ISP, Broulims and local partners deliver 600 Christmas meals
This holiday season the Idaho State Police, Broulims, and their partners delivered 600 meals to schools in south east…
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Blackfoot sixth-graders raised thousands of dollars for local food bank
Students from Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade School donated 250 turkeys and $17,000 to the Blackfoot Community Pantry on Wednesday…
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City of Idaho Falls weighs in on Intermountain Packings’ unpleasant aroma
The Intermountain Packing (IMP) in Idaho Falls is responding to public criticism of a pungent smell some neighbors say is being spread from the…
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Controversial Facebook group settles lawsuit with father of missing child
The leaders of a controversial facebook group called  “Justice for Deorr”  has settled a libel lawsuit with the father of the missing…
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United Way received large donations for community non-profit support this year
United Way of Southeastern Idaho has received around $715,000 so far this year from corporate and community donors, on track to meet last year’s…
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Traffic diverted off US 20 due to accident
Madison County authorities are investigating a fiery crash on US 20 just south of the Thornton exit. Westbound traffic is being diverted off US 20.…
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Police find “suspicious device” in car
Police in Twin Falls had to call in the bomb squad when they found a suspicious device in a car on Sunday.…
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ITD names 12 snowplows with help from students and employees
The Idaho Transportation Department has selected 12 winners from its first annual Name a Snowplow…
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Chubbuck Road re-opens to Highland area
The long-awaited reopening of Chubbuck Road has come and traffic is once again flowing from Chubbuck to the Highland…
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Salvation Army prepares to give toys to children in need
“We have seen a greater need among families. Any kind of an extra like toys a family feast at Christmas is just almost out of the question for many…
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“I totally understand the outrage.” Mayor joins citizens’ frustration over inmate’s escape
St. Anthony Mayor Donald Powell joins with city citizens’ frustrated over Keven Kuintzle’s…
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Behavioral Health Crisis Center celebrates 10th anniversary
The Behavioral Health Crisis Center of Eastern Idaho celebrated 10 years of service Friday…
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Make-A-Wish runs hopeful hotline with help from wish kids
Make-A-Wish is bringing back its Holiday Wish Line—a hotline people can call to hear pre-recorded messages from six wish…
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Court rules Bingham GOP leadership invalid, Bingham County GOP withdraws appeal
After a year-long conflict between Republican party leadership in Bingham County and the state GOP, District Judge Darren Simpson ruled that Bingham…
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IDOC admits mistakes leading to escape of accused killer Kevin Kuintzle
Idaho Department of Corrections spokesperson said “The systems designed to prevent Kevin Kuintzle, from being placed at a non-secure…
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Pocatello family’s Christmas decorations returned after being stolen by Grinch-like thief
The Hofeldt family in Chubbuck, along with several neighbors, were struck by a thief who stole multiple Christmas yard decorations last…
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100,000 meals served at Blackfoot’s Community Dinner Table
A local soup kitchen is crossing a major milestone. After 17 years, the Community Dinner Table (CDT) in Blackfoot has served 100,000 meals to people…
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Idaho State University Physics Department receives large anonymous donation
An anonymous donor pledged $100,000 for physics students at Idaho State…
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Live animals star in local Nativity performance
People came to the Coltman area Monday night to watch a live outdoor nativity scene.…
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Sheriff: Missing Bonneville County man found in backcountry
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said Matthew Godfrey was found stranded in the backcountry area of Bonneville County. He was taken to the…
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Simplot celebrates 80th anniversary of Pocatello plant with event and donation
Simplot celebrated the 80th anniversary of the opening of their Pocatello Don Plant with an event on…
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Deadline approaching to enroll for Your Health Idaho
Idahoans have an extra day to enroll this year! This year, Your Health Idaho extended the enrollment deadline to midnight MST Monday, December 16, to…
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Federal judge blocks Biden healthcare rule for DACA immigrants
