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Idaho Republican Party holds press conference

November 4, 2020 11:12 AM News Team

The Idaho Republican Party will be hosting a press conference on Wednesday beginning at 11:00 am MST.

Republican Jim Risch retains Idaho Senate seat

November 3, 2020 9:11 PM Associated Press

Idaho Republican Sen. Jim Risch has been reelected to Congress, defeating Democrat challenger Paulette Jordan.

Fulcher retains Idaho House seat

November 3, 2020 11:10 PM Associated Press

Republican U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher retained his seat in Congress.

Simpson retains Idaho House seat

November 3, 2020 10:46 PM Associated Press

Republican Mike Simpson wins reelection to U.S. House in Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District.

Madison County keeps voter poles busy

November 3, 2020 10:04 PM Ariel Schroeder

A bigger wave of voters than expected hit polling places in Madison County.

Record 1,179 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 15 new deaths

November 3, 2020 5:14 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported a record 1,179 new COVID-19 cases and 15 new deaths on Tuesday.

298 new COVID-19 cases in the area

November 3, 2020 3:49 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 298 new COVID-19 cases in the area Tuesday.

Idaho Site continues cleanup progress under 25-year-old landmark agreement

November 3, 2020 4:26 PM News Team

It’s been 25 years since the Department of Energy (DOE), the state of Idaho, and U.S. Navy signed a landmark agreement providing timelines for offsite transuranic waste shipments, the transfer of spent nuclear fuel from wet to dry storage, and the treatment and shipment of high-level radioactive wastes.

Secretary of State issues warning about suspicious election day calls

November 3, 2020 3:59 PM News Team

Secretary of State Lawerence Denney is alerting voters about suspicious robocalls warning voters to “stay home, stay safe” on election day.

Strong Families, Strong Students program deadline set for Friday

November 3, 2020 10:58 AM News Team

Due to the overwhelming response from Idaho families applying for Governor Brad Little’s Strong Families, Strong Students program, the Office of the State Board of Education set a deadline for applications to be submitted.

Structure fire in Madison County

November 3, 2020 4:46 AM News Team

Crews are still on the scene of a fire at Moody Creak Produce in Sugar City. Losses approximately $7 million.

757 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths

November 2, 2020 5:17 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 757 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths on Monday.

218 new COVID-19 cases in the area

November 2, 2020 3:45 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 218 new COVID-19 cases in the area Monday.

Fourth-graders meet IF Mayor to learn election process

November 2, 2020 5:33 PM Ariel Schroeder

Before Tuesday’s historic elections, there are still lessons to be learned about the political process.

Multi-million dollar public-private partnership approved at University of Idaho

November 2, 2020 5:23 PM News Team

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho State Board of Education approved a $225 million public-private partnership (P3) agreement between the University of Idaho and three companies who will lease, maintain and operate the U of I’s steam plant and utility system over the next 50 years. The U of I will invest the proceeds and

Bannock, Bonneville Counties early votes exceed half of 2016 total votes

November 2, 2020 5:42 PM Emma Iannacone

Early voting was encouraged by Idaho state officials all year, in order to keep Election Day polls from becoming super spreaders of the coronavirus.

Nearly 100,000 hatchery steelhead killed to stop virus

November 2, 2020 9:51 AM Associated Press

Nearly 100,000 juvenile steelhead at a southern Idaho hatchery have been killed to prevent a virus from spreading, Idaho Fish and Game officials say.

Fred Meyer announces new Black Friday plans

November 2, 2020 9:46 AM Chelsea Briar

Fred Meyer has announced plans for Black Friday events that will bring changes to holiday shopping.

480 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death

November 1, 2020 5:39 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 480 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death on Sunday.

798 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths

October 31, 2020 5:06 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 798 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths on Saturday.

192 new COVID-19 cases in Southeastern Idaho

October 31, 2020 4:20 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 192 new COVID-19 cases in the area Saturday.

Criminal offenders are still held accountable during the pandemic

October 31, 2020 6:15 PM Chelsea Briar

Some people may have an inaccurate perception of how COVID-19 is impacting our public safety in regard to holding capacities in our jail facilities during the age of social distancing.

CyberStart America encourages Idaho students to pursue cybersecurity education

October 31, 2020 11:52 AM Chelsea Briar

Governor Brad Little announced Friday the state’s participation in CyberStart America – an innovative, online cybersecurity competition sponsored by the National Cyber Scholarship Foundation and the SANS Institute and supported by the Idaho National Laboratory.

