Idaho investigating raw milk outbreak after dozens become ill
Idaho health officials are investigating an outbreak of illnesses linked to the consumption of raw milk that has affected nearly 60 people across the…
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Labrador backs higher wage requirements for H-1B visa workers
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is backing a proposal that would increase wage requirements for employers hiring workers through the H-1B visa…
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Hitt Road lane closure begins Thursday near Lincoln Road roundabout
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Drivers traveling on Hitt Road should expect traffic delays beginning Thursday as construction crews start work near…
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War Bonnet Round Up seeks singers to perform national anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo
The War Bonnet Round Up is looking for local singers to perform the national anthem during this year’s rodeo at Sandy Downs.
Selected performers…
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Pocatello High School maintenance staff member dies during medical emergency on campus
A member of the Pocatello High School maintenance staff died early Tuesday morning while at work on campus, according to school officials.
Earlier…
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Fire officials warn cold water remains dangerous despite warmer weather
The Idaho Falls Fire Department issued a reminder to residents about summer safety, encouraging people to take extra precautions around water,…
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Idaho State Police investigating fatal Jerome County crash
A 66-year-old Buhl woman was killed Monday night in a two-vehicle crash north of Jerome, according to Idaho State Police.
Troopers say the crash…
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Southern Idaho farmers turn to soil sensors to conserve water
As drought conditions and water shortages continue to impact southern Idaho, some farmers are turning to new technology to help stretch every drop of…
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Years long Madison County drug investigation leads to major seizure
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — A years-long drug trafficking investigation in Madison County has led to the seizure of thousands of THC products, multiple…
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Expanded Blackfoot foster care closet gives children more room to shop and choose
Foster children in eastern Idaho now have more space to shop for clothing, hygiene products, birthday gifts and other essentials following the…
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E. coli warning issued for portions of Flat Creek in Jackson
Health officials are warning people to stay out of parts of Flat Creek after recent testing found E. coli levels above federal safety standards for…
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Idaho Falls mayor appoints new Public Works director pending council approval
Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw has appointed Chris Canfield as the city’s new Public Works director, pending confirmation by the Idaho Falls City…
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Southbound I-15 traffic changes Sunday night between Pocatello and Fort Hall
The Idaho Transportation Department is making changes beginning Sunday night as contruction on the interstate in Pocatello continues.
According to…
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US-30 traffic shift planned Saturday near McCammon interchange
Drivers traveling through McCammon can expect a new traffic pattern this weekend as work continues on the U.S. Highway 30 resurfacing project near…
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Idaho State Police investigate livestock shootings in several counties
State investigators are looking into a series of livestock shootings across Idaho that have left multiple cattle dead and ranchers facing thousands…
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Idaho Falls police warn public after two fatal suspected fentanyl overdoses
Idaho Falls police are warning the public after three suspected fentanyl overdoses were reported in the city Tuesday, including two that turned…
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Referendum effort against Box Elder data center project denied
Opponents of a proposed Box Elder County data center project say they are taking their fight to court after county officials rejected an effort to…
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Jackson Hole firefighter injured in 20-foot fall during Wilson fire released from hospital
A Jackson Hole firefighter who fell 20 feet while battling the Memorial Day fire at Teton Pines in Wilson has been released from the…
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Officials issue overdose spike notice for Bonneville County
A spike in drug overdoses has officials issuing an overdose spike notice for Bonneville County.
