Driggs leadership seeks suspects after Illegal waste dump nearly overwhelms pumping station
Driggs city leadership is asking for the public’s help after a huge illegal dumping incident threatened the city’s sewer system.
“Illegal…
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Triple homicide suspect arrested in Colorado after women found dead on Utah hiking trail and in home
Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the death investigations of three women whose bodies were found Wednesday in Wayne County,…
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Help feed hungry elementary students in United Way’s “Power of $10” one-day food campaign
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A small donation could make a big difference for hundreds of students in Eastern Idaho. United Way of Eastern Idaho is…
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Special needs basketball team edges out Skyline
“It went good. We need to like pass the ball more, and we need to win more games,” said Bridger Christiansen, who scored multiple…
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Customers and employees evacuated from Ammon Walmart due to a bomb threat
AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – Walmart employees and customers were evacuated Wednesday night following a possible bomb threat to the store. Reports of…
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Chubbuck cheers for chicken fingers: Raising Cane’s announces official opening
CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI)— The wait for the “One Love” in East Idaho is nearly over. Raising Cane’s has officially announced that its newest…
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Demolition of Teton County Courthouse begins next week
Crews with GE Johnson/DPR Construction will begin demolishing the Teton County Courthouse at 185 S. King Street next week, marking the next major…
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Barrasso, Lummis applaud NRC approval of TerraPower’s Kemmerer advanced nuclear plant
U.S. Senators for Wyoming are applauding the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for officially issuing a construction permit for TerraPower’s…
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Bomb Squad Investigating: Bannock County shop explosion hospitalizes local man
The Idaho Falls Bomb Squad team is currently on the scene of a small explosion in Bannock County that sent a middle-aged man to the hospital with…
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Idaho lawmakers move to expand ‘sexual contact’ definition to hold prison staff accountable
Spurred by InvestigateWest reporting that exposed sexual abuse by Idaho women’s prison staff, lawmakers are advancing legislation meant to close a…
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Man accused of killing Michael Vaughan seen on video at time of disappearance
Stacey Wondra, the man accused of kidnapping and killing 5-year-old Michael “Monkey” Vaughan, is back in court on Wednesday as part of a preliminary…
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Idaho House committee deadlocks on bill punishing student protests
The House Education Committee deadlocked Wednesday on a bill punishing student walkouts, effectively killing it for this legislative…
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Senate Committee backs 9-year-old’s push to make hunting the official state sport
Betty Grandy may only be nine years old, but she worked the room like a seasoned lobbyist Wednesday morning and secured a unanimous “yes” from state…
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Teen sentenced to 60 years for murder of Blackfoot mother
The young man charged with the fatal shooting of a Blackfoot mother in her home last year will spend up to the next six decades behind…
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Local man charged with possession of child pornography after arrest uncovers illicit messages with Kentucky Minor
A 27-year-old Madison County man is in custody after a routine traffic stop led Madison County Sheriff’s Deputies to a cache of child…
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Boise woman to remain in custody following stolen ambulance crash
A Boise woman accused of crashing a stolen ambulance into a medical office building and attempting to set it on fire must remain behind bars pending…
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Fatal accident in Preston: 67-year-old scooter rider hit in marked crosswalk
A 67-year-old Preston man has died from injuries after being hit by a pickup truck while crossing the road over the weekend.
The accident happened…
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Business booming: Mayor unveils new businesses coming to Rexburg at State of the City
New businesses and developments coming to Rexburg include a WinCo, Home Depot, Olive Garden, Zupa’s, Jersey Mike’s, Zeppe’s, Shoe Barn, and…
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Senator says controversial bill poses ‘zero risk of repercussions’ to Harriman State Park
“If there were even a remote chance that we thought this could jeopardize a park – let alone Harriman – we wouldn’t do this,” said Idaho…
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Beyond the Books: Election Season Begins
Class sizes, programs, and resources are all tied to the purse, and those elected to legislative power will hold those…
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Chamber CEO: State budget gaps and “leadership deficit” threaten local businesses
The Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is warning of a dual threat to local Idaho Falls business leaders, citing a looming state budget deficit and a…
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Mountain Home mom recovering after foster dog attack, grateful for community support
A Mountain Home mother is recovering from serious injuries after the family’s foster dog attacked her while she was holding her infant…
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Pomerelle’s new owners: Longtime manager Zack Alexander purchases Mountain Resort
Ownership of the Pomerelle Mountain Resort is changing hands, but the “mom and pop” spirit of the Southern Idaho skiing staple isn’t going…
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I-15 Inkom corridor improvements set to resume
Crews are preparing to resume work on several I-15 bridge projects near Inkom as the winter season draws to a close. In a recent Facebook post, Inkom…
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New library bill replaces HB 796 with narrower definitions
The House State Affairs Committee introduced a replacement bill that would update the state’s “harmful materials” library law.
