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80’s rock and roll tribute band, Hairball, to light up Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre May 2

March 2, 2020 1:15 PM Emma Iannacone

A ‘bombastic celebration of arena rock’ is coming to the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre in May.

Students create pantry for food-insecure kids

March 1, 2020 12:00 PM Emma Iannacone

More than 11 million children in America are food insecure, and two Blackfoot students want to help.

Putt-Putt tournament sends golfers around Pocatello for a good cause

February 29, 2020 2:56 PM News Team

The Bannock Civitan Putt-Putt Tournament sent 82 teams of golfers to more than 20 bars Saturday as part of the annual fundraiser.

A night of art and chili at ISU

February 27, 2020 8:08 PM News Team

An evening of Art a la carte welcomed the community into Idaho State University’s art department Thursday.

Yellowstone bison entering Montana face slaughter, hunters

February 27, 2020 10:13 AM Associated Press

One of the last and largest wild bison populations in North America has begun its migration out of Yellowstone National Park into southwestern Montana, where they are being hunted and face government-sponsored slaughter as part of a population reduction program.

Pocatello Regional Airport did not get grant for Denver flights

February 25, 2020 11:18 AM Emma Iannacone

After months of anticipation, the Pocatello Regional Airport was not chosen to receive a grant that would fund flights to Denver.

For King and Country, Echosmith coming to Pocatello summer 2020

February 25, 2020 2:17 PM Emma Iannacone

The Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre released more of the summer 2020 line-up.

Pothole warnings issued for some roads

February 23, 2020 12:01 AM News Team

SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Transportation Department has issued pothole warnings for Highway 20 and Highway 33. Highway 33 has a 45 mpg speed limit just East of Sugar City. Drivers are urged to watch the roadways and drive with extreme caution.

KIFI Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3

Remodeled Rooms Revealed to Scott Family

February 21, 2020 9:36 PM News Team

Children of the Scott’s family in Blackfoot finally got to see how their new rooms turned out. For the past five years the Ridge Crest Elementary reaches out to a local family in need and provides them with a little remodeling. This year it was the Scotts family. Today members of the schools faculty unveiled

Panel meets to discuss nuclear waste removal agreement

February 21, 2020 9:10 PM News Team

On Friday, a panel including Senator Jim Risch, Congressman Mike Simpson and Governor Brad Little came together at the Bennion Student Union to discuss the state’s new nuclear waste agreement.

Taco John’s launches re-branding and growth initiative

February 20, 2020 3:22 PM Associated Press

A Wyoming-based fast food company is attempting to revamp its branding and expand the franchise as it adds new stores and remodels older ones.

Clif Bar wrapper recycling to end in Wyoming, elsewhere

February 20, 2020 11:03 AM Associated Press

A program to recycle energy bar wrappers is ending in Jackson and elsewhere.

Business as usual: Jakers open after car crashes through front door

February 18, 2020 6:04 PM News Team

Jakers Bar and Grill is open for business and operating as normal after a car drove through the restaurant’s front door Monday.

Authorities report more pronghorn killed in train accident

February 18, 2020 9:39 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is reporting an additional 32 pronghorn have been killed in a second train accident in eastern Idaho.

Low beaver activity in Mink Creek may not be linked to trapping

February 16, 2020 5:22 PM Emma Iannacone

Watershed Guardians and Idaho Fish and Game have separately been tracking the beaver activity in the area, and both have noticed a drop in activity.

Smooches From Pooches event in Pocatello

February 15, 2020 10:51 AM Matthew Rosenberg

If your Valentine’s Day quest for unconditional love was unsuccessful, it’s not too late to find some at the Smooches for Pooches event at the Pocatello Animal shelter on Feb. 15th

Local seniors get surprise hugs for Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2020 2:37 PM Jilliana Colina

“I don’t have family here, so a few hugs from other people are always welcomed”

How early should you plan your Valentine’s Day plans?

February 13, 2020 5:36 PM Jilliana Colina

“My biggest suggestion would be to definitely book early because we’ve been booked and telling people no since Monday”

On The Hook Fish & Chips brings waves of people out

February 12, 2020 10:02 PM Adrian Luevano

It’s not often a food truck has people track everywhere it goes.

It is time to update your Windows operating system

February 12, 2020 9:02 PM Adrian Luevano

It is time to look at your computer software and see if you need to update to the newest Windows operating system.

Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre plans to increase concert frequency

February 12, 2020 6:10 PM News Team

Bannock County is negotiating an agreement with Live Nation that would allow the production of the county’s own shows at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre.

Competitors gather at Jackson Hole for Kings and Queens of Corbet’s

February 11, 2020 6:43 PM News Team

Low temperatures and howling winds couldn’t stop 24 skiers and snowboarders from taking a leap for $10,000.

Regulatory fees could drop for Idaho elk hunting ranches

February 11, 2020 12:32 PM Associated Press

The director of the Idaho Department of Agriculture will have authority to set regulatory fees paid by elk hunting ranches under legislation sent to the Senate on Tuesday.

Idaho visitors could see big hike in hunting, fishing fees

February 11, 2020 9:43 AM Associated Press

Legislation significantly increasing what it will cost nonresidents to hunt deer and elk in Idaho headed to the full Senate on Monday.

Elk hit by train in Bear Lake County

February 10, 2020 5:36 PM News Team

A train collided with a small group of elk near Dingle in Bear Lake County early Sunday morning.

ISU Business Leader of the Year named

February 11, 2020 11:42 AM News Team

The Pocatello Pet Lodge and Pocatello Pet Lodge, Too owner is the Idaho State University Alpha Kappa Psi Delta Upsilon Chapter 61st Idaho Business Leader of the Year.

Local boy heads to Washington D.C.

February 10, 2020 1:18 AM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Kaleb Chatelain was awarded the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. On average, 2 awards are given per state. A middle school student and a high school student are chosen for giving back to the community. He was inspired by his young cousin who suffers from a genetic disorder. Chatelain created fliers

Family-friendly events celebrate Fire and Ice fest

February 8, 2020 4:40 PM News Team

The first full weekend of every February only means one thing in Lava Hot Springs: Fire & Ice Winterfest. All weekend, dozens of family-friendly events invite people into town to celebrate winter.

Second group of elk ushered across highway near Sugar City

February 7, 2020 5:50 PM News Team

A group of 150 elk moved out of Teton Canyon earlier this week and headed west towards Highway 20 near Sugar City, again causing concern for passing motorists.

$7,000 offered for help in 2018 Wyoming bird, dog poisonings

February 7, 2020 10:56 AM Associated Press

U.S. and Wyoming officials are offering cash rewards for useful information as they investigate the poisoning deaths of three dogs and dozens of birds including a bald eagle.

Gate City using traffic center to identify roads that need plowing

February 6, 2020 5:45 PM News Team

In recent years, the City of Pocatello has been using traffic cameras to identify which streets they need to send plows to.

Left lane blocked on I-15 south of Shelley

February 5, 2020 5:30 PM News Team

Idaho State Police is on scene assisting a semi that is stalled in the left lane on northbound I-15 near milepost 105 and a half, south of Shelley.

Winter weather advisory for East Idaho: Prepare ahead of time for travel

February 5, 2020 4:40 PM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department and the National Weather Service are advising you use caution while traveling beginning Wednesday evening due to an extended severe winter weather advisory.

Coronaviruses are in Idaho, but not the strain from China

February 5, 2020 5:55 PM News Team

On Wednesday, officials confirmed a case of novel coronavirus in Wisconsin, bringing the total number of cases in the U.S. to 12.

Blackfoot considering renaming historic Yellowstone Highway

February 4, 2020 4:49 PM Emma Iannacone

The city of Blackfoot is asking people what they think of the idea of renaming the historic Yellowstone Highway.

Grizzly captures, kills, down substantially in Wyoming

February 4, 2020 12:52 PM Associated Press

Wildlife managers relocated or killed substantially fewer grizzly bears in northwestern Wyoming in 2019 compared to 2018.

The ‘world’s worst cat’ has been adopted

February 3, 2020 4:34 PM CNN

Despite the odds, the “World’s Worst Cat” has just been adopted into a loving family. The Mitchell County Animal Rescue in North Carolina posted an adoption ad on Facebook last month that introduced the world to Perdita, the ‘”World’s Worst Cat.” “We thought she was sick,” the ad said. “Turns out she’s just a jerk.”

New lawsuit over Wyoming elk feeding seeks sooner phase-out

February 3, 2020 1:13 PM Associated Press

Environmental groups have filed a new lawsuit against the feeding of elk on a Wyoming wildlife refuge, saying the U.S. government should act sooner to curtail the practice.

