Rexburg woman reported missing
UpdatedThe Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 53-year-old April Jensen, who has been missing since…
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Fishing restrictions lifted in Yellowstone Park as temperatures drop
Yellowstone National Park will lift its temporary fishing restrictions on most rivers and streams beginning August 12, though full closures remain in…
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Wet Weather makes a return on this Wednesday with warm temperatures
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…
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Homeowner discovers six boxes of suspected explosives during barn cleanup
A bomb squad responded to a home south of Thayne, Wyoming, on August 10 after a homeowner discovered six boxes marked as high explosives while…
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Idaho man aims to ride horse Dasher from Canada to Mexico
ROBERTS, Idaho (KIFI) – A cross-country road trip usually involves a car, a suitcase, and plenty of gas. For Roberts’ Riley Mickelsen, his journey…
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Henry’s Fork Anglers celebrates 50 years of fly-fishing tradition and fellowship in Island Park
ISLAND PARK, Idaho — A longtime Island Park fly shop is celebrating five decades of helping anglers experience one of Idaho’s most well-known…
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Money talk: Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw dives into the city budget
As the Idaho Falls City Council prepares to adopt its $393.5 million budget later in August, Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw opened her office for…
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Gas leak closes part of Anderson Street in Idaho Falls
First responders are on the scene of a gas leak near the intersection of Boulevard and Anderson Street in Idaho Falls Tuesday…
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Discounted camping rates until the end of August
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…
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Several charges dropped in Island Park voter fraud investigation
Prosecutors in Fremont County have dismissed or reduced charges against several individuals involved in an investigation into alleged voter fraud…
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7N Ranch Resort reopens after Big Rock fire, thanks community for support
7N Ranch Resort is back in business after the Big Rock Fire forced it to temporarily close its doors for nearly a…
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Idaho State Police identifies off-duty trooper who confronted gunman in Twin Falls shooting
daho State Police has identified the off-duty trooper involved in the Aug. 1 shooting at the Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger as Specialist Steve…
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Man accused of terrorism after threatening Cache County School Board over tax increases
A Cache County man was taken into custody after he reportedly threatened to kill members of the Cache County School Board during a public hearing…
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‘Wolverine’ spotted in the Idaho wild as Hugh Jackman visits Sun Valley
A Wolverine has been spotted in the Idaho wilderness, but probably not the one wildlife officials are usually looking for.
Actor Hugh Jackman, best…
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Emergency trail closure on Teton Pass after human and bear encounter
The U.S. Forest Service has issued an emergency closure for part of the Bridger-Teton National Forest following a reported human-bear encounter.
The…
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‘Hondo’s Little Potato’: Pittsburgh Zoo unveils lion cub ‘Kiazi’ in homage to her Idaho roots
The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium officially introduced a four-month-old African lion cub named Kiazi on Monday, timed with World Lion Day. Named…
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Intruder shot in Mackay subdivision
An intruder was shot by a homeowner in their residence at Mt. McCaleb Estates in Mackay. Deputies are on…
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Idaho Falls unveils new $393.5 million budget for Thursday public hearing
The City of Idaho Falls is holding a public hearing for its 2027 budget – totaling almost $400 million – this…
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GoWest ‘East Idaho Welcome Home’ program aims to make homeownership more accessible
The East Idaho Welcome Home program launched Monday as a partnership between the GoWest Foundation and four local credit unions: Connections Credit…
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Final defendant sentenced in the Clark Hill Rest Area murder case
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…
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EICAP Head Start hosts open house for local parents and children
An open house for Head Start’s educational program is scheduled for August 12 at the Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership building in Idaho…
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Big Rock Fire reaches 85% containment
Firefighters are making “steady and consistent” progress on the Big Rock Fire, as crews achieve 85% containment. Today’s update marks the final…
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No injuries reported after truck catches fire in US-26 crash
The Idaho State Police is investigating a fiery two-vehicle crash that happened Saturday afternoon west of Blackfoot.
