USGS: Webcam records largest Black Diamond Pool eruption since 2024 explosion
The United States Geological Survey has released footage of a sizeable hydrothermal eruption at Black Diamond Pool. This latest event marks the…
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Scam Alert: ITD warns of new wave of DMV and court scam texts
The Idaho Transportation Department is sounding the alarm as a new wave of fraudulent text messages sweeps across the Gem State. These messages are…
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ACLU challenges Idaho’s law criminalizing transgender bathroom use
The ACLU of Idaho filed a federal lawsuit Thursday challenging House Bill 752, an expansion of Idaho’s existing trans bathroom ban that criminalizes…
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From Pocatello to Rexburg: Eastern Idaho libraries and shops gear up for Free Comic Book Day 2026
Calling all caped crusaders and pop culture enthusiasts: this Saturday, May 2nd, marks the 24th annual Free Comic Book Day, and several locations…
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Utility work begins on Lewisville Highway; Expected to last through June
Crews with Bybee Excavation began work on Monday to install underground lines for nearby development.
The roadway will remain open to northbound…
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Ammon’s “Freezing for a Reason” returns May 16; Registration closes Friday
The City of Ammon is preparing to be “Freezing for a Reason” to raise some cold, hard cash for a good cause. Registration is officially closing this…
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“Make a Plan”: Idaho Secretary of State announces start of early voting for May Primaries
The road to the May 19 Primary Election officially opened today as early voting began in several counties across Idaho. While the rollout varies by…
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Honoring a Namesake: Local artist gifts historical tribute to City of Pocatello
Last week, city leadership gratefully accepted a print of a young Chief Pocatello, the city’s namesake. Local artist Tal Sampson donated the print…
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Watch Art Happen: New mural underway at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library has become the canvas of a colorful tribute to the Gate City. On Monday, local artist Nick Hottman began the first…
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The Croc will see you now: 400-Pound Crocodile visits U of U Health for CT Scan
fter a while, even a crocodile needs a check-up. For Bill, a 61-year-old Siamese crocodile at Utah’s Hogle Zoo, a recent trip to the doctor was one…
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Small plane damaged after landing at Pocatello Airport; High winds suspected
A small plane was damaged after landing at the Pocatello Regional Airport Thursday, by what officials speculate may have been a large gust of…
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USS Idaho to be commissioned into Navy’s active fleet Saturday
The U.S. Navy has a powerful new addition to its arsenal honoring the Gem State. This Saturday, after years of construction, the USS Idaho (SSN 799)…
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Class is back in session: Hawthorne Middle School to reopen Friday
Classes will resume as scheduled at Hawthorne Middle School in Pocatello tomorrow, April 24, following a one-day closure due to an unexpected…
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Hawthorne Middle School closed Thursday due to plumbing issue
There will be no classes at Hawthorne Middle School in Pocatello tomorrow, Thursday, April 23, due to an unexpected plumbing…
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Fall River Electric responding to widespread outage in Rexburg area
Fall River Electric Cooperative crews are responding to a widespread power outage affecting almost 1,000 customers in the Rexburg area Wednesday…
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Pocatello Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for Child Pornography
A 34-year-old Pocatello man faces up to over a decade in federal prison for receiving child pornography following a joint undercover operation…
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TCFR receives funding boost to map and mitigate wildfire risks
Teton County Fire & Rescue is getting a boost ahead of fire season thanks to new grant funding.
