The Shilo Inn has shutdown – Employees say they were given no notice
Employees of the Idaho Falls Shilo Inn are left scrambling after finding out they were shut down Tuesday morning.
“I was on the way down here from…
Local News
Voting for Justice: Voters will select District Judge in first contested race in more than a decade
Incumbent District Judge Steven Boyce is being challenged by Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal.
In their opening arguments, Boyce…
Continue Reading
ISU Robotics Program Students Heading to National Competition
Idaho State University has hundreds of majors and programs to choose from. One of the lesser known of these programs is Robotics, nestled within the…
Continue Reading
‘Mother Nature Said Not This Year’: Jensen Grove to remain dry despite infrastructure repairs
Just days after water began flowing back into Jensen Grove, a new state-ordered cutoff has stopped the city from filling the popular recreation…
Continue Reading
Meet the candidates for Bonneville County Coroner: Shante Sanchez faces Tim Schuijt
Incumbent Shante Sanchez has been serving as the Bonneville County Coroner since she was appointed in December 2024. Challenger Tim Shuijt is a…
Continue Reading
Community Food Basket of Idaho Falls Hosting Stapling Party to Prepare for Food Drive
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- Before the Community Food Basket of Idaho Falls can Stamp Out Hunger, it’s got to clamp down on getting the word out. The…
Continue Reading
Gov. Little to declare May as Wildfire Awareness Month
Governor Brad Little is set to officially declare May as Wildfire Awareness Month this Friday, calling on Idahoans to begin preparing now before the…
Continue Reading
Local News 8 joins “Battle of The Badges” blood drive challenge to help save lives across Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A friendly competition between Air Idaho Rescue, EIRMC, and American Red Cross has now made its way right into the Local…
Continue Reading
Election heats up at first Legislative Debate
With three weeks to go until the May 19 election, voters heard directly from Kelly Golden, Stephanie Mickelsen, Erin Bingham and Brian McKellar in…
Continue Reading
Counterfeit Cash: Idaho Falls retiree scammed out of hundreds in marketplace sale
As cash continues to circulate alongside digital payments, counterfeit bills are still slipping into everyday transactions, often going unnoticed…
Continue Reading
Protect your pup: Local Vets emphasize pet vaccinations amid Parvo Awareness Day
April 28 marks National Parvo Awareness Day, and Eastern Idaho veterinarians are sounding the alarm: 90% of all Canine Parvovirus cases are fatal…
Continue Reading
Jury awards $160,000 in Idaho State racial discrimination case
Idaho State University will pay $160,000 in damages in a racial discrimination case.
A Bannock County jury Thursday ruled in favor of Chanica…
Continue Reading
State Board OKs tuition increases — Idaho’s largest in three years
Idaho students are likely to pay more for college this fall — when the sticker price for higher education goes up by as much as $425 per…
Continue Reading
From Pocatello to Rexburg: Eastern Idaho libraries and shops gear up for Free Comic Book Day 2026
Calling all caped crusaders and pop culture enthusiasts: this Saturday, May 2nd, marks the 24th annual Free Comic Book Day, and several locations…
Continue Reading
Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home
For over two hours Monday, the Davis County Bomb Squad removed explosives from a home in a West Bountiful neighborhood, throwing neighbors into a…
Continue Reading
Golden Knights family finds comfort in Mammoth hockey community after having a baby in the NICU
Brian White and his family are from Idaho but have been long-time Vegas Golden Knights fans. They recently found out they’d be getting a new…
Continue Reading
Leaving a mark: Declaration of Independence replica stops in Rexburg for ‘America 250’ Tour
Tuesday, the Madison Library District hosts a special appearance of a traveling replica of the Declaration of Independence, and people lined up to…
Continue Reading
Utility work begins on Lewisville Highway; Expected to last through June
Crews with Bybee Excavation began work on Monday to install underground lines for nearby development.
The roadway will remain open to northbound…
Continue Reading
Judge denies delay: Kouri Richins to be sentenced on late husband’s birthday
Convicted killer Kouri Richins will face sentencing as scheduled next month after a judge rejected a defense motion to postpone the hearing.
