Community honors Jenefer Mitchell’s legacy of hope and recovery
Jenefer Mitchell, a woman who helped others recover from addiction, was remembered by hundreds of people at a memorial service in Idaho Falls.…
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Idaho Falls launches Independence Day fundraiser to support Community Food Basket
Idaho Falls residents are being encouraged to celebrate Independence Day by helping local families facing food insecurity.
The City of Idaho Falls…
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Former Idaho Falls Zoo lion becomes first-time father at Pittsburgh Zoo
A lion that once called the Idaho Falls Zoo home is now a first-time father.
The Pittsburgh Zoo recently shared video of a female African lion cub…
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Deputies locate missing woman in Ammon
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 34-year-old Jordin Elain Achord, who was reported missing on June 28th and last seen on June…
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Idaho GOP enshrines elimination of property taxes in party platform
The Idaho GOP is pushing for the elimination of all property taxes in the…
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East Idaho wildlife advisory: Distemper found in raccoons, bat encounters increase
Idaho Fish and Game is reminding East Idaho residents to use caution around wildlife after confirming distemper in raccoons in the Pocatello and…
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Pocatello man charged with stabbing man in the neck
A Pocatello man is being held on aggravated battery charges for stabbing a man in the neck in the early morning of June 24,…
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Reed’s Dairy owner Alan Reed named Idaho Falls Independence Day Parade grand marshal
Alan Reed, owner and operator of Reed’s Dairy, has been named the grand marshal of the 2026 Idaho Falls Independence Day Parade.
The Greater Idaho…
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Firth man arrested after alleged threats with gun, attempted break-in near Ammon
A Firth man is facing felony charges after Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies say he threatened people with a gun while trying to force his way…
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Road Work Alert: Series of road maintenance projects begin across Eastern Idaho
The Idaho Transportation Department will begin a series of scrub seal projects on several major highways in eastern Idaho, causing delays for drivers…
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Endangered missing alert issued for local man
Police have issued an endangered missing person alert for Eric Vineyard, 37, who was last seen checking out of the Country Inn & Suites in Idaho…
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Lawsuit targets Spud Kings’ move to NAHL
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings are facing a lawsuit from the United States Premier Hockey League, alleging that the team and three other former mountain…
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Museum of Idaho unveils exhibit to honor America’s 250th anniversary
The Museum of Idaho is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a new exhibit, “The Saga of the American Revolution”, featuring artifacts from the…
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Friday showers and storms heading into wet weekend
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Shower and thunderstorm developing this Friday morning in the mountains will continue to grow across the region, heading…
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‘Many Roots, One Rainbow’: Idaho Falls Pride returns this weekend
The 2026 Idaho Falls Pride celebration, themed “Many Roots, One Rainbow,” will take place Friday and Saturday with events designed to bring together…
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DOE Secretary visits Idaho Falls for Nuclear Energy event
Energy leaders, government officials, and community members are gathering at the Mountain America Center for “A Celebration of the Golden Era of…
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Idaho woman accused of posing as nurse to obtain jobs at healthcare facilities
A Caldwell woman is among hundreds of people charged in what federal officials are calling one of the largest healthcare fraud enforcement actions in…
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Patients receive donations with Wackerli Subaru’s Love Promise
Wackerli Subaru donated 40 blankets and 10 patient care kits to patients as a part of their ‘Wackerli Subaru Loves to Care’ initiative.…
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Idaho Falls Power employees volunteer along Riverwalk
Idaho Falls Power employees spent Monday giving back to the community by helping improve public spaces along the Idaho Falls Riverwalk.
About 40…
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Miracle baby Logan celebrates first birthday with NICU reunion at EIRMC
One year ago, Anna and Jacob Ames faced unimaginable uncertainty when their son, Logan, was born at just 22 weeks and one day gestation. Today, Baby…
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Idaho Falls woman killed, another hospitalized in four-vehicle crash near Iona
A 59-year-old woman from Idaho Falls died after a four-vehicle collision on U.S. 26 northwest of Iona. ISP says the crash took place after a…
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Idaho Falls D91 petition demands ‘No Confidence’ vote against Superintendent Karla LaOrange
A group of parents, students, staff, and community members within Idaho Falls School District 91 have started a Change.org petition calling for a…
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Idaho Falls Angler lands 43.25-inch lake trout, and returns to the Idaho record books
Dylan Smith of Idaho Falls reeled in a new state catch-and-release record lake trout of 43.25 inches while fishing on Payette Lake, and was able to…
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A 44-year-old woman from Idaho Falls died and four others were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash on US Highway 26 on Saturday…
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Traffic Alert: Hoopes Avenue in Idaho Falls temporarily closed beginning Monday
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Drivers across eastern Idaho are continuing to navigate numerous construction zones as road projects remain active…
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ISU Disabilities Services Hosts First Summer Expo in Idaho Falls
The Disabilities Services office at Idaho State University hosted their first ever Summer Expo at the Idaho Falls campus. Many local vendors…
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Celebrating Juneteenth: 161 years fighting for freedom
“We fight for progress year by year and day by day, so we just can’t give up on it,” said Marshall Moran…
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Volunteers unite to build beds for eastern Idaho children
More than 145 volunteers with The Hall Foundation gathered Thursday in Idaho Falls to build 140 beds for children across Eastern Idaho. The group is…
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End of an Era: Idaho families reflect as Melaleuca Freedom Celebration approaches final year
Many families are reflecting on Fourth of July memories after Melaleuca announced that this year’s Freedom Celebration will be its last. The annual…
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Investigation underway after body found at Civitan Park in Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating a person found dead at Civitan Park Friday…
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The Road to Nationals Started at the IF Soccer Complex
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A local soccer team is headed to the national stage.
