262 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Friday, 10 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 262 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on…
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BSU, UI and WSU confront student parties during pandemic
Boise State University has suspended three fraternities for reportedly having large gatherings that officials fear could contribute to the spread of…
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200 US Army soldiers deployed to help fight wildfires
Officials with the National Interagency Fire Center say about 200 active duty U.S. Army soldiers are being mobilized to help fight wildfires across…
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2020 big game hunting outlook
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reports deer and elk hunters should see plenty of game in Idaho during fall hunts as mild winters have helped…
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Chesbro offers free music lessons to kids
Due to the pandemic, kids going back to school will not be able to participate in band or orchestra in some school…
Continue Reading 342 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Thursday, 6 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 342 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on…
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54 new COVID-19 cases in Southeastern Idaho, another death confirmed in Bingham County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 54 new confirmed cases of…
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Don’t be fooled by census worker imposters
Many residents of Eastern Idaho may hear a knock at their door or receive some other type of communication from the U.S. Census Bureau within the…
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Extra patrols look for impaired drivers
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is participating with law enforcement around the state in mobilizing extra patrols looking for impaired…
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Idaho weighs whether to adopt new CDC testing guidelines
Idaho’s public health officials are trying to decide whether they’ll officially adopt new CDC guidelines that no longer recommend coronavirus testing…
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Cottonwood Elementary opens in Rigby
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A new elementary school in Jefferson Joint School District is ready for students this fall in Rigby. Cottonwood Elementary…
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Idaho ranks one of the worst states for women’s equality
Idaho is ranked the 49th state when it comes to women equality throughout the nation. According to data gathered by WalletHub, the gem state only…
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Idaho State Board of Education approves temporary change to attendance rule
The Idaho State Board of Education approved a proposed and temporary rule change for how Average Daily Attendance (ADA) is reported by Idaho public…
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Inkom awarded $500,000 grant to construct sidewalks in town, ITD plans to update bridges
INKOM, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – There are some big plans for Inkom’s infrastructure in the near future. Recently, the town was awarded the Transportation…
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Local health officials reported 88 new COVID-19 cases in the area…
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Idaho officials reported 305 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on…
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Idaho nonprofits seek statewide mask mandate
The Idaho Nonprofit Center is collecting signatures on a letter calling on Governor Brad Little to enact a statewide mask mandate. The group will…
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Idaho ranked fourth nationally for critical access hospitals
Over the past year, Idaho ranked fourth…
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Bundy arrested at Idaho Statehouse for second time in 2 days
Anti-government activist Ammon Bundy was arrested Wednesday for the second time in two days at the Idaho…
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Air Pollution Forecast and Caution continues for Southeast Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has extended an Air Pollution Forecast and Caution again for Wednesday.…
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Idaho lawmakers resume special session to deal with virus
Idaho lawmakers meeting in a special session resumed work Wednesday on bills dealing with the coronavirus pandemic following two chaotic days…
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UPDATE: Anti-government activist Bundy out of jail after arrest at Idaho Statehouse
Authorities on Tuesday arrested anti-government activist Ammon Bundy at the Idaho Statehouse after he refused to leave a meeting room where a few…
Continue Reading 405 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Tuesday, 12 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 405 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths on…
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Idaho lawmakers abandon meeting amid unruly spectators
One person was taken into custody Tuesday and lawmakers abandoned the room after spectators at a House committee meeting at the Idaho Statehouse…
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Local health officials reported 53 new cases on…
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Community Youth in Action is looking for a new homebase
The Community Youth in Action also known as CYA is looking for a new…
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Idaho lawmakers start second day of special session on virus
Idaho lawmakers on Tuesday started the second day of a special session called by Republican Gov. Brad Little to deal with the coronavirus…
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Kanye West qualifies for Idaho presidential ballot
Rapper Kanye West has qualified to appear on Idaho’s presidential ballot this November as an independent candidate, the Idaho Secretary of State’s…
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Idaho’s rate of positive COVID-19 cases are dropping, but not enough, health officials say
It appears social distancing measures and mask mandates could be reducing Idaho’s rate of Covid-19…
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Mountain lion kills pastured horse in southern Idaho
Wildlife officials in Idaho have said a mountain lion attacked and killed a horse this weekend while it was…
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Are you ready for fall hunting?
