
It’s OK if you’ve used your phone too much this year
As a tech reporter, I’ve probably spent too much time with devices over the years, but I always tried to put in place some boundaries: no phone…
Continue ReadingAs a tech reporter, I’ve probably spent too much time with devices over the years, but I always tried to put in place some boundaries: no phone…
Continue ReadingGermany’s Lufthansa operated a special cargo flight to airlift fruit and vegetables to England on Wednesday as shortages of food and other…
Continue ReadingThe year 2020, to put it mildly, was a challenging one for Corporate America. Still, some high-profile companies — and their leaders —…
Continue ReadingFast-food chain KFC has launched a new Intel-powered games console that comes with a built-in “chicken chamber” to keep your snacks warm.…
Continue ReadingSome of us are winding down for a period of holiday rest after a tumultuous year. But those who work in finance may not get much respite. Blame the…
Continue ReadingAmerica has gone from having the strongest job market in decades to the very opposite during the pandemic. For older workers who have lost their jobs…
Continue ReadingThe private bankers responsible for lending to President Donald Trump and Jared Kushner have resigned from Deutsche Bank, the bank said.…
Continue ReadingTesla CEO Elon Musk said on Twitter on Tuesday that he attempted to sell the company “during the darkest days of the Model 3 program,”…
Continue ReadingThe Department of Justice is alleging that Walmart broke the law and contributed to the prescription opioid crisis by filling thousands of invalid…
Continue ReadingRay Dalio, the billionaire founder of the world’s largest hedge fund, is deeply worried about a divided and profoundly unequal America as…
Continue ReadingExecutives from United and American Airlines announced plans Tuesday to bring back thousands of their furloughed workers in response to Congress…
Continue ReadingSome workers hope to continue the full-time telecommuting life indefinitely, pandemic or no pandemic. Brandon Penn isn’t one of them. “I…
Continue ReadingTucked away in the more than 5,000-page long Covid-19 stimulus bill is a new law that severely punishes streamers that pirate large amounts of…
Continue ReadingJust before the buzzer sounds on 2020, Washington has finally agreed on a $900 billion relief package that avoids driving the US economy off a cliff.…
Continue ReadingAfter months and months of delay, Congress has passed a $900 billion stimulus package that promises to accelerate vaccine distribution and deliver…
Continue ReadingBurger King is adding a new dollar menu, bucking the trend of fast food chains pushing customers to more expensive items as food and labor costs…
Continue ReadingSoftBank wants in on one of Wall Street’s hottest trends as it looks to beef up its tech portfolio once again. On Monday, the Japanese…
Continue ReadingFrance has suspended transport links with Britain after a new Covid-19 variant emerged in southern England, adding to growing chaos at UK ports and…
Continue ReadingIt was a bumpy ride for US stocks on Monday as worries over a new variant of the coronavirus overshadowed the news of a second pandemic relief bill…
Continue ReadingSo much for Tesla getting a bump on its first official day in the S&P 500. Shares of Tesla fell more than 6% Monday, dipping along with the…
Continue ReadingWhat started off as a meme-inspired parody cryptocurrency has now become the center of a series of tweets in a bitcoin sound-off from Elon Musk. The…
Continue ReadingTesla’s fortunes have made quite a journey since April 2018, when CEO Elon Musk posted a photo on Twitter of himself apparently asleep, lying…
Continue ReadingDespite the pandemic, 2020 was a landmark year for the commercial space industry. SpaceX became the first company ever to send humans to space aboard…
Continue ReadingWalmart is attempting to solve one of the biggest pain-points of online shopping — the dreaded return — with a new service. The retailer…
Continue ReadingInvestors had hoped to celebrate the moment US lawmakers agreed on a new stimulus package to help America’s ailing economy. Instead, the…
Continue ReadingApple has placed a second major supplier in Asia on probation after finding that the company delayed payments to workers — a breach that apparently…
Continue ReadingA meeting President Donald Trump held to discuss overturning the election result alarmed some White House staffers — people who are used to…
Continue ReadingIf you’re looking to turn over a new leaf in your career, the bureau of land management is offering a path…
Continue ReadingIDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Better Business Bureau says scammers are out taking advantage of recent natural disasters and the pandemic. A…
Continue ReadingThe Idaho Lottery has announced a $55,500,000 dividend to the People of…
Continue ReadingA Housing Preservation Program is providing rental assistance for those affected by COVID-19.…
Continue ReadingFor the second time in as many days, luck has found Idaho. …
Continue ReadingOne lucky Idaho Lottery player who purchased a Lucky for Life ticket in Bannock County for Monday night’s draw has won luck that lasts a lifetime. …
Continue ReadingA community meeting is helping local businesses get back on their feet after being shut down for more than a month due to the…
Continue ReadingThe Idaho State Tax Commission is offering some tips to make filing taxes easier as the June 15 state income tax deadline…
