Who was George Washington – a general, Commander in Chief, slave owner, and monument in U.S. history?
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Jefferson County residents are being urged to avoid outdoor burning after county officials issued a burn ban due to extreme dry conditions and an increased risk of wildfires.
The burn ban took effect July 6 and will remain in place through Sept. 30.
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A local security guard is on leave following a verbal altercation with a woman that was caught on camera and has quickly gone viral online. The Grand Teton Mall is privately owned by retail real estate company GGP. In a statement to Local News 8, Claudia Ilagan, Public Relations Manager for GGP, confirmed the incident is under review.
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With temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s and climb above 100 degrees in the coming weeks, the City of Pocatello is opening three cooling shelter locations to help residents stay safe during extreme heat.
The cooling shelters will open Friday, July 10, and remain available for 45 days. City officials say they will evaluate weather forecasts at the end of that period to determine whether the program should be extended.
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The Idaho Falls Public Library has launched a new program called Music and Movement, which invites parents with children aged 0-5 to learn while singing and dancing. The program is designed to develop core skills for children but it also provides a great way for parents to build a community and support system. The creator of the program, Sarah Carr, has made it her mission to help lonely parents find their community by providing a space for them to connect and build relationships.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is accepting applications for its next class of police officers, with testing scheduled later this month.
The department’s next hiring test is set for July 25 at the Idaho Falls Police Complex. Anyone interested in a career in law enforcement is encouraged to apply. To help prospective applicants prepare, the department will host a practice test and information meeting on Saturday, July 11, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the police complex.
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ISLAND PARK, ID (KIFI) – Continuing the spirit of America’s 250th birthday festivities, residents of Island Park gathered near Mesa Falls this afternoon to witness the historic dedication of a new obelisk monument for the long and winding city. Island Park has unveiled a new monument: an obelisk with engravings on all four sides depicting
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A Pocatello woman was enjoying her night at the weekly festival in the historic downtown area when suddenly her Chihuahua, Gizmo, was stolen from her by a young girl. Angela Benningfield is offering $1,000 for the return of her emotional support dog.
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A devastating multi-vehicle collision involving an overturned dump truck and an asphalt spill has forced the complete closure of Teton Pass this afternoon, Tuesday, July 7. Emergency responders have confirmed crash claimed the lives of two people and left four others injured.
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The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, 23, resumed in a Utah courtroom today, where a judge will determine if there is enough evidence to stand trial for the murder of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.
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“We’re exclusively focused initially on how to mass produce nuclear reactors and provide power to AI data centers,” said Aalo Atomics President and Chief Technology Officer Yasir Arafat.
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Former Portneuf Valley Soccer Club President Cristie Stone appeared in court for the first time on July 7 since the Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office filed criminal charges on June 16. The charges stem from an internal audit to the soccer club’s financial statements, resulting in suspicious transations being traced to Stone and her ICCU account.
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To celebrate Independence Day and commemorate America 250, The Community Food Basket and City of Idaho Falls set an ambitious goal to raise $25,000 in 25 hours. While the final tally fell short of the initial target, organizers and volunteers are calling the event a major victory for local families.
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Teton Valley School District is facing a tough hiring market due to funding limitations, high cost of housing, and competition from higher-paying jobs in nearby Jackson Hole, making it difficult to fill vital support staff roles.
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The late June shooting that claimed the life of a 49-year-old Plano woman has been determined an accident after her father unintentionally fired the gun, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office announced in an update Tuesday.
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An Idaho mother is facing murder charges after prosecutors accused her of suffocating her 18-month-old twins, who she claimed died due to a vaccine-related medical issue.
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Fire crews in Madison County have gained the upper hand on the nearly 1,300-acre Maze Fire. As of 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, firefighters have successfully contained approximately 25% of the fast-moving blaze.
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PROVO, Utah (KIFI) — Tyler Robinson, 23, is scheduled to return to a Utah courtroom today as a multi-day preliminary hearing continues to determine if he will stand trial for the murder of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. Watch the full court proceedings in the video player above. On Monday, Robinson sat before Utah Judge Tony
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A 32-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 26 east of Ririe, and five others were injured.
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The Maze Fire west of Rexburg has grown to 150 acres in the last hour, prompting potential evacuations in Madison County.
