Warm weather brings early rush to Idaho garden shops
Spring is coming early this year for garden centers and nurseries as warmer weather drives customers…
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Bridger-Teton National Forest implements new programs ahead of boating season
The Bridger-Teton National Forest is implementing a new fee program and large group reservation system for the Snake River Canyon beginning in May…
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Prescribed burns planned near Roberts this April
Several prescribed burns are scheduled near the Roberts area in early April, as Idaho Fish and Game Upper Snake Region and the Bureau of Land…
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Health Officials urge continued vigilance against Influenza as cases continue to wind down
Flu season is still impacting people across eastern Idaho and western Wyoming even as temperatures rise, according to health officials. Epidemiology…
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Festival of Trees raises $85,000 for Development Workshop Inc.
Fundraising efforts from this past holiday season’s Festival of Trees raised $85,000 for D.W.I., the Development Workshop in Idaho Falls. The group…
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Sundance Film Festival says farewell to Park City, Utah
After more than four decades of calling Utah home, the Sundance Film Festival is moving to Boulder, Colorado.
The Sundance Institute announced…
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Controversial bill banning homeless camps on public property reaches Gov. Little’s desk
Senate Bill 11-41 bans camping and sleeping on public property in cities with over 100,000 people. The bill created controversy while in the Idaho…
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Pocatello firefighters gear up for realistic “Burn and Learn” training
Firefighters with the Pocatello Fire Department (PFD) will have the opportunity to learn from real fire conditions in a controlled setting as the…
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Portneuf Library highlights online turoring and social activities throughout April
The Portneuf District Library is highlighting community resources available to people in the Protneuf Valley in a new monthly feature starting in…
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Community All-Stars: One woman who keeps Champ’s Heart beating
Many incredible volunteers saddle up daily to keep Champs Heart running smoothly, but according to her colleagues, Renee Bowser goes above and…
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Rep. Harriet Hageman drops in person town halls amid contentious public meetings
U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (R-WY) is dropping in-person public town halls due in part to “credible threats to Hageman…recent incidents at…
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Officials warn, “Don’t let spring break lead to home break-ins”
As a large number of people set out for spring break travel destinations, officials are sounding the alarm of potential risks to unattended homes and…
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Firefighters bring age old story to life in comedic cat rescue
An age old trope became reality Wednesday afternoon in Idaho Falls, as the Idaho Falls Fire Department quite-literally rescued a stranded cat from a…
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ISU welcomes another spring of increased enrollment
According to ISU, enrollment in the spring 2025 semester exceeded 11,000 students–an almost 3% increase year-over-year, and the highest the…
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Governor Little signs unanimously supported property tax relief bill
Wednesday, Governor Brad Little joined House and Senate leaders as he signed House Bill 304, providing $100 million in property tax relief to…
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2025 bear season is here; multiple agencies asking for your help
Bears across Teton County are becoming active with the spring transition. Adult male grizzly bears begin emerging from their winter dens in March,…
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Trial begins for man accused of shooting Pocatello police officers in 2022
The trial of Todd Vernon Brewer, the Pocatello man who allegedly shot and wounded two police officers in May 2022, began earlier this week at the…
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Public health officials starting month of events in April to raise awareness for child abuse
“What we’re doing is we’re celebrating the power of prevention for April,” said Dana Solomon, public information specialist for SIPH. “All of our…
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California man sentenced for fentanyl trafficking related to Idaho overdose death
The investigation revealed that the victim purchased fentanyl from Goodale, who shipped the fentanyl through the Post Office in Chula Vista,…
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WYDOT postpones minor Snake River Bridge repairs due to weather conditions
JACKSON, Wyoming (KIFI) – The Wyoming Department of Transportation is postponing minor bridge deck repairs scheduled to begin Wednesday night on the…
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Hoback Canyon closed for avalanche mitigation
Drivers commuting to or from Jackson, Wyoming, along U.S. Highway 191/89 may need to plan an alternate route for the short-term future. The Wyoming…
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Rexburg launches interactive map for residents to track construction
The interactive map will be available both on the City of Rexburg website and the Rexburg App.
