Idaho Falls Archives

Carbon Monoxide poisoning more likely in winter, how to stay safe

December 12, 2024 4:33 PM Noah Farley

There are more risks of carbon monoxide poisoning during the winter because people are using fireplaces and furnaces, which produce the silent…

IDOC admits mistakes leading to escape of accused killer Kevin Kuintzle

December 11, 2024 11:42 AM Seth Ratliff, Ariel Jensen

Idaho Department of Corrections spokesperson said “The systems designed to prevent Kevin Kuintzle, from being placed at a non-secure…

Live animals star in local Nativity performance

December 10, 2024 3:27 PM Ashley Chilcutt

People came to the Coltman area Monday night to watch a live outdoor nativity scene.…

Sheriff: Missing Bonneville County man found in backcountry

December 9, 2024 9:13 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said Matthew Godfrey was found stranded in the backcountry area of Bonneville County. He was taken to the…

Shanta Sanchez named new coroner for Bonneville County

December 10, 2024 7:25 AM Maggie Moore

Shante Sanchez will be sworn in as Bonneville County Coroner on December 30th, replacing Rick Taylor.…

Former lawmaker asks why a murder suspect was at a minimum secure facility

December 9, 2024 4:54 PM Seth Ratliff

In response to a murder suspect’s escape, a former state lawmaker along with others are asking, ‘Why was Kuintzle allowed to be transferred to the…

Local food basket in need to help others in need

December 9, 2024 5:36 PM Noah Farley

In 2017, the Food Basket served about 2,000 families. In 2023, they served about 16,000 families. That need quadrupled in only a few…

Woman raising funds to open African Art Museum

December 8, 2024 4:16 PM Noah Farley

A local woman is raising funds to open a new African art museum and cultural center in Idaho…

Annual Shop with a Cop

December 7, 2024 5:13 PM Noah Farley

Law enforcement and volunteers worked together for this year’s annual Christmas Shop with a…

Elks Lodge hosts charity breakfast with Santa

December 7, 2024 2:37 PM Noah Farley

Tis the season for giving. A charity breakfast with Santa was held in Idaho Falls Saturday morning to help a local support…

‘Kid to Kid’ opens in Idaho Falls

December 6, 2024 2:49 PM Ariel Jensen

The ‘Kid to Kid’ store is having its grand opening at 2135 E 17th…

Compass Academy holds clothing swap

December 6, 2024 11:01 AM Noah Farley

People can donate clothes and take what their family needs. Donations and pickups can be made at Compass’ front…

Bonneville County Library awarded Rural Community Grant

December 5, 2024 4:35 PM Ariel Jensen

AgWest Farm Credit normally provides funds and grants to farmers but today they awarded the Bonneville County Library with a Rural Community…

Home care company hosts veterans benefits fair

December 5, 2024 3:51 PM Noah Farley

SYNERGY HomeCare held a benefits fair to help veterans learn what kinds of in-home assistance they can…

Water main valve replacement in Idaho Falls begins December 5th

December 4, 2024 4:06 PM News Team

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be replacing a water main valve on the 2500 block of South Boulevard on Thursday, Dec.…

Christmas Box Angel Candlelight vigil to honor lives of children lost

December 4, 2024 4:15 PM Seth Ratliff

December 6th marks the 21st year of the ‘Christmas Box Angel Candlelight Vigil’ in Idaho…

Idaho Falls Fire Department needs your help filling an ambulance with toys

December 4, 2024 3:36 PM News Team

Normally, our community calls the Idaho Falls Fire Department for help, but this time, Idaho Falls firefighters need your help filling an ambulance…

Three Idaho Falls drug traffickers sentenced to federal prison

December 4, 2024 1:45 PM News Team

Today, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the results of three separate drug distribution cases in Eastern…

Intoxicated man threatens to kill family with a knife

December 4, 2024 9:26 AM Curtis Jackson

A Bonneville County man allegedly threatened to kill his family Tuesday nigh with a knife.…

Bonneville Library offers lesson plans for homeschoolers

December 3, 2024 6:15 PM Ariel Jensen

There’s an online tool to read children’s books, watch educational videos, and get themed lesson plans for…