Richins…
Continue Reading
Ammon’s “Freezing for a Reason” returns May 16; Registration closes Friday
The City of Ammon is preparing to be “Freezing for a Reason” to raise some cold, hard cash for a good cause. Registration is officially closing this…
Continue Reading
5,500 Miles for America: Cross-country runner Noah Coughlan inspires Idaho on epic coast-to-coast journey
“I would walk 500 miles, and I would walk 5000 more…” A cross-country odyssey is making its way through Idaho—one determined step at a…
Continue Reading
First female fire department chief takes the reins at Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory’s first female fire chief took the helm today, protecting 890-square miles of critical nuclear and energy infrastructure…
Continue Reading
Former Idaho Governor dies from Colon Cancer – The Importance of Screening
The passing of former Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne on April 24, 2026, is shining a spotlight on the importance of…
Continue Reading
Ready, Set, Clean: City of Idaho Falls announces neighborhood cleanup events
The City is gearing up for the annual Clean & Green citywide cleanup effort, a partnership between Idaho Falls Code Enforcement and Idaho Falls…
Continue Reading
Pocatello Water Department begins annual system flushing
Pocatello residents may notice a change in their water tonight. Today, April 27, the city’s Water Department began its annual system flushing, a…
Continue Reading
Idaho farmers face tough choices to keep permanent crops alive during the statewide drought emergency
With Idaho under a statewide drought emergency, farmers face tough decisions heading into this year’s crop season.
At Williamson Orchards and…
Continue Reading
“Make a Plan”: Idaho Secretary of State announces start of early voting for May Primaries
The road to the May 19 Primary Election officially opened today as early voting began in several counties across Idaho. While the rollout varies by…
Continue Reading
Skyline High cleared to reopen Tuesday
While tests were promising, District 91 officials say they are awaiting information from Home Health Environmental before reopening the doors to…
Continue Reading
Watch Art Happen: New mural underway at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library has become the canvas of a colorful tribute to the Gate City. On Monday, local artist Nick Hottman began the first…
Continue Reading
DOJ to Provide Update on White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting
The U.S. Department of Justice will hold a public briefing today, April 27, regarding this past weekend’s shooting at the White House…
Continue Reading
Honoring a Namesake: Local artist gifts historical tribute to City of Pocatello
Last week, city leadership gratefully accepted a print of a young Chief Pocatello, the city’s namesake. Local artist Tal Sampson donated the print…
Continue Reading
Free Bakery–No, Really!
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — If you live on Lorene Street in Rexburg, you may catch the sweet scent of fresh baked goods drifting your way.…
Continue Reading
SCHOOL CLOSURE
BUTTE COUNTY, IDAHO (KIFI) – Butte County Joint School District is closed today due to snow and inclement weather. We will continue to provide…
Continue Reading
‘I don’t expect forgiveness’: Authorities review writings of California teacher suspected of shooting
The day after a man opened fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, authorities are combing through a message sent by the…
Continue Reading
USS Idaho Submarine Officially Commissioned into US Navy
The USS Idaho Submarine was officially commissioned into the United States Navy this morning in Connecticut, marking a historic moment for both Idaho…
Continue Reading
E-Waste Recycling Event in Pocatello Encourages Safe Disposal of Electronics
A partnership between Idaho National Laboratory, Idaho State University, and eCyclers of Idaho brought an electronic waste collection event to the…
Continue Reading
Senior Helpers in Idaho Falls Share Spring Cleaning Do’s and Don’ts
Senior Helpers in Idaho Falls are extra busy during the spring, with seniors in the community taking on spring cleaning, house projects, and getting…
Continue Reading
Former Idaho Gov. Dirk Kempthorne dies at 74
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI)– Former U.S. Secretary of the Interior and Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne has died at 74, according to his family, with…
Continue Reading
Rexburg’s branching out: City launches $1 million trees project on Arbor Day
“It’s a $1 million dollar grant, so we’re going to be planting trees all over the city all summer long,” said Rexburg Mayor Jerry Merrill.…
Continue Reading
How to stay Bear Aware this upcoming season
A warmer-than-usual winter and early spring conditions are changing bear behavior across eastern Idaho, according to wildlife experts.
