Blackfoot City approves name change for South Fisher Avenue
The City of Blackfoot has approved a name change for a portion of South Fisher Avenue to S. Elderberry Avenue, effective June 15, 2026, in order to…
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Jackson Police searching for missing man Who may be experiencing mental health crisis
The Jackson Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating James McPhee, who was last seen on May 25th and may be experiencing a mental…
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Small bathroom fire prompts temporary evacuation at Highland High School
A small fire broke out in a waste bin at Highland High School in Pocatello, Idaho, causing a brief evacuation. The flames were quickly extinguished,…
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LDS Church Announces Location for New Caldwell Idaho Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the location of its newest house of worship in Caldwell, Idaho, which will be an…
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Upper Mesa Falls to close in August for major renovations
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest is temporarily closing the Upper Mesa Falls area starting August 10th for a renovation project, but the nearby…
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Downey man hospitalized after rollover crash on I-15
A 32-year-old Downey man was air-lifted to a local hospital after his car rolled on I-15 near Arimo, and he was not wearing a…
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District 25 bids farewell to board member Jim Facer following resignation; Search underway for replacement
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is seeking applications to fill the upcoming vacancy following the resignation of…
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23-year-old Rexburg man charged with distribution of child pornography
William S. Messer, 23, of Rexburg, Idaho, was arrested and charged with two felony counts of distribution of child sexually exploitative material…
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Thornton fire contained, evacuation lifted after five buildings destroyed
The Madison County Fire Department is evacuating the Wind Willow RV Park as crews battle a large structure fire at the old Thornton Merc near…
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Against the odds, Jensen’s Grove will have water for early Summer 2026
The City of Blackfoot announced that Jensen’s Grove will have water for the first part of the summer due to the Idaho Department of Water Resources…
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District 33A: Barbara Ehardt secures the Republican nomination
Rep. Barbara Ehardt narrowly secured the Republican nomination for Legislative District 33 Seat A by less than 200 votes, defeating newcomer Connor…
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Volunteers shatter ‘America250 in Idaho Service Challenge’ with 250,000 acts of kindness
Idahoans have completed over 250,000 acts of service in the America250 in Idaho Service Challenge, with the Idaho Falls community contributing nearly…
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Multi-month investigation leads to arrest of Salem man on child exploitation charges
Wyatt Widdison has been charged with eight counts of possessing child sexually exploitative material (child pornography) in a Fremont County court…
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The Clock is Ticking: Portneuf Health ‘committed’ to securing Regence deal ahead of June 15 deadline
Contract negotiations between Portneuf Health and Regence BlueShield of Idaho have stalled, and if no agreement is reached by June 15, patients with…
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Pocatello denies Conditional Use Permit for AI Data Center at Former Hoku Plant
The City of Pocatello Hearing Examiner has denied the Conditional Use Permit application for an AI Data Center to be built on the former Hoku…
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Pocatello Airport to get brand-new Control Tower in $750M Federal Air Traffic Control overhaul
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investing over $750 million to replace eight aging air traffic control towers and Terminal Radar Approach…
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Madison County Deputies arrest suspect in connection to juvenile overdose
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspected drug dealer last week in connection to a Sugar City student’s drug overdose earlier this…
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Juveniles spark grass fire near Driggs; Fire officials issue safety warning
Teton County Fire and Rescue is urging residents to exercise extreme caution this wildfire season after a group of juveniles lighting fireworks…
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‘Seat Belts Save Lives’: Bear Lake Sheriff issues warning after two injured in rollover crash
The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to buckle up after a rollover crash injured two people, one of whom was ejected from the…
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Jackson issues urgent warning over sophisticated phishing scam
The town of Jackson is warning residents of a phishing scam posing as the Town’s Planning/Building Department or Planning Director, asking for…
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Pocatello to host public hearing on $2.26B AI Data Center proposal
The City of Pocatello is holding a public hearing to address a proposal to build a $2.26 billion AI data center at the site of the former Hoku…
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Voter Guide: Nickolas Bonds
Website: https://007bonds.vote/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nick.bonds1/ X.com: https://x.com/Nick007Bonds…
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Voter Guide: Brad Moore
Website: https://bradmooreforidaho.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570966672487 Blue Sky:…
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Burn ban starts early: Bannock County moves up burn ban deadline
Bannock County officials have moved the annual burn ban up to June 1st due to heightened fire conditions, and residents are advised to clear excess…
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Missing 27-year-old found alive after Bannock County Crash
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 27-year-old Kendall Thoren, who was last seen following a single-vehicle…
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Compass Academy shooter sentenced to 25 years in prison
Taylor Aughenbaugh, 20, was sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for his role in the 2024 Compass Academy parking lot shooting, after pleading…
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Rexburg house fire under investigation as suspected arson; One resident hospitalized
A Saturday evening house fire in Rexburg, Idaho, which sent one resident to the hospital, is being investigated as a potential arson. The Madison…
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Pocatello man sentenced to 16 years for federal drug and firearms charges
Kacey Franklin James has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine, LSD, and Psilocybin mushrooms, as well as…
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Madison County Sheriff searching for runaway juvenile
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 16-year-old Stetson Reeves, who has been missing since May 9,…
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Five Idaho men sentenced to prison for child exploitation; four from eastern Idaho
Five Idaho men, including four from eastern Idaho, were sentenced to a combined total of decades in prison for individual child exploitation charges,…
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Monday morning crash stalls I-84 Westbound traffic
An early morning crash has stalled traffic on I-84 Westbound north of Hagerman. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the crash happened…
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Planned Power Outage to affect most of Teton Valley this Sunday
Fall River Electric is alerting Teton County residents of a planned power outage this Sunday, May 10, from 10:00 p.m. for essential maintenance at…
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Buckle Up, Idaho: Statewide ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign begins May 11th
The Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety is partnering with law enforcement agencies across the state for the 2026 Click It or…
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Hundreds of new Bengal alumni celebrate graduation with traditional “March through the Arch”
Hundreds of Idaho State University graduates marked their transition to alumni by participating in the traditional “March through the Arch” ceremony,…
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Ex-City Council candidate remains jailed on child porn charges; AG Labrador highlights ICAC success
Christopher Brunt, a former Idaho Falls City Council candidate, is being held on a $1 million bond following his arrest by the Idaho Internet Crimes…
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Plano home a total loss after Thursday morning fire; occupant hospitalized and firefighter injured
Firefighters and emergency crews are on the scene of a structure fire near the intersection of 4500 N. and 5800 W. in Rexburg, Idaho, and the Madison…
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Gem State Shows Up: Idaho Gives passes $4 Million milestone on last day of giving
The clock is ticking for Idahoans to get involved in the state’s largest annual donation drive. Today, Thursday, May 7, marks the final day of Idaho…
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Clock ticking for Idaho Primary: Absentee Ballot deadline is this Friday
Time is running out if you want to vote absentee in the primary elections. Idaho voters have until Friday, May 8, at 5:00 p.m. to pre-register to…
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UPDATE: Power Restored in Island Park and West Yellowstone
Fall River Electric is responding to a large-scale power outage in Island Park and West Yellowstone. The outage is expected to last up to 2…
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Burn permit requirements start May 10 for Idaho residents
Starting May 10th, Idaho residents living outside city limits will need to obtain a free burn permit for most outdoor burning activities, which will…
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Missing Blackfoot man with dementia found safe
The Blackfoot Police Department is searching for a missing endangered adult, 76-year-old Tom Loefler.
Loefler has dementia and was last seen leaving…
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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…
Continue Reading 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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