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FIRE WATCH: Latest information on area wildfires

October 16, 2024 10:34 AM Curtis Jackson

The Meridian Fire in Montana, northwest of Island Park, grows over 1,300 acres Wednesday. Other area fires were pretty calm.…

Pocatello man killed in I-15 accident south of Malad

October 16, 2024 9:14 AM Curtis Jackson

A Pocatello man was killed in a crash on I-15 south of Malad. Driver flown to…

Local women’s support group hosting art auction to support a future without violence

October 15, 2024 6:15 PM Ariel Jensen

IDAHO FALLS (KIFI)— A local group is using the beauty of art to raise awareness about domestic violence. The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault…

Juvenile caught in Cassia County after escaping from St. Anthony Juvenile Correction Center

October 15, 2024 5:32 PM Curtis Jackson

ST. ANTHONY, Idaho (KIFI) – The juvenile who escaped from the St. Anthony Juvenile Correction Center was located by Cassia County Sheriff deputies.…

Where to park for early voting in Bannock County

October 15, 2024 4:54 PM Sam Ross

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Construction on 6th Avenue has closed off sidewalks between the Bannock County Elections Office and some parking lots.…

US 30 on Georgetown Summit is now open after wildfire

October 15, 2024 3:28 PM Stephanie Lucas

A fire along US 30 at the Georgetown Summit in Bear Lake County has the highway closed from mile marker 421 to mile marker…

Idaho Fish and Game investigating elk meat dumped on roadside in Bear Lake County

October 15, 2024 11:43 AM News Team

Idaho Fish and Game is investigating why elk meat was lying along the side of the road in Bear Lake County.…

Pocatello holding open house for Benton Street bridge project

October 15, 2024 6:55 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello Public Works is hosting an open house event for interested individuals to learn more about the replacement project of the Benton Street…

FIRE WATCH: Latest information on area wildfires

October 15, 2024 10:14 AM Curtis Jackson

21 wildland fires are burning in Idaho as of September 12 according to the National Interagency Fire Center. …

Report: Power pole ignited wildfire near Boise

October 14, 2024 5:04 PM Curtis Jackson

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Department of Lands report say the Valley Fire that started east of Boise on Oct. 4 was caused by a power line. Idaho…

How to see a rare comet pass by earth this week

October 14, 2024 4:31 PM Curtis Jackson

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI, AP)—Monday night will be one of the best nights to see a rare comet with the naked eye. Comet C/2023 A3…

National experts urge parents – Have the driving safety talk now

October 14, 2024 5:37 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – This October, national experts are asking parents to talk to teens about the importance of driving safely. National…

Wildfire smoke and warmer weather could make for harder breathing

October 14, 2024 4:54 PM Sam Ross

Smoke from nearby wildfires is being pulled into Southeastern Idaho and could potentially impact the air quality for sensitive…

FIRE WATCH: Latest information on area wildfires

October 10, 2024 11:10 AM Curtis Jackson

21 wildland fires are burning in Idaho as of September 12 according to the National Interagency Fire Center. …

Three accidents on US 20 Friday morning, 1 sent to hospital

October 11, 2024 3:11 PM Curtis Jackson

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office reported three accidents happened on U.S. 20 this morning. One of the accidents sent a 20-year-old Fruitland woman…

National Make a Dog’s Day event set for Saturday

October 11, 2024 10:59 AM Sam Ross

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Pocatello Animal Services and Phil Meador Subaru are partnering for the sixth annual ‘National Make a Dog’s Day’ event at…

Dig up dinosaur fun at Fall Fossil Fest

October 11, 2024 11:02 AM Sam Ross

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The Idaho Museum of Natural History will host its fourth annual Fall Fossil Fest on Saturday, October 12. The event offers…

October is National Apple Month

October 11, 2024 10:07 AM Kailey Galaviz, Jeff Roper

How about them apples? Dozens of apple varieties have arrived at Fred Meyer this month, stealing the spotlight from Pumpkin Spice, just in time for…

