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Train, farm truck collide near Aberdeen

September 5, 2024 1:27 PM Curtis Jackson

A train collided with a farm truck in rural Bingham County on…

FIRE WATCH: Residents allowed to return home near Stanley

September 5, 2024 11:28 AM Curtis Jackson

The Custer County Sheriff’s Office has moved Zone 1’s evacuation status back to the SET. The other Zones which include Zone 2, 3, 4, 5 and Casino…

Delta to provide a larger jet for flights between Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City

September 5, 2024 11:09 AM Curtis Jackson

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport announced Thursday Delta Airlines will soon be using a larger aircraft to fly between Idaho Falls and Salt Lake…

What ‘unhealthy’ air quality could mean for Pocatello residents

September 4, 2024 5:08 PM Sam Ross

Wildfire smoke from the west is blowing into the Portneuf Valley, making Wednesday’s air quality “unhealthy for sensitive…

Bannock County offices open for business despite construction

September 4, 2024 1:00 PM Sam Ross

Bannock County offices want to remind residents that they are open for services despite renovation construction that has closed a section of 6th…

FIRE WATCH: Wapiti Fire grows to 110,425

September 4, 2024 11:53 AM Curtis Jackson

Wapiti Fire grew to 110,425 acres on Tuesday with 4% containment.

Fire managers said all firelines are holding even though they saw an increase in…

Dozens attend candlelight vigil for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September 4, 2024 9:08 AM Sam Ross

Dozens of people attended a candlelight vigil at Lookout Point Tuesday evening as part of Suicide Prevention Awareness…

FIRE WATCH: Evacuations continue for people near Hailey

September 3, 2024 12:52 PM Curtis Jackson

The Blaine County Sheriff’s office have evacuated homes near the Glendale Fire is burning 5 miles southwest of Bellevue.…

Fort Hall Fire Department breaks ground on new fire station

September 3, 2024 12:59 PM Sam Ross

The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, the Fort Hall Fire Department, and Representative Mike Simpson gathered on Tuesday morning to break ground on the new…

FIRE WATCH: Wapiti Fire grows to over 108,000 acres

September 3, 2024 11:59 AM Curtis Jackson

The Wapiti Fire has increased to over 108,017 acres. The lightning-caused fire is burning between the cities of Stanley and Lowman in the Sawtooth…

Man arrested after he barricaded himself in a home

September 3, 2024 11:21 AM Curtis Jackson

Police have arrested a 34-year-old man who barricaded himself inside a home Tuesday morning, Sept. 3, 2024.…

Local young man sets records in bike races around the world

September 2, 2024 5:19 PM Noah Farley

The last race was 1,200 miles long and took nine days to…

Local news icons honored for their years in broadcasting

August 30, 2024 4:22 PM Curtis Jackson

On Friday, the Idaho History of Broadcasting Foundation honored Jay Hildebrandt and Karole Honas for their service to the community at a luncheon in…

Over 15 chihuahuas rescued from Blackfoot home

August 30, 2024 12:32 PM Sam Ross

The Blackfoot Animal Shelter & Rescue had a sudden influx of chihuahuas earlier this week when over fifteen dogs were rescued from a hoarder…

Child safety advocates see rise in counterfeit car seat online purchases

August 30, 2024 10:41 AM Noah Farley

There are several red flags to tell if a car seat is…

Wapiti Fire grows to nearly 90,000 acres, community meeting set for Thursday evening in Stanley

August 29, 2024 12:20 PM Curtis Jackson

The Wapiti Fire burning near Stanley grew nearly 19,000 acres Wednesday to a total of 89,714 acres.…

Idaho cats at high risk for bird flu

August 29, 2024 5:01 PM Noah Farley

Veterinarians are connecting this to the outbreak at dairy…

ISP Trooper honored with Silver Star for stopping high-speed chase

August 29, 2024 4:09 PM News Team

Thursday, Corporal Travis Gurney was presented the Silver Star in recognition of his heroic actions in the face of danger, which reflect law…

Idaho murder suspect wants trial moved after survey results say town will ‘burn the courthouse down’ if he’s acquitted

August 29, 2024 3:34 PM CNN

Lawyers for Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, argued Thursday to move his trial out of Latah…

