“We never turn our child away”: Idaho Falls Schools feed kids despite $38,000 deficit
Concerns about student hunger and unpaid lunch balances are raising questions for families in eastern Idaho, but school officials say no child in…
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Idaho’s Medical Marijuana debate: Voters push for medical access as lawmakers dig in
A renewed push to legalize medical Marijuana in Idaho is gaining traction — but it is also facing pushback from lawmakers at the statehouse. A…
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The hidden danger of gifting Easter Rabbits
Local animal advocates and rescue groups in Idaho are issuing an urgent warning to families this week as Easter Sunday approaches: A live rabbit,…
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Idaho’s 2026 push to legalize medical marijuana enters final stretch
The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho is entering what organizers describe as a “final big push” to place medical cannabis on the November 2026…
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How the ICONIC Program is building Idaho’s future one skid steer at a time
Idaho is solving its labor shortage one excavator at a time. Through the ICONIC program, a collaboration between the Idaho Transportation Department…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter hits breaking point amid overcrowding
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter is facing a critical overcrowding crisis, with officials reporting that the facility has been at maximum capacity every…
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Local TSA teams keep Eastern Idaho airports running smoothly despite national shutdown strain
While major travel hubs across the country grapple with operational delays due to the partial government shutdown, airports in Eastern Idaho remain…
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Local doctors warn of ‘high-gear’ allergy season fueled by early warmth
Unseasonably warm weather is pushing allergy season into high gear earlier than normal across the Intermountain West. Family physician Dr. Gordon…
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Nowruz, the Persian New Year, celebrated in Idaho and around the world
As winter gives way to spring, millions of people around the world are marking Nowruz, the Persian New Year, a tradition that dates back thousands of…
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Local schools brace themselves for new mandatory moment of silence law
Idaho public schools may soon start the day with a mandatory minute of quiet.
House Bill 623 (HB 623), which requires a daily 60-second moment of…
Blackfoot Police Chief reaches top Idaho law enforcement milestone ahead of retirement
After 26 years of patrolling the streets and leading the ranks in Blackfoot, Police Chief Gordon Croft is concluding his career as he obtains one of…
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Idaho Falls weighs new alcohol server training rules, businesses raise burden concerns
A proposed Idaho Falls ordinance would require alcohol servers and security staff to complete a new “Approved Server Training Program,” but at…
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Man in mental health crisis detained after entering car with child inside in museum parking lot
The Idaho Falls Police Department is responding to a local woman’s harrowing Facebook post regarding a weekend incident involving a man attempting…
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Local 12-year-old battling brain cancer receives encouraging scan results, leads national art contest
Painter Bob Ross once said, “You need the dark in order to show the light.” For 12-year-old Caellum Hebdon, who is battling brain cancer, that…
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High winds trigger multi-car pileup on I-15; More Dust storms forecasted for Saturday
Idaho State Police are warning motorists to prepare for dangerous driving conditions through the weekend after a massive dust storm triggered a 10-…
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Fire crews swarm Regal Edwards Theater in Ammon
Crews with the Ammon and Idaho Falls Fire Departments are on the scene of a potential structure fire at the Regal Edwards movie…
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ISP issues safety warning as 60 MPH wind gusts and dust storms hit Idaho
High winds and seasonal dust storms are prompting safety warnings from the Idaho State Police as spring weather creates hazardous driving conditions…
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Local 12-Year-Old Battling Brain Cancer Finalist in National Art Contest
In a bedroom filled with sketches of apex predators and prehistoric giants, 12-year-old Caellum Hebdon is reclaiming a voice that cancer nearly took…
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A “Lighting the Way” ceremony honors the heart of the community in Rexburg
The historic Romance Theater served as a backdrop for a community gathering Tuesday night designed to bridge the gap between Rexburg’s past and its…
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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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District 93 students walk out again over immigration policies at Bonneville roundabout
The intersection of Lincoln Road and 35th East became the center of another walkout sweeping the state Friday as District 93 students staged a…
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Jersey Mike’s adding new Idaho Falls location
Jersey Mike’s is expanding again in eastern Idaho, with a new sandwich shop set to open next month near one of Idaho Falls’ busiest…
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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 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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Chubbuck cheers for chicken fingers: Raising Cane’s announces official opening
CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI)— The wait for the “One Love” in East Idaho is nearly over. Raising Cane’s has officially announced that its newest…
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Chamber CEO: State budget gaps and “leadership deficit” threaten local businesses
The Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is warning of a dual threat to local Idaho Falls business leaders, citing a looming state budget deficit and a…
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Taylor Aughenbaugh pleads guilty in 2024 Compass Academy shooting
Taylor Aughenbaugh, the man charged in the 2024 Compass Academy parking lot shooting, pleaded guilty yesterday in Bonneville County Court as part of…
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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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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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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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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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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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Idaho Falls man arrested after foot chase leaves deputy with broken arm
A 29-year-old Idaho Falls man is facing serious felony charges after he led sheriff’s deputies in a foot chase during an attempted traffic stop.
