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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AG Labrador warns Charity Scams spike during the Holiday season
With the holiday giving season underway, the Idaho Attorney General’s Office is urging Idahoans to remain vigilant against deceptive charity scams.…
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Unseasonably warm temps and breezy conditions settle in for the week
Expect higher temperatures across eastern Idaho and western Wyoming over the next week with highs well above freezing. Highs could get as warm as the…
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Teton Pass closed Sunday morning for Avalanche Testing
Heads up, drivers! The Teton Pass along highway 22 from Teton County, Idaho, to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is scheduled for a closure this weekend for…
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Help Idaho Falls Firefighters “Fill the Ambulance” for Local Kids
The clock is ticking! There’s only one week left to help local firefighters “Fill the Ambulance” with new, unwrapped toys for local children. The toy…
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Lock Your Doors: Rexburg Police issue urgent warning after overnight crime spree
The Rexburg Police Department took to Facebook to issue an urgent warning, confirming that several stolen vehicles were allegedly used in a string of…
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Special Olympics Idaho calls on Gem State Businesses for National Team support
“Our Idaho athletes have worked incredibly hard to earn their place on this national stage,” said Special Olympics Idaho CEO, Kristi Kraft.…
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Bannock County community gathers at Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge this Sunday; Governor directs flags to half-staff
This Sunday, December 7th, the Bannock County community is taking the chance to remember, reflect, and stand together, while marking the 84th…
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New Pocatello Mayor and City Council to be sworn in on January 8th
The City of Pocatello has announced that Mayor-Elect Mark Dahlquist and the new City Council Members will take their oaths of office on Thursday,…
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Guns N’ Hoses charity game raises funds for Youth Hockey & First Responders
Tonight, Dec. 3rd, the 2025 Guns N’ Hoses hockey fundraiser hits the ice at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls, celebrating local first…
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Fundraiser luncheon supports Bonneville County ‘Shop With A Cop’
Happening today, December 3rd, from 11:30 AM to 1 PM, the Outback Steakhouse on Lindsay Blvd in Idaho Falls is hosting a special…
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Power restored in Malad City after overnight blackout
3,100 people in Malad are currently without power, after an equipment failure early Tuesday afternoon. In a press release, Rocky Mountain Power said…
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Pocatello, Idaho Falls Runoff Elections Wrap Up Tonight at 8 PM
The 2025 election wraps up tonight, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, as polls are now open for critical runoff elections in both Idaho Falls and Pocatello.…
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Idaho Sheriffs to State Leadership: Mental Health Cuts Have ‘Real-World Public-Safety Consequences’
The Idaho Sheriff’s Association today released a blistering letter to state leaders, expressing “deep concern” that state-approved cuts to behavioral…
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D91 pledges to “maintain safe environment & reduce distractions” as schools host run-off election
Idaho Falls School District 91 students will head to class tomorrow, coinciding with the crucial Idaho Falls Mayoral Run-Off election. The decision…
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Southeast Idaho prepares to ‘Light Up the Night’ at Fourth Annual Community Chanukah Celebration
Southeast Idaho’s growing Jewish community is inviting residents of all backgrounds to once again “light up the night” for the Fourth Annual…
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Eastern Idaho doctor killed in single-vehicle crash on Thanksgiving night
A 46-year-old Bingham County man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Thanksgiving night in Bonneville County. The incident occurred on 15th West…
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Lemhi County warns some property taxes double-charged due to US Bank error
The Lemhi County Treasurer and Tax Collector’s office has issued an urgent public alert regarding a bank error that has resulted in some property tax…
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Boise semi-truck driver airlifted after fiery I-15 rollover crash near Arimo
A Boise semi-truck driver was airlifted to a local hospital last night after his vehicle rolled over and caught fire on Interstate 15 near…
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Idaho Falls Power lineman rescues cat from high-voltage perch
Concerned Idaho Falls residents spotted the cat last night and took to social media to ask for help. An IFP lineman was dispatched to the scene,…
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Missing WWII Soldier from Wilder, Idaho, Identified Decades Later
After nearly eighty years, an Idaho soldier is finally coming home. This June, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency identified the body of U.S. Army…
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DHW links Raw Milk to rise in E. coli and Campylobacter cases in Idaho
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is investigating a significant and recent surge in illnesses linked to the consumption of raw,…
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Pocatello Police’s annual “Give the Cops a Bird” food drive gathers over $4,000 and 71 Turkeys
In a post on Facebook, Pocatello Police officers said they couldn’t have done this without the support of the amazing community.