Man charged with kidnapping and beating a woman committed similar crime before

October 10, 2024 4:24 PM Curtis Jackson

The man charged with kidnapping a woman last week and beating her has a history of beating another woman back in…

Lemhi County man found not guilty of shooting

October 10, 2024 12:57 PM Curtis Jackson

A jury found a Lemhi County veterinarian not guilty of shooting a 13-year-old…

“It’s their legacy”– local headstone cleaning business is a labor of love

October 10, 2024 12:36 PM Sam Ross

Take it for Granite LLC is a headstone cleaning and restoration business based out of…

Title IX controversy- Senator Risch honors Barbara Ehardt’s advocacy for Women’s Sports

October 9, 2024 3:04 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho senator Jim Risch is recognizing the action of local state representative Barbara Ehardt in her efforts to spearhead a bill protecting…

FIRE WATCH: Red Rock grows to over 62,000 acres

October 9, 2024 1:52 PM Curtis Jackson

21 wildland fires are burning in Idaho as of September 12 according to the National Interagency Fire Center. …

Former Jefferson County Prosecutor sentenced to federal prison

October 9, 2024 2:01 PM Curtis Jackson

U.S. District Judge Lynn Winmill sentenced Robin Dunn to three and a half years (42 months) in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised…

Wells Fargo volunteers help renovate Pocatello park

October 9, 2024 11:31 AM Sam Ross

NeighborWorks Pocatello recently receive a $40,000 grant from Wells Fargo and an additional $10,000 from the Ifft Foundation to make improvements to…

Idaho’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction visits area schools

October 8, 2024 5:08 PM Stephanie Lucas

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield visited Hibbard Elementary School on Tuesday…

TRAFFIC ALERT: 1st Street in Ammon to close near Hitt Road beginning Wednesday

October 8, 2024 4:49 PM Curtis Jackson

A portion of 1st Street in Ammon will be closed starting Wednesday, October 9.
Drivers will need to use Lincoln, 17th, or the new John Adams Parkway…

FIRE WATCH: Updated closures for Red Rock/Black Eagle and Garden Fire

September 12, 2024 12:41 PM News Team

21 wildland fires are burning in Idaho as of September 12 according to the National Interagency Fire Center. …

Search for Stephanie Crane continues after 31 years

October 8, 2024 3:47 PM Curtis Jackson

Local law enforcement continue to look for Stephanie Crane 31 years after her…

SHARED: Northern Lights highlight the skies

October 8, 2024 11:17 AM Curtis Jackson

Several photographers shared their photos from Monday night of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, with Local News 8.…

Family Services Alliance celebrates new remodel

October 8, 2024 1:40 PM Sam Ross

Family Services Alliance is holding a ribbon cutting for their newly remodeled all-purpose room on Tuesday, October…

INL to host Family Nuclear Science Night as part of Nuclear Science Week

October 8, 2024 9:04 AM News Team

INL invites local students and their families to attend Family Nuclear Science Night, a STEM event that introduces visitors to nuclear science,…

Power County Sheriff’s Office looking for info on reported vandalism

October 8, 2024 5:50 AM News Team

The Power County Sheriff’s Office is looking for any information on a car and people after a vandalism report on Morgan Road, near the Lake…

East Idaho Aquarium faces animal abuse allegations – Local News 8 Investigates

October 7, 2024 9:02 PM Seth Ratliff

Fish and game records document that dozens of birds were “stepped on,” “sat on,” or otherwise crushed to death by customers during hands-on…

East Idaho woman helping with hurricane response in South

October 7, 2024 1:23 PM Sam Ross

Kris Mullen, of Chubbuck, is in Tallahasee, Florida helping the Red Cross distribute food, water, and tools to those affected by hurricane Helene and…

Wildfire burning near Boise grows to an estimated 9,412 acres

October 4, 2024 10:36 AM Curtis Jackson

A wildfire burning near Boise has grown to over 2,000 acres since it started in the early morning hours Friday.…

