School bus delays expected as Idaho Falls intersection closes for construction
arents and students in District 91 should plan for possible bus delays starting Monday, April 13, as a major intersection in Idaho Falls shuts down…
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Students Perform Easter Play at Holy Spirit Catholic School
At the heart of Pocatello is a school bringing children and families together with a history of celebrating Jesus for 71 years. In honor of the…
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First Wave of Layoffs Ensue at LA Semiconductor Facility in Pocatello
After years of financial and legal issues, LA Semiconductor LLC is letting go a total of 342 employees over the next several weeks. The first wave of…
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New Online School Program Coming to District 91
Idaho Falls School District 91 will be expanding its online school offerings this fall to help meet growing demand for more flexible education…
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Idaho Warns of Tight Irrigation Season, Depleted Reservoirs and Water Shortages
Idaho could be heading into a tight water year after what experts say may be one of the lowest snowpack seasons on record.
The Idaho Department of…
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Watch Live: Artemis II Splash Down
History is just hours away. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, alongside CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy…
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Ex-city council candidate charged with 12 counts of child exploitative material
A former candidate for the Idaho Falls City Council is facing a dozen felony charges after a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited…
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New Idaho Law mandates parental consent and age verification for social media
A new law intends to regulate and limit social media use for Idaho minors, but critics warn the state could be walking into a lawsuit.
On April 2nd,…
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Investigation confirms “Snake Fire” sparked by out-of-control burn
New details have emerged surrounding the origins of the Snake Fire, which consumed 30 acres in Jefferson and Madison Counties before crews gained the…
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Find out what passed and what didn’t. A look back to the 2026 legislative session
The 81-day legislative session wrapped up last week, eight days shorter than last year’s session.
Shorter sessions are typical in election…
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Idaho passes law reforming youth treatment home oversight
A bill recently signed into law by Gov. Brad Little will boost Idaho’s oversight of youth residential treatment homes and create a “youth bill of…
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Need help filing your taxes? Award-winning financial coach Kim Scouller shares encouragement with the community
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – With the IRS tax deadline just around the corner, excitement filled the air as author and financial coach Kim Scouller made…
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Immediate burn ban issued for Jefferson County following 30-acre Snake Fire
Following a massive multi-agency response to the Snake Fire on Thursday night, the Central Fire District in Jefferson County has issued an immediate…
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ISP investigates I-84 hit-and-run involving school bus
Idaho State Police is investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a school bus crippled and several students stranded on Interstate 84 Thursday…
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100-year-old woman receives high school diploma
“You made the selfless decision to leave school early,” said her granddaughter. “Not because you didn’t value education, but because you value…
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Snake Fire: Madison Sheriff lifts evacuation order as fire is contained
Fire crews are combating a small wildfire spreading north of Rigby towards Bonneville and Madison Counties. Wildland firefighters on the scene have…
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Dry Winter, Thirsty Spring: When should you start watering your lawn?
The weather has been unseasonably warm and dry this year. With the lack of snowpack and many plants starting to come out of hibernation, it might be…
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Idaho Department of Labor urges Intermountain Packing workers to seek help following layoffs
The Idaho Department of Labor is urging more than 150 employees laid off from Intermountain Packing this week to seek immediate assistance, noting…
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The Idaho National Laboratory officially opens the world’s first microreactor test bed
Designed to accelerate the nation’s transition to advanced nuclear energy The Idaho National Laboratory officially opened the world’s first…
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Madison County Deputies hunting Highway 20 Flasher
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of disturbing incidents involving a man accused of exposing himself to female drivers…
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Health Alert: Possible Measles exposure at Boise Airport
The Department of Health and Welfare is issuing a public health alert to Idaho travelers following possible measles exposure at the Boise Airport…
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Sheriff’s Office: Missing Idaho Falls Man Found Safe
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help in finding 20-year-old Colton G. McMinn of Idaho Falls, who hasn’t been…
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Southeast Idaho sheriff signs up to help enforce immigration law
A sheriff’s office in southeast Idaho is the second in the state to sign an agreement with federal immigration officials allowing deputies to act…
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Snake River Orchestra Rocks The Studio
Maggie Price, the director of the Snake River Orchestra, gave us a taste of their unique, high-energy fundraiser concert. Their rock orchestra will…
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Traffic Alert: S 5th W road closure starting April 13
Starting Monday, April 13, private contractors will close a section of S 5th W to through traffic to allow for the installation of a new sewer line…
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Siblings share journey of survival after tragic murder-suicide
Christian Timothy is one of two siblings who survived a horrific murder-suicide that claimed the life of their mother, Kaylene Allred.
Now…
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‘Bench Bunny’ overpopulation causes property damage and ongoing frustration for residents
Feral rabbits are causing chaos and property damage for residents living on the Boise Bench.
