D-91 budget negotiations recap
With a new school year upon us, D-91 and the teachers union are expected to resume their negotiations and try to come to a new…
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With a new school year upon us, D-91 and the teachers union are expected to resume their negotiations and try to come to a new…
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The Wall of Warmth, a community project dedicated to providing winter clothing for Idahoans, is returning for its eighth and final year under founder…
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Come celebrate a major milestone with a beloved Idaho Falls family-owned business! Reed’s Dairy is honoring Alan Reed on his 70th birthday by serving…
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It’s a warning for all of us on social media. An eastern Idaho rancher says scammers stole his identity — and it cost his friends and…
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People who ordered meals at the Culver’s restaurant in Idaho Falls not only had a chance to eat, but also did a little good by doing so. The…
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The Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC) is moving forward with a revised parking improvement plan following extensive feedback from…
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A 49-year-old Madison County man has died following a fatal motorcycle crash on 160th E. near Old Ririe Highway. The rider, identified as Jeremy Paul…
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Bonneville School District 93 celebrated the opening of its new Transportation…
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Teachers lined the sidewalks outside of the Idaho Falls school district office this afternoon to bring attention to the ongoing negotiations over…
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a rash of recent thefts reportedly targeting storage units, vehicles, and small…
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“Brandi has left an indelible mark not just at the Idaho Falls Arts Council, but within the arts and entertainment scene in Idaho Falls,” said…
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“They will look forward to the ducks. This is like their favorite project for the…
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“The Budget Book offers a clear and comprehensive look at how property taxes, fees and other revenues are invested to support essential services,…
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Thousands of rubber duckies were poured into the Snake River. The crowds cheered and the kids screamed with…
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Downtown Idaho Falls Development leadership got an earful today, August 7, over a plan to start charging for parking. About 30 merchants from the…
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A wildfire west of Idaho Falls, known as the Lava Trail Fire, has been successfully contained after burning over 90 acres. The blaze started on…
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The Idaho Transportation Department is partnering with the Idaho National Laboratory to alert motorists of changes to their commute beginning next…
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A 27-year-old Idaho Falls man is dead following a late-night crash that may have involved street racing. The incident occurred last night, August 5,…
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Eastern Idaho Public Health has reported a case of measles in an adolescent in Eastern Idaho. The adolescent was an international traveler who was…
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) — In a surprising turn of events, the Idaho Falls Education Association (IFEA) voted against ratifying a proposed salary and…
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Idaho State University (ISU) and the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) are making it easier for students to continue their education in the Gem State.…
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On your mark, get set, go! The Great Snake River Triathlon is set to race into Idaho Falls’ Snake River Landing Saturday, August 16,…
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“Mike’s service to the city has been nothing short of exceptional,” said Mayor Rebecca Casper. “His thoughtful counsel and steadfast…
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IFDDC hopes the new system will “improve parking availability and turnover for customers.” The funds the parking system makes will be used for…
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Five adults were removed from the home and detained while deputies searched the property. Deputies found small amounts of fentanyl and meth, along…
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Several vendors provided goods for sale ranging from food, custom made boxes, spices, and personalized…
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“Being in a place like this, I won’t have to fall behind anymore. I can just jump in my wheelchair and still accomplish…
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday night, August 5th. National Night Out is an…
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There is a tentative contract agreement in the works for teachers in the Idaho Falls School District 91. School district officials, along with the…
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“For more than 30 years, Carrie has helped shape Idaho Falls into the vibrant, compassionate and creative community we know and love today,”…
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On May 17, 2025, the Idaho State Historical Society, in partnership with the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, is proud to recognize the…
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A flight from the Salt Lake City International Airport heading overseas left passengers fearing for their lives last night, July 30. The Delta…
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“EIRMC North Idaho Falls ER will provide high-quality emergency care for members of our community and region. We believe it will be a more…