A federal judge in North Dakota has blocked a rule from the Biden Administration to provide health insurance coverage to immigrant children brought…
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Federal court divided over Idaho’s abortion ban and emergency care fight
By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — The Biden administration’s challenge to Idaho’s strict abortion ban divided a federal appeals court that…
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Shanta Sanchez named new coroner for Bonneville County
Shante Sanchez will be sworn in as Bonneville County Coroner on December 30th, replacing Rick Taylor.…
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Drive-by shooting in American Falls neighborhood
American Falls police are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened at 6 a.m. Sunday morning on the 200 block of McKinley…
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Former lawmaker asks why a murder suspect was at a minimum secure facility
In response to a murder suspect’s escape, a former state lawmaker along with others are asking, ‘Why was Kuintzle allowed to be transferred to the…
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Local food basket in need to help others in need
In 2017, the Food Basket served about 2,000 families. In 2023, they served about 16,000 families. That need quadrupled in only a few…
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Neighbors quickly put out fire in Rexburg apartment
A group of neighbors in Rexburg put out a possible heater fire that threatened a woman’s…
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Luigi Mangione, suspect in health care CEO’s killing, charged with murder
CNN By Ashley R. Williams, Gloria Pazmino, Mark Morales, Brynn Gingras, John Miller, Dakin Andone, Zoe Sottile and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — New…
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Have you seen this package thief? Rexburg Police need your help
Rexburg Police: “There’s a package thief on the loose! We don’t like package thieves. You don’t like package thieves. No one likes package…
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ICCU makes kick-off donation to affordable housing fundraiser
Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) donated $10,000 to Neighborworks Pocatello to jump start their annual fundraiser for the Avenues for Hope Housing…
Continue Reading Manhunt ends, Kevin Kuintzle in police custody
The Fremont County Sheriff’s office is looking for an inmate who walked away from the St. Anthony Work Camp.…
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‘Kid to Kid’ opens in Idaho Falls
The ‘Kid to Kid’ store is having its grand opening at 2135 E 17th…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell allowed to represent herself in Arizona trials
An Arizona Judge says Lori Vallow-Daybell can represent herself during her upcoming trials.…
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Bannock County set to break ground on new fairground building in Downey
DOWNEY, Idaho (KIFI)– A groundbreaking ceremony will be held for the new Bannock County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall on Friday, December 6. The new…
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Bonneville County Library awarded Rural Community Grant
AgWest Farm Credit normally provides funds and grants to farmers but today they awarded the Bonneville County Library with a Rural Community…
Continue Reading Doctors say Lori Vallow Daybell is mentally competent for trial in Arizona
PHOENIX (KIFI) – Doctors said Lori Vallow-Daybell is deemed mentally competent to stand trial in her Arizona murder case. During a Rule 11 hearing on…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter ‘overwhelmed’ with stray and surrendered dogs
In a recent Facebook post, the Pocatello Animal Shelter said it is ‘dangerously full’ of…
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Christmas Box Angel Candlelight vigil to honor lives of children lost
December 6th marks the 21st year of the ‘Christmas Box Angel Candlelight Vigil’ in Idaho…
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Intoxicated man threatens to kill family with a knife
A Bonneville County man allegedly threatened to kill his family Tuesday nigh with a knife.…
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Community comes together to build Salmon’s new elementary school
The Salmon School District held a groundbreaking for a new elementary school yesterday. This comes after a $20-million bond for the school passed in…
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Idaho party leaders respond to pardon for Hunter Biden
Leaders of Idaho’s Democratic and Republican parties are responding to President Biden’s recent pardon of his son,…
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Bonneville Library offers lesson plans for homeschoolers
There’s an online tool to read children’s books, watch educational videos, and get themed lesson plans for…
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Scams against the elderly on the rise. What you need to be aware of
“We see people come in (who have been scammed) and we talk to people almost on a daily basis and multiple times a day,” Westmark Credit Union…
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BYU-Idaho sign graffiti cleaned up, Rexburg Police investigate
