COVID-19 UPDATES: 118 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 118 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths Tuesday.
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Black Knoll Fire fully contained
UPDATE 3:30 p.m. The Black Knoll Fire has been fully contained at this time.
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Moose-Wilson Road paving and infrastructure improvements to begin next year
The National Park Service will begin construction activities addressing infrastructure needs in the southern half of the Moose-Wilson Corridor beginning in the spring of 2022.
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Fall River Electric re-elects board members
A near record setting number of ballots were cast this year for seven candidates seeking three seats on the Fall River Electric Cooperative’s board of directors.
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Hailey implements firework ban
The proposed Emergency Ordinance Banning Use of Fireworks in Hailey was adopted Monday and is currently in effect.
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Bison injures woman in Yellowstone National Park
A bison has injured a hiker in Yellowstone National Park.
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COVID-19 media briefing set Tuesday
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media briefing about COVID-19 in Idaho at 2:30 p.m. (MDT) Tuesday, June 22.
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Donations for local food pantries to be collected at Idaho Falls parade
You are being asked to bring canned goods, non-perishable items or even a few extra dollars to the parade, which will then be collected along the parade route.
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Support the North Bannock Firefighters’ Association by eating at Red Robin
You can support the North Bannock Firefighters’ Association by eating at Red Robin.
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Man arrested for attempted strangulation
A 31-year-old Bonneville County man is facing charges after being arrested by Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies Monday night.
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Idaho cities start receiving new round of federal relief funds
Governor Brad Little and State Controller Brandon Woolf announced Monday Idaho cities with populations below 50,000 will start receiving their share of $54 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Military tribute truck unveiled
Keep an eye out for a unique work of rolling art on our highways.
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New owners revive old Pocatello Naval Ordnance Plant, rename it “Titan Center”
An iconic piece of Pocatello’s industrial history is getting rejuvenated.
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US selects new cleanup contractor for Idaho nuclear site
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a new $6.4 billion contract to clean up nuclear waste at its site in Idaho that includes a national laboratory that does nuclear research.
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Fire destroys Boise elementary school set for demolition
Firefighters were working on Monday to protect a new elementary school from spreading flames after an older school, scheduled to be demolished next week, caught fire.
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Yellowstone fire danger increases to high
Yellowstone National Park’s fire danger level is now high.
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Grand Teton scales back search for hiker missing 2 weeks
Searchers in Grand Teton National Park have scaled back efforts to find a hiker missing for almost two weeks.
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Idaho gas prices see slight increase
Idaho gas prices have risen 1.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.23/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 802 stations in Idaho.
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Pocatello receives 2 awards
The City of Pocatello brought home awards from the Association of Idaho Cities’ Annual Conference.
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17th and Rollandet intersection improvement meeting set Wednesday
You are invited to attend an informational meeting regarding future intersection improvements at W. 17th Street and Rollandet Street.
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North Fremont runs alternative energy on site with solar and wind
Green energy is now part of the classroom at North Fremont Middle and High School.
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Portion of Shoup Avenue closed for construction
Idaho Falls Public Works will temporarily close one block of Shoup Avenue on Monday morning for construction.
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WSTSC begins excessive speed enforcement safety campaign
The Western States Traffic Safety Coalition (WSTSC) will initiate a special effort beginning this week to identify and address the dangers of excessive speeds on our highways.
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11 Idaho ski areas offer summer mountain biking
Eleven of Idaho’s ski areas offer lift-served mountain biking and are opening their trails for the season.
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Local fire departments participate in collaborative training
Over the weekend, the Gateway Interagency Fire Front held their joint training at the Oregon Trail Shooting Range in Pocatello.
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Pocatello NAACP hosts Juneteenth celebration
With President Joe Biden formally declaring Juneteenth a federal holiday on Thursday, this year’s Juneteenth celebration in Pocatello had a special feel.
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Priddaho in Pocatello
Priddaho held their annual pride festival at the Bannock County Event Center.
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Fundraising event for Alzheimer’s Association takes place in Pocatello
On Saturday, Concentrix Pocatello hosted a fundraising event for the Alzheimer’s Association.
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‘Shiny Side Up’ safety event brings out motorcycle enthusiasts
The “Shiny Side Up” motorcycle rally was put on by the Idaho State Police, and Grand Teton Harley Davidson.
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Anti-government activist Bundy issues Idaho campaign videos
Ammon Bundy has come out with his first videos announcing his campaign to become governor of Idaho.
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PacifiCorp proposes big build of Rocky Mountain region wind
The wind farms would add more than 1,600 megawatts of power capacity in Wyoming.
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Rexburg Legacy Flight Museum Air Show preview
This weekend is the Annual Rexburg Legacy Flight Museum Air Show.
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Red Cross warns of severe blood shortage in US
“Our biggest concern is when we get to the point of an emergency that comes in, we have maybe depleted our stock at that moment and are needing to give blood right away,” said Bradley.
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Controlled burn set for Sunday at Snake River Landing
The Idaho Falls Fire Department will be conducting a controlled burn along Milligan Road in Snake River Landing on Sunday.
