The 2026 Idaho Falls Pride celebration, themed “Many Roots, One Rainbow,” will take place Friday and Saturday with events designed to bring together members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and families.

“I just want everyone to feel included,” Goodsell-Hall said. “Especially with the current political climate, I just want to reach out to our folks of different ethnicities and different backgrounds and be like, ‘We hear you. We love you. We accept you.'”

A Caldwell woman is among hundreds of people charged in what federal officials are calling one of the largest healthcare fraud enforcement actions in U.S. history.

On Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced charges against 455 defendants nationwide as part of its 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. Federal officials allege the schemes involved more than $6.5 billion in false claims submitted to Medicare, Medicaid and other healthcare programs.

Idaho Falls Power employees spent Monday giving back to the community by helping improve public spaces along the Idaho Falls Riverwalk.

About 40 employees participated in Idaho Falls Power’s first Public Power Day of Giving, volunteering on several beautification projects throughout the Greenbelt and Riverwalk areas.

Dylan Smith of Idaho Falls reeled in a new state catch-and-release record lake trout of 43.25 inches while fishing on Payette Lake, and was able to hoist it up into the boat.

As temperatures rise and summer activities ramp up, many people feel increased pressure to lose weight and achieve a “summer body.” However, health and nutrition experts warn that this seasonal fixation can do much more harm than good.

On July 1, a new law allowing semitrucks to travel the freeway at 80 miles per hour will go into effect in Idaho, despite some trucking companies choosing to remain at the lower speed limit due to fuel economy and safety concerns.

The Bank of Commerce has donated $12,000 to the Community Food Basket of Idaho Falls to help address food insecurity in eastern Idaho.

“Food insecurity affects more families in our community than many people realize,” Bank President and CEO Mike Morrison said. “The Community Food Basket provides an essential service by ensuring our neighbors have access to food during difficult times.”

Two teens were rescued Thursday night after their inflatable kayak deflated on the Snake River.

Gamers, collectors and cosplay enthusiasts will gather in Idaho Falls this weekend as Retro X4 returns for two days of pop culture, nostalgia and family-friendly fun.

The event will take place June 12 and 13 at 640 Elva St.

“Many roots, One Rainbow” is the theme for Idaho Falls Pride this year, while it begins preparing for celebrations with a number of events set for later in the month.

“Whether you define yourself by a label, many labels, or none at all — you belong.” said Pride organizers in a statement on the official Idaho Falls Pride website.

A toddler was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center over the weekend after a dramatic rollover crash left the child trapped underwater. Fortunately, a group that was four-wheeling in the area — who reportedly volunteer for local fire and EMS services – came to their rescue.

Drivers in Idaho Falls should prepare for a temporary closure on Yellowstone Highway next week as crews repair drains in the Yellowstone Underpass.

According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the southbound lanes of the U.S. Highway 26 Business Loop at the underpass will be closed June 16 and 17.

Idaho is implementing new entry requirements for animals following the detection of New World screwworm in Texas and New Mexico.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced the restrictions Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first U.S. case of New World screwworm in Zavala County, Texas, on June 3.

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Ryan D. Nelson faces two misdemeanor charges after an April altercation in a parking lot outside of Brio Home Health and Hospice.

The argument between Nelson and another man occurred on April 2, 2026. The dispute between the two men over a parking job quickly escalated, with Nelson grabbing the other man’s sunglasses, throwing them across the parking lot and trying to knock a phone from the other individual’s hand.

Five people have died in crashes across Idaho since Memorial Day as law enforcement urges drivers to stay safe during the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer.”

The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day typically sees an increase in fatal crashes as more people travel for vacations, road trips, and outdoor recreation.

Idaho health officials are investigating an outbreak of illnesses linked to the consumption of raw milk that has affected nearly 60 people across the state.

According to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, at least 45 people have tested positive for campylobacteriosis, a bacterial infection that can cause diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting.

Construction of Willow Creek Elementary, District 93’s newest elementary school, is on track to open in September 2026.

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — As the school year comes to an end and students begin summer break, negotiations between Idaho Falls School District 91 and the Idaho Falls Education Association are continuing. Contract negotiations are a routine part of school district operations, with teachers unions and district leaders working to reach agreements on issues

State investigators are looking into a series of livestock shootings across Idaho that have left multiple cattle dead and ranchers facing thousands of dollars in losses.

According to the Idaho State Brand Inspector’s Office, reports have recently come in from Gooding, Jerome, Jefferson and Payette counties.

Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Many students are celebrating their final day of school and beginning the hunt for a fun summer job: an opportunity to receive a first paycheck, learn responsibility, and gain a preview of independence while building a resume. However, the 2026 statistics show that this generational rite of passage might become

129 years ago, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was published and has changed pop culture and our education system forever. This book is typically read at a high school level, with some schools having the full, unabridged novel a part of their curriculum.

With summer break near, it’s important to remember books like Dracula for our summer reading. Although, summer reading is considered important for students and kids, it’s actually beneficial for all ages, including adults, to participate in this summer tradition.