“Your generosity,…
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Recount confirms Elmore County winners after initial election count misses 373 votes
“In order for our elections to work, voters must have confidence that their votes will count,” said Secretary of State McGrane. “Today we…
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60-Year-Old arrested following drunken disturbance/standoff in Idaho Falls parking lot
A 60-year-old Idaho Falls man was arrested Sunday evening after a drunken disturbance in the parking lot of Boozers/Shari’s off Broadway in Idaho…
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Two men arrested after fleeing from traffic stop, crashing in Idaho Falls yard
Two men are now in custody after crashing into an Idaho Falls neighborhood while fleeing a traffic stop early Monday morning, November 24, 2025.
The…
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ISP increasing Thanksgiving patrols as record numbers hit Idaho roads
“Thanksgiving weekend can often turn deadly as it combines heavy traffic with winter weather, and that means drivers need to slow down and give…
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Idaho agriculture icon Carl Hobbs, Spudnik co-founder, passes away at 96
Carl Hobbs, an icon in Idaho’s agricultural history who co-founded the globally recognized Spudnik Equipment Company and revolutionized potato…
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Pocatello Regional Airport adds second daily Delta Flight to Salt Lake
Starting next year, travelers flying out of the Pocatello Regional Airport will have more options when traveling to Salt Lake City. The airport…
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750,000 acre-feet of new water storage by 2100: Idaho leaders/farmers develop long-term water plan
A group of Idaho leaders, including state representatives, city officials, and farmers, recently returned from Washington, D.C., after successful…
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Bonneville County man arrested on Felony Rape charges of 16-year-old
A 27-year-old Bonneville County man, Jose Luis Silvas, was arrested yesterday morning, November 20, 2025, and is facing a Felony Rape charge after…
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LDS Church lowers missionary age for young women to 18
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a major change to its full-time missionary service. Effective immediately, young women…
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Inmate dies in custody at Bannock County Detention Center
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation and review following the death of an adult male inmate who died of a…
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Teton County Sheriff’s Office seizes over a kilogram of cocaine during traffic stop near Victor
A routine traffic stop led to a major drug seizure in Teton County, as the Sheriff’s Office recovered more than a kilogram of cocaine valued at over…
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Idaho Family Policy Center proposes renaming State Highway 16 the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway”
Idaho State Highway 16 could soon get a new name. The Idaho Family Policy Center (IFPC) is partnering with state lawmakers to introduce a bill during…
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Pocatello Mayoral Run-Off Debate
The Dec. 2nd Pocatello Mayoral Run-Off election is rapidly approaching. Tonight, November 19, Local News 8 is bringing you the Pocatello Mayoral…
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Wyoming Man charged with felony kidnapping after missing Utah teen found in Idaho
A Wyoming man is now in custody after a multi-state search for a 16-year-old girl reported missing out of Utah.
Anthony Holm, 42, of Star Valley,…
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Simpson backs effort to codify Trump’s reintroduced Presidential Fitness Test for American students
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced he is cosponsoring a bill to permanently establish the Presidential Fitness Test in national schools, as the…
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$10 Christmas Tree permits available now from BLM in southeast Idaho
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering Idahoans an early cup of holiday cheer! Through December 24, 2025, the BLM is issuing $10 Christmas…
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Idaho Corporate Exec Pleads Guilty to Insider Trading
A prominent Idaho corporate executive has pleaded guilty to insider trading related to a 2024 corporate acquisition. According to court documents,…
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“This is a Nightmare”: Goncalves Family/Moscow community denounces Lifetime movie based on Idaho Murders
A planned Lifetime movie based on the murders of four University of Idaho college students by Bryan Kohberger has been met with a wave of online…
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Idaho State Rep. Lance Clow resigns, citing health concerns
A lengthy career in Idaho politics is coming to an early close. Long-time Twin Falls Republican lawmaker Lance Clow announced Thursday that he will…
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Bryan Kohberger ordered to pay additional restitution to victims’ families
Confessed killer Bryan Kohberger has been ordered to pay more than $3,000 in additional restitution to the families of two University of Idaho…
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GoFundMe launched for widow of Idaho man and son killed in tragic ‘murder hornet’ attack
The Idaho community is rallying to support a local family following a devastating tragedy in Southeast Asia, where a Bonners Ferry woman’s husband…
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Get Protected: Eastern Idaho Public Health offers free Flu Vaccines Clinics
“Vaccination is important for protecting yourself and your loved ones from illness,” adds Eastern Idaho Public Health. “Flu viruses are constantly…
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Gem State remembers four murdered University of Idaho students on third anniversary
Thursday, November 13, 2025, marks the solemn three-year anniversary of the devastating murders of four University of Idaho students.