Avalanche class aims to keep snowmobilers safe

January 31, 2020 9:20 PM News Team

Nationwide, skiers are most frequently killed in avalanches, according to data from the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. But in Idaho, it’s snowmobilers who have the highest fatality rate.

Grocery shoppers prepare for Super Bowl Sunday

January 31, 2020 6:23 PM Jilliana Colina

If theres one thing every fan can agree on, is that you can’t do Super Bowl Sunday without amazing food.

Reed’s Dairy celebrates Ice Cream for Breakfast Day with Saturday breakfast special

January 31, 2020 3:32 PM News Team

National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is Saturday, and Reed’s Dairy is celebrating by offering a French toast breakfast topped with ice cream and syrup along with a cold glass of milk at all of their store locations throughout Idaho.

Bull elk rescued from hay tarp

January 30, 2020 5:42 PM News Team

Idaho Fish and Game wildlife biologists rushed to the rescue of a bull elk that had become entangled in a hay tarp in the Monteview area Thursday morning.

Weston woman named Ultimate Extreme Huntress

January 29, 2020 9:27 PM News Team

Lindsay Christensen had already held the title of Extreme Huntress when she was named Ultimate Extreme Huntress earlier this month.

Winter weather conditions in East Idaho creates driving hazards

January 28, 2020 5:20 PM News Team

Recent winter storms coupled with fluctuating temperatures have caused potholes to develop along the roadway in eastern Idaho.

Idaho wildlife officials criticized for elk hunt

January 27, 2020 10:28 AM Associated Press

Idaho Department of Fish and Game officials are being criticized for taking part in a research project that led to the killing of 206 elk across southern Idaho from Pocatello to Nampa.

Idaho wolf population is estimated at 1,000 animals

January 23, 2020 4:27 PM Associated Press

The director of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game on Thursday said there are an estimated 1,000 wolves in Idaho.

Something’s fishy: Trout in the Classroom program begins in east Idaho

January 23, 2020 5:42 PM News Team

In the halls of Franklin Middle School, Shayne Hughes’ class has become pretty famous.

Lawmaker proposes wolf-free zones in southern Idaho

January 22, 2020 4:46 PM Associated Press

Some areas in Idaho would be declared wolf-free zones, and other areas where the animals have killed livestock would have increased wolf-killing opportunities under legislation proposed Wednesday.

Dogs restricted from groomed Nordic trails in the Heise area

January 22, 2020 10:43 AM News Team

The Palisades Ranger District of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest has restricted dogs from using groomed Nordic trails near Kelly Canyon until April 15.

Foodbank volunteers celebrate MLK Day with service

January 20, 2020 5:16 PM Jilliana Colina

Shaw said that in 2019 volunteers provided enough hours for thirty full-time employees.

Many come out to participate in ISU’s annual MLK Day March

January 20, 2020 5:17 PM Jilliana Colina

Those old and young, human and k-9, came out to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Idaho gas prices fall again

January 20, 2020 10:50 AM News Team

Gas prices fell 1.5 cents per gallon over the past week, according to Gas Buddy’s weekly survey of 802 Idaho service stations.

‘Anything’s possible’: Potato Cup winners take difficult path to the finish line

January 18, 2020 4:08 PM News Team

This year, some of the race’s winners had a more difficult path to the finish line than others.

Love, hate relationship: Residents divided on feelings about flock of wild turkeys

January 17, 2020 8:53 PM News Team

Some call them a nuisance and others say they love them. A flock of wild turkeys has seemingly arrived in the area around South Mink Creek Road out of thin air. Residents are divided in their stance on the poultry.

Rescan day is Friday for antenna users in Pocatello area

January 16, 2020 5:06 PM News Team

For people in the Pocatello area who use an antenna to get our channels, Friday is an important day.

Endangered tamarin comes to Idaho Falls Zoo

January 15, 2020 5:26 PM News Team

A critically endangered one-pound cotton-top female tamarin has a new home at the Idaho Falls Zoo.

Lost cat from Russia has found his way home

January 15, 2020 5:29 PM Ariel Schroeder

After sharing Ivan’s story last week he has been reunited with his owner.

