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Salvation Army kicks off Red Kettle Campaign

November 26, 2019 7:14 PM Emma Iannacone

The Salvation Army is hitting the pavement this week to collect donations for its annual Red Kettle…

Electric crews install traffic lights at Sunnyside and Ammon Roads

Stoplight install begins overnight at busy intersection

November 25, 2019 11:40 PM Todd Kunz

AMMON, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Power crews were braving the cold temperatures Monday night to begin installing the traffic light system at the…

ITD prepares roads for Thanksgiving snowstorm

November 25, 2019 7:01 PM Emma Iannacone

The Idaho Transportation Department prepared roads for the upcoming snowstorm, but holiday travel may still be…

How to make sure your holiday package is delivered on time and skip the line at the post office

November 25, 2019 3:13 PM Jilliana Colina

At the USPS Idaho Falls location, you can visit a self-service kiosk that runs 24 hours a day, even when the post office is closed.…

Thanksgiving travel tips

November 25, 2019 3:11 PM Jilliana Colina

AAA says about 296,000 Idahoans will be hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year.…

Murder suspect undergoing psychological evaluation

November 25, 2019 2:22 PM News Team

An 86-year-old murder suspect is undergoing psychological competency evaluation at State Hospital…

Iona man arrested after standoff

November 24, 2019 1:14 PM News Team

IONA, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – An Iona man was arrested after a Saturday night standoff with authorities. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s office reports,…

Pebble Creek preparing for upcoming season

November 23, 2019 4:07 PM News Team

This weekend, many mountains around the region are opening or preparing to open. Pebble Creek isn’t quite there yet, but the lifts were spinning…

Deck the Falls

November 22, 2019 10:07 PM Todd Kunz

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Here’s a chance to see a unique holiday sight. A local company plans to deck the falls for the holidays. “ANDX” has…

Foster and adoptive parents needed in Idaho

November 22, 2019 7:16 PM News Team

November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize the urgent need for foster and adoptive families in the country. Friday, at the Bannock…

‘Give Cold Feet a Boot’ campaign provides 300 winter boots for students

November 22, 2019 5:33 PM News Team

There was a lot of heart and soles to be found at one Blackfoot school…

Will online shopping affect the Black Friday turn out?

November 22, 2019 5:25 PM Jilliana Colina

There is one benefit shoppers can only get at a brick-and-mortar retailer. …

ISP graduates new class of troopers

November 22, 2019 4:29 PM News Team

Sixteen new Idaho State Police troopers participated in graduation ceremonies at the State Capitol this…

Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community

November 22, 2019 6:11 AM Kaitlin Miklos

Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy…

National Rural Health Day holds deeper meaning for some ISU students

November 21, 2019 8:29 PM News Team

Nearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural communities and, as a result, have less access to health care. Thursday is National Rural Health Day and…

Second chance at a smile awarded to local mom

November 21, 2019 7:10 PM Emma Iannacone

On Thursday, Hannah Lyngar found out that she was granted a second chance at a smile.…

Traffic stop leads to felony drug arrest

November 21, 2019 5:15 PM News Team

An Idaho Falls Neighborhood Police Officer was patrolling in the area of Alpine Street when he observed a vehicle that appeared to be driving…

Rexburg medical community comments on BYU-I’s recent statement regarding Medicaid

November 21, 2019 5:17 PM Jilliana Colina

“As far as the infrastructure here in Rexburg we feel that we have a very solid foundation as far as being able to handle the needs of our…

Gate City Boxing’s new ring nearing completion

November 20, 2019 2:34 PM News Team

Wednesday afternoon, members of the Gate City Boxing Club got a glimpse at their new ring.…

Pocatello boy feels lucky after not suffering any major injuries when hit by car

November 20, 2019 7:35 PM News Team

A Pocatello boy is feeling lucky that bruising is the only sign showing he was hit by a car on his way home from school Tuesday.…

