IFFD reminds you not to burn when it is windy
The Idaho Falls Fire Department wants to remind you not to do any kind of outside burning when it is windy like it is today.
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 213 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 213 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths over the weekend.
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Construction begins on upgrades to Ravsten Stadium
Construction is well underway as crews came to Ravsten Stadium Monday to begin work on the desired upgrades to field and track in downtown Idaho Falls. Margaret Wimborne the director of communications of Idaho Falls School District #91 says “We’re really excited that work has started on our upgrades and improvements to rest in the stadium. The project is going to involve pulling up the field, replacing it with turf, and then also putting in it and a new track and some some other amenities down on the field.”
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Drive thru testing site moves location Monday
Express Lab, Idaho State University and Southeastern Idaho Public Health will be moving the location of their drive-thru COVID-19 testing site on Monday, April 4.
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Yellowstone park fundraiser offers entry pass good in 2172
As Yellowstone National Park celebrates its 150th anniversary year, the park’s fundraising arm is seeking $1,500 donations in exchange for an entry pass that can be used by a carload of the donor’s descendants to visit the park in 150 years.
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Disaster prep classes start April 6
When disaster hits our community, you may have the skills needed to save lives.
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Groups seek to stop gold mine exploratory drilling in Idaho
Environmental groups are renewing efforts to stop exploratory drilling by a Canadian mining company hoping to build a gold mine in Idaho west of Yellowstone National Park.
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Chubbuck awarded Community Project grant
The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health is awarding The Community Project pilot grant to the City of Chubbuck that will help unite the community to create an outdoor public space that brings people together.
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Idaho National Laboratory seeks partner for small hydropower field demonstration
Idaho National Laboratory researchers are looking for field demonstration partners to help investigate how regional hydropower operators can integrate industrial-scale energy storage to make their plants capable of providing local emergency power during blackouts.
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Idaho gas prices hold steady
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 0.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.41/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.
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Rexburg prepares city fiber network for the future
Rexburg is upgrading its city communication infrastructure starting by installing 20 miles of fiber optic cable throughout the city.
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New law will keep 44 Bannock County residents on property tax reduction program
The Bannock County Assessor’s Office is aware of the recent changes made to the Property Tax Reduction Program, formerly known as the “Circuit Breaker.”
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Tax Day is coming soon. Here’s what you need to know about filing your 2021 taxes
Soaring inflation. The war in Ukraine. Yet another rise in COVID-19 cases. With so much going on this year it’s hard to focus on things like filing your taxes.
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Extreme winds forecast for Monday and Tuesday
SOUTHEAST IDAHO (KIFI) – We are expecting some of the windiest conditions we have seen in quite some time for both Monday and Tuesday. Sustained wind speeds are expected to be between 30-45 mph for the Snake River Plain, Magic Valley, and mountain peaks in central ID and western WY. Wind gusts could reach 60 to 70
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Two dead in crash near Osgood
Idaho State Police received multiple calls of a vehicle in a canal just after 7 A.M. Sunday morning on N 3145 E, just north of County Line Road, near Osgood.
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East Idaho special needs Easter egg hunt being held on April 16
The event will be in St. Anthony, ID, at the Boyd Yancey Memorial (Horsey) Park (located on East 2nd North near 5th West). The hunt starts promptly at 10 a.m.
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LDS Prophet: Temple to be built in Montpelier
The President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces a Temple will be built in Montpelier, Idaho.
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Zoo Idaho hosts Opening Day
Starting April 2, Zoo Idaho will open its gates Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Dispose of hazardous waste at Bannock County Landfill on Saturday
The Bannock County Landfill’s Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, April 2.
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Rigby Rockets blasting off to new heights
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – Months of carefully crafting the perfect rocket may soon pay off for the Rigby Rockets. The club is joining thousands of students across the country to compete in the Team America Rocketry Challenge. All hoping to earn themselves a trip to Washington D.C. to compete in the finals. Rigby science teacher,
Continue Reading High winds whip up Southeastern Idaho
SOUTHEAST IDAHO (KIFI)- Windy conditions will slowly decrease into the night ahead. We are currently seeing very gusty winds outside right now. Sustained winds have been between 20-30 mph for much of the afternoon and gusts have gotten as high as 55 mph with most of the top gusts being between 40 and 50 mph.
