Woman arrested for beating 93-year-old
Blackfoot Police report a 21-year-old was arrested Saturday afternoon after she forced her way into a residence on N. Stout Street in Blackfoot and…
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Blackfoot considering renaming historic Yellowstone Highway
The city of Blackfoot is asking people what they think of the idea of renaming the historic Yellowstone…
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Blackfoot’s Pearson makes XFL opening roster
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Former Blackfoot Bronco Colby Pearson is now a New York Guardian. The wide receiver out of BYU made the final 52 man…
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Blackfoot school closed Thursday
Blackfoot School District #55 reports Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade will not have school on Thursday, Jan.…
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Bingham County Jail experiencing significant overcrowding
The Bingham County jail has a capacity of 101 inmates, but they’ve been well over that mark since “July of last year,” according to Sheriff Craig…
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Blackfoot store soon hiring under new name
Bealls Department Store, at 1350 Parkway Drive in Blackfoot, will soon have a new…
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Blackfoot Mayor to host “open mic” sessions
Blackfoot Mayor Marc Carroll is providing a new forum for public input.…
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Do you recognize this truck?
The Blackfoot Police Department needs your help identifying a truck.…
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Blackfoot man arrested on sex abuse charges
Kilby Williams, 35, appeared for his first appearance/arraignment in court Tuesday, January 21, on seven counts of lewd conduct with a minor child…
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Blackfoot Police welcome new cruisers
Blackfoot drivers may soon see a new image in the…
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Suicide attempts on the rise in Blackfoot
A rise in suicide attempts is leading the Blackfoot Police Department to focus on critical incident…
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Veterans Cemetery construction on track
The city of Blackfoot is assuring veterans and their families that planning for the state’s second veterans cemetery is moving ahead, in spite of the…
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Region’s first New Year’s Baby honor goes to Blackfoot couple
The first regional baby of the New Year was apparently Grant Perkes of…
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Blackfoot hosting mobile Vietnam veterans memorial
A tribute to Vietnam war veterans is traveling to southeast Idaho in…
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Idaho State Police respond to two accidents on I-15
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State Police responded to two accidents on Interstate 15 about 2 miles away from each other but happening at…
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Veterans raise money for local BBQ truck
People enjoyed grilled cheese and beer on Saturday while they raised money for a veteran-owned…
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Local students donate 167 turkeys and $7,500 in cash
The Sixth Grade Complex in Blackfoot has done it…
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Teachers receive help from ISU Credit Union
ISU Credit Union officials visited two local schools this week and left some cash donations…
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When and where you can donate blood this holiday season
The American Red Cross is urging all eligible donors to give the gift of life this holiday season to help ensure patients don’t have to worry about…
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Felony suspect arrested in Blackfoot
Neighbors were evacuated and a school ordered to shelter as Blackfoot Police arrested a suspect…
Continue Reading “We will rebuild:” Blackhawk BBQ food truck destroyed in accident
A local business owner is looking to rebuild after an accident on Interstate 15 totaled his food…
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Multiple crashes on I-15 between Pocatello and Blackfoot
UPDATE: Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash southbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 88, south of Blackfoot around 10:50 a.m.…
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BCCLC plans to leave Blackfoot
The Blackfoot Charter Community Learning Center has made a big leap for its future and it involves leaving the city…
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Christmas Tree Fantasy auction Thursday
Bingham County will host its 41st Christmas Tree Fantasy is underway through Saturday at the Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds Needlecraft…
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Crash blocks I-15 lanes
Idaho State Police are investigating a crash southbound on Interstate 15, near milepost 91 just south of Blackfoot. …
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Weather related I-15 crashes finally cleared
Travelers using Interstate 15, near Blackfoot, should prepare for…
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Blackfoot snow removal ordinances enforced
The city of Blackfoot is reminding residents about its snow removal and parking policies and…
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Get your Holiday Happy Pass on Cyber Monday
The Eastern Idaho State Fair is once again offering a holiday deal for fair…
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Salvation Army kicks off Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army is hitting the pavement this week to collect donations for its annual Red Kettle…
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‘Give Cold Feet a Boot’ campaign provides 300 winter boots for students
There was a lot of heart and soles to be found at one Blackfoot school…
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Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community
Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy…
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Learn how to use phones, computers at new Blackfoot course
Being left behind in the digital age can make people feel isolated from the…
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Stolen vehicle recovered after pursuit in Blackfoot
Idaho State Police were involved in a pursuit in the Blackfoot area of Interstate 15 while attempting to recover a stolen vehicle Wednesday around…
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Blackfoot High School closure date rescheduled to Friday
UPDATE 11/13/19 12:45 p.m. Blackfoot High School will now be closed Friday instead of Thursday because the city will be able to make needed repairs…
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New building ideas stir after Blackfoot pool levy fails
The Blackfoot Pool levy failed and now it’s stirring up the question: What is to become of the…
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November vote likely life or death for the Blackfoot Pool
Though it’s been nearly a year since its doors closed, the Blackfoot Pool has another chance at…
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Fish salvage order issued for Jensen Grove Pond
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for the pond at Jensen Grove Park in Blackfoot effective now through October 31.…
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Blackfoot woman sentenced for lying to law enforcement
A Blackfoot woman who lied to authorities about a vehicle-pedestrian incident will spend a year and a day in federal prison. Olivia Sabrina Jay, 23,…
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Road work begins on Blackfoot bridge on I-15, exit 93
For months, motorcyclists and drivers have been warned of the dangerous bridge on I-15 near Blackfoot. Now, more caution signs are warning motorists…
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Bingham County Search and Rescue in search of a home
Bingham County Search and Rescue is searching for land to build a facility to operate from. Officials have found one location, but they need more…
Continue Reading East Idaho meth dealer sentenced to more than 17 years in prison
A 47-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced this week in U.S. District Court to 210 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for…
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Community outraged after “trash talk” allegedly turned to “racist bashing” at Blackfoot/Skyline basketball game
Students, parents, and community members are outraged over an incident at a Skyline High School basketball game against Blackfoot High School.…
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