“We’ll be updating the map throughout the season…be…
President Trump nominates Idahoan Alex Adams for key HHS position under Secretary RFK
“Alex Adams brings a highly strategic and visionary approach to achieving my priorities for Idaho. As my longtime budget director, he helped us…
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Rexburg invests in employees aiming for better service for residents
The city of Rexburg is looking to better serve its community by investing in its employees. All week, city employees are taking special training…
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Construction resumes on Stoddard Pack Bridge near Salmon
Starting March 31, 2025, Inland Crane Inc. will resume work on the Stoddard Pack Bridge Project, which includes the installation of a new pack bridge…
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ITD begins crack sealing along Yellowstone Avenue
The Idaho Transportation Department is working to extend the lifespan of US-91 in Pocatello. ITD crews began crack sealing work Monday on 5th Street…
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Idaho child sex abuse death penalty bill gains wide legislative approval
A bill that would allow death penalty sentences for adults convicted of sexually abusing children ages 12 and younger has passed the Idaho…
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Idaho Water Resource Board removes “pause” on funding ESPA recharge wells
Friday, the IWRB voted unanimously to remove the temporary “pause” on considering funding proposals for ESPA recharge wells that will help…
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Chevelle returns to the stage in Mountain America Center 2025 concert lineup
Another staple of nineties rock is headed to the Mountain America Center this year. Chevelle has announced their highly anticipated return to the…
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BYU’s Vocal Point and Noteworthy are performing at the Frontier Center
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — If you like A cappella, the Frontier Center is the place to be this Saturday. BYU’s Vocal Point and Noteworthy are…
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Senator Mike Crapo pays eastern Idaho a visit
In an exclusive interview with Senator Mike Crapo, Doug Long asks about recent Republican town hall meetings, the Trump tariffs,…
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Protecting your home from spring bugs
Spring is usually when bugs start to mate, so now is the time to keep them…
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Idaho Falls woman arrested for taking mail from mailbox
An Idaho Falls woman was arrested for trying to enter a home and taking mail from a home.…
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Idaho Attorney General introduces K9 officer to ICAC Unit
Attorney General Raúl Labrador introduced the newest member of his ICAC Unit – K-9 Badger, a two-year-old English…
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People rally to relocate Pocatello pet store ahead of Pine Ridge Mall closure
Owners of the aquarium supply and exotic pet store Aquatic Oasis said they have seen an outpouring of community support helping them through a…
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Jackson’s High School Road is closed for water line installation
Starting Monday, West High School Road in Jackson will be fully closed between Rangeview Drive and Corner Creek Lane until…
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Florida Governor visits Idaho Statehouse to push for balanced budget amendment
Governor Ron DeSantis joined Governor Brad Little at the Idaho Statehouse on Monday to push for support for a balanced budget amendment to the U.S.…
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Former U.S. Senator Al Simpson to lie in state at Wyoming Capitol
Former Wyoming Senator Al Simpson will lie in state in the Wyoming State Capitol Rotunda on Thursday and Friday, March 27 and 28.…
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‘Snakes of Idaho’ developer speaks about passion project, promoting conservation
Dr. Charles Peterson, a former professor of herpetology at Idaho State University and affiliate curator of herpetology at…
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Horse expo brings in unexpected animal guests
“Why not bring in something as cool as a camel and do a camel…
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I-15 now open after accident knocked over power lines
All power has been restored on Stosich Lane and to Skyline High…
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Family feels unsafe due to trespassers killing their horse
The bullet went directly through the horse’s head and out the other end of his body. The Webster’s say it was clearly…
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Community All-Stars: Cherishing the Miracle Quilt
In January of 1976, Relief Societies in the St. Anthony Idaho stake were asked to make quilts for America’s Bicentennial Celebration. Several…
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Idaho Fish and Game relocate female moose and calf from Riverside
On the morning of March 19, Idaho Department of Fish and Game personnel responded to a report of three moose wandering in the community of Riverside,…
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Rexburg man sentenced for killing domestic partner
A Rexburg man was sentenced to at least 35 years in prison for killing the mother of his…
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Weight and speed limits in place for trucks on county roads
Truck drivers should know that speed and weight restrictions are in effect for many rural roads in eastern…
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Saddle up for the Teton Horse Experience
The horse industry contributes billions of dollars to the U.S. economy and provides millions of…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Elk herd near I-15 north of Chubbuck
Motorists should be aware of a herd of elk occupying open fields north of Chubbuck and Pocatello near New Day…
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ISU’s Muslim students host Ramadan fast-breaking event for community
Members of Idaho State University’s Muslim Student Association (MSA) held a Ramadan Iftar event on Thursday night at the Pond Student Union building…
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Pocatello Parks and Rec breaks ground on new skatepark
The Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Southeast Idaho Skatepark Association, broke ground on the city’s new Optimist…
