Benjamin Naylor sentenced to life without parole for southern Idaho killings
The man charged with killing four people across two southern Idaho counties is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Monday, Benjamin…
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Retired Idahoan warns of modern-day “dust bowl” in eastern Idaho
After an unseasonably dry winter, a City of Parker resident is claiming the region is currently in the grip of a modern-day Dust Bowl. He estimates…
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Bill recognizing professional experience in school salary funding advances
A bill that would recognize professional experience outside the classroom on the career ladder is heading to the full House.
Currently,…
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Idaho woman celebrates 109th birthday, crediting healthy living for her long life
Juanita Sibert has lived to see more than a century of American history — and on Saturday, she celebrated 109 years of it with cake, ice cream, and…
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Idaho Falls pastor returns home after harrowing escape from Israel-Iran conflict zone
What began as a spiritual journey to the Holy Land quickly transformed into a desperate mission for survival. Alicia Ramos, an Idaho Falls pastor, is…
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Arizona woman dies after falling through ice on Alexander Reservoir
A 27‑year‑old Arizona woman died Sunday after she and her brother fell through thin ice while attempting to fish on Alexander Reservoir,…
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Salmon’s Baker Country Market to rebuild following devastating fire
The owners of the Baker Country Market have officially announced they will rebuild the store. The decision comes just two weeks after a catastrophic…
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House begrudgingly but overwhelmingly passes spending cuts
After an hour of debate — a wide-ranging airing of fiscal issues — the House Friday easily passed an immediate spending cut.
The 2026 Idaho…
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City of Victor files lawsuit against Driggs for breach of wastewater agreement
The City of Victor filed a lawsuit against the City of Driggs on Thursday, alleging years of contract breaches, environmental pollution, and…
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$8K in Damage – Sheriff’s Deputies investigating vandalism at Blacktail Park
Suspected acts of vandalism have forced the closure of Blacktail Park, potentially delaying its seasonal opening, leaving Bonneville County with an…
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59-year-old Canyon County man charged with possession of child pornography
“Every arrest my ICAC Unit makes removes another threat from Idaho streets and brings us closer to ensuring children can grow up safe from…
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Daylight Saving Time is here, and Doctors say even losing one hour can harm health
Springing forward this weekend might feel routine, but medical experts say even losing one hour of sleep can still take a serious toll on people’s…
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Idaho lawmaker aims to shield customers from rising power rates tied to data centers
Data centers — like the massive one under construction by Meta in Kuna — are popping up across the country, supporting services like artificial…
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Idaho Iranians call for restoration of Shah, freedom, and ‘natural friendship between Persians and Americans’
As tensions continue between Iran and the United States, members of Idaho’s Iranian community are sharing their personal histories, revealing a…
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Camera store hit by thieves, Police seek public help
Idaho Falls Police are investigating a burglary at the Perfect Light Camera store on 17th Street.…
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ITD reports multiple snowplow strikes in southeast Idaho despite mild winter
“Snowplows are out there to keep roads safe and passable, but they need space to do their job,” states the post. “Please slow down, stay alert, and…
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Twin Falls man killed in head-on collision north of Hollister
A 53-year-old Twin Falls man is dead after an early morning crash on US-93 north of Hollister.
According to the Idaho State Police, the crash took…
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Off-duty firefighters awarded state’s highest honor for heroic canal rescue
Two local firefighters are being recognized with the state’s highest commendation for their selfless actions during a harrowing water rescue late…
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AG Labrador announces landmark agreement to secure north Idaho’s water future
“This settlement is a massive win for all north Idaho families, businesses, and communities who depend on reliable water,” said Attorney General…
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Driggs leadership seeks suspects after Illegal waste dump nearly overwhelms pumping station
Driggs city leadership is asking for the public’s help after a huge illegal dumping incident threatened the city’s sewer system.
“Illegal…
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Help feed hungry elementary students in United Way’s “Power of $10” one-day food campaign
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A small donation could make a big difference for hundreds of students in Eastern Idaho. United Way of Eastern Idaho is…
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Man accused of killing Michael Vaughan seen on video at time of disappearance
Stacey Wondra, the man accused of kidnapping and killing 5-year-old Michael “Monkey” Vaughan, is back in court on Wednesday as part of a preliminary…
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Idaho House committee deadlocks on bill punishing student protests
The House Education Committee deadlocked Wednesday on a bill punishing student walkouts, effectively killing it for this legislative…
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Senate Committee backs 9-year-old’s push to make hunting the official state sport
Betty Grandy may only be nine years old, but she worked the room like a seasoned lobbyist Wednesday morning and secured a unanimous “yes” from state…
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Boise woman to remain in custody following stolen ambulance crash
A Boise woman accused of crashing a stolen ambulance into a medical office building and attempting to set it on fire must remain behind bars pending…
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Fatal accident in Preston: 67-year-old scooter rider hit in marked crosswalk
A 67-year-old Preston man has died from injuries after being hit by a pickup truck while crossing the road over the weekend.