Hunting seasons are upon us in Idaho with opening day for general archery season starting on Aug. 30.…
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DEQ extends Air Pollution Forecast and Caution
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) reports air quality has improved overnight and is expected to be in the moderate category…
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Idaho officials reported 217 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Local health officials reported 61 new COVID-19 cases in the area…
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Spectators shatter glass door to get into lawmakers’ session
Angry spectators who couldn’t get into the Idaho House of Representatives for a special session to deal with the coronavirus pandemic Monday…
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Idaho lawmakers begin special session due to coronavirus
Idaho lawmakers started a special session Monday to deal with the coronavirus…
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D25 students return to school amid pandemic “went really well”
Students and teachers are back in the classroom after a long hiatus from the…
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Police: Boise man dies after being hit while crossing street
Boise police say a 38-year-old man was hit and killed while crossing a city street Sunday…
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DEQ extends Air Pollution Forecast and Caution
The Air Pollution Forecast and Caution continues for Southeast Idaho as smoke from regional wildfires continues to impact air…
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Fire in Yellowstone NP shuts down main road and several trails
(KIFI/KIDK) A lightning-ignited wildfire was reported on Saturday afternoon near Old Faithful. The National Park Service reports, the fire was…
Continue Reading 191 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Sunday, 1 new death
Idaho officials reported 191 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death on…
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Pandemic showing negative impact on mental health
Providers are expressing an increased rate of people seeking mental health services, including people who have never stepped foot in a therapeutic…
Continue Reading 293 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Saturday, 2 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 293 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths on…
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Memorial dedicated to Idaho lives lost to COVID-19
298 small white flags surround the American flag pole in Bruce Mason’s front yard in Driggs.…
Continue Reading 239 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Friday, 6 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 239 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on…
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Idaho restrictions remain; governor touts food banks
Idaho Gov. Brad Little said Friday he will keep the state in his fourth and final stage for reopening the economy for at least another two weeks as…
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Local health officials reported 85 new COVID-19 cases in the area…
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Idaho unemployment rate drops as 14,000 workers land jobs
About 14,000 people landed jobs or returned to work in July as Idaho’s unemployment rate dropped to 5%.…
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Local health officials reported 97 new COVID-19 cases on…
Continue Reading 424 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Thursday, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 424 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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What to know about mail-in voting in Idaho
Even with in-person voting as an option, people in Bannock County are planning…
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Bannock County Jail confirms 4 inmates test positive for COVID-19
In a press conference Thursday, Manu confirmed four inmates tested positive for COVID-19 this…
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Online predator threat increases during pandemic
Distance learning is meant to keep kids safe from COVID-19 but experts are reminding parents of the dangers lurking on the…
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Idahoans receiving jobless benefits, pandemic grants or bonuses could owe tax
Idahoans who received money from the state due to the COVID-19 pandemic could have an unexpected tax bill when they file their 2020 Idaho income tax…
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Idaho’s unemployment initial claims increase 12%
New initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits increased 12% for the week ending Aug.…
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Idaho American Idol auditions Thursday
Idaho contestants for American Idol can audition using…
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Idaho officials reported 370 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths on…
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Local health officials reported 57 new cases in the area on…
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School is back in session at Shelley High School
The Shelley School District began its school year on…
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Local library adjusts during pandemic
A good story can take us far away from the problems of the pandemic, without ever leaving…
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Special legislative session to address election, civil liability during the pandemic
Governor Brad Little issued a proclamation Wednesday outlining the issues to be considered by the Idaho Legislature during a special legislative…
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Canadian mining company sues US over Idaho water pollution
A Canadian company seeking U.S. approval for three open-pit gold mines in Idaho is suing the U.S. government contending U.S. officials are allowing…
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Environmental group sues Idaho prison over pollution claims
The Idaho Department of Correction is being sued in federal court by an environmental group that says a north-central Idaho prison is dumping…
Continue Reading 384 new Idaho COVID-19 cases Tuesday, 9 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 384 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths on…
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Local health officials reported 97 new COVID-19 cases in the area on…
Continue Reading Idaho lawmakers to consider COVID-19 liability bill
Some key decisions are in store as Idaho lawmakers gear up for a rare special session next week.…
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New businesses coming to Rexburg
From dog parks to ballparks to new businesses coming to town, Rexburg Mayor Jerry Merrill tells us there’s a lot in store for the community.…
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Local student wins national selection from Google