On…
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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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Judge delays change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Aughenbaugh
A Bonneville County judge on Monday postponed a planned change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Allen Aughenbaugh after prosecutors could not confirm that…
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City of Idaho Falls warns of utility bill phishing scam targeting residents
The City of Idaho Falls is warning community members about an email phishing scam in which scammers are posing as the city in an attempt to steal…
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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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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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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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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…
Continue Reading 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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Lookout Credit Union donates $125,000 for Ammon park upgrades
Lookout Credit Union is donating $125,000 to the City of Ammon to fund a new playground in McCowin Park. The investment aims to modernize the…
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Multi-Semi Crash Shuts Down US-26 Near Palisades Reservoir
A crash involving multiple semi-trucks has brought traffic along US-26 near the Palisades Reservoir to a screeching halt. According to the Idaho…
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Bill to void local LGBTQ protections sparks fight over local control in Idaho
A bill moving through the Idaho Legislature would wipe out local LGBTQ anti-discrimination protections in cities across the state. While supporters…
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Deputies Arrest two following storage unit burglary
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Two people were arrested Saturday after Bonneville County authorities traced a suspect vehicle seen in security footage…
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Local Charity partners with Police to provide comfort kits for children in emergency situations
A local nonprofit, Aspire Services Worldwide, is partnering with law enforcement to care for children in crisis by equipping patrol vehicles with…
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Local Law Enforcement honored at Appreciation Luncheon
The Greater Idaho Falls Police Foundation honored regional law enforcement officers Thursday during an appreciation luncheon at Melaleuca…
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Golf Courses across Eastern Idaho open in February
Unseasonably warm and dry conditions have led to a historic early opening at the Blackfoot Golf…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter rescues 46 dogs from hoarding situation.
Tucked away at Blackfoot Animal Shelter, 15 tiny Chihuahuas are waiting for their forever…
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Bonneville County Take Ownership of Plumbing and Electrical Permits
Bonneville County has officially taken over the issuance and inspection of all electrical and plumbing permits, a move supporters of the decision say…
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Idaho Falls Dealership wins prestigious award
Stones Kia has been named among the top 3% of Kia dealerships worldwide. This recognition is a testament to the dealership’s excellence in both…
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Measles cases rise in Canyon County; health officials warn eastern Idaho of risk
Health officials are reporting five probable measles cases in Canyon County, all within a single unvaccinated household, as they work to prevent the…
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Rexburg Police warn of rising ‘sextortion’ scams targeting local youth
The Rexburg Police Department is sounding the alarm over a sharp increase in “sextortion” cases, a digital blackmail scheme that investigators…
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Saint Anthony Family pays tribute to family member on Family Feud
For the Crain family, a casual afternoon spent scrolling through Instagram led to a journey of healing on one of America’s most iconic game show…
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CEI new tech building update
If you have driven past College of Eastern Idaho lately, it would be hard to miss the construction of the brand new Battelle Energy Alliance Future…
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How CEI is using AI and tech to fight the anticipated ‘Recession Baby’ enrollment cliff
It’s been 18 years since the 2008 recession, and 2026 will be the first year “recession babies” reach college age. However, there will be fewer…
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Passions flare after closure of Blackfoot Senior Center food pantry
Tension over the closure of a volunteer‑run pantry and store at the Blackfoot Senior Center erupted into a packed, emotional meeting as seniors…
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Idaho gas prices drop below national average for first time in months
Idaho drivers are enjoying a rare break at the pump this January, with gas prices sitting below the national average and about 25 cents cheaper than…
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Utah Measles surge prompts urgent warnings for Idaho residents
Utah is currently seeing one of the nation’s worst outbreaks of measles.
Idaho public health officials weigh in on Idaho’s response, and what the…
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Pocatello and Idaho Falls welcome new leadership
The City of Pocatello officially welcomed new Mayor Mark Dahlquist and City Council Members Dakota Bates, Stacy Satterfield, and Ann Swanson during…
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Warm winter weather causes water supply concerns
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Warm winter weather is reshaping Idaho’s snowpack and raising concerns about water supplies for farmers, especially…
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Man allegedly bites deputy after DUI crash
A man is facing two felony counts of battery on an officer after deputies say he became violent with first responders following a suspected drunk…
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As Peak Season Nears, Idaho Faces Early Flu Surge.
The CDC’s latest surveillance map places Idaho among the states with elevated case numbers. Local reports of flu activity are increasing, driven…
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AAA and MADD Renew Push to Combat Impaired Driving Ahead of New Year’s Eve
Thousands of people lose their lives every year to impaired driving, a preventable crisis that has prompted a renewed safety push from AAA and…
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Car Buying Tips Driving into the New Year
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — It’s the “most wonderful time of the year,” especially for auto dealers, as exciting commercials featuring new cars…
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Local Shelters Combat Post-Holiday Pet Surrenders
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — “During the holidays, we do typically see an influx in adoptions, especially before Christmas. People are wanting to…
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Dog missing for three months reunited with owner in ‘Christmas Miracle’
After several months missing, Tank the dog has been safely reunited with his owner, thanks to efforts by the community, Snake River Animal Shelter,…
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