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Local fire departments host Junior Firefighter Camp
Members of the Pocatello Fire Department and North Bannock Fire Department are set to host a Junior Firefighter Camp for youth ages 13 to 18.
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IDA celebrates inaugural Alaska Airlines flight to Seattle
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) celebrated the inaugural flight of Alaska Airlines from IDA to Seattle (SEA) with a traditional “water salute” on Friday.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 243 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 14 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 243 new COVID-19 cases and 14 new deaths over the weekend.
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IF firefighters raise record-breaking funds for MDA
Last weekend, Idaho Falls Fire Department/IAFF Local 1565 firefighters hit the streets and shattered fundraising records for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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Wildlife Friendly Fencing amended regulations available for review
The Teton County Planning & Building Services Department has developed and released amended draft regulations related to Wildlife Friendly Fencing.
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Wyo. Governor and First Lady congratulate RISE Award recipients
Governor Mark Gordon and First Lady Jennie Gordon, in partnership with the Wyoming Department of Education, have announced the 2020 Wyoming Recognizing Inspirational School Employees (RISE) Award recipients.
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Liz Cheney opponent pays visit to Arizona election audit
A candidate running against Liz Cheney in next year’s Republican primary has visited an effort in Arizona to cast doubt on last year’s presidential election.
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Gov. Little declares support for border security
Some of our law enforcement may be showing up at the United States-Mexico Border.
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Idaho’s May unemployment rate drops to 3%
Idaho’s unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a percent to 3% from April to May as the coronavirus pandemic fades.
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Wyo. governor aims to expand outdoor opportunities, address overcrowding at state parks
Governor Mark Gordon has announced up to $6.5 million of remaining CARES Act funds will be used to fund capacity expansion at Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites.
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Idaho Falls celebrates Juneteenth National Independence Day
Mayor Rebecca Casper issued the following statement regarding the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act.
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F&G Commission amends wolf hunting, trapping seasons to align with new state law
Idaho Fish and Game Commissioners amended current wolf trapping and hunting seasons in response to recent legislative direction.
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Southwestern Idaho couple win second large lottery prize
A southwestern Idaho couple who won $50,000 playing the Idaho Lottery last spring defied the odds by winning an additional $200,000 this month.
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Pocatello hosts Law Enforcement Appreciation BBQ
Hundreds of people gathered at the Portneuf Wellness Center on Thursday to give thanks to our men and women in uniform.
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Idaho congressman diagnosed with cancer
Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher announced on his professional Facebook page he was diagnosed with cancer.
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Utah woman killed in ATV accident
A Utah woman was killed in an ATV accident late Thursday afternoon.
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Idaho Art Lab secures down payment for ‘forever home’
The Idaho Art Lab has secured a $70,000 down payment to purchase its facility.
Continue Reading Search operations resume for 27-year-old man
Search operations continued Thursday in Grand Teton National Park for 27-year-old Cian McLaughlin, who has been missing for nine days.
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Dedication date announced for Pocatello Temple
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the date for the dedication of the Pocatello Idaho Temple.
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Goodbye Hello Crafts and Boutique now open
The Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce is welcoming a new business.
Continue Reading Idaho observes Juneteenth as new legal public holiday
Governor Brad Little issued a proclamation Thursday recognizing June 19 – known as “Juneteenth” – as a new legal public holiday observed by Idaho Code following the passage of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, which President Joe Biden signed into law on June 17, 2021.
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Idaho state courts to remain open June 18
Idaho state courts will be open Friday, June 18, ahead of the first observance of Juneteenth as a federal holiday.
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Doctor talks traumatic injury prevention
“Helmet compliance, whether you’re on a motorcycle, ATV, 4 wheeler, helps prevent traumatic brain injury. We can fix a lot of things, but we can’t fix your brain,”
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 87 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 87 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths Thursday.
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Idaho Department of Lands firefighters stop 90% of fires at 10 acres or less
Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) firefighters have already responded to 99 wildfires that burned 433 acres on state and private lands protected by the Idaho Department of Lands.
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Floating bridge installed in Idaho Falls
The City of Idaho Falls is busy making improvements to the Highway 20 bridge over the Snake River.
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30 new workplace homes in Jackson
Crews broke ground to add 30 new workforce homes in Jackson.
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Delta flight makes emergency landing in Jackson
A technical problem in the cockpit created quite the experience for pilots landing at the Jackson Hole Airport.
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Jackson water rates increasing in July
Residential water rates are going up in Jackson.
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Pocatello enacts burn ban
Pocatello will enforce a ban on certain types of fire in parts of the city beginning June 20.
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2 conflicts with deer and dogs reported in Pocatello’s Johnny Creek
For the second time in a week, a deer-dog altercation in the Johnny Creek area has been reported to the Idaho Fish and Game office in Pocatello.
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House fire on Johnson Street
A home on Johnson St. in Idaho Falls catches fire on the evening of June 16, 2021.
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Early morning house fire in Idaho Falls
An early morning fire on June 17, 2021 destroys a home on Highland Drive in Idaho Falls.
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Dry spring could mean lost crops for East Idaho farmers
A dryer than normal spring for East Idaho could mean trouble for area farmers, especially potato farmers.