“We had a…
Continue Reading
Former American Falls Treasurer charged with grand theft; Allegedly stole $278K for personal medical bills
Former City Treasurer of American Falls, Deana England, has been arrested for grand theft with a total of $278,057.98 lost in city money.…
Continue Reading Skyline High closure extended while district awaits safety clearance
Skyline High School remains shuttered on Friday as the Idaho Falls School District 91 awaits final safety certification following a cooling system…
Continue Reading
Idaho couple donates 330 acre ‘oasis’ to land trust to create a nature preserve instead of subdivisions
The breakneck pace of growth in Southern Idaho has seen more and more open spaces transform into subdivisions, but one couple has a different vision…
Continue Reading
Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case
A married Boise couple who wrote a manifesto that included a “kill list” have been found guilty by an Ada County jury of a combined 122 counts of…
Continue Reading
The Croc will see you now: 400-Pound Crocodile visits U of U Health for CT Scan
fter a while, even a crocodile needs a check-up. For Bill, a 61-year-old Siamese crocodile at Utah’s Hogle Zoo, a recent trip to the doctor was one…
Continue Reading
Local LEGO enthusiast moves on in national competition
There’s an exciting update for a local Idaho Falls man, David McClelland.
As we reported in December, this engineer by day, LEGO builder by night,…
Continue Reading
Blackfoot infrastructure project aims to refill Jensen Grove ahead of Summer season
City crews in Blackfoot have rebuilt a key dike along the Snake River after high spring runoff last year damaged the system that supplies water to…
Continue Reading
Small plane damaged after landing at Pocatello Airport; High winds suspected
A small plane was damaged after landing at the Pocatello Regional Airport Thursday, by what officials speculate may have been a large gust of…
Continue Reading
USS Idaho to be commissioned into Navy’s active fleet Saturday
The U.S. Navy has a powerful new addition to its arsenal honoring the Gem State. This Saturday, after years of construction, the USS Idaho (SSN 799)…
Continue Reading
Skyline High School to remain closed as work on Air Conditioning System Continues
According to a press release from District 91, All water from the AC system has been…
Continue Reading
Eastern Idaho residents invited to drop-off expired medications for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Eastern Idaho residents are being encouraged to clean out their medicine cabinets this weekend as part of National…
Continue Reading
Skyline faithful celebrate Kenyon Sadiq’s big day in Idaho Falls
Today at Eagle Rock Middle School, the Skyline High School Alumni Association put on an NFL Draft watch party. The reason? Kenyon Sadiq, a former…
Continue Reading
Skyline Grad Kenyon Sadiq Drafted by the New York Jets
The energy in Idaho Falls is electric this Thursday as the community prepares for Thursday night’s NFL Draft. The attention of the community is on…
Continue Reading
Idaho Transportation Department technician survives harrowing collision; back on the job
“I was waving my arms, jumping around, trying to get him to slow down and stop. And he never touched the brakes,” Brandon Bates said. “He hit…
Continue Reading
Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims
Albertsons has reached a settlement to resolve any federal, state, or tribal-based legal claims involving opioids.
In a news release, Albertsons…
Continue Reading
Here’s what Utah is putting inside the ‘America 250’ time capsule
Utah’s contributions to a national time capsule to be opened 250 years from now were laid out on a table.
“It’s a collection of things representing…
Continue Reading
Are your allergies worse this year? Why Idaho’s shifting temperatures are triggering your allergies
Allergists tell us the frequent shifting of temperatures, the constant blowing winds, and the spreading of pollen have been forcing our bodies to…
Continue Reading
Class is back in session: Hawthorne Middle School to reopen Friday
Classes will resume as scheduled at Hawthorne Middle School in Pocatello tomorrow, April 24, following a one-day closure due to an unexpected…
Continue Reading
Idahoan Foods to permanently close Rupert processing plant
A longtime Idaho company is closing one of its processing plants in the Magic Valley. Idahoan Foods confirms it will shut down its facility in…
Continue Reading
“Through the Eyes of Our Learners:” School District 25 invites community to special America 250 fine arts exhibition on May 1st
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is inviting the community out to a special Fine Arts Exhibition celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of…
Continue Reading
Traffic Alert: Roadway improvements at St. Clair and John Adams to begin April 27
Beginning Monday, April 27, crews will begin a roadway improvement project at the intersection of St. Clair Road and John Adams…
Continue Reading
Local law enforcement/Upper Valley SAFE Initiative to Youth Digital Safety Workshop Saturday
As digital threats evolve, local law enforcement and community volunteers are joining forces to ensure parents aren’t left behind.
