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Tutorial for correctly framing a remote video interview

April 2, 2020 11:15 PM Todd Kunz

A lot of television interviews are conducted over remote digital platforms these days.

Avalanches and rock slides blocking middle fork of Salmon River system

April 2, 2020 11:04 PM Todd Kunz

Avalanches and rock slides blocking Marsh Creek, the tributary to the middle fork of the Salmon River.

Helping others on the front line stay healthy

April 2, 2020 5:39 PM News Team

These vital truck drivers are carrying a heavier than normal load when bringing us our supplies.

Fairness In Women’s Sports Act bans some transgender athletes

April 2, 2020 8:59 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Governor Brad Little signed the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act in March, which makes Idaho the first state to ban transgender girls from participating in girls and women’s sports. “We know that sports is a very important part of many young people’s lives,” Transgender Advocate, Team USA, and Nike

New COVID-19 volunteer website activated

April 2, 2020 11:43 AM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A new website is making it easier for volunteers to help the community during the state’s shelter in place order. Southeastern Idaho Unified Command Team is joining forces with JustServe.org to provide volunteer opportunities to help those in need. This would include delivering food, medicine and basic essentials to the vulnerable

Online learning tools aren’t completely new for students in the Sugar-Salem district

April 2, 2020 6:12 PM Jilliana Colina

“The online learning transition has gone rather smoothly. We’ve been using one to one devices in our school for seven years”

Idaho unemployment claims up 143%

April 2, 2020 11:34 AM News Team

Idaho workers laid off due to the coronavirus filed 32,941 initial claims for unemployment insurance between March 22 and March 28, 2020.

Idahoans staying home more, road reports show

April 2, 2020 12:24 PM Emma Iannacone

Since March 1, traffic volume dropped from 25,000 trips per day to 15,000.

Local comedians are bringing laughter into our living rooms

April 1, 2020 5:48 PM Ariel Schroeder

They are offering everyone in the community a free live streaming performance.

Being prepared for what’s next

April 1, 2020 8:58 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Emergencies can strike at any moment. Just having a 72-hour supply of the necessities can take you a long way according to Jefferson County Emergency Management Director Rebecca Squires. “Mental preparedness is huge,” Squires said. “Have a plan. A lot of people were really surprised when (COVID-19) this thing kicked

Online counseling sparks during pandemic

April 1, 2020 4:53 PM Jilliana Colina

Our mental health can be a critical element to staying physically healthy during these days of social distancing. Now mental health professionals are making it possible to get help from our own homes.

Videographer helping local businesses stay active on social media

April 1, 2020 6:11 PM News Team

Times are tough for numerous local businesses. One local videographer is working to help keep them active on social media.

Impacts of Tuesday’s earthquake on Southeast Idaho

April 1, 2020 4:28 PM News Team

Many residents may still be rattled by Tuesday’s 6.5 earthquake and aftershocks.

Throwback: A look back at the 1983 Challis earthquake

April 1, 2020 4:18 PM Curtis Jackson

We went into our newscast archive and found a report Darien Laird did on the Challis earthquake. The report aired in 2011 when we were looking back at the station’s 50th anniversary.

Idaho man in critical condition after police shooting

April 1, 2020 1:27 PM Associated Press

A Caldwell, Idaho, man who was shot by police has remained in a hospital in critical condition since Saturday as an investigation continues.

Students learn how to learn online

April 1, 2020 9:48 AM News Team

For most of eastern Idaho, the day has arrived when students return to class from a long spring break.

6.5 magnitude earthquake shakes the region

March 31, 2020 9:07 PM News Team

Around 5:52 p.m. Tuesday, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake was registered near Custer County.

Cleaning company disinfects EMT vehicles free of charge

March 31, 2020 5:22 PM Jilliana Colina

“It’s important, we go out on a lot of calls and you never know whether you’re packing germs back into your vehicle or not.”

Governor Little hosts third statewide AARP telephone town hall

March 31, 2020 4:52 PM Ariel Schroeder

Affording more resources may not have to be one of our fears during the coronavirus crisis.

Little vetoes license-exemption bill for rehab center

March 31, 2020 3:11 PM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Tuesday vetoed a bill that would have carved out an exemption allowing a northern Idaho lawmaker’s faith-based drug and alcohol rehabilitation center to treat teenagers without a state license.