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Idaho camper shoots family dog, mistaking it for wolf
A family has said their pet dog is recovering after she was shot twice last weekend by a camper in Idaho who mistook her for a wolf.
Continue Reading Idaho officials brace for tough wildfire season amid drought
Idaho officials are bracing for what could be a challenging wildfire season.
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2 hospitalized after 4 vehicle crash
UPDATE 2:45 p.m. Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash northbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 118, in Idaho Falls Wednesday around 10:36 a.m.
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State Board approves changes to college admissions, access, affordability policies
The Idaho State Board of Education Wednesday approved changes to its policy on minimum college admissions requirements and a second policy intended to make textbooks more affordable for college students.
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85 abandoned dogs found in Idaho home after tenant evicted
Police in northern Idaho say 85 dogs were found abandoned in a home where a tenant had recently been evicted.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 87 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 87 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths Wednesday.
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Child immunization clinic held Wednesday
The free immunization clinic is open to all children ages 18 years and younger who need immunizations, including COVID-19 vaccination for those 12 and older along with their parents and family members.
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Wyoming lawmakers pursue 2 hate crimes bills for 2022
Wyoming lawmakers are pursuing two possible hate crimes bills for next year’s legislative session.
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Risch on Biden-Putin meeting
U.S. Senator Risch (R-Idaho) released the following statement after President Biden’s summit with Russian President Putin.
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Yellowstone horseback day ride permit program enters fifth year
Yellowstone National Park will continue issuing free day permits to individuals who ride or lead stock such as horses and mules on park trails this summer.
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27 Idaho postal employees were attacked by dogs in 2020
In Idaho, 27 postal employees were attacked by dogs in 2020.
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Wyoming Cancer Program announces changes
The Wyoming Cancer Program, which is part of the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), announced changes to breast, cervical and colorectal screening services.
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Twin Falls County caregivers sentenced for provider fraud
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced a man and woman from Twin Falls were sentenced Friday, June 11, for provider fraud.
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Dairy West earns award for Curds + Kindness pandemic response
Dairy West is among seven organizations the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy honored Monday with its 10th annual U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards.
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Grand Teton fire danger increases to high
Teton Interagency fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to high for the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Grand Teton National Park, National Elk Refuge and remaining portions of the Teton Interagency Dispatch area.
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Idaho partners with Western Governors University to expand options for Idaho workforce
Governor Brad Little signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) Tuesday with Western Governors University (WGU) to expand access to affordable degree programs for Idahoans who need additional education to thrive in the state’s evolving workforce.
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Moccasin Ridge temporarily open for firewood collection
The Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District has opened the Moccasin Ridge Road (Forest Service road #60244) beyond the closed gate through to the end of the road for personal use firewood collection.
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North Monument Fire fully contained
The Bureau of Land Management reports the North Monument Fire was reported by the Arco Fire Department at 4 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Campylobacter cases increasing in region; raw milk suspected as source of illness
Eastern Idaho Public Health is seeing an increase of cases of Campylobacter illness which is likely associated with drinking unpasteurized (raw) milk.
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Cold Creek Fire estimated at 2,500 acres
UPDATE 6/15/21: The Bureau of Land Management reports the Cold Creek Fire is now estimated at 2,500 acres.
Continue Reading Construction update at the I-15/US-20 intersection
The Idaho Transportation Department will be temporarily closing the eastbound Grandview Dr. right-lane onto US 20.
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Federal homeless relief in Pocatello
New resources are coming to help the homeless.
Continue Reading Search for missing 27-year old man enters third day
Search operations continued into the third day for missing 27-year-old man Cian McLaughlin in Grand Teton National Park.
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Collaborative efforts result in restoration of Henrys Lake shoreline
Wildlife, residents and anglers in southeast Idaho will all benefit from collaborative efforts to restore the Henrys Lake shorelines and improve lake water quality.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 89 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 89 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths Tuesday.
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Unemployed workers risk benefits if they skip job referrals
Unemployed Idaho residents could get kicked out of a state benefits program if they don’t follow new job-seeking requirements that went into effect this month.
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Wyoming advocates hopeful about pot initiatives despite odds
Supporters of two new marijuana ballot petitions in Wyoming say they’re optimistic about getting pot questions before voters next year, especially with growing support from conservatives in the deep-red state.
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E. coli warning signs to be posted on Fish Creek and Flat Creek
Signs will be posted this week on portions of Fish Creek and Flat Creek warning recreational users of elevated levels of Escherichia coli bacteria (E. coli).
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Idaho officials pay $2.6M for wrongful convictions of 2 men
Idaho officials have approved payments of $1.4 million and $1.2 million, respectively, to two men who spent decades in prison for crimes they didn’t commit.
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Yellowstone tourism creates $560 million in economic benefits
A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows 3.8 million people to Yellowstone National Park in 2020 spent more than $444 million in communities near the park.
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Free, at-home COVID-19 tests are available in Idaho by dialing 2-1-1
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests to Idaho residents.
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Severe blood shortage: Donors needed now to address delays in patient care
The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise– and deplete the nation’s blood inventory.
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