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“They’re blown away that a guy in a wheelchair is out there doing that. And I just like to show people that no matter what happens, you can still go…
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“This new building is part of our ongoing commitment to provide high-quality care close to home for people across the Snake River Valley,” said…
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Starting next week, the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) will begin important utility upgrades designed to support future growth. The work is set…
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There was a lot of horsin’ around going on Wednesday morning as cowboys and cowgirls from Champs Heart took to the arena at Sandy Downs for the…
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College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is proud to announce the launch of a new Associate of Arts (AA) in Education degree program beginning fall 2025. The…
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The City of Ammon is inviting you to a weekend of high-flying fun as the annual Ammon Days celebration returns to McCowin Park from August 1st to…
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Traffic will be affected as the Idaho Transportation Department and contractor partners conduct inlaid striping operations on State Highway 33, U.S.…
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In an official announcement today (Monday, July 28, 2025), the Idaho Fish and Game has granted $100,000 total to various conservation and…
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The Idaho Falls Fire Department was able to quickly put out a structure fire behind the U-Haul on Northgate Mile (Yellowstone Highway) on Monday…
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This method is meant to let the Education Association decide how the money will be…
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“We can ensure the highest quality standards from the ranch to the consumer’s table. This acquisition of Intermountain Packing not only enhances our…
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The Education Association’s negotiator, Jake Snarr, says they are not happy with how the budget was presented to them this…
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People are celebrating creativity and artistic excellence this…
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The Mountain View Event Center in Pocatello played host to two nation-traveling circus shows this…
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The events follow the model of Coffee with a Cup, a national initiative meant to help build better communication and trust between police and the…
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Two 18-year-old men were taken to the hospital following an accident on I-15 Monday night south of Idaho Falls.…
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“I like to tell myself as a storyteller…as a sports broadcaster, we tell the stories of the coaches, the players and the games. I continued that…
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Participants had to make a product or service, develop their brand, and open for business for the…
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A local organization is worried that victims of sex crimes are not reporting the…
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is issuing a warning to all water enthusiasts, urging them to “be safe on the water.” In a recent press…
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Southeast Idaho’s Desert Eagles RC Club is inviting you to a unique fundraiser this Saturday, July 19th, where you can aim a paintball gun at their…
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Get ready for a day of excitement, delicious food, and incredible local talent! The first-ever Summer Celebration at the Falls Event is happening…
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Idaho Falls Police made a massive drug seizure Friday, after a traffic stop led to the arrest of two Montana residents found with approximately 25…
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for two runaway juveniles, Alyjah Malacara and Alayla Ellsworth. Miss Malacara and Miss Ellsworth did…
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VAST Apparel in Idaho Falls has raised $1,000 to support the injured firefighters in last month’s Coeur d’Alene…
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The Fall River Electric Cooperative is reporting a power outage impacting customers residing east of Ashton. While the exact cause is currently…
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On Friday, July 18 at 10 a.m., the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Foundation will unleash 17 teams into the wilds of Snake River Landing for one of…
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Two men were safely rescued this afternoon after their boat overturned on the Snake River, just below the falls near downtown Idaho Falls. Bonneville…
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Barbara Turner, the co-founder/director of the Snake River Montessori School and the second passenger involved in the fatal rollover crash on June…
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A 12-year-old Idaho Falls girl was safely located in Colorado Sunday evening, a day after police say she left home with two adult men Saturday night.…
Continue ReadingBeginning Monday, July 21, the 1st Street Bridge in Ammon will be closed as crews complete construction of the bridge. The bridge will be closed for…
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The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has been tapped for a crucial role: it will now serve as the chief digital officer for a new national initiative…
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Everyone came together to enjoy the cars and each other’s company. They also had an open mic so people could share their experiences related to…
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UPDATE 6:44 p.m. Tatiana Fuentes has been located in Colorado and is safe, according to the Idaho Falls Police Department.