Last week, TCFR was awarded grant funding from the…
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Large Rexburg Police training exercise scheduled today at Frontier Credit Union
The Rexburg Police Department is notifying the surrounding community of an important training exercise scheduled for tonight at the Frontier Credit…
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Idaho’s largest Teachers’ Union formally breaks ties with Gov. Little over ‘union-busting’ legislation
During the Idaho Education Association’s annual business meeting this past weekend, members voted overwhelmingly to issue a vote of no confidence…
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Coroner releases name of Layton man killed in I-15 rollover near Pocatello
Bannock County Authorities have identified the semi-truck driver who lost his life in a single-vehicle rollover south of Pocatello last…
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Red, White, and Blue Jeans: Eastern Idaho State Fair unveils 2026 theme and entertainment lineup
The wait is officially over. The Eastern Idaho State Fair is pulling back the curtain today on its highly anticipated 2026 entertainment lineup,…
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“Rapidly changing conditions”: TCSAR urges caution following multiple weekend rescues
Teton County Search and Rescue is urging outdoor enthusiasts to be extra cautious during the unpredictable spring transition after crews responded…
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Look, but don’t touch: Idaho Fish and Game issues Spring warning for baby wildlife
With spring in the air and baby wildlife season in full bloom, Idaho Fish and Game is issuing an important reminder to hikers and outdoor…
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Massive fire rips through Rigby storage facility; arson investigation pending
A fire ripped through a local storage facility early Monday morning, leaving nearly a dozen units in ruins. The Central Fire District is now…
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Surface Water Coalition, Groundwater Districts seek emergency stay on Butte Co. curtailment
In a potential breakthrough for Butte County agriculture, the Surface Water Coalition (SWC), along with Idaho’s groundwater districts, filed a…
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Rexburg man charged with arson, battery of healthcare worker after Airport Road house fire
A Rexburg man is facing nearly three decades in prison after he allegedly attacked his healthcare worker after setting fire to his home before…
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72-Year-Old Man Killed in Head-On Collision in Bear Lake County
Idaho state police is investigating a deadly head-on crash in Bear Lake County.
The crash took place Thursday evening, just before 5 p.m., on…
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IDWR denies stay on water curtailment, pumps to remain off in Big and Little Lost Basins
UPDATED: 9:10 p.m. (Response from Surface Water Coalition) BUTTE COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) has denied a…
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Driver killed in semi-truck rollover on I-15 south of Pocatello
Idaho State Police is investigating a crash along I-15 south of Pocatello near the N Old Highway 91
According to the Idaho Transportation…
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AG Labrador slams “Idaho Values First” for misleading political campaign involving ICAC Unit
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is striking back against a wave of “misleading political advertisements” that he says falsely invoke his office…
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Three hospitalized following multiple crashes on Osborne Bridge
A chain of accidents near the Osborne Bridge sent multiple people to the hospital Thursday morning as slick road conditions potentially caught…
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Suspect in alleged machete attack apprehended by Fort Hall Police
After a nearly two-week search involving federal authorities, the Fort Hall Police Department has arrested 28-year-old Sean Tindore.
Tindore was…
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IDWR launches technical review to resolve Butte County curtailment, Surface Water Coalition appluads path forward
Idaho’s Surface Water Coalition is applauding efforts to find a potential path toward ending water shut-offs in Butte County.
On Wednesday, the…
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Snowboarding pioneer and former Soldier Mountain GM Paul Alden passes away at 89
Snowboard industry pioneer Paul Alden died on April 9, 2026, at age 89. He is pictured here (back row, far left) with Jake Burton Carpenter (back row…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes to honor legacy of late Judge William “Bill” Bacon
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes will gather this Friday to pay tribute to the life and enduring impact of William “Bill” F. Bacon, a longtime Tribal…
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Semi-truck crash snarls I-84 traffic near Heyburn
A late morning semi-truck crash in Heyburn snarled I-84 traffic near Heyburn on Tuesday.
According to the Idaho State Police, the crash took place…
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Police identify father and son in apparent murder-suicide at Nevada airport
A tragic shooting at Nevada’s Elko Regional Airport on Monday is being investigated as a murder-suicide involving a father and his young son. The…
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IDWR and Gov. Little issue emergency drought declaration for all 44 Idaho counties
Following the second-warmest winter in Idaho’s recorded history, Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) Director Mathew Weaver has issued an…
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Idaho Supreme Court Chief Justice G. Richard Bevan to retire in October
Chief Justice G. Richard Bevan will officially step down on October 30, capping off nearly 23 years within the judicial branch. In a letter to…
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Accuser to detail sexual misconduct claims against Eric Swalwell following resignation
The woman accusing Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) of serious sexual misconduct will speak live today to outline her claims. The appearance…
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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…
Continue Reading 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.…
Continue Reading 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…
Continue Reading “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.…
Continue Reading 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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