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A Walk In The Cold event steps in for local rescue mission
The Idaho Falls Rescue Mission held its first annual “Walk in the Cold” event Saturday morning.
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One dead after wrong-way driver crash
At 3:20 a.m., a 36-year-old male, from Fort Hall, driving a Chevy Impala, was driving south in the northbound lanes on I-15. A 69-year-old male, from Blackfoot, driving an Oldsmobile Alero, was traveling north on I-15.
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City requiring erosion and sediment control compliance at construction sites by April 4
Failure to comply could result in a fine, imprisonment, or both.
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Young hunters get early shot at a gobbler beginning April 8 near Salmon and Challis
Fifty young turkey hunters get an early shot during Idaho’s Youth-Only controlled turkey hunt that runs April 8 through May 25 in the Salmon and Challis areas.
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Spring traffic update for Jervois Idaho Cobalt Operations
Jervois Mining will be transporting wide loads on Williams Creek, Moccasin Creek, Deep Creek and Panther Creek roads.
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Graduate Research Symposium winners announced
Idaho State University’s 8th annual Graduate Research Symposium featured 80 submissions across multiple disciplines.
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Pocatello water system flushing begins Monday
The City of Pocatello Water Department will be conducting its annual system flushing program beginning April 4, 2022.
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New details released in Idaho Falls homicide
Video surveillance footage recovered from La Michoacana Ice Cream Palace revealed two individuals near or inside the F350 at approximately 3:18 P.M. About 15 minutes later, surveillance video showed a third individual, Rangel, walking toward the truck.
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Rangers rescue stranded backcountry skier in Grand Teton
Park rangers and Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) jointly responded to rescue a stranded backcountry skier on the East Prong of Mount Owen at approximately 10:30 a.m. Friday morning in Grand Teton National Park.
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BYU-Idaho Collegiate Singers performing during Saturday conference session
The Collegiate Singers will be performing during the Saturday afternoon session of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints’ general conference.
Continue Reading Fremont County issues burn ban
Due to a wind advisory issued for Saturday, April 2, open burning in Fremont County is prohibited from noon to 8 pm on Saturday.
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Intersection of 49th and Ammon Road closed next week
The intersection of 49th and Ammon Road will be closed beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, April 4.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 208 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 208 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths Friday.
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New restaurant opens in downtown Idaho Falls
A new restaurant is officially open in downtown Idaho Falls.
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Military round found in Bonneville County
At approximately 10:15 a.m. Friday, Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies were notified of an unknown military type round located on property near the Osgood Exit and North County Line Road.
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2 Idaho men enter guilty pleas to drug trafficking conspiracy
A Pocatello man and a Murtaugh man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance.
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Local veterans overwhelmed at the gift of storage sheds built by area students
There were smiles and cheers all the way around as the Construction Combine came to an end and the students finished up their work.
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Some taxpayers must provide more info to get refunds
Are you expecting a refund after filing your 2021 tax return? There may be one more step to take before you can get a refund.
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Ideal Option clinic tackles Bonneville County opioid crisis
Ideal Option held an open house at its clinic in Idaho Falls on Friday.
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IFFD Firefighter/Paramedic recognized as Firefighter of the Year
During Thursday night’s annual American Legion Post 56 Awards Ceremony, Idaho Falls Firefighter/Paramedic Justin King received the Firefighter of the Year award.
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Idaho Falls Community Hospital opens new pediatric clinic
Idaho Falls Community Hospital teamed up with Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital to provide a brand new Pediatric Specialty Clinic.
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Grand Teton reverses plan to require photographer permits
Strong criticism has led Grand Teton National Park to reverse its plan to require portrait photographers to have a permit to take wedding pictures during the upcoming tourist season.
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Man arrested following homicide in Idaho Falls
UPDATE 3/31/22: At approximately 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Idaho Falls Police officers responded to the area of 200 S Woodruff behind Planet Fitness for a report of a possibly deceased person.
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Bingham County Sheriff enters “not guilty” plea during arraignment
Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland pleaded “not guilty” during his arraignment Thursday afternoon.
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Monster truck makes special birthday appearance
It was a big day at Holy Spirit Catholic School in Pocatello.
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Idaho Senate fails to override coronavirus vaccine bill veto
The Idaho Senate has failed to override Republican Gov. Brad Little’s veto of legislation making it illegal for most businesses to require the coronavirus vaccine.
