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Thunder Ridge teacher brings national STEM experience back to Eastern Idaho

A Thunder Ridge High School math teacher is back in Eastern Idaho after spending nearly a year in Washington, D.C., working with the U.S. Air Force on national STEM education efforts.

Natalie Woods was selected from a nationwide pool of educators for the 2025-26 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship. The 11-month program places accomplished STEM teachers in federal agencies and congressional offices, where they bring classroom experience into national education work while gaining a broader understanding of federal programs and resources. Woods served with the Department of the Air Force in its Air & Space K-12 STEM Outreach office.

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Idaho licensing agency warns professionals about impersonation scams

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses is warning licensees about scammers impersonating the agency or professional licensing boards. DOPL says scammers may contact licensees by phone, email or other methods while claiming to be investigators with the division. In some cases, scammers tell licensees they are under investigation for

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Missing 11-year-old found safe

The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a recently missing 11-year-old boy who hasn’t been seen since early Monday afternoon.

Police believe 11-year-old Otto Crew left his home on Saturn Ave. sometime after 12:30 p.m. today, August 17. Authorities have not released information regarding the circumstances of his departure, nor have they noted any critical medical conditions.

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Henry’s Fork Anglers celebrates 50 years of fly-fishing tradition and fellowship in Island Park

ISLAND PARK, Idaho — A longtime Island Park fly shop is celebrating five decades of helping anglers experience one of Idaho’s most well-known rivers. Henry’s Fork Anglers is marking its 50th anniversary this week with a series of public events celebrating the business’s history, its guides and customers, and the Henry’s Fork itself. The business

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‘The stars belong to everyone:’ Head of NASA announces America will win next space race at Idaho National Laboratory

“We must unleash more of the energy potential within matter and use it to overcome the tyranny of distance across our solar system, especially as we venture farther away from our star,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman Friday in Idaho Falls.

Watch the full press conference at link below.

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Idaho State Police issues safety warning during Raspberry Days

With Raspberry Days around the corner, Idaho State Police is urging people to put safety first following several fatal incidents in the area this summer.

“We’ve seen firsthand how quickly a fun day can turn tragic,” Capt. Clint Skinner said. “As we welcome thousands of visitors for Raspberry Days, we’re asking everyone to slow down, wear a seat belt, wear a life jacket on the water and never drive impaired. A few responsible decisions can make the difference between a safe weekend and a tragedy.”

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61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian festival is underway in Fort Hall

FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI)- The 61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival began Thursday at the Shoshone-Bannock Festival Grounds in Fort Hall. The four-day gathering runs through this Sunday under the theme “One people, one purpose, one future.” The festival originated in August 1964 when then-recreation director Reeves Nawoosky organized a social powwow to celebrate a successful summer

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New Salmon Two Rivers K-8 school opening after years of community effort

The Salmon community is celebrating the opening of its new Two Rivers K-8 school Tuesday, marking the completion of a nearly $29 million project years in the making.

Gov. Brad Little is expected to attend, along with local lawmakers and school officials.

Local News 8 will livestream the ceremonial ribbon cutting beginning at 3 p.m. You can watch it in the player at the link below.

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AG Labrador urges Congress to expand states’ authority to investigate Medicaid fraud

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is joining attorneys general from 16 other states in calling on Congress to pass the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act”. The legislation that would expand states’ ability to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud.

“Every year, criminals steal billions from a program meant to protect our most vulnerable citizens by lying their way onto Medicaid rolls,” said Attorney General Labrador. “Federal law currently ties investigators’ hands unless the fraud comes from a provider, letting recipient fraud go unchecked.”

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Youth Jam will roar to life this weekend

The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for families.

Georgina Goodlander, the Visual Arts Director for the Idaho Falls Arts Council, stopped by Local News 8 Live in the Morning to show off some fun art projects that will be going on at this weekend’s Roaring Youth Jam.

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Authorities identify three victims killed in Twin Falls; Gov. Little orders flags to half-staff

Authorities have identified the three people killed in Saturday’s shooting in Twin Falls.

The victims are 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California; 66-year-old Dale Schultz of Salt Lake City, Utah; and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch of Hagerman, Idaho.

Twin Falls Police extended their deepest condolences to the victims’ families, loved ones, friends and community members grieving the loss.

A Family Assistance Center has also been established to provide support and resources to victims, survivors and their families.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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Young moose captured in backyard near Idaho Falls Zoo

🫎 One of the moose spotted wandering around Idaho Falls has been safely captured.

Idaho Fish and Game and Bonneville County Animal Control tranquilized the young male moose after finding him in a resident’s backyard near the Idaho Falls Zoo.

Officials plan to release the moose back into the wild but did not disclose where he will be released.