An unknown vandal defaced a sign adjacent to the Jacob Spori building on the BYU-Idaho campus…
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Planning is underway to improve I-15 South Blackfoot Interchange
The Idaho Transportation Department has begun the planning process to improve the South Blackfoot Interchange at Exit…
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Plane lands on I-15 in Utah, causes multi-vehicle crash
A student pilot and flight instructor were able to safely land their small plane on the northbound lanes of Interstate 15 after it suffered from…
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Ammon’s Holiday Lightapalooza goes stationary
A big change is coming for this year’s Holiday Lightapalooza in Ammon. Instead of the traditional parade of lights, the floats will be stationary at…
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Idaho’s ‘abortion trafficking’ law mostly can be enforced as lawsuit proceeds, court rules
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A federal appeals court on Monday ruled that most of Idaho’s first-in-the-nation law that makes it illegal to help minors…
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Former Rexburg Police Chief passes away
The Rexburg Police Department and others are mourning the loss of former Police Chief Lynn…
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Demolition begins on Rigby Rodeo Grounds grandstand
The rodeo grandstand is being demolished in Rigby. It is part of an overall project to improve the Rigby Rodeo…
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Bonneville Sheriff deputies searched neighborhood Friday night for wanted man
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Chad D. Finlayson, 28, who is wanted on probation…
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Idaho Governor Brad Little sends state police troopers to Texas for border security mission
Governor Brad Little will send another team of Idaho State Police troopers to Texas for Idaho’s fourth border…
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Car lands on house roof in Nampa
“I was on my way to church when I get this call from my wife. She said you need to get home. There’s a car on our roof.”…
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Inmate who walked away from his job is back in custody
The Idaho Department of Corrections located the man who left his job in Idaho Falls on…
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YMCA Christmas tree lot now open
The Idaho Falls YMCA Christmas tree lot is now open and all proceeds go towards their scholarship…
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Buy big by shopping small on Small Businesses Saturday
Shoppers are finding great deals for Black Friday, but those deals can be found the following day for Small…
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Island Park to kick off Festival of Trees
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – The Mountain Life Charitable Foundation is hosting the annual Festival of Trees at Sawtelle Mountain Resort. On Friday…
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Turkey Trot returns to Rigby Lake to help collect food for those in need
Around 200 people showed up to the newly-returned Rigby Lake (aka Jefferson County Lake) Turkey Trot 5k race Thanksgiving…
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Early morning fire quickly extinguished in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire early Thanksgiving morning on the 700 block of Reed…
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Area ski resorts ready for Thanksgiving weekend
Check out which ski resorts will be open this holiday…
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Idaho Supreme Court dismisses death row inmate’s appeal
The Idaho Supreme Court has sided with a district court decision to dismiss an appeal for Thomas Creech.…
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State senator, watchdog groups allege Bannock County misused state money
A Twin Falls senator, along with two watchdog groups, alleges Bannock County misappropriated funds to be used for a Forensic Pathology…
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Idaho’s Senators introduce bill to define male and female
Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, along with two other Republican senators, are introducing the Defining Male and Female Act of…
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Local airport reminds flyers about their newest program ahead of busy travel season
Ahead of busy travel season, the Idaho Falls Regional Airport wants to remind flyers about the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, which lets…
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Sheriff: Case solved about mystery mobile home near Inkom
Bannock County Sheriff’s Office says the mystery mobile home case is now…
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Tik Tok goes the countdown – Idaho viral dog-sled tour responds to potential TikTok ban
An Idaho company could feel the pinch over a proposed ban of…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter collecting pet food for the holidays
Pocatello Animal Services is collecting donations for their annual ‘Holiday Pet Food Drive’ until the end of the…
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Will Utah State or Boise State forfeit vs. San Jose State in the Mountain West semifinals?
AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — A team that previously boycotted at least one match against the San Jose State women’s volleyball program…
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WYDOT schedules Teton Pass closure for early Wednesday morning
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Teton Pass for Wednesday, November 27 at 3:00 AM for avalanche infrastructure…
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Judge tells Kohberger’s defense to fix court filing
The judge overseeing the murder case against Bryan Kohberger is responding to the defense’s request for what is called a “Frank’s hearing” to try and…
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Power restored for hundreds of customers in Idaho Falls
Downed power lines have caused an outage for around 200 to 500 Idaho Falls Power customers.…
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Boil advisory issued for Arco residents
The city of Arco is under a boil advisory on Monday due to a loss of water pressure overnight.  The city said crews are working to fix the…
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Salvation Army kicks off bell ringing in Blackfoot
The Salvation Army and Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SEICAA) are kicking off the annual Red Kettle bell ringing campaign at local…
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Pocatello purchases Western Recycling Center to continue city’s recycling efforts
The city of Pocatello announced Monday that it recently purchased the Western Recycling Center at 3034 Garrett…
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State officials celebrate new water agreement, but some farmers are concerned it won’t last
Idaho farmers reached a water deal that could prevent a future curtailment of Idaho…
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Pocatello robbery suspect caught in Idaho Falls following pursuit
After the trooper contacted the driver and discovered he had an outstanding warrant, the driver of the 2006 Mazda 5 drove away and fled the scene. A…
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Damaged road surface forces drivers to detour on I-15
Southbound travelers on Interstate 15 are being detoured around the Stoddard Creek Bridge at Exit 184, which has been closed due to a damaged and…
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Teen arrested for leaving baby inside Safe Haven Box
An 18-year-old girl has been arrested for not reporting the death of an infant placed inside a Safe Haven Box in Blackfoot.…
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Barrie’s Ski and Sports to host Cranksgiving event Saturday
Barrie’s Ski and Sports is hosting their 16th annual Cranksgiving event on Saturday, November…
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Diane Bilyeu receives AARP award for community service
AARP Idaho awarded Diane Bilyeu with the Andrus Award for Community Service for her lifetime of service work on…
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Man to serve 360 days in jail for causing deadly I-15 accident
A man charged with causing a deadly accident on Interstate 15 was sentenced to serve time in jail.…
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School bus, pickup collide in Idaho Falls intersection
A school bus and a pickup collided at the intersection of Sunnyside and Boulevard in Idaho Falls Thursday afternoon. A third car was also involved.…
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Preparing your “sleigh” for the holiday
Folks are getting ready to visit friends and family for the coming holiday break. We are told now is a good time to start planning your…
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Situation with man barricaded inside camper on US 20 has been resolved
The Butte County Sheriff’s Office is currently managing a law enforcement situation involving a barricaded male subject inside a camper in Butte…
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Residents seek legal counsel after Idaho Falls Police kick-in door
An Idaho Falls family questioned police protocol after officers forced their way into their home to arrest a man who was just there…
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Judge says Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted
An Ada County judge ruled Thursday that suspected murder suspect Bryan Kohberger can face the death penalty if…
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43 ducks found shot and left to waste on Pine Creek Pass
Idaho Fish and Game is investigating why 43 ducks were shot and left to waste on Pine Creek…
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Idaho State University Festival of Trees begins Thursday
Idaho State University is hosting the annual ‘Festival of Trees’ at the Stephens Performing Arts Center starting Thursday, November…
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Idaho Lottery awards Chubbuck Elementary School with new books
Ellis Elementary School received $3,000 and a box of brand new books from the Idaho Lottery Commission and the Idaho Commission for Libraries as part…
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3 Idaho men charged with Possession of Child Sexual Exploitation Material
Three Idaho men were arrested this week for possessing child sexual exploitation material. According to the Idaho Attorney General’s office, the men…
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Accident on Yellowstone Highway sends 2 to the hospital
Two people were injured in an accident at the intersection of Yellowstone Highway and Iona Road.…
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Idaho Falls to hold UTV Holiday Light Parade along Riverwalk
The second annual UTV Holiday Light Parade is set to light up the Idaho Falls Riverwalk on Friday, December 20, starting at 6:00…
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Allegiant adds new destination from Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Allegiant is adding more routes to its network of flights, including one between Idaho Falls and Denver. According to a…
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Portneuf Cancer Center unveils new piece of cancer-fighting technology
Portneuf Cancer Center held a ribbon-cutting event on Thursday for a new linear accelerator used in radiation therapy…
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SCAM ALERT: Beware of check delivered through the mail
Jay Dye received a letter in the mail. In the letter was a check for $3,500 and some unique…
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Tips for winter driving from the Idaho Transportation Department
With snow on the way in Eastern Idaho, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is reminding drivers of key tips to keep safe on the roads this…
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How Zoo Idaho prepares for the winter
Unlike other zoos, Zoo Idaho’s native species need little preparation for the harsh cold of Idaho’s…
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Rigby man killed in tractor accident
A Rigby man was killed in a farming accident west of Ririe Friday afternoon.…
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