Man arrested after attacking vehicle with baseball bat
Idaho Falls Police officers arrested 39-year-old Idaho Falls resident Wednesday after he attacked an occupied vehicle with a baseball bat and made…
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Protestors and some businesses oppose possible mask ordinance
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The debate of mask mandates got several protestors outside the Idaho Falls City Annex building. The Idaho Falls City…
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Hurst family hurt in house fire gets community support
The community is coming together to raise funds for one of its…
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Keeping your home energy efficient this summer
“A lot of us are spending a lot more time at home than maybe we have in the past few years. So our energy use could look a little bit different this…
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The Great Race for Education officially canceled
The Great Race for Education scheduled for Friday, July 17 is officially canceled for…
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Telegraph Fire grows to 2,154 acres
Fire crews are responding to two separate fires along Highway 20 Wednesday…
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Dog rescued from river
The King family witnessed a rescue in the works on the Greenbelt Wednesday afternoon.…
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Sheriff’s Office encourages people to pay more attention on the roads
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With the recent crashes the Bonneville County, the Sheriff’s Office is encouraging people to pay more attention on…
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EIPH regional response plan to be unveiled soon
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With more deaths, the Eastern Idaho Public Health Department is discussing different risk tiers in dealing with the…
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Rexburg’s first LGBTQ and Minority Resource Center is in the works
“It’s for everyone honestly so people can come here, ask questions. Parents of people that just came out like they can come, but overall a safe place…
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Arco woman killed in 3-car crash
Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash at the intersection of US26 and N 25th E, northeast of Idaho Falls.…
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How to treat ‘Maskne’
Brower is referring to what is being commonly referred to as ‘Maskne’, acne from wearing a mask. It’s a condition affecting people across the…
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Fireworks inside garbage can caused 3 alarm fire
That investigation reveals the fire was caused by spent fireworks inside of a garbage can that was located outside of the garage door of the home.…
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District 91 asks for reopening plan feedback
Idaho Falls School District Superintendent George Boland is asking parents and staff to review the district’s reopening plan and provide feedback by…
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East Idaho Credit Union opens new central location in Rexburg
For customers of East Idaho Credit Union in Rexburg, a trip to the bank may have got more…
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Trailer hitch falls off, hits road, strikes innocent driver in his chest
BUTTE COUNTY (KIFI/KIDK) An Idaho Falls man was hit in the chest with a trailer hitch from another driver’s pickup Monday morning. Idaho State Police…
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Robbery suspect charged
Alleged Mountain West Credit Union robber Matthew Stavert,31, was arraigned in Bonneville County Monday. …
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Rewatch local firework shows here
You can watch the local Fourth of July firework shows virtually here on our…
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2020 Independence Day celebration events
Below are the 2020 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming and a list of canceled…
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Sober driving may save lives this holiday weekend
Law enforcement officers throughout Idaho will be on the lookout for impaired drivers this…
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Suspect arrested in Ammon credit union robbery
Idaho Falls (KIFI/KIDK) The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a bank robbery in Ammon and have apprehended suspects in an Idaho…
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New sign welcomes veterans at Idaho Falls Airport
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport and Idaho National Laboratory have joined forces in a gesture to help veterans in the community feel welcomed and…
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Crash on I-15 south of Idaho Falls
The Idaho Transportation Department reports there is a crash on Interstate 15 about five miles south of the Idaho Falls…
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Chukars debut Brews at the Ballpark
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Even though the Idaho Falls Chukars will not play in 2020, they are still finding ways to bring the community to the…
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New PPP Act may save local businesses
A new PPP Flexibility Act may go into effect that will extend the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to August 8,…
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County fair making plans to move forward
The Bonneville County Fair will serve as one of the first opportunities the public has had to see the new fairgrounds in Idaho Falls. The event may…
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Local registered respiratory therapist went to New York to treat patients with COVID-19
“The way we treated COVID over there, it’s, it’s not like any other virus you are used to treating,” Craythorn said.…
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Dripps makes court appearance
The man accused in the rape and murder of Angie Dodge is asking the court to throw out his alleged…
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Masks now required on all airlines serving Idaho Falls Regional Airport
All air carriers serving the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) are now requiring the usage of face coverings for air…
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Man arrested for aggravated assault, domestic violence and other offenses
Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the 1100 block of Irving Street after several calls were placed to 911 Thursday shortly before 1:00 a.m.…
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2 arrested on drug and assault charges after threatening woman with firearm
Idaho Falls Police were dispatched to a residence on Three Fountains Drive for a report of a disturbance Wednesday around 9:00 a.m., police reported…
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Sugar-Salem School District receives grant for a suicide prevention program
“Research shows that if a student has one trusted adult that they can talk to whether that’s at the school or at home, their success rates of at any…
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Firefighters investigate cause of structure fire, rescue puppies
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a call at 11:20 a.m. Monday of smoke coming from the back bedroom of a single-family home on Kearney…
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2 arrested after 2-year-old found unattended