Idaho Attorney General warns: Beware of scams

March 31, 2020 12:14 PM News Team

Like most emergency situations, the COVID-19 pandemic has uprooted no shortage of scams surrounding it.

How you can participate in Tuesday’s statewide telephone town hall

March 30, 2020 11:21 AM News Team

Idaho Governor Brad Little, health experts and AARP Idaho will host a statewide telephone town hall Tuesday to provide updated information and answer questions regarding the coronavirus in Idaho.

Idaho governor vetoes bill to compensate wrongly convicted

March 31, 2020 10:23 AM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little has vetoed legislation that would have set up a process to compensate people convicted of crimes they didn’t commit, but he suggested he would approve future legislation that didn’t put the state in court as a first step.

Idaho governor signs affirmative action ban into law

March 31, 2020 9:19 AM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little has signed into law legislation banning affirmative action for state agencies, state contracting and public education.

Governor Little signs into law anti-transgender legislation

March 30, 2020 6:26 PM News Team

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Monday signed into law two anti-transgender bills.

Department of Labor urges website unemployment registration

March 30, 2020 4:25 PM News Team

A surge of newly laid-off workers is overwhelming Idaho’s unemployment phone systems.

Idaho’s primary election will be conducted by mail, remains on May 19

March 30, 2020 4:20 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little and Secretary of State Lawerence Denney announced Monday there will be no change in Idaho’s primary election date of May 19.

Man wanted for attempted murder of 2 deputies

March 30, 2020 2:07 PM News Team

Idaho State Police and the Adams County Sheriff’s Office are looking for a man who they say tried to kill two sheriff’s deputies Sunday.

INL joins Equal by 30 to pursue equal pay, opportunities, representation for women

March 30, 2020 12:28 PM News Team

Idaho National Laboratory announced Monday it has signed on to Equal by 30.

Idaho officials observe 57 mountain goats in Selkirk range

March 30, 2020 12:00 PM Associated Press

Idaho biologists counted 57 mountain goats in the Selkirk Mountain Range this year, the first survey of the animals in the range since 2001.

Resources for small businesses affected by coronavirus

March 31, 2020 11:37 AM Emma Iannacone

Small businesses are experiencing the collateral damage of the coronavirus shut downs.

Idaho’s US District Courthouses ordered closed

March 30, 2020 8:41 AM News Team

US District Courthouses in Pocatello and Coeur d’Alene and the fourth, fifth, and sixth floors of the James A. McClure Federal Building will be closed until April 15.

Second case of COVID-19 in Bonneville County

March 29, 2020 11:18 PM Linda Larsen

Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) has confirmed the second positive case of COVID-19 in Bonneville County in a male under the age of 40 who did not require hospitalization and is self-isolating at home during his recovery.

Superintendent updates school closures and COVID-19 for families of D93

March 29, 2020 7:05 PM Todd Kunz

Superintendent Scott Woolstenhulme sent out a letter to update parents of students in the district.

Coronavirus Pro Tip: You might be disinfecting wrong

March 30, 2020 12:33 PM Emma Iannacone

Here are some tips directly from the CDC to help you kill the coronavirus in your home.

Local restaurant shows you how to cook your favorite meals

March 28, 2020 4:07 PM News Team

Missing the food from your favorite restaurant? Pocatello’s Puerto Vallarta has you covered.

Lemhi & Fremont Counties: Virus Vacationers should stay home

March 28, 2020 5:18 AM News Team

Anyone planning to escape Idaho’s “stay-at-home” orders in Fremont or Lemhi County should make other plans.

Federal team begins COVID-19 defense in Idaho

March 28, 2020 5:31 AM News Team

Three 2-person teams have been deployed to Idaho from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District in support of the Idaho Office of Emergency Services.

Interfaith Council joins The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in invitation for worldwide fasting and prayer

March 27, 2020 10:59 PM Todd Kunz

Local Interfaith Council asks all to join them in personal fasting and prayer Sunday, March 29, 2020 for relief from the COVID-19 pandemic

Bar-B-Que for a cause

March 27, 2020 8:43 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With many people staying at home, the demands on the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission starts to rise. Pitmaster Bar-B-Que Company is stepping up to help out the community with their ’21 days of Bar-B-Que for a cause’. Starting on Friday, anyone who drops off a non-perishable food item donation to

Coronavirus cancels Carlson family cruise

March 27, 2020 8:27 PM News Team

The Carlson family has spent the last week at home, hanging out and going on horse rides. But before the coronavirus outbreak, they had the trip of a lifetime planned.

