Dry winter leaves Idaho landscapers shoveling for profits
Many Idaho landscapers depend on snow to keep business going, and this winter has made that…
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Many Idaho landscapers depend on snow to keep business going, and this winter has made that…
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Students from Skyline and Idaho Falls High Schools walked out of class Thursday afternoon, joining a statewide wave of youth-led protests against…
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Since the very start of KIFI’s 65 years of broadcasting, weather reports and forecasts have been a fixture of our live broadcasts.
From a simple…
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For a state trooper, the difference between a routine traffic stop and a life-altering tragedy is often a matter of “inches and…
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Image courtesy of the City of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls skyline looks a lot different now that the old water tower…
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“Ash Wednesday is really the the kickoff to Lent,” said Valerie Finnigan, an Idaho Falls Catholic. “… We’re all to come together in sackcloth and…
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As severe winter weather grips Southeast Idaho, Idaho State Police troopers have been busy responding to several slide-offs and crashes along I-15…
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Universities like Idaho State University are facing additional reductions on top of previous cuts, while K-12 schools have largely been spared.…
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Graduates of the College of Eastern Idaho now have a dedicated place to reunite with the ‘Falcon Family.’ Tuesday, CEI officially launched a new…
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Bonneville County Sheriff deputies and Rocky Mountain Power are on the scene on 45th East, between 81st North and 97th North. The road is closed…
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Record-breaking demand is pushing the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission to its limits this winter, with officials reporting that all three of its shelters…
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The Bonneville County Democratic Party says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement could be a problem in East Idaho.
The Bonneville County…
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Idaho Falls Police are investigating an accident involving a motorcycle and pickup on Broadway at the I-15…
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is sounding the alarm following a surge in reports of jail inmate bonding scams targeting the area. This…
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“In the Declaration of Independence, along with the powers that are given to the people, the government rests with us,” said Jon Walker, a…
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Deric Gardner is described as being 6 feet tall, approximately 190 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. He may be wearing a lighter flannel type…
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Following recent student protests over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations in Twin Falls and Boise, local school…
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Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal has cleared 3 officers of any wrongdoing during two separate officer-involved shootings.…
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Lookout Credit Union is donating $125,000 to the City of Ammon to fund a new playground in McCowin Park. The investment aims to modernize the…
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“Dallan’s passion for student success, belief in high expectations, and commitment to partnership make him an outstanding choice to lead Idaho…
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While romance can spark anywhere, sometimes it begins in the most unexpected places, even at work. At Local News 8, love has quietly grown behind the…
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Local food banks are receiving a significant protein boost thanks to a joint effort between Idaho Fish and Game and the Idaho State Department of…
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Falls are the leading cause of injury for seniors, but the Idaho Falls Fire Department says they don’t have to be an inevitable part of aging. IFFD…
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A home on the west side of Idaho Falls was heavily damaged Thursday morning after a fire broke out in the attic. According to the Idaho Falls Fire…
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A crash involving multiple semi-trucks has brought traffic along US-26 near the Palisades Reservoir to a screeching halt. According to the Idaho…
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“Battelle Energy Alliance (BEA) has determined the need to reduce current workforce staffing levels through an Involuntary Separation…
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The city of Idaho Falls says it is making plans for safer and more efficient traffic flow. One of those plans includes the construction of a…
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Idaho recently received a D grade for its policies on cell phone use in schools from a coalition that includes the Becca Schmill Foundation,…
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Idaho legislators introduced two pivotal bills last week aimed at stripping local governments of their power to regulate short-term rentals (STRs).…
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Idaho is closely debating whether to join a coalition of states calling for a balanced budget amendment on the national…
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Normally, ISP would be warning drivers to look out for snow plows, but lately, there’s an unusual sight – motorcycles on the roads. While Idaho…
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Two people were arrested Saturday after Bonneville County authorities traced a suspect vehicle seen in security footage…
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A local nonprofit, Aspire Services Worldwide, is partnering with law enforcement to care for children in crisis by equipping patrol vehicles with…
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Bright lights and songs from your favorite animated movies will be on the stage this weekend at the Frontier Center for the Performing…