In a social media post, the Eastern Idaho Public…
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Blackfoot approves street name change
The City of Blackfoot has approved a street name change for a portion of South Fisher Avenue in an effort to improve emergency response accuracy and…
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Forest Service releases draft decision for Grand Targhee Resort expansion
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a draft decision for the proposed Grand Targhee Resort expansion and is now opening a formal objection period for…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes formally oppose data center development on and near Fort Hall Reservation
The Fort Hall Business Council of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes has issued a statement opposing the development of data centers on the Reservation and…
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Fire crews battle early morning blaze at Wilson office building
Fire crews remain on scene Monday after a structure fire broke out at an office building in the Teton Pines area of Wilson early Monday…
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Hindu leader Rajan Zed to speak at BYU-Idaho interfaith event
A Hindu and interfaith leader is set to speak at Brigham Young University–Idaho later this week during an event hosted by the university’s…
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Heavy Memorial Day traffic causing dangerous conditions on East Idaho roads
Memorial Day weekend traffic is already causing major slowdowns and dangerous driving conditions across East Idaho as thousands of travelers head out…
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Pocatello honors Captain Chad Higbee after over three decades on the force
The Pocatello Police Department is honoring Captain Chad Higbee as he steps into his retirement after 32 years of service with the…
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I-15 West Inkom interchange to close for weeks as construction continues
The Idaho Transportation Department will temporarily close the Interstate 15 West Inkom interchange beginning May 26 as construction crews continue…
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Jury convicts unknown man accused of collecting nearly $300K using dead child’s identity
A federal jury in Pocatello has convicted a man whose true identity remains unknown after prosecutors say he spent more than two decades using the…
Continue Reading Legal challenge to Idaho school bathroom law dismissed
A legal challenge against Idaho’s school privacy law has officially come to an end after plaintiffs agreed to dismiss both their district court…
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Island Park traffic signal delayed after construction snag
The installation of a new traffic signal in the Island Park is being delayed until later this year.
Originally planned to be complete by the end of…
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Idaho strengthens ties with Japan during strategic trade mission
Governor Brad Little is celebrating the success of a recent trade mission to Japan aimed at strengthening Idaho’s role in global innovation and…
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Motor Vu Drive-In kicks off summer movie season with Memorial Day weekend double feature
Idaho Falls’ historic drive-In is kicking off the summer season this Memorial Day.
The Motor Vu Drive-In is stepping into summer with a double…
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Alpine lifts boil water advisory following water main repairs
Residents between Trail Drive and Stoor Drive are without water as crews respond to a water main break in the…
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Idaho State Police pursuit leads to major drug seizure near Pocatello
A vehicle pursuit near Pocatello led to Idaho State Police seizing a large quantity of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine and…
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4 Water Rescues in One Month: Sheriff’s Office urges boaters to prioritize safety this summer
Following four water rescues in just over a month, the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to make boating safety a top priority…
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Idaho Falls Farmers Market returns with focus on community and local vendors
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Farmers Market returned Saturday with hundreds of people filling Memorial Drive to shop local food,…
Continue Reading Governor Little announces free day-use access to state parks this 4th of July
Governor Brad Little announced that Idaho residents will have free access to state parks this Independence Day to celebrate the 250th anniversary of…
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Portneuf Air Rescue unveils “Rio”: A new Airbus H-130 named by local 5-year-old
Portneuf Air Rescue has unveiled its new Airbus H-130 helicopter, named Rio, which is equipped with advanced medical technology to quickly transport…
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Idaho medical cannabis supporters submit more than 150,000 signatures for 2026 ballot initiative
The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho has submitted over 150,000 signatures to qualify the Idaho Medical Cannabis Act for the November 2026 ballot,…
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Idaho Gives campaign returns to support nonprofits statewide
Idaho’s annual statewide giving campaign, Idaho Gives, is back, encouraging donations to nonprofit organizations across the…
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Local News 8 earns top honors at Idaho Press Club’s annual banquet
It is one of Idaho’s biggest night’s in journalism where top journalists from across the Gem State gathered to learn who took top honors at the Idaho…
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Montpelier Idaho Temple open house announced
The Montpelier Idaho Temple has an open house date set beginning Thursday, Sept. 10, and a dedication scheduled for Sunday, Oct.…
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Child found alone in Rexburg reunited with family
Rexburg City police found a child alone at a local apartment complex and have safely reunited her with her…
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May Day Protest In Idaho Falls
A nationwide protest called “May Day Strong” brought together a small group in Idaho…
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Public events announced to honor former Idaho Gov. Dirk Kempthorne
Public events set to honor the life and legacy of former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne, who died April 24 at the age of…
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Agreement could help eastern Idaho farmers avoid water shutoffs
Groundwater users in Little Lost River Basin, Big Lost River Basin, and Upper Big Lost River Basin could avoid water shutoffs this irrigation season…
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‘Mother Nature Said Not This Year’: Jensen Grove to remain dry despite infrastructure repairs
Just days after water began flowing back into Jensen Grove, a new state-ordered cutoff has stopped the city from filling the popular recreation…
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Skyline High closure extended while district awaits safety clearance
Skyline High School remains shuttered on Friday as the Idaho Falls School District 91 awaits final safety certification following a cooling system…
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How to stay Bear Aware this upcoming season
A warmer-than-usual winter and early spring conditions are changing bear behavior across eastern Idaho, according to wildlife experts.