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The Idaho Falls community is mourning the loss of a beloved local figure whose passion quite literally lit up the town every Independence Day.
Dr. Derek Campbell, a local surgeon and family medicine doctor, died Friday, July 3rd, without warning.
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Four people were hospitalized after a driver missed a stop sign, leading to a two-vehicle rollover crash near Monteview, Idaho.
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Aalo Atomics’ advanced reactor design, the Aalo-X, successfully completed a zero-power fueled criticality demonstration at the Idaho National Laboratory, surpassing President Trump’s goal of having three advanced reactors achieve criticality before the US’s 250th birthday.
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Throughout the Independence Day weekend, firefighters were called out to multiple fires across the Bonneville County area. While the holiday is over, the IFFD is urging the community to remain highly vigilant as the dry season continues.
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Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will appear in court this week for a multiday hearing where prosecutors will present evidence, including a videotaped statement by Robinson’s former roommate, a key witness.
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The City of Pocatello has begun construction on the Johnny Creek Sanitary Sewer Project, which will provide municipal sewer service to around 200 homes in the Johnny Creek area.
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The Fort Hall Business Council has prohibited the use of fireworks on the Fort Hall Reservation to protect the community, homes, natural resources, and first responders from potential wildfires.
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The City of Pocatello is opening several cooling shelters to the public for 45 days beginning July 10th to help people beat the heat, with locations including the City Hall Lobby, Marshall Public Library, and Pocatello Animal Services.
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ALPINE, Wyo (KIFI) – A search and recovery mission continues this morning for a North Carolina man who went missing in the Snake River Canyon over the Fourth of July weekend. A call was made to the Star Valley Search and Rescue team and Alpine Volunteer Fire Department shortly after 7:00pm on Saturday, July 4,
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The Center for Hope in Idaho Falls provides free addiction and mental health recovery support services to adults, and while addiction is a complex disease with no cure, it is treatable and can be successfully managed with help and support.
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The morning celebration begins with an opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, and the parade officially gets moving at 9:00 AM. For those planning to celebrate from home, Local News 8 will provide live television and digital broadcast coverage of the entire event.
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A Bannock County Sheriff’s deputy and a neighbor rescued a trapped homeowner from a burning mobile home Thursday night near McCammon.
According to the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, the homeowner called emergency dispatch reporting his mobile home near Highway 91 and Dixon Road was on fire and that he and his dogs were trapped in a rear bedroom.
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UPDATE AT 10:40PM: Watch Duty reports that forward progress on both fires has been stopped. Original Post: IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) Several fire crews are fighting at least two fires burning in Bonneville County. They are burning uphill towards some buildings. Per Watch Duty, units are working a fire in the area of Red Bluff
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To kickoff the historic America250 Fourth of July weekend, the City of Pocatello celebrated Idaho’s birthday and the community by sealing the 50-year time capsule. Unlike other time capsules buried underground, this one will be held on the second floor of the Marshall Public Library for the next 50 years.
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Idahoans across the state are reflecting on the magnitude of America’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
“I can be whatever I like as long as I put the work in,” said Carson Campbell.
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Paul Baker has resigned as CEO of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce amid speculation of his involvement in financial irregularities at the Portneuf Valley Soccer Club, though no charges have been filed against him.
The Chamber’s press release appears to directly address the ongoing rumors, reassuring members that its own finances remain secure.
“To date, the Board has not found any evidence that Chamber funds have been misappropriated,” the statement read.
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A juvenile girl was hospitalized Thursday evening after an off-highway vehicle accident in the Mill Creek camping area of Island Park.
A juvenile girl was hospitalized Thursday evening after an off-highway vehicle accident in the Mill Creek camping area of Island Park.
Fourth of July plans are seeing increased costs for both cookouts and travel this year, with inflation affecting family budgets.
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YELLOWSTONE, WY (KIFI) – With free admission for U.S. residents from July 3 through July 5, Yellowstone expects especially heavy crowds this weekend at entrance stations, popular attractions, road construction zones, and wildlife viewing areas. If you’re planning to celebrate Independence Day in Yellowstone National Park, officials are encouraging visitors to plan ahead as one
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As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, the global spotlight from the World Cup is bringing a fresh perspective to the American experiment.