The previous…
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Bill restricting public funds for teachers’ unions clears House
For the second consecutive year, House Republicans passed a bill that would prohibit school districts from deducting union dues from payroll systems…
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Psychic TikTok influencer ordered to pay $10M in damages for false Moscow murders claims
On Friday, Feb. 27, a federal jury decided that a TikTok influencer is liable for $10 million in damages after the defendant wrongfully accused a…
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Taylor Aughenbaugh pleads guilty in 2024 Compass Academy shooting
Taylor Aughenbaugh, the man charged in the 2024 Compass Academy parking lot shooting, pleaded guilty yesterday in Bonneville County Court as part of…
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Lawsuit filed against Boise School District over restroom policy violation
“Idaho students should feel safe in Idaho schools, and nowhere more than in the most private spaces like restrooms and locker rooms,” said Caleb…
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AG’s office and West Ada ask judge to dismiss ‘Everyone is Welcome Here’ lawsuit
The West Ada School District, along with Superintendent Derek Bub and principal Monty Hyde, asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought…
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Jurassic toe: Idaho State paleontologists investigate possible new dinosaur
Turns out the key to discovering a new type of dinosaur might be a weird toe in an Idaho museum.
Or a skull in Switzerland.
Idaho State…
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Harriman State Park in jeopardy? Legislation threatens founding charter at Idaho’s oldest state park
“The gift is currently under threat by a bill pending in the Idaho Legislature,” said Averell Harriman Fisk in a statement. “For years, Harriman…
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‘A Bittersweet Moment’: Idaho’s Iranian community reacts to death of Supreme Leader
The Middle East stands at a historic crossroads following a series of massive U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Saturday. The strikes, which claimed the…
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What Iran’s conflict could mean for Idaho’s gas prices
Gas prices in Idaho are on the rise, and while increases are typical this time of year, experts say tensions involving Iran are adding extra pressure…
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Caldwell woman sentenced to 15 years for Meth Trafficking
A 60-year-old Caldwell woman will spend the next 15 years in prison for trafficking Meth in southern Idaho.
Kimberly Lee Freeman received the…
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Local candidate filing opens today in Idaho
If you’re thinking about running for local office, today’s the day. The filing period for candidates running for county or local offices in Idaho…
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Idaho Falls couple stranded in Dubai following Iranian strikes
An Idaho Falls couple is stranded in Dubai during a service trip after Iranian retaliatory strikes paralyzed air travel across the Middle East. The…
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Week-long culvert replacement project begins on Grizzly Avenue
If your daily commute includes Grizzly Avenue, you may want to adjust your travel plans for the next week. Starting today, March 2nd, Idaho Falls…
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Idaho Falls Police now hiring entry-level officers
The hiring cycle for the Idaho Falls Police Department has officially started. IFPD is encouraging individuals who have never served as police…
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New bill requires unexcused absence for student protests
Public schools would not be allowed to grant excused absences for students attending political protests, under a new bill introduced Friday.
Rep.…
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Idaho has $1.3 billion in rainy-day funds. Should that money help public schools?
Faced with a revenue shortfall heading into the legislative session, state leaders had three options to balance the budget: Reduce spending, tap…
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Twin Falls immigrants and refugees share their stories at ‘Becoming Idaho’ event
Two Magic Valley residents — a refugee-turned-advocate and a child of immigrants — are sharing their personal stories as part of a community…
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ISP investigating weekend rollover crash on I-15 near Fort Hall
Idaho State Police is investigating a rollover crash on I-15 near milepost 77 in Bingham County, close to Fort Hall.