Scams against the elderly on the rise. What you need to be aware of

December 3, 2024 5:40 PM Seth Ratliff

“We see people come in (who have been scammed) and we talk to people almost on a daily basis and multiple times a day,” Westmark Credit Union…

Eastern Idaho Home Builders Association files lawsuit against City of Idaho Falls over impact fees

December 3, 2024 5:34 PM Curtis Jackson

Eastern Idaho Housing Builders Association has filed a lawsuit against the City of Idaho Falls to overturn the City’s impact fee…

Ammon’s Holiday Lightapalooza goes stationary

December 3, 2024 10:56 AM Curtis Jackson

A big change is coming for this year’s Holiday Lightapalooza in Ammon. Instead of the traditional parade of lights, the floats will be stationary at…

Wanted man captured after standoff at Ammon home

December 2, 2024 10:13 PM News Team

The man police were searching for Friday night was captured Monday night after he barricaded himself inside an Ammon home for three hours.…

Bonneville Sheriff deputies searched neighborhood Friday night for wanted man

December 2, 2024 4:20 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Chad D. Finlayson, 28, who is wanted on probation…

Inmate who walked away from his job is back in custody

December 2, 2024 10:51 AM Curtis Jackson

The Idaho Department of Corrections located the man who left his job in Idaho Falls on…

Avoiding Holiday Scams

December 1, 2024 4:17 PM Noah Farley

Consumers lost more than $10 billion to scams in 2023, says the Federal Trade…

YMCA Christmas tree lot now open

November 29, 2024 5:17 PM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho Falls YMCA Christmas tree lot is now open and all proceeds go towards their scholarship…

Black Friday draws large crowds

November 29, 2024 4:49 PM Noah Farley

Thanksgiving was very late in the month in 2024, leaving only 26 days of shopping before…

Buy big by shopping small on Small Businesses Saturday

November 29, 2024 3:55 PM Ariel Jensen

Shoppers are finding great deals for Black Friday, but those deals can be found the following day for Small…

Elks Lodge hosts community Thanksgiving dinner

November 28, 2024 11:37 AM Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – An annual community Thanksgiving dinner was held at the Elks Lodge (640 E Elva St). The meal ran from 11:30 a.m. to 1…

Early morning fire quickly extinguished in Idaho Falls

November 28, 2024 10:01 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire early Thanksgiving morning on the 700 block of Reed…

Local News 8 and Hamlet Homes bring another family together for the holidays

November 27, 2024 4:56 PM Ariel Jensen

Sisters living on opposite sides of the country are reunited this…

Local airport reminds flyers about their newest program ahead of busy travel season

November 26, 2024 5:50 PM rafael.guerrero

Ahead of busy travel season, the Idaho Falls Regional Airport wants to remind flyers about the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, which lets…

Where to find free Thanksgiving dinners

November 26, 2024 9:25 AM Curtis Jackson

If you are looking for a meal on Thanksgiving. Below is a list of dinners and times by city.…

Power restored for hundreds of customers in Idaho Falls

November 25, 2024 3:50 PM Curtis Jackson

Downed power lines have caused an outage for around 200 to 500 Idaho Falls Power customers.…

Idaho Falls hosts holiday market and tree lighting

November 23, 2024 8:00 PM Noah Farley

A holiday market and Christmas tree lighting was held in Downtown Idaho Falls Saturday…

State officials celebrate new water agreement, but some farmers are concerned it won’t last

November 22, 2024 5:56 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho farmers reached a water deal that could prevent a future curtailment of Idaho…

Pocatello robbery suspect caught in Idaho Falls following pursuit

November 22, 2024 2:35 PM Tucker Robertson

After the trooper contacted the driver and discovered he had an outstanding warrant, the driver of the 2006 Mazda 5 drove away and fled the scene. A…

Traffic patterns to change for Ammon neighborhood

November 21, 2024 5:30 PM Curtis Jackson

Curlew Drive between 17th Street and Sawtooth Street will be closed from Monday, November 25, to Wednesday, November 27, to prepare for the changes…