Idaho Falls Football Club (IFFC) will represent Idaho at the U.S.…
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Idaho teacher preparation programs earn top national marks for reading instruction
Idaho’s teacher preparation programs are receiving national recognition for how they train future elementary school teachers to teach reading.
A…
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Dying to look good? – The toxicity of weight-loss culture
As temperatures rise and summer activities ramp up, many people feel increased pressure to lose weight and achieve a “summer body.” However, health…
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Journey of Hope cyclists to spend night at Idaho Falls YMCA
It’s fun to stay at the YMCA… especially after an 80-mile bike ride.
Cyclists with the Ability Experience’s Journey of Hope are spending the…
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Three years. A hundred hours of negotiations. Few financial gains for Idaho Falls teachers.
After three years of failed negotiations and mediation, the Idaho Falls Education Association and the school district have ratified a collective…
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Experts share vehicle submersion safety tips following recent water rescues in Eastern Idaho
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Recent vehicle-related water rescues in Eastern Idaho are serving as an important reminder about the dangers rivers,…
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Speeding up: Semi trucks in Idaho can travel at 80 miles per hour starting July 1
On July 1, a new law allowing semitrucks to travel the freeway at 80 miles per hour will go into effect in Idaho, despite some trucking companies…
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Local communities honor Juneteenth through music, history and culture
Communities in eastern Idaho are celebrating Juneteenth with events in Idaho Falls and Pocatello to honor the end of slavery and highlight African…
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Community Food Basket receives $12,000 donation as food insecurity remains a concern
The Bank of Commerce has donated $12,000 to the Community Food Basket of Idaho Falls to help address food insecurity in eastern Idaho.
“Food…
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Wackerli Subaru presents Share the Love Donation to The Food Basket
Wackerli Subaru presented a donation check to The Food Basket of Idaho Falls as part of Subaru’s annual Share the Love…
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Idaho Falls teachers ratify new contract for upcoming school year
Teachers for Idaho Falls School District 91 have voted to ratify a new contract, which will take effect on July 1, 2026, and will be presented to the…
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Body of missing man found in Idaho Falls canal near Linden Park Elementary
An unidentified man’s body was retrieved from the Idaho Falls canal near Linden Park Elementary by the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and…
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Gate City Pride returns as Pride Month celebrations begin across eastern Idaho
Gate City Pride is returning to Pocatello this month with new leadership, a new location and a full day of family-friendly activities.
