Honduran national sentenced to Decades in prison for lewd conduct with a child
A 53-year-old Honduran man could spend close to three decades in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a seven-year-old Idaho Falls…
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TikTok “psychic” appeals $10M judgment over false University of Idaho murder claims
The self-proclaimed “psychic crime-solver” ordered to pay $10 million for falsely linking a University of Idaho professor to the 2022 Moscow student…
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New Idaho Law mandates parental consent and age verification for social media
A new law intends to regulate and limit social media use for Idaho minors, but critics warn the state could be walking into a lawsuit.
On April 2nd,…
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Artemis II Splash Down
History is just hours away. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, alongside CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy…
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Investigation confirms “Snake Fire” sparked by out-of-control burn
New details have emerged surrounding the origins of the Snake Fire, which consumed 30 acres in Jefferson and Madison Counties before crews gained the…
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Immediate burn ban issued for Jefferson County following 30-acre Snake Fire
Following a massive multi-agency response to the Snake Fire on Thursday night, the Central Fire District in Jefferson County has issued an immediate…
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ISP investigates I-84 hit-and-run involving school bus
Idaho State Police is investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a school bus crippled and several students stranded on Interstate 84 Thursday…
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Snake Fire: Madison Sheriff lifts evacuation order as fire is contained
Fire crews are combating a small wildfire spreading north of Rigby towards Bonneville and Madison Counties. Wildland firefighters on the scene have…
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Health Alert: Possible Measles exposure at Boise Airport
The Department of Health and Welfare is issuing a public health alert to Idaho travelers following possible measles exposure at the Boise Airport…
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Sheriff’s Office: Missing Idaho Falls Man Found Safe
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help in finding 20-year-old Colton G. McMinn of Idaho Falls, who hasn’t been…
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Grand Teton begins 196-acre prescribed burn near Mormon Row
Grand Teton National Park is starting prescribed burns today just east of the Jackson Hole airport. Around 196 acres will be burned as part of the…
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Ford recalls 420,000 Trucks and SUVs over failing windshield wipers
Ford Recalls 420,000 Trucks and SUVs Over Failing Windshield…
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Suspect identified in deadly Power County Shooting
Authorities have identified the suspect responsible for a violent shooting that left two Pocatello residents dead and two others injured in northern…
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Prosecutor objects to probation sentence for man who struck Idaho Falls Police Officer
The Bonneville County Prosecutor’s Office is publicly speaking out against a sentence handed down to an Idaho Falls man found guilty of felony…
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‘In Excellent Hands’: Captain Wes Wheatley tapped to lead Blackfoot Police
The City of Blackfoot has chosen its new Police Chief. Captain Wes Wheatley has been chosen to helm the Blackfoot Police Department, following a…
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Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general
The Department of Justice said Wednesday that Pam Bondi will not appear for her upcoming deposition in the House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey…
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Last-Minute Deal: President Trump announces two-week ceasefire reached to open Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States and Iran have reached a two-week ceasefire agreement, just hours before his ultimatum…
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Domestic call leads to seizure of 6 pounds of marijuana; Ammon man arrested
A 21-year-old Ammon man is in custody facing felony drug charges after Sheriff’s Deputies discovered a large cache of narcotics while responding to a…
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Hunting named Idaho’s state sport thanks to Twin Falls 4th grader
Nine-year-old Betty Grandy stood alongside the Governor for the signing ceremony, marking the end of a legislative journey that saw the young…
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Missing West Yellowstone Man found safe
A West Yellowstone man reported missing since Sunday has been safely found and reunited with his family, ending a multi-day…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced to 20 years for 2024 Melaleuca parking lot shooting
An Idaho Falls man, Logan Dakota Stephens, will spend up to the next 20 years in prison for shooting a 35-year-old bystander during a confrontation…
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Coroner names Pocatello residents killed in Friday shooting along Tank Farm Road
Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner identified the victims as 40-year-old Brandon Lee Madden and 36-year-old Amanda Ann Christian, both of…
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Exploding propane tank sparks fire at Idaho Falls home
A local family’s home is still standing tonight thanks to the quick response of Idaho Falls firefighters following a possible propane explosion…
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Sky’s the Limit: Portneuf invites Idaho youth to name new rescue helicopter
The Porneuf Medical Center is asking Idaho’s youth for help naming its new air medical rescue helicopter.
