Idaho’s July unemployment rate decreases to 3.6%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased between June and July, from 3.7% to 3.6%.
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Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased between June and July, from 3.7% to 3.6%.
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The U.S. Department of Energy awarded $100 million to Salmon-based Formation Holdings US, Inc., also known as Jervois, to build a commercial cobalt refinery as part of a national initiative to secure domestic critical mineral supply chains.
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The Caribou-Targhee National Forest is scheduled to temporarily close a section of Forest Road 195 in the Dubois Ranger District from August 25 through September 4 for culvert replacement.
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Bonneville Joint School District 93 is celebrating the opening of Willow Creek Elementary, a new school built in one of the district’s fastest-growing areas.
District leaders are holding a grand-opening ceremony Thursday evening, with several speakers scheduled before the ribbon cutting later in the event.
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Bonneville County leaders declared September 12th as 2026’s missing persons day to raise awareness for active cases like that of Amber Hoopes, who went missing 25 years ago.
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Micron Technology announced plans to invest $10 billion over the next decade to establish a new memory research lab in Boise, Idaho, which is scheduled to break ground in 2027.
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Canyon County’s misdemeanor probation department has been coordinating with ICE to share a list of foreign-born probationers, raising concerns among legal advocates regarding the potential detention of U.S. citizens and legal residents.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – One color is lighting up homes, yards, and social media across Idaho Falls this week — all in support of 18-year-old Dominic Nuñez as he continues his fight against cancer. Dom’s favorite color is green, and community members are turning that favorite color into a visible show of support. People
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Idaho placed 1st overall, 3rd in safety, 7th in economy, 10th in affordability and 22nd in education and health. Learn why from the experts…
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A Thunder Ridge High School math teacher is back in Eastern Idaho after spending nearly a year in Washington, D.C., working with the U.S. Air Force on national STEM education efforts.
Natalie Woods was selected from a nationwide pool of educators for the 2025-26 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship. The 11-month program places accomplished STEM teachers in federal agencies and congressional offices, where they bring classroom experience into national education work while gaining a broader understanding of federal programs and resources. Woods served with the Department of the Air Force in its Air & Space K-12 STEM Outreach office.
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Eight qualified applicants have been announced by the Seventh Judicial District Magistrates Commission to succeed retiring Magistrate Judge Scott H. Hansen in Bingham County.
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The Idaho Falls Zoo is scheduled to open its new immersive Islands exhibit on September 3, featuring animal habitats and interactive experiences focused on the conservation challenge of habitat fragmentation.
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Andrea Shaw, a Payette woman accused of murdering her 18-month-old twins, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder on Tuesday and is scheduled for a jury trial starting Jan. 11, 2027.
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A 30-year-old Rigby woman was hospitalized Tuesday after police say she ran a stop sign north of Idaho Falls, leading to a two-vehicle crash.
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Gov. Brad Little has appointed Judge Jason Scott to serve on the Idaho Supreme Court. Scott will fill the vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Chief Justice Richard Bevan, effective Oct. 30. “Judge Scott has dedicated his career to the law and to serving the people of Idaho,” Little said.
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What are your back-to-school supply budgeting tips?
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses is warning licensees about scammers impersonating the agency or professional licensing boards. DOPL says scammers may contact licensees by phone, email or other methods while claiming to be investigators with the division. In some cases, scammers tell licensees they are under investigation for
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Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador is joining a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general taking Meta to trial over allegations the company designed Facebook and Instagram in ways that encouraged compulsive use among children and teens.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Heads up, Idaho Falls Drivers! There is some new summer road work that you want to know about ahead of your daily commute this week. Drivers across Idaho Falls should expect lane closures, restricted parking, and traffic delays as contractors begin a citywide chip-seal project. HK Contractors began chip-seal work
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a recently missing 11-year-old boy who hasn’t been seen since early Monday afternoon.
Police believe 11-year-old Otto Crew left his home on Saturn Ave. sometime after 12:30 p.m. today, August 17. Authorities have not released information regarding the circumstances of his departure, nor have they noted any critical medical conditions.