Caldwell man sentenced to prison on federal gun charges

October 31, 2020 11:37 AM Chelsea Briar

Frank Ocegueda-Munoz, 23, of Caldwell, was sentenced to 71 months in federal prison for two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced yesterday.

Idaho Falls firefighters fight Saturday morning apartment fire

October 31, 2020 8:42 AM News Team

Idaho Falls firefighters put out an apartment fire Saturday morning on Water Avenue.

1,064 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

October 30, 2020 5:37 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,064 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on Friday.

Idaho priest serving 25 years for child porn dies in prison

October 30, 2020 1:23 PM Associated Press

A Roman Catholic priest who possessed more than 2,500 images of what investigators called the most disturbing child pornography they had ever seen has died in prison.

292 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 30, 2020 4:17 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 292 new COVID-19 cases in the area Friday.

Former nuclear weapons workers celebrated with drive-thru event

October 30, 2020 10:04 AM Chelsea Briar

Former Idaho National Lab and Department of Energy workers are invited to attend the drive-through National Day of Remembrance Celebration hosted by Nuclear Care Partners.

Idaho DMV issues extension on expiring registrations and driver’s licenses

October 30, 2020 10:21 AM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department’s Division of Motor Vehicles is providing an extension on expiring vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses.

Hundreds of shelter dogs, cats flown across the Pacific

October 30, 2020 10:07 AM Associated Press

More than 600 dogs and cats flew across the Pacific Ocean from crowded Hawaii shelters to Washington state, Oregon, Idaho and Montana, where there’s more space for them to await adoption – a charity operation that organizers said is the largest pet rescue flight.

Ex-Idaho candidate appears in Colorado court in girl’s death

October 30, 2020 9:58 AM Associated Press

A former longshot Idaho gubernatorial candidate charged with kidnapping and murdering a 12-year-old Colorado girl who disappeared after a holiday concert over 30 years ago made his first court appearance in the state on Friday.

961 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths

October 29, 2020 5:18 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 961 new COVID-19 cases and 16 new deaths on Thursday.

198 new COVID-19 cases in the area, 4 new deaths

October 29, 2020 4:02 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 198 new COVID-19 cases and four new deaths in the area Thursday.

D93 schools to stay in Phase 2 next week

October 29, 2020 5:29 PM News Team

Bonneville School District 93 schools will stay in Phase 2 next week.

ISU opens distance learning classrooms at area high schools

October 29, 2020 11:44 AM News Team

Thanks to new distance learning classrooms, Blackfoot, Fort Hall, Malad and Rockland high school students can now take Idaho State University courses at their own high schools.

Police: Possible murder-suicide involves Idaho officer

October 29, 2020 11:18 AM Associated Press

Idaho State Police are investigating what they describe as a possible murder-suicide involving a central Idaho police officer and a coffee shop owner.

Idaho’s sockeye salmon run falters again; experts perplexed

October 29, 2020 11:16 AM Associated Press

A meager return of sockeye salmon to central Idaho this year despite high hopes and a new fish hatchery intended to help save the species from extinction has fisheries managers trying to figure out what went wrong.

Idaho to spend $4.7M more on computer network upgrades

October 29, 2020 9:52 AM Associated Press

Idaho will dedicate $4.7 million more in federal coronavirus aid funding to upgrade its computer networks and security.

862 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 14 new deaths

October 28, 2020 5:29 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 862 new COVID-19 cases and 14 new deaths on Wednesday.

IFFD share tips to avoid winter house fires

October 28, 2020 6:41 PM Ariel Schroeder

Now is the time to prepare our home from winter fires.

258 new COVID-19 cases, 8 deaths in the area

October 28, 2020 4:00 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 258 new COVID-19 cases in the area Wednesday.

Governor Little appoints Ron Davies to Fish and Game Commission

October 28, 2020 3:22 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little has appointed Ron Davies of Clayton as the Idaho Fish and Game Commission Salmon Region representative.

Lawsuit planned over hunting, fishing at US wildlife refuges

October 28, 2020 2:57 PM Associated Press

The Trump administration is violating the Endangered Species Act by expanding hunting and fishing by 3,600 square miles on the national wildlife refuge system and national fish hatchery system, an environmental group says.

$12 million bond for new Chubbuck library up for vote

October 28, 2020 11:02 AM Emma Iannacone

The Portneuf District Library has grown out of the original location and needs a new spot.

Idaho AG: County ban on political apparel at polls incorrect

October 28, 2020 11:32 AM Associated Press

It is legal to wear T-shirts or buttons supporting candidates or issues to the polls, as long there is no overt politicking done by that person, a new opinion from the Idaho attorney general’s office states.

