Senator Mike Crapo pays eastern Idaho a visit
In an exclusive interview with Senator Mike Crapo, Doug Long asks about recent Republican town hall meetings, the Trump tariffs,…
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Protecting your home from spring bugs
Spring is usually when bugs start to mate, so now is the time to keep them…
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Idaho Falls woman arrested for taking mail from mailbox
An Idaho Falls woman was arrested for trying to enter a home and taking mail from a home.…
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I-15 now open after accident knocked over power lines
All power has been restored on Stosich Lane and to Skyline High…
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President Trump endorses Senator Risch well ahead of mid-term elections
“Senator Jim Risch has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election, he is an exceptional man, and HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump wrote in a…
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Kids in need jump for joy getting new shoes
Kids’ needs for shoes and warm clothing are increasing, especially in today’s…
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Idaho State Police change light patterns for safer roads
Idaho drivers may be familiar with the flashing red and blue lights.
But, the familiar pattern will soon be a thing of the past as Idaho State…
New report details what led to the fatal Ririe Reservoir helicopter crash
According to the report, Houghton told investigators neither he nor Brown saw the power lines that spanned across the frozen reservoir until it was…
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IFPD seeking new recruits to “make a positive difference”
“Being a police officer gives you an opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives and in the world,” said Idaho Falls Police…
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Media shield law bill passes Idaho Legislature with unanimous support
A bill designed to protect journalists’ confidential sources has passed the Idaho House and Senate with bipartisan support. The bill’s sponsor, Rep.…
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Bonneville County man charged with Aggravated Battery
A 69-year-old man, Donnie Lee Winn of Bonneville County, is now in custody after allegedly trying to strangle a woman, according to the Bonneville…
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Bonneville County Sheriffs Office roll-out public safety app
The Idaho Sheriffs Association has partnered with several Idaho counties to improve Idaho Sheriff Connect.
The app has been available for about 5…
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Ammon road construction resumes after winter break
Construction started Monday, March 17th to widen Ammon Road on 35th East from Lincoln Road to Highway 26.
Bonneville County Road and Bridge are…
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Art Museum of Eastern Idaho announces “Off-the-Wall Art Sale”
The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM) is inviting area art lovers and collectors to a “one-of-a-kind art buying experience.” TAM will host their…
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Senator Crapo sits down with Local News 8 at Noon
Senator Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, joined Local News 8’s Kailey Galaviz Tuesday to discuss the issues affecting people in his home state.
The U.S. Senator…
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City of Idaho Falls receives prestigious Idaho Award for Leadership in Energy Efficiency
The City of Idaho Falls’ ongoing efforts to reduce energy consumption have been recognized with the Idaho Award for Leadership in Energy…
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New Mazda Dealership in Idaho Falls
New car smell, meet new dealership smell, at least at Young Mazda in Idaho Falls. Young Mazda has opened a new dealership building at the…
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Don’t test your luck this St. Patrick’s Day, plan for a sober ride home
As the Saint Patrick’s Day festivities continue, local law enforcement is reminding Idahoans celebrating to make plans now for a sober ride home.…
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Lyle Lovett and his Large Band heading to Idaho Falls
Another major country star is making his way to the Mountain America Center as the venue continues to add on to its Summer Lineup. Lyle Lovett and…
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Man arrested for DUI after discovered racing near 1st Street
A 33-year-old man was arrested Sunday night after Sheriff’s Deputies reportedly pulled him over for drunk driving after he was seen racing near 1st…
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Fire destroys shop in the Woodville area
The Shelley Fire Department said they were called to a shop fire around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, on the 700 block of 1550…
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Camper catches fire in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a fire involving a camper trailer Monday…
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Driving carefully to avoid potholes
Conde recommends driving carefully through standing water because potholes might be hiding under the…
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Hundreds walk and run for the homeless
Events like these help the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission provide thousands of resources to the…
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Eastern Idaho Law Enforcement gets a boost with CEI’s new training program
The College of Eastern Idaho is announcing the official state approval of its peace officer standards and training, also known as the…
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Preparing for a plant-filled spring
“As the weather first breaks, some of the first flowers that you can set out are pansies and…
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Scam Alert: Idaho Falls Regional Airport warns travelers of rising E-Visa scams
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport is warning travelers to be on the look out for scammers and fraudulent websites pretending to issue E-visas or…
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Idaho House approves adding seats with University of Utah medical education program
The Idaho House has passed a bill that will add more seats to train medical doctors.…
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Mountain America Center: A look back and a look forward
The Mountain America Center has already become a staple of the eastern Idaho community after only being open a few…
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Community All-Stars: The Idaho Falls Music Club creates the perfect local harmony
Every great musician starts somewhere and for some within the East Idaho area, the Idaho Falls Music Club is a supportive starting…
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Bonneville School District selects Hillcrest’s new Principal
The Bonneville Joint School District 93 has selected Tyler Mills, former Assistant Principal, as the next Principal of Hillcrest High School.
