Construction to begin on new water tower in Idaho Falls
City of Idaho Falls officials announced construction of the new elevated water tower will begin the end of…
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A look at who’s who in Lori Vallow-Daybell murder trial
Prosecutors say the mother charged in a triple murder case took part in a complex conspiracy that included unusual spiritual beliefs and efforts to…
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Money, power, sex: Attorney says Lori Vallow-Daybell used all 3
The investigation started roughly 29 months ago with two missing children. It soon grew to encompass five states, four suspected murders and claims…
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Parking lot at Crystal Springs Pond in Bingham County to be temporarily closed Tuesday
Idaho Fish and Game will be closing the parking lot at Crystal Springs Pond for 24 hours on April 11 for repaving if weather…
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Trumpeter swan illegally killed in Bear Lake County
Idaho Fish and Game is investigating the illegal killing of a trumpeter swan in Bear Lake…
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Vehicle crashes into statue Monday morning
Vehicle crashes into ‘The Protector’ eagle statue Monday…
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Idaho gas prices defy national trend
Idaho drivers haven’t experienced the recent rise in gas prices that is sweeping across the country, but that could all change…
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Agricultural best management practices grant applications due April 15
Applications will be accepted from March 15 to April 15,…
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Public meeting on flooding threat in Jefferson County set Monday
The National Weather Service and County Commissioners are holding a public meeting to discuss the possibility of flooding in Jefferson County.…
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Eastern Idaho Public Health to offer free STD testing
As part of National STD Awareness Week, Eastern Idaho Public Health is holding free STD testing for the full month of…
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New software marketplace expands licensing opportunities
Idaho National Laboratory’s software marketplace is officially open for…
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Winter travel restrictions extended through May 1
Winter closures extended to decrease wildlife mortality rates due to heavy…
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Jury set in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
jury has been seated in the trial of Lori…
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Fisherman rescued from Fort Hall Bottoms area
At 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Fort Hall Fire & EMS responded to the Bottoms area of the Fort Hall Reservation near Broncho Road to assist Fort Hall Fish &…
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Planned power outages as part of 17th and Woodruff project
As part of the continued improvements at the 17th Street and Woodruff Intersection, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement brief planned power…
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DEQ issues notice of boil water advisory for Aspen Ridge Subdivision, Island Park
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing notice of a boil water advisory for the Aspen Ridge Subdivision in Island Park,…
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Bannock County alerts residents of flood risk this weekend
There is a great flood risk this weekend for areas around Bannock County starting on Sunday and continuing into…
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I-15 to temporarily close and cause delays due to elk movement
There is no time estimate for how long it will take to move both…
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Idaho DMV removes convenience fees for online driver’s license renewals
Idaho driver’s licenses and ID cards are now available at a reduced cost online.…
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Man sentenced for illegal timber harvesting, banned from national forest lands
A 36-year-old McCall man was sentenced to one month in federal prison for illegally harvesting timber from national forest lands, U.S. Attorney Josh…
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6 month temporary boat slip trial to begin at Palisades Reservoir
Beginning Memorial Weekend, 30 boat slips will be available to rent courtesy of Pinnacle Recreation under a temporary one-year special use permit…
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Weather challenges delay Idaho Falls Zoo 2023 opening day
Opening day of the Idaho Falls Zoo will now be on Wednesday, April 26 at 9:30…
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District opens snowcat skiing area to snowmobiles
The Fairfield Ranger District will open the 1,965-acre snowcat skiing area above Soldier Mountain Ski Area to snowmobiles beginning April…
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Recipients of 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” announced
Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has chosen three awardees for the 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral…
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Fort Hall residential fire considered total loss
Two people are recovering after a house fire on North Bannock Road in Fort…
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ITD reminds drivers to put down the distractions and drive engaged
Now through April 19, more officers will be on the roads looking to educate distracted drivers and remind them that Idaho is a hands-free state.…
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Judge rules JJ Vallow’s grandmother may attend Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Judge Steven Boyce has made a decision on whether or not the Woodcocks can be present in the courtroom during the trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell.…
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Fish and Game addressing Lemhi River flooding concerns
Homeowners in the small town of Baker, Idaho are still recovering from the intense flooding in the Lemhi River nearly three months…
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Fisherman rescued from Snake River
A fisherman is safe after a rescue Thursday on the Snake…
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New signal at US 20 and SH 47 in Ashton to be activated Thursday
The Idaho Transportation Department will activate the new signal at US Highway 20 and State Highway 47 Thursday to make the intersection…
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House fails to override veto
The Idaho Legislature has officially ended for the…
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Man sentenced to 11 years for possession of child pornography
A 48-year-old Caldwell man was sentenced to 143 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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US average gas prices rise, now higher than Idaho’s average
Gas prices are surging across the country, but Idaho drivers aren’t feeling the pain – at least, for…
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State Controller’s Office creates transparency in state, local government spending for Idaho taxpayer
The Idaho State Controller’s Office (SCO) is keeping its commitment to the people of Idaho with the successful expansion and implementation of…
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Protocols approved to move forward with Lemhi River Basin Settlement Agreement operations in 2023
The Idaho Water Resource Board on Friday approved the appointment of six people to serve on the Lemhi River Basin Comprehensive Settlement Agreement…
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DEQ awards nearly $51 million to 14 drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $50,550,110 in construction grants to 14 drinking water and wastewater…
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6 Idaho educators nominated for nation’s highest STEM teaching honor
Six Idaho math and science teachers have been named as state finalists for the national Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science…
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D91 Education Foundation offers more scholarships and awards
Through partnerships with community groups and foundations, the D91 Education Foundation is offering more scholarship opportunities than ever to D91…