Rendezvous Upper Elementary serves as pilot project for COVID-testing

October 28, 2020 9:58 AM Chelsea Briar

On October 19, Kristin Weston, principal of Rendezvous Upper Elementary School in Driggs, announced to her staff that they have the chance to participate in a pilot testing project in partnership with Teton Valley Health.

882 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths

October 27, 2020 5:13 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 882 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths on Tuesday.

279 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 27, 2020 4:05 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 279 new COVID-19 cases in the area Tuesday.

Focus on Breast Cancer Awareness Month overshadowed by pandemic

October 27, 2020 2:48 PM Ariel Schroeder

According to The Health Management Leadership, this year, more than ever, there is a need to focus on breast cancer.

Idaho men charged with conspiring to sell hard-to-trace guns

October 27, 2020 2:55 PM Associated Press

A former Marine and another Idaho man charged with participating in a money-making conspiracy to build hard-to-trace firearms and distribute them in North Carolina will be transferred to that state, a U.S. District Court judge said Tuesday.

Scouts collecting donations during Saturday's Scouting For Food Drive

Boy Scouts host Scouting for Food in eastern Idaho

October 26, 2020 9:50 PM Cole Sams

The troops hosted a Scouting for Food Drive on Saturday.

697 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths

October 26, 2020 5:24 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 697 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on Monday.

WATCH: Governor moves Idaho back to Stage 3

October 26, 2020 9:45 AM News Team

Idaho Governor Brad Little is moving the state back to Stage 3.

Fall Wave: Southeast, east Idaho’s Covid-19 cases on the rise

October 26, 2020 5:20 PM Emma Iannacone

Over the past two weeks, new cases have increased by 46.5%, with new statewide cases topping 1,000 on three different days.

3 probation officers honored for saving victim’s life

October 26, 2020 4:05 PM Ariel Schroeder

The Idaho Department of Corrections for Bonneville County is honoring 3 local heroes with a rare and prestigious known as The Silver Cross Award.

304 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 26, 2020 4:01 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 304 new COVID-19 cases in the area Monday.

Pocatello Mayor delivers flamingo to 5 year old

October 26, 2020 1:51 PM Curtis Jackson

A 5-year-old Pocatello girl was surprised to see the mayor show up at her house last Thursday.

650 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death

October 25, 2020 5:10 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 650 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death on Sunday.

Local baby recovering after a vicious dog attack

October 25, 2020 4:58 PM Linda Larsen

Anita AlQuattan is recovering in the Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City after being severely mauled by a dog, leaving her with severe injuries to the face and scalp.

“Stranger Things” event brings Halloween lights to life

October 25, 2020 11:00 AM Chelsea Briar

Owens Family Lights at 1385 Lowell Drive in Idaho Falls is offering “Music, Magic, and Illumination” this spooky season.

1,021 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths

October 24, 2020 5:58 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,021 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on Saturday.

318 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 24, 2020 5:01 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 318 new COVID-19 cases in the area Saturday.

1,073 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 9 new deaths

October 23, 2020 5:33 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 1,073 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths on Friday.

417 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 23, 2020 3:45 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 417 new COVID-19 cases in the area Friday.

Real Heroes Trunk or Treat moves to drive-through format

October 23, 2020 11:43 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office have implemented several changes to the fourth annual Real Heroes Trunk or Treat event this Saturday.

Legislators consider ways to increase Idaho air travel

October 23, 2020 3:29 PM Associated Press

Lawmakers in Idaho have considered ways to increase air travel in the state as flights have been reduced or eliminated in recent years, stunting economic growth.

Crush the Curve Idaho and state of Idaho offers COVID-19 testing to long-term care facilities

October 23, 2020 11:30 AM News Team

The contract will make it easier for residents and staff to be tested regularly and give long-term care facilities another tool to help fight the spread of COVID-19.

Police: Man fatally shot in Boise home; woman arrested

October 23, 2020 11:11 AM Associated Press

An Idaho woman was arrested after police believe she fatally shot a man inside a Boise home, authorities said.

Local first responders receive mental health support

October 23, 2020 10:45 AM Chelsea Briar

The Idaho Falls City Council approved a contract between Creekside Counseling and first responders on Monday.

950 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths

October 22, 2020 5:20 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 950 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on Thursday.

D93 schools to stay in Phase 2 next week

October 22, 2020 6:01 PM News Team

Bonneville School District 93 schools will stay in Phase 2 next week.

247 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 22, 2020 3:48 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 247 new COVID-19 cases in the area on Thursday.

987 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

October 21, 2020 5:28 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 987 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on Wednesday.