Idaho Falls Police were called to Fox Hollow Elementary School for a report that a 2-year-old had been found alone in the playground on June 22…
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Saturday is ‘Back in Business Day’ in Idaho Falls
In an effort to encourage community members to shop local, Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper proclaimed tomorrow, Saturday June 27th, as ‘Back in…
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Man arrested after police break up knife fight
A 42-year-old man has been arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly…
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INL Fire Department is preparing for an above normal fire potential season
“One of the big things going into this season was really the rehabilitation of The Sheep Fire we did some aerial seeding of sagebrush, and we’re…
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Idaho Falls school board approves budget
The Idaho Falls school board has approved a new FY-21 budget.…
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IFFD keeps fireworks fire from reaching mobile home
If it weren’t for the fast response time of Idaho Falls Fire Station 2, a fireworks-related fire Wednesday night could have been much…
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Don’t get scammed when applying for a job online
Scammers are making a bigger financial crisis among the unemployed even worse according to the Better Business Bureau.…
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FDA warns pet owners to keep your dog socially distanced
Local Veterinarian Adam Peterson says you don’t need to take it to that extreme.…
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Power restored in Ammon area
Rocky Mountain Power reports there are 13 outages in Idaho affecting 15,189…
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What Friday’s Juneteenth Celebration in Rexburg is about
On June 19, 1865 in Galveston, Texas, slaves were finally told about President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. The announcement came…
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Kitchen fire evacuates EICAP
Employees at Eastern Idaho Community Partnership were evacuated from their building on Lincoln Road because of a fire in the Head Start kitchen. …
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BYU-Idaho students petition for a Center for Diversity and Inclusion after a controversial Facebook post was shared
A controversial post that was shared on the BYU-Idaho College of Performing and Visual Arts Facebook page has caused an outrage among…
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Artistic design offers renewal at Govannon Studios
A local tattoo shop is helping recreate an outward persona that matches the inner changes some clients go…
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Rexburg has several projects in the works including a new River Adventure Park
The city of Rexburg has its plate full with projects for parks, street improvements and high speed…
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Idaho Falls man arrested after road rage incident and aggravated assault
Idaho Falls Police officers responded to a hit and run incident and possible attempted assault on Saturday around 2:00 a.m., IFPD reported Tuesday.…
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Men’s Health Month: What preventative care men should be taking
Maintaining a healthy body is important for both genders, but also taking the time to bring awareness to common health issues that are more common in…
Continue Reading Power restored to Idaho Falls customers
UPDATE 2:08 p.m. Idaho Falls Power reports Fairway Estates is back on.…
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How COVID-19 will impact your visit to Jefferson County Lake
“Make sure you want to be around a lot of people because there will be a lot of…
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2 in custody after fleeing from police in Idaho Falls
Idaho State Police reported they have two men in custody after fleeing from them late Sunday afternoon. …
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People remember Tylee and JJ with candlelight vigil
People gathered together for a candlelight vigil to remember Tylee Ryan and JJ…
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Grandparents of J.J. visit where the remains of their grandson were found
“It’s torn up so many people, it’s destroyed. It’s torn up hope, homes, and there’s no need for this. I’m not coming in hostility in any way. I come…
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Kitchen fire damages home
The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at a residence in the 900 block of Poulson Street Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. after…
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Pay It Forward – Soldiers of Hope
This awareness group says more people are overdosing and relapsing during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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Domestic violence victims do not have to stand alone
The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center (DVSAC) in Idaho Falls offers a helping hand to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and…
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Idaho Falls Police and Fire Units Respond to a Car in a Canal
(Idaho Falls KIFI/KIDK) Just before 7:40 p.m., IFPD and Idaho Falls fire units responded to a report of a car accident in the Porter Canal behind the…
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A look back on missing Rexburg children
It’s been a long and winding road to get to this point.…
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Cold temperatures cause concern for spud farmers
Potato farmers are limited in their defense against Monday night’s forecasted cold…
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Police identify body of man found in the Snake River
Idaho Falls Police have identified the man whose body was recovered from the Snake River…
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High speed chase ends with police PIT maneuver
A Pocatello woman is being held in jail following a high speed chase Sunday morning.…
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Flood Warning and Flood Watch for the Teton River and Henry’s Fork
(KIFI/KIDK) With rising water levels in the Upper Snake River Plain and Teton Valley, the National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a warning…
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Local artists find new ways to grind during pandemic
The Gem supports local artists by giving them a place to perform but the venue shut down when the pandemic…
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2.5 million jobs were added to the market in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor
In May the national unemployment rate fell to 13.3% and employers added 2.5 million jobs to the market, according to the U.S. Bureau of…
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Driver OK after train avoids hitting pickup that crashed on tracks
Idaho Falls Police report a driver received only minor cuts and scrapes in a single-vehicle accident where the vehicle had stopped on the train…
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Recovered COVID-19 patient leaves EIRMC after 55 day stay
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center announced a 54-year-old Jackson, Wyoming man was discharged Thursday after recovering from COVID-19.…
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Do you feel confident using your gun during an emergency situation?