The accident happened…
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Senator says controversial bill poses ‘zero risk of repercussions’ to Harriman State Park
“If there were even a remote chance that we thought this could jeopardize a park – let alone Harriman – we wouldn’t do this,” said Idaho…
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Beyond the Books: Election Season Begins
Class sizes, programs, and resources are all tied to the purse, and those elected to legislative power will hold those…
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Mountain Home mom recovering after foster dog attack, grateful for community support
A Mountain Home mother is recovering from serious injuries after the family’s foster dog attacked her while she was holding her infant…
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Pomerelle’s new owners: Longtime manager Zack Alexander purchases Mountain Resort
Ownership of the Pomerelle Mountain Resort is changing hands, but the “mom and pop” spirit of the Southern Idaho skiing staple isn’t going…
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New library bill replaces HB 796 with narrower definitions
The House State Affairs Committee introduced a replacement bill that would update the state’s “harmful materials” library law.
The previous…
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Bill restricting public funds for teachers’ unions clears House
For the second consecutive year, House Republicans passed a bill that would prohibit school districts from deducting union dues from payroll systems…
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Psychic TikTok influencer ordered to pay $10M in damages for false Moscow murders claims
On Friday, Feb. 27, a federal jury decided that a TikTok influencer is liable for $10 million in damages after the defendant wrongfully accused a…
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Lawsuit filed against Boise School District over restroom policy violation
“Idaho students should feel safe in Idaho schools, and nowhere more than in the most private spaces like restrooms and locker rooms,” said Caleb…
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AG’s office and West Ada ask judge to dismiss ‘Everyone is Welcome Here’ lawsuit
The West Ada School District, along with Superintendent Derek Bub and principal Monty Hyde, asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought…
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Harriman State Park in jeopardy? Legislation threatens founding charter at Idaho’s oldest state park
“The gift is currently under threat by a bill pending in the Idaho Legislature,” said Averell Harriman Fisk in a statement. “For years, Harriman…
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‘A Bittersweet Moment’: Idaho’s Iranian community reacts to death of Supreme Leader
The Middle East stands at a historic crossroads following a series of massive U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Saturday. The strikes, which claimed the…
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What Iran’s conflict could mean for Idaho’s gas prices
Gas prices in Idaho are on the rise, and while increases are typical this time of year, experts say tensions involving Iran are adding extra pressure…
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Caldwell woman sentenced to 15 years for Meth Trafficking
A 60-year-old Caldwell woman will spend the next 15 years in prison for trafficking Meth in southern Idaho.
Kimberly Lee Freeman received the…
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Idaho Falls Police now hiring entry-level officers
The hiring cycle for the Idaho Falls Police Department has officially started. IFPD is encouraging individuals who have never served as police…
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New bill requires unexcused absence for student protests
Public schools would not be allowed to grant excused absences for students attending political protests, under a new bill introduced Friday.
Rep.…
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Idaho has $1.3 billion in rainy-day funds. Should that money help public schools?