Executive Order could mean extra work for ISP

November 20, 2019 6:49 PM News Team

On Tuesday, Gov. Brad Little put forth an Executive Order that will allow hemp to be transported through Idaho legally, with a number of…

First roundabout in Madison County outside of the city

November 20, 2019 12:04 PM Jilliana Colina

“It cleans this whole corner up and it really is inviting to the Hibbard…

Pocatello Creek restoration project underway

November 20, 2019 4:43 PM News Team

Construction crews began work Wednesday on a Pocatello Creek stream restoration project.…

Virtual gun range, supply company offers unique training for officers

November 21, 2019 7:49 AM Emma Iannacone

A unique local business is helping first responders prepare for the worst -…

Sentencing in Idaho Falls shaken baby case

November 20, 2019 3:17 PM Ariel Schroeder

A judge sent Robert Saad, Sr., to prison for the maximum ten years today.…

Market Lake area eyed for aquifer recharge basin

November 20, 2019 1:35 PM News Team

The Idaho Water Resource Board is reviewing several potential sites to locate a large recharge basin in the upper Eastern Snake Plain…

Teton Valley program to focus on aquifer recharge

November 20, 2019 1:30 PM News Team

The Idaho Water Resource Board has approved spending $60,600 from the Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program to fund water delivery agreements…

Missing man found

November 20, 2019 8:20 AM News Team

St. Anthony Police are trying to locate missing person, Brandon…

Man arrested for possession of heroin and marijuana

November 20, 2019 11:17 AM News Team

A 50-year-old Idaho Falls man was arrested for drug trafficking and possession of dugs…

Victim’s name released in Preston officer-involved shooting

November 20, 2019 8:39 AM News Team

Pocatello Police are leading an Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Team investigation into an officer-involved shooting…

ISU’s debate society hosts public debate

November 19, 2019 7:34 PM News Team

Tuesday night, the Idaho State University Rupp Debate Society hosted its fall public debate at the Pond Student…

Idaho Falls water tower future up in the air

November 19, 2019 5:30 PM Jilliana Colina

“The existing tower needs to remain intact because it’s supplies pressure to the water system. We can’t take it down until the new tower is…

Pocatello active shooter drill featured in Campus Safety magazine

November 19, 2019 5:31 PM Emma Iannacone

The Pocatello Police Department and other local organizations were highlighted in the Campus Safety magazine for an active shooter reunification…

Inmates train dogs at the Idaho K9 Academy

November 19, 2019 9:00 PM Karole Honas

he director of the Idaho K9 Academy has more work than he can handle. Since opening in January at the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls, more…

Gov. Little OKs hemp transportation across state

November 19, 2019 1:07 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little issued an executive order Tuesday to resolve conflicts between state and federal law related to the interstate transportation of…

Fifth and sixth graders can ski free in Idaho

November 19, 2019 1:03 PM News Team

Do you have a fifth or sixth grader who loves to ski or snowboard or one who’d like to…

Man arrested for possession of meth

November 19, 2019 11:53 AM News Team

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 49th N. and 25th E. on a vehicle that had previously eluded…

Get $20 feline spay/neuter vouchers on Wednesday

November 19, 2019 11:43 AM News Team

The East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition will be releasing 133 feline spay and neuter vouchers on Wednesday at 9…

State committee reviews Idaho water supply status

November 19, 2019 8:14 AM News Team

Idaho is getting a late start on winter, despite a cool and wet September.…

‘Wall of Warmth’ is offering a unique way for people to stay warm

November 18, 2019 5:49 PM News Team

A “Wall of Warmth” in Idaho Falls is offering a unique way for everyone in the community to stay…

Festival of Trees kicks off the holiday season

November 18, 2019 4:41 PM Jilliana Colina

The festival has helped launch very merry seasons here for 45…

Ribbon cut for FBI data center in Pocatello

November 18, 2019 1:10 PM Emma Iannacone

The FBI and its partners at the Department of Justice (DOJ) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new data center in Pocatello on…