“We had a…
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Blackfoot infrastructure project aims to refill Jensen Grove ahead of Summer season
City crews in Blackfoot have rebuilt a key dike along the Snake River after high spring runoff last year damaged the system that supplies water to…
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Blackfoot implements water restrictions as drought and low snowpack raise concerns
The city of Blackfoot has implemented water restrictions due to concerns about water supply heading into the summer months.
Mayor Scott Stufflebeam…
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Mobile clinic brings preventative care to eastern Idaho communities
Getting in to see a doctor in Idaho is not always easy. For many, it is not just about cost, but distance, availability, and even finding a provider…
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EAST IDAHO HOME AND GARDEN SHOW RETURNS
The event is underway at the Mountain America Center, bringing together nearly 200 vendors offering everything from landscaping and gardening advice…
Continue Reading East Idaho Home and Garden Show takes over Mountain America Center
Spring projects are top of mind for many across eastern Idaho—and one event this weekend is helping homeowners get a head start.
The East Idaho…
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District 93 seeks two-year levy in May Election to close budget gap
A supplemental levy aimed at keeping key programs in place will be on the ballot for Bonneville Joint School District 93 voters in May.
The…
Continue Reading Idaho medical marijuana push reaches 100,000 signatures as lawmakers urge opposition
Supporters of a medical marijuana initiative in Idaho say they have surpassed 100,000 signatures as they work to place the issue on the 2026 ballot,…
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Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair returns to Pocatello this weekend
The Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair is returning to Pocatello this weekend, offering a full day of free, family-friendly activities focused on the…
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Historic building in downtown Pocatello set for demolition
The Monarch building, A historic brick building in downtown Pocatello, is set to come down this summer after years of decay, despite efforts to…
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‘The First Responder You Never See:‘ Pocatello 911 Dispatcher Highlights Demands, Rewards of Life on the Line
When someone in Bannock County dials 911, the first person they talk to isn’t a police officer, firefighter, or paramedic. It’s a dispatcher…
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Butte County farmers face possible water shutoffs amid curtailment enforcement
The current curtailment orders center on the Big Lost and Little Lost River basins. Following the passage of Senate Bill 1341 in 2024, water users in…
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Idaho Warns of Tight Irrigation Season, Depleted Reservoirs and Water Shortages
Idaho could be heading into a tight water year after what experts say may be one of the lowest snowpack seasons on record.
The Idaho Department of…
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Idaho Department of Labor urges Intermountain Packing workers to seek help following layoffs
The Idaho Department of Labor is urging more than 150 employees laid off from Intermountain Packing this week to seek immediate assistance, noting…
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The Idaho National Laboratory officially opens the world’s first microreactor test bed
Designed to accelerate the nation’s transition to advanced nuclear energy The Idaho National Laboratory officially opened the world’s first…
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“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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