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The Greater Idaho Falls Police Foundation honored regional law enforcement officers Thursday during an appreciation luncheon at Melaleuca…
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“This investment allows us to address some of the most pressing space and operational challenges inside the terminal,” said Idaho Falls Regional…
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“Chief Olson brings years of prior experience at the Idaho Falls Fire Department, combined with broad leadership experience and a clear commitment…
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Sunnyside Elementary is hosting a fundraiser today that gives community members a chance to support local students while…
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A high-speed chase from Blackfoot to Idaho Falls ended in a crash and two arrests Tuesday after a wanted man allegedly fled a rest area to avoid a…
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In 1947, a new era of winter recreation began on the Snake River Plain. Born as an offshoot of the Idaho Falls Ski Club, the KIFI Ski School was the…
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Tucked away at Blackfoot Animal Shelter, 15 tiny Chihuahuas are waiting for their forever…
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Idaho Falls Regional Airport will soon be getting a major upgrade, thanks to $12 million in federal funding secured by…
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Bonneville County has officially taken over the issuance and inspection of all electrical and plumbing permits, a move supporters of the decision say…
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A high-speed chase on I-15 ended at the Broadway off-ramp in Idaho Falls near the former Shari’s Restaurant on Tuesday afternoon.…
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“Advanced nuclear energy means energy security, economic growth and high-paying jobs for Idahoans,” said Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke. “Our work is…
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Governor Brad Little outlined his Enduring Idaho plan during a stop in Idaho Falls this morning, presenting a budget framework that emphasizes public…
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Anti-ice protests were held in both Pocatello and Idaho Falls today. Hundreds lined the streets of both cities in protest against ICE activity,…
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The award-winning tree canopy in Idaho Falls has garnered another…
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Kelly Canyon Ski Resort is facing nearly half the amount of snow than usual, and with the addition of the terrain park, skiers are more prone to…
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Stones Kia has been named among the top 3% of Kia dealerships worldwide. This recognition is a testament to the dealership’s excellence in both…
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The high-speed chase that captivated local social media has finally come to a gentle halt. A four-month-old goat, who became an overnight celebrity…
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The City of Idaho Falls has been ranked the No. 2 Best-Performing Small City in the nation in the 2026 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities…
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A 34-year-old Bonneville County man is in custody facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot his roommate “in the face”…
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“I’m fond of telling people, ‘If there is no God above the state, the state becomes God,” said Christ Church Senior Pastor Doug Wilson. “And I…
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Health officials are reporting five probable measles cases in Canyon County, all within a single unvaccinated household, as they work to prevent the…
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Idaho Falls resident Josh Hartfield is heading home with a lot more horsepower than he started with. The local farmer recently claimed the second top…
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How should American citizens secure our rights?
One constitutional scholar addressed that question and analyzed current events at a Wednesday…
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The spaghetti dinner and bingo fundraiser included a student art show, a silent auction, and a penny raffle for younger students.
School Director…
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All schools within Ririe School District #252 have canceled all classes through the end of the week as a wave of illness leaves many desks and…
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A 33-year-old local man faces up to five years in state prison after a jury found him guilty of striking a police officer during a confrontation last…
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“Thanks to Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and onX for helping to make this acquisition possible,” says Ryan Walker, Tex Creek Habitat Biologist.…
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“When I’m talking about Christian nationalists, I’m talking about people who want a theocracy in America,” Druzin said.…
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A 45-year-old Ririe man faces up to five years in prison following a felony conviction in Bonneville County.
After a three-day trial, a jury found…
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In the last two months, seven individuals, including three from Bonneville County, were sentenced to prison after being convicted of crimes against…
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As immigration enforcement continues to raise questions and concerns for families across Idaho, the ACLU of Idaho is reminding immigrants of their…
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“Elm Street is an important part of our community, connecting downtown with South Boulevard,” said Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director.…
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Development is entering its final stages at the new Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center North Idaho Falls ER, the region’s first free-standing ER.…
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“Being elected to this role is a significant milestone in my journey as a nurse and a Latina mother,” said Silva. “It motivates me to continue…
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An Idaho State Police Officer is being honored for a career that defines “going above and beyond.”