Nampa driver airlifted after car hits semi

October 4, 2024 5:03 PM News Team

A Honda Accord rear-ended a semi-truck Friday at the intersection of State Highway 33 and I-15 in Jefferson County. Driver of the Honda was…

‘Internet for All’ approved in Idaho

October 4, 2024 5:31 PM Noah Farley

“In the year 2024, there is no one in this country that does not deserve to have access to the…

Pocatello quilting event begins Friday

October 4, 2024 10:49 AM Sam Ross

The Portneuf Valley Quilters Guild is hosting ‘Quiltfest’ at the Mountain View Event Center on October…

15-year-old killed in crash, 2 others injured

October 3, 2024 12:58 PM Curtis Jackson

A 15-year-old boy was killed and three others injured in an accident Wednesday evening. Three others were…

Teacher of the Year

October 3, 2024 3:30 PM Ariel Jensen

School District 91 is excited to announce that Four of its educators were recognized at the Idaho Speech Arts Teachers Association (ISATA)…

Google Fiber internet debuts in Pocatello

October 3, 2024 11:25 AM Sam Ross

Google’s ‘GFiber’ internet is debuting in Pocatello with an event celebrating the first customers to get connected to the…

New fees take effect for Idaho Falls city services

October 1, 2024 5:22 PM Sam Ross

Idaho Falls’ 2024/2025 fiscal year budget includes some increased costs of city…

Governor says new water mitigation plan nearing finish line

October 1, 2024 9:27 AM News Team

Water users and groundwater users are nearing the finish line on a new mitigation plan according to the Governor and others.…

Chipotle opens to long lines in Rexburg

September 30, 2024 9:27 PM Noah Farley

Dozens of people line-up for the opening of Chipotle Mexican Grill.…

Forum to talk about pros and cons of open primaries and ranked-choice voting in Idaho

September 30, 2024 3:56 PM Seth Ratliff

The forum on Proposition 1 starts at 7pm at the Shilo Inn, 780 Lindsay Blvd., Idaho Falls, Idaho.…

ITD starts “Name a Snowplow” contest

September 30, 2024 10:59 AM News Team

Starting October 1, eighth grade students across Idaho are invited to participate with their classrooms to submit a…

Idaho cities counting their lead pipes

September 27, 2024 4:43 PM Sam Ross

Cities around Idaho are working on their lead service line inventories ahead of the Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) October 16…

Apples being removed in Ashton to avoid attracting bears

September 27, 2024 12:18 PM Noah Farley

Apples are serious bear attractants in the fall and can make bears come into areas they normally…

Woman killed in train collision in Idaho Falls

September 26, 2024 10:24 AM Curtis Jackson

A woman was killed Wednesday in a train collision near Idaho…

Firearm found on Highland High School campus, Authorities say there is no threat to students

September 26, 2024 8:44 AM Curtis Jackson

A firearm was found unattended on the Highland High School campus Thursday morning. There is no active threat to…

20 charged in large-scale drug investigation

September 25, 2024 5:44 PM News Team

20 people were charged with drug trafficking charges in the Magic…

Health advisory issued for west side of Henry’s Lake

September 25, 2024 3:57 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is issuing a health advisory for the west side of Henry’s Lake near Island Park, urging caution when…

Armed robbery leads to officer-involved shooting in Boise

September 25, 2024 2:08 PM Stephanie Lucas

An armed robbery led to an officer-involved shooting in Boise on Tuesday night.…

Fremont Deputies investigate human remains found in desert

September 25, 2024 12:13 PM Curtis Jackson

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office said human remains were located northwest of St. Anthony on Sunday in a remote area of the desert.…

Small number of quagga mussels detected in Snake River near Twin Falls

September 25, 2024 11:46 AM Curtis Jackson

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced that another small number of quagga mussels were detected in the Twin Falls area in the…

Pocatello asking for public comment on housing grant application

September 25, 2024 1:43 PM Sam Ross

The City of Pocatello wants residents to review and comment on their grant application to fund housing projects across the…

Island Park area seeing more bear attacks this year

September 24, 2024 10:53 PM Seth Ratliff

The Caribou-Targhee National Forest experienced a significant increase in bear activity throughout the summer in the…

