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INL director named American Association for the Advancement of Science fellow

February 6, 2023 4:50 PM News Team

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Director John Wagner has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).…

WMAs closed in Southeast and Upper Snake Regions to protect wintering wildlife

February 6, 2023 4:38 PM News Team

Beginning Feb. 3, several Idaho Fish and Game Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) in southeast and east Idaho were closed to all public…

Idaho Fish and Game initiates winterfeeding action in Bear Lake County

February 6, 2023 4:21 PM News Team

Winter conditions in the southeast corner of the region, specifically areas of Bear Lake, Caribou and Franklin Counties, have been particularly…

Former Caldwell Police Department Lieutenant sentenced to federal prison

February 6, 2023 12:39 PM News Team

A former Caldwell Police Department Lieutenant was sentenced to three months in federal prison for falsifying a record or document in a federal…

Mountain America Center sees success going on 3 months of business

February 6, 2023 11:16 AM Kailey Galaviz

It’s been a little more than two months since the Mountain American Center opened to the public for the first…

Idaho students to present at World Literacy Summit in Oxford, United Kingdom

February 6, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

“This is an incredible opportunity for these…

Air Quality Advisory lifted for Franklin County

February 5, 2023 3:27 PM Travis Richards

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has lifted the Air Quality Advisory for Franklin…

Snow showers and gusty winds continue overnight into the early morning

February 5, 2023 4:10 PM Evan Thomason

We currently have lots of snow showers in the region this afternoon that are expected to continue all the way into Monday morning dropping another…

Man killed in single vehicle accident

February 5, 2023 7:06 PM Travis Richards

Idaho State Police are investigating single vehicle crash on Sunday, February 05, 2023, at 1:21 p.m., on Thousand Springs Grade Road, South of…

Fire and Ice fest capped with a fire show and fireworks

February 5, 2023 11:39 AM Braydon Wilson

A day full of celebration and finding your inner fire within the icy winter came to an end Saturday evening after a long day of activities people…

Rocky Mountain Power announces new grants focused on community enhancement and environment

February 5, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

Six grants totaling $27,600 were given to Idaho…

DEQ awards nearly $52 million to six drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho

February 5, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $51,335,442 in construction grants to six drinking water and wastewater…

Local student mathletes to compete in southeast Idaho math contest

February 5, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

A total of 160 mathletes from 16 local schools will…

Gov. Little declares February STEM Matters Month

February 4, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

“From logging to computer science, mining to healthcare, or teaching to business, the skills that STEM education fosters will propel Idaho students…

Public can comment on big game season proposals beginning Feb. 8

February 4, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

Open houses will be held in each region for hunters to weigh in on the season-setting…

DEQ awards nearly $192,000 to six drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho

February 4, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial…

2023 Specialty Crop Grant application period open

February 4, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced the application period for 2023 Specialty Crop Block Grants is now open.…

Risch welcomes spring interns to Washington, D.C. office

February 4, 2023 8:00 AM News Team

U.S. Senator Jim Risch welcomed four interns to serve in his Washington, D.C. Senate office for Spring 2023.…

US may lift protections for Yellowstone, Glacier grizzlies

February 3, 2023 10:03 AM Associated Press

U.S. wildlife officials have taken the first step to lift federal protections for grizzly bears in the northern Rocky Mountains, which would open the…

Cold weather drives elk to area farmlands

February 3, 2023 6:12 PM Seth Ratliff

Any given winter brings a host of challenges for farming communities like Niter in Caribou…

Idaho Falls security camera catches burglar

February 3, 2023 4:33 PM News Team

A home security camera helped catch a burglary early Friday morning in Idaho…

2 Idaho Falls individuals sentenced to 20 years trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl

February 3, 2023 4:02 PM News Team

Ernestine Delafuente and Simon Martinez of Idaho Falls were sentenced to federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine,…

Voters to consider renewal of PCSD 25’s Supplemental Levy in March

February 3, 2023 12:21 PM News Team

On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, local voters will be asked to consider the renewal of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Supplemental…

United Way of Southeastern Idaho to host 3rd annual Virtual 5K Your Way

February 3, 2023 9:47 AM News Team

The United Way of Southeastern Idaho is hosting its 3rd annual virtual 5K Your Way from Feb. 17-25.…

Degraded Air Quality and Burn Ban for Franklin County

February 3, 2023 9:45 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory to notify residents of Franklin County of degraded air…

No one injured in structure fire

February 2, 2023 6:18 PM News Team

Just after 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Teton County Fire & Rescue was notified of possible residential structure fire on Thistle Creek Drive north of Victor.…

Drought levels look to be improving but not enough to get out of drought

February 2, 2023 11:38 AM Evan Thomason

All of Eastern Idaho is seeing precipitation above normal which is helping us to recover from our previous years of…

Idaho lawmakers begin bill to expand Idaho

February 2, 2023 12:57 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho State Legislature began work on the Greater Idaho Bill in committee on…

Gov. Little notifies Biden Administration of Idaho’s intent to sue on grizzly delisting

February 2, 2023 3:09 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little notified the Biden Administration Thursday of his intention to sue the federal government for its failure to uphold the law and…