On Thursday, February 5, ISP Sergeant Amanda Ward…
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“It’s important to say their names,” Vigil organizer Chance Marshall said. “They’re not just strangers who lived in Minnesota. They are…
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Today marks a historic milestone for the region’s airwaves. January 23, 2026, officially marks the 65th anniversary of KIFI Local News 8,…
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If you have driven past College of Eastern Idaho lately, it would be hard to miss the construction of the brand new Battelle Energy Alliance Future…
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Just because there’s no snow on the road doesn’t mean that plow operators aren’t on the…
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“Community Risk Reduction is the process fire departments use to identify risk before tragedy occurs and to take intentional action to reduce…
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The Idaho political community is mourning the loss of a former state representative and historian. Linden Bart Bateman, of Idaho Falls, passed away…
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – This weekend, outdoor enthusiasts and film lovers have the incredibly unique opportunity to experience the Banff Centre…
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is celebrating local creativity with the opening of the 2026 Eagle Rock Art Guild Spring…
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It’s been 18 years since the 2008 recession, and 2026 will be the first year “recession babies” reach college age. However, there will be fewer…
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As a result of a significant number of staff absences due to illnesses and other unavoidable circumstances, Hazel Stuart Elementary has been closed…
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Multiple people are dead following a domestic disturbance at a remote property along the Idaho-Wyoming border that drew a large-scale police response…
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Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw is set to deliver her first State of the City address later today, Wednesday, Jan. 21.
Mayor Burtenshaw will begin her…
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Starting January 31, the Museum of Idaho invites visitors to step far deeper into prehistory with the opening of Life Before Dinosaurs: Meet the…
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Idaho drivers are enjoying a rare break at the pump this January, with gas prices sitting below the national average and about 25 cents cheaper than…
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The Eastern Idaho Ag Expo kicks off today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the ICCU…
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The lottery period is officially open for Gem Prep: Idaho Falls, the city’s newest tuition-free K-12 public charter school, ahead of its scheduled…
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“In Florida, I was public enemy number one – black guy crossing the street, they see me coming, I’d hear the door lock,” said Patrick Toussaint.…
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This year, the College of Eastern Idaho recorded an all-time high of 625 students enrolled in its apprenticeship programs. The school says this…
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Under the current forecast, the northern lights may be visible across much of the northern half of the United States, and even as far south as…
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A semi crash on Interstate 15 north of Idaho Falls has blocked the highway.…
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Eastern Idaho (KIFI) – Get ready for an adventure next week as award-winning Idaho filmmaker Dusty Hulet brings his riveting documentary “Bears of…
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A small group of the Young Democrats of Bonneville protested on the Broadway Bridge today. Their signs read anti-war slogans as well as those…
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The man convicted of second-degree murder for the 2024 fatal beating of Alejandro Parades Hutardo is the subject of a newly released video obtained…
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Robert Wyatt Lange, 21, of Idaho Falls, has been sentenced today, January 16th, 2026. He will be serving a fixed 20 years, indeterminate for 35…
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A 32-year-old driver escaped without injury after a single-vehicle rollover crash near Jefferson Lake late Thursday night. The crash drew a large…
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The P.E. teacher to hundreds of seventh and eighth graders received a special surprise on Thursday – with 728 students lining every hall in the…
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Chandra Goody Martin, 42, was reported missing by her family yesterday, January 14, after several failed attempts to find her. According to BCSO,…
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office has blocked off a portion of U.S. Highway 26 east of Ririe due to a tactical incident involving a wanted…
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Two Idaho Falls men were arrested late Wednesday night after an alleged masked burglary at a Bonneville County home, where they’re accused of…
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A voter initiative to repeal the grocery tax in Idaho is stirring discussion in the…
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“At what point does this greed stop and we look at reality and say this is above and beyond where it should be?”…
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