School bus, pickup collide in Idaho Falls intersection

November 21, 2024 3:41 PM Curtis Jackson

A school bus and a pickup collided at the intersection of Sunnyside and Boulevard in Idaho Falls Thursday afternoon. A third car was also involved.…

Preparing your “sleigh” for the holiday

November 21, 2024 2:55 PM Ariel Jensen

Folks are getting ready to visit friends and family for the coming holiday break. We are told now is a good time to start planning your…

Residents seek legal counsel after Idaho Falls Police kick-in door

November 20, 2024 8:00 PM Ariel Jensen

An Idaho Falls family questioned police protocol after officers forced their way into their home to arrest a man who was just there…

Winter season invites pests into our homes

November 19, 2024 5:40 PM Ariel Jensen

We are not the only ones looking to stay warm this winter…

Town Hall discusses fentanyl epidemic in eastern Idaho

November 19, 2024 4:52 PM Seth Ratliff

City leaders in Idaho Falls and the District of Idaho U.S. Attorney’s office are holding a special Town Hall meeting Tuesday evening to…

Accident on Yellowstone Highway sends 2 to the hospital

November 19, 2024 4:13 PM Curtis Jackson

Two people were injured in an accident at the intersection of Yellowstone Highway and Iona Road.…

Idaho Falls to hold UTV Holiday Light Parade along Riverwalk

November 19, 2024 1:55 PM Curtis Jackson

The second annual UTV Holiday Light Parade is set to light up the Idaho Falls Riverwalk on Friday, December 20, starting at 6:00…

Allegiant adds new destination from Idaho Falls

November 19, 2024 10:48 AM Curtis Jackson

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Allegiant is adding more routes to its network of flights, including one between Idaho Falls and Denver. According to a…

SCAM ALERT: Beware of check delivered through the mail

November 18, 2024 5:21 PM Seth Ratliff

Jay Dye received a letter in the mail. In the letter was a check for $3,500 and some unique…

Festival of Trees opens in Idaho Falls

November 18, 2024 11:12 AM Noah Farley

Several items will be for sale like full-sized trees, mini trees, door displays, fireplace mantle displays, baked goods, and…

Homeowner recounts Idaho Falls Police kicking in his door

November 15, 2024 1:30 PM Curtis Jackson

The video shows Idaho Falls Police at the door of Adam’s home to serve the arrest warrant. Adams claims an officer kicked open the door after his…

EICAP offer programs to help with heating bills

November 14, 2024 4:44 PM Noah Farley

The weather is colder now, and those heating bills can add up…

RV fire quickly extinguished in Iona

November 14, 2024 2:09 PM Curtis Jackson

A fifth-wheel RV trailer caught fire in Iona Thursday morning. It started just before 10 a.m. at the corner of Denning Avenue and Oleson…

No shooting happened at EIRMC after inaccurate social media post caused concern

November 14, 2024 12:20 PM Curtis Jackson

Eastern Idaho Medical Center said there was no security issue or a lockdown at the hospital after a post was made on a community social media…

Odd things people find attractive – Show after the Show

November 14, 2024 1:12 PM Kailey Galaviz, Jeff Roper

Jeff Roper and Kailey Galaviz talk about what’s trending…

TRAFFIC ALERT: Detour scheduled on section of Emerson Avenue for bridge work

November 13, 2024 5:46 PM News Team

A detour will be in place around a section of Emerson Avenue to replace an aging bridge over the Butte Arm…

Bonneville County Coroner resigns after 12 years

November 13, 2024 5:27 PM Ariel Jensen

Rick Taylor said the position is only part-time but should be full-time because the workload has grown so…

Bonneville County property owners express concerns over roadway study

November 13, 2024 4:39 PM Seth Ratliff

A new high-capacity road could be in the cards for Bonneville County, but not everyone is happy about the proposed…

Idaho Falls man wins “Name That Scratch Game” lottery contest

November 13, 2024 12:56 PM Curtis Jackson

Gary Gaskill, of Idaho Falls, won Idaho Lottery’s Name that Scratch Game contest. It earned him $3,000 in Idaho Lottery Scratch tickets and his…