Continue Reading Jury selection continues in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Wednesday is day three of jury selection in the murder trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell in Ada…
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Idaho governor signs ‘abortion trafficking’ bill into law
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a bill into law Wednesday that makes it illegal for an adult to help a minor get an abortion without parental…
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Gender-affirming care for transgender youth banned in Idaho
Idaho’s governor has signed a bill criminalizing gender-affirming medical care for transgender…
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Idaho now has a state dinosaur – the Oryctodromeus
Last year, Joel Walton and his fourth grade class set out to issue a state dinosaur for Idaho. Now, all their work has paid…
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BLM seeks public input on a possible new quarry
A proposal is in for a new quarry to be implemented in a spot that is 10 miles east of Firth. The quarry will be extracting Burnstone or high calcium…
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Enroll now for TSA PreCheck at Idaho Falls Regional Airport
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport is allowing travelers to skip the line with the TSA’s expedited screening…
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Nampa man sentenced to 25 years for producing child pornography
A 48-year-old Nampa man was sentenced to 300 months in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a child, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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$1.7 million approved to develop new recharge site near Idaho Falls for the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer
The Idaho Water Resource Board (Board) voted to approve $1.7 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to develop a new…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 608 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 8 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 608 new COVID-19 cases and 8 new deaths in the last…
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Drought in East Idaho has mostly come to an end
Drought conditions across Eastern Idaho are officially…
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Idaho Public Utilities Commission re-elects president
Eric Anderson was re-elected as the president of the Idaho Public Utilities Commission on…
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Casper to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Eastern Idaho Public Health will be hosting its Annual Celebration of Children for Child Abuse Prevention Month event on…
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3 new appointments made to State Department of Education Director roles
These appointments serve to fill all remaining vacant director positions following staff changes made after the department’s January…
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Fatal crash on I-15 north of Idaho Falls
Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday at approximately 2:24 p.m. northbound I15 at milepost 124, north of…
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6 tips for filing Idaho taxes
As the April 18 deadline for filing income tax returns approaches, the Idaho State Tax Commission is offering six tips to make the process…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell jury selection continues
The murder trial in the case against Lori Vallow-Daybell is now into its second day of jury selection in Ada…
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Deceased man found on Fort Hall Reservation
Next of kin has been notified, and there is no danger to the…
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Madison Cares to host seminar on how domestic violence affects children
A local crisis center is hoping to educate people about the lasting effects of domestic violence on…
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Drivers asked to avoid Pocatello Creek, Mink Creek, Rapid Creek and Buckskin roads due to severe weather conditions
The National Weather Service is reporting one of the heaviest snowfalls in Pocatello history Tuesday afternoon and expects an additional one to three…
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White Pine Charter School to build new STEM Academy
White Pine Charter School will soon welcome more students in grades sixth to twelfth with its new STEM…
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Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road intersection project phase 1 complete
Phase one of the Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road intersection project to install a traffic signal is…
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Lawyers screen potential jurors in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Hundreds of people are expected to gather at an Idaho courthouse Monday morning as attorneys begin selecting jurors for the trial of a woman charged…
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BLM seeks public input on treatments for threatened plant in southwest Idaho
Treatments would include applying herbicide, seeding and seedling planting to create more suitable and sustainable habitat in areas currently…
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Pocatello man wins $50,000 on Big Spin
US Army and Vietnam veteran Gary Adams is a long time Idaho Lottery player, usually playing at his local store, the K&B Kwik Stop on Roosevelt in…
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Idaho gas prices drop 4 cents, potential spike on the way
Idaho drivers are still saving at the pump this week, but with a surprise announcement by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries…
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Moving on! Local American Idol contestant makes it past the performance round
After receiving the golden ticket in her audition, Paige Anne is continuing her American Idol…
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Former ITD skills tester pleads guilty to receiving bribes in exchange for passing scores on CDL skills tests
A 71-year-old Gooding resident pleaded guilty to honest services wire fraud, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit…
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Idaho State Police recognizes National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
“Sexual assault takes many different forms, but one thing remains consistent – It’s never the victim’s…
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Zoo Idaho opening day slated for April 8
Starting April 8, Zoo Idaho will open its gates Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4…
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D91 students explore local careers
D91 students participate in annual Career Fair to find a pathway to success after…
Continue Reading Rigby Mayor to issue proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Rigby Mayor Richard Datwyler will be issuing a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month at the next Rigby City Council meeting on…
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Wine for Whiskers set April 14
The cost to enter is a donation of $20 per person or $5 for designated…
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IDA Regional Airport preparing for TSA PreCheck Event
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is inviting passengers and Idaho Falls residents to participate in a week-long event to help them enroll in…
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900 Block of South Arthur Avenue to Main Street restricted to 1 lane
This portion of the project is anticipated to take four weeks to complete, but the work schedule may change due to unforeseen…
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ISU receives new scholarship endowment from Campbell family
This scholarship will be available to support any Idaho State University walk-on athlete in good academic…
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Pocatello departments switch to summer work hours April 3
The City of Pocatello Street Department and Water Pollution Control (WPC) will switch to summer working hours Monday, April…
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April is car care month – Are you road trip ready?