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Gov. Little signs bill restricting which flags can fly in Idaho schools
The bill’s text states that no flags or banners may fly over public schools or in Idaho classrooms “that represent a political viewpoint, including…
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Idaho law mandating sex-specific facilites in public schools upheld by 9th Circuit Court
“Idaho’s law reflects common sense and biological reality, protecting all students’ privacy and safety in spaces like locker rooms and…
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President Trump endorses Senator Risch well ahead of mid-term elections
“Senator Jim Risch has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election, he is an exceptional man, and HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump wrote in a…
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Pocatello city planners to host open house for Alameda Area Plan
“We’re seeing a need for housing, a desire for improved recreation facilities citywide,” said Jim Anglesey, Pocatello’s long-range senior planner.…
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Blackfoot couple working to bring life-changing dream project to east Idaho
Marta and Todd Murdock say The Healing Ranch is a passion project they have been working on for years, starting when Todd, a US Navy veteran, came up…
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Kids in need jump for joy getting new shoes
Kids’ needs for shoes and warm clothing are increasing, especially in today’s…
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Court docs reveal Idaho quadruple murder suspect bought a knife and victims’ roommates used social media before calling 911
A flurry of court filings in the quadruple murder case against Bryan Kohberger reveal the suspect bought a knife on Amazon months before the killings…
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Preston Jr. High put in lockdown Wednesday following multiple threats
“Law enforcement conducted a methodical search of the school. Hallways, classrooms, closets, and lockers were also checked. The student involved in…
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New report details the events leading to the deadly Green River tunnel accident
Wednesday, investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board released preliminary information detailing the events that led to the deadly…
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Idaho State Police change light patterns for safer roads
Idaho drivers may be familiar with the flashing red and blue lights.
But, the familiar pattern will soon be a thing of the past as Idaho State…
Reconstruction begins at Highland High School two years after tragic fire
Wednesday marked a new start for Highland High School, as students and Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 staff officially broke ground on their…
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New report details what led to the fatal Ririe Reservoir helicopter crash
According to the report, Houghton told investigators neither he nor Brown saw the power lines that spanned across the frozen reservoir until it was…
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Gov. Little annouces new director of the Idaho Department of Correction
Governor Brad Little announced today the Idaho Board of Correction appointed Bree Derrick to serve as director of the Idaho Department of Correction…
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ACLU of Idaho threatens lawsuit as Idaho House passes amended immigration enforcement bill
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – A regional advocacy group is once again threatening to sue the state of Idaho if a bill intended to crack down on illegal…
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American Falls High School hosts upgraded career fair
Over 30 local and national employers packed into the American Falls High School gym Wednesday for the first career fair under new event organizer…
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IFPD seeking new recruits to “make a positive difference”
“Being a police officer gives you an opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives and in the world,” said Idaho Falls Police…
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Media shield law bill passes Idaho Legislature with unanimous support
A bill designed to protect journalists’ confidential sources has passed the Idaho House and Senate with bipartisan support. The bill’s sponsor, Rep.…
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Gov. Little approves legislation to clarify the roles of Idaho coroners in death investigations
Senate Bill 1101 passed the Idaho Senate and House with wide support on both sides of the aisle. The bill outlines the duties, responsibilities, and…
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Bonneville County man charged with Aggravated Battery
A 69-year-old man, Donnie Lee Winn of Bonneville County, is now in custody after allegedly trying to strangle a woman, according to the Bonneville…
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Ririe School District closes for boiler repair
Ririe Elementary School will be closed for two days on Wednesday, March 19, and Thursday, March 20, to allow maintenance crews time to repair the…
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Update: Forest visitors extinguish grass fire in Salmon-Challis National Forest
An engine and wildland firefighters from the Salmon-Challis National Forest responded to a grass fire over the weekend and declared it out the same…
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Bonneville County Sheriffs Office roll-out public safety app
The Idaho Sheriffs Association has partnered with several Idaho counties to improve Idaho Sheriff Connect.
The app has been available for about 5…
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Idaho Senate bill seeks to ban homeless camps on public property
An Idaho Senate bill is creating controversy as critics say the legislation unfairly targets the state’s most vulnerable.
The proposed…
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Idaho House passes child sex abuse death penalty bill challenging U.S. Supreme Court decision
Monday, the Idaho House voted to unanimously pass a bill that would allow death penalty sentences for adults convicted of sexually abusing children…
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Ammon road construction resumes after winter break
Construction started Monday, March 17th to widen Ammon Road on 35th East from Lincoln Road to Highway 26.