Winter weather has little impact on emergency services

January 14, 2020 8:07 PM News Team

Winter weather advisories are still in effect for much of eastern Idaho, but even with difficult driving conditions, emergency services are always just a call away.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Upper Valley highways begin to close again

January 13, 2020 10:44 AM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department has temporarily closed numerous roads because of the snowy and icy conditions.

Safety is the priority: Pebble Creek hosts Max Safety Day

January 11, 2020 4:55 PM News Team

With snowflakes falling in southeast Idaho, Pebble Creek held an event to remind skiers and snowboarders of the inherent dangers of the sport.

Snake River Open marks exciting start to track and field season

January 10, 2020 8:40 PM News Team

The annual Snake River Open kicked off inside Holt Arena Friday. The two-day track and field event usually hosts high school and collegiate athletes, but the field was expanded to include elementary and middle schoolers this year.

Avalanche traps delivery truck, closes Teton Pass

January 9, 2020 12:57 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Transportation reports Teton Pass has been closed in both directions due to an avalanche.

Foul weather postpones helicopter goat shoot in Grand Teton

January 9, 2020 12:29 PM Associated Press

Foul weather has postponed plans to kill nonnative mountain goats in Grand Teton National Park.

Cat from Russia found in Idaho Falls

January 7, 2020 5:45 PM Ariel Schroeder

One unique cat at the Idaho falls Animal Shelter may come with a lot of baggage.

Going from Christmas to Compost

December 23, 2019 11:21 AM Matthew Rosenberg

Neighbors can drop their after-season Tannenbaums at collection sites around Idaho Falls

Liquor sales up from last New Year

January 2, 2020 8:38 AM Emma Iannacone

A packed house celebrating a new decade can really put some drinks back.

Roaring into the 2020s

December 31, 2019 9:07 PM News Team

In order to ring in the New Year, one local establishment is taking you back in time to the ages of flappers and bootleggers.

Idaho State Police issue warning to drivers

December 29, 2019 12:34 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Idaho state police have issued a warning to drivers about Interstate 15. They say slick road conditions exist between mileposts 55-58 near Inkom. Multiple slide offs have been reported in that area.

Dogs killed, injured in string of central Idaho mountain lion attacks

December 29, 2019 6:31 PM Emma Iannacone

Five mountain lion attacks in the past week have left dogs injured and dead in the Wood River Valley.

3 on 3 tournament dunks on hunger

December 28, 2019 1:02 PM News Team

A 3 on 3 basketball tournament held at the Mountain View Event Center gave the community a chance to help a good cause in a fun way.

Identity of headless body to be released

December 27, 2019 10:10 PM Matthew Rosenberg

Investigators with The Clark County Sheriff’s Office say they have a positive identification of the human remains found in the Civil Defense Caves back in 1979 and 1991.

National Guard hosting 3 on 3 tournament

December 24, 2019 9:07 PM News Team

On Saturday, the Army National Guard is hosting the Sasquatch 3 on 3 Tournament in an effort to help collect for the Foodbank.

Aid for Friends gets big help from community to make Christmas special

December 24, 2019 11:58 AM Emma Iannacone

Not everyone gets to spend Christmas at home surrounded by family and food.

Jackson Hole opens Eagle’s Rest lift

December 21, 2019 7:08 PM News Team

Another exciting winter is underway just over the Wyoming border. This year, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is improving the mountain experience for everyone.

The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center opens early for 2019-2020 season

December 20, 2019 3:14 PM News Team

Bannock County residents now have the chance to experience another winter activity. The East For Mink Creek Nordic Center is open earlier this year thanks to a new snow grooming machine.

Local students donate 167 turkeys and $7,500 in cash

December 20, 2019 4:08 PM Karole Honas

The Sixth Grade Complex in Blackfoot has done it again.

Record whitefish landed at Bear Lake

December 20, 2019 3:16 PM News Team

A McCammon man found his way into the Idaho record books, during a fishing trip to Bear Lake December 10.

Pebble Creek starts season a day earlier than planned

December 20, 2019 3:58 PM News Team

Though the plan was to open on Saturday, Pebble Creek Ski Area had enough snow to start the season a day early this year.

$10K check presented for ‘trip of a lifetime’

December 19, 2019 5:51 PM News Team

After spending hundreds of man-hours making toffee, The ELF Project presented the Carlson family a $10,000 check for their “trip of a lifetime” on Thursday.