Local team wins regional CyberForce competition

November 18, 2019 9:48 AM News Team

The University of Idaho, Idaho Falls campus took first-place honors Saturday in the 2019 U.S. Department of Energy CyberForce Competition.…

Reclaim Idaho questions BYU-Idaho Medicaid decision

November 17, 2019 9:11 AM News Team

Reclaim Idaho, which fought to expand Medicaid health insurance in Idaho last year, wants to know more about why Brigham Young University-Idaho this…

Chubbuck man charged with possessing stolen firearm

November 17, 2019 9:10 AM News Team

Kory Peterson, 37, of Chubbuck was arrested after a brief standoff in the 4600 block of Ponderosa in Chubbuck at around 6 p.m.…

Woman arrested after confronting police

November 17, 2019 9:09 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Police reported Saturday, they arrested Savannah Fenn, 34, of Idaho Falls November 8 on charges of disturbing the peace, resisting and…

7 people arrested in separate drug investigations

November 17, 2019 9:07 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Police have seized nearly 100 grams of methamphetamine and heroin after 7 people were arrested on felony charges during the first two…

3 car accident closes part of Hitt Road

November 16, 2019 9:03 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – UPDATE: Nov. 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m. – Three cars were involved in an accident on Hitt Road (25th East) and south of…

Fish and Game studying pheasant hunting season

November 17, 2019 7:50 PM Emma Iannacone

By the end of the season, Idaho Fish and Game will release 3,000 pheasants in the Sterling Wildlife Management…

Pushing to get Medical Marijuana on 2020 ballot

November 16, 2019 4:23 PM News Team

Members of the Idaho Cannabis Coalition gathered at Rumors Pub in Pocatello on Saturday to gather the signatures they need to get the Idaho Medical…

Fishing: A family business

November 16, 2019 4:13 PM News Team

Wading in the south fork of the Snake River, Boots Allen knows exactly what he’s looking for. A third-generation fly fishing guide, he comes from a…

Former Extreme Huntress looks to go Ultimate

November 15, 2019 5:57 PM News Team

Lindsay Christensen is no stranger to a bow and arrow — she’s been shooting since she was four and competing in international competitions since…

Neighborhood Policing Program has rolled out in 2 high crime areas

November 15, 2019 5:26 PM Jilliana Colina

“Interesting enough crime has increased since we started the program back up statistically, that doesn’t mean that the crime itself increased it…

Idaho labor force remains stable

November 15, 2019 12:32 PM News Team

For the fourth consecutive month Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 2.9% in…

Hit musical “Matilda” performed first time in our region

November 14, 2019 10:24 PM Jay Hildebrandt

Idaho Falls Youth Arts Centre debuts the show this…

The commute of east Idaho’s future

November 14, 2019 10:22 PM News Team

It’s no secret that Idaho is growing. In fact, the Gem State has seen nearly a 12 percent population increase over the last decade. While most of…

BYU-Idaho is rejecting Medicaid and students want answers

November 14, 2019 6:09 PM Jilliana Colina

“It seems to me what they’re doing is really they’re adding at least $1,000 a year to the cost of attending BYU-Idaho, for no reason that I can…

Trucks travel on I-15 near active construction.

The commute of east Idaho’s future

November 14, 2019 4:57 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – It’s no secret that Idaho is growing. In fact, the Gem State has seen nearly a 12 percent population increase over the…

Burley doctor sentenced for misleading patients

November 14, 2019 3:25 PM News Team

A former Burley Doctor was sentenced to seven months in prison Thursday for receipt and delivery of misbranded devices. Temp Ray Patterson, 55, will…

Victor names Planning and Zoning Director

November 14, 2019 1:00 PM News Team

Kimberly Kolner has been confirmed as Planning and Zoning Director for the city of…

INL contractor outlines local spending goals

November 14, 2019 12:58 PM News Team

Battelle Energy Alliance (BEA) spent over $332 million with small businesses in Fiscal Year…

Idaho Falls considers E-scooter rules

November 14, 2019 12:57 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls City Council is tinkering with plans for a new ordinance to regulate the use of E-Scooters in the…