Multi-employer career fair scheduled for Meridian Library on Feb. 9

February 2, 2023 3:51 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Labor is hosting a multi-employer career fair Thursday, Feb. 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Meridian Library Cherry Lane…

BLM to host public open house meetings on proposed south-central Idaho wind project

February 2, 2023 12:30 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management Shoshone Field Office is hosting both in-person and virtual open house meetings on the draft environmental impact…

Idaho joins $22.5 million multistate securities settlement against Nexo Capital

February 2, 2023 12:55 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) announced Thursday it has issued a consent order against, Nexo Capital Inc. (Nexo).…

City of Rocks National Reserve achieves Dark Sky Park certification

February 2, 2023 12:28 PM News Team

City of Rocks National Reserve has received full certification as an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA).…

Potato retail sales on the rise

February 2, 2023 10:35 AM News Team

Potato retail sales increased in dollar sales by 17.2% but decreased in volume sales by -1.3% from October to December 2022 compared to the same…

Nominations wanted for 2024 Idaho Teacher of the Year

February 2, 2023 9:54 AM News Team

The State Department of Education is now accepting applications for Idaho’s most prestigious award in teaching, Teacher of the…

Trapper and hunter education classes coming up in southeast and east Idaho

February 2, 2023 9:53 AM News Team

Looking for a trapper, wolf trapper or hunter education course in southeast or east Idaho?…

Many Idahoans eligible for free e-file

February 1, 2023 9:58 AM News Team

Many Idahoans are aware they can e-file their tax returns, but few know it might be free.…

Idaho bill would move state audit agency under GOP control

February 1, 2023 6:12 PM Associated Press

Lawmakers in Idaho have introduced a bill that would eliminate the state’s only bipartisan legislative committee and place an independent auditing…

Valentines wanted for seniors

February 1, 2023 10:51 AM Kailey Galaviz

JustServe Idaho Falls is looking for those who want to share the love this Valentine’s Day…

Homeowners clear damage after Lemhi River floods

February 1, 2023 6:08 PM Seth Ratliff

In the aftermath of Monday night’s flood near Lemhi county, residents are working to clear the…

Trio of child predators held accountable in east Idaho

February 1, 2023 4:34 PM News Team

In the past week, two east Idaho men were sentenced and one man was convicted at trial, in cases involving the sexual exploitation of children, U.S.…

City of Pocatello migrates to new domain

February 1, 2023 4:00 PM News Team

Starting February 2023, the City of Pocatello has changed its domain, including email addresses, from its Pocatello.US domain to its…

Idaho gas prices fly past national average

February 1, 2023 3:31 PM News Team

According to AAA, Idaho’s average price for regular gasoline is back above the national average after spending about 10 days below…

COVID-19 UPDATES: 704 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths

February 1, 2023 4:57 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 704 new COVID-19 cases and 16 new deaths in the last week.…

Canceling school is not an easy task when it comes to Idaho weather

February 1, 2023 11:00 AM Braydon Wilson

Recent cold temperatures, and school cancellations have sparked a lot of conversation with students and families about what it took for schools to…

East Idaho Crime Stoppers expands

February 1, 2023 5:02 PM News Team

East Idaho Crime Stoppers is expanding even more this…

Continuous Medicaid enrollment ends April 1. First batch of notices issued Wednesday

February 1, 2023 11:51 AM News Team

During the federal COVID-19 public health emergency, states were not allowed to remove anyone from Medicaid unless they moved out of the state, asked…

Simpson delivers for City of Grace Project in FY23 Omnibus

February 2, 2023 10:36 AM News Team

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of a wastewater collection and treatment systems improvement project for the City of Grace…

Camouflaged critters class for kids offered in Pocatello

February 1, 2023 9:57 AM News Team

This camouflaged critters class will feature hands-on activities, games and even an edible camouflage-inspired art…

Idaho’s wolf population has dropped by about 13%

January 31, 2023 12:41 PM News Team

Surveys between 2021 and 2022 show 206 fewer wolves…

Is the Idaho housing market finally cooling down?

January 31, 2023 11:37 AM Kailey Galaviz

Around this time last year, the housing market in Eastern Idaho was hot in a seller’s market, but that has since changed a little…

Ice jams cause Lemhi River to flood

January 31, 2023 5:25 PM Linda Larsen

Ice jams are backing up water from the Lemhi River near some homes in the Baker…

Mountain lion killed after killing family dog

January 31, 2023 4:25 PM Braydon Wilson

During the morning hours Monday, Idaho State Police, Teton County Sheriff and Idaho Fish and Game were dispatched to a Viktor home after a mountain…

Bull moose euthanized after becoming public safety hazard near I-84

January 31, 2023 12:51 PM News Team

Moose on or along busy highways can be a threat to public…

Police apprehend aggravated assault suspect

January 27, 2023 7:06 PM Travis Richards

Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies took Matthew L. Roberson into custody on his outstanding warrants Tuesday…

ICF grants, scholarships available in east and southeast Idaho

January 31, 2023 10:45 AM News Team

The Idaho Community Foundation has grants of up to $25,000 available for nonprofits, schools and other qualified organizations that serve east and…