Bonneville Deputies searching for missing 17-year-old girl

November 12, 2024 5:39 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are seeking the public’s help in locating 17 year old Jazzlyn Shepherd, a juvenile female who ran away from…

Broulims, Idaho State Police join forces to provide meals this Christmas

November 12, 2024 5:00 PM Seth Ratliff

Broulims and the Idaho State Police are kicking off the ’10 Counties Christmas Meal Drive’ this week. This is the seventh year they have teamed up…

Snow and ice caused several slide-offs Tuesday morning

November 12, 2024 4:25 PM Seth Ratliff

People woke up to snow and slush Tuesday morning. It was really the first time for drivers to experience winter driving conditions this…

Idaho Falls Airport to receive $2.5 million for terminal expansion project

November 12, 2024 11:28 AM Curtis Jackson

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport received an award of $2.5 million dollars in funding from the Federal Aviation Administration. The funds will go…

Fire burns nearly 90 acres west of Idaho Falls

November 12, 2024 9:06 AM News Team

Firefighters battled an approximately 90-acre wildfire burning north of Highway 20 west of 65th North in Bonneville County Monday…

Veterans enjoyed free meals at select restaurants

November 11, 2024 11:08 PM Nate Lewis

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Many restaurants honored veterans today with free food, and some service members got a good meal at the Olive…

Local Army mom surprises her kids on Veteran’s Day

November 11, 2024 6:23 PM Ariel Jensen

During Veteran’s Day all over town, veterans are being honored with special offers and…

Celebration with a cause, Veterans Day at the Idaho Falls Elks Lodge

November 11, 2024 4:34 PM Seth Ratliff

A Veteran’s Day celebration took place at the Idaho Falls Elks Lodge with an important…

Update on mural commissioned by Museum of Idaho

November 11, 2024 5:45 PM Noah Farley

“Living in the area and sort of the interaction of people and nature really, and sort of how the two things shape each…

Free food offers for Veterans Day

November 10, 2024 2:40 PM Noah Farley

Here’s a list of some restaurants offering free food to veterans and active-duty military for Veterans…

Holiday Market at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho

November 8, 2024 10:35 AM Kailey Galaviz

The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is hosting its annual free holiday market, Beaux Cadeaux this weekend.…

BMPO to discuss future traffic planning around Idaho Falls

November 7, 2024 11:56 AM Curtis Jackson

The Bonneville Metropolitan Planning Organization is holding two public meetings to go over their findings from a study about traffic planning in…

GIFT’s on-demand service inducted into ITD’s Hall of Fame for innovation

November 7, 2024 11:01 AM Curtis Jackson

The department highlighted how GIFT is something unique that’s not previously applied in the public transportation…

Idaho Falls public official shares his experience helping with Hurricane Helene aftermath

November 5, 2024 5:00 PM Noah Farley

Grossarth was on a 16-day deployment in North Carolina. He says the amount of damage and loss caused by the hurricane is almost…

Local News 8 talks voter turnout at Idaho Falls Public Library voting location

November 5, 2024 1:53 PM Noah Farley

Sonia, one poll worker at the library, said she was surprised by the amount of early voters when she was working the early voting polls…

Need a coat? Take a coat – Wall of Warmth returns

November 4, 2024 11:51 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Wall of Warmth is back for 2024, and this year’s project is kicking off one week earlier to make sure no one is left…

Idaho Falls Hispanic Chamber Committee hosts Día de los Muertos event

November 2, 2024 3:55 PM Noah Farley

A Día de los Muertos event is being held at the Willard Arts Center in Idaho Falls Saturday, Nov.…

Man dies after crashing into storage containers in Ammon Walmart parking lot

November 1, 2024 12:34 PM Curtis Jackson

A man arrested following a car crash in the Walmart Parking lot in Ammon dies at the hospital.…

Gas line leak backs up traffic in Idaho Falls

October 31, 2024 5:31 PM Ariel Jensen

Construction crews on Yellowstone Highway in Idaho Falls hit a gas line the afternoon of Thursday, October 31st,…

One bond and several levies to be voted on this Election Day

October 31, 2024 3:23 PM Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – School districts across the Eastern Idaho are asking for millions of dollars in bonds and levies. Below is a breakdown of…