Pocatello father worried about his daughter aboard Navy aircraft carrier under quarantine

March 27, 2020 12:15 PM News Team

A U.S. Navy aircraft carrier is now under quarantine after dozens of sailors tested positive for the coronavirus.

Key points of Governor Little’s stay-home order

March 27, 2020 5:36 PM News Team

Governor Little’s Statewide Stay-Home Order was put into effect on Thursday to prevent the spread of COVID-19

Law agencies say they aren’t enforcing stay-at-home order

March 26, 2020 4:11 AM News Team

Local police agencies say they won’t enforce Governor Brad Little’s stay-at-home order.

Idaho COVID-19 cases up to 231, another death reported

March 27, 2020 11:50 AM News Team

There are currently at least 231 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Idaho, according to numbers released Friday morning from the local health districts.

Tips to stay cybersecure when working from home

March 27, 2020 5:12 PM Jilliana Colina

Johnson tells us during tough times scammers play on peoples emotions. They know at this time people are vulnerable, frustrated or even scared.

FEMA delivers medical supplies to Idaho

March 27, 2020 1:49 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has received a first shipment of medical supplies from the Strategic National Supply.

Gov. Little orders 1% budget cut due to coronavirus

March 27, 2020 12:58 PM News Team

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Friday ordered a 1% cut in state agency spending because of the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus.

Gov. Little signs new executive orders

March 27, 2020 12:03 PM News Team

Governor Brad Little will host a press conference Friday at 12 p.m.

Governor Little approves $400,000 to kill problem wolves

March 27, 2020 9:30 AM Associated Press

Legislation sending just under $400,000 to a state board to use to kill problem wolves in Idaho has been signed into law by Gov. Brad Little.

Little signs bill loosening restrictions on concealed carry

March 27, 2020 9:16 AM Associated Press

Visitors to Idaho 18 and over who can legally possess firearms will be allowed to carry a concealed handgun without a permit or training within city limits under legislation signed into law by Gov. Brad Little.

EIRMC prepares to tackle coronavirus

March 26, 2020 8:52 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – East Idaho Regional Medical Center has conducted over 50 COVID-19 tests and so far they have all come back negative. That has not stopped the hospital from preparing for a surge in patients. “We’re considering not just a surge in ER volume but a surge in critical care volume or

Bingham’s telehealth lets patients see doctors without leaving home

March 26, 2020 6:24 PM News Team

People are doing more from home than ever before: working, exercising and even visiting the doctor.

Coronavirus protections for Idaho inmates in place

March 26, 2020 6:02 PM Emma Iannacone

The Idaho Department of Correction is taking measures to protect inmates from a potential COVID-19 outbreak.

Banks are ready to help small businesses get back on their feet

March 26, 2020 5:20 PM Jilliana Colina

The Small Business Administration has created an Economic Disaster Relief Program to offer unique SBA loans to small businesses.

Grocery store surge following Gov. Brad Little’s address

March 26, 2020 3:28 PM News Team

Effective immediately, Gov. Brad Little has issued a statewide stay-at-home order as the coronavirus continues to spread.

Idaho’s confirmed coronavirus cases jump by more than 50%

March 26, 2020 10:50 AM Associated Press

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Idaho jumped by more than 50% Thursday morning, less than 24 hours after Gov. Brad Little announced a statewide stay-at-home order.

Essential businesses to remain open, Who qualifies?

March 25, 2020 4:15 PM Emma Iannacone

The state is working on a comprehensive list of essential and non-essential businesses, but here’s some guidance.

Relief in the form of food for Idaho educators

March 26, 2020 1:43 AM News Team

RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- In difficult times we can always find comfort in Idaho’s best. For, Jefferson Joint School District 251, that relief came in the form of potatoes. Employees lined up this morning to get a bag of potatoes from the district offices. Cars and district staff maintained social distance as they handed them out.