Idaho National Laboratory adds new electric motor coach

January 31, 2023 9:42 AM News Team

Idaho National Laboratory adds an electric bus to its fleet of 85 coaches that transport workers to and from the…

School closures for Tuesday, Jan. 31

January 30, 2023 5:10 PM News Team

Below is a list of school closures for Tuesday, Jan. 31,…

Union Pacific cleans up another train derailment

January 30, 2023 5:30 PM News Team

Union Pacific is cleaning up another train derailment in the Pocatello rail yard from Sunday…

Pocatello man sentenced to 80 years in federal prison for producing, possessing child pornography

January 30, 2023 4:10 PM News Team

A 41-year-old Pocatello man was sentenced to 960 months in federal prison for production and possession of child pornography, U.S. Attorney Josh…

Idaho Falls lifts snow removal parking restrictions

January 30, 2023 2:55 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Street Division has completed snow removal operations associated with the recent weather events.…

Power lines down, avoid N Yellowstone Highway

January 30, 2023 2:06 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho Transportation Department responded to N. Yellowstone Highway just…

Frozen waterlines and pipe bursts

January 30, 2023 2:04 PM Kailey Galaviz

The City of Ammon posted to Facebook alerting residents about a main line break. Because of this, the city has shut off water to residents on Geneva…

Idaho gas prices up a nickel, but cold weather may freeze demand

January 30, 2023 2:55 PM News Team

Idaho gas prices are on the rise, but drivers here continue to pay less than many of their counterparts…

Lee Brice concert set June 23

January 30, 2023 3:30 PM News Team

The Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel announced Lee Brice will perform live on stage at our outdoor concert venue on Friday, June 23,…

Free webinar offers tips for filing 2022 income taxes

January 29, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

Filing income taxes doesn’t have to be…

Cold weather may not stop classes from taking place at the university level

January 30, 2023 10:42 AM Braydon Wilson

With temperatures below zero Monday Morning many of the region’s school districts have cancelled school, BYU-Idaho sent a message to their students…

Holt Arena seat sale rescheduled

January 19, 2023 11:12 AM News Team

The Holt Arena seat sale scheduled for Jan. 30 has been rescheduled due to cold…

How to protect your car in negative temperatures

January 30, 2023 11:17 AM Kailey Galaviz

With more subzero temperatures expected, it’s important to know how to protect your car to avoid being stranded in the…

Extreme cold may result in additional road closures

January 30, 2023 10:12 AM News Team

As extreme cold continues in East Idaho, the Idaho Transportation Department is asking motorists to plan ahead and check the 511.idaho.gov website…

Idaho students sought for 2023 Ninth Circuit Civics Contest

January 30, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

Idaho students are invited to explore the future of the U.S. Constitution as part of the 2023 Ninth Circuit Civics…

Several displaced following house fire on Falls Drive

January 29, 2023 8:17 PM Travis Richards

No one was injured following a house fire last night in Idaho Falls; however, officials say several were displaced from their home.…

Very cold arctic temperatures roll in tonight

January 29, 2023 4:34 PM Evan Thomason

We currently see temperatures across the region only getting into the single digits for Sunday with wind chills already well below…

SCNF offers free personal use firewood gathering

January 29, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

A free, hard copy permit and load tags will be…

USDA announces grants for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production

January 29, 2023 8:00 AM News Team

USDA will accept applications on until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 27,…

More than 400,000 Idahoans volunteered in 2020-21

January 28, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

More than 408,000 Idahoans spent 705,000 hours as volunteers from September 2020 to September 2021, despite the ongoing COVID-19…

Icy roads? Watch out for power poles and lines

January 28, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

Each year, icy roads and distracted driving cause hundreds of collisions between vehicles and power…

Idaho Falls Regional Airport sees another record-setting year in passengers

January 28, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) has seen yet another record-breaking year of passengers making their way through the…

New Butte County Magistrate Judge announced

January 28, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

The Seventh Judicial District Magistrate Commission has selected Neal S. Randall as the new Butte County Magistrate Judge.…

Spring 2023 U of I undergraduate enrollment rises 3.5%

January 28, 2023 8:00 AM News Team

Spring enrollment at University of Idaho is up.…

Blackfoot man sentenced to life in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine and heroin

January 27, 2023 3:29 PM News Team

A 46-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced to life in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession with the intent to…

Travelers encouraged to check flight schedules as weather impacts air travel

January 27, 2023 12:27 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) encourages travelers to keep in contact with their airlines as the weather has impacted flight…

Idaho Falls parking restrictions are in place

January 27, 2023 10:05 AM News Team

Parking restriction are now in place for all roads located within Idaho Falls city…

Parents of young driver speak out against dangerous train crossing

January 27, 2023 8:15 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The parents of a young driver involved in last week’s train accident are petitioning the city to make the railroad…

BLM increases fees at Cove Recreation Site for maintenance and improvements

January 27, 2023 4:10 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has approved a revised business plan for its Cove Recreation Site, located approximately 35 miles south of Boise,…