From now until 11:59 pm MST on April 21,…
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New US-30 wildlife crossings near Montpelier breaks ground this month
“This project is equally important to both ITD and Idaho Fish and Game and has received broad support from the Bear Lake County community because…
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TCSAR urges caution as Spring transitions lead to to back-to-back emergency calls
After a weekend of back-to-back emergency missions, Teton County Search and Rescue is reminding outdoor enthusiasts of the danger that comes with…
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Lunar Flyby: Artemis II set to break all-time deep space record today
More than half a century after the dust settled on the final Apollo moonwalk, humanity is back in the lunar neighborhood. Monday, April 6th, marks…
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Man arrested after exposing at Temple Square ahead of LDS General Conference
A man is behind bars in Salt Lake today after allegedly exposing himself to downtown crowds before the Saturday morning session of the General…
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Building Idaho’s New Workforce: Six locals graduate from ICONIC training program
Six Idahoans are trading graduation tassels in favor of hard hats, as they take a running start into a new career. Through the ICONIC Program, a…
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Another effort to force federal immigration partnership on Idaho law enforcement dies in the Senate
On Thursday, April 2, Senator Mark Harris (R-Soda Springs) asked the chamber to reject amendments to Senate Bill 1247.
The rejected amendments…
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DOJ sues Idaho over alleged failure to turn over voter registration records
A new legal battle is brewing between the federal government and the state of Idaho. On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights…
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President Trump to address the nation amid waning public support for Iran conflict
President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a primetime Address to the Nation tonight at 9:00 pm ET (7:00 pm MST) to provide what the…
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“Humanity’s next great voyage begins”: NASA’s Artemis II Launches to the Moon
The countdown has officially begun at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida as the agency prepares for the historic Artemis II test flight. NASA…
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Gov. Little signs trans bathroom criminalization bill amid statewide rallies
Governor Brad Little has signed a new bill into law criminalizing the use of public bathrooms not matching biological sex. The new law marks a…
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SCOTUS set to to tackle Birthright Citizenship Wednesday; Idaho AG backs Trump’s executive order
The United States Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments tomorrow, April 1, in the landmark case Trump v. Barbara, a legal battle…
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Idaho Legislature passes bill requiring schools/doctors to report ‘social transitions’ to parents
A bill aimed at ending what supporters call “secretive transitions” in Idaho schools and healthcare settings is heading to the Governor’s desk. House…
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The Countdown Begins: NASA holds pre-launch news conference ahead of historic Artemis II mission
The countdown has officially begun at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida as the agency prepares for the historic Artemis II test flight. NASA…
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Bingham County shooting: 56-year-old man dead, woman shot in face during domestic dispute
A Shelley man is dead, and a woman remains in critical condition with an apparent gunshot wound to the face after an early morning shooting that…
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NTSB: Pilot Error caused November single-engine plane crash in Snake River
Federal investigators have officially determined pilot error led to last November’s single-engine plane crash in the Snake River near Blackfoot.…
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ISP investigating Sunday afternoon semi-truck rollover near Butte City
A semi-truck crash on State Highway 33 caused major delays on Sunday afternoon. Fortunately, first responders say the driver involved walked away…
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Idaho Senate passes bill criminalizing use of public bathrooms not matching biological sex
A controversial proposal that would criminalize those using public bathrooms that don’t match an individual’s biological sex is heading to Governor…
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“Tireless advocate” for Shoshone-Bannock Tribes identified as victim in fatal I-15 semi-truck crash
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes are mourning the loss of William “Bill” F. Bacon, a longtime Tribal Judge and “tireless advocate” who passed away…
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Gov. Little signs privacy bill sheilding release of U of I crime scene photos; new video shows Kohberger discussing “Moscow thing”
Governor Brad Little has signed Senate Bill 1250 into law, officially blocking the release of crime scene photos of the victims of the 2022…
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Idaho Sheriffs slam D.C. pressure to resurrect failed immigration enforcement bill
The Idaho Sheriffs’ Association is pushing back against what it calls a “deliberate attempt” by out-of-state political forces to resurrect a…
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Police tip leads to 20-year combined sentence for Pocatello drug duo
Two convicted fentanyl traffickers will spend a combined 20 years in federal prison after a police tip led parole officers to uncover their drug…
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Pocatello man killed in head-on collision with semi-truck on I-15
A crash involving a semi-truck and a passenger car has stalled traffic along I-15 Southbound near E Center St. in Pocatello. Authorities are…
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6,000+ Idaho families apply for private education tax credits in program’s first year
The application window for the inaugural year of Idaho’s Parental Choice Tax Credit has closed, and the final numbers exceeded expectations. A total…
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Bonus Break: Spring Break just got longer for Bingham County students
During last month’s District 52 Board meeting on Wednesday, February 18, the board members unanimously voted to extend this year’s Spring Break.…
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Rupert man killed in Tuesday night motorcycle crash near Heyburn
Idaho State Police is investigating a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 20-year-old Rupert man on Tuesday…
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‘Jay touched the lives of many’: Former Pocatello missionary and BYU-I student identified in fatal crash
The family of a BYU-Idaho student killed in a rollover crash near Preston last weekend has identified him as John “Jay” Mills. Mills, a Georgia…
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Wanted felon arrested with cash, drugs, and firearm in Bonneville County traffic stop
What began as a routine traffic stop on Tuesday, March 24, ended in a felony arrest after deputies discovered a cache of drugs, cash, and a handgun…
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The long journey home: Second-oldest American returns to the Gem State to be laid to rest
One of the oldest women in the world is making one final journey back to Idaho, where she’ll be laid to rest.