Bookmobile brings the library to rural Idaho areas

September 24, 2024 1:05 PM Sam Ross

The South Bannock Library District uses its Bookmobile to bring books to readers in rural Idaho areas without access to a brick-and-mortar…

Survey names Idaho Falls Community Hospital as a top patient-recommended hospital

September 24, 2024 11:53 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Community Hospital was named a top patient-recommended hospital, according to Becker’s Hospital Review. Only five Idaho hospitals made…

Rexburg police investigate possible explosive devices at 2nd West and Main Street

September 23, 2024 5:43 PM News Team

Rexburg Police discovered what they described as potential “explosive devices” inside a truck during a routine traffic stop. Based on the latest…

Idaho State University received millions in donations in fiscal year 2024

September 23, 2024 12:41 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State University received $18 million in donations for their 2024 fiscal year–$4 million more than last…

Bannock County Emergency Management urging residents to download early alert system app

September 23, 2024 12:39 PM Sam Ross

The Bannock County Office of Emergency Management wants residents to get the ‘myAlerts’ emergency warning system app–which gives updates on…

Idaho Falls Power negotiating agreement with Aalo Atomics – Small Modular Reactors coming to Idaho Falls

September 23, 2024 4:49 PM Seth Ratliff

A new form of power is coming to Idaho Falls power customers. The city of Idaho Falls is partnering with the nuclear engineering company Aalo…

Craters of the Moon gets new interpretive waysides

September 20, 2024 5:29 PM Noah Farley

“It’s important for us that…the peoples who still have a connection to our homelands are recognized, and that their knowledge and their history…

Tips for getting your yard tools ready for winter

September 19, 2024 3:08 PM Sam Ross

Winter is on the way, and getting your lawnmowers, weedwackers, and leaf blowers safely stored will have you ready to get back to work quicker in the…

Local oral surgeons offering free ‘smile makeover’

September 19, 2024 3:05 PM Sam Ross

The Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho are having their fifth annual Second Chance Program where a resident of Pocatello, Blackfoot, or Preston can…

Idaho Food Bank needs donations before the holidays

September 18, 2024 2:36 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Food Bank needs donations of money, food products, and volunteer time as they make their way through the school year into the holiday…

Homecoming bonfire Wednesday night at ISU

September 18, 2024 11:06 AM Sam Ross

Idaho State University will hold their annual homecoming bonfire Wednesday night at the ICCU…

Investing in our Aquifer – Opening of the South-Fork Aquifer Recharge Basin

September 17, 2024 4:01 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho water users are taking another step toward a healthy Snake River…

National Voter Registration Day on September 17

September 17, 2024 11:43 AM Sam Ross

National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 17,…

City of Pocatello seeking public input for trail grant application

September 12, 2024 1:30 PM Sam Ross

The City of Pocatello wants residents to weight-in on a new grant application proposal that would fund improvements to the Upper City Creek…

Friends of Minidoka and Museum of Idaho present new exhibit

September 16, 2024 5:21 PM Seth Ratliff

The Museum of Idaho and Friends of Minidoka have partnered to present a new local exhibit, Nisei Trials: 80 Years – Remembering the Minidoka Draft…

Thousands of students move-in to Rexburg this weekend

September 13, 2024 4:49 PM Ariel Jensen

“It was kind of crazy. I thought we were going to, you know, beat the morning rush, but we definitely were just right in it,” one BYU-Idaho student…

U Pick Red Barn provides a fun day for those with special needs

September 13, 2024 3:55 PM Ariel Jensen

U Pick Red Barn in Idaho Falls will open this Saturday to the general public. But on Friday, those with special needs and their parents enjoyed…

Idaho ranked 4th nationally in family income growth

September 13, 2024 11:18 AM News Team

Idaho experienced statistically significant changes in its median family income from 2022, rising by 2.7%. The state ranked 4th in growth nationally,…

