Oregon father Kaylub Giamanco reflected on his role in stopping a 16-year-old gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School during an exclusive interview with Oregon Public Broadcasting.
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Following nationwide cybersecurity alerts, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is taking precautionary measures to secure its website and online services.
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Teton County Sheriff candidate and patrol deputy Eric Snow was placed on paid administrative leave following an arrest involving a driver with a blood alcohol level more than double the legal limit.
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After intruders broke into a family-owned farm in Franklin County early Saturday morning and released nearly 1,500 mink, farm owner Jeff Hobbs says the majority of the animals have either returned or been recovered with the help of the local community.
“Our family has been farming for four generations, and it is heartbreaking to see animals suffer and die because of these actions,” said Hobbs wife. “But in the middle of such a difficult day, our community showed up for us. Nearly 100 people came together to help rescue these animals, and we are incredibly grateful for the kindness and support we’ve received.”
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A 31-year-old Indiana man, Seth Nicholas Pritchard, died Saturday night after accidentally shooting himself while camping in Lemhi County, Idaho.
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On Monday, NPS, alongside its official philanthropic partner Yellowstone Forever and Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company Tallgrass, announced the creation of the Conservation and Stewardship Fund.
“More than 120 years ago, President Theodore Roosevelt laid the cornerstone of Yellowstone’s iconic gateway, enshrining the promise that our National Parks exist for the benefit and enjoyment of the American people,” said Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum. “This historic $105 million investment honors that legacy, bringing together the best of American enterprise and conservation to expand access to Yellowstone and inspire the next generation to experience America’s great outdoors. We’re grateful to Blackstone, Tallgrass and Yellowstone Forever for their partnership and extraordinary commitment.”
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Authorities identified 25-year-old teacher Megan Lambert and 5-year-old student Rhoam Summer as victims of a fatal shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School carried out by 16-year-old Griffin J. John II.
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Officials will hold a press conference on Friday to provide updates following a fatal shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School on Thursday that left four people dead and two others injured.
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A juvenile student is in custody Friday morning after an alleged firearm threat prompted a brief “Hall Check” at two local schools, according to Idaho Falls School District 91.
According to Idaho Falls Police Department spokesperson Jessica Clements, the student arrived at school Friday morning and was taken into custody for an offense related to a fight earlier this week. At this time, IFPD is investigating whether a threat was actually made. Clements emphasizes that there is no evidence that a gun was brought to school.
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The Butte County Joint School District #111 is taking a firm stance against hate speech following a recent incident where a student painted swastikas on the district’s cross-country course after a recent sporting event.
Superintendent Dr. Joel Wilson described the vandalism as a deeply troubling act of antisemitism that contradicts the community’s values. The district plans to address the incident directly while urging parents to teach children about the historical harm caused by such hate symbols.
Court hearings regarding Bryan Kohberger’s petition for post-conviction relief and his attempt to withdraw his guilty plea have been vacated and will be rescheduled for a later date.
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The Teton County Sheriff’s Office and local community have raised over $14,000 to support 24-year veteran detention officer Bart Churches following a serious motorcycle accident involving a black bear. Churches, a 24-year veteran detention officer with Teton County, remains in serious condition in the intensive care unit at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
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Two Canadian nationals living in eastern Idaho have been charged with unlawfully voting in the November 2022 general election and are scheduled to make their initial court appearances in Boise on October 26, 2026.
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The North Fremont Fire District is hosting a fundraiser to support the family of Kynzlee Rae Luthy, who died in a tragic truck fire on October 9. Despite rainy weather on Sunday, firefighters were out collecting donations, and the local community responded with an overwhelming wave of generosity.
“We are truly amazed by the support and generosity we have seen,” the department shared in a Facebook post. “Every donation helps lift some of the financial burden off this family’s shoulders as they navigate an incredibly difficult time. Thank you all for continuing to show up and support this family.”
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The North End Recreation District broke ground on the first seven fields of the new Rivers Sports Complex in Shelley, a 72-acre park intended to serve athletes and families throughout the region.