Idaho Food Bank working to feed students in Back-to-School campaign

August 29, 2024 12:01 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Food Bank is starting the school year by providing food to students through their School Pantry and Backpack programs, part of their…

Riley Gaines joins Governor Brad Little as he signs the Defending Women’s Sports Act

August 28, 2024 6:10 PM Tucker Robertson

Governor Little has signed the Defending Women’s Sports Act. The executive order seeks to counter the Biden administration’s rewrite of Title…

Crispy Cones plans to open store on Hitt Road in Idaho Falls

June 21, 2024 12:40 PM News Team

Crispy Cones announced it will be opening a store in Idaho Falls.…

YMCA to open new learning center to help parents of 1 to 5 year olds

August 28, 2024 3:26 PM News Team

Idaho Falls YMCA is opening a new learning center on the ISU campus in Idaho Falls. Donovan Stokes stopped by the studio to explain what the new…

“No, Bonneville County is not a sanctuary city” – ICE mixup melts on closer inspection

August 28, 2024 2:44 PM Seth Ratliff

Misguided rumors are circulating online that three Idaho counties, including Bonneville County, are sanctuaries for illegal…

Pocatello Police searching for suspect who stole a car with an infant inside

August 28, 2024 4:36 PM Sam Ross

A Pocatello woman’s car was stolen with her 4-month-old baby inside on Tuesday…

Wyoming search and rescue helicopter helps rescue hiker Sun Valley

August 28, 2024 12:22 PM Curtis Jackson

Teton County Search and Rescue’s helicopter team was called to help rescue an injured hiker off a central Idaho mountain this past…

Pocatello school district reminds parents and drivers about school bus safety

August 28, 2024 2:41 PM Sam Ross

With almost all students back in school for the year, Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 has some important reminders for how parents and drivers…

Local News 8’s Jeff Roper visits with Jeff Foxworthy Part 2

August 28, 2024 11:04 AM News Team

Jeff Roper visits with Jeff Foxworthy, who will perform at the Eastern Idaho State Fair on September 5, 2024.…

Fire quickly controlled along I-86 near American Falls

August 28, 2024 9:22 AM Curtis Jackson

On Tuesday, Firefighters managed to control a brush fire along Interstate 86 near American…

Idaho’s water future – Governor commits more funding to preserving eastern Snake Plain aquifer

August 27, 2024 4:12 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho’s Governor is committing another $10-million to projects designed to improve the Eastern Snake Plain aquifer. Governor Brad Little announced…

The City of Pocatello will hold their first open house to discuss parks plan

August 27, 2024 2:05 PM Sam Ross

The first open house to discuss Pocatello’s Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces, and Trails (PROST) Plan will take place August 28, at 6 p.m. at Pocatello…

Kroger and Albertsons defend merger plan in federal court against US regulators’ objections

August 26, 2024 1:02 AM Associated Press

Associated Press Writers PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Supermarket chain Albertsons told a federal judge Monday that it might have to lay off workers,…

Highway 33 reopened – Storm cleanup begins for Newdale homeowners

August 26, 2024 4:56 PM Seth Ratliff

Highway 33 from Newdale to Tetonia has reopened after dozens of power poles were knocked over on Friday evening. Homeowners along the stretch of…

Broken Pocatello water main repaired Sunday morning

August 26, 2024 1:32 PM Sam Ross

A water main that broke on Saturday night and caused road shutdowns and flooding in homes in Pocatello was repaired on Sunday…

Virtual auditions for American Idol open for Idahoans Monday

August 23, 2024 1:02 PM Kailey Galaviz

American Idol is inviting you to virtually tryout for the singing competition show. They are bringing back virtual auditions across the nation,…

Madison County issues burn ban

August 21, 2024 3:39 PM Curtis Jackson

Madison County. officials have issued a burn ban due to low fuel relative humidity. The ban will be in effect through October 15, 2024.…

Barbecue on the Quad kicks off ISU school year

August 21, 2024 4:21 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State University hosted their Student Involvement Fair and Student Union Barbecue to kick off the school’s Fall…