Woodland Hills Elementary student, Hailey Bateman, is the Idaho state winner for Doodle for Google…
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Minidoka National Historic Site fall hours
Starting Sept. 4, 2020, the Minidoka National Historic Site’s Visitor Center will be open for fall hours: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m.…
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TSD 401 board approves plan to reopen schools
The Teton School District 401 Board of Trustees approved the reopening plan presented by the district’s administrative team on…
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Gov. Little to hold town hall Tuesday
You can participate in an hour long statewide telephone town hall with Governor Brad Little and Idaho state epidemiologist Dr. Christine Hahn Tuesday…
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Judge stops Idaho from enacting ban on transgender athletes
A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction to stop Idaho from enacting a law banning transgender girls and women from participating in…
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More eviction hearings in Idaho after US moratorium ends
The number of eviction hearings held in Idaho has gone up since a federal eviction moratorium aimed at helping renters hit hard economically by the…
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Parents share an open letter of disapproval on D91’s decision to send students back to school
Teachers, parents and patrons are making their concerns on sending kids back to school publicly known by sharing an open letter they sent to the…
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‘Statewide snapshot’ of school reopening plans
The Idaho State Board of Education heard on Monday from public school superintendents from throughout Idaho and the presidents of all eight public…
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Idaho officials reported 282 new COVID-19 cases and four new deaths on…
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Local health officials reported 88 new COVID-19 cases in the area…
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Idaho to participate in President Trump’s new lost wages program
Governor Brad Little announced on Monday the State of Idaho will participate in the Trump Administration’s new conservative plan to offer extended…
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Students roar back to ISU for first day of in-person learning, masks on
For the first time since March 15, Idaho State University is bustling with students ready to learn, despite the…
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Sign up now for the free clinic in Rexburg this weekend
For the first time in the organization’s history, Remote Area Medical or RAM, is making its first stop in Idaho to the city of…
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Extra DUI patrols are out in force through Labor Day
Idaho State Police troopers want drivers to know that extra patrols are out in force now through Labor Day focused on finding DUI…
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Idaho school district to reopen despite health guidance
A school district in southwestern Idaho has announced plans to reopen its schools during the coronavirus pandemic despite recommendations against…
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EIRMC named a “50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital”
IBM Watson Health named Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center one of the “50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals” in the…
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Idaho sage grouse numbers flat, hunting could be restricted
Sage grouse numbers have remained mostly flat this year, according to data from the Idaho Department of Fish and…
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Weekend Idaho COVID-19 update
Idaho officials reported a total confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases reported since March to 27,660 and 269 deaths over the weekend.…
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Locals using art to improve mental health
Studies confirm creating art can reduce stress and anxiety levels in the…
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New CBD shop is supporting locals affected by COVID-19
A new business has opened up in Pocatello and is looking to bring coronavirus relief funds to community members.…
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Pandemic placing added stress on recovery community, leading to more relapses
The unprecedented challenges brought on by COVID-19 are exacerbating the opioid epidemic across the country. Idaho is seeing an increase in the…
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Idaho officials reported 538 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths on…
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Costco opens in Idaho Falls
Costco opened a new 180,000 square foot store on Friday in Idaho…
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Distance learning providers available to assist working parents through YMCA
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The YMCA is seeking to offer resources for working parents who cannot teach their children from home if school…
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Eastern Idaho Fair Food Tour visits Rexburg
The Eastern Idaho State Fair has had to adjust their plans many times due to the pandemic, but one thing that has continued is the…
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Pay It Forward: Steps To Joy
This public charity is licensed to provide social services with a bit of Bible study to aid in…
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Local health officials reported 116 new COVID-19 cases on…
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Wildland firefighter in Idaho tests positive for coronavirus
A wildland firefighter who was working with about 270 other people on a small fire in Idaho has tested positive for coronavirus, officials said…
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Inmate population testing positive for COVID-19
Bonneville County Sheriff Paul Wilde says an inmate showed symptoms of COVID-19 last week.…
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Giant Idaho forest project on hold again after court ruling
A giant Idaho forest project favored by some environmental groups but decried by others is on hold again following a federal court…
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302 citations written during extra focus on seat belt enforcement
Between July 25 and August 7, ISP troopers wrote 302 citations to motorists found not wearing a seat…
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How seniors can stay cool during summer heat
Summer heat can get to us all, but especially the seniors in our community.…
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Lottery returns $55,500,000 to Idaho public schools
The Idaho Lottery has announced a $55,500,000 dividend to the People of…
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