Bonneville County man arrested on multiple child pornography charges
A local man is facing multiple felony charges after a multi-agency investigation allegedly uncovered a massive hoard of child pornography on his…
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Idaho lawmakers propose sweeping expansion of bathroom restrictions based on biological sex
Idaho lawmakers introduced two bills on Friday aimed at expanding existing restrictions on bathroom and locker room access based on biological…
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Idaho AG issues urgent warning over new jail bond scam
The Idaho attorney general’s office is warning families about a new scam targeting people with loved ones in jail.
“These scammers target…
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Idaho House passes bill to nullify local LGBTQ+ protections
The Idaho House of Representatives approved legislation Thursday that would strip 13 cities of their ability to enforce local anti-discrimination…
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9 hospitalized in West Idaho with serious illnesses linked to raw milk
Health officials in West Idaho are investigating a slew of serious illnesses after several Ada County residents were hospitalized this week, after…
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Two arrested on felony drug charges after Tuesday’s police chase along I-15
A high-speed chase from Blackfoot to Idaho Falls ended in a crash and two arrests Tuesday after a wanted man allegedly fled a rest area to avoid a…
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65 Years of Broadcasting: The Legacy of the KIFI Ski School
In 1947, a new era of winter recreation began on the Snake River Plain. Born as an offshoot of the Idaho Falls Ski Club, the KIFI Ski School was the…
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Driggs Elementary community leads donation drive and GoFundMe for local family after house fire
The Teton County community is rallying around a local couple and their granddaughter after an early morning fire destroyed their home last week.…
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Early morning garage fire heavily damages Teton County home
A Teton County home was heavily damaged after a nearby garage burst into flames Friday morning. Fortunately, all the people inside and another nearby…
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Idaho Falls’ most wanted ‘four-hoofed suspect’ is finally in custody (and he’s adorable)
The high-speed chase that captivated local social media has finally come to a gentle halt. A four-month-old goat, who became an overnight celebrity…
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Two hospitalized, one airlifted after two-vehicle crash on US-93 in southern Idaho
A crash on U.S. Highway 93 in southern Idaho sent two people to the hospital Friday morning.
The crash took place at around 8:00 AM at the…
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Local man arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot roommate “in the face” during argument over flashlight
A 34-year-old Bonneville County man is in custody facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot his roommate “in the face”…
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Idaho National Guard to slash tuition assistance by 29% following budget mandate
Idaho National Guard members will see a significant drop in college financial aid as military leaders move to slash tuition assistance by 29% do…
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Idaho Bill seeks to nullify local LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination ordinances
A new legislative push in the Idaho Statehouse could strip 13 cities of their ability to enforce local anti-discrimination ordinances that protect…
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74-year-old pilot uninjured after plane flips in Palisades Reservoir
A 74-year-old pilot walked away with only minor injuries Thursday afternoon after his aircraft clipped the ground and flipped into the snowy lake bed…
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Two Teton County men arrested in major multi-agency drug bust
A coordinated, multi-agency narcotics investigation culminated in the arrest of two Teton County men and the seizure of a large cache of drugs,…
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Idaho Falls farmer bags Ford F-150 Tremor in final days of Idaho Lottery’s popular scratch game
Idaho Falls resident Josh Hartfield is heading home with a lot more horsepower than he started with. The local farmer recently claimed the second top…
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Shelley man arrested for battery and mayhem after Police standoff at local trailer park
A Shelley man is behind bars today following a violent fight that turned into a police standoff at a local trailer park late Wednesday…
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North Idaho non-profit director sentenced for $154K Medicaid fraud
A North Idaho woman has been sentenced to three years of probation after orchestrating a scheme to defraud the state’s Medicaid program of more…
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Classes Canceled: Rising illnesses and absences force multi-day closure for Ririe School District
All schools within Ririe School District #252 have canceled all classes through the end of the week as a wave of illness leaves many desks and…
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Idaho Falls man found guilty of striking officer while filming traffic stop
A 33-year-old local man faces up to five years in state prison after a jury found him guilty of striking a police officer during a confrontation last…
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Blackfoot police search for vandal after sewer ‘sabotage’ on Hill View Dr.