The crash happened around 4:20…
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Cars and Coffee unites the car community in Pocatello every Sunday
Cars and Coffee is a weekly car show that has brought out hundreds of visitors every Sunday in Pocatello. Since its founding in 2019, the event…
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Big Rock Fire reaches 72% containment, several road closures still in effect
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,…
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Marshall Public Library holds donation drive for school supplies and hygiene products
The Marshall Public Library has been collecting donations of school supplies and hygiene products every year since 2018. Between August 3 and…
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What book do you recommend? – National Book Lovers Day
From exploring the various pieces of literature to appreciating the joys of books, the holiday gives everyone a chance to participate in their summer…
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Structure fire causes employee evacuation at Cafe Rio in Pocatello
Around noon on Sunday, August 9, employees evacuated the Cafe Rio in Pocatello when a small structure fire broke out on the side of the building.…
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‘The stars belong to everyone:’ Head of NASA announces America will win next space race at Idaho National Laboratory
“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…
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Join the City of Chubbuck for 65th annual “Chubbuck Days” Celebration August 7-8
The “Chubbuck Days” celebration is back for the weekend in Chubbuck, a summer bash filled with family fun, movies and parades for the community. The…
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Twin Falls: Police release new details in fatal In-N-Out shooting; investigation remains active
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…
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Three people flown to hospital following crash south of Stanley
Three people were airlifted to hospitals following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 75 south of Stanley on August…
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Motorcyclist killed in collision south of Idaho Falls
A 20-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed Thursday evening in a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck south of Idaho…
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Big Rock Fire update: Containment reaches 54% as crews reinforce fire lines
RIRIE, Idaho (KIFI) – Firefighters continue making steady progress on the Big Rock Fire, with containment increasing to 54% as crews work to secure…
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“Look elsewhere”: Solar farm ordinance rewrite draws ire of Bannock County residents for and against the ban
For the last two years, local farmers in Downey have been voicing their opinions on the potential for solar farms in south Bannock County. It’s a hot…
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INL powering NASA’s nuclear space program
“NASA has a whole moon base plan, right? They’re going to need a lot of power for that plan,” said Nuclear Reactor Technology Division Director…
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Idaho State Police issues safety warning during Raspberry Days
With Raspberry Days around the corner, Idaho State Police is urging people to put safety first following several fatal incidents in the area this…
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61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian festival is underway in Fort Hall
FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI)- The 61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival began Thursday at the Shoshone-Bannock Festival Grounds in Fort Hall. The four-day…
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No big winner in Saturday night’s Powerball, jackpot climbs to estimated $905 million
By Isa Mudannayake, Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $905 million after nobody took the grand prize in…
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Two men charged after $50,000 worth of stolen property recovered
Two men, James T. Cooper and Tony P. Goans, were arrested and charged with grand theft following a multi-agency investigation that recovered over…
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Firefighters contain 150-acre Byrne Side fire in Madison County
The Madison Fire Department reported that the Byrne Side fire, which burned approximately 150 acres south of Rexburg, has been fully…
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New Salmon Two Rivers K-8 school opening after years of community effort
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…
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The “Best little fair in Idaho,” Bannock County Fair and Rodeo returns to Downey
The “Best little fair in Idaho” is back in Downey all week long with activities for families, cowboys and little ones. Many of the people who work to…
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Kratom banned in Blackfoot
The Blackfoot City Council has approved an ordinance banning the sale of kratom within city limits, making it illegal for businesses to sell the…
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“We Are All Concerned,” Community seeks solutions for Teton Pass safety
Residents from both sides of Teton Pass came together Monday night to discuss ways to make one of the region’s busiest roads safer following a series…
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Fremont County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying person, vehicle in Island Park incident
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…
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Idaho High School Activities Board updates policy on transgender athletes
The Idaho High School Activities Association updated its policy regarding transgender students in girls’ sports to comply with the state’s Fairness…
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Idaho ends Wednesday’s Child contract as internal teams prepare to take over
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare announced the contract for the Idaho Wednesday’s Child recruitment program will end…
Continue Reading Arizona woman injured in rollover accident near INL
An Arizona woman was injured when her car rolled on US 20 near the Idaho National Laboratory site.…
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AG Labrador urges Congress to expand states’ authority to investigate Medicaid fraud
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is joining attorneys general from 16 other states in calling on Congress to pass the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid…
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Community Food Basket Director Ariel Jackson to step down
Ariel Jackson will step down as the executive director of the Community Food Basket on August 21 after more than six years leading the…
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Youth Jam will roar to life this weekend
The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for…
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Big Rock Fire update: Containment reaches 22% as crews reinforce fire lines
Crews are making progress on the Big Rock Fire near Heise, with containment reaching 22% Wednesday morning.