Bonneville County Road and Bridge are…
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Art Museum of Eastern Idaho announces “Off-the-Wall Art Sale”
The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM) is inviting area art lovers and collectors to a “one-of-a-kind art buying experience.” TAM will host their…
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Pocatello man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for Meth Trafficking
A 67-year-old man from Pocatello, Steven Greenleaf Blodgett, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine. Chief…
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Governor Little approves $5 million increase for literacy education training
Governor Brad Little was joined by Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield and state lawmakers Monday as he signed Senate Bill 1069…
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Senator Crapo sits down with Local News 8 at Noon
Senator Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, joined Local News 8’s Kailey Galaviz Tuesday to discuss the issues affecting people in his home state.
The U.S. Senator…
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City of Idaho Falls receives prestigious Idaho Award for Leadership in Energy Efficiency
The City of Idaho Falls’ ongoing efforts to reduce energy consumption have been recognized with the Idaho Award for Leadership in Energy…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History hosts event highlighting the importance of Idaho’s snakes
The ‘Snakes of Idaho’ lecture, hosted by the Idaho Museum of Natural History, will feature Dr. Charles (Chuck) Peterson’s comprehensive exhibit…
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Bannock County proposes new 20-year plan for area growth and development
Bannock County leaders have drafted the ‘Comprehensive Plan 2040’, which gives guidelines for future growth and economic development in the area over…
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311 bringing alternative rock to the PORT August 16
Omaha-based alternative rock band 311 is hitting the road with the return of their Unity Tour in 2025.
Kicking off on June 20 in Atlantic City, NJ,…
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New Mazda Dealership in Idaho Falls
New car smell, meet new dealership smell, at least at Young Mazda in Idaho Falls. Young Mazda has opened a new dealership building at the…
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Boise State under investigaton for race-exclusionary practices
Boise State is one of 45 universities across the nation currently under investigation for allegedly engaging in discriminatory practices in the…
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Don’t test your luck this St. Patrick’s Day, plan for a sober ride home
As the Saint Patrick’s Day festivities continue, local law enforcement is reminding Idahoans celebrating to make plans now for a sober ride home.…
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ITD warns of text messages claiming toll fines are on the rise
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is warning Idahoans about a phishing scam involving fraudulent text messages that claim recipients owe toll…
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Traffic Alert: Elk herd spotted along I-15 near Fort Hall
The herd was spotted on the west side of I-15 between Blackfoot and Fort Hall, according to a post on the Fort Hall Police Facebook page. They’re…
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“Big fundraising blitz” this week during ISU’s largest annual fundraiser
“It’s the largest fundraiser that we have,” said Daniel Moore, interim director of annual giving at ISU. “…a lot of people doing a little bit can…
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Lyle Lovett and his Large Band heading to Idaho Falls
Another major country star is making his way to the Mountain America Center as the venue continues to add on to its Summer Lineup. Lyle Lovett and…
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Rexburg drunk driver arrested for DUI and felony meth possession
Saturday, Rexburg Police responded to a traffic complaint of a potentially intoxicated driver near a local business. According to the caller, the…
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Man arrested for DUI after discovered racing near 1st Street
A 33-year-old man was arrested Sunday night after Sheriff’s Deputies reportedly pulled him over for drunk driving after he was seen racing near 1st…
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Fire destroys shop in the Woodville area
The Shelley Fire Department said they were called to a shop fire around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, on the 700 block of 1550…
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Idaho Fish and Game asking for your help in updating strategic plan
Fish and Game’s Strategic Plan, also called ‘The Compass’, was last updated in 2015, and sets the standard for Fish and Game strategies and tactics…
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Camper catches fire in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a fire involving a camper trailer Monday…
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Driving carefully to avoid potholes
Conde recommends driving carefully through standing water because potholes might be hiding under the…
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Hundreds walk and run for the homeless
Events like these help the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission provide thousands of resources to the…
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Statewide volunteer firefighter and EMT open houses
Open house visitors got a glimpse at the training volunteer firefighters and EMTs…
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Green River Westbound tunnel clean-up to begin Monday ahead of repairs
WYDOT and Clean Harbors Environmental Services will start clean-up operations in the westbound Interstate 80 tunnel near Green River on Monday, March…
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Eastern Idaho man found guilty of methamphetamine possession
A Bingham County man could face up to seven years in prison for a felony conviction after being found in possession of methamphetamine during a…
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