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Government contract fair in Blackfoot could have potential impacts on Idaho’s economy
The Idaho Procurement Technical Assistance Center hosted its annual government job fair on Thursday, near Blackfoot.
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Local businesses and schools rally together to send aid to Ukrainian refugees
As the Russian Ukrainian war continues a local business owner was looking for a way send help to the refugees fleeing from their homes in Ukraine. “All of us in the community, you know, we’ve been watching everything go on in the news and I think all of us just felt a little bit helpless.” Says McKenna Perkins one of the organizers behind this drive.
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Idaho lawmakers wrap up 81-day legislative session
Idaho lawmakers have wrapped up this year’s legislative session that included passing the state’s largest ever income tax cut of $600 million and one of the nation’s most restrictive abortion bans.
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Rexburg to install 20 miles of fiber optic cable
The City of Rexburg is embarking on an upgrade to its communication infrastructure by installing over 20 miles of fiber optic cable throughout the city in order to link city facilities and assets.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 72 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 72 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths Thursday.
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Brian Laundrie’s parents ask a court to dismiss the lawsuit filed by the family of Gabby Petito
In a motion filed Wednesday, the parents of Brian Laundrie asked a Florida court to dismiss a civil lawsuit brought by Gabby Petito’s parents earlier this month.
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Newly installed kiosks damaged at Lead Draw
Shooters damaged the newly installed kiosk at the Lead Draw trailhead days after installation.
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Police seek vandal who damages elk statue
The Jackson Police Department is trying to find the man who caused $5,000 of damage to an elk statue.
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Wildfire season is coming back soon
With the snow starting to melt and the temperatures starting to rise, wildfires are expected to soon return back to our area.
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New Census data shows growth across Idaho counties
Newly released data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows Idaho’s population growth from 2020 to 2021 was well dispersed around the state, with every Idaho county growing in population over the year.
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Magistrate Judge applicants for Bannock County
The Sixth Judicial District Magistrate Commission will be selecting a magistrate judge to replace the Honorable Bryan K. Murray will be retiring effective July 1, 2022.
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2022 Liberty on Parade registration, theme and grand marshals announced
The 2022 ‘Liberty on Parade’ annual Independence Day parade will take place on Monday, July 4, 2022, and will start at 9:00 a.m.
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Zoo Idaho opening day set April 2
Zoo Idaho will open its gates Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning April 2.
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Idaho National Laboratory’s state economic impact grows to over $3 billion
Idaho National Laboratory has released its Fiscal Year 2021 Economic Impact Summary.
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Pocatello Animal Services seeks homes for kitten foster program
Kitten season is upon us, and Pocatello Animal Services is looking for fosters.
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Temporary speed reductions on SH-32 as spring breakup approaches
Recent winter storms and fluctuating temperatures have caused potholes to develop along roadways in Eastern Idaho.
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How gas prices have changed in Idaho in the last week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Idaho using data from AAA.
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Jackson Hole Airport runway closure begins April 11
The Jackson Hole Airport is preparing for an upcoming runway closure.
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Chubbuck Police Lt. Sasser graduates from FBI National Academy
The Chubbuck Police Department announced Lieutenant Nick Sasser graduated from the FBI National Academy on March 17 alongside two hundred and sixty-nine law enforcement officers in Quantico, Virginia.
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Idaho governor vetoes change in school funding formula
Idaho Gov. Brad Little has vetoed legislation altering the way money is allocated to K-12 schools.
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Gov. Little vetoes bill on judicial appointment process
Idaho Gov. Brad Little has vetoed legislation involving the process for judicial appointments.
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Planned Parenthood files lawsuit in Idaho to block abortion ban modeled on Texas law
Planned Parenthood filed a petition Wednesday in the Idaho Supreme Court to block Idaho’s copycat Texas-style abortion ban, which aims to prohibit abortion after approximately six weeks of pregnancy.
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Idaho cleanup project removes radioactive materials from Idaho
Another milestone was reached for waste removal at the Idaho National Laboratory.
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New Target location opens in Jackson
There is a new shopping option in Jackson.
