Idaho Falls

According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the intersection will be restricted to right-in and right-out turns only starting Monday, Aug. 31. Left turns and crossing the highway will no longer be permitted.

Lunches are packed, and the outfits are perfect; now time to pose for that iconic back-to-school picture. But before you snap that photo for social media, be aware of some of the hidden risks of sharing too much information on social media.

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office warns a child’s image can be spread far beyond the intended audience. Even if you’re just sharing to a small group of people, you have no control over where others can share your information.

Bonneville County leaders declared September 12th as 2026’s missing persons day to raise awareness for active cases like that of Amber Hoopes, who went missing 25 years ago.

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – One color is lighting up homes, yards, and social media across Idaho Falls this week — all in support of 18-year-old Dominic Nuñez as he continues his fight against cancer. Dom’s favorite color is green, and community members are turning that favorite color into a visible show of support. People

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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Gov. Brad Little has appointed Judge Jason Scott to serve on the Idaho Supreme Court. Scott will fill the vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Chief Justice Richard Bevan, effective Oct. 30. “Judge Scott has dedicated his career to the law and to serving the people of Idaho,” Little said.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a recently missing 11-year-old boy who hasn’t been seen since early Monday afternoon.

Police believe 11-year-old Otto Crew left his home on Saturn Ave. sometime after 12:30 p.m. today, August 17. Authorities have not released information regarding the circumstances of his departure, nor have they noted any critical medical conditions.

Musicians, artists, filmmakers and families gathered near Ririe this weekend as South Fork Fest celebrated its fifth year.

Held at Aspen Grove Inn, the festival combines live performances with film screenings, open mics, songwriter rounds and workshops covering music, art, photography and other activities.

The Jefferson County Fair wrapped up its week in Rigby Saturday, marking the end of days of livestock competitions, community events and months of work for local 4-H and FFA members.

For some young exhibitors, the final day also meant saying goodbye to animals they had spent much of the year raising.

A Taylor Swift tribute band is bringing a little Eras Tour energy to Idaho Falls tonight — but the story goes beyond the music.

Find out why acts like Taylorville may be Taylor-made for Idaho Falls’ growing arts scene.

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A Wolverine has been spotted in the Idaho wilderness, but probably not the one wildlife officials are usually looking for.

Actor Hugh Jackman, best known for playing Wolverine in Marvel’s “X-Men” film franchise, appears to be spending some time in Sun Valley.

A 20-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed Thursday evening in a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck south of Idaho Falls.

As crews continue working to put out hot spots near Heise Hot Springs, the Big Rock Fire remains within its existing perimeter.

🫎 One of the moose spotted wandering around Idaho Falls has been safely captured.

Idaho Fish and Game and Bonneville County Animal Control tranquilized the young male moose after finding him in a resident’s backyard near the Idaho Falls Zoo.

Officials plan to release the moose back into the wild but did not disclose where he will be released.

The capture comes after several recent moose sightings around Idaho Falls.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing person who disappeared during evacuations for the Big Rock Fire Friday night.

Sheriff’s officials told Local News 8 the individual “took off” during the evacuations and has not been located.

Country singer-songwriter Skip Ewing stopped by Local News 8 at Noon to perform music from his latest album, “Dragonfly,” ahead of a performance in eastern Idaho.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is responding to a natural gas leak in downtown Idaho Falls after a construction crew accidentally struck a gas line.

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is just around the corner, and one local grocery expert is encouraging families to put a creative spin on the classic frozen treat.

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is urging Idahoans to check their homes after 39 products were recalled nationwide in July because of serious safety hazards, including fire risks, choking hazards and products designed for infants and toddlers.

The recalls, issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, include household appliances, electronics, furniture and children’s products. Ten of the recalled items were made specifically for infants and toddlers.

Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative is partnering on a new power generation project in northern Idaho aimed at helping keep electricity reliable and affordable for customers across eastern Idaho and southwestern Montana.

The project, being developed through PNGC Power, will use natural gas technology that officials say will be among the most efficient and lowest-emitting power plants in the region. The plant is also expected to have the ability to blend hydrogen into its fuel supply in the future as the technology and infrastructure become available.

If you walked outside this morning, you would have instantly noticed the smoke inversion blanketing most of the city. The Idaho Falls Fire Department is issuing a reminder to prepare for wildfire season and to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

According to officials with the fire department, wildfire smoke can impact communities hundreds of miles away, an effect that was visibly noticeable Monday.