Local News 8 had a chance to catch up with Congressman Russ Fulcher from Idaho’s 1st Congressional District, who says the influx of international tourists is serving as a reminder of what Americans often take for granted — from wide-open spaces to ranch dressing.
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The new Deployable Energy Unity reactor core is small enough to fit inside the bed of an F-150 truck, yet generates enough electricity to power 700 homes for five years.
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The proposed AI data center for unused land in Pocatello isn’t a resolved case. After the conditional use permit was denied on May 19, Lex Developments filed an appeal. The City Council is set to hear the appeal on July 16 at 6 p.m.
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A nuclear power startup and an artificial intelligence computing company are partnering to try to create a “waterless” data center.
At an event here on Wednesday, NVIDIA debuted a chip fully powered by Valar Atomics’ small modular nuclear reactor. It was used to launch a website to demonstrate its capabilities when scaled up. The website is accessible here when the reactor is powered up.
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Local firefighters are responding to a grass fire along S Packbridge Lane near the Comore Loma subdivision.
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A Lemhi County man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison following a two-year investigation into decades of child sexual abuse.
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Interstate 86 near Fort Hall is clear today after an early morning semi-truck crash that temporarily stalled traffic.
The accident happened around 3:31 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, near mile marker 58. According to an Idaho State Police news release, a 45-year-old Aberdeen man was driving east in a 2020 Kenworth semi when he lost control of the vehicle.
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ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – After years of planning and construction, the curtain is drawn back tonight on a new chapter for one of East Idaho’s most beloved summer traditions. The Playmill Theatre celebrates its brand-new home in Island Park with the official opening of its 2026 season. The opening of the new venue marks
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Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. southwest 10 to 15 mph gust as high as 25 mph. Still a slight chance of rogue thunderstorms 30%. Some thunderstorm activity can be dry with lightning which brings fire danger to heightened awareness for the areas of dry vegetation. It will be continued breezy and gusts can
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Idaho Unites for Venezuela is collecting donations and emergency supplies to send to the areas hardest hit by the recent double earthquake in Venezuela.
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With America’s 250th anniversary just days away, the U.S. Department of Energy announced the third advanced reactor to go critical, meeting the Trump administration’s July 4 deadline.
The reactor, known as Unity and developed by Deployable Energy, successfully achieved criticality at Idaho National Laboratory. Criticality occurs when a nuclear reactor sustains a controlled nuclear chain reaction.
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Wildlife officials are urging southeastern Idaho residents to exercise caution after a bat in Bannock County tested positive for rabies, and a raccoon in Pocatello tested positive for canine distemper.
Idaho Fish and Game and Southeastern Idaho Public Health are tracking the cases and are encouraging people to be aware and know the best practices for dealing with sick or unusually bold wildlife.
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Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello hosted the “Meet the Robot” open house, where visitors could see and use the Da Vinci 5 medical robot. The robot is used in surgeries, particularly for hernias and abdominal operations. Children and people of all ages were able to cosplay as a surgeon and operate on plastic pieces, emulating a surgery.
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Francisco Salazar was arrested in Idaho Falls by U.S. Marshals and local law enforcement agencies after being tracked down for a robbery in Meridian, Idaho.
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The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is advising people who use private wells near Big Springs Avenue in Island Park to boil their water after E. coli bacteria were found in multiple wells.
The advisory affects private wells in the area around Mack’s Inn and SpringHill Suites.
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Drivers in Rexburg may encounter a temporary one-lane closure on a portion of Main Street today after a contractor experienced equipment issues overnight.
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Pocatello swore in its first new mayor in over a decade in January – Mayor Mark Dahlquist. As he approaches six months in office, Dahlquist gave insight on some of the biggest challenges Pocatello is facing today and his plans to improve the city.
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Mountain View Hospital in Idaho Falls was temporarily on lockdown after a phone-in threat was made, but the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office quickly determined there was no imminent danger and normal operations have resumed.
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The Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of Idaho’s and West Virginia’s laws allowing schools to maintain women’s and girls’ sports teams for biological females and determine eligibility based on biological sex.
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Jenefer Mitchell, a woman who helped others recover from addiction, was remembered by hundreds of people at a memorial service in Idaho Falls. Mitchell believed that anyone can overcome addiction and fought to show others that they could do it. She was heavily involved with The Center for Hope Peer Recovery Center, which provides free addiction and mental health recovery support services to adults.