The City of Blackfoot is calling on the public for help after an intentional act of vandalism that left local homeowners facing costly repairs and…
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Sen. Ruchti to host three-part 2026 Legislative Town Hall series
Looking to bridge the gap between the Statehouse and the community, State Senator James Ruchti (D-Pocatello) has announced three town halls for…
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One dead, one injured in tandem snowmobile crash at Togwotee Pass
A tandem snowmobile accident on Monday afternoon left one man dead and a woman seriously injured, marking the fourth backcountry fatality in Teton…
Continue Reading Idaho Democrats blast new round of budget cuts amid GOP Tax Plan
Idaho Democratic leaders are condemning a directive from Republican budget chairs that orders state agencies to prepare for additional mid-year…
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Bonneville County jury convicts 45-Year-Old Ririe Man of aggravated assault
A 45-year-old Ririe man faces up to five years in prison following a felony conviction in Bonneville County.
After a three-day trial, a jury found…
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Attorney General: Seven sentenced for child exploitation; Three from Bonneville County face decades in prison
In the last two months, seven individuals, including three from Bonneville County, were sentenced to prison after being convicted of crimes against…
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Idaho State Police Sergeant to be honored at 2nd annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon
An Idaho State Police Officer is being honored for a career that defines “going above and beyond.”
On Thursday, February 5, ISP Sergeant Amanda Ward…
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Chubbuck woman faces felony charges for allegedly stealing SUV with infant inside
A 37-year-old Idaho woman faces serious felony charges after allegedly stealing an SUV with a sleeping infant inside on Sunday night.
Rikki Johnson…
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Former BYU Baseball Player Candon Dahle released early from jail following controversial plea deal
Candon Dahle, the former BYU baseball player whose controversial plea deal after crimes against a minor sparked widespread public outcry, has been…
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Celebrating 65 Years of Broadcasting: Governor Brad Little proclaims Jan. 23 as “KIFI Local News 8 Day”
Today marks a historic milestone for the region’s airwaves. January 23, 2026, officially marks the 65th anniversary of KIFI Local News 8,…
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State and local leaders reflect on the life and service of former Rep. Linden Bateman
The Idaho political community is mourning the loss of a former state representative and historian. Linden Bart Bateman, of Idaho Falls, passed away…
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West Idaho bus driver arrested on child exploitation charges
On Wednesday, January 21, Jeremy Wakeley, 42, was taken into custody on several counts of possession of child pornography and one count of child…
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Idaho Democrats mark Roe v. Wade anniversary with call for end to near-total abortion ban
On the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, Idaho Democratic legislators marked the date with a call to restore abortion access,…
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4.7 magnitude earthquake rattles Utah-Wyoming border Thursday morning
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck near the Utah-Wyoming border overnight, just as the Beehive State was waking up.