In the years…
Federal Judge dismisses “absurd” and “outlandish” Satanic Temple challenge to Idaho Abortion Law with prejudice
Attorney General Raúl Labrador applauded the decision, hailing it as a significant legal victory for the state.
“Idaho’s pro-life laws protect both…
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State and local leaders head to D.C. to push for federal funding to solve Idaho’s water troubles
A delegation of Idaho state representatives, city leaders, and farmers is traveling to Washington, D.C. next week, hoping to secure crucial federal…
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Out of state fisherman finds human remains in Lemhi County
The fisherman, who was feeling cold after fishing in the rugged Salmon River Canyon, spotted the remains while climbing up a hillside to warm up. The…
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Idaho Falls and Nampa men arrested in two cases of child exploitation
Last week, the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children task force arrested two Idaho men in separate cases for alleged sexual exploitation of a child,…
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Teton County first responders manage triple emergency, remind drivers to ‘Yield to Emergency Vehicles’
Teton County first responders successfully juggled a series of three simultaneous emergencies Wednesday morning, despite being stretched thin by…
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Minor earthquake rattles Southeast Idaho overnight
A small earthquake was reported early Wednesday morning, while residents of southeast Idaho slept.
According to the United States Geological Survey,…
Continue Reading West Idaho man sentenced to 15 years for enticing children online in undercover sting
Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced today that Garrett Ray Vanni, 38, of Boise, was sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for attempting to…
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Fatal accident west of Rigby claims life of 16-year-old driver
A 16-year-old boy from Menan, Idaho, was killed in a single-vehicle car accident late last night, Monday, November 10, in Jefferson…
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Nuclear submarine USS Idaho hits the water, passes ‘Alpha’ Trials with flying colors
Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Idaho, has reached another major milestone toward joining the U.S. Navy Fleet. The sub, currently…
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Carrie Scheid posthumously named 2025 Cecil D. Andrus Volunteer of the Year
Idaho Falls community leader Carrie Scheid, who passed away late last month, is set to be posthumously honored with the 2025 Cecil D. Andrus…
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Bonneville County moves up early voting start for December Runoff
Bonneville County residents are set to head back to the polls sooner than expected as the upcoming runoff elections take shape. On Monday, the…
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Dump Truck collision knocks out power in Idaho Falls neighborhood; 20 customers affected
Crews with Idaho Falls Power are responding to a power outage currently affecting 20 customers in the area bordered by Ray Street, Grace Avenue, and…
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Major Blackfoot road closure starts Monday: West Bridge Street shut down for sewer upgrade
Drivers in Blackfoot — listen up! A major road closure is coming next week.
Starting Monday, November 10th, a section of West Bridge Street will…
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LDS Church names Elder Gérald Caussé to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
The faith officially announced today that Elder Gérald Caussé, a 62-year-old native of Bordeaux, France, will be the newest apostle. He was called…
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NWS confirms EF-0 tornado touched down in Rigby late October
The twister touched down around 1:45 p.m. on October 27th near N 3950 E. The brief but powerful storm path spanned approximately 200 yards long and…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport confirms normal operations despite national flight reductions
Good news for travelers flying out of Idaho Falls, the FAA’s new 10% flight cuts will not impact the Idaho Falls Regional Airport directly.
IDA…
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‘Operation Green Light’: Bannock County joins national effort to support veterans
If you’ve been in Pocatello this week, you may have noticed a change in lighting around town. The Bannock County courthouse is lit up in green as…
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Harwood Elementary closure extended through Thursday
Jefferson School District 251 has extended a school closure for Harwood Elementary, after a minor pipe break caused flooding earlier this…
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Island Park mourns unexpected loss of Fire Chief Nathanael Brandemihl at 45
The Island Park community is mourning the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Nathanael Brandemihl, who died at his home on Saturday, November 1st, at…
Continue Reading Mayor Blad ousted as candidates Greg Cates & Mark Dahlquist head to runoff election
Pocatello is headed for a high-stakes mayoral runoff on December 2, 2025, guaranteeing that the city will have a new leader in 2026. The final tally…
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Scott Stufflebeam secures Blackfoot Mayoral Victory; Shoyo takes D55 Trustee post by a whisper
The official results are finalized for the Bingham County 2025 municipal elections, confirming a tight victory for Scott D. Stufflebeam, who narrowly…
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Idaho Falls Election Results: Burtenshaw and Alldridge head to runoff in Mayoral Election
As the final tallies are processed from Idaho Falls’ municipal election, the results show two City Council seats have been secured, while the highly…
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Two drivers walk away after crash in downtown Idaho Falls
Two drivers fortunately walked away without injury after a late-afternoon crash Tuesday at the intersection of Broadway and Park Avenue near the Celt…