Data from the Idaho Humane Society shows a heat map of…
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Teen survives crash that killed two friends, calls survival a miracle
A Utah teen who survived a horrific crash that killed his two close friends is speaking publicly for the first time, surrounded by the families of…
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In their 70s, brother, sister earn degrees after 40-year journey
It was a secret they kept even from their family members.
A pair of Box Elder County siblings in their 70s is about to achieve a milestone no one…
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Astronauts in Idaho: How Craters of the Moon shaped the lunar landing
The first American astronaut in space, Alan Shephard, and fellow moonwalker Edgar Mitchell trained for the Apollo 14 mission at Idaho’s famous…
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Idaho Period Project announces annual Gala Fundraiser
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — One in four girls lacks access to period supplies, leading many to miss school, sports, and social activities every…
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Idaho Gov. Brad Little vetoes five bills after 2026 legislative session adjourns
Little vetoed the bills late Wednesday, and his office announced the vetoes just before noon on Thursday.
Two of the bills were late-session…
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Kellogg City Council unanimously passes ordinance to ban Kratom sales
small North Idaho city could soon become the first in the state to ban the sale of kratom, as broader efforts to regulate or outlaw the substance…
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Grand Teton begins 196-acre prescribed burn near Mormon Row
Grand Teton National Park is starting prescribed burns today just east of the Jackson Hole airport. Around 196 acres will be burned as part of the…
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Ford recalls 420,000 Trucks and SUVs over failing windshield wipers
Ford Recalls 420,000 Trucks and SUVs Over Failing Windshield…
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Marshall Public Library Celebrates 25 Years of The Poetry Wall
Calling all Pocatello poets! The Marshall Public Library in Pocatello is celebrating 25 years of their annual Poetry Wall throughout the month of…
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Riverside Golf Course Announces New Clubhouse is Under Construction
Golfers in Pocatello will soon have a new place to rest between rounds. The Riverside Golf Course is getting a two-story, 3,700 square foot new…
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Brief lockdown lifted at Pocatello City Hall after reports of armed individual
Pocatello police responded to a report of an armed individual in the City Hall parking lot at around 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8.
According to…
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Volunteers Wanted: Help prep the Idaho Falls Zoo for opening day
“We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community, both this year and in years past,” said Zoo Director David Pennock.…
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Long-term drought concerns after latest snowpack update
Snowpack across the state is peaking at around 68% of average, well below normal. About a third of the state is currently in severe…
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Suspect identified in deadly Power County Shooting
Authorities have identified the suspect responsible for a violent shooting that left two Pocatello residents dead and two others injured in northern…
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Prosecutor objects to probation sentence for man who struck Idaho Falls Police Officer
The Bonneville County Prosecutor’s Office is publicly speaking out against a sentence handed down to an Idaho Falls man found guilty of felony…
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Missing West Yellowstone Man found safe
A West Yellowstone man reported missing since Sunday has been safely found and reunited with his family, ending a multi-day…
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District 28 face-off: Major David Worley challenges veteran Senator Jim Guthrie
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador has endorsed David Worley, a District 28 Senate candidate, in his Republican primary bid against Sen. Jim…
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FBI joins search for Pocatello man accused of severing victim’s hand with machete
The Fort Hall Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a wanted Pocatello man who is considered a threat to the…
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AI helps uncover ancient history on display at Utah Valley University
Researchers and professors at Utah Valley University are using AI to help uncover ancient history from what they call The Buried Library.
“It’s…
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‘In Excellent Hands’: Captain Wes Wheatley tapped to lead Blackfoot Police
The City of Blackfoot has chosen its new Police Chief. Captain Wes Wheatley has been chosen to helm the Blackfoot Police Department, following a…
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Protestors gather outside courtroom for Eagle man accused of shooting caged cat
George Gebran, the Eagle man accused of killing a cat locked in a cage in Garden City, is in court this morning for a pre-trial conference.
On Feb.…
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Yellowstone entrances and roads set to open Friday, April 17
Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2026, select entrances and roads in Yellowstone National Park will open for the summer season, weather…
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East Idaho credit unions launch no down payment mortgage program
Thinking about buying your first home? Several credit unions across East Idaho have partnered to introduce a new mortgage program that requires no…
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Idaho patrol agencies increasing presence for Distracted Driving Mobilization Week
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Drivers across Idaho can expect to see more law enforcement on the roads over the next few days as deputies increase patrols…
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Beyond the Books: A breakdown of what is on the ballot for school issues
Tonight’s “Beyond the Books” is all about ballot measures. Linda Larsen sits down with Devin Bodkin who says there’s a lot on the line for several…
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42 volunteers raise the roof at new Baker Country Market after devastating fire
A Lemhi County landmark is making a comeback after a devastating fire two months ago.