Shooting at a still target is great practice, but may not always apply in an emergency situation.…
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IFPD reaches out to the public to bring peace
The department says they are aware of the conversations dominating our Nation right…
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Soldiers of Hope needs support during pandemic
A local overdose awareness group says more people are overdosing and relapsing during the pandemic.…
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Madison County commissioner wins seat in the House in District 34
After serving as a Madison County commissioner for the past 12 years, Jon Weber is heading to state…
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Ron Nate wins against incumbent Britt Raybould
A familiar face is heading back to represent the State. Ron Nate beat the incumbent Britt Raybould in the race for District 34 Seat B in the…
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Receiving unemployment benefits is still an ongoing problem
Receiving unemployment benefits is still an ongoing problem across…
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Deseret Industries stores and donation centers start reopening
Deseret Industries stores and donation centers have started to reopen based on local regulations and store…
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Neighbors come together to peacefully protest in Idaho Falls
Those who attended said they were there to bring justice to George Floyd by bringing awareness to the nation-wide issue of police…
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Spider season is upon us
Our new seasonal risk at home is a lot bigger than any virus. It’s pest…
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Experts say you should always be ‘bear aware’
A possible bear encounter should always be in the back of your…
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Firefighters respond to kitchen fire
Idaho Falls Fire Department crews are on scene of a kitchen fire that was reported to dispatch at 1:25 p.m.…
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Idaho movie theaters now open
There’s nothing like a fresh bag of popcorn and watching your favorite movies on the big screens, and now across Idaho, you finally…
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Dealing with the new normal: How restaurants are rebounding
When the Pandemic first started, we checked in with Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant and The Firehouse Grill. Both restaurants have their dining room…
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Local support for George Floyd gathered on Broadway Bridge
Protesters from Bonneville Democratic Party gathered today on the Broadway Bridge to show support for George…
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What to consider before you take out a payday loan
Payday loans in Idaho can have an interest rate of up to 652…
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Idaho Falls High School celebrates graduation at the Drive-In
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Falls High School honored their Seniors at the Motor Vu Drive-In on Thursday night. Students were glad they…
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D91 extends Grab ‘n Go Program through June 30
The school year is coming to an end, but Idaho Falls School District 91’s Grab ‘n Go Breakfast/Lunch program will continue through June…
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Movies are back: theaters plan to reopen after Governor gives OK
Royal Theaters plan to open the Blackfoot Movie Mill and the Paramount Theater in Idaho Falls on Saturday.…
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Waterline replacement project begins June 1
Construction crews will begin a waterline replacement project that will impact 11th, 12th, 13th and a small portion of 14th Streets beginning June…
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Idaho State Police enforces move over lawÂ
With warmer weather and the stay at home order being lifted, more people will be on the roads, but this poses a problem for Idaho State…
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Gas leak repaired
The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports a gas leak on E Lincoln road between N 35th E and N 45th…
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How is COVID-19 impacting Eastern Idaho’s economy?
“Each county in Idaho when you compare the economies of each county they’re very different from each other.…
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Idaho State Police cracking down on drunk driving
Liquor stores are one of the few beneficiaries of the pandemic, but we may be paying a big price for rising alcohol…
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Police seize 2 pounds of meth in suspicious USPS package
Idaho Falls Police responded to a residence in Idaho Falls for a report of a suspicious package on May 15.…
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COVID-19 triggers decrease in people getting vaccinations, CDC says
A vaccine tracking system for the Center for Disease Control is indicating a decline in pediatric vaccinations since a week after the national…
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What the Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade’s annual Memorial Day performance means
The timeless tradition of bagpipers at memorials can’t be stopped by a pandemic.…
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High school seniors surprise principal
The Idaho Falls High School presidency put together a very special surprise for their…
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Flying Goose tries to take flight
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Shilo Inn picked up a new guest as the Flying Goose Grill and Lounge checked in. The Grill and Lounge was open…
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New memorial is in the works for the hundreds of veterans buried in the Teton-Newdale Cemetery
“There’s just a tremendous amount of veterans out here and we just said, it’s time to honor our…
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East Idaho honors heroes during Memorial Day weekend
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This weekend East Idaho will be honoring heroes, but because of the Pandemic, things will be different. In Idaho…
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Plasma centers in Rexburg are working to create a medicine for COVID-19
This is different than a preventative measure like a vaccine. Hakes says the medicine will be used to actually treat the disease while we wait for a…
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Idaho Falls Parks and Rec challenges the community
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With kids not in school and people working at home, the Idaho Falls Parks & Rec Department has stepped up. “It’s…
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Don’t get scammed by buying inaccurate COVID-19 tests
The BBB says with new studies showing that up to 50 percent of people with the virus don’t show any symptoms, a lot of people are curious to get…
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