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A California man named Andrew Rumbo-Ochoa was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison for his role in a multi-state pharmacy burglary ring that targeted prescription opioids.
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Isolated thunderstorms continue to move through, with lingering monsoonal moisture and a trough moving into the top of the week’s forecast. Most of these isolated storms will dodge the Snake River Plain and impact the Central Mountains and Southeastern Idaho, as well as the Southwest Wyoming border. The thunderstorms seen and felt this Monday will
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Musicians, artists, filmmakers and families gathered near Ririe this weekend as South Fork Fest celebrated its fifth year.
Held at Aspen Grove Inn, the festival combines live performances with film screenings, open mics, songwriter rounds and workshops covering music, art, photography and other activities.
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UPDATE: According to the Madison County Sherriff’s office April Jensen has been found.
We’ll have more information as it becomes available.
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The Jefferson County Fair wrapped up its week in Rigby Saturday, marking the end of days of livestock competitions, community events and months of work for local 4-H and FFA members.
For some young exhibitors, the final day also meant saying goodbye to animals they had spent much of the year raising.
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A Taylor Swift tribute band is bringing a little Eras Tour energy to Idaho Falls tonight — but the story goes beyond the music.
Find out why acts like Taylorville may be Taylor-made for Idaho Falls’ growing arts scene.
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A U.S. District Judge ruled key portions of Idaho’s near-total abortion ban unconstitutional, protecting the right to abortion in cases where a pregnancy threatens a woman’s life or health.
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Champs Heart, a local organization committed to providing equine encounters and rides for veterans and children with special needs in the community, received the first Idaho Service Spotlight presented by Senator Jim Risch. The national recognition puts Champs Heart on the map as a community impact organization.
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Starting Monday, August 17, nighttime road repairs and paving are scheduled to take place on U.S. Highway 20 north of Sugar City through mid-September.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a semi-truck crash that injured two people early Friday morning.
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CEI officially opened its new Future Tech Building — but the bigger story is the workforce it hopes to build inside it.
With Idaho National Laboratory expanding its work in nuclear energy and technology, leaders say eastern Idaho needs more skilled workers in fields like mechatronics, cybersecurity, robotics, engineering and energy systems.
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WATCH LIVE: The College of Eastern Idaho is officially cutting the ribbon on its new Future Tech Building today.
Gov. Brad Little, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch and INL Director John Wagner are among those expected to participate in today’s ceremony.
Watch the ribbon cutting LIVE beginning at 1 p.m. local time on LocalNews8.com
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A man was shot while attempting to force entry into a home in the Mackay area of Custer County, Idaho, on Tuesday morning.
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The College of Eastern Idaho is scheduled to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony this Thursday for its new Future Tech Building, which will house various technology and workforce-focused programs.
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A bat found in Mackay, Idaho, has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to remind residents to keep pet vaccinations current and seek immediate medical attention if exposure is suspected.
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Southeastern Idaho Public Health is urging residents to stay current on vaccinations as pertussis cases increase across the region.
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The persistent dry weather of the past few days is finally coming to an end, as scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some of these storms may feature gusty outflow winds, and localized heavy downpours will likely precede a significantly wetter outlook on Thursday. An abnormally moist airmass
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175 Front Street is being developed through a collaborative effort involving Teton Valley Housing, the Idaho Housing and Finance Association and other local partners.
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ROBERTS, Idaho (KIFI) – A cross-country road trip usually involves a car, a suitcase, and plenty of gas. For Roberts’ Riley Mickelsen, his journey involves his Mustang named Dasher — and a much bigger goal. Mickelsen is currently making his way north from his home in Eastern Idaho with plans to reach Canada while riding
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ISLAND PARK, Idaho — A longtime Island Park fly shop is celebrating five decades of helping anglers experience one of Idaho’s most well-known rivers. Henry’s Fork Anglers is marking its 50th anniversary this week with a series of public events celebrating the business’s history, its guides and customers, and the Henry’s Fork itself. The business
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First responders are on the scene of a gas leak near the intersection of Boulevard and Anderson Street in Idaho Falls Tuesday evening.
