown at Woodland Hills Elementary has been…
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File Idaho income tax returns starting Jan. 29
The sooner you file your return, the sooner you’ll get your refund.…
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Tautphaus Park outdoor ice rinks, Sage Lakes Golf Course cross country ski trails closed
The closure is due to the warmer weather and lack of snow.…
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Idaho gas prices below $3 for first time in nearly 3 years
Idaho gas prices are below the $3 mark for the first time since March…
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Reed’s Dairy works to rebound after devastating fire
Reed’s Dairy in Idaho Falls is working to rebound after a devastating fire last…
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Open houses begin this week to discuss Bannock County’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan
People are moving to Idaho, and Bannock County is starting to feel the impacts of that growth.…
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Construction begins at 17th Street and Holmes Avenue
The project is expected to be completed in late spring or early…
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ISU Department of Chemistry to host expert in nanomaterials for public discussion Jan. 25
One of the nation’s leading experts in nanomaterials synthesis is slated to visit Pocatello later this…
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Portneuf Heart & Vascular Institute to host grand opening of new heart procedure room
Portneuf Heart & Vascular Institute invites the community to a grand opening event for the new state-of-the-art heart procedure room on Thursday,…
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New “Savvy Women and Money” financial education conference set Feb. 16
This free financial education conference is similar to the now-retired annual Smart Women Smart Money…
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Winter weather brings ponding and potholes
According to previous AAA research, 44 million U.S. drivers paid for pothole-related repairs in 2022, at an average cost of $400 per…
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NYSE withdraws proposal to list Natural Asset Companies 1 week after Attorney General Labrador’s letter of protest
“I applaud the NYSE for listening to the counsel of this coalition of Attorneys General and withdrawing this ill-advised and illegal rule…
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Federal grant to improve collaboration between Tribal Education Leaders and State Education agencies
Meetings started in December and will take place quarterly over the next five…
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Longest-serving member of Idaho Transportation Board to retire
The longest-serving member of Idaho Transportation Board is…
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Reed’s Dairy picks up pieces after fire destroys main processing plant
The aftermath of the fire at Reed’s Dairy has far-reaching…
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet in Idaho Falls
The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet held by the Idaho Falls African American Alliance is…
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EMS 101 at Idaho Capitol set for Jan. 22
An upcoming Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 101 event will provide a venue where lawmakers, reporters and the public can learn more about EMS…
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Fort Hall man sentenced for shooting, killing another man
A Fort Hall man was sentenced to more than 21 years in federal prison for the shooting death of another man in January 2018 on the Fort Hall Indian…
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Ammon Icy Inferno Christmas Tree Bonfire and fireworks show Saturday
You can throw live, undecorated trees on the pile until 4:00 p.m. on…
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IPUC hires new secretary who will help manage utility case process
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has hired Monica Barrios-Sanchez as the utility regulator’s new…
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Gov. Little talks 2024 Legislative Session
The Idaho legislature is in full swing at the Idaho…
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Hydropower is key in making Idaho electricity rates low
While natural gas heating costs are up for Idaho, the state’s electricity prices are still among the nation’s lowest, largely due to inexpensive…
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Benny’s Pantry collecting donations
Idaho State University is gathering food to help its…
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Idaho Falls snow removal parking restrictions lifted
All parking restrictions are lifted, effective…
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Idaho’s December unemployment rate remains
at 3.3%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged between November and December, remaining at…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport master plan open house rescheduled
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport master plan open house has been rescheduled after the weather postponed the event in early…
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Local company gives time to help others in need
A local restoration company has been hard at work taking time away from their regular jobs to help their…
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Highest-rated restaurants in Boise by diners
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Boise using data from…
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New Solicitor General for Idaho announced
The Idaho Office of Attorney General announced the appointment of Alan Hurst as the Solicitor General effective Jan. 22, 2023.…
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Public input wanted for Pioneer Ridge Trailhead grant application
The City of Pocatello seeks public input for an Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation grant…
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Idaho librarians protest book bill
Idaho librarians are speaking out against a bill that would limit access to certain…
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Why a local rancher turned down $1,000 reward
The Idaho Cattlemen’s Association or ICA met Thursday at the Bonneville County Fairgrounds to discuss important ranching issues but also to deliver a…
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9 ITD snowplows hit so far this winter season, 5 in the past 7 days
Winter weather has brought snowy driving conditions to much of…
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Wyoming Transportation performs Teton Pass avalanche control
They are looking to do man-made avalanches instead of having natural ones that can cause some damage to us and to the…
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SUV slams into medical supply business
A car crashed into an Idaho Falls business Thursday…
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New Tribal Department of Energy director announced
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes hired a new Tribal Department of Energy (TDOE)…
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Judge denies Chad Daybell’s attorney to withdraw from case, may have to serve without pay
The attorney for Chad Daybell is asking the Judge to keep him on the case even though he may not be paid for his services.…
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