AAA offers advice for catching up on vehicle maintenance and…
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AAA shares safety tips for April’s Distracted Driving Awareness…
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April fish stocking schedule for the Upper Snake Region
6,000 catchable rainbow trout are scheduled to be stocked in the Upper Snake Region this…
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1 month remaining to apply for Empowering Parents Grant Program Parent Advisory Council
Parents interested in taking on a leadership role in the Empowering Parents Grant Program have one month to apply for one of seven open positions on…
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Identities released after fatal deputy-involved shooting
The East Idaho Critical Incident Task Force continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deputy involved shooting incident…
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Idaho legislature ends business
The Idaho legislature has finished its business and now is waiting on Governor Brad Little to sign or veto the remaining…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter warns against breeding dogs
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter is cautioning people against breeding dogs after four cocker spaniel puppies were dropped off at the shelter from an…
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CEI Board interviews candidates to fill Zone 4 Trustee vacancy
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting Thursday to interview candidates to fill the vacancy left by Trustee Craig…
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Construction update on Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street intersection
The improvements to the Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street intersection were delayed due to inclement weather conditions but are now set to begin the…
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‘Internal affairs investigation’ related to officer on Kohberger case
Court documents reveal an internal investigation against an officer in the Bryan Kohberger…
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Harsh weather impacts on wintering wildlife
The long harsh winter continues to sweep through East Idaho and has been especially difficult for big game…
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Higher market costs in 2022 prompt price increase request for Rocky Mountain Power customers
A typical residential customer using 783 kilowatt-hours per month would see a 1.6% increase of about $1.57 per month on their electricity…
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Cheddar cheese, ice cream, and other groceries that dropped in price in the West last month
Stacker used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to find the grocery items that saw the largest price decreases from May to June in the…
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Idaho grants tax deadline relief to victims of weather-related disasters
The Idaho State Tax Commission is offering some tax relief for victims of severe weather in several states by delaying the deadline to file and pay…
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The most and least lucrative college majors in Idaho
EDsmart compiled median income data by college major in Alabama using data from the Department of…
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Idaho girls high school basketball rankings
Stacker compiled girls high school basketball rankings in…
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F&G captures mountain lion in Ammon neighborhood
The adult female mountain lion will be transported to a remote location away from human populations and…
Continue Reading Bill to criminalize help for Idaho minors’ abortions passes
A bill that seeks to criminalize helping minors get an abortion without parental consent has won final passage in Idaho’s legislature and is bound…
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Property tax relief on the way for Idaho homeowners
Property tax relief is on the way for Idaho homeowners after the legislature overrode a veto from Governor Brad…
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Idaho Senate votes to override Little’s veto
The Idaho Senate voted Wednesday to override Governor Brad Little’s veto of House Bill…
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Festival of Trees brightens the year for DWI
The success of the 56th Edition of the Festival of Trees brightened, what was otherwise a cold spring day at DWI.…
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EIRMC achieves 2 milestones in cardiac care
During the month of March, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) achieved two significant…
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Local health district responds to over the counter Narcan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved over the counter sales of the leading opioid antidote,…
Continue Reading INL hosts Future Net-Zero Innovators student symposium
A student-led symposium was held at INL’s campus in Idaho Falls to discuss topics covering energy saving…
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Residents invited to participate in April 12 public hearing on Proposed Future Land Use Map
The meeting will be in Council Chambers, 911 North…
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Cheddar cheese, ham, and other groceries that rose in price in the West last month
Stacker used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to find the grocery items that saw the largest price increases from June to July in the…
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