“I am…
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Car hits Ammon home
A car nearly plowed through a home in Ammon Wednesday night on Falcon…
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Simplot company foundation supports local Art Museum expansion
The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM) is partnering with the J.R. Simplot Company to meet the growing needs of the community and strengthen the…
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Ammon firefighters rescue 2 dogs from garage fire
The Ammon Fire Department responded to a garage fire at a home along East Wayne Avenue.
Firefighters were able to enter the home by cutting through…
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Paddy’s on Park returns for St. Patrick’s Day 2025
The Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC) is excited to once again host Paddy’s on Park! The event will be held this Saturday,…
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Café Zupas to open restaurant in Ammon
Cafe Zupas announced Wednesday that it will open a restaurant in Ammon. It will be located in Foothills Square, just south of Culver’s restaurant and…
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Waterline repairs begin on Woodruff Avenue
The City of Idaho Falls Water Division began work to repair waterlines at the 2000 Block of Woodruff Avenue near 25th Street, Wednesday, March 12.…
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Local IFFD firefighters honored for their service to the community
Firefighter and Driver Adrian Russell was honored as the American Legion Post 56 “Firefighter of the Year.” A crew of five firefighters received the…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho Gears Up for 6th Annual Fundraising for Families Event
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho (RMHC of Idaho) is excited to announce that the 6th Annual Fundraising for Families event, presented by…
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32-year-old Idaho Falls man sentenced for Child Exploitation
“Removing these predators from our streets is a top priority for our office,” said Attorney General Labrador. “Our ICAC prosecutors and…
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Bert Kreischer’s PERMISSION TO PARTY hits Idaho Falls Mountain America Center
The Mountain America Center is adding another show-stopping performer to the venue’s 2025 lineup. Renowned comedian Bert Kreischer returns to the…
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Elks Lodge assisting families in need – Food box program returns March 22
Families in need can pick up shelf-stable food boxes and some fresh and frozen food products at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Cars…
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Giant colon exhibit teaches importance of screening
Colon cancer—one of the leading causes of death in the country—is on the rise, and it’s one of the few cancers that can be…
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Idaho Falls Police launch 2025 Citizen’s Police Academy – Applications now open
The program is designed to give community members a working knowledge of the Idaho Falls Police Department, insight into being a police officer, and…
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21st annual “Idaho Teen Film Festival” returns March 18th
“In the 20-plus year history of the event, 492 films have been submitted, and over $50,000 of prizes have been awarded,” writes the East Idaho Falls…
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Seether set to perform in Idaho Falls
Another major hard-rock/grunge group is making a stop in Eastern Idaho’s gateway for live entertainment. Seether’s The Surface Seems So Far Tour…
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Idaho Falls Firefighters tackle SUV fire on US Highway 20
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on US Highway 20 Sunday morning. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, which was…
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Missing teen has been located
The Idaho Falls Police have announced that Kyle was located shortly before 9 AM Saturday and is safe.