Idaho Fish and Game approves new temporary rules for bear hunting

August 21, 2024 12:01 PM News Team

Temporary rules are intended to improve chances of delisting grizzly bears in…

Funding changes in Idaho schools – “Keep kids in the classroom”

August 21, 2024 4:29 PM Seth Ratliff

Eastern Idaho is heading back to school, but this year funding has shifted from enrollment to attendance…

Idaho Democrats send 27 delegates to the national convention

August 21, 2024 9:26 AM Stephanie Lucas

Idaho party chair Rep. Lauren Necochea spoke to Local News 8 from the convention on Tuesday.…

Custer County Sheriff looking for 63-year-old man

August 21, 2024 9:05 AM News Team

The Custer County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 63-year-old Ronald Wayne Jenks. He was last seen at the end of July at Yankee Fork State Park in…

Train collides with semi-trailer in Hamer

August 20, 2024 5:57 PM Curtis Jackson

A train collided with a semi’s trailer near Hamer Tuesday…

Air Idaho Rescue celebrates decade of saving lives in West Yellowstone

August 20, 2024 5:23 PM Seth Ratliff

Air Idaho Rescue is celebrating a decade of saving lives in the crown jewel of our nation’s park…

Construction crews concerned about tool thefts

August 20, 2024 1:53 PM Noah Farley

Grant Belnap from H. C. Construction came to work at a construction site Monday morning to find an unwanted…

TRAFFIC ALERT: New I-86 to I-15 northbound ramp opens Tuesday evening

August 20, 2024 1:31 PM News Team

Motorists heading north from I-86 to I-15 will begin using a new ramp on Tuesday evening.…

Grand opening of Ross Park pickleball courts postponed

August 20, 2024 11:49 AM Sam Ross

The grand opening of the Con Gilmore Pickleball Courts in Ross Park has been postponed after heavy rains damaged the fresh top layer of the courts…

Benny’s Pantry offers free groceries for ISU students

August 15, 2024 6:27 PM Sam Ross

Classes for Idaho State University students start Monday, and Benny’s Pantry offers free food and personal care items for…

Incredible survival – How 89-year-old Bing Olbum’s family reacted to his safe return

August 14, 2024 4:55 PM Seth Ratliff

Missing hiker, Bing Olbum, was found safe after his camp was located late Saturday night, after the 89 year old survived an incredible 10 days alone…

Woman rescued from 100-foot steep embankment in Gibson Jack area

August 14, 2024 12:19 PM Curtis Jackson

The Bannock County Sheriff’s office said a woman was rescued from a 100-foot embankment in the Gibson Jack area early Tuesday…

Idaho Supreme Court rules Open Primaries Initiative can remain on November ballot

August 14, 2024 11:48 AM Stephanie Lucas

The open primaries initiative will be on the ballot in November after a ruling from the Idaho Supreme Court. The court ruled against the challenges…

Caribou County boy auctions prized pig to raise money for friend with cancer

August 14, 2024 11:26 AM Sam Ross

Flint Van Buren, 9, has become a local hero after he decided to auction his beloved 4-H pig, Piggy Smalls, to raise money for his friend who was…

Cup Bop opens new location in Pocatello

August 14, 2024 8:50 AM Sam Ross

Cup Bop held its grand opening in Pocatello on Tuesday.…

Bannock County to renovate Veteran’s Memorial Building

August 13, 2024 11:04 PM Curtis Jackson

Bannock County found a way to thank our veterans by renovating the county Veteran’s Memorial…

Thunderstorms bring rain and wind to eastern Idaho

August 13, 2024 4:16 PM Curtis Jackson

Thunderstorms rumbled across eastern Idaho Tuesday afternoon bringing wind and rain. So far, no damage has been reported.…

Idaho Falls breaks ground for new power plant

August 12, 2024 10:46 PM News Team

City officials broke ground Monday for a new power plant on Iona Road and Yellowstone Highway.…

Lance Broncho pleads guilty – Idaho Falls murder suspect accepts plea deal

August 12, 2024 5:21 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho Falls murder suspect Lance Broncho was back in court Monday, changing his plea to guilty in response to a plea agreement from the Bonneville…