Bonita Gibson, who passed away in…
Continue Reading Crash blocks I-15 north of Blackfoot; Hay bales littering roadway
A crash along Southbound I-15 is causing significant delays for travelers north of Blackfoot.
According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the…
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Two historic southeast Idaho Coca-Cola bottling plants set to close, new facility opening 2027
“This investment will provide a modernized working environment for our employees and additional capacity to service our customers,” Swire Senior…
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Butte County inmate back in custody after escape, car chase
An inmate who escaped a Butte County jail and led police on a brief car chase Monday morning is back in custody.
According to the Butte County…
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Pocatello Police warn ISU students of campus public safety phone scam
The Pocatello Police Department is warning Idaho State University students to be on high alert after reports of scammers impersonating campus Public…
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National Guard and Challis search and rescue team save injured man on Idaho summit
Search and rescue teams successfully performed a daring high-altitude helicopter rescue Saturday to save an injured 27-year-old man stranded near the…
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Medicaid work requirements bill heads to Idaho House
The Idaho House is set to debate a new bill that would introduce strict work requirements for the state’s Medicaid expansion program.
House Bill…
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Volunteers, off-duty crews step up to cover overlapping Blackfoot emergencies
The Blackfoot Fire Department is applauding the quick action by off-duty firefighters and volunteers after multiple emergency calls stretched its…
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From gusty and warm Saturday to cool and sunny Sunday
Increasing cloud cover and gusty winds set in on Saturday with highs in the mid 70’s. Winds will be from the west southwest 20 to 25 mph, with gusts…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced in major Wyoming-Idaho cocaine trafficking conspiracy
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming is touting the final sentencing in a three-year investigation that dismantled a major…
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West Idaho man sentenced to 25 Years for possession of AI-generated child porn
A Canyon County man will spend up to the next 25 years in prison following an investigation that uncovered over 100 files of child pornography on his…
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Governor Little signs mandatory “moment of silence” bill for Idaho schools
Governor Brad Little has officially signed House Bill 623 into law, mandating that all Idaho public schools begin the instructional day with a…
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Pocatello couple charged with felony child abuse after violent incident at East Idaho Aquarium
Left: Zachary Olpin, Right: Megan Olpin. Both charged with Felony Injury to a Child and Misdemeanor Injury to a Child. Megan Olpin faces an…
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Local man charged with felony eluding, drug possession following 115 MPH chase on I-15
A 32-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly leading Idaho State Police on a dramatic high-speed chase that topped 115 MPH and…
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Ada County Coroner identifies cause of death for Nampa Mayor
“We are heartbroken over the sudden passing of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam. Rick served with a genuine heart for public service and an unwavering…
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Student faces disciplinary action after igniting bathroom fire at Hobbs Middle School
A Hobbs Middle School student is facing disciplinary action after allegedly using stolen science lab equipment to start a fire in a boys’ restroom on…
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Judge Steven Boyce announces re-election campaign
Judge Steven Boyce has officially announced his re-election campaign for Idaho’s Seventh Judicial District, setting the stage for the region’s…
Continue Reading Menan man injured in Tuesday morning rollover on Highway 33
A 43-year-old Menan man is recovering this afternoon after being injured in a rollover crash along State Highway 33 Tuesday morning, March…
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Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal announces bid for District Judge
Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal has officially thrown his hat into the ring for District Judge in Idaho’s Seventh Judicial…
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Idaho AG: Idaho Falls teacher charged with child sexual exploitation following ICAC investigation
A 34-year-old Idaho Falls school teacher is facing multiple felony charges after an investigation by the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children unit.…
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Gov. Little signs sweeping budget cuts as Democrats blast ‘self-inflicted’ revenue shortfall
Governor Brad Little signed the 2026 Budget Rescissions Act into law late Monday night without fanfare, narrowly beating a deadline to approve the…
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City of Roberts lifts drinking water advisory
The City of Roberts has officially lifted its drinking water advisory today, after laboratory testing confirmed the water supply is safe to…
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Driver killed in rollover crash after striking elk on U.S. 33
An early morning accident on U.S. 33 turned deadly Tuesday after a driver struck an elk and was thrown from the vehicle.
According to Teton County…
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Pocatello man charged after alleged bomb threat at local bar
A local man faces a new felony charge after allegedly claiming to have a bomb during a weekend altercation at the Bourbon Barrel Bar.