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Rescue teams successfully saved several people during two separate emergencies in Custer County on Friday, Oct. 9. First, search and rescue crews used boats and air transport to evacuate an injured hiker from Elephant’s Perch near Redfish Lake. Later, the Idaho National Guard assisted in hoisting two stranded individuals from the Alpine area near Goat Lake via helicopter.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints made a record $1 million donation to the Too Extreme for Idaho Political Action Committee to oppose Proposition 1, a ballot initiative seeking to repeal Idaho’s abortion ban.
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A 55-year-old Jackson man was airlifted to a hospital after colliding with a bear while riding a motorcycle on Highway 31 near Swan Valley, Idaho, on Wednesday.
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Local police officers will soon step into the national spotlight as the Idaho Falls Police Department joins the cast of the live television documentary series On Patrol: Live, beginning Friday, Oct. 9.
“We are proud of the work our officers do in Idaho Falls,” said Bryce Johnson, Idaho Falls Chief of Police. “Appearing on On Patrol: Live gives our community the opportunity to ride along with us every weekend and to see what your officers are doing and experiencing right here in Idaho Falls. We’re excited for this, and excited to be part of sharing the real stories of policing across the country.”
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Shelley police warned residents about a suspected prank caller impersonating a Domino’s employee who made claims about tampering with food and engaging in inappropriate activities.
“Officers are working with Domino’s to determine whether there is any validity to these claims,” said Shelley Police in a Facebook post. “At this time, we have no information confirming that these allegations are legitimate, and the calls are believed to be prank calls.”
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The Bannock County Coroner’s Office released the name of the man killed in an accident that happened on October 4, 2026, near Lava Hot Springs.
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A 16-year-old boy from Diamondville died Thursday evening following a hunting accident near Elk Mountain, outside Kemmerer.
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Authorities in Lemhi County are searching for a dangerous sow and two cubs after a bear attack left two people injured in the Sunset Heights neighborhood of Salmon early Friday morning.
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One person is dead following a two-vehicle collision along southbound Interstate 15 outside Inkom on Thursday evening.
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Major League Baseball has abandoned a proposal to host a regular-season game in Grand Teton National Park following intense community opposition. In a letter to Wyoming officials, Commissioner Rob Manfred confirmed the league would not pursue the location after exploring several potential sites.
“It has become clear the local community does not want us to continue evaluating Grand Teton National Park as a potential site,” Manfred wrote. “We obviously would not bring a game to a community that has concerns about the venue, and will not continue to evaluate Grand Teton National Park as a potential site.”
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A Bonneville County grand jury has indicted four individuals in separate cases involving the sexual abuse of minors under the age of 16, with arraignments scheduled for October 13.
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Teton Pass reopened following a single-vehicle crash Tuesday morning that left one person hospitalized.
According to Deputy Chief Brian Coe of Jackson Hole Fire/EMS, the crash happened around 7:47 a.m. near mile marker 11 on the Wyoming side of the pass. At this time, Coe says it appears the crash was caused by a medical emergency, but the incident is under further investigation.
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The Teton County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating a driver involved in an early-morning hit-and-run along Main Street in Driggs on Wednesday, September 23.
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A Rigby man faces felony battery and assault charges after allegedly forcing his 84-year-old neighbor to the ground after the older man pointed a gun at his dog.
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A local hunter is safe today after becoming separated from his group in Fremont County over the weekend, leading to a sizable search and rescue response.
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Oxygen Forensics CEO Lee Reiber, 55, of Boise, Idaho, and a Russian national have been charged in federal court with conspiracy to commit wire fraud after allegedly concealing the Russian ownership and development of the company, the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Idaho announced today.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, after the United States imposed expanded sanctions on Russia in early 2022 in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Davydov, Reiber, and the Russian co-conspirators agreed to conceal Oxygen Forensics’ true ownership and the development of its software in Russia.
Continue Reading At least one driver was hospitalized following a two-semi-truck crash on southbound Interstate 15 near the Blackfoot Rest Area in Idaho.