According to the United States…
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State lawmakers set public forum on invasive “Eagle Rat” surge spike in Southern Idaho
In response to a spike in sightings of invasive Norway rats across Southern Idaho, state lawmakers are hosting a public forum to address the rise in…
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Six displaced after overnight apartment fire in Pocatello
The fire was first called in just after 11 PM from an apartment at 335 North Hayes Avenue. Only 4 of the 6 apartments were occupied at the time, and…
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Boise hospital ambush suspect reaches plea deal to avoid death penalty
Nicholas Umphenour, the man accused of engaging in a deadly hospital ambush to free a white supremacist inmate, has reached a plea deal with…
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Rexburg puts Winterfest 2026 on permanent ice due to total lack of snow
Due to an unseasonal and total lack of snow, the City of Rexburg’s Winterfest 2026 has put on permanent ice. The Rexburg Parks and Recreation…
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Enrollment lottery opens for Gem Prep: Idaho Falls
The lottery period is officially open for Gem Prep: Idaho Falls, the city’s newest tuition-free K-12 public charter school, ahead of its scheduled…
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Charlie Kirk’s widow calls for an end to “undue delay” in murder case
Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, has filed a formal motion pushing for a speedy trial for Tyler Robinson, the…
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College of Eastern Idaho hits record breaking apprenticeship enrollment
This year, the College of Eastern Idaho recorded an all-time high of 625 students enrolled in its apprenticeship programs. The school says this…
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Severe solar storm to put Northern Lights over Idaho tonight, forecasters say
Under the current forecast, the northern lights may be visible across much of the northern half of the United States, and even as far south as…
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Convicted murderer accused of brutal attack on Idaho prison guard
An Idaho Department of Corrections staff member has been hospitalized following a brutal assault by a convicted murderer at the Idaho Maximum…
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Two men arrested for masked burglary and aggravated battery on local homeowner
Two Idaho Falls men were arrested late Wednesday night after an alleged masked burglary at a Bonneville County home, where they’re accused of…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office finds missing Ammon woman
Chandra Goody Martin, 42, was reported missing by her family yesterday, January 14, after several failed attempts to find her. According to BCSO,…
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“Leadership, Humility, and Grit”: Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue mourns longtime teammate killed in snowmobile crash
The Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue team is mourning the loss of a long-standing member after a fatal snowmobiling accident over the weekend. In…
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Bannock County Coroner identifies 51-year-old killed in Tuesday’s US 30 crash
Authorities in Bannock County have released the identity of the 51-year-old man killed on Tuesday after his vehicle struck a detached semi-trailer on…
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63-year-old man killed in Big Hole Mountain snowmobile crash
A weekend excursion turned tragic in the Big Hole Mountain range after a 63-year-old man lost his life in a snowmobile crash.
The incident took…
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Driver killed after striking disconnected semi-trailer on US 30
All lanes of US Highway 30 are currently blocked after a serious crash near milepost 332 in Pocatello on Tuesday morning.
According to the Idaho…
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Utah Man Killed in Wyoming Avalanche While Snowmobiling
A 31-year-old Utah man lost his life Sunday after being caught in an avalanche while snowmobiling in the Labarge Creek area, a popular destination…
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Yellowstone seeks public input on permanent North Entrance Road rebuilding
Yellowstone National Park is calling for public feedback on three proposed plans to rebuild the North Entrance Road, the vital year-round link…
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Gov. Little unveils ‘ENDURING IDAHO’ plan, calls for ‘right-sized’ budget amid “demanding restraint”
The 2026 Idaho legislative session kicks off today, starting with Governor Brad Little’s State of the State address, outlining his initiatives and…
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Governor Little appoints Erin Bingham to fill vacant Idaho House Seat in District 32
“I am deeply honored and grateful to be selected by Governor Little to represent my Idaho Falls community at home and in the Idaho Legislature,”…
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Food Recall: Thousands of tater tot cases pulled from Idaho and Utah Freezers
Nearly 39,000 cases of frozen potato products are being pulled from shelves in Idaho, Utah, and 24 other states after reports of “clear hard plastic…
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High winds stall demolition of historic Idaho Falls water tower
High winds have forced the City of Idaho Falls to postpone the demolition of the historic 1937 water tower. Originally scheduled to begin Friday…
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Pocatello Police seek public’s help finding ‘critically missing’ endangered man
Matthew Stuart Apted left his apartment and belongings in a damaged state at the end of September 2025. However, he continued to speak with family on…
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces new leadership for Quorum of the Twelve
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Thursday that President Dieter F. Uchtdorf has been called to serve as the Acting President…
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Salt Lake City Police identify two victims killed in shooting outside LDS meetinghouse
The Salt Lake City Police Department will be holding a press conference on Thursday morning with an update on the fatal shooting that took place…
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Authorities rule 19-year-old’s death in Inkom as accidental
Bannock County authorities have closed the investigation into the death of 19-year-old Jonas Diaz-Edgeman, whose body was discovered on private…
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Idaho lawmakers call for freeze on $14M in childcare funds cmid national fraud concerns
Two Idaho Republican lawmakers are calling on the federal government to put a pause on the release of $14 million in childcare funding until the…
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Three hospitalized after early morning crash in Twin Falls County
Three men were rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning after a two-vehicle crash along Kimberly Road in Twin Falls County. The crash is under…
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Par Kermani
Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Par Kermani initially pursued a career in sales and marketing. In 2020, he made the decision to return to school to…
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Wyoming Governor seeks rehearing after State Supreme Court strikes down 2023 Abortion Bans
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon is calling for an immediate rehearing and a constitutional amendment after the state Supreme Court struck down two 2023…
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82-year-old driver killed in rollover crash into Salmon River
An 82-year-old Salmon man is dead after a rollover crash along the icy roads on US 93 in Lemhi County on Monday.