Troopers say a 74-year-old man…
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Protecting What Works: Medicaid Expansion in Idaho Town Hall Discusses Possible Repeal
State legislators, panelists and community members met today at the Chubbuck City Hall for a forum titled “Protecting What Works: Medicaid Expansion…
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Town Hall to address future of Medicaid expansion in Idaho
Nearly two-thirds of Idaho voters approved Medicaid expansion, but local leaders say that coverage is now at…
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Who’s running?: List of candidates in May primaries released
It looks like Governor Brad Little will have a little competition for the May primary. Seven people will be running against him in the upcoming…
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Idaho Falls opens all 3 golf courses for the season on Saturday
Golfers in Idaho Falls are getting an early start to the season thanks to one of the mildest winters in recent memory. Sage Lakes, Pinecrest, and…
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Fire destroys Bonneville County home
A house fire has destroyed a home on Saddle Horn Drive south of Idaho…
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Semi rolls off Highway 22 near Dubois
Idaho State Police says it is investigating a single‑vehicle rollover that happened Thursday afternoon on State Highway 22, west of…
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Sugar City man arrested on charges of possession of sexual material exploiting children
On a tip from the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Madison County detectives acquired a warrant to search a home in Sugar City.…
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Internet Crimes Against Children Unit Arrests Clark County Man for Possession of Child Exploitation Material
A 31-year-old Clark County man is in custody after investigators with the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit (ICAC) found him in possession…
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High School simulators bridge labor gap for Idaho Construction industry
Local construction powerhouse Gayle Lim Construction is tackling a regional labor shortage by bringing the job site directly into the…
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Injured snowmobiler airlifted following crash near Togwotee Pass
A snowmobile crash on Togwotee Pass led to a dramatic helicopter rescue
Just before noon Thursday, Teton County Search and Rescue got an emergency…
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Coroner names victims in planned murder-suicide on Rainier Street
The Bonneville County coroner has identified two people who died in an apparent murder-suicide in Idaho Falls last week. 39-year-old James Herring…
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Lightning-speed computations: Supercomputer powers ISU, U of Idaho and BSU world-class research opportunities
The collaboration with INL places Idaho’s three public universities in an elite cadre of colleges that offer supercomputer access to their…
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Wind-driven embers started Baker Country Market fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the…
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‘The grief in our home is constant’: Family of teen killed by DUI driver pleads against parole
A Saratoga Springs man with a history of DUI arrests, who was convicted of hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy on a bicycle in 2022 and then…
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A potential merge: District 91’s Career Technical campus could combine with Compass Academy
Change is in the air in District…
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Idaho State University celebrates female athletes at National Girls and Women Sport Activities Night
Women athletes and students gathered tonight at Reed Gym to play games and enjoy freebies and smoothies. The event was a collaboration between…
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Athlete’s Inspiring Encounter with Young Fan
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — For Paralympic gold medalist Hunter Woodhall and Olympic champion Tara Davis-Woodhall, the Simplot Games changed their…
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Idaho Democratic Chair slams Trump’s State of the Union, targets Little’s reelection bid
Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea issued a response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday, accusing the…
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Republican Leaders from Idaho and Wyoming praise Trump’s State Of The Union
Republican leaders in Wyoming and Idaho praised President Trump’s 2026 State Of The Union address praising the administrations first-year achievments…
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Snipping away the struggle, Idaho Falls barbers swap trims for baby supplies
A group of local barbers are cutting more than just hair; they are snipping off some of the burden that comes with being a new parent. Oleys Barber…
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Rexburg native loses contact with family caught in “El Mencho” fallout in Mexico
Violence has erupted across several areas in Mexico, and there are still a lot of unknowns about what’s going on. A local Rexburg woman tells…
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Public schools will be forced to cut budgets — even if state funding remains flat
Some public school leaders are preparing to cut their budgets if lawmakers keep state funding flat next school year — even though K-12 is exempt…
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Schools continue to work out kinks in new statewide reading test
Newly released grade-level reading test scores show some hiccups in the rollout of Idaho’s new reading test given to students in grades…
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Idaho Falls man arrested after foot chase leaves deputy with broken arm
A 29-year-old Idaho Falls man is facing serious felony charges after he led sheriff’s deputies in a foot chase during an attempted traffic stop.