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A multi-agency search and rescue operation is underway in Custer County, Idaho, for missing hunter Kelly King.
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Gerardo Mendoza was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon following a stabbing in Rexburg, Idaho, and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on September 30.
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A local freelance journalist has been found guilty of felony domestic violence following a two-day jury trial in Bonneville County.
A jury found David Helaman George, 36, of Idaho Falls, guilty of one count of felony domestic battery inflicting traumatic injury on Sept. 15, according to a Tuesday release from the Bonneville County Prosecutor’s Office. George was acquitted on a second count.
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Pocatello Police are asking for the public’s help locating a driver involved in a hit-and-run with a bicyclist.
“Even seemingly minor details could be helpful. Thank you for sharing this post and helping us reach anyone who may have witnessed the incident,” states the post.
Continue Reading A 34-year-old Rexburg man was hospitalized after a head-on crash along US-20 north of Rigby last night.
The crash happened just after 10:30 pm around mile marker 342. Idaho State Police say the Rexburg man was driving east in a 2003 Toyota Corolla when he crossed into the westbound lanes and head-on collided with a 2026 Subaru Forester.
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Amy’s Kitchen is laying off dozens of employees at its Pocatello facility as part of a nationwide restructuring, moving its canning operations from Idaho to Medford, Oregon, as first reported by the Press Democrat.
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A Rexburg man was arrested and faces multiple felony charges following an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation in Madison County.
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The Pocatello Fire Department is investigating after two vehicles caught fire in the yard of Shaw’s Auto Parts along N 1st Ave on Wednesday.
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The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce has named Carrie Athay as its next Chief Executive Officer.
“From the beginning, we were looking for a leader who could bring people together, build strong relationships, and help move the Chamber forward,” said Brenden Craft, Chair of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber Board. “Carrie stood out throughout the process. She knows this community, she has a proven record of leadership, and we believe she is the right person to lead the Chamber into its next chapter.”
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Idaho Fish and Game is investigating after a bull elk was found shot and left to waste in Bingham County.
Investigators believe the animal was killed at night between September 4th and 5th. A member of the public later discovered the carcass. According to IDFG, the poacher shot the elk several times from the road using a centerfire rifle, a direct violation during an active archery-only season.
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Idaho law enforcement and Latah County authorities are urging the public and media outlets not to publish or distribute alleged unredacted crime scene photos from the University of Idaho murders following a potential leak.
“Providing sensitive unredacted crime scene material for public dissemination is an unwarranted invasion of the victims’ privacy and demonstrates a profound lack of integrity and professionalism,” states the release. ” Those entrusted with access to such material must safeguard it and violating that trust and any professional and ethical duties required by such position of trust, is unconscionable.”
Continue Reading Pocatello man Michael Joseph Pena was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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Two Montana women were arrested in Lemhi County, Idaho, after a traffic stop on Sunday night led to the seizure of various illegal drugs and nearly $300,000 in cash.
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The Boise School District reached a $34,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit involving its transgender student restroom policy. The suit, filed by the Idaho Family Policy Center on behalf of a former student, followed allegations that a female student encountered a biological male twice in the girls restroom during the 2024-2025 school year.
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Following a trailblazing 2025 season where Southeast Idaho residents donated over $1 million, the popular Light the World Giving Machines are returning to the region this holiday season.
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A 66-year-old Pocatello man died Monday night after his vehicle struck an elk on Interstate 15 in Oneida County, according to the Idaho State Police.
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Idaho Governor Brad Little and Secretary of State Phil McGrane issued a joint proclamation to encourage residents to register for the upcoming November 3 general election.
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Yellowstone National Park’s geology team has removed a record-breaking amount of debris, including over 20,100 pieces of trash and hundreds of hats, from fragile hydrothermal areas during 2026.
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A Challis man was arrested Friday on multiple felony counts of sexual exploitation of a minor following a coordinated investigation by the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security.
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One person was killed and two others were hospitalized following a head-on collision between a Ram 1500 truck and a blue convertible on westbound Highway 26 near Palisades on Friday morning.