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AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — All 28 state parks across Idaho have announced a 25% discount on camping through the end of August. All types of camping, from tents and RV hookups to cabins, are discounted. Although camping options vary between parks, state parks across Idaho offer visitors a variety of experiences. One of those
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Prosecutors in Fremont County have dismissed or reduced charges against several individuals involved in an investigation into alleged voter fraud during a 2023 election in Island Park, Idaho.
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A Wolverine has been spotted in the Idaho wilderness, but probably not the one wildlife officials are usually looking for.
Actor Hugh Jackman, best known for playing Wolverine in Marvel’s “X-Men” film franchise, appears to be spending some time in Sun Valley.
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The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium officially introduced a four-month-old African lion cub named Kiazi on Monday, timed with World Lion Day. Named “potato” in Swahili to honor her father Hondo’s Idaho roots.
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An intruder was shot by a homeowner in their residence at Mt. McCaleb Estates in Mackay. Deputies are on scene.
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William Burton, 62, was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to being an accessory to a 2022 murder in Idaho Falls.
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Firefighters are making “steady and consistent” progress on the Big Rock Fire, as crews achieve 85% containment. Today’s update marks the final daily briefing from the Big Rock Type 3 Incident Management Team as command is returned to the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) Great Basin Unit 3.
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The Heise Fire continues to burn 20 miles northeast of Idaho Falls, burning a total of 2142 sparked by a lightning strike. As of Sunday, August 9, the fire has reached 72% containment.
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From exploring the various pieces of literature to appreciating the joys of books, the holiday gives everyone a chance to participate in their summer reading.
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“We must unleash more of the energy potential within matter and use it to overcome the tyranny of distance across our solar system, especially as we venture farther away from our star,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman Friday in Idaho Falls.
Watch the full press conference at link below.
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Twin Falls Police released new information Friday about the August 1 mass shooting at the city’s In-N-Out Burger, saying investigators still have no known motive while confirming the suspect acted alone. The investigation remains active with assistance from the FBI, Idaho State Police and the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office.
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Three people were airlifted to hospitals following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 75 south of Stanley on August 6.
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A 20-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed Thursday evening in a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck south of Idaho Falls.
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RIRIE, Idaho (KIFI) – Firefighters continue making steady progress on the Big Rock Fire, with containment increasing to 54% as crews work to secure fire lines and eliminate remaining hot spots. The lightning-caused wildfire, which started one week ago on July 31, is now mapped at 2,142 acres. Fire officials say the slight decrease in
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With Raspberry Days around the corner, Idaho State Police is urging people to put safety first following several fatal incidents in the area this summer.
“We’ve seen firsthand how quickly a fun day can turn tragic,” Capt. Clint Skinner said. “As we welcome thousands of visitors for Raspberry Days, we’re asking everyone to slow down, wear a seat belt, wear a life jacket on the water and never drive impaired. A few responsible decisions can make the difference between a safe weekend and a tragedy.”
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FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI)- The 61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival began Thursday at the Shoshone-Bannock Festival Grounds in Fort Hall. The four-day gathering runs through this Sunday under the theme “One people, one purpose, one future.” The festival originated in August 1964 when then-recreation director Reeves Nawoosky organized a social powwow to celebrate a successful summer
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Two men, James T. Cooper and Tony P. Goans, were arrested and charged with grand theft following a multi-agency investigation that recovered over $50,000 in stolen property across Idaho and Utah.
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The Madison Fire Department reported that the Byrne Side fire, which burned approximately 150 acres south of Rexburg, has been fully contained.
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The Salmon community is celebrating the opening of its new Two Rivers K-8 school Tuesday, marking the completion of a nearly $29 million project years in the making.
Gov. Brad Little is expected to attend, along with local lawmakers and school officials.
Local News 8 will livestream the ceremonial ribbon cutting beginning at 3 p.m. You can watch it in the player at the link below.
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The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying and locating a person and vehicle connected to an incident in Island Park.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened Monday, Aug. 3. Officials did not provide details about the nature of the incident.
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The Idaho High School Activities Association updated its policy regarding transgender students in girls’ sports to comply with the state’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act.