On…
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College of Eastern Idaho highlights Career and Technical Education Month
February marks Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, a nationwide celebration highlighting the power of hands-on learning to prepare students…
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Beyond the Books: Upcoming Elections
Idaho Districts lean heavily Republican, so in some races a win in the May Primary could send the victor straight to the…
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Beaver fever killing trees along the Snake River
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — City officials are addressing concerns regarding beaver activity along the Riverwalk, as the animals continue to gnaw…
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WATCH LIVE: President Trump to deliver State of the Union Address
President Donald Trump will deliver his 2026 State of the Union Address to a joint session of Congress and to millions of Americans from home. The…
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Pocatello business under repair after SUV crashes into storefront
Restoration crews are working rapidly to repair Marshall’s Tile in Pocatello after a speeding SUV crashed through the building’s storefront early…
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Idaho lawmakers face backlash following “brownface” display at Idaho House Committee hearing
The following article contains descriptions of an incident involving “brownface” and the use of racial stereotypes during a public legislative…
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Recognize them? IFPD releases video of suspects in local burglary
The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects linked to a residential burglary earlier this…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Icy road cause multiple crashes on US 26 along Palisades Reservoir
Icy roads and falling snow have caused multiple slide-offs and crashes along US 26 along Palisade Reservoir on Tuesday. The worst area is near Big…
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Judge declines to dismiss prosecutors from the case against alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson
A Utah County prosecutor’s office will be allowed to continue building its death penalty case against Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer, Tyler…
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Governor Brad Little to run for 3rd term
Idaho Gov. Brad Little officially launched his bid for a third term as governor. He formally submitted his Declaration of Candidacy to the Idaho…
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Idaho Falls Fire Department responds to fire at Staybridge Suites hotel
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Staybridge Hotel around 8…
Continue Reading Boise woman faces federal charges after allegedly ramming stolen ambulance into Meridian office building
A 43-year-old Boise woman faces up to 20 years in federal prison after she allegedly stole an ambulance and intentionally crashed it into a Meridian…
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Local LEGO Robotics Team Heads to Nationals
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A local robotics team, Team PACK-Man, has gathered steam after winning both regional and state-level competitions.…
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Rigby Middle School claims $1500 in Idaho Environmental Coalition’s first-ever ‘Ecobots’ Challenge
Eighth graders from Rigby Middle School proved they are the masters of the machine this week, taking home the top prize and $1,500 for their…
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Find out who’s running for legislative seats, statewide offices
It’s filing week in Idaho.
Candidates are officially declaring for 105 seats in the Idaho Legislature and seven statewide…
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BYU-Idaho reports winter enrollment increases
Brigham Young University-Idaho is reporting another on-campus enrollment increase — more than 5% growth.
Winter enrollment at the Rexburg-based…
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Two people injured in head-on crash on SH-39
Two people were injured Monday evening in a head‑on collision on State Highway 39 near Vollmer Loop in Power County, according to the Idaho State…
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Legislators wade into hot topics at Town Hall
“Systematic change in a big state government with a $5 billion budget is not an easy thing to do.”
Budgets cuts, education and housing prices were…
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“What small-town America is all about;” Neighbors help clean up after landmark fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the weekend.…
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Avalanche experts warn backcountry users of safety
Local avalanche experts are urging backcountry users to slow down, get informed, and make safety their top priority before heading into the…
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Judge delays change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Aughenbaugh
A Bonneville County judge on Monday postponed a planned change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Allen Aughenbaugh after prosecutors could not confirm that…
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Bomb threat call prompts evacuations in Blackfoot; Police determine incident was a hoax
Blackfoot Police say they have reopened an area they evacuated following a bomb threat Monday morning.…
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Kouri Richins’ sister-in-law testifies she was ‘dumbfounded’ by Utah mom’s behavior after husband’s death
By Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — Kouri Richins’ in-laws gave emotional testimony Monday in her murder trial, describing her behavior in the…
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Local Girl Scouts visit the studio to talk about cookies
Troop 1023, one of Idaho Falls’ newest Girl Scout Troops, visited the studio live this morning. This troop includes mostly has Daisy’s (the youngest)…
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Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Island Park, 3 others survive
A Minnesota man was killed after being buried in an avalanche in the Keg Springs area west of Island Park on…
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Firefighters battle massive blaze at Baker Country Market in Salmon
Firefighters are currently on the scene of a massive structure fire at a local landmark. The Salmon Volunteer Fire Department reports that the Baker…
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Home Improvement Expo draws hundreds to Pocatello’s Mountain View Event Center
Day two of the expo brought hundreds of patrons through the doors of the Mountain View Event Center, where local vendors showcased products and…
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Adult injured in Bear Lake County shooting involving child; Sheriff issues safety warning
The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a stark reminder regarding gun safety this week following a shooting incident involving a child…
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Immigrants in Idaho: Major study analyzes the economic costs to Idaho of mass deportation
A new study finds that implementing mass deportation could cost Idaho 55,000 jobs, $5.1 billion in gross state product, and $397 million in tax…
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The Barefoot Runner: Jackson Laird Stuns at Simplot Games
The Simplot Games are the pinnacle athletic event in Pocatello every year, with athletes coming from around the world to compete. The athletes train…
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City of Idaho Falls warns of utility bill phishing scam targeting residents
The City of Idaho Falls is warning community members about an email phishing scam in which scammers are posing as the city in an attempt to steal…
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Idaho Tax Commission issues guidance on new ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ deductions
Following Idaho’s adoption of federal tax changes under the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” the Idaho State Tax Commission has released updates for the…
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Madison County Sheriff’s Office seeking information on ‘reckless’ motorcyclist
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a “reckless” motorcyclist who fled from an attempted traffic stop on…
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