INL to host Family Nuclear Science Night as part of Nuclear Science Week
INL invites local students and their families to attend Family Nuclear Science Night, a STEM event that introduces visitors to nuclear science,…
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Lance Broncho gets life sentence for murder
Lance Broncho is sentenced to life in prison for the death of Eric Leask.…
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East Idaho Aquarium faces animal abuse allegations – Local News 8 Investigates
Fish and game records document that dozens of birds were “stepped on,” “sat on,” or otherwise crushed to death by customers during hands-on…
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Watch out for bears as they prepare to hibernate
“We do stress highly that people take care of their garbage and any attractant that they may have around their…
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Woman escapes, Idaho Falls man charged with kidnapping
An Idaho Falls man is arrested for kidnapping a woman and beating her. The victim was able to escape and call…
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A man is in the hospital following a house fire in Idaho Falls
The fire started around 2:30 p.m. on October 5th, near the Rose Hill…
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Gas leak in Idaho Falls stopped, evacuated businesses can return
Three business have been evacuated due to a gas leak on Hitt Road.…
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Teacher of the Year
School District 91 is excited to announce that Four of its educators were recognized at the Idaho Speech Arts Teachers Association (ISATA)…
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Man charged with rape of 16-year-old
A 22-year-old man is in the Bonneville County Jail charged with rape and sexual battery against a…
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Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to be careful during School Bus Safety Month
“Because these buses are all equipped with cameras and they’re recording these violations, what we do see is a lot of very, very close…
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Shoes donations needed for Community Shoe Box
The community shoe box is back! It is a place where you can donate shoes. You can also pick up a pair of shoes if you need…
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Bonneville Sheriff urges action on immigration concerns
“We need to be thinking about what are we going to do to change…
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New fees take effect for Idaho Falls city services
Idaho Falls’ 2024/2025 fiscal year budget includes some increased costs of city…
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Lindsay Boulevard to see detour for pavement work
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (Idaho Falls News Release) – A detour will be in place in a section of Lindsay Blvd North of Idaho Falls to allow construction…
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Forum to talk about pros and cons of open primaries and ranked-choice voting in Idaho
The forum on Proposition 1 starts at 7pm at the Shilo Inn, 780 Lindsay Blvd., Idaho Falls, Idaho.…
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Locals celebrate Oktoberfest in downtown Idaho Falls
Dozens gathered in downtown Idaho Falls, Saturday evening, Sept. 28, 2024 to take part in…
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Grease Monkey had free car seat safety checks in Idaho Falls
Grease Monkey held a free car seat safety check today at their Idaho Falls location on Channing…
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Idaho cities counting their lead pipes
Cities around Idaho are working on their lead service line inventories ahead of the Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) October 16…
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Idaho Falls man grows giant pumpkin
“So at peak, this [pumpkin] was growing around 35 pounds per day, so over a pound an…
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U-Parking permits going quickly around BYU-Idaho campus
The price for parking around the BYU-Idaho campus increased to $80 per semester. …
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Woman killed in train collision in Idaho Falls
A woman was killed Wednesday in a train collision near Idaho…
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Snake River walk gets makeover thanks to volunteers
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Part of the Snake River in Idaho Falls got a trim Tuesday. About 200 workers from Melaleuca pruned trees and…
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Museum of Idaho commissions new mural
It will be a “a large-scale exploration of ‘the nature of our perception through our perception of…
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Survey names Idaho Falls Community Hospital as a top patient-recommended hospital
Idaho Falls Community Hospital was named a top patient-recommended hospital, according to Becker’s Hospital Review. Only five Idaho hospitals made…
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Weird Al to perform at Mountain America Center
“Weird Al” Yankovic is bringing his Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour to the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls on Friday, August 8, 2025.…
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Idaho Falls Power negotiating agreement with Aalo Atomics – Small Modular Reactors coming to Idaho Falls
A new form of power is coming to Idaho Falls power customers. The city of Idaho Falls is partnering with the nuclear engineering company Aalo…
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MEGA Lung Exhibit comes to Eastern Idaho Public Health
“718,217 pounds of toxic chemicals were released from U.S. tobacco production facilities in…
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Group to assess what tech is considered fair to use while hunting in the works
“Drones are probably going to be a component of that. That’s definitely a very controversial…
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Friends of Minidoka and Museum of Idaho present new exhibit
The Museum of Idaho and Friends of Minidoka have partnered to present a new local exhibit, Nisei Trials: 80 Years – Remembering the Minidoka Draft…
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Idaho’s hunting season looks promising
Fish and Game says while there should be plenty of elk to hunt, there will be noticeably less…
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U Pick Red Barn provides a fun day for those with special needs
U Pick Red Barn in Idaho Falls will open this Saturday to the general public. But on Friday, those with special needs and their parents enjoyed…
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Beware: It’s Hobo spider’s mating season
They don’t crawl very high, and their bites are generally harmless and rarely cause…
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Bonneville School District 93 breaks ground on Willow Creek Elementary
Today, September 11, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., the Bonneville School District 93 will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Willow Creek Elementary…