Find out what the most popular costume is in Eastern Idaho

October 29, 2024 6:28 PM Seth Ratliff

The countdown to Halloween is ticking and decorations, candy, and costumes are flying off the shelves at local…

ISP hiring new state troopers, time left to apply is limited

October 25, 2024 5:49 PM Noah Farley

To attend the January training academy, people need to apply right…

Students pitch in to help clean up soccer complex

October 25, 2024 5:25 PM Ariel Jensen

The Old Butte Soccer Complex in Idaho Falls is looking tidy, thanks to about a hundred Taylorview and Eagle Rock Middle School…

Endurocross comes to Idaho Falls

October 25, 2024 3:26 PM Noah Farley

Competitors have come from around the world from Poland, to Germany, and even Coeur d’Alene,…

INL makes science fun for families

October 25, 2024 9:26 AM Curtis Jackson

Local students were invited to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at a ‘Family Nuclear Science’ event on Thursday night, October 24,…

Why there was no water going over the falls in Idaho Falls

October 24, 2024 1:03 PM Curtis Jackson

No water was seen falling over the falls in downtown Idaho Falls Thursday morning as crews worked to clear driftwood and…

Police: Suspect turns himself in for attacking man

October 22, 2024 9:23 AM Curtis Jackson

Idaho Falls Police are looking for a person seen walking in an officer’s dash cam video. They believe the person may know something about Alejandra…

Red Cross reminds homeowners to be careful of starting fires

October 23, 2024 9:34 PM Noah Farley

“Seven people die in a home fire every day in the…

Murder suspect explains to police why he beat up an Idaho Falls man

October 23, 2024 3:54 PM rafael.guerrero

On Wednesday, Robert Lange, the man charged with second-degree murder of Alejandro Paredes-Hurtado, made his first appearance in…

Idaho board of land commissioners approves Arco Wind and Solar Project

October 23, 2024 3:44 PM Seth Ratliff

A new project approved by the Idaho board of land commissioners is gaining the attention of the Southeast Idaho community. The project, if…

2 dead after late night crash on US26; Highway closed for several hours

October 23, 2024 5:42 AM Zach Glancy

Two people are dead after a two-vehicle crash late Tuesday night on US26 in Bonneville…

Bonneville County Prosecutor attends national institute to prevent human trafficking

October 22, 2024 5:19 PM Ariel Jensen

Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal attends a leadership institute for the prevention of human…

INL teaches kids STEM at Museum of Idaho

October 22, 2024 2:57 PM Noah Farley

“We spend a day with them to show them that science is…

Police investigate disturbance in Idaho Falls

October 21, 2024 6:00 PM Curtis Jackson

Idaho Falls Police are investigating a possible disturbance late Monday afternoon near Merrett Drive and 12th Street.…

Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 21, 2024 5:04 PM Noah Farley

Each drop off location will accept prescription drugs people have not used, do not want, or have…

Idaho Falls man sentenced to federal prison for drug distribution

October 21, 2024 4:07 PM Curtis Jackson

The following is a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office. POCATELLO, Idaho (US Attorney Office News Release) – Jason Keith Lewis, 46, of…

Colorado man charged with stealing from an aircraft pleads not guilty

October 21, 2024 11:59 AM rafael.guerrero

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — On Monday, a Colorado man pleaded not guilty to stealing a carabiner clip from the emergency exit door of an aircraft…

Air Force training being held in Idaho Falls, no need to be alarmed

October 21, 2024 11:28 AM Noah Farley

It’s possible you may see several military jets flying around the area over the next few days.…

Preparing your car for cold, wet weather

October 18, 2024 5:15 PM Noah Farley

If you’re driving in the rain, avoid using cruise control and be careful not to…

True Value’s bankruptcy filing won’t hurt Idaho Falls hardware store

October 18, 2024 12:26 PM Noah Farley

“Most hardware stores have multiple suppliers, so I don’t see much of a…

Pancheri Bridge is set to be closed from Saturday night to Monday morning

October 18, 2024 11:45 AM Curtis Jackson

Traffic will be detoured temporarily from crossing the Pancheri Bridge while contractors apply an epoxy seal coat this…