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare announced the contract for the Idaho Wednesday’s Child recruitment program will end on Sept. 30. Internal state teams will take over recruitment and intensive services for foster children starting Oct. 1. The program has operated for more than 25 years in partnership with Eastern Washington
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is joining attorneys general from 16 other states in calling on Congress to pass the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act”. The legislation that would expand states’ ability to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud.
“Every year, criminals steal billions from a program meant to protect our most vulnerable citizens by lying their way onto Medicaid rolls,” said Attorney General Labrador. “Federal law currently ties investigators’ hands unless the fraud comes from a provider, letting recipient fraud go unchecked.”
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The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for families.
Georgina Goodlander, the Visual Arts Director for the Idaho Falls Arts Council, stopped by Local News 8 Live in the Morning to show off some fun art projects that will be going on at this weekend’s Roaring Youth Jam.
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Federal and state agencies are set to implement Stage 1 fire restrictions across central and eastern Idaho starting Friday, August 7, due to high fire danger and dry conditions.
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Authorities have identified the three people killed in Saturday’s shooting in Twin Falls.
The victims are 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California; 66-year-old Dale Schultz of Salt Lake City, Utah; and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch of Hagerman, Idaho.
Twin Falls Police extended their deepest condolences to the victims’ families, loved ones, friends and community members grieving the loss.
A Family Assistance Center has also been established to provide support and resources to victims, survivors and their families.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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As crews continue working to put out hot spots near Heise Hot Springs, the Big Rock Fire remains within its existing perimeter.
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Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with local business owners in Idaho Falls on Tuesday, discussing the opportunities and challenges that come with Southeast Idaho’s continued growth. During the panel, they also discussed pressing issues that the state is facing.
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🫎 One of the moose spotted wandering around Idaho Falls has been safely captured.
Idaho Fish and Game and Bonneville County Animal Control tranquilized the young male moose after finding him in a resident’s backyard near the Idaho Falls Zoo.
Officials plan to release the moose back into the wild but did not disclose where he will be released.
The capture comes after several recent moose sightings around Idaho Falls.
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The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing person who disappeared during evacuations for the Big Rock Fire Friday night.
Sheriff’s officials told Local News 8 the individual “took off” during the evacuations and has not been located.
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Country singer-songwriter Skip Ewing stopped by Local News 8 at Noon to perform music from his latest album, “Dragonfly,” ahead of a performance in eastern Idaho.
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The Double Spring Fire expanded to 1,021 acres on the Salmon-Challis National Forest near Challis, Idaho, leading to the closure of three local roads.
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The Idaho Falls Fire Department is responding to a natural gas leak in downtown Idaho Falls after a construction crew accidentally struck a gas line.
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Twin Falls authorities are asking the public to stop harassing an innocent man who shares the same name as the deceased suspect in the recent In-N-Out shooting.
In a social media post, authorities said a man named Chad Williams has been mistakenly associated with the shooting because he shares the suspect’s name.
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First responders are on the scene of a crash along U.S. Highway 20 near County Line Road (Milepost 320) that has shut down the far right lane.
According to ITD, the crash response began around 4:08 p.m near near County Line Road (MM 320).
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Four people are dead, including the gunman, and five others are recovering after violence erupted at the new Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger on Saturday. In-N-Out owner Lynsi Snyder expressed heartbreak over the loss of an associate, stating the company is “mourning with the families” during this painful time. Authorities are working to determine the suspect’s identity and motive, with Twin Falls Police set to hold a live news conference at 2 p.m. Sunday to provide updates on the investigation.
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The Big Rock Fire expanded to approximately 2,400 acres near Ririe, Idaho, prompting aggressive firefighting efforts and multiple levels of evacuation orders amid extreme weather conditions.
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The Central Fire District and neighboring agencies are on the scene of a wildfire burning near the Heise area, east of Ririe.
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The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to residents and visitors in several neighborhoods following reports of a black bear breaking into occupied homes to find food.
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies are warning people about a new wave of jury duty scams where callers threaten residents with arrest warrants to extort immediate payments.
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Bannock County commissioners have approved a 180-day emergency moratorium on new data center permit applications in unincorporated areas to allow staff time to study resource impacts and develop specific regulations.