2 regional cities receive grant awards

November 14, 2019 9:57 AM News Team

American Falls and Challis will each receive $150,000 in federal…

Idaho US Attorney launches DOJ gun violence project

November 14, 2019 9:15 AM News Team

U.S. Attorney for Idaho Bart Davis says the Department of Justice is launching an initiative designed to reduce gun violence and enforce federal…

University President reflects on growth from Ricks College to BYU-Idaho

November 13, 2019 9:11 PM Jay Hildebrandt

Henry J. Eyring and anchor Jay Hildebrandt discuss…

Idaho Falls gains a new indoor training complex

November 13, 2019 9:08 PM Adrian Luevano

There is a new state of the art training facility in Southeast…

Fish and Game holds quarterly meeting in Pocatello

November 13, 2019 9:06 PM News Team

On Wednesday evening, dozens gathered at Idaho Fish & Game’s Southeast Region office in Pocatello for the quarterly meeting of the commission.…

How to give back during the holiday season

November 13, 2019 5:48 PM Emma Iannacone

With only two weeks until Thanksgiving, the holiday season is officially upon us. For those looking to give back to their community, here’s your 2019…

Researchers identify Clark County John Doe discovered in 1979

November 13, 2019 5:35 PM News Team

The DNA Doe Project, with help from Idaho State University anthropologist Samantha Blatt and former ISU faculty Amy Michael, has made a tentative…

Make-A-Wish helps local teen’s dream comes true

November 13, 2019 5:33 PM Ariel Schroeder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Adoring fans and paparazzi were spotted Wednesday afternoon seeking autographs from a young man…

Residents will be able to track snow removal in Idaho Falls

November 13, 2019 4:40 PM Jilliana Colina

Our annual tradition of snow removal doesn’t have to take us by surprise. Going beyond our daily forecasts, The City of Idaho Falls has many alert…

Park shooter enters guilty plea

November 13, 2019 3:08 PM News Team

The man charged with firing a gun into a group of cars and people at Idaho Falls Tautphaus Park on the night of July 30 changed his plea in Seventh…

New law requires Idaho drivers to provide proof of insurance to DMV or risk registration suspension

November 13, 2019 9:53 AM News Team

Vehicle owners will need to provide proof of insurance for two consecutive months or risk having their registration suspended beginning in…

Load of molasses tips on I-86

November 13, 2019 9:27 AM News Team

A semi hauling molasses tipped over on I-86 early Wednesday…

Idaho Falls removes abandoned and illegally parked vehicles from streets

November 12, 2019 5:31 PM Jilliana Colina

In preparation for the winter snow removal season, the Idaho Falls Police Department conducted a ‘Super-Operation” on Tuesday, to clear abandoned…

Yellowstone National Park, Facebook

November 5, 2019 4:56 PM Associated Press

A Wyoming legislative committee will discuss possibly expanding the Medicaid program in the…

Shooting suspect filed $9M tort claim against city in Idaho

November 5, 2019 4:50 PM Associated Press

A man shot by Idaho police officers has filed a tort claim seeking $9 million in damages after he had his legs amputated after the…

Judge: Woman’s sex assault lawsuit against UI can continue

October 31, 2019 4:37 PM Associated Press

A federal judge says a woman’s lawsuit against the University of Idaho for allegedly placing her at higher risk of sexual assault can move…

Idaho man sets woman on fire, gets up to 10 years in prison

November 12, 2019 4:37 PM Associated Press

A district judge has sentenced an Idaho man to at least three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to domestic battery as part of a plea…

BLM names Challis Field Office manager

November 12, 2019 4:38 PM News Team

A retired Marine has been selected as the new Bureau of Land Management field manager of the Challis Field Office.…

Idaho officer rape charge dropped, still under investigation

October 25, 2019 4:23 PM Associated Press

A judge has dismissed a felony rape charge against an Idaho police officer at the request of the prosecutors needing more time to present evidence to…