When a fundraiser goal fell just shy, three inmates refused to let their elderly friends down. Instead, they rallied their entire work camp community…
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Bonneville County Fire District #1 has earned a high achievement, securing an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Class 2 rating.
This elite rating…
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An Idaho Falls native and his teenage son died last month after being attacked by a swarm of Asian giant hornets—often dubbed ‘murder…
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Idaho’s growing season is over, and the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation says local farmers are facing tough times to make ends…
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The man responsible for killing 47-year-old Patrick Shelton of Custer County has entered an Alfred…
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The middle of the summer is the heaviest time for construction projects. Now that the weather temperature is dropping ITD is wrapping up some of…
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There’s still time for Idaho students to help name one of the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD’s) snowplows.
“It is the time of year to start…
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They run toward danger when most people are running away. Today, the southeast Idaho community pauses to celebrate National First Responders Day, set…
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“Richard reminded us that politics at its best is about people, not power. It is about understanding our neighbors’ struggles and standing up for…
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The 16-year-old suspect in a Thursday night manhunt appeared in Bingham County Court this morning, charged with first-degree murder for the fatal…
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A popular Idaho tourist attraction is shutting down for a time to renovate and upgrade the facility.
The hot pools at Lava Hot Springs…
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Goat Grazers are using their herds as an innovative way to help control weeds in Idaho. The Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust manages property for wildlife…
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A city block in Pocatello was evacuated last night, after a local woman driving under the influence crashed her pickup truck into a local bar and…
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The Rexburg Police Department is trying to educate and answer voter questions ahead of the vote on the new police station bond, which would cover the…
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A street soup is being recognized for its award-winning flavors. Last month, they won best in gold for catering, best sandwiches & soups, and…
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The fun starts on October 16th and continues through the 17th and 18th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30…
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The Idaho Museum of Natural History is bringing people back in time for a chance to check out some…
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Don’t get caught with a low tire because of the cold. Here’s what you’ll be able to do. to avoid it.…
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Five people are recovering tonight after a crash early Tuesday morning in front of Lowe’s on 17th Street in Idaho Falls.
According to the Idaho…
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Israel and Sariah Garcia’s love story began like any other, until tragedy struck just two weeks after their engagement. While moving steel beams at…
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The Idaho Falls Community Food Basket is grappling with a seasonal spike in food insecurity, compounded by the ongoing government shutdown, while…
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A new lithium-ion battery manufacturer in Rexburg invited local firefighters and first responders to visit their facility and receive education on…
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It’s that time of year again. Flu season is ramping up, and with the virus spreading rapidly—often before symptoms even show—local daycares are…
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It’s officially spud harvest season, and drivers are being reminded to be cautious on the…
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It’s child passenger safety week, a time to make sure our young ones are getting to point A to point B…
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A Las Vegas company has moved its business to eastern Idaho. Grand Teton Energy Systems has begun manufacturing lithium-ion batteries in…
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Educators are welcoming a new charter school coming to Idaho Falls with a groundbreaking ceremony this…
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The Idaho Falls LDS Temple was dedicated 80 years ago on…
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Two murders circulated on the internet, adults, teens, and even children were exposed to these…
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Since shuttering portions of the Department of Education, President Trump has tasked United States Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to take the…
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“Water safety doesn’t stop. You might find yourself at a hotel pool or even in the wintertime around water. And so it’s just something that we…
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Luis Garcia-Diaz, 27, was sentenced to a maximum of 30 years in prison today for a deadly drunk driving crash that killed six people last year on…
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A new interactive exhibit is teaching the local community about hydropower.
Heritage Park in Idaho Falls welcomed its first historical exhibit with…
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Three years after the Ririe Rest Stop Murder of 36-year-old Morey Pelton, another arrest has been…
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A local family farm is facing a potential loss of crops after state officials turned off their irrigation pump this week. Jerry Bingham, a farmer…
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The Madison County Meals on Wheels program is in urgent need of volunteer drivers to help serve 80 to 100 people a week. To meet this growing demand,…
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Today, August 21, the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is taking a major step forward in workforce development and STEM education.
At noon, in…
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School may be back in session for many, but that doesn’t mean summer is done. Madison County students are spending the day with some fun in the…
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An Idaho Falls man is dead after a disturbance call escalated into an exchange of gunfire with police late last night. The incident, which began on…
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“(We’re) trying to look at all the different options for additional storage. There’s there’s options up and down the river,” Aaron Dalling, Executive…
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It has been a very emotional past few days for parents and students enrolled at Bingham Academy High School in…
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People who ordered meals at the Culver’s restaurant in Idaho Falls not only had a chance to eat, but also did a little good by doing so. The…
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“We just want the general public to be aware that the school buses are going to be out on the roads delivering our students, and our goal is to get…
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A motorhome towing a passenger car was struck by a train in Rexburg this afternoon, but remarkably, no one was hurt, according to Rexburg…
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Chances for Southeast Idaho parents to hit the snooze button are about to come to an end as the school bells are about to begin. August is a…
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Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson visited the site of the Teton Dam Wednesday afternoon, August 6th, 2025.