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What to grab in an emergency
“You can live without food for three days, but you can’t live without water for three…
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Newstalk 107.9 FM hosts dinner for bus group that missed inside of Trump rally venue
Before the presidential debate Tuesday evening, Newstalk 107.9 FM hosted a special dinner for a special…
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Newstalk 107.9 FM hosts presidential debate watch party
107.9 FM holds presidential debate watch party at the Shilo Inn in Idaho Falls Tuesday…
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Beware of the pest problems you can’t see
“The reality is clear: don’t underestimate pests, because the health risks they pose are very…
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Kohberger case likely won’t move to eastern Idaho
After a Latah County Judge approved a change of venue for Bryan Kohberger’s case, questions are swirling as to where he will be…
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Idaho awarded $21 million for hydroelectric projects
Idaho is getting $21-million for 14 of its hydroelectric projects across the…
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Meppen Canal Trail opens
The multi-use trail enhances the city of Idaho Falls’ expansive trail…
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Overpass repairs to close I-15 Northbound Tuesday night to Wednesday morning near Woodville
Beginning tomorrow night at 10 p.m., the northbound lanes of Interstate 15 will be closed underneath the Woodville Overpass so crews can replace a…
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September 14th proclaimed ‘Missing Persons Day’
“Idaho Missing Person Day isn’t just about Amber. It’s about all the hundreds of people who are…
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Idaho Falls Fire Department to dedicate new 9-11 Memorial, Tunnel of Towers exhibit to set up at The Waterfront
People are invited to join the Idaho Falls Fire Department when they hold a solemn dedication ceremony for the city’s new 9/11…
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Hillcrest High opens Westmark Stadium Friday night
Hillcrest High School is set to play its first high school game on their own turf on Friday night.…
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Sunnyside Elementary in Idaho Falls closed due to air conditioner malfunction
Idaho Falls School District 91 Superintendent Karla LaOrange says school is canceled for Sunnyside Elementary Friday due to smoke from an air…
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A volunteer had a face-to-face encounter with a lioness at the Idaho Falls Zoo
In an exclusive special report, Todd Kunz investigated an incident involving Kimani the lioness at the Idaho Falls Zoo that happened in early…
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Delta to provide a larger jet for flights between Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport announced Thursday Delta Airlines will soon be using a larger aircraft to fly between Idaho Falls and Salt Lake…
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INL holds ribbon cutting for new Sample Preparation Lab
The lab will make testing go faster so the United States’ nuclear reactors can last longer, and be more…
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Hallway ceiling falls at Idaho Falls High School
The ceiling section fell on Friday while students were in class, so it didn’t fall on…
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Anheuser-Busch is hosting the Annual 911 Memorial Stair Climb
In honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001, and in continued honor of our local first responders who protect and serve our community,…
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Fatal officer-involved shooting following a pursuit
onneville County Sheriff’s Deputies were involved in a shooting early this morning while attempting to stop an erratic…
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Burn ban in Bonneville County over Labor Day weekend
If you plan to do some camping this Labor Day weekend in the Idaho Falls area, be sure to pack something warm for the chilly night.…
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Local news icons honored for their years in broadcasting
On Friday, the Idaho History of Broadcasting Foundation honored Jay Hildebrandt and Karole Honas for their service to the community at a luncheon in…
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Suspicious package temporarily evacuates INL building
Idaho National Laboratory’s Engineering Research Office Building was evacuated Thursday afternoon because of a reported suspicious…
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Police investigate crash on Fremont Avenue in Idaho Falls
A serious car crash blocked Fremont Avenue under the US 20 overpass for several hours early Thursday…
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Hunters encouraged to be “Bear Aware” this fall
Bear activity has increased this year, so it’s important to take the precautions needed to avoid bear…
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Crispy Cones plans to open store on Hitt Road in Idaho Falls
Crispy Cones announced it will be opening a store in Idaho Falls.…
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Idaho Falls K9 officer suddenly passes away
A K9 officer for the Idaho Falls Police Department has died. The department announced the death on Facebook Tuesday. …
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YMCA to open new learning center to help parents of 1 to 5 year olds
Idaho Falls YMCA is opening a new learning center on the ISU campus in Idaho Falls. Donovan Stokes stopped by the studio to explain what the new…
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“No, Bonneville County is not a sanctuary city” – ICE mixup melts on closer inspection
Misguided rumors are circulating online that three Idaho counties, including Bonneville County, are sanctuaries for illegal…
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Local News 8’s Jeff Roper visits with Jeff Foxworthy Part 2
Jeff Roper visits with Jeff Foxworthy, who will perform at the Eastern Idaho State Fair on September 5, 2024.…
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Local law enforcement stepping up to combat drunk driving this holiday weekend
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers that it is still important to be safe and sober while…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Work on traffic signal to be done on Yellowstone at Cliff Street
Idaho Falls city crews will be working on installing pedestrian traffic signal buttons and poles at the intersection of Yellowstone Avenue and Cliff…
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18-year-old arrested for shooting shotgun in McDonalds parking lot in Ammon
An 18-year-old was arrested early Sunday for shooting a shotgun in the air following a fight. …
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Sunnyside Road closed to remove railroad tracks
The roads are expected to open again on Friday, Aug.…