The Baker County Market seems to have popped up almost…
Continue Reading Intermountain Packing shut down unexpectedly on Friday; 150 employees lose jobs without advanced notice
At least 150 employees have lost their jobs after Intermountain Packing unexpectedly closed its gates on Friday, April 3rd. Employees say they were…
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Semi-truck shot at, destroyed by fire on Montana Highway
A Montana semi-truck driver is lucky to be alive after his truck was shot at early Sunday morning and erupted in fire, according to a social media…
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Idaho Airmen deployed to bolster U.S. forces in the Middle East
Hundreds of members of the Idaho Air National Guard have been deployed to the Middle East to bolster U.S. Central Command operations as part of the…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced to 20 years for 2024 Melaleuca parking lot shooting
An Idaho Falls man, Logan Dakota Stephens, will spend up to the next 20 years in prison for shooting a 35-year-old bystander during a confrontation…
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Domestic call leads to seizure of 6 pounds of marijuana; Ammon man arrested
A 21-year-old Ammon man is in custody facing felony drug charges after Sheriff’s Deputies discovered a large cache of narcotics while responding to a…
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Boise replaces pride flag with signs and lights outside City Hall after new state law
New signs and lights are on display outside Boise City Hall showing support for the LGBTQ+ community. Crews were finishing the work early Tuesday…
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The Idaho Falls Zoo is reopening early this year
“We’re thrilled to open our gates early this year and welcome everyone back to the Zoo,” said Zoo Executive Director David Pennock. “By…
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Lone survivor and victims’ families grieve loss of teenagers killed in crash
Three families are now picking up the pieces after a devastating car crash in Juab County.
“It’s been unfathomable. I mean, it’s just been…
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Hunting named Idaho’s state sport thanks to Twin Falls 4th grader
Nine-year-old Betty Grandy stood alongside the Governor for the signing ceremony, marking the end of a legislative journey that saw the young…
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Coroner names Pocatello residents killed in Friday shooting along Tank Farm Road
Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner identified the victims as 40-year-old Brandon Lee Madden and 36-year-old Amanda Ann Christian, both of…
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Spring biking offers rare, quiet way to experience Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park, WY (KIFI) – While this winter has been relatively warm across eastern Idaho and parts of Wyoming and Montana, there are…
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ISU Graduate manning Mission Control in Houston for Artemis II Mission
An Idaho State University (ISU) graduate is one of three scientists advising the Artemis II team from Mission Control at the Johnson Space…
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Investigation continues following deadly Power County Shooting; Two survivors in stable condition
Both surviving victims of the deadly shooting in Power County on Friday are now in stable condition, Bannock County authorities confirmed over the…
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South central Idaho law enforcement hunt for suspect after targeted Sunday night shooting
The Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office is on the hunt for an armed suspect after reports of shots fired led to a brief car chase near a local sugar…
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Exploding propane tank sparks fire at Idaho Falls home
A local family’s home is still standing tonight thanks to the quick response of Idaho Falls firefighters following a possible propane explosion…
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Today is the last day to apply – CEI’s Dental Hygiene Program
The College of Eastern Idaho is launching a new Dental Hygiene program with applications closing today, April 6th.
The program was developed in…
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Sky’s the Limit: Portneuf invites Idaho youth to name new rescue helicopter
The Porneuf Medical Center is asking Idaho’s youth for help naming its new air medical rescue helicopter.
From now until 11:59 pm MST on April 21,…
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The waiting game: Teachers’ union bill now sits on Little’s desk
Gov. Brad Little has more than a week to act on an anti-teachers’ union bill that raced through the Legislature in three days.
Lawmakers sent the…
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New US-30 wildlife crossings near Montpelier breaks ground this month
“This project is equally important to both ITD and Idaho Fish and Game and has received broad support from the Bear Lake County community because…
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TCSAR urges caution as Spring transitions lead to to back-to-back emergency calls
After a weekend of back-to-back emergency missions, Teton County Search and Rescue is reminding outdoor enthusiasts of the danger that comes with…
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Charitable donations fund pizza delivery driver’s retirement after good deed goes viral
A hardworking Domino’s pizza delivery driver on the cusp of retiring will soon become the beneficiary of a GoFundMe that’s raised over $75,000 in…
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Man arrested after exposing at Temple Square ahead of LDS General Conference
A man is behind bars in Salt Lake today after allegedly exposing himself to downtown crowds before the Saturday morning session of the General…
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EIRMC honors donors during National Donate Life Month with flag-raising ceremony
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – April marks National Donate Life Month, a time dedicated to honoring organ, eye, and tissue donors, celebrating lives saved,…
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Car enthusiasts gather at Idaho State University for Tau Kappa Epsilon car show
Idaho Falls, Idaho (KIFI) – Car enthusiasts gathered at Idaho State University as dozens of vehicles lined the parking lot outside Frazier Hall for…
Continue Reading 3 dead, including suspect, with 2 injured in Power County shooting
Power County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left three people dead and two others injured Friday afternoon along Tank Farm Road in…
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Bridging the Great Wall: 550 students celebrate Chinese Immersion Program in Rigby
“Rigby has the only Chinese immersion program in the state.” Hundreds of Idahoans and delegates from the Chinese Embassy in San Francisco attended a…
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Lori Vallow Daybell files appeal to overturn triple-murder convictions
The “Doomsday Mom” at the center of one of the nation’s most high-profile murder cases is now trying to overturn her conviction.