Online education takes shape in our schools

March 26, 2020 1:32 AM News Team

RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Students will eventually return to the classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic. Change is the word of the day at Jefferson Joint School District 251. They are moving to a different method of teaching and learning in a short amount of time. Superintendent Chad Martin tells us when kids start class again they’ll

City playgrounds set to close Wednesday

March 25, 2020 1:18 PM News Team

The city of Pocatello is closing its playgrounds to help prevent further spread of the coronavirus.

Restaurants are trying to deal with the stay at home order

March 25, 2020 8:02 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Restaurants are used to competing for diners throughout the year, but due to COVID-19, local restaurants are just trying to stay afloat. “Being in this community and our kids growing up in this community, it’s a difficult deal right now,” Owner of The Firehouse Grill, Kevin La Fleur said. For

Social distancing also impacting law enforcement

March 25, 2020 8:13 PM News Team

Gov. Brad Little’s state-wide stay-home order doesn’t include essential services like law enforcement, but agencies are still feeling the effects of social distancing.

Red Cross still open; needs donors more than ever

March 25, 2020 6:14 PM Emma Iannacone

The Red Cross is considered an “essential business” by the state, and donations are needed now more than ever, officials say.

Fish and Game says you can still hunt and social distance, get license online

March 29, 2020 5:23 PM Emma Iannacone

Fish and Game is not restricting hunting and fishing access during the stay-at-home order.

Idaho Lottery closes Boise office to public and paying claims

March 25, 2020 5:32 PM News Team

Effective Wednesday at the close of business, the Idaho Lottery will close its Boise Office to the public with all essential employees working from home, in compliance with Governor Brad Little’s Statewide stay-home order.

Rexburg Mobile Food Pantry creates a drive-thru food distribution event

March 25, 2020 5:37 PM Jilliana Colina

In a drive through fashion cars are drove in a line to pick up a box of food that was pre-prepared by small groups at the Idaho Food Bank.

Snake River Animal Shelter shuts down

March 25, 2020 4:18 PM Ariel Schroeder

UPDATE: Snake River Animal Shelter is completely shut down.

Governor signs bill limiting Idaho whistleblower lawsuits

March 25, 2020 11:50 AM News Team

Whistleblower lawsuits against Idaho would be limited to $370,000 in non-economic damages under legislation signed into law by Gov. Brad Little.

Idaho governor signs bill setting minimum marriage age at 16

March 25, 2020 11:32 AM News Team

Idaho Gov. Brad Little has signed into law legislation setting 16 as the minimum age for a person to get married.

Mountain Home Air Force base gets tactical gear for women

March 25, 2020 11:18 AM Associated Press

The Mountain Home Air Force Base is changing some of its equipment to make sure women in the security forces have properly tailored protection.

Little vetoes roads funding bill due to coronavirus concerns

March 25, 2020 9:52 AM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little has vetoed a transportation funding bill citing his concern that it takes money that might be needed elsewhere at a time of economic uncertainty due to the coronavirus pandemic.

‘I’m making masks in avoidance’: Pocatello woman sewing for those in need

March 24, 2020 8:30 PM News Team

For Linda Davies of Pocatello, quarantine is a chance to sew masks for those in need. Davies, 71, is normally involved in estate liquidations and the local flea market, but all of that has taken a backseat.

Curbside meals for seniors draws a crowd

March 24, 2020 6:58 PM Emma Iannacone

The Pocatello Senior Activity Center is used to offering lunch for their members, but not curbside delivery.

Experts say to practice ‘physical distancing’ not ‘social distancing’

March 24, 2020 5:56 PM Jilliana Colina

“It’s so important that we change in our mindset and make a distinction between social distancing and physical distancing.”

Idaho Falls golf courses open with COVID-19 restrictions

March 24, 2020 5:15 PM News Team

The City of Idaho Falls public golf courses are open for use to the public beginning Tuesday with restrictions in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Gov. Little talks strategies during statewide teleconference

March 24, 2020 4:45 PM Ariel Schroeder

We are getting more answers into the statewide response to the growing pandemic.

Idaho governor’s deadline to veto any bills is March 31

March 24, 2020 1:51 PM Associated Press

The deadline Gov. Brad Little has given himself for possibly vetoing two anti-transgender bills sent to him by the Legislature is March 31, his office said Tuesday.

Internet providers help ease the financial burden

March 23, 2020 5:23 PM Ariel Schroeder

Internet service providers are trying to make it a little bit easier for customers to deal with the increased demand for data.