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Two lanes open on I-15 northbound as ITD works on Riverton Road Bridge
As engineers continue to assess the damage and necessary repairs on Riverton Road Bridge, the Idaho Department of Transportation has taken further…
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Two hospitalized after an alleged drowsy cement truck driver causes multi-vehicle crash at 17th & Yellowstone
Idaho Falls Police and Fire are currently on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash involving a cement mixer that has completely closed the intersection…
Continue Reading Harwood Elementary closed tomorrow (Nov. 5) due to pipe break
Jefferson School District 251 announced Tuesday afternoon that Harwood Elementary will be closed on Wednesday, November 5th, due to flooding caused…
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Rexburg Police nab suspected tagger who targeted 35+ local businesses in vandalism spree
After a multi-month tagging spree targeting local businesses, the Rexburg Police Department announced Tuesday morning, November 4th, that the…
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Sheriff’s Office warn of jury duty scam surge in Bonneville County
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is issuing an urgent warning following a significant uptick in jury duty scams hitting the area. In the…
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Pocatello Police launch 7th annual “Give the Cops a Bird” Thanksgiving food drive
For the 7th year in a row, the Pocatello Police Department is bringing back a seasonal partnership with the local Idaho Food Bank ahead of the…
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Wyoming Governor Gordon steps in amid SNAP crisis
As millions nationwide brace for reduced Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits this month due to the ongoing government shutdown, the…
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Suspicious Death Investigation underway in Bannock County
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has opened an investigation into the suspicious death of a young man following the discovery of his body…
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“It’s My Biggest Regret”: Mayor Blad admits to lack of response to Perez Shooting ahead of Mayoral Election
Just days before the November 4th mayoral election, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has become the subject of a fresh wave of intense public criticism and…
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Motorcyclist dies after prolonged hospital stay following highway 26 crash near Swan Valley
A 69-year-old Idaho Falls man passed away last week, succumbing to injuries he received in a grisly motorcycle crash near Swan Valley early last…
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Credit card scammers targeting elderly women arrested in drug-fueled Ammon traffic stop
A small group of alleged scammers is in custody after a traffic stop led to the arrests of five men and one woman accused of preying on multiple…
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Murder charges filed in 2021 disappearance of Idaho child Michael Vaughn
The Payette County Prosecutor’s Office has officially filed murder charges in the case of Michael Vaughn, the 5-year-old boy who vanished from his…
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Construction Alert: Hitt Road/25th East closure starts today for lane improvements
Starting today, Oct. 29, crews with the Bonneville County contractor Knife River will begin work to improve the right northbound lane of 25th East…
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USDA cuts block 370,000 pounds of meat and produce from Idaho Food Banks
Idaho food banks lost out on 370,000 pounds of food shipments from May through September due to massive cuts to The Emergency Food Assistance Program…
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Camp Hayden to host 6th Annual Special Needs Trunk or Treat, Saturday in Idaho Falls
Camp Hayden is set to host its 6th annual Special Needs Trunk or Treat this Saturday, November 1st, offering a completely accessible Halloween…
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Gov. Little returns from “productive” D.C. trip, Idaho Democrats denounce “cruel” withholding of SNAP benefits
Governor Little summed up his visit as “productive and patriotic,” saying he covered “a lot of ground” in his discussions with the President and his…
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Blackfoot firefighters, aided by off-duty/volunteer crews, tackle structure fire in 30 minutes
Over the weekend, a small crew of Blackfoot firefighters, with the help of volunteers and off-duty personnel, tackled a dangerous structure fire in…
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Live Video: Local News 8/Chamber of Commerce host Idaho Falls Mayoral Debate
With Election Day just a week away, Local News 8 and the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce are hosting a special mayoral debate on Wednesday,…
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Habitat Improvement Team allocates over $900,000 for 5 Southeast Idaho conservation projects
Five conservation projects across southeast Idaho have received a major boost to enhance and protect the Gem State’s landscapes and wildlife…
Continue Reading Coroner ID’s Pocatello man in Fatal I-15 Crash
The name of the Pocatello man killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 in Bannock County on Friday has been officially released.
Bannock…
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Yellowstone National Park: Major road closures south of Mammoth due to wicked winter weather
The park issued the closure after a challenging day on the roads. On Sunday, October 26, Yellowstone staff responded to more than 30 motor vehicle…
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Debate Drama: Idaho Falls Mayoral hopeful responds to controversial religious question at candidate forum
Idaho Falls Mayoral candidate Jeff Alldridge is publicly addressing what he calls “wild rumors” following a controversial moment at a recent mayoral…
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