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Two local men face felony aggravated battery charges after a violent late-night clash near the Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds sent a teenager to the hospital on Saturday, September 5th.
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A portion of East 2000 North in Rexburg has been temporarily blocked off due to a downed power line, according to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office.
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Center Stage Theatre has announced that the Broadway musical Footloose will headline its summer season with performances scheduled from July 16 through August 28.
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he Bonneville County Coroner’s Office has identified the man killed in an officer-involved shooting early Friday morning as 43-year-old Marcus Griffin of Idaho Falls.
Coroner Shante Sanchez confirmed Griffin’s identity following the incident on Friday, Sept. 4, but held off on releasing the name to allow family members time to notify loved ones, according to an official statement from the coroner’s office.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department has located 13-year-old Troy Meyers, a teen with autism who went missing from his home near John Adams Parkway and South 15th East on Monday morning.
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Divers with the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office recovered the body of Teng Go on Friday, nearly a week after the Arizona man fell into the Snake River.
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Authorities are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting after Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call from an armed, suicidal man early Friday morning.
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A Colorado man died Wednesday evening following a rollover crash on Teton Pass that temporarily closed Wyoming Highway 22.
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Pocatello police are investigating a suspicious death after a man’s body was discovered Sunday afternoon in the 800 block of Park Avenue.
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A 22-year-old motorcyclist from North Ogden, Utah, lost his life Friday after colliding head-on with a Jeep in Bear Lake County.
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Two men died Friday morning after a jet boat overturned in the Snake River near the Palisades Dam. While a woman in the party reached the bank safely, both men succumbed to their injuries at the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center despite efforts from rescuers and bystanders.
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A 51-year-old Ammon man died Thursday morning after his semi-truck rolled on U.S. Highway 93 east of Challis, Idaho.
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In a continuing debate over Proposition One, the language in Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador and Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane’s Prop One “Yes/No” statement on the November ballot faces a legal challenge.
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Teton County Search and Rescue volunteers responded to a fall involving a 70-year-old backpacker and a bear encounter involving two brothers in the backcountry earlier this week.
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Classes at Ethel Boyes Elementary School in Idaho Falls will be canceled on August 26 due to air conditioning issues causing high indoor temperatures.
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Former Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland has passed away at the age of 67 following a brief illness after surgery on August 22nd, according to his online obituary.
Continue Reading U.S. District Judge David C. Nye sentenced the “John Doe”—whose real identity remains unknown—to 61 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced today. Judge Nye also ordered the defendant to pay $283,977.40 in restitution.
Continue Reading The Custer County Sheriff’s Office is actively responding to an alleged bomb threat at Challis High School.
In a post on social media, the Sheriff’s Office stressed that while the threat is likely a hoax, all precautions are being taken.
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A $20.8 million project featuring three new wildlife underpasses along U.S. Highway 30 near Montpelier, Idaho, is nearing completion and is expected to finish this fall.
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The Monster X Tour is scheduled to bring monster truck racing and competitions to the Madison County fairgrounds in Rexburg, Idaho, this Saturday.
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The Idaho Falls Motor Vu Drive-In, the oldest drive-in theater in Idaho, is scheduled to host a free community night tomorrow, August 22nd, to conclude its summer season. The event will feature a screening of the 1980s classic “Clue” alongside a board game tournament, trivia, and a costume contest.
Continue Reading A 30-year-old Rigby woman was hospitalized Tuesday after police say she ran a stop sign north of Idaho Falls, leading to a two-vehicle crash.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a recently missing 11-year-old boy who hasn’t been seen since early Monday afternoon.
Police believe 11-year-old Otto Crew left his home on Saturn Ave. sometime after 12:30 p.m. today, August 17. Authorities have not released information regarding the circumstances of his departure, nor have they noted any critical medical conditions.
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A California man named Andrew Rumbo-Ochoa was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison for his role in a multi-state pharmacy burglary ring that targeted prescription opioids.
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A U.S. District Judge ruled key portions of Idaho’s near-total abortion ban unconstitutional, protecting the right to abortion in cases where a pregnancy threatens a woman’s life or health.
