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Prolonged power outages impacting Idaho Falls customers

March 2, 2024 9:34 AM News Team

As a result of ongoing winter weather, Idaho Falls Power is now experiencing multiple prolonged outages.…

Heavy snow, wind cause thousands to be without power in eastern Idaho

March 2, 2024 6:28 PM News Team

Power outages continue to affect thousands of people in Eastern Idaho due to the heavy snow that fell Friday and Saturday. …

MacKenzie River Pizza still in operation after settling civil suit

March 1, 2024 11:00 AM Ashley Chilcutt

A local restaurant is still in operation after settling a civil suit with the Idaho Department of…

ITD to remove houses on Iona and Hitt

March 1, 2024 3:02 PM News Team

There is a big road project in the works on Hitt Road in Bonneville…

Idaho Falls School District 91 approves amended $95 million budget

February 29, 2024 2:37 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls School District 91 school board has approved the amended budget for the current school year.…

FAFSA processing delay gives students opportunity to apply for scholarships

February 29, 2024 11:29 AM Noah Farley

“Take this time to be laser focused on applying for…

Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen serves 1 millionth meal

February 29, 2024 10:07 AM Kailey Galaviz

The Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen, which has been serving the community for nearly 40 years, will celebrate the serving of its one millionth meal on…

Mackenzie River Pizza owners ordered to pay $319K for wage violations

February 28, 2024 10:40 AM Noah Farley, Ashley Chilcutt

An Idaho Falls restaurant has been ordered to pay a total of $319,000 for illegal tip sharing, child labor, and overtime violations.…

Wind blows tree onto roof of Idaho Falls home

February 27, 2024 1:13 PM News Team

A large Siberian elm tree uprooted and fell onto a house’s back patio and roof during Monday’s windstorm.…

Idaho Falls Zoo accepting applications for Jr. Zoo Crew

February 27, 2024 9:56 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Zoo is accepting applications for the Jr. Zoo…

Eagle Rock Middle School celebrates Black History Month with African-American community members

February 26, 2024 2:15 PM Noah Farley

“[The students are] loving it! They’re asking great…

High winds close Bonneville County Hatch Pit

February 26, 2024 12:17 PM News Team

The Bonneville County Landfill and Solid Waste Department said they have closed the Hatch Pit because of the high…

Mental Health Monday: What is depression?

February 26, 2024 11:45 AM Kailey Galaviz

Nearly 34% of Idahoans report symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, which is above the national average of 32% according to…

Snake River Animal Shelter wins “Home 4 the Holidays” contest

February 25, 2024 9:00 AM News Team

For the first time ever, an Idaho shelter has won the national Home 4 the Holidays…

Court hearings for suspects in Compass Academy parking lot murder are delayed

February 23, 2024 5:07 PM News Team

The two men arrested in a shooting incident at Compass Academy’s parking lot appeared in court Friday.…

Hillcrest highschooler receives Congressional App Challenge Award

February 23, 2024 9:56 AM Ashley Chilcutt

Hillcrest High School junior Victoria Djidjev was awarded Friday with a certificate and congressional coin for her innovative app called…

Race involving juvenile driver ends in collision on 25th E and John Adams, backs up traffic

February 23, 2024 2:24 PM Travis Richards

A drag race between two cars ended near the intersection of John Adams Parkway and 25th E (Hitt Road) in Idaho Falls with a collision early Friday…

February is Career and Technical Education month

February 22, 2024 11:52 AM Seth Ratliff

February is Career and Technical Education month in Idaho to raise awareness of CTE programs and the role they play in college and career success.…

Man arrested for using tractor to damage property, farm equipment

February 22, 2024 12:14 PM News Team

A 39-year-old Challis man is in the Bonneville County Jail for felony burglary and malicious injury to property…

Chimney catches fire causing minimal damage

February 22, 2024 10:23 AM Kailey Galaviz

If you saw smoke Thursday morning near Tautphaus Park in Idaho Falls, that’s because a chimney caught fire inside a…