“This…
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“Haircuts with Hearts” at Sport Clips to support local children
Throughout the week of June 14-20, Sports Clips in Idaho Falls is turning every trim into an opportunity to support Camp Hayden and local students in…
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Retro X brings generations of pop culture fans together in Idaho Falls
From Power Rangers and Rainbow Brite to Star Wars and Jem, Retro X is bringing generations of pop culture fans together in Idaho Falls this…
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Idaho Falls YMCA celebrating 175th anniversary
“We are a beacon of hope and connection for members and nonmembers to come together and find a sense of belonging, a sense of connection, and a way…
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Idaho Free Fishing Day returns Saturday, offering families a chance to fish license-free
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Idahoans and tourists will have a chance to cast a line without purchasing a fishing license this weekend as Idaho Fish…
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Teens rescued after inflatable kayak deflates on Snake River
Two teens were rescued Thursday night after their inflatable kayak deflated on the Snake River.…
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Education of the future: Idaho leaders consider ways to modernize public school education formula at CEI
“Our current funding distribution isn’t getting the job done,” said Idaho Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield. “How do we know…
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Idaho Falls realtor accused of grand theft, faces possible 84-year sentence
Spencer Allred of Idaho Falls pleaded not guilty to six counts of felony grand theft, with a possible punishment of up to 84 years in prison and a…
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Retro X brings cosplay, collectibles and nostalgia to Idaho Falls this weekend
Gamers, collectors and cosplay enthusiasts will gather in Idaho Falls this weekend as Retro X4 returns for two days of pop culture, nostalgia and…
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‘Many Roots, One Rainbow’: Idaho Falls Pride announces theme and event lineup
“Many roots, One Rainbow” is the theme for Idaho Falls Pride this year, while it begins preparing for celebrations with a number of events set for…
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Idaho education leaders addressing public education funding formula tonight at College of Eastern Idaho
Superintendent Debbie Critchfield and Senator Dave Lent (R-Idaho Falls) invite the public, teachers and education stakeholders to participate in a…
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Teens smash window, off-duty rescuers perform CPR to save toddler in Fall Creek Crash
A toddler was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center over the weekend after a dramatic rollover crash left the child trapped underwater.…
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Yellowstone Underpass in Idaho Falls to close next week
Drivers in Idaho Falls should prepare for a temporary closure on Yellowstone Highway next week as crews repair drains in the Yellowstone…
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Idaho imposes new animal entry requirements after New World screwworm detection
Idaho is implementing new entry requirements for animals following the detection of New World screwworm in Texas and New Mexico.
The Idaho State…
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Windy Wednesday and cooler temperatures at midweek point
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – We’ll continue to experience a slight cold front push through the area this Wednesday, as gusty winds bring the…
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Flowing with the music: Free River Concert Series returns to downtown stage
Twelve local bands will take the stage this summer performing free concerts along the River Walk in downtown Idaho Falls.
Celtic band Teton Skye…
Idaho Falls Humanitarian Center helping volunteers make a difference
With the job market rather tough for teens this summer, there is still a way to build up their resumes with volunteering opportunities. Many have…
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Pocatello Animal Services hosting dog adoption event at Massacre Rocks
People looking to add a new four-legged family member will have a chance to meet adoptable dogs this weekend during a special adoption event at…
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D91 relaunches free summer meal plan
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls School District 91 is once again offering free meals to children this summer through its annual SUN Program,…
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Coroner identifies 70-year-old man found dead along Snake River
Authorities have released the identity of a 70-year-old Bingham County man found dead along the Snake River over the weekend.
Bonneville County…
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Ninth Circuit Judge accused of breaking man’s sunglasses in altercation outside Brio Home Health and Hospice
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Ryan D. Nelson faces two misdemeanor charges after an April altercation in a parking lot outside of Brio Home…
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Chipotle to open new Idaho Falls and Pocatello locations in June
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Chipotle Mexican Grill is expanding in eastern Idaho with two new locations set to open this month in Idaho Falls and…
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Pentagon reverses course, updates religious classification list following outcry from Utah and Idaho lawmakers
The Pentagon has revised a proposed religious classification list after backlash from political leaders and religious communities over the exclusion…
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No Summer Job? How some teens are creating their own opportunities
As many teenagers across the region and country struggle to find traditional summer employment, some local entrepreneurs say the solution may not be…
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Search continues for out-of-state man who fell into Snake River
Search and Rescue teams are looking for a man who may have fallen into the Snake River in Idaho Falls and never…
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INL employee hospitalized, released after work weapon discharges; investigation underway
An Idaho National Laboratory employee was hospitalized after a weapon carried for their job discharged, and the incident is currently under…
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Ban of kratom sales passes unaminously in Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The sale of Kratom will be banned in Idaho Falls in a new law set to take effect on July 1, after a unanimous vote was…
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DOE and INL announce success of first private advanced Nuclear Reactor test in decades
The Department of Energy and Idaho National Laboratory have declared the “rebirth of America’s nuclear industry” after Antares Nuclear’s advanced…
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Man pleads guilty in connection to 2022 rest area killing
William Burton pleaded guilty to being an accessory to second-degree murder in the 2022 killing of Morey Pelton at a rest area east of…
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Idaho Falls residents invited to weigh in on proposed kratom ban at Thursday council meeting
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Idaho Falls residents will have an opportunity Thursday night to share their thoughts on a proposed ban of kratom within…
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Expert panel dives into Teton Dam’s failure at CEI’s ‘Flood 50’ commemoration
“The dam collapsed at 11:15 a.m., and 80 billion gallons of water rushed to the valley floor. By 8 p.m., the reservoir was…
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How to stay safe on the roads this summer – 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Five people have died in crashes across Idaho since Memorial Day as law enforcement urges drivers to stay safe during the “100 Deadliest Days of…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Detective Korey Payne awarded Idaho ‘Hometown Hero’ award
Detective Korey Payne was awarded the Hometown Hero Award by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Idaho for his exceptional…
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Idaho investigating raw milk outbreak after dozens become ill
Idaho health officials are investigating an outbreak of illnesses linked to the consumption of raw milk that has affected nearly 60 people across the…
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Hitt Road lane closure begins Thursday near Lincoln Road roundabout
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Drivers traveling on Hitt Road should expect traffic delays beginning Thursday as construction crews start work near…
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Construction on track for Willow Creek Elementary, set to open in Fall 2026
Construction of Willow Creek Elementary, District 93’s newest elementary school, is on track to open in September…
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Understanding the negotiations between IFEA and D-91
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — As the school year comes to an end and students begin summer break, negotiations between Idaho Falls School District 91…
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War Bonnet Round Up seeks singers to perform national anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo
The War Bonnet Round Up is looking for local singers to perform the national anthem during this year’s rodeo at Sandy Downs.