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Funding changes in Idaho schools – “Keep kids in the classroom”
Eastern Idaho is heading back to school, but this year funding has shifted from enrollment to attendance…
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More people are spending to maintain their cars rather than buying a new one
Almost 80% of consumers say they depend on someone else doing simple maintenance on their vehicle.…
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Air Idaho Rescue celebrates decade of saving lives in West Yellowstone
Air Idaho Rescue is celebrating a decade of saving lives in the crown jewel of our nation’s park…
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Center Stage Theater announces their 2025 season
Center Stage Theatre has announced their 2025 season with Local News 8. They said next season is all about love and…
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Study: Idaho is 387 pet adoptions away from achieving no-kill
Best Friends says Idaho is seeing a 92.5% total save…
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White Pine Charter School holds ribbon cutting
White pine charter school in Ammon held its ribbon cutting the morning of Friday, August…
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High-speed car chase begins in Rigby and ends in Idaho Falls
The speeding car continued south through Idaho Falls and crashed on 65th South in Bonneville…
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Swan Valley family fundraiser donates $128,000 to Champs Heart
The Fleming family of Swan Valley donated $128,000 to the charity Wednesday…
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Idaho Lt. Governor speaks about water curtailment during Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon
Water curtailment was the main topic at an Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon…
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Idaho Falls breaks ground for new power plant
City officials broke ground Monday for a new power plant on Iona Road and Yellowstone Highway.…
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How has Chesbro Music Company endured 100+ years?
Chesbro music has been around for more than 100 years and just opened a newly-remodeled…
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Lance Broncho pleads guilty – Idaho Falls murder suspect accepts plea deal
Idaho Falls murder suspect Lance Broncho was back in court Monday, changing his plea to guilty in response to a plea agreement from the Bonneville…
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Bannock County Courthouse slated for significant improvements
These changes will provide more parking for patrons and make it safer to cross the…
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White Pine Charter School to open on time after flooding
Despite the flood of about a million gallons, the school is planned to open on…
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Plans in the works to prevent trucks from getting stuck at Northgate Mile Underpass
The structure was built for the railroad in the 1930s, so it was not built to today’s height…
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Dozens of kids turn out for Roaring Youth Jam
Adults and kids of all ages take part in the fun and sometimes messy…
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Ammon Mayor asks community to support near-drowning victim
Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti is asking for the community to come together in support of the teen who nearly drowned last weekend during Ammon…
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Police warn against phone scams impersonating deputies
A common scam comes from suspects posing as local law enforcement and making victims believe they have a warrant, missed jury duty, or owe some…
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Log truck gets stuck under Northgate Mile underpass
This is another truck of so many that keep getting stuck at this underpass since the beginning of the…
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Idaho Falls Community turns out to connect with police officers at National Night Out
Tautphaus Park was packed with people anxious to see and hear the tools of the trade of our local law…
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Bow maintenance and preparation: Getting ready for hunting season
No matter what you take with you this hunting season, proper maintenance and preparation are…
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National Night out starts tonight at 5 in Tautphaus park
The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday night, August 6th.…
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Nominate a family in need for Roof Rescue’s free roofing initiative
Idaho Falls contractors at Roof Rescue are asking for your help to find four exceptional community members or families that deserve free…
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Two killed in motorcycle accident in Idaho Falls
Two people are dead following a crash in Idaho Falls early Sunday…
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Luke Bryan wears Spud Kings jersey at Idaho Falls concert
Luke Bryan performed in a sold-out crowd Thursday in Idaho Falls. During an encore performance, he came out wearing a Spud Kings jersey.…
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Local school supply drives help stock East Idaho students
The school year is getting closer, and organizations and businesses in East Idaho are busy collecting school supplies for students in…
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Idaho Falls water tower project to temporarily impact traffic
Drivers may want to avoid Park Avenue, where they are building the new water tower next week.…
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Bonneville County Fair began Thursday
The fair presents projects 4-H students have been working on for a long…
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CEI breaks ground for new tech building
“What a perfect way to leave a career here at College of Eastern…
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Boil Advisory lifted for Ucon
Ucon is under a boil advisory because of a loss of water pressure on…
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Burn ban issued for Bonneville County
The Bonneville County Commissioners issued a burn ban due to high temperatures and low moisture levels. The ban will remain in effect until…
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Development Workshop processes over 25,000 ducks for annual race
Each of the 25,000+ ducks is individually evaluated and processed by…
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How are wildfires named?
“We generally name them based off of the nearest geographical reference to the…
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Driver injured in rollover on US 20 west of Idaho Falls
A 26-year-old man was taken to the hospital from a crash on US 20 west of Idaho Falls on Tuesday, July 30.…
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Murder suspect faces death penalty
The death penalty is back on the table after a local man accused of murder rescinded his guilty…
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