“I am a Milken educator!” Compass Academy Vice Principal receives $25,000 check and national recognition

February 21, 2024 1:39 PM Ashley Chilcutt

Compass Academy Vice Principal, Kelly Sheridan is awarded the Milken Educator Award on Feb. 21, 2024.…

Fentanyl traffickers could soon face mandatory minimum sentences in Idaho as House Bill 406 sits on Governor’s desk

February 21, 2024 12:31 PM Seth Ratliff

Despite public scrutiny and concern, House Bill 406 has reached Brad Little’s…

New 6th to 12th grade career technical charter school opening in Idaho Falls Fall 2024

February 21, 2024 11:16 AM Noah Farley

The new sixth to twelfth grade grade career technical charter school offers education in Idaho’s industry…

ITD crews repairing Ovid bridge

February 21, 2024 10:02 AM News Team

Single lane closures will be in place while work is being done.…

D91’s amended budget is nearly $11 million more than original budget

February 20, 2024 5:16 PM Noah Farley

“The school board and the district are both more aware and more familiar with the budget, what’s been allocated where, and know how to watch it and…

Idaho Falls police are excited to have “all departments under one roof” as building continues for new headquarters

February 20, 2024 4:50 PM Braydon Wilson

The new Idaho Falls Police Station is getting closer to being finished. While the outer building is done, there’s still work left to do…

911 celebrates 56 years of saving lives

February 21, 2024 3:05 PM Braydon Wilson

911 has been saving lives for 56 years. The first 911 call was made in February 1968 in…

Man pleads not guilty for accessory to murder

February 20, 2024 10:38 AM Kailey Galaviz

The second man facing charges for the murder of Morey Pelton has pleaded not…

Man steals car with juvenile inside

February 19, 2024 9:30 AM News Team

A man is in jail for stealing a car with a juvenile inside it Friday…

Girl Scout cookies are coming back!

February 19, 2024 1:17 PM Kailey Galaviz

America’s favorite cookies are making a comeback in Eastern…

Museum of Idaho hosting trip to Mozambique

February 16, 2024 9:21 PM Stephanie Lucas

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Museum of Idaho has “the adventure of a lifetime” in an exhibit featuring Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique. “Our…

TSA discovers 2 firearms in 3 days at IDA security checkpoint

February 16, 2024 1:14 PM News Team

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) have intercepted two guns this week during routine X-ray…

Student makes threat against Taylorview Middle School

February 16, 2024 12:37 PM News Team

A potential safety threat at Taylorview Middle School forced administrators to lock the doors as a precaution.…

Judge: Bingham County Republicans failed to follow State GOP rules in electing new chairman

February 16, 2024 5:52 PM News Team

A Bingham County Judge released a decision in a civil case between the Bingham County Republican Central Committee and the Idaho Republican Party.…

Local nature photos hit Art Museum of Eastern Idaho

February 16, 2024 11:46 AM Evan Thomason

The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is showcasing some of the best career photos from Thomas…

Jazz Big Band Dance this weekend

February 16, 2024 10:13 AM Kailey Galaviz

A pair of Jazz bands is taking over The Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls for the annual Jazz Big Band…

Idaho Falls Temple partially evacuated

February 16, 2024 8:30 AM Dylan Carder

The temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was partially evacuated Friday…

Local News 8 investigates: Are pedestrian accidents on the rise in eastern Idaho?