“Thank you to our community members for…
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Ammon mayor addresses state of city
Mayor Coletti addressed a major concern in the city—the streets. He says Ammon’s tax levy is so low it makes it impossible to save for street…
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Idaho Falls protestors seek increased punishments for child-sex crimes
Dozens protested in Idaho Falls Friday against judges they believe have given light sentences for sexual misconduct with children and possession of…
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Intermountain Packing pre-trial confrence rescheduled
CEO of Inter-mountain Packing, David Adams, was in court again Thursday after the company was charged by the city of Idaho Falls for creating a…
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Red Cross asks homeowners to check smoke alarms when we spring forward
Since last October, the Red Cross responded to 70 home fires in Idaho. At least five of those fires were in the Idaho Falls-Pocatello area and…
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Biggest indoor RV show in East Idaho comes to Mountain America Center
Bish’s RV, Camping World, and Smith RV are working together to give people a chance to browse and buy any RV-related products they…
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Southeast Idaho Catholic community marks Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, Catholics and some fellow Christians receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross to mark the first day of Lent, or the 40…
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Idaho Farmers weigh in on Trump administration proposed tariffs
In his Tuesday night address to Congress, President Donald Trump pledged the new US trade policy would be “great for the American farmer” and…
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DOGE cuts could pull the plug on several Eastern Idaho federal office leases
Several federal offices in eastern Idaho could be impacted by potential cancellations of federal leases by Elon Musk’s Department of Government…
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Idaho Falls protestors rally against President Trump’s executive orders
A group of protestors gathered along the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon. Protest organizers say they are rallying against the…
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Sweeten your day with Reed’s Dairy’s “Stuff Your Stanley” event – March 12th
A local dairy is inviting people to enjoy a sweet treat next week. Reed’s Dairy is hosting its Second Annual “Stuff Your Stanely” event at all…
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Drug Trafficker living in Teton County sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison
A Mexican national unlawfully living in Teton County, Idaho, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute…
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Is owning chickens less expensive than buying eggs at the store?
Egg prices continue to rise, and experts do not expect them to decrease anytime soon. This situation raises a question: Would it be more…
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Idaho Falls Zoo taking applications for Junior Zoo Crew
The Junior Zoo Crew offers a specially designed summer educational program for teens aged 14 to 17, according to the city of Idaho Falls. “The…
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Local Lego store celebrates one-year anniversary
“The turnout was insane. We had a lot of people in here. We had to actually space people out to come in at groups at a…
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Idaho Falls begins major infrastructure upgrades in Poitevin Park
On March 3, contractors with the City of Idaho Falls will begin work to install a new stormwater system and reconstruct streets near Poitevin…
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Local food bank struggles with skyrocketing egg prices
The charity used to pay up to $60 for 30 dozen eggs, but now they would have to pay $200 for the same amount of eggs. That’s more than a triple…
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Community All-Stars: The Civil Air Patrol saves lives and shapes futures through volunteer work
The Civil Air Patrol is a congressionally chartered and federally funded non-profit organization that helps support the community through service,…
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City of Idaho Falls to improve waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The City of Idaho Falls has announced an upcoming project to improve the waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition south of…
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Young Scientists Shine at Packed Idaho Science & Engineering Fair
The Idaho State University Student Union Building was packed with local high school students to compete in the 2nd annual Idaho Community Science…
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Idaho Day Event at the Museum of Idaho – March 5th
The Museum of Idaho, in partnership with members of the former Bonneville County Heritage Association (BCHA), is inviting the public to an Idaho Day…
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Kids across Idaho rock out with the Idaho Falls Symphony
The engaging concert helps kids learn to love music and show them the orchestra can be enjoyed at any…
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Rigby High students stage walkout as district cuts AP classes
Students at Rigby High School staged a walkout today to protest Jefferson Joint School District 251’s decision to eliminate advanced and advanced…
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WATCH: Man destroys Local News 8’s fence and takes off
Idaho Falls Police are on the lookout for a man who drove his pickup into a cinderblock fence.…
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D91 students raise nearly 50,000 cans for annual Souper Bowl
Together, students from Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools collected over 46,600 cans of soup and food to support local families in…
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Idaho Innovation Center hosting Luau fundraiser
The Idaho Innovation Center is inviting the people of Southeast Idaho for a night of dinner, fun, and entertainment. The group is holding its annual…
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Scam Alert – Increased reports of phone scams in Southeast Idaho
The Madison County Sheriff’s office is warning the public of increasingly sophisticated scams involving jury duty summons.