The suspects are in…
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Visitors got to draw on the sidewalks, learn techniques, and see professional artists make colorful…
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The Idaho Transportation Department is reporting a crash on US-20 near 105th N. in Idaho Falls. The left lane is currently blocked, according to…
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Attention Idaho Falls Power customers living in the Sunnybrook area. Idaho Falls Power is scheduled to begin significant upgrades to the electrical…
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The Idaho Falls Zoo proudly welcomed two new lions, Kenya and Dixie, who made their official debut in the lion exhibit this week. The brother and…
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Beginning Sunday, July 13, Union Pacific Railroad will close Sunnyside Road at the railroad tracks east of the intersection with Yellowstone Highway…
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July 10, 2025, marks 10 years since 2-year-old Deorr Kunz Jr. disappeared from Timber Creek campground in Lemhi County. In the years since…
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“We cannot wait for our 7th year of Camp Hayden,” said Amy Smith, Board President of Camp Hayden. “Every year, we’re able to serve more families at…
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Studies show hearing loss is on the rise for Millennials and Gen Z. 10% of Millennials and 17% of Gen Z have been found to have hearing loss. The…
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Local first responders and law enforcement are hitting one out of the park for charity. On Friday, July 25, deputies from the Bonneville County…
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A 44-year-old Bonneville County man, Gregory Alan Davis, is now in custody following a violent incident where he allegedly drunkenly assaulted a man…
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The Idaho Falls community is mourning the loss of Bruce Turner, a prominent 72-year-old resident who passed away unexpectedly as a result of a car…
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June is men’s mental health month, and in that month, Local News 8 has seen many reports of suicide in the Eastern Idaho area, mostly by…
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“We are excited to offer a police academy for the first time here at CEI,” said Trevor Elordi, Vice President of Workforce Training & Operations.…
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Local businesses across Southeast Idaho are stepping up to offer support to the victims of the devastating Texas floods. These tragic events claimed…
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You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! This Saturday, July 12, the Idaho Falls Scoop Jam returns to the Snake River Greenbelt. The…
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Idaho Power is alerting customers to a recent increase in scams, with imposters contacting individuals by phone and going door-to-door, falsely…
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July 4, 2025, at 2:42 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the Fred Meyer parking lot at 2250 N Yellowstone Highway after a person called…
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Watch the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration Fireworks…
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WASHINGTON D.C. (KIFI) – They’ve practiced in parking lots, performed in gymnasiums, and spent months fundraising. Now, they’ll be coming home…
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The family and friends of Jaiden James Snyder, the man who tragically took his own life in Tuesday’s police incident along Curlew Drive, are hosting…
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The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Parade kicks off at 9 AM, marking the 249th birthday of the United States of America. The…
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The city of Idaho Falls has agreed to support the community food basket in the 4th of July parade again this…
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Every year on the Fourth of July, the number one 9-1-1 calls are about fireworks complaints. This is a real issue for the officers in…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are mobilizing through the holiday weekend to intercept intoxicated motorists. Partnering with the Office of…
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Idaho Falls Firefighters are raising funds to support the families of the North Idaho firefighters gunned down while responding to a brush fire on…
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Idaho Cleanup Project (ICP) crews recently completed a significant achievement by successfully transferring 40 spent nuclear fuel baskets into…
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AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) — Falls Water customers in Ammon and Iona are boiling mad over a proposed rate increase that could see their bills jump by…
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The Snake River Animal Shelter is asking people to be cuddle buddies for furry friends in need this 4th of July. If people are already planning to…
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is hiring new police officers and a testing date just a few weeks out.
“Being a police officer gives you an…
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Bruce Turner, 72, a well-known Idaho Falls resident and former president of the Idaho Falls Rotary Club, died Sunday following a single-vehicle…
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The Snake River Animal Shelter is helping pet owners prepare for increased pet stress during Fourth of July celebrations with simple tips and safety…
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to find a missing developmentally disabled man who walked away from a residential…
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Sullivan has worked as a firefighter for over 20 years. He says the assaults on firefighters often happen because the attackers are not in a stable…
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