Non-profit group Crossroad Park buys Chad Daybell property

August 9, 2024 11:05 PM News Team

An anonymous donor has purchased the Chad Daybell house north of Rexburg. They plan to give it to a new non-profit group called Crossroad Park which…

Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms passed away

August 9, 2024 3:17 PM Curtis Jackson

Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms Idaho passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of…

Idaho Museum of Natural History debuts new exhibit

August 9, 2024 11:11 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Museum of Natural History is showcasing ‘The Art of Science’, a new exhibit featuring hand drawn pictures of local freshwater…

Dozens of kids turn out for Roaring Youth Jam

August 8, 2024 9:41 PM Seth Ratliff

Adults and kids of all ages take part in the fun and sometimes messy…

Ammon Mayor asks community to support near-drowning victim

August 8, 2024 9:28 PM News Team

Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti is asking for the community to come together in support of the teen who nearly drowned last weekend during Ammon…

Pocatello area Parade of Homes kicks off with ribbon cutting

August 8, 2024 4:47 PM Sam Ross

The 2024 Pocatello area Parade of Homes started Thursday with the grand opening ribbon cutting of the Inclusive Care Clinic Pharmacy in…

Don’t miss out: Idaho could be holding your unclaimed funds

August 7, 2024 7:20 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth visited the Idaho Potato Museum in Blackfoot on Wednesday.

She was there to let people know about unclaimed…

89-year-old hiker missing in Custer County

August 7, 2024 2:11 PM Curtis Jackson

The Custer County Sheriff’s office is looking for an 89-year-old hiker.

They are looking for Bing Olbum who left from Hunter Creek Trailhead on…

“I want that certainty as soon as possible”-Governor Little addresses groundwater users’ concerns

August 7, 2024 12:35 PM Seth Ratliff

The Governor told local News 8 he was confident in the progress the group has made ahead of the October 1st deadline for a new mitigation agreement…

Work begins to open Center Street underpass

August 7, 2024 3:24 PM Sam Ross

Crews are beginning work again to get the Center Street underpass open for traffic into Historic Downtown…

Idaho Falls Community turns out to connect with police officers at National Night Out

August 6, 2024 10:49 PM Linda Larsen

Tautphaus Park was packed with people anxious to see and hear the tools of the trade of our local law…

National Night out starts tonight at 5 in Tautphaus park

August 6, 2024 3:37 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday night, August 6th.…

Pocatello will use federal grant for 5th street improvements

August 6, 2024 2:02 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello was chosen to receive a $16.4 million grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency, which they said they will use to improve South 5th…

Nominate a family in need for Roof Rescue’s free roofing initiative

August 6, 2024 1:27 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho Falls contractors at Roof Rescue are asking for your help to find four exceptional community members or families that deserve free…

Two killed in motorcycle accident in Idaho Falls

August 5, 2024 10:38 PM News Team

Two people are dead following a crash in Idaho Falls early Sunday…

Senator Crapo celebrates $6 million gift to Idaho housing projects

August 5, 2024 12:58 PM Sam Ross

Senator Mike Crapo made a stop in Old Town Pocatello Monday at an event celebrating nearly $6 million in funding given to Idaho Housing projects by…

Local school supply drives help stock East Idaho students

August 2, 2024 12:38 PM Sam Ross

The school year is getting closer, and organizations and businesses in East Idaho are busy collecting school supplies for students in…

Firefighters burn down donated home for training

August 2, 2024 11:28 AM News Team

Firefighter with the Madison Fire Department have been doing training exercises at a home in…

Idaho’s fire season could be worse in August

August 2, 2024 12:00 PM Noah Farley

Between the above normal heat and exceptionally hot and dry conditions in July, live and dead fuels throughout southern Idaho have been quickly dried…

CEI breaks ground for new tech building

August 1, 2024 4:57 PM Noah Farley

“What a perfect way to leave a career here at College of Eastern…

Inmate who escaped from Boise hospital moved to Nez Perce County to face murder charges

August 1, 2024 11:47 AM News Team

The prisoner who escaped from a Boise hospital was transported to the Nez Perce County jail on…