Continue ReadingSmall businesses that were left out of the first wave of SBA loans are being urged to quickly apply for the next round of loans available through the…
Continue ReadingDespite a pandemic, many Idaho residents are apparently still feeling…
Continue ReadingIDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Businesses have been creative in taking new approaches to keep customers safe during this pandemic. The Eastern…
Continue ReadingHere are schemes popping up around the nation to keep an eye out for in our…
Continue ReadingThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce created the Save Small Business Initiative, which starts accepting applications at 1:00 p.m. on…
Continue ReadingThis April 15 is like few others before.…
Continue ReadingCoronavirus-related safety precautions may make real estate traditions, like open houses and agents driving potential buyers from house to house,…
Continue ReadingNobody knows for sure when the next time you’ll be able to walk into a movie theatre is. But, despite the closures, there’s still some action…
Continue ReadingNormally, low prices drive people to the pumps, but the coronavirus has seemingly caused many to step on the…
Continue ReadingThe parent company of Huggies is expected to donate around 275,000 diapers next week.…
Continue ReadingSmall businesses are experiencing the collateral damage of the coronavirus shut…
Continue ReadingMissing the food from your favorite restaurant? Pocatello’s Puerto Vallarta has you covered.…
Continue ReadingThe state is working on a comprehensive list of essential and non-essential businesses, but here’s some…
Continue ReadingEffective Wednesday at the close of business, the Idaho Lottery will close its Boise Office to the public with all essential employees working from…
Continue ReadingIt’s been a long road for truckers over the past few weeks.…
Continue ReadingU.S. Senator Jim Risch of Idaho responds to the Trump Administration’s request for a stimulus package to battle the economic impact from the…
Continue ReadingThe Habitat for Humanity Restore closed its doors on Tuesday in an effort to stop the spread of coronavirus.…
Continue ReadingIDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – 479 million dollars. That’s the amount of money Idaho loses each year due to childcare issues. The reason was…
Continue ReadingIf you have already filed your taxes and received your returns, you may have been shocked. For some Idaho taxpayers, the state withheld much less…
Continue ReadingSince 1961, when it was put in place, the Pocatello-Chubbuck School District’s school plant facilities levy has never failed to pass. This year, the…
Continue ReadingThere’s a new option for people looking for a career in southeast…
Continue ReadingThe Bannock County Commissioners have agreed on a plan to equalize taxes for the Downey Fire District after a computer error failed to tax Downey…
Continue ReadingThis time last year, it appeared that Colorado’s industry was plateauing. Now it’s surging. Colorado cannabis shops notched sales of…
Continue ReadingThe Idaho State Tax Commission recommends you update your withholding at least yearly.…
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl LIV averaged 102 million viewers across several channels and streaming outlets, according to Fox. That number was up from last…
Continue ReadingWill stocks go up this year? It all depends on which market indicator you choose to follow. January was a choppy month on Wall Street. Stocks did…
Continue ReadingA version of this story first appeared in CNN Business’ Before the Bell newsletter. Not a subscriber? You can sign up right here. And then…
Continue ReadingPOCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A Bannock County couple appealed the assessed value of their property Thursday, claiming it was valued at nearly…
Continue ReadingIBM CEO Ginni Rometty, who has led the tech giant since 2012, will step down in April. Rometty will be succeeded by Arvind Krishna, who is currently…
Continue ReadingThe North American box office has seen a strong start so far in 2020 thanks to the surprise successes of “1917” and “Bad Boys for…
Continue ReadingAs you prepare to file your 2019 Idaho income tax return, the Idaho State Tax Commission offers the following tips to help you get your refund…
Continue ReadingThe Idaho State Tax Commission starts processing 2019 Idaho individual income tax returns on Monday, Jan. 27.…
Continue ReadingThe gender wage gap may seem like a relic of a distant past, but it’s still very real for Idaho…
Continue ReadingSony and Disney had a nice box office weekend as “Jumanji: The Next Level” exceeded expectations and “Frozen 2” crossed $1…
Continue ReadingDuring the holidays, we don’t just see a spike in our energy bill: Accidents increase significantly, putting a bummer on the holiday…
Continue ReadingIDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- The Haven is no longer accepting cash donations. They have transitioned to a safer and easier online credit card…
Continue ReadingIDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- With all the happiness of the holiday season in full swing it’s can be a different feeling for many. This time of…
Continue ReadingSoutheast Idaho’s real estate market looks promising for people looking to sell their…
Continue ReadingThe Eastern Idaho State Fair is once again offering a holiday deal for fair…
Continue ReadingMayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy…
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