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A 67-year-old woman and her dog were rescued from the Teton Wilderness by Teton County Search and Rescue after the rider was bucked off her horse.
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Starting Monday, August 17, nighttime road repairs and paving are scheduled to take place on U.S. Highway 20 north of Sugar City through mid-September.
Continue Reading Traffic along I-15 south in Bonneville County was briefly bottlenecked Thursday morning after a U-Haul blew a tire and collided with a pickup truck.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Harley Peterslie, who has been missing since July 28.
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The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of southeastern Idaho due to heavy rain threatening the Big Rock Fire burn scar.
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A bomb squad responded to a home south of Thayne, Wyoming, on August 10 after a homeowner discovered six boxes marked as high explosives while cleaning a barn.
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The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium officially introduced a four-month-old African lion cub named Kiazi on Monday, timed with World Lion Day. Named “potato” in Swahili to honor her father Hondo’s Idaho roots.
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Firefighters are making “steady and consistent” progress on the Big Rock Fire, as crews achieve 85% containment. Today’s update marks the final daily briefing from the Big Rock Type 3 Incident Management Team as command is returned to the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) Great Basin Unit 3.
Continue Reading The Idaho State Police is investigating a fiery two-vehicle crash that happened Saturday afternoon west of Blackfoot.
The crash happened around 4:20 p.m. at the intersection of US Highway 26 and N 700 W, just west of Blackfoot, Idaho.
Continue Reading An Idaho child has been hospitalized after being struck by an SUV while riding a scooter on Monday afternoon.
Idaho State Police says the juvenile was airlifted to a local hospital. Their current condition is unknown.
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First responders are on the scene of a crash along U.S. Highway 20 near County Line Road (Milepost 320) that has shut down the far right lane.
According to ITD, the crash response began around 4:08 p.m near near County Line Road (MM 320).
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A single-engine plane crash near the Blackfoot Airport resulted in the death of 27-year-old pilot Caden Max West on Saturday night. Two survivors, including West’s brother Myles and a family friend, were hospitalized with severe injuries. Federal and local authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident, while the community mourns the loss of the BYU-Idaho finance graduate.
Continue Reading Two local drivers were taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after a collision blocked northbound traffic on US-91 for nearly two hours.
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The Big Rock Fire expanded to approximately 2,400 acres near Ririe, Idaho, prompting aggressive firefighting efforts and multiple levels of evacuation orders amid extreme weather conditions.
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The Central Fire District and neighboring agencies are on the scene of a wildfire burning near the Heise area, east of Ririe.
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The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to residents and visitors in several neighborhoods following reports of a black bear breaking into occupied homes to find food.
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The Museum of Idaho is scheduled to host a Celebrity Appraisal Showcase this Saturday, August 1, featuring nationally recognized appraisers Timothy Gordon and Grant Zahajko.
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Approximately 250 U.S. Army soldiers were mobilized to support wildland firefighting efforts in Oregon and Washington as national resources reached their limits due to intense wildfire activity.
Continue Reading Emergency crews are battling a lightning-caused wildfire known as the Lake Channel Fire that has grown to approximately 1,500 acres near American Falls, Idaho.
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Authorities have identified the woman who died in a mobile home fire in Pocatello earlier this month.
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office confirmed Wednesday that 64-year-old Christina McCarty Varner, a resident of Pocatello, was found dead inside the home following the blaze.
Continue Reading Center Stage Theatre is shining a bright spotlight on its upcoming 2027 season lineup. Packed with Broadway hits, timeless classics, and deeply moving true stories, the 2027 lineup promises unforgettable magic for every kind of theatergoer.
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“This vacancy comes at a meaningful moment for Victor,” the City Council stated in a recent press release. “The City has experienced a period of public strain and disagreement, while also moving through important and exciting work related to infrastructure, growth, regional relationships, public access, community connection, and the future vision for Victor and Teton Valley. The City is inviting residents who care deeply about this community to consider stepping forward to serve.”
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Thomas Saxton is found safe after being reported missing.
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