On Saturday,…
Continue Reading
Idaho ranks last in per pupil spending, again
Idaho spends the least in the country per student in K-12 public schools, according to newly released data from the National Center for Educational…
Continue Reading
“Battle of The Badges” blood drive challenge aims to save lives across Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A friendly competition is turning into a life-saving mission across Idaho. Air Idaho Rescue, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical…
Continue Reading
Hooked on books! Celebrate National Library Week at the Idaho Falls Public Library
“We like the fish,” said book-reading Dad Jameson Rammell. “They have a great kids section. So we spend a lot of time there – tons of books, tons…
Continue Reading
Skyline High School to remain closed tomorrow
Apparently, strong odors are coming from the school’s air conditioning unit. D91 Maintenance says the stench is being caused by a stagnant cooling…
Continue Reading
ISU Dance Company to Host First Showcase
Each week, a dedicated group of ISU student dancers files into the Red Hill building on campus to rehearse solos, duets and group routines for their…
Continue Reading
Join Feeding the 5000 Families Saturday for a Food Drive
This Saturday, April 25 is the 29th annual food drive for the Idaho Food Bank put on by Feeding the 5000 families and local faith-based…
Continue Reading
TRIO Program to Host Second Annual Military Families Resource Fair
The TRIO Program at ISU is designed to help veterans and active duty military members find resources and support them through their education. The…
Continue Reading
Blackfoot implements water restrictions as drought and low snowpack raise concerns
The city of Blackfoot has implemented water restrictions due to concerns about water supply heading into the summer months.
Mayor Scott Stufflebeam…
Continue Reading
‘It’s really hard to be a teenage girl these days’: Bridle Up Hope empowers women and girls through healing with horses
Healing doesn’t always happen in a traditional setting. For some girls and women, it starts in the saddle. A partnership between Champ’s Heart…
Continue Reading
Idaho Falls celebrates completion of multi-million dollar Frontier Center renovation
The Frontier Center for the Performing Arts, formerly the Idaho Falls Civic Center, has finished its expansion, making the local landmark more ADA…
Continue Reading
D91 1st Graders get a get a hands-on look in into farming and agriculture
The event is designed to offer first graders a hands-on look at the industry that powers their community. The fairgrounds were abuzz as students…
Continue Reading
US-20 Traffic Alert: Buffalo River Bridge repairs set to begin Monday in Island Park
On Monday, April 27, crews will begin working to stabilize the soil where the bridge meets the roadway and repave sections to create a smoother ride…
Continue Reading
Crash caught on camera as vehicle slams into West Yellowstone gift shop
A vehicle crashed into a family-owned gift shop in West Yellowstone last week, sending merchandise flying and narrowly missing striking employees…
Continue Reading
Hawthorne Middle School closed Thursday due to plumbing issue
There will be no classes at Hawthorne Middle School in Pocatello tomorrow, Thursday, April 23, due to an unexpected plumbing…
Continue Reading
Fall River Electric responding to widespread outage in Rexburg area
Fall River Electric Cooperative crews are responding to a widespread power outage affecting almost 1,000 customers in the Rexburg area Wednesday…
Continue Reading
Pocatello Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for Child Pornography
A 34-year-old Pocatello man faces up to over a decade in federal prison for receiving child pornography following a joint undercover operation…
Continue Reading
New tool helps visualize water use — and what’s not reaching the Great Salt Lake
If you haven’t been to the Great Salt Lake lately, the impact is hard to miss. Lower water levels, an expanding shoreline, and ongoing concerns…
Continue Reading
Homeowner surprised by swarm of 30,000 bees
It was an unlikely problem that showed up out of the blue Monday, just outside Jeannette Stokes Memmott’s front…
Continue Reading
Museum of Idaho celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with interactive exhibit
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – A major milestone in American history is being celebrated right here in East Idaho. The Museum of Idaho has just opened a…
Continue Reading
TCFR receives funding boost to map and mitigate wildfire risks
Teton County Fire & Rescue is getting a boost ahead of fire season thanks to new grant funding.