Bret Kynaston…
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25 Volunteers brave slick conditions to rescue injured skier
A 28-year-old skier is recovering after a grueling three-and-a-half-hour rescue operation on Taylor Mountain this past Friday.
The incident took…
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Utah jury finds Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband
Closing arguments began Monday in the high-profile murder trial of Kouri Richins, the Utah mother accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric…
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Coroner identifys 31-year-old killed in motorcycle crash on I-15
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in coordination with the Idaho State Police ISP, has released the identity of the man killed in a motorcycle…
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Second mistrial declared in case against local contractor accused of stealing thousands
For the second time, a jury has failed to reach a verdict in the case of Brandon Cook, a local contractor accused of defrauding homeowners of…
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One in custody following Friday night shooting in Challis
An unnamed person is recovering Monday after a weekend shooting in Challis sent them to the hospital.
According to the Custer County Sheriff’s…
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I-15 Closed North of Idaho Falls Due to Hazardous Conditions
Hazardous driving conditions and low visibility have forced the closure of Interstate 15 in both directions North of Idaho Falls.
As of 11:48 AM,…
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Madison County officials issue warning over surge in passport scams
Madison County officials are sounding the alarm following a recent spike in scams related to passport applications.
Madison County staff have…
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ITD issues St. Patrick’s Day warning: “Buzzed driving is drunk driving”
As Idahoans gear up for St. Patrick’s Day 2026 celebrations this weekend through Tuesday, March 17, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has a…
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IDOC searching for 57-year-old who allegedly fled supervised parole
The Idaho Department of Correction is searching for a convicted felon who failed to report to his parole officer earlier this month.
57-year-old…
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High Winds: Multiple crashes and major closures along I-15
Damaging winds gusting between 30 and 40 MPH are wreaking havoc across Eastern Idaho today. A High Wind Warning remains in effect for the region…
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Dylan Carder
Dylan Carder is a native Idahoan who is in his third stint at KIFI Local News 8. Born in Burley and raised in Rupert, the Minico High School graduate…
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TPUSA ‘This is the Turning Point Tour’ to stop at University of Idaho this April
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) is hitting the road this April as part of a newly announced nationwide campus tour honoring the legacy of its late founder,…
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Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office closes nearly 7-year-old missing person case
The Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office has officially closed a nearly seven-year-old missing persons investigation after investigators positively…
Continue Reading Idaho Democrats blast GOP for blocking Minority Report criticizing bill on trans students
Idaho House Democrats are decrying what they call an ‘egregious abuse of supermajority power’ after the Republican supermajority voted to suspend…
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Wyoming Governor signs “Human Heartbeat Act” into law
Governor Mark Gordon has signed Wyoming’s “Human Heartbeat Act,” the state’s strict new abortion ban. The legislation, also known as HB 126,…
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Idaho House passes proposal urging U.S. Supreme Court to overturn same-sex marriage
The Idaho House has approved a controversial memorial calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its landmark 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges,…
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Convicted drug trafficker back in custody after K-9 finds meth during Idaho Falls traffic stop
A 41-year-old man on parole for drug trafficking faces new felony charges after Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies discovered methamphetamine…
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Idaho Transportation Dept. warns of statewide DMV text message scam
The Idaho Transportation Department is urgently warning residents about a wave of scam text messages spreading across the state.
“Scammers are…
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First grizzly of the spring spotted scavenging in Yellowstone
On March 9th, Yellowstone biologists reported the first grizzly bear sighting of the spring season, signaling the end of winter…
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Benjamin Naylor sentenced to life without parole for southern Idaho killings
The man charged with killing four people across two southern Idaho counties is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Monday, Benjamin…
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Mental health incident triggers evacuation at Jackson Albertsons
The Albertsons grocery store on Buffalo Way in Jackson, Wyoming, was evacuated Monday afternoon after police were forced to subdue a person…
Continue Reading Idaho House Committee advances bill to repeal voter-approved medicaid expansion
In a swift and controversial move, the Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee voted 10–6 on Monday to introduce a bill that would repeal…
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Jury convicts Idaho Falls woman in illegal massage parlor trafficking case
A 60-year-old woman faces a potential 40-year prison sentence in connection with an illegal massage parlor.
On March 6, a jury found Xue Fang Lu,…
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Salmon’s Baker Country Market to rebuild following devastating fire
The owners of the Baker Country Market have officially announced they will rebuild the store. The decision comes just two weeks after a catastrophic…
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$8K in Damage – Sheriff’s Deputies investigating vandalism at Blacktail Park
Suspected acts of vandalism have forced the closure of Blacktail Park, potentially delaying its seasonal opening, leaving Bonneville County with an…
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