According to the Idaho State…
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Light the World giving campaign concludes with over 35,000 local visitors & 32,000 donated items
As the holiday lights dim and the new year begins, the Light the World Giving Machines have officially concluded their annual mission of charity.…
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David Pace
David Pace may be a familiar name to many in Eastern Idaho. Before joining Local News 8, David worked as a writer and editor for East Idaho News,…
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Idaho AG reaches settlement with Right Now Heating & Cooling over business practices
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced Friday, Dec. 2nd, that his office has reached a formal settlement with Right Now Heating, Cooling,…
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Madison County Man dies in hospital following Bonneville County deputy-involved shooting
A Madison County man has died following a shootout with law enforcement last week. Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office has now identified the man as…
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Teton County firefighters save home after nearby truck erupts into flames in Victor
A Victor home narrowly avoided a major catastrophe Monday night, after a nearby pickup truck burst into flames.
Teton County Fire & Rescue was…
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41-Year-Old Canadian charged with felony child enticement of a child following undercover ICAC investigation
A Canadian truck driver is facing felony charges of enticing a child over the internet following an undercover sting operation by the Idaho Internet…
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Teton Pass reopens ahead of schedule following 14-hour cleanup
The Idaho Transportation Department is working to help crews in Wyoming in the massive task of cleaning the Teton Pass following Monday morning’s…
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Quadruple murder suspect, Benjamin Roy Naylor, pleads guilty, avoids death penalty
The man accused of killing four people across two southern Idaho counties has accepted a plea agreement to avoid the death penalty, the Cassia County…
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IFPD: Man fatally shot after lunging for knife during domestic call
An Idaho Falls man was killed early Monday morning in an officer-involved shooting after he allegedly lunged at police with a knife during a domestic…
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ISP Dispatchers receive Distinguished Achievement Awards for role in kidnapping descue
Two Idaho State Police Regional Communications Officers are being recognized for their pivotal role in rescuing a kidnapped woman and capturing a…
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US conducts strikes in Syria in response to attack that killed two American soldiers
The US struck multiple targets in Syria on Friday that the US military tied to ISIS as retaliation for the recent attack against American troops…
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Labrador and 7 state AGs push back against Trump administration’s efforts to reschedule marijuana
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is leading a coalition of state prosecutors in voicing sharp opposition to the Trump Administration’s recent…
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Over 200 American Falls homes still without power Thursday, local High School reopens as warming shelter
More than 200 homes in American Falls remain without electricity Thursday following yesterday’s powerful storm, prompting officials to reopen…
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Nampa man arrested on seven counts of Child Exploitation
A 40-year-old Nampa man is in custody following an investigation by the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit. Attorney General Raúl…
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Power restored in Ammon following Thursday morning outage
More than 150 homes in Ammon are facing a cold Thursday morning following a power outage reported late this morning.