February 15, 2024 5:34 PM Seth Ratliff

Are hit-and-run and pedestrian-involved incidents on the rise in Eastern…

Idaho Falls Zoo still mourns the loss of Aldabra tortoise

February 15, 2024 11:21 AM Evan Thomason

It is a time of mourning and grieving at the Idaho Falls…

CEI celebrates top ranked Practical Nursing program in Idaho

October 20, 2023 3:01 PM Kailey Galaviz

The College of Eastern Idaho is celebrating after one of its programs was dubbed number one in the Gem…

Derek Hough to pick back up dance tour after wife’s medical scare

February 15, 2024 10:32 AM CNN

Derek Hough will continue with his tour following his wife Hayley Erbert’s medical…

Valentine’s Day rush for local businesses

February 14, 2024 11:19 AM Noah Farley

“It’s just nice…to support them…and a holiday where they can share how much they appreciate their loved…

Idaho Falls Power to construct new $36 million power plant

February 14, 2024 10:06 AM Seth Ratliff

Idaho Falls Power, the community-owned provider of electricity in Idaho Falls, will be making a $36 million local investment by adding a new power…

Center Stage Theater puts final touches on ‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’

February 14, 2024 11:48 AM Linda Larsen

Center Stage Theater in Idaho Falls is putting the final touches on ‘The Marvelous…

2 men arrested after shooting make first court appearance

February 13, 2024 4:43 PM Emma Valentine

The two men arrested after a shooting in Idaho Falls Monday made their first appearance in court…

Speedi Mart robbery suspect identified

January 29, 2024 3:41 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department reports the suspect has been identified and is facing criminal consequences for his actions.…

CEI president speaks about growth

February 13, 2024 5:38 PM Stephanie Lucas

Growth is happening for community colleges across the country, and it is no different for eastern…

How couples can combine their finances more easily

February 13, 2024 11:32 AM Noah Farley

“It’s an emotional thing for couples to work through together and figure out their…

Identity of shooting victim released

February 12, 2024 4:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department reports two people have been arrested after one person died and multiple people were shot in an overnight…

Drug traffickers in eastern Idaho receive federal prison sentences

February 12, 2024 3:57 PM News Team

Three individuals were sentenced last week in separate cases for federal drug crimes involving fentanyl, methamphetamine and…

Mental Health Monday: Identifying toxic relationships

February 12, 2024 2:33 PM Kailey Galaviz

Valentine’s Day is something many people dread and not just for those who are single. In today’s Mental Health Monday, some expert advice on how…

University of Idaho tests new ways to mine rare metals

February 11, 2024 5:43 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The future of technology and green energy could have its start at the University of Idaho. Professors and grad…

Idaho Falls Power gives $5,000 in scholarships, accepting applications

February 10, 2024 10:00 AM News Team

Applications will be accepted through April 15, 2024.…

Idaho Falls Rec Center to get new gym floor

February 9, 2024 6:34 PM Stephanie Lucas

The City of Idaho Falls Rec Center Building has served in a lot of different capacities since it was built in the 1930’s, including a stint as an…

Police identify hit and run driver

February 7, 2024 2:58 PM News Team

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office has identified and contacted the suspect driver involved in this crash.…

School bus stop arm violations in School District 91

February 9, 2024 3:26 PM Noah Farley

Ada County recently reported seeing a “shocking” increase in people driving around school buses when they are stopped and have their stop arms…

Scammers taking advantage of ACP

February 8, 2024 11:35 AM Noah Farley

“Bad actors have used the program…to deceive customers into signing up for various types of…

Setting the record straight with recycling in Ammon

February 8, 2024 11:18 AM Evan Thomason

At the Ammon City Council Meeting on Feb. 1, it was mentioned there was a little overflow problem with the recycling bins in Ammon.…

Washington man indicted in Lane Clark Rest Area murder case

February 8, 2024 11:02 AM News Team

A Grand Jury in Bonneville County has indicted a man for being an accessory to murder.…

Idaho Falls Regional Airport seeks public input for master plan at open house

February 7, 2024 1:38 PM Ashley Chilcutt

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport will release its comprehensive master plan at the Skyline Activity Center…

Super Bowl Sunday: How grocery stores are preparing for high demand

February 9, 2024 7:38 PM Ashley Chilcutt

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Super Bowl celebration comes with a specific array of menu items fans look forward to eating during the big game.…