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One year after a stunning hearing in which Kohberger admitted to his crimes in court, the former criminology graduate student says his defense team misled him and persuaded him to enter a false guilty plea.
His request to reverse his plea not only revives the case, but it also may renew the frustrations and emotions of the grieving families of his four victims: Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle and Madison Mogen. They were fatally stabbed in the overnight hours of November 13, 2022.
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Approximately 250 U.S. Army soldiers were mobilized to support wildland firefighting efforts in Oregon and Washington as national resources reached their limits due to intense wildfire activity.
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ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Several days after a health alert was issued for Island Park Reservoir, Idaho environmental officials say the harmful cyanobacteria bloom is continuing to grow, with warm summer temperatures creating favorable conditions for the bacteria to spread. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) says recent satellite imagery shows the bloom
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A group of young creatives in the Pocatello community are working to make an independent film series titled “Peripheral.” The series will be eight episodes, following investigative journalist Maya Bell as she solves missing persons cases in a fictional community. Filmed primarily in Old Town, Pocatello, the series director and staff are looking for local talent to star in their project.
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A new winery called Gem 73 is set to open in Idaho’s Sunnyslope Wine Region this August, utilizing solar power and innovative technologies to promote sustainability.
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National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is just around the corner, and one local grocery expert is encouraging families to put a creative spin on the classic frozen treat.
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is urging Idahoans to check their homes after 39 products were recalled nationwide in July because of serious safety hazards, including fire risks, choking hazards and products designed for infants and toddlers.
The recalls, issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, include household appliances, electronics, furniture and children’s products. Ten of the recalled items were made specifically for infants and toddlers.
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Three southern Idaho residents over the age of 55 have died due to extreme heat, leading public health officials to issue urgent safety warnings.
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A young man’s body was recovered Thursday morning after he fell from the Snake River Canyon in Twin Falls, Idaho, while climbing rocks.
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The Idaho National Laboratory commissioned a new modular mineral processing plant to process ore from Perpetua Resources’ Stibnite Gold Project, marking a milestone in establishing a domestic supply of antimony trisulfide for national security.
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Emergency crews are battling a lightning-caused wildfire known as the Lake Channel Fire that has grown to approximately 1,500 acres near American Falls, Idaho.
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Gov. Brad Little has declared a fire disaster emergency in parts of Idaho and authorized the deployment of the Idaho National Guard to assist with the Big Grass Fire in Owyhee County as wildfire activity intensifies across the state.
The emergency declaration authorizes additional state resources to support wildfire suppression, monitoring, response and recovery efforts. It also allows the State Emergency Response Team to help cover extraordinary wildfire monitoring and response costs under Idaho law.
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Fire officials are strongly urging people to stay away from South Ammon Road, Henry’s Creek Road, and Taylor Mountain road as they continue their firefighting efforts.
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Downtown Driggs was transformed into an outdoor art studio as painters set up their easels, brushes and canvases during the Plein Air Festival.
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The federal government is moving to grant states more authority over grizzly bear management following a petition from Montana. This proposal would allow state agencies to regulate populations that have met federal recovery benchmarks. Idaho officials, including Senator Jim Risch and Governor Brad Little, praised the decision, arguing that local wildlife experts are better equipped to make conservation decisions than federal bureaucrats.
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“This vacancy comes at a meaningful moment for Victor,” the City Council stated in a recent press release. “The City has experienced a period of public strain and disagreement, while also moving through important and exciting work related to infrastructure, growth, regional relationships, public access, community connection, and the future vision for Victor and Teton Valley. The City is inviting residents who care deeply about this community to consider stepping forward to serve.”
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)— Idaho has been named one of five states under consideration to host a new Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus. The campus is a U.S. Department of Energy initiative aimed at strengthening and modernizing the nation’s nuclear fuel cycle while creating thousands of jobs and attracting billions of dollars in investment. The DOE
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SALMON, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality advisory for Butte, Custer and Lemhi counties due to wildfire smoke. Officials say the the degraded air quality is due to wildfire smoke and is expected to reach the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category. That includes children, older adults and
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