The fire remains at 2,199 acres with 278…
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New fire restrictions coming to Idaho forests and rangelands
Federal and state agencies are set to implement Stage 1 fire restrictions across central and eastern Idaho starting Friday, August 7, due to high…
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Honoring Heroes: National Night Out brings together Idaho Falls community and police officers
“They knew their lives. They knew their struggles, and it was community policing,” said Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson. “That’s what…
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Authorities identify three victims killed in Twin Falls; Gov. Little orders flags to half-staff
Authorities have identified the three people killed in Saturday’s shooting in Twin Falls.
The victims are 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton,…
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Big Rock Fire Update
As crews continue working to put out hot spots near Heise Hot Springs, the Big Rock Fire remains within its existing…
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Gov. Brad Little and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke discuss Idaho Falls expansion, wildfire season and more
Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with local business owners in Idaho Falls on Tuesday, discussing the opportunities and…
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Bannock County Commissioners talk more about placing 180-day emergency pause on Data Center permits
As potential data centers continue to dominate conversation in Eastern Idaho, the Bannock County Board of Commissioners enacted a temporary…
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Young moose captured in backyard near Idaho Falls Zoo
🫎 One of the moose spotted wandering around Idaho Falls has been safely captured.
Idaho Fish and Game and Bonneville County Animal Control…
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Man charged with arson in 1 of 3 wildfires torching Washington’s Spokane area
By Karina Tsui, Holly Yan, Chris Boyette, Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A man suspected of arson in one of three wildfires tearing through…
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Jefferson County identifies 64-year-old man missing since Big Rock Fire evacuation
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing person who disappeared during evacuations for the Big Rock Fire Friday…
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‘Highway 20 Flasher’ investigation leads to charge against Jefferson County Man
A Jefferson County man has been charged with misdemeanor indecent exposure following an investigation into reports of him exposing himself to…
Continue Reading Child airlifted after SUV hits scooter in Kimberly
An Idaho child has been hospitalized after being struck by an SUV while riding a scooter on Monday afternoon.
Idaho State Police says the juvenile…
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Big Rock Fire remains at 0% containment, road closures expected through coming week
The Big Rock Fire remains very active and at 0% containment as officials warn people to stay out of the fire area and obey road closures.
Officials…
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Country singer Skip Ewing performs new music at Local News 8
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…
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Idaho Falls counseling center works to improve access to mental health care
Harmony Counseling Center recently opened a new office in Idaho Falls to address the state’s limited access to mental health care by offering therapy…
Continue Reading Teton County community members discuss Teton Pass safety concerns and solutions
Community members will gather Monday evening to discuss safety concerns on Teton Pass as crashes along the mountain highway continue to be a concern…
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Double Springs Fire tops 1,000 acres near Challis
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…
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Natural gas leak prompts evacuations, road closures in downtown Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department is responding to a natural gas leak in downtown Idaho Falls after a construction crew accidentally struck a gas…
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Woman survives In-N-Out shooting in Idaho; parents recall terrifying moments before learning she was safe
A California family learned about Saturday’s deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls the same as many did — a news alert on their phone.…
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Why are moose wandering into Idaho neighborhoods?
If you spot a moose wandering through your neighborhood this summer, Idaho Fish and Game says there may be a reason why.