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Thirkill Elementary brings in 3,000 books thanks to the hard work of the students
March is Literacy month at Thurkill Elementary School in Soda Springs Idaho. As part of their festivities they had many different first responders and members of the military come to their school to read to them. But the big theme for the month was the Book Blast fundraiser.
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter full, adoptions and fostering needed
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter needs people to come adopt or foster animals, after the shelter announced they are full.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 138 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 138 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths Wednesday.
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Bonneville High School choirs spread music across New York City
Some of our local students are getting the chance to perform on the other side of the country.
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IFPD Chief Johnson is finalist for Illinois Chief of Police position
Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson is one of three finalist for the Champaign, Illinois Chief of Police position.
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Construction Combine kicks of Wednesday
The 2022 Construction Combine kicked off Wednesday.
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Idaho Lottery still looking for Million Dollar Raffle winner
It’s been three months since the Idaho Lottery announced the winning numbers for its holiday favorite game, the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle.
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AAA’s “One-Tank Getaways”
Amid soaring gas prices, Idahoans may turn to short, spontaneous road trips this spring.
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ISU program pairs students and community members for free tax assistance
Idaho State University College of Business student Nicholas Mingo has gained academic knowledge of tax issues in the classroom, but it wasn’t until he decided to volunteer with the VITA program that he was able to see how his knowledge could help others in the real world.
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NRCS Idaho accepting applications from producers, landowners for farm bill programs
he U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from agricultural producers and forest landowners from Idaho for several Farm Bill Programs.
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Talking COVID-19 with ABC’s Dr. Jen Ashton
Local News 8 at Noon anchors Dylan Carder and Emma Benson interview ABC chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton about the latest pandemic news.
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Wanted subjects found hiding inside business
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies located two wanted suspects hiding inside a commercial business unit overnight.
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Coroner identifies man who died in mobile home fire
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in cooperation with the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, has confirmed the identity of the deceased following the mobile home fire on the 6300 block of South Fifth Avenue in Pocatello on March 23.
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Idaho governor signs grocery sales tax credit boost
Idaho Gov. Brad Little has signed into law a $20 increase in the amount Idaho residents can recover on taxes paid on food through the grocery sales tax credit.
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A popular Idaho pastime might be a bit crowded this year
Camping season is approaching and while many of us may wish to take part in the past time, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is reminding us to plan ahead. Bruce Hallman the public affairs officer for the bureau says the camp ground sites are already filling up.
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day
Many Idahoans are remembering the war effort that Americans took direct part in.
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My World Discovery Museum hosts Stand with Ukraine fundraiser
The My World Discovery Museum brings a sense of wonder and excitement to our local youth and on Tuesday, they wanted to so something more.
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Lead grant fund used to help students build sheds for local disabled veterans
The City of Pocatello’s Neighborhood and Community Services Division is one of the sponsors for this year’s Construction Combine which Idaho State University puts on each year.
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Pickup veers into house during crash
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – A car crash involved a house Tuesday in Jefferson County.
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Simpson scores funding for College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has secured $100,000 in a recent government funding bill to strengthen workforce development programming at the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) in Idaho Falls.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 126 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 126 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths Tuesday.
Continue Reading Gov. Little OKs bill to keep older owners in their homes
Gov. Brad Little has signed into law a property tax reduction for higher-valued houses to keep older, low-income Idaho residents in their homes.
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Idaho launches formal robocall investigation partnership with FCC
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced Idaho’s involvement in a new partnership with the FCC to investigate robocalls.
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Bannock County to host Critical Incident Stress Management training for area first responders
Local first responders are forming a support team to help each other recover from traumatic incidents.
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Improving US Forest Service trails
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest regularly seeks opportunities to work with volunteer groups to complete needed work on the forest.
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Jackson begins transition to summer operations
The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Department (TCJPRD) is beginning to transition from winter to summer operations while navigating snow melt and mud season.
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Teton County, Wyo. leads state for deaths due to fentanyl
Teton County, Wyoming is leading the state for deaths due to the drug fentanyl.
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Rexburg traffic light study to be conducted during April at N. 2nd and Mountain River
The Idaho Transportation Department will be turning off the traffic signals for the month of April at the intersection of 2nd and the C-A-L Ranch parking lot in Rexburg.
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Pocatello Street Operations Department switches to summer work hours April 4
The City of Pocatello Street Department will be making the switch to its summer work hours on Monday, April 4.
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