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The Idaho Legislature passed more than 350 laws during its 2026 session, bringing sweeping changes to everything from transportation to school AI policies. The vast majority of these laws officially take effect tomorrow, July 1.
Local News 8 has compiled the following breakdown of the most talked-about laws going into effect tomorrow.
Continue Reading Idaho Falls residents are being encouraged to celebrate Independence Day by helping local families facing food insecurity.
The City of Idaho Falls and the Community Food Basket – Idaho Falls are partnering for an online giving campaign called “25,000 in 25 Hours,” with a goal of raising $25,000 to support the food bank’s services across eastern Idaho.
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Yellowstone Bear World was temporarily closed on Tuesday afternoon after receiving a bomb threat, but no devices or explosives were found and the park was reopened shortly after.
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The former President of the Pornteuf Valley Soccer, Cristie Stone, has been charged with Felony Grand Theft following an investigation into the organization’s finances.
The charges were filed by the Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office after an internal forensic audit uncovered significant financial irregularities.
More than three years after a fire heavily damaged Highland High School, the next phase of the school’s rebuild is nearing completion.
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 says construction remains on schedule for students and staff to move into the first phase of the new campus following winter break on Jan. 4, 2027.
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The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 34-year-old Jordin Elain Achord, who was reported missing on June 28th and last seen on June 20th in Idaho Falls, and may be traveling in a 2010 Black Ford Escape.
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A man escaped serious injuries after his truck rolled down an embankment and into the Snake River on U.S. Highway 89.
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The Idaho GOP is pushing for the elimination of all property taxes in the state.
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RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) — A summer trip that started with an unexpected Instagram message turned into the experience of a lifetime for Rigby graduate Lauren Burnside.
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Idaho Fish and Game is reminding East Idaho residents to use caution around wildlife after confirming distemper in raccoons in the Pocatello and Chubbuck area and sharing guidance for safely handling bat encounters around homes.
Over the past three weeks, Fish and Game personnel in southeast Idaho have responded to numerous reports of raccoons appearing sick, lethargic or injured. Officials say some of the animals were also seen lingering in plain view during daylight hours, behavior that is not typical for raccoons.
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Idaho ranks in the top 10 states with the most fatal falls for the elderly. With nearly 23 percent of Idaho seniors living alone, being proactive in preventing falls can make the difference between a minor bump and a debilitating injury.
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Zoo Idaho will reopen Tuesday after closing for a day while authorities investigated a bomb threat reported over the weekend.
The zoo was evacuated Sunday, June 28, as a precaution after the threat was reported. Zoo Idaho remained closed Monday while the investigation continued.
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A Pocatello man is being held on aggravated battery charges for stabbing a man in the neck in the early morning of June 24, 2026.
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Alan Reed, owner and operator of Reed’s Dairy, has been named the grand marshal of the 2026 Idaho Falls Independence Day Parade.
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce announced the selection Monday, citing Reed’s longstanding contributions to eastern Idaho through business leadership, agriculture and community service.
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Idaho’s Attorney General is warning consumers about a scam targeting people applying for permits and development projects in the Treasure Valley.
According to the Attorney General’s Office, scammers are obtaining public information submitted to local planning and development departments and using it to send fraudulent emails and invoices demanding payment.
Continue Reading MADISON COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that left a 49-year-old woman dead Sunday evening. Deputies were dispatched around 5:30 p.m. to a residence at 4021 N. 5725 E. in Madison County following a report of a shooting. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies found Lesa Perrenoud,
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Residents of Junction, Utah gathered to review emergency plans as the Cottonwood Fire continues to burn, with high winds expected to make the situation worse.
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Mo Larsen and her family were met by a small army of neighbors on Saturday morning, ready to help them recover from their loss in the Cottonwood Fire.
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Wyoming health officials have confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated adult in Teton County and are warning the public about several potential exposure locations in northwest Wyoming.
“We are asking people who may have been exposed to watch for measles symptoms for 21 days past the exposure date and consider avoiding crowded public places and high-risk settings such as daycare centers,” said Dr. Alexia Harrist, Wyoming’s state health officer.
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A Firth man is facing felony charges after Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies say he threatened people with a gun while trying to force his way into a home Saturday night.