Faced with a revenue shortfall heading into the legislative session, state leaders had three options to balance the budget: Reduce spending, tap…
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Twin Falls immigrants and refugees share their stories at ‘Becoming Idaho’ event
Two Magic Valley residents — a refugee-turned-advocate and a child of immigrants — are sharing their personal stories as part of a community…
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Who’s running?: List of candidates in May primaries released
It looks like Governor Brad Little will have a little competition for the May primary. Seven people will be running against him in the upcoming…
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Semi rolls off Highway 22 near Dubois
Idaho State Police says it is investigating a single‑vehicle rollover that happened Thursday afternoon on State Highway 22, west of…
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Internet Crimes Against Children Unit Arrests Clark County Man for Possession of Child Exploitation Material
A 31-year-old Clark County man is in custody after investigators with the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit (ICAC) found him in possession…
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High School simulators bridge labor gap for Idaho Construction industry
Local construction powerhouse Gayle Lim Construction is tackling a regional labor shortage by bringing the job site directly into the…
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Lightning-speed computations: Supercomputer powers ISU, U of Idaho and BSU world-class research opportunities
The collaboration with INL places Idaho’s three public universities in an elite cadre of colleges that offer supercomputer access to their…
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Wind-driven embers started Baker Country Market fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the…
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Athlete’s Inspiring Encounter with Young Fan
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — For Paralympic gold medalist Hunter Woodhall and Olympic champion Tara Davis-Woodhall, the Simplot Games changed their…
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Idaho Democratic Chair slams Trump’s State of the Union, targets Little’s reelection bid
Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea issued a response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday, accusing the…
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Republican Leaders from Idaho and Wyoming praise Trump’s State Of The Union
Republican leaders in Wyoming and Idaho praised President Trump’s 2026 State Of The Union address praising the administrations first-year achievments…
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Rexburg native loses contact with family caught in “El Mencho” fallout in Mexico
Violence has erupted across several areas in Mexico, and there are still a lot of unknowns about what’s going on. A local Rexburg woman tells…
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Public schools will be forced to cut budgets — even if state funding remains flat
Some public school leaders are preparing to cut their budgets if lawmakers keep state funding flat next school year — even though K-12 is exempt…
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Schools continue to work out kinks in new statewide reading test
Newly released grade-level reading test scores show some hiccups in the rollout of Idaho’s new reading test given to students in grades…
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College of Eastern Idaho highlights Career and Technical Education Month
February marks Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, a nationwide celebration highlighting the power of hands-on learning to prepare students…
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Beyond the Books: Upcoming Elections
Idaho Districts lean heavily Republican, so in some races a win in the May Primary could send the victor straight to the…
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Beaver fever killing trees along the Snake River
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — City officials are addressing concerns regarding beaver activity along the Riverwalk, as the animals continue to gnaw…
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Idaho lawmakers face backlash following “brownface” display at Idaho House Committee hearing
The following article contains descriptions of an incident involving “brownface” and the use of racial stereotypes during a public legislative…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Icy road cause multiple crashes on US 26 along Palisades Reservoir
Icy roads and falling snow have caused multiple slide-offs and crashes along US 26 along Palisade Reservoir on Tuesday. The worst area is near Big…
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Idaho Falls Fire Department responds to fire at Staybridge Suites hotel
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Staybridge Hotel around 8…
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Local LEGO Robotics Team Heads to Nationals
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A local robotics team, Team PACK-Man, has gathered steam after winning both regional and state-level competitions.…
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Rigby Middle School claims $1500 in Idaho Environmental Coalition’s first-ever ‘Ecobots’ Challenge
Eighth graders from Rigby Middle School proved they are the masters of the machine this week, taking home the top prize and $1,500 for their…
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Find out who’s running for legislative seats, statewide offices
It’s filing week in Idaho.
Candidates are officially declaring for 105 seats in the Idaho Legislature and seven statewide…
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Two people injured in head-on crash on SH-39
Two people were injured Monday evening in a head‑on collision on State Highway 39 near Vollmer Loop in Power County, according to the Idaho State…
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Legislators wade into hot topics at Town Hall
“Systematic change in a big state government with a $5 billion budget is not an easy thing to do.”
Budgets cuts, education and housing prices were…
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“What small-town America is all about;” Neighbors help clean up after landmark fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the weekend.…
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Avalanche experts warn backcountry users of safety
Local avalanche experts are urging backcountry users to slow down, get informed, and make safety their top priority before heading into the…
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Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Island Park, 3 others survive
A Minnesota man was killed after being buried in an avalanche in the Keg Springs area west of Island Park on…
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Home Improvement Expo draws hundreds to Pocatello’s Mountain View Event Center
Day two of the expo brought hundreds of patrons through the doors of the Mountain View Event Center, where local vendors showcased products and…
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Adult injured in Bear Lake County shooting involving child; Sheriff issues safety warning
The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a stark reminder regarding gun safety this week following a shooting incident involving a child…
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Immigrants in Idaho: Major study analyzes the economic costs to Idaho of mass deportation
A new study finds that implementing mass deportation could cost Idaho 55,000 jobs, $5.1 billion in gross state product, and $397 million in tax…
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Idaho Tax Commission issues guidance on new ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ deductions
Following Idaho’s adoption of federal tax changes under the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” the Idaho State Tax Commission has released updates for the…
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City of Idaho Falls to host public open house for Woodruff Avenue improvements
The City of Idaho Falls is planning improvements along Woodruff Avenue from Meppen Canal to U.S. 26 (Yellowstone Avenue) to enhance safety and…
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Boise Woman Among Victims of Devastating California Avalanche
A Boise woman was among those killed in an avalanche near Lake Tahoe, California, earlier this week.