The capture comes after several recent moose sightings around Idaho Falls.

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In-N-Out Owner ‘heartbroken’ over deadly Twin Falls In-N-Out Shooting; Police to hold 2 P.M. briefing

Four people are dead, including the gunman, and five others are recovering after violence erupted at the new Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger on Saturday. In-N-Out owner Lynsi Snyder expressed heartbreak over the loss of an associate, stating the company is “mourning with the families” during this painful time. Authorities are working to determine the suspect’s identity and motive, with Twin Falls Police set to hold a live news conference at 2 p.m. Sunday to provide updates on the investigation.

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Bryan Kohberger is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022.

Surviving roommates recount horror in Idaho murders docuseries as Bryan Kohberger seeks plea change

One year after a stunning hearing in which Kohberger admitted to his crimes in court, the former criminology graduate student says his defense team misled him and persuaded him to enter a false guilty plea.

His request to reverse his plea not only revives the case, but it also may renew the frustrations and emotions of the grieving families of his four victims: Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle and Madison Mogen. They were fatally stabbed in the overnight hours of November 13, 2022.

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Officials say Island Park cyanobacteria bloom continues to grow as health alert remains in effect

ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Several days after a health alert was issued for Island Park Reservoir, Idaho environmental officials say the harmful cyanobacteria bloom is continuing to grow, with warm summer temperatures creating favorable conditions for the bacteria to spread. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) says recent satellite imagery shows the bloom

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Auditions open for locally produced mystery series ‘Peripheral’

A group of young creatives in the Pocatello community are working to make an independent film series titled “Peripheral.” The series will be eight episodes, following investigative journalist Maya Bell as she solves missing persons cases in a fictional community. Filmed primarily in Old Town, Pocatello, the series director and staff are looking for local talent to star in their project.

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Idaho AG warns consumers after 39 products recalled over safety hazards

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is urging Idahoans to check their homes after 39 products were recalled nationwide in July because of serious safety hazards, including fire risks, choking hazards and products designed for infants and toddlers.

The recalls, issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, include household appliances, electronics, furniture and children’s products. Ten of the recalled items were made specifically for infants and toddlers.

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Gov. Little declares fire disaster emergency, deploys Idaho National Guard to Big Grass Fire

Gov. Brad Little has declared a fire disaster emergency in parts of Idaho and authorized the deployment of the Idaho National Guard to assist with the Big Grass Fire in Owyhee County as wildfire activity intensifies across the state.

The emergency declaration authorizes additional state resources to support wildfire suppression, monitoring, response and recovery efforts. It also allows the State Emergency Response Team to help cover extraordinary wildfire monitoring and response costs under Idaho law.

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States may soon manage grizzly bears after exceeding recovery goals

The federal government is moving to grant states more authority over grizzly bear management following a petition from Montana. This proposal would allow state agencies to regulate populations that have met federal recovery benchmarks. Idaho officials, including Senator Jim Risch and Governor Brad Little, praised the decision, arguing that local wildlife experts are better equipped to make conservation decisions than federal bureaucrats.

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“Step Forward and Serve”: Victor Opens applications to fill vacant City Council seat

“This vacancy comes at a meaningful moment for Victor,” the City Council stated in a recent press release. “The City has experienced a period of public strain and disagreement, while also moving through important and exciting work related to infrastructure, growth, regional relationships, public access, community connection, and the future vision for Victor and Teton Valley. The City is inviting residents who care deeply about this community to consider stepping forward to serve.”

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Fall River Electric announces partnership on new power plant

Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative is partnering on a new power generation project in northern Idaho aimed at helping keep electricity reliable and affordable for customers across eastern Idaho and southwestern Montana.

The project, being developed through PNGC Power, will use natural gas technology that officials say will be among the most efficient and lowest-emitting power plants in the region. The plant is also expected to have the ability to blend hydrogen into its fuel supply in the future as the technology and infrastructure become available.

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Air quality

Can’t escape the smoke? Here’s how to stay safe.

If you walked outside this morning, you would have instantly noticed the smoke inversion blanketing most of the city. The Idaho Falls Fire Department is issuing a reminder to prepare for wildfire season and to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

According to officials with the fire department, wildfire smoke can impact communities hundreds of miles away, an effect that was visibly noticeable Monday.

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Five years later, Michael Vaughan’s family says search for answers is not over

Monday marks five years since Michael “Monkey” Vaughan disappeared from his Fruitland neighborhood, a case that drew national attention and remains one of Idaho’s most high-profile missing child investigations.

Michael was 5 years old when he vanished on July 27, 2021, after leaving his family’s home to play outside. Despite years of searches, thousands of investigative leads and multiple court proceedings, his body has never been found.

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