Simpson is looking into ways to…
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Summer is usually a hot time for sales in the housing market, but this year, realtors are seeing more homes…
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Hamlet Homes is celebrating the grand opening of its brand-new Alpine Heights model home in Rexburg with a ribbon cutting and a little something…
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“EIRMC North Idaho Falls ER will provide high-quality emergency care for members of our community and region. We believe it will be a more…
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“They’re blown away that a guy in a wheelchair is out there doing that. And I just like to show people that no matter what happens, you can still go…
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After a year of intense work, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is celebrating the full completion of repairs to the Big Fill Slide on…
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Idahoans are experiencing some of the hottest days of the year this July, and while many are trying to stay cool and hydrated, it’s also a good…
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People are celebrating creativity and artistic excellence this…
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The Idaho Transportation Department wants your feedback on what to work on next, but the clock to submit your responses…
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After two days of testimonies from the prosecution and defense, Jeremy Best was given three consecutive life sentences without the possibility of…
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A sentencing hearing continues on Thursday for Jeremy Best. Best pleaded guilty back in February to killing his wife Kali, their unborn child and…
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A local organization is worried that victims of sex crimes are not reporting the…
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Sheriff campers wrapped up their week with water safety training and a bit of summer fun at the Black Tail camp area.
“I really like it. I want to…
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VAST Apparel in Idaho Falls has raised $1,000 to support the injured firefighters in last month’s Coeur d’Alene…
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Butte City Mayor Kevin J. Turner was arrested after pulling out a gun during a city council meeting on July 10, 2025.…
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In light of what’s happening in Texas, local emergency responders are being reminded the public of a few things to consider if you plan on going…
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Getting a new building for the Rexburg Police Department is in the works, but it will need the community’s support.…
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June is men’s mental health month, and in that month, Local News 8 has seen many reports of suicide in the Eastern Idaho area, mostly by…
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The city of Idaho Falls has agreed to support the community food basket in the 4th of July parade again this…
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Every year on the Fourth of July, the number one 9-1-1 calls are about fireworks complaints. This is a real issue for the officers in…
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Bryan Kohberger has admitted in court that he killed four University of Idaho students.
Judge Stephen Hippler accepted the plea deal at a hearing…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered a massive donation of 28,000 pounds of food to the Family Crisis Center in Rexburg on…
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Law enforcement, including Bonneville County SWAT, are responding to an active situation behind the Walmart off Curlew Drive. Witnesses report…
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Organizations across the country are helping with the search for 13-year-old Allen Fisher and 15-year-old Rachelle…
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The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is touching up Main roads in several towns to ensure smooth streets in time for 4th of July…
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If you’re planning to light up the sky for the Fourth of July, remember safety continues even after all fireworks…
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Health officials in Idaho are urging caution as the CDC continues to confirm increasing Measles cases across the United States. Over the weekend,…
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Dozens joined the special needs lunch at Potter Park in Rexburg, hosted by the Rexburg Police Department. Those who came out got to eat hot dogs…
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The Idaho State Trooper who answered the call to the fiery crash in Island Park opens up about what he witnessed that day.…
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Dozens visited the Bonneville County Courthouse this afternoon for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of its…
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Public information officers are often the link between first responders and the…
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Students got to dive into some fun while still learning a serious lesson. Local high school-aged students are getting an inside look at what it…
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The water search for the remains of 47-year-old Patrick Shelton is still on hold due to high water levels.
Local News 8 reported in early May…
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The Idaho Innovation Center is getting ready for a flavor-packed summer this Friday with its Food Truck Summer Kickoff. From 11:30 am to 8 pm, the…
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A location for the new Rexburg Police Department has been decided on by the mayor and city…
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June 5th, 2025, marks the 49th anniversary of the Teton Dam…
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Two BYUI students are being recognized for their video production skills and have been nominated for an award similar to the…
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The Fun Farm Bridge in Fremont County has officially been removed.…
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High school-aged Students are getting an inside look at what it takes to work in law enforcement at this year’s fourth annual ‘Law Enforcement Teen…
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Chick-fil-a in Ammon is facing several lawsuits after a former employee says he endured racist abuse.…
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The 13th annual field of honor for our veterans and heroes is happening in Idaho Falls this weekend. It’s being put on by the exchange club of Idaho…
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Three later-in-life friends are traveling the country, raising money for two important…
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With the summer travel season officially underway, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is issuing a crucial reminder for travelers. So…
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School is almost out for summer, and a lot of working parents are looking for child care services to maintain their daily…
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The Fremont County Coroner’s Office has identified the international tourists killed in the Island Park fiery crash. Next of kin have been…
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Custer County Sheriff Levi Maydole has suspended the search for the remains of 47-year-old Patrick Shelton.
The news comes after murder suspect,…
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The man accused of killing 47-year-old Patrick Shelton has confessed to shooting him and dismembering his body, according to court…
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Patrick Shelton is the man who disappeared near Challis after heading into the mountains to gather firewood and never returned. His death is…
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“Peace be with you” were the first words spoken by new Pope Leo XIV to the watching world, and the East Idaho Catholic community watched as the…
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Idaho teachers and educators gathered Wednesday for a post-legislative recap of the 2025…
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Several of the survivors of last Thursday’s fatal crash near Island Park have been discharged from Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg.
The fiery…
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A BYU-Idaho student was critically injured in an accident on campus Wednesday morning, according to school officials.
“At the time of the incident,…
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Broulems in Ammon has raised over $37,000 and presented a check to the Idaho Falls Rescue…
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April is organ donation month, and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) is honoring patients and families who have chosen organ and tissue…
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A Madison County detective is being recognized for his efforts in saving children from internet…
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