According to a…
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Hillcrest High School cancels classes due to heat outage
“Today, an air compressor that controls the pneumatic HVAC and hot water system at Hillcrest failed,” writes D93 superintendent Scott Woolstenhulme.…
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Idaho hunters now need to pass bear identification test
Anyone registering to hunt black bears in Idaho must show proof that they have passed a bear identification test. The test is to help hunters…
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Road Closure – Portions of Hitt Road to close starting Monday
Drivers in Idaho Falls may need to plan an alternate route to avoid construction starting next week. KV Utilities, the contractors for Intermountain…
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“Iconic leader” and “lifelong public servant” – Former Idaho Falls mayor dies at 88
According to Idaho Falls Power, it was Campbell who “directed the Electric Division in 1979 to begin studying the feasibility of building a new…
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Fatal helicopter crash – Surviving passenger released from hospital
According to an Instagram post by social media influencer Jennifer Houghton, @turtlecreeklane, identifies her husband Steve Houghton as the second…
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20-year-old Shelley man charged with DUI and injury to a minor
A Shelley man is now in custody after driving under the influence with a juvenile and fleeing from an attempted traffic stop. According to…
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Local e-waste events help environment and national population
Forbush says they will resell or reuse the items that still function or need a minor repairs. The rest of the items will be dismantled and separated…
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Dozens gather for ink-redible art
“Just watching the artist and their pens, how they move their needles and their judgment of character and just their visions that display,” Montoya…
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Idaho Falls traffic alert – 17th Street construction this Sunday
The City of Idaho Falls has sent out a traffic alert for area drivers. Traffic will intermittently be impacted on a section of 17th Street on Sunday,…
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Fatal Ririe helicopter crash – Survivor’s identity released
The Bonneville County Coroner has identified the victim of the helicopter crash near the Ririe Reservoir Thursday evening as Alt Tech CEO Bradford…
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Local News 8 preview – 20/20’ sits down with the parents of Gabby Petito
Gabby Petito’s parents sit down with “GMA3” co-anchor Eva Pilgrim in an all-new episode of “20/20,” FRIDAY, FEB. 21 8 p.m. MST, on ABC…
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Fatal helicopter crash near Ririe Reservoir
Local law enforcement and Fire crews are responding to a Helicopter crash near the Ririe reservoir, power lines downed by the crash are allegedly on…
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Rigby man arrested on drug charges following pursuit
A Rigby man is in jail on drug charges and not stopping for deputies.…
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Snow event issued for Idaho Falls creating parking restrictions
The recent snowfall resulted in more than two inches of snow, which qualifies as a snow event. Parking restrictions are now in place for all roads…
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Multiple agencies execute backcountry rescue
Two people were rescued by four separate agencies after an off-road accident between Swan Valley and…
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Construction reaches major milestone towards CEI Future Tech Building
“Yes, it’s a physical structure, but it’s also about building opportunities,” said Lori Barber, President of CEI. “At CEI, we build people,…
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Unleash your inner artist – Saturday in Idaho Falls
“We’re throwing open our doors from 10 AM to 4 PM with FREE admission all day long,” write Art Museum staff. “But that’s not all — from 10 AM…
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Man arrested for smoking marijuana with kids in car
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office arrested an Ammon man for smoking marijuana with kids in the car.…
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Family of Teton county murder victims respond to guilty plea – Local News 8 Exclusive
“This last year and however many months has been a lot to take in and the last few days have been no exception,” Kali’s cousin Meg Fischer told Local…
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50 States/50 Protests – Dozens gather for protest across Southeast Idaho
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Multiple protests took place across Southeast Idaho on Monday, the demonstrations part of protests from coast to coast…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport staff are asking for public input to discuss the airport’s future as part of their ongoing Master…
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Police search for 2 suspects following burglary; 2 in custody
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Two men are in custody after an early morning beer theft Sunday morning. Idaho Falls Police continue to search the…
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Music lovers get jazzed for jazz
The annual concert featured performances by Aisha de Haas and Nova Payton, accompanied by the Idaho Falls Symphony.…
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Local protest against Trump Administration policies
The protesters say the policies dismantle programs that support both working-class and middle-class citizens and funnel millions of dollars to…
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Local shop sees major increase in Valentine’s Day sales
Mike Richards, owner of Love at First Bite Mercantile, says their Valentine’s Day sales are up 25% from last…
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Unleash the Love with Half-Price Pet Adoptions This Valentine’s Day
he Idaho Falls animal shelter has the purr-fect Valentine’s Day treat for families, couples, and…
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