Idaho congressman shares his viewpoints at local luncheon

October 21, 2020 11:30 AM Chelsea Briar

Congressman Mike Simpson spoke at the West Bank Convention Center on Wednesday. He addressed many issues facing Idahoans and all Americans.

Board of Education approves partial wavier of senior project graduation requirement

October 21, 2020 6:15 PM News Team

The Idaho State Board of Education voted Wednesday to extend a partial waiver of the Board rule requiring high school seniors complete a senior project in order to graduate during the 2020/21 school year.

Virus spikes have officials looking to shore up hospitals

October 21, 2020 2:46 PM Associated Press

Hospitals around the United States are starting to buckle from a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with several states setting records for the number of people hospitalized and leaders scrambling to find extra beds and staff.

246 new COVID-19 cases in Southeastern Idaho

October 21, 2020 3:49 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 246 new cases in the area Wednesday.

Idaho governor: collaboration key to solving land issues

October 21, 2020 4:28 PM Associated Press

A collaborative process that gives everyone a say is key to solving many federal public lands issues in the U.S. West, Idaho Gov. Brad Little said Wednesday.

Idaho’s coronavirus cases spike again, doctors urge action

October 21, 2020 9:52 AM Associated Press

Idaho is seeing its largest coronavirus spike since the pandemic began, with new cases increasing by 46.5% percent over the past two weeks.

3 moose illegally killed in west-central Idaho

October 21, 2020 12:00 PM Associated Press

Three bull moose were illegally shot and killed in Valley County in west-central Idaho, Idaho officials say, and a fourth bull moose was shot at but apparently not injured.

Local company invents new type of light

October 21, 2020 11:52 AM Ariel Schroeder

A small startup company in Rigby has invented a new type of lightbulb.

873 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths

October 20, 2020 5:16 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 873 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths on Tuesday.

328 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 20, 2020 4:40 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 328 new COVID-19 cases in the area Tuesday.

Power restored to about 3,000 Rocky Mountain Power customers

October 20, 2020 2:30 PM Todd Kunz

Power was quickly restored to customers after about a half-hour outage.

Idaho Education Association launches anonymous health hotline for educators

October 20, 2020 1:27 PM News Team

Educators across Idaho will now be able to anonymously report situations and activities that put the health of educators and students at risk.

How to know if you have COVID-19 or the flu before getting tested

October 20, 2020 11:51 AM Ariel Schroeder

According to the CDC Influenza and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses.

Rare nuclear reactor at ISU gets big upgrade

October 20, 2020 10:51 AM Emma Iannacone

Idaho State University is celebrating a big upgrade to their incredibly rare nuclear reactor.

Idaho OKs contract to distribute low-income education money

October 20, 2020 10:02 AM Associated Press

Idaho has approved a contract with Florida-based vendor ClassWallet to distribute $50 million in federal coronavirus emergency money to low-income families to help children learn during the coronavirus pandemic.

Idaho estimates resident death count increased beyond virus

October 20, 2020 10:00 AM Associated Press

Idaho state officials estimate hundreds of more residents have died than in a normal year, even without counting fatalities that are attributed to the coronavirus.

698 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths

October 19, 2020 5:27 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 698 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths on Monday.

320 new COVID-19 cases in the area

October 19, 2020 3:49 PM News Team

Local health officials reported 320 new COVID-19 cases in the area Monday.

Police warn drivers not to take short-cuts on I-86 intersection detour

October 19, 2020 3:11 PM Curtis Jackson

A detour at the I-84/I-86 intersection has some drivers taking a dangerous path around it.

allison and josie sit at kitchen counter watching lessons on laptop

Idaho experiencing “shecession” as local moms take brunt of economic crisis

October 19, 2020 3:01 PM Emma Iannacone

Moms are taking the brunt of the economic crisis, leading some to call this a “shecession.”

Schools in Washington state, Idaho report COVID-19 outbreaks

October 19, 2020 11:44 AM Associated Press

Several school districts in Washington state and Idaho have chosen not to report COVID-19 cases at their schools since opening in August, painting an incomplete picture of how the virus is affecting students.

Be sure to move over when you see snowplows, emergency vehicles

October 19, 2020 10:22 AM Curtis Jackson

It’s the season for snow, and the Idaho Transportation Department is reminding us to move over when we see a snowplow or other emergency vehicles.

No class Monday in West Ada district due to teacher shortage

October 19, 2020 9:54 AM Associated Press

A school district in Idaho has canceled school Monday due to a teacher shortage after hundreds called out in sick in protest of in-person instruction during the pandemic.