Liz Clabaugh, 52, of Boise, and her sister…
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INL unveils $15M molten salt testing capability for advanced reactors
“This is a capability that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the world,” said National Reactor Innovation Center Program Manager Josh Gillespie.…
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Dry winter leaves Idaho landscapers shoveling for profits
Many Idaho landscapers depend on snow to keep business going, and this winter has made that…
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Nevada man sentenced to 17 years for eastern Idaho drug trafficking
A 45-year-old Nevada man will spend more than 17 years in federal prison for his role in a large-scale drug trafficking operation that funneled…
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Skyline and Idaho Falls students join statewide walkout over ICE actions
Students from Skyline and Idaho Falls High Schools walked out of class Thursday afternoon, joining a statewide wave of youth-led protests against…
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Meridian Police: Suspect Attempted to Burn Ambulance Inside DHS Office After Crash
Meridian Police is searching for a suspect who crashed a stolen ambulance from a local hospital late Wednesday night before crashing it into a…
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State budget writers invoke recession concerns amid cuts, sparking disagreements
A Republican lawmaker is criticizing Idaho’s top budget writers after they claimed on television that 26 states are in a recession — a figure…
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State Trooper Warns Against the Dangers of Distracted Driving
For a state trooper, the difference between a routine traffic stop and a life-altering tragedy is often a matter of “inches and…
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Inside Peek Into the New Water Tower
Image courtesy of the City of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls skyline looks a lot different now that the old water tower…
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F-16s may soon replace A-10s at Gowen Field — environmental impact analysis underway
The A-10 Thunderbolt II, affectionately known as the ‘Warthog’, has been flying out of Gowen Field for three decades.
“It’s the longest serving…
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Police respond to a surge of crashes as winter weather grips the area
As severe winter weather grips Southeast Idaho, Idaho State Police troopers have been busy responding to several slide-offs and crashes along I-15…
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Teen dating violence cases surge in Canyon County as advocates sound alarm
Teen dating violence is not just a statistic; it is happening in Canyon County, and local advocates say the numbers are rising.
At Advocates Against…
Continue Reading Beyond the Books: Cuts to higher education
Universities like Idaho State University are facing additional reductions on top of previous cuts, while K-12 schools have largely been spared.…
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Anthrax cases in Idaho livestock raises concerns, risk to public remains low
A recent anthrax outbreak in southern Idaho livestock has triggered concern among residents, but a local veterinarian says the risk to the general…
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Life-flight called to scene of major crash near Teton County
A crash involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck sent one person to the hospital via emergency airlift on Tuesday afternoon. Deputies with the…
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Jackknifed semi-truck blocking lanes on US-26 near Swan Valley
Idaho State Police troopers are on the scene of an accident impacting traffic along US-26 near Swan Valley. According to ISP, a jackknifed semi-truck…
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Gov. Little Expresses Concern Over Deepening Legislative Cuts
Gov. Brad Little said he’s concerned about the proposed budget cuts coursing through the Statehouse — but also said he has limited options at…
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Idaho records exposed officer misconduct. Then the state decided to conceal them.
Idaho’s prison system and the state agency that certifies law enforcement will now conceal information about officers’ employment histories,…
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IDFG seeking the public’s help after three mule deer left to waste in Southwest Idaho
Conservation Officers with Idaho Fish and Game are investigating three separate incidents of mule deer being shot and left to waste in southwest…
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Idaho Falls Rescue Mission Hits Record Capacity Despite Warm Winter
Record-breaking demand is pushing the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission to its limits this winter, with officials reporting that all three of its shelters…
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A star-spangled celebration: Dignitaries read Declaration of Independence at local courthouse
“In the Declaration of Independence, along with the powers that are given to the people, the government rests with us,” said Jon Walker, a…
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Local districts clarify protest response following statewide student walkouts
Following recent student protests over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations in Twin Falls and Boise, local school…
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Prosecutor clears Bonneville County officers in December shootings
Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal has cleared 3 officers of any wrongdoing during two separate officer-involved shootings.…
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Budget battles boiling in Boise as lawmakers tighten the belt
Idaho Democratic leaders warned that Idaho has a revenue problem, not a spending problem.
GOP Rep. Rod Furniss agreed that revenue reductions lead…
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‘A difficult moment’: ISU announces sweeping changes amid budget constraints
Idaho State University is reshaping itself with sweeping changes in the face of current and looming state budget cuts.
That includes merging…
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Anthrax confirmed in Cassia County beef herd
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) confirmed Thursday afternoon that a beef herd in Cassia County has tested positive for anthrax.…
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