During late spring and…
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Twin Falls authorities warn against harassing man mistaken for shooting suspect
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…
Continue Reading A new In-N-Out in Idaho became a scene of tragedy after gunman kills 3 and injures 7 before taking his own life
Multiple people were killed and at least two others were injured during a shooting Saturday afternoon in a busy commercial area of Twin Falls, Idaho.…
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Crash blocks right lane on US-20 near County Line Road
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…
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In-N-Out Owner ‘heartbroken’ over deadly Twin Falls In-N-Out Shooting; Police to hold 2 P.M. briefing
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.…
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“We weren’t ready to let him go”: Family honors Pocatello pilot killed in Blackfoot crash
A single-engine plane crash near the Blackfoot Airport resulted in the death of 27-year-old pilot Caden Max West on Saturday night. Two survivors,…
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Thousands ordered to flee homes as fast-moving wildfire grows in Spokane County, Washington
Thousands of families have been ordered to flee their homes as a fast-moving wildfire grows in Spokane County, Washington, filling the skies with…
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Big Rock Fire crosses containment lines overnight, forcing mandatory evacuations
The Big Rock Fire expanded to approximately 2,400 acres near Ririe, Idaho, prompting aggressive firefighting efforts and multiple levels of…
Continue Reading Two drivers hospitalized following two-vehicle crash on US-91
Two local drivers were taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after a collision blocked northbound traffic on US-91 for nearly two…
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200-acre Big Rock Fire rapidly spreading near Heise; Evacuations underway
The Central Fire District and neighboring agencies are on the scene of a wildfire burning near the Heise area, east of…
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‘Dangerous’ Black Bear euthanized after breaking into homes in Fremont County
The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to residents and visitors in several neighborhoods following reports of a black bear…
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Police conduct multi-agency raid on Pocatello house
Pocatello police executed a high-risk search warrant at a home on Samuel Street on Friday afternoon in coordination with several law enforcement…
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Sheriff warns of new wave of jury duty scams in Bonneville County
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies are warning people about a new wave of jury duty scams where callers threaten residents with arrest warrants to…
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Bannock County approves 180-day emergency moratorium on data center permits
Bannock County commissioners have approved a 180-day emergency moratorium on new data center permit applications in unincorporated areas to allow…
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Museum of Idaho to host one-day appraisal showcase featuring celebrity experts
The Museum of Idaho is scheduled to host a Celebrity Appraisal Showcase this Saturday, August 1, featuring nationally recognized appraisers Timothy…
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Surviving roommates recount horror in Idaho murders docuseries as Bryan Kohberger seeks plea change
One year after a stunning hearing in which Kohberger admitted to his crimes in court, the former criminology graduate student says his defense team…
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Lightning-caused grain fire north of Idaho Falls fully contained
A fast-moving field fire threatening homes between Ucon and Rigby in Bonneville County, Idaho, on Thursday…
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250 active-duty U.S. Army troops mobilizing to fight northwest wildfires
Approximately 250 U.S. Army soldiers were mobilized to support wildland firefighting efforts in Oregon and Washington as national resources reached…
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Nearly 30 hot air balloons launch Ammon Days celebration, surprise some residents with neighborhood landings
Nearly 30 hot air balloons launched Friday morning at McCowin Park as part of the annual Ammon Days event, which features various activities…
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Hiker airlifted after falling 300 feet on Mount Idaho
A hiker is recovering after falling approximately 300 feet on Mount Idaho, prompting a large-scale rescue operation in Custer…
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Officials say Island Park cyanobacteria bloom continues to grow as health alert remains in effect
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Several days after a health alert was issued for Island Park Reservoir, Idaho environmental officials say the harmful…
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Idaho Falls City Council amends Flock Safety contract following privacy concerns
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Falls City Council voted unanimously Thursday to amend its contract with Flock Safety, prohibiting the company…
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Bingham County Coroner Jimmy Roberts announces resignation
Bingham County Coroner Jimmy Roberts has announced his resignation, prompting the Republican Central Committee to begin the process of selecting an…
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Yellowstone Film Festival moves to October, extends submission deadline
The Yellowstone Film Festival has rescheduled its 2026 event for Oct. 9 through Oct. 11 and extended its film submission deadline through Sept.…
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Auditions open for locally produced mystery series ‘Peripheral’
A group of young creatives in the Pocatello community are working to make an independent film series titled “Peripheral.” The series will be eight…
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Southeastern Idaho Jewish community invited to communal Shabbat meal
The Roving Rabbis and Chabad Ludavitch of Idaho are inviting the Jewish community of Southeastern Idaho and non-Jewish residents to attend an…
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New winery uses solar power and innovative technology to build a more sustainable future
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…
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Celebrate National Ice Cream Sandwich Day with these creative dessert ideas
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…
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Idaho AG warns consumers after 39 products recalled over safety hazards
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is urging Idahoans to check their homes after 39 products were recalled nationwide in July because of serious…
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