2-car crash diverted traffic on US 20 near Rexburg

September 13, 2024 10:28 AM Curtis Jackson

A two-car accident backed up traffic on US Highway 20 near Rexburg Friday morning.…

Make-A-Wish Idaho breaks record number of wishes granted again

September 13, 2024 10:48 AM Noah Farley

Exactly half of the wishes granted during the 2023-24 fiscal year were to visit a Disney theme…

Explosion at an Idaho gas station leaves two critically injured and others presumed dead

September 12, 2024 6:04 PM Associated Press

Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Officials say two people were badly burned and two others are believed to be dead after an explosion and fire…

Bryan Kohberger’s trial to move to Ada County, new judge assigned

September 12, 2024 12:32 PM Curtis Jackson

The Idaho Supreme Court announced they have reassigned Bryan Kohbergers murder case to a new judge in Ada County.…

Idaho State University to compete in Esports for the first time

September 12, 2024 2:00 PM Sam Ross

The ISU Esports teams will be holding their first competitive video gaming competitions this…

Fish salvage order issued for the Jensen Grove Pond

September 12, 2024 11:17 AM News Team

Idaho Fish and Game’s Southeast Region has issued a salvage order for the pond at Jensen Grove Park in Blackfoot, effective Sept. 20 through Oct.…

Lightning sparks wildfire on Fort Hall Reservation

September 11, 2024 4:49 AM Linda Larsen

A wildfire broke out on the Fort Hall Reservation south of Blackfoot, Idaho, on Tuesday night, September 10,…

Bonneville School District 93 breaks ground on Willow Creek Elementary

September 11, 2024 3:36 PM William Syslo

Today, September 11, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., the Bonneville School District 93 will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Willow Creek Elementary…

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb honors fallen at ICCU Arena

September 11, 2024 3:51 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State University will be hosting the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb where community members and first responders will climb 110 stairs in honor of…

9/11 commemorative flag-raising ceremony to be held at Bannock County courthouse

September 11, 2024 3:53 PM Sam Ross

A flag-raising ceremony and public reading of ‘The Events as they Unfolded’, a chronological account of the morning of September 11th, will be held…

Local News 8, Eastern Idaho State Fair donate school supplies to Henry’s Fork Elementary

September 11, 2024 12:37 PM Michael Shiverdecker

Henry’s Fork Elementary School in St. Anthony received a much-needed boost in school supplies thanks to the generosity of people attending the…

Bannock County Democrats gather to watch presidential debate

September 11, 2024 9:22 AM Sam Ross

Bannock County Democrats gathered at the Pocatello Elks Lodge to cheer on democratic candidate…

Island Park named America’s ‘Best Small Mountain Town’

September 10, 2024 12:00 PM Stephanie Lucas

Travel Plus Leisure Magazine says Island Park is the best small mountain town in…

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 scores among highest in the state on ISAT

September 10, 2024 5:42 PM Sam Ross

The results of the 2024 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) show that Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is one of the highest scoring large…

Kohberger case likely won’t move to eastern Idaho

September 10, 2024 10:34 AM Kailey Galaviz

After a Latah County Judge approved a change of venue for Bryan Kohberger’s case, questions are swirling as to where he will be…

Custer County Sheriff evacuates people around the Frog Fire

September 9, 2024 9:44 PM Curtis Jackson

Evacuations are underway for those in the East Fork of the Salmon River off of Highway 75 between Challis and Clayton.…

Portneuf District Library offering free online tutoring for library card holders

September 9, 2024 12:19 PM Sam Ross

The Portneuf District Library has partnered with Tutor.com to offer free online tutoring services–and all you need is a library…

Judge grants Kohberger’s murder trial to be moved to new venue

September 9, 2024 10:28 AM Curtis Jackson

Bryan Kohberger’s trial will be moved from Moscow. Judge John Judge released his decision on Monday granting the change of venue motion.…

Wapiti Fire Update: Small portion of Highway 21 opens for residents

September 9, 2024 11:15 AM Curtis Jackson

The Custer County Sheriff’s office has shortened the closure of State Highway 21 near Stanley, allowing some residents to return home without a pass.…