Selected performers…
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Fire officials warn cold water remains dangerous despite warmer weather
The Idaho Falls Fire Department issued a reminder to residents about summer safety, encouraging people to take extra precautions around water,…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office kicks off 2026 career camp
Today was the first day of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office Career Camp. Students got a firsthand look at what it takes to work in law…
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Cool start to June and lingering showers throughout Monday
We will start June with cooler temperatures and a brief period of showers moving through Eastern Idaho, heading northward. Although today may require…
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American Falls girl crowned statewide National Civics Bee champion
Twenty talented students are taking the stage at the National Civics Bee Friday at Melaleuca’s headquarters in Idaho…
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Idaho Falls mayor appoints new Public Works director pending council approval
Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw has appointed Chris Canfield as the city’s new Public Works director, pending confirmation by the Idaho Falls City…
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Idaho State Police investigate livestock shootings in several counties
State investigators are looking into a series of livestock shootings across Idaho that have left multiple cattle dead and ranchers facing thousands…
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Idaho Falls police warn public after two fatal suspected fentanyl overdoses
Idaho Falls police are warning the public after three suspected fentanyl overdoses were reported in the city Tuesday, including two that turned…
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Teen summer job market hits historic all-time low
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Many students are celebrating their final day of school and beginning the hunt for a fun summer job: an opportunity to…
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What You Need To Keep Yourself Safe on the Water this Summer
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – As we dive deeper into the summer, it is important to remember how to stay safe on the water. According to the Bonneville…
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Emergency water main repair leaves Ammon residents without water
Residents in Ammon are without water on Wednesday afternoon due to an emergency water main repair, which is expected to be completed by 6…
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Idaho’s “100 Deadliest Days” increases statewide patrol… and gas prices
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – While Memorial Day weekend may be over, Idaho’s summer travel season is only beginning — and so are concerns over rising…
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Warrant arrest sparks brief police incident, shelter-in-place on W. Elswood Drive Tuesday afternoon
A shelter-in-place order was lifted in Idaho Falls after police took a male into custody who was wanted on several felony…
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City of Idaho Falls’ Updated Impact Fees Go into Effect June 1
The City of Idaho Falls is notifying developers, builders, and the public of upcoming changes to the City’s residential impact fee assessment…
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Bram Stoker unleashed Dracula 129 years ago—Let it inspire your Summer Reading List
129 years ago, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was published and has changed pop culture and our education system forever. This book is typically read at a…
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Resurfacing of US-20 between Idaho Falls and Rigby begins tonight
Work to resurface all lanes of U.S. Highway 20 between Idaho Falls and Rigby begins tonight, promising a smoother ride and extending the lifespan of…
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Two wanted individuals arrested after Sunday traffic stop, foot chase near 17th and Holmes
Two wanted individuals are behind bars following a Sunday afternoon traffic stop that escalated into a brief foot chase near a busy local…
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Grass fire near Iona Hill quickly contained by Idaho Falls firefighters
Idaho Falls firefighters quickly extinguished a grass fire near Iona Hill, which started when a controlled burn spread beyond its intended area and…
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Motor Vu Drive-In is back: America’s largest outdoor drive-in screen reopens with ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ & ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
The Motor Vu Drive-In features the biggest outdoor, drive-in movie screen in America and is open this weekend with two premiere summer…
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Legal challenge to Idaho school bathroom law dismissed
A legal challenge against Idaho’s school privacy law has officially come to an end after plaintiffs agreed to dismiss both their district court…
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Idaho Water Managers warn of ‘dire’ summer outlook as runoff hits historic lows
Idaho’s water outlook is looking grim despite some short-term relief in the coming days, water managers warned during the final Idaho Water Supply…
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