Attorneys for…
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Stacey Wondra pleads not guilty to murder, kidnapping during arraignment
Stacey Wondra appeared in Payette County Court on Friday afternoon, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges of murder, kidnapping, and destruction…
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Bill awaiting Governor’s signature would create the strictest Medicaid Expansion requirements in the US
A bill sitting on Gov. Brad Little’s desk could make Idaho’s Medicaid expansion requirements the strictest in the country.
House Bill 913 would…
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Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen to Stop Sunday, Monday Lunch Service, IFRM to Fill the Gap
The Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen is no longer serving lunch on Sundays and Mondays. However, those in need of a meal will still have a place to go on…
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“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges
Former Nampa pastor Matthew Masiewicz was sentenced to up to 17 years in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to charges related to child…
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Building Idaho’s New Workforce: Six locals graduate from ICONIC training program
Six Idahoans are trading graduation tassels in favor of hard hats, as they take a running start into a new career. Through the ICONIC Program, a…
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Idaho House passes teachers’ union restrictions, as session adjourns
A last-minute bill restricting teachers’ unions passed the House Thursday afternoon, after surviving two procedural challenges Thursday…
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Easter Festivities 2026: What to do with your family this weekend
Get ready for an egg-citing Easter weekend! Local News 8 has gathered an amazing lineup of Easter egg hunts happening throughout the region. Bring…
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Idaho State Police struggle with staffing as funding bill awaits governor’s signature
Leaders with Idaho State Police say they are struggling to recruit and retain troopers after years of funding that has not kept pace with competitive…
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Internet Outage Impacting Multiple Schools on West Side of Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – An internet outage is currently affecting several schools and offices on the west side of Idaho Falls, including Ethel…
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New Idaho Falls Fire Chief sworn in
Johan Olson was sworn in as Idaho Falls’ new fire chief during a ceremony on Thursday.
Before his appointment to fire chief, Olson served with the…
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Idaho Legislature declares Sine Die, closing an eventful session
The end of the session was marked with with a flurry of maneuvering on last-minute legislation – including hotly contested immigration…
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The numbers are in – Idaho Falls donated over $1.3 million to the Giving Machine!
Over 48 days (from November 15th to January 1st), more than 95,000 people visited the machines, and 494,000 items were donated in Idaho Falls.
The…
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“We never turn our child away”: Idaho Falls Schools feed kids despite $38,000 deficit
Concerns about student hunger and unpaid lunch balances are raising questions for families in eastern Idaho, but school officials say no child in…
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Another effort to force federal immigration partnership on Idaho law enforcement dies in the Senate
On Thursday, April 2, Senator Mark Harris (R-Soda Springs) asked the chamber to reject amendments to Senate Bill 1247.
The rejected amendments…
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Sounds Choir in Idaho Falls Presents “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – What makes a monster and what makes a man? A powerful story of acceptance, courage, and compassion is coming to life on…
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Utah Woman challenges Trump executive order on birthright citizenship
A Utah family is among the plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging an executive order from President Donald Trump on birthright citizenship as the…
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Transgender Idahoan speaks out after ‘Bathroom Bill’ becomes law
“It shouldn’t be a crime to use the restroom.”
This concern from a Nampa resident, who identifies as a transgender woman, is now a reality after…
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Seven arrested in early morning Pocatello SWAT raid in ongoing narcotics investigation
Seven people are behind bars today after Pocatello police executed a high-risk SWAT raid early this morning.
The Pocatello police department…
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Rigby man killed in early-morning head-on rollover crash on I-15
A head-on rollover crash on I-15 has claimed the life of a 39-year-old Rigby man early Thursday morning. The accident, which took place near Exit 118…
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‘Enough is enough’: Protesters arrested during sit-in at Idaho Governor’s office to support trans community
A group of roughly 30 protesters formed in and around Governor Brad Little’s office at the Idaho Statehouse on Wednesday afternoon, to protest…
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