Idaho Falls

Heads up, Idaho Falls! Starting this month, laser tag is back at the Museum of Idaho on an extended basis.

In the past, laser tag at the museum has been limited to select Museum After Dark events. However, thanks to the support of the Idaho Environmental Coalition, MOI has expanded its laser tag program and plans to offer regular sessions for ages 12 and up between traveling exhibits.

It’s a new day, a new year, and a new you. That’s the mindset for a lot of people this time of year. When picking a New Year’s resolution, many choose to live a healthier lifestyle as their goal.

Due to increased holiday travel, the Long-Term Parking Lot at Idaho Falls Regional is now full and temporarily closed. Airport officials issued an alert via social media, sharing photos of the packed lot and notifying passengers that while the Economy Lot on International Way remains an option, its availability is also becoming limited.

The City of Idaho Falls Sanitation Division is helping residents wrap up the holiday season by offering convenient Christmas tree disposal options throughout the city through Jan. 31.

“The opening of Fire Station 6 represents a critical investment in the safety and well-being of our growing community,” said Interim Fire Chief Paul Radford. “As development continues to the north, this station ensures our residents receive the rapid, professional, life-saving services they expect and deserve. Station 6 strengthens our operational readiness, reduces response times, and reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting lives and property.”

Following Representative Wendy Horman’s resignation from the Idaho House of Representatives, Legislative District 32 leadership is taking steps to fill her seat for the remainder of the legislative term. This formal selection process, scheduled for January 6, 2026, follows Horman’s recent announcement that she is stepping down to join the federal government as the Director of the Office of Child Care within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

On Tuesday night, the Idaho Falls School District 91 released a statement regarding a potential concern about student safety. An individual on the sex offender registry reportedly made comments about observing children in their neighborhood An individual on the sex offender registry reportedly made comments about observing children in their neighborhood.

The area of concern is north of Broadway St. and south of Grandview Dr., between Skyline Dr. and Bellin Rd. The Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating the situation. District administration is sharing this information with parents and guardians, along with a few reminders about student safety.

With holiday travel in full swing, the Idaho State Police is urging drivers to secure their loads after a close call on Tuesday, Dec. 16.

This morning, ISP released photos on social media of an incident that took place in Idaho Falls. A large piece of wood fell from a moving vehicle and impaled the windshield of an SUV. The wood narrowly missed the two occupants inside.

Local farmers could be receiving a post-holiday bonus – as the Trump Administration rolls out a temporary $12-billion Farmer Bridge Payment program.

Traffic will be temporarily detoured Friday, Dec. 19, beginning around 6:30 p.m. through approximately 9:30 p.m., as the City of Idaho Falls welcomes the public to the UTV Holiday Light Parade and the Stones Kia Firework Show.

Heads up, Idaho Falls! The globally recognized Light the World Giving Machines have arrived in Idaho Falls, offering a unique opportunity to give back to the community this holiday season. The ‘reverse vending machines’ are officially launching today, Monday, December 15th, at noon at the Grand Teton Mall.

The Grand Opening event will be emceed by Local News 8’s First Alert Forecaster, Jeff Roper, and feature a live performance by singer Jay Osmond.

Southeast Idaho’s small but rapidly growing Jewish community ushered in the Festival of Lights across the region Sunday, marking the traditional first night of Hanukkah with public celebrations.

The clock is ticking! There’s only one week left to help local firefighters “Fill the Ambulance” with new, unwrapped toys for local children. The toy drive ends on Dec. 12th and the Idaho Falls Fire Department says they are still far from their goal.

Idaho Falls Power (IFP) is celebrating two major milestones and invites the community to join them.

Two dedicated law enforcement officers from the Idaho Falls area received awards from the Idaho Attorney General for their work protecting children from online exploitation. Detective Jared Mendenhall of the Idaho Falls Police Department and Detective Korey Payne of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office were honored for their outstanding work with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. (ICAC)

“Mr. Jones has already shown us what he can do as our interim city attorney. In a very short amount of time, he has demonstrated his ability to bring people together to build a team that will serve this city with excellence,” said Mayor Rebecca Casper. “His fresh perspective, exceptional legal training and willingness to master new areas of the law will be invaluable to Idaho Falls. He also brings something you can’t teach — an innate sense of good judgment. We are confident that Mr. Jones and the city’s legal team will continue to provide the well-reasoned, sound and thoughtful counsel our city requires.”