Protecting your home from household pests

February 7, 2024 11:58 AM Noah Farley

“Even though it’s still snowing…we still want to treat for those…

Idaho Falls listed top performing city in the nation once again

February 6, 2024 6:01 PM Braydon Wilson

For the second year in a row and the third time in 4 years, Idaho Falls is the Milken Institute’s “Best Preforming Small City” in the nation. Milken…

Local News 8 investigates – 7 steps to vetting a contractor before you hire

February 4, 2024 5:50 PM Seth Ratliff

10 homeowners are out tens of thousands of dollars and a local non profit is out hundreds of thousands.
From digging through court documents and…

Luke Bryan set to perform concert in Idaho Falls Aug. 1

February 2, 2024 1:37 PM News Team

Country music fans may be excited to hear Luke Bryan will be performing a concert this summer in eastern Idaho.…

Work to begin on expanding the Canal Trail

February 3, 2024 9:00 AM News Team

The project is expected to continue through…

Loneliness around Valentine’s Day can reveal problems with alcohol

February 2, 2024 11:44 AM Noah Farley

“Let’s get proactive and try to address these things early and and circumvented and and it’s much easier to do it early…

Local News 8 investigates – “Some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability,” says Randy Neal

February 2, 2024 11:31 AM Seth Ratliff

“What we’re seeing is some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability…” Bonneville County prosecutor Randy Neal told Local News…

Local News 8 investigates – Local contractor shares his side

February 1, 2024 11:55 AM Seth Ratliff

Local News 8 is getting answers; investigating a local contractor who left jobs unfinished and then shut down his business. We’ve spoken with the…

Coffee sales keep Idaho truckers going

February 1, 2024 11:14 PM Sam Gelfand

If truck drivers are the lifeblood of America, caffeine is what’s in their…

Mountain America launches 2nd annual Elevate Scholarship Program

February 1, 2024 5:28 PM Noah Farley

“We want to make sure that this is an unbiased, fair look at these…

Tree falls into powerline, ignites fire

February 1, 2024 3:16 PM Ashley Chilcutt

A powerline that had fallen onto a gas meter ignited a small fire at a Bonneville County home.…

Bonneville Prosecuting Attorney to seek death penalty in Chris Foiles case

February 1, 2024 1:27 PM News Team

Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal filed notice today of the State’s Intent to Seek the Death Penalty in the case of Chris Brandon…

“Remind them that they’re not forgotten” –Valentines for Seniors

February 1, 2024 11:52 AM Kailey Galaviz

JustServe Idaho Falls is looking for those who want to share the love this Valentine’s Day…

Recent warmth tests many winter recreation areas, but ski resorts have passed the test

February 1, 2024 11:33 AM Evan Thomason

More snow is coming, and some people are thrilled because the recent warmth has been a…

Rekindle your love this Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2024 11:44 AM Kailey Galaviz

Valentine’s Day is just weeks away, and it’s never too early to start planning ways to make your significant other feel…

Local News 8 investigates – Eastern Idaho homeowners and local non-profit say contractor took their money and ran

January 31, 2024 11:45 AM Seth Ratliff

Homeowners out thousands and a local non-profit out hundreds of thousands of dollars. Local News 8 is getting answers; investigating a local…

2 cars hit head-on

January 31, 2024 11:50 AM News Team

A car accident at the intersection of John Adams Parkway and Hitt Road delayed traffic…

Venmo will provide tax forms this year

January 31, 2024 11:51 AM Evan Thomason

One tax form we need to not forget is the one that comes from…

Impress your friends with some new appetizers for your Super Bowl Party

January 30, 2024 11:27 AM Kailey Galaviz

If you’re looking for new appetizers to spice up your Super Bowl parties, try taking a master class with the Idaho Commercial Kitchen in Idaho Falls…

Police identify Idaho Falls man who fell into Snake River

January 28, 2024 8:57 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police, Fire Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office are responding to a call of someone in the water near downtown Idaho…

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office practices water rescue

January 29, 2024 4:45 PM Noah Farley

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office had a diving training on Friday which prepared them for Sunday’s water recovery and rescues they might need to…