According to the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a residence in the 2000 North block of Ammon Road just after 10 p.m. on June 27 after receiving reports of a disturbance.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – For America’s 250th birthday, Ancestry wants you to get in touch with your ancestors that helped shape America. Genealogy is a very popular past time in our area, boasting even our own Family History Center. For those that haven’t picked up the hobby, Ancestry offers a few tips to help
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The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for certain raw boneless chicken breast products sold at Fred Meyer stores due to mislabeling and an undeclared allergen, eggs.
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The Idaho Transportation Department will begin a series of scrub seal projects on several major highways in eastern Idaho, causing delays for drivers throughout the summer.
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Zoo Idaho was evacuated this morning following a possible bomb threat, and the Pocatello Police Department is on scene investigating.
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“The court case is not about whether Roundup causes cancer or not. …It’s just simply about who has the authority to determine what goes on those pesticide labels.”
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One person was injured after a helicopter made a hard landing at the Driggs airport Friday morning, and was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
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Blackfoot, Idaho is celebrating its 125th anniversary this weekend with a two-day event program at Jensen’s Grove, featuring a vendor fair, family activities, a car show, barbeque and fireworks show, as well as pioneer settlement stations, and local organizations such as Bless Blackfoot.
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Work to install a traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Yale-Kilgore Road in Island Park resumes tonight and is expected to be operational by July 1st, in advance of the Fourth of July holiday.
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Volunteers with Bingham Ag Services and the Hall Foundation spent Friday building tables for 4-H exhibitors at the Eastern Idaho State Fair, helping prepare for this year’s event while supporting youth agriculture programs.
Employees with Bingham Ag Services partnered with the Hall Foundation on Friday to build tables that will be used by 4-H exhibitors during the fair. The tables are destined for the poultry barn, where youth participants display their birds throughout the event.
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The Idaho Falls Spud Kings are facing a lawsuit from the United States Premier Hockey League, alleging that the team and three other former mountain division teams secretly planned their departure to the NAHL while still under league contracts.
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A 12-year-old was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Friday, June 26, 2026, and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
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Nicholas Rossi, who was extradited from Scotland to Utah and found guilty of rape twice, has died at age 38 from complications of an existing medical condition after choosing to discontinue medical treatment.
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Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue has responded to two river rescues in the past week, reminding people to wear life vests and be aware of the dangers of the Teton River.
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Say goodbye to registration stickers on July 1. ITD also offers two new license plate designs.
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The family of a young girl injured when windows shattered during the 2026 Idaho Potato Drop fireworks show has filed a tort claim against the City of Boise and others, alleging officials allowed the event to continue despite years of concerns about planning and permitting.
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A Utah judge ruled to hold a prosecutor in contempt for violating a pretrial publicity order in the case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, but left the death penalty in place as a possible outcome in his murder trial.
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A burn ban has been issued for Bingham County, Idaho, prohibiting open burning, recreational fires, and fireworks in the Wildland-Urban Interface areas of the county until September 30, 2026, with fines and other penalties for those who violate the ban.
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For decades, the Westgate Theatre has been a cherished summer tradition in West Yellowstone. Now, after an extensive renovation, the curtain is rising once more on West Yellowstone’s long tradition of live entertainment while creating new experiences for future generations.
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The Museum of Idaho is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a new exhibit, “The Saga of the American Revolution”, featuring artifacts from the period, including pieces from Independence Hall and a private collection from southeast Idaho.
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All drug-related charges against Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller have been officially dismissed in Fremont County, Idaho.
In a statement, Miller’s defense attorney, Jeromy W. Stafford, confirmed he had consulted with Fremont County Prosecuting Attorney Lindsey Blake, who agreed to drop the case.
“There is no evidence [Bode] possessed any illegal drugs,” Stafford stated. “Nothing was found on his person, and the passenger claimed ownership of all drugs found, so they are being dismissed factually.”
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The 2026 Idaho Falls Pride celebration, themed “Many Roots, One Rainbow,” will take place Friday and Saturday with events designed to bring together members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and families.
“I just want everyone to feel included,” Goodsell-Hall said. “Especially with the current political climate, I just want to reach out to our folks of different ethnicities and different backgrounds and be like, ‘We hear you. We love you. We accept you.'”
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