Last week, TCFR was awarded grant funding from the…
Continue Reading
Red, White, and Blue Jeans: Eastern Idaho State Fair unveils 2026 theme and entertainment lineup
The wait is officially over. The Eastern Idaho State Fair is pulling back the curtain today on its highly anticipated 2026 entertainment lineup,…
Continue Reading
Idaho’s largest Teachers’ Union formally breaks ties with Gov. Little over ‘union-busting’ legislation
During the Idaho Education Association’s annual business meeting this past weekend, members voted overwhelmingly to issue a vote of no confidence…
Continue Reading No School at Skyline High School due to Maintenance Issues
D91 Maintenance is working with an industrial hygienist at MarCom, as well as a maintenance contractor, to address issues with the AC…
Continue Reading
Mobile clinic brings preventative care to eastern Idaho communities
Getting in to see a doctor in Idaho is not always easy. For many, it is not just about cost, but distance, availability, and even finding a provider…
Continue Reading Southeast Idaho fire crews prep for dry, potentially busy wildfire season
Fire officials say the upcoming wildfire season in Idaho is shaping up to be a busy one, driven by a dry winter and changing weather…
Continue Reading
A new chapter: Blackfoot honors retiring Chief Croft after 26 years of service
The Blackfoot Police Department is entering a new chapter following more than two decades of consistent leadership. On Monday, city officials and…
Continue Reading
Thanks to the community: An organization is bringing 800 feminine hygiene kits to Kenya
The Life Together Alliance is collecting feminine hygiene products, fabric, and underwear to send to girls in Kenya.
They focus on 3 goals:…
Continue Reading
Fire destroys the Caldwell home of Idaho State Representative Kent Marmon, leaving the residence uninhabitable
On Monday evening at 9:50 p.m., Caldwell fire crews responded to a residential structure fire in Caldwell near the College of Idaho’s Marty Holly…
Continue Reading
This farmer credits homemade ‘Hobbit Hole’ greenhouse with saving crops from freeze
Last week’s freezing temperatures hit Utah’s fruit farms hard, with experts saying most lost their entire crop. But one farmer in Ogden credits the…
Continue Reading
Large Rexburg Police training exercise scheduled today at Frontier Credit Union
The Rexburg Police Department is notifying the surrounding community of an important training exercise scheduled for tonight at the Frontier Credit…
Continue Reading
Bannock Bark Park closed this week for tree removals
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — If you’re a dog owner in downtown Pocatello, you’ll need to find a different spot to let your pups run around this…
Continue Reading
Look, but don’t touch: Idaho Fish and Game issues Spring warning for baby wildlife
With spring in the air and baby wildlife season in full bloom, Idaho Fish and Game is issuing an important reminder to hikers and outdoor…
Continue Reading
“Changing lives through horses and habits”: Bridle Up Hope celebrates graduates in Idaho Falls
A new program in Idaho Falls is helping girls and women build confidence—not in a classroom, but in the saddle. Bridle Up Hope has officially…
Continue Reading
“Rapidly changing conditions”: TCSAR urges caution following multiple weekend rescues
Teton County Search and Rescue is urging outdoor enthusiasts to be extra cautious during the unpredictable spring transition after crews responded…
Continue Reading
Coroner releases name of Layton man killed in I-15 rollover near Pocatello
Bannock County Authorities have identified the semi-truck driver who lost his life in a single-vehicle rollover south of Pocatello last…
Continue Reading
INL appoints Jennifer Porter as new Fire Chief; Jim Blair to retire
“Jennifer has earned this opportunity through years of exceptional leadership, technical expertise and unwavering commitment to INL’s mission,”…
Continue Reading
U.S. Olympic silver medalist and Teton Valley native Jaelin Kauf honored in Driggs
The most decorated American moguls skier in history grew up carving the slopes at Grand Targhee Ski…
Continue Reading
“You don’t come to work planning on losing your life that day,” ITD urge caution as National Work Zone Awareness week begins
The Idaho Transportation Department is marking National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 20–24 with a push for safer driving across the state.…
Continue Reading