Pocatello woman’s lost cat found in California

August 1, 2024 1:08 PM Sam Ross

After a harrowing series of events a Pocatello woman’s lost cat was found in Wildomar, California, nearly 900 miles…

Idaho’s new library law faces lawsuit over constitutional concerns

August 1, 2024 11:37 AM CNN Newsource

A new lawsuit is challenging Idaho’s House Bill 710, a law intended to restrict children’s access to harmful materials in libraries. The coalition…

Idaho DMV offers vehicle registration appointments virtually

August 1, 2024 11:11 AM News Team

Idahoans can now make a virtual appointment to renew their vehicle registration.…

Job fair set for Rexburg on Tuesday, August 5

July 31, 2024 7:48 PM News Team

Several companies will be at a job fair at the Veterans of Foreign Wars building in Rexburg at 480 West 2nd…

Outdoor restrooms get updated look

July 31, 2024 7:37 PM Curtis Jackson

Salmon artist Cayla Sanderson was tasked with beautifying some outhouses for the Bureau of Land…

Idaho State Police car parked on the highway

Driver injured in rollover on US 20 west of Idaho Falls

July 31, 2024 8:54 AM News Team

A 26-year-old man was taken to the hospital from a crash on US 20 west of Idaho Falls on Tuesday, July 30.…

Idaho DEQ offers app to help you keep track of air quality

July 30, 2024 9:10 PM News Team

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality said they have an app that can help you keep track of the air…

Bingham County deputy resigns after being charged with causing deadly accident

July 30, 2024 6:48 PM News Team

The Bingham County Sheriff Deputy involved in a car crash has resigned following an investigation into the accident.…

Body found in Power County near Pocatello

July 30, 2024 3:54 PM Sam Ross

Police found a body in the Trail Creek area of Power County on Sunday while searching for a missing…

Farmers use tractors to show the Idaho Governor they need answers about water curtailment

July 30, 2024 9:39 AM Curtis Jackson

East Idaho farmers are making a statement with Idaho Governor Brad Little by creating a tractor parade in Idaho…

Hundreds of fish die in American Falls Reservoir, A look what caused it

July 29, 2024 6:29 PM Noah Farley

Idaho Fish and Game says this was caused by the…

Thunder Fire near Salmon moves back to “Ready” evacuation status

July 29, 2024 12:05 PM Curtis Jackson

The evacuation status on the Thunder fire has been moved back to “Ready” status as crews continue to contain the fire.…

Utah man dies following motorcycle crash

July 22, 2024 4:01 PM News Team

Idaho State Police is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred southbound I15 at mp 179.1, at 10:51 am, on Monday, July 22,…

Air quality expected to be in ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’ category due to wildfire smoke Monday afternoon

July 29, 2024 11:32 AM News Team

DEQ is warning air quality will increase to the Unhealth For Sensitive Group category on Monday afternoon due to smoke moving in from surrounding…

Preston celebrates 20 years of ‘Napoleon Dynamite’

July 26, 2024 5:39 PM Linda Larsen

You can find people wearing moon boots, eating tater tots, and voting for Pedro. But most of all, they are having…

Garbage truck driver surprises toddler with toy truck

July 26, 2024 4:18 PM News Team

A 3-year-old Salmon boy loves garbage day. That’s when he gets to see his best friend,…

Video shows escape through flames and smoke as wildfire begins burning the outskirts of Idaho town

July 26, 2024 2:51 PM Associated Press

William Howard went to the north-central Idaho town of Juliaetta on Thursday to help a friend after a lightning-sparked wildfire began tearing…

How did this happen? Truck wheel kills innocent bystander

July 26, 2024 4:58 PM Noah Farley

Local News 8 spoke with a truck driver to learn what may have caused the semi-trailer wheel to come…

Grand Teton Mall celebrates 40th birthday

July 26, 2024 12:05 PM Sam Ross

The Grand Teton Mall is hosting a week long party to commemorate 40 years since it first opened on August 1,…

People flee Idaho town through a tunnel of fire and smoke as Western wildfires spread

July 26, 2024 11:10 AM Associated Press

Lightning strikes have sparked fast-moving wildfires in Idaho, prompting the evacuation of multiple communities, including one where a man drove past…