Rocky Mountain Power confirmed…
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All individuals involved in Pocatello Sunday morning shooting identified; Charges pending
After a thorough investigation, Pocatello detectives have identified every individual connected to a Sunday morning shooting that left a man…
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80 mph winds, wicked weather sweeps across Eastern Idaho
“Wicked” weather is wreaking havoc across the region today as a line of powerful thunderstorms sweeps through. Local News 8 is tracking this storm in…
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Driggs sex offender facing federal child exploitation charges pleads not guilty; released on home confinement
A 68-year-old Driggs man and registered sex offender is facing federal charges after allegedly sharing and promoting child sexual abuse material.…
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Early morning fire destroys vehicle and chicken coop in Idaho Falls; One injured
A fast-moving fire destroyed a vehicle and a chicken coop early Wednesday morning, leaving one resident injured and 13 chickens dead.
The Idaho…
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ISP urges drivers to secure cargo after wood impales SUV windshield
With holiday travel in full swing, the Idaho State Police is urging drivers to secure their loads after a close call on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
This…
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Former Idaho American Legion Commander, Charles Abrahamson, indicted for embezzling over $1.4 Million
Charles Thomas Abrahamson, a former commander of the Idaho American Legion, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Boise on charges of wire…
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Light the World Giving Machines arrive at Grand Teton Mall
Heads up, Idaho Falls! The globally recognized Light the World Giving Machines have arrived in Idaho Falls, offering a unique opportunity to give…
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Challis outfitters receive combined 6 Years probation, $49,000 in fines for illegal Bighorn Sheep hunts
Jerrod Randall Farr, 54, a licensed outfitter and owner of White Cloud Outfitters, and Michael Timothy Scott, 68, a licensed guide, were indicted for…
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Idaho Falls attic fire causes $175K in damage
The Idaho Falls Fire Department was called to the blaze at 10:56 p.m. Sunday at a home off East 109th North. While crews successfully extinguished…
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A Message of Light in the Darkness: Idaho Falls community Celebrates first night of Hanukkah
Southeast Idaho’s small but rapidly growing Jewish community ushered in the Festival of Lights across the region Sunday, marking the traditional…
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Two east Idaho methamphetamine dealers sentenced to 5 years in federal prison
Two methamphetamine dealers in separate Eastern Idaho cases were each sentenced to five years in federal prison for drug distribution, U.S. Attorney…
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Hadley Bodell
Hadley Bodell is Local News 8’s Pocatello multimedia journalist. She is a student at Idaho State University studying Multiplatform Journalism with…
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50-year-old Idaho man dies from Flu as officials urge immediate vaccination
This marks the second influenza-associated death of the season in the Gem State. Last flu season, 87 people were reported to have died from…
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Pocatello PD honors K9 Frank, who served for over 5 Years
The Pocatello Police Department is honoring K9 Frank, a seven-year-old yellow lab who has faithfully served the Pocatello Police Department for a…
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Kidnapping charges dropped against BYU-Idaho student in Idaho Falls Costco incident
Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal has announced a press conference regarding the alleged kidnapping that occurred at the Idaho Falls Costco…
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U of I killer, Bryan Kohberger, reportedly threatening self-harm in bid to force prison transfer
Confessed killer and inmate Bryan Kohberger is reportedly considering desperate measures to force the Idaho Department of Corrections to move him…
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“We’re Heartbroken”: Zoo Idaho mourns the passing of beloved Mountain Lion, Sinbad
Tuesday, Zoo Idaho staff in Pocatello announced the passing of Sinbad, the beloved mountain lion who had been a resident at the facility for the last…
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Two-vehicle crash on Yellowstone HWY sends one driver to hospital with minor injuries
A two-vehicle crash on Yellowstone Highway in Idaho Falls on Wednesday morning sent one person to a local hospital with minor injuries. The crash…
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Wind gusts and scattered rain expected before Wednesday warm-up
We’re tracking more wind for Tuesday, with a 30% chance of scattered rain in the Snake River Plain throughout most of the day. Scattered snow showers…
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Blackfoot Man dies in Caribou County ATV rollover crash
A 58-year-old Blackfoot man died Saturday night after a single-vehicle rollover crash in Caribou County.
The Idaho State Police says the man was…
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