Gov. Little: “Stay home if you are sick”

March 23, 2020 11:46 AM News Team

Governor Brad Little will host a press conference Monday to update Idahoans on the proactive measures the State is taking to help citizens.

JOANN stores offer a community project to support hospitals

March 23, 2020 5:25 PM Ariel Schroeder

The store is giving out free kits to make protective non-surgical masks and gowns at home.

BYU-Idaho cancels on-campus classes and students want their housing contract terminated. Here’s what the housing association is considering

March 23, 2020 4:54 PM Jilliana Colina

“We have lots of things to consider as complex owners, financial and other obligations, that we have the students are foremost on our minds”

SBA offers new loans and deferments on old ones

March 23, 2020 2:12 PM News Team

The U.S. Small Business Administration is now offering low interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Idaho small businesses.

Bronco Bus Bites supply Blackfoot students with lunch

March 23, 2020 2:09 PM Emma Iannacone

The spread of COVID-19 has forced districts to temporarily pause school, leaving children without school lunch.

Grocery stores hanging “help wanted” signs to meet COVID-19 demand

March 22, 2020 3:24 PM Ariel Schroeder

Some stores that are remaining open during the outbreak are offering a little financial relief for those laid off.

Local grocery stores take a stance on shoppers over-purchasing

March 22, 2020 3:23 PM Ariel Schroeder

Starting this week at least 5 local markets are taking steps to reduce shoppers over-purchasing.

Tips to help reduce coronavirus anxiety

March 22, 2020 3:48 PM Emma Iannacone

It can be hard to escape the constant influx of new, often upsetting, information about the new virus.

Bingham County man investigated for murder of his father

March 19, 2020 3:29 PM News Team

Kayden Ford, 23, is being held on $100,000 bond pending a preliminary hearing on first degree murder charges.

Fall River to close front offices

March 22, 2020 3:40 AM News Team

Fall River Electric Cooperative is restricting access to each of its front offices in Ashton, Driggs, and West Yellowstone in response to state and local Covid-19 recommendations.

Idaho is currently reporting 43 cases

March 21, 2020 5:04 PM News Team

As of Saturday at 5 p.m., Idaho is currently reporting 43 cases.

Stores designate shopping hours for senior citizens

March 19, 2020 6:02 PM News Team

Stores across the United States are hosting special hours for the elderly and people with weakened immune systems so they can safely shop for essentials during the coronavirus pandemic.

Governor Little and state health director address COVID-19 concerns

March 20, 2020 10:56 PM Todd Kunz

News anchor Todd Kunz talks with Idaho Governor Brad Little and Dave Jeppesen, Idaho Director of Health and Welfare about the current COVID-19 assessment in the state.

Lemhi County man donates $2.5 Million to build school gym

March 20, 2020 10:32 PM Karole Honas

‘I thought it was all hype’ Pocatello doctor says we need to act now

March 20, 2020 5:46 PM News Team

Some people in southeast Idaho may feel like we’re watching the coronavirus unfold at a distance. However, one Pocatello physician is sounding the alarm and says we should be taking this much more seriously.

Bonneville County creates website to address COVID-19

March 20, 2020 5:36 PM Jilliana Colina

The county will continue to update the website with new information and updates.

3 steps to staying in business during COVID-19 outbreak

March 20, 2020 5:37 PM Ariel Schroeder

Businesses are quickly feeling the global impact of the coronavirus, but there could be a glimmer of hope.

Governor Brad Little, Dept. of Health Director Answer Covid-19 Questions

March 20, 2020 2:36 PM Kaitlin Miklos

Idaho Governor Brad Little and Idaho Health and Welfare Director Dave Jeppesen answer questions on the COVID-19 status in the state.

Bonneville County issues a Disaster Declaration

March 20, 2020 11:25 AM Jilliana Colina

The disaster declaration is a tool in responding to COVID-19.

Idaho House adjourns, ending 2020 legislative session

March 20, 2020 10:01 AM Associated Press

The Idaho House ended the 2020 legislative session on Friday after balancing fears of spreading the coronavirus with potential vetoes of several bills that they will now be powerless to do anything about.

Superintendent talks about district changes due to COVID-19

March 20, 2020 1:18 AM Todd Kunz

Dr. Scott Woolstenhulme, Superintendent of Bonneville School District #93 talks about the recent challenges of closing schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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