Demonstration: Dry Christmas trees cause house fires

December 19, 2019 4:42 PM Emma Iannacone

About 160 Christmas trees catch fire every year, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

All Under One Roof gives gifts to seniors

December 19, 2019 1:34 PM Emma Iannacone

All Under One Roof gave away 30 unique Christmas gift bags to seniors in the community.

Officials say fewer eagles returning to Lake Coeur d’Alene

December 19, 2019 10:10 AM Associated Press

Public land managers say the number of eagles flocking to northern Idaho’s Lake Coeur d’Alene has unexpectedly dropped.

Donut Bros. open for business in Old Town

December 18, 2019 5:25 PM News Team

Across the street from Pocatello High School, mini doughnuts are the hot topic.

Idaho State troopers bring Christmas to 10 counties

December 18, 2019 5:44 PM Ariel Schroeder

ISP partnered with Broulims grocery store collecting money and food for families in the 10 counties they patrol.

I-15 lanes reopened near Malad

December 18, 2019 3:19 PM News Team

Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a single-vehicle crash southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 26, near Malad.

F&G Commission expands 2020 spring steelhead fishing season starting Jan. 1

December 18, 2019 1:09 PM News Team

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission decided to reopen steelhead fishing in the Clearwater River and lower Snake River downstream of Couse Creek Boat Ramp beginning on Jan. 1 during a conference call Wednesday.

2 Yellowstone wolf pups fatally hit by a vehicle

December 18, 2019 9:46 AM News Team

Two wolves from the Junction Butte Pack were fatally hit around sunset on the road between Tower Junction and the Northeast Entrance on Nov. 19 Yellowstone National Park announced in a release Wednesday.

15 families will have a merry Christmas this year

December 17, 2019 5:34 PM Ariel Schroeder

15 low-income families with students at Ucon Elementary will have a merry Christmas this year.

Interior Department, states appeal sage grouse ruling

December 17, 2019 2:53 PM Associated Press

The Interior Department, Idaho and Wyoming are appealing a court ruling that halted a Trump administration plan to ease land-use restrictions in seven Western states that protect struggling sage grouse.

Here’s where Idaho’s ducks come from

December 26, 2019 10:00 AM News Team

When temperatures fall in December and January, duck hunting in Idaho — particularly in the southwest part of the state — often heats up with the arrival of “northern birds.”

Backcountry roads closed for winter

December 16, 2019 12:44 PM News Team

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind you that as of last week, a number of backcountry roads are now closed for the winter.

Wild horses treated and released

December 16, 2019 12:03 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management has released 52 wild horse studs and nine mares back into the Challis Wild Horse Herd Management Area.

Polar Experience provides holiday fun for the family

December 16, 2019 12:28 PM Emma Iannacone

A unique holiday activity is lighting up the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel in Fort Hall.

Gas prices tumble nationwide

December 16, 2019 8:32 AM News Team

Gas prices across Idaho dropped 2.4 cents per gallon over the past week, to the lowest level since last spring.

How to support people coping with grief

December 15, 2019 4:24 PM Emma Iannacone

Friends, coworkers and neighbors of the Hansen family know how much of an impact they’ve had on Southeast Idaho.

Kelly Canyon’s season-opening starts the weekend early for some

December 13, 2019 5:36 PM Jilliana Colina

If you’re into more extreme riding the resort’s new slogan, “Make the terrain park great again,” will excite you.

Law enforcement cracking down on impaired driving this holiday season

December 13, 2019 11:12 AM News Team

With the holidays and the new year just a few weeks away, local and state law enforcement are urging drivers to drink responsibly.

Meowy Howlidays set for Saturday at Snake River Animal Shelter

December 13, 2019 10:23 AM News Team

Join Santa and the merry elves of the Snake River Animal Shelter for their free Meowy Howlidays Celebration on Saturday.

Soldier Mountain opens Saturday

December 13, 2019 9:53 AM News Team

Soldier Mountain Ski Area is opening this weekend on Dec. 14 and Dec. 15.

From heart to heart: Musician helping local mother with heart failure

December 12, 2019 7:31 PM News Team

For 36-year-old Mandy Dutton, life has always had its challenges. Born with Epstein’s anomaly, Dutton’s had six open-heart surgeries since she was 10 days old, with three alone in 2009.

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