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Five people are recovering tonight after a crash early Tuesday morning in front of Lowe’s on 17th Street in Idaho Falls.

According to the Idaho Falls Police Department, the crash happened around 8:13 a.m. and involved a grey Ford Expedition traveling west in the inside lane. The SUV was carrying an adult and four children.

At the same time, a white truck was also heading west in the outside lane. Witnesses say the truck suddenly swerved across traffic to attempt a U-turn in order to assist a motorist with a broken-down vehicle.

As the holiday season approaches, some people are turning to a new trend to abstain from alcohol for a “Sober October.” The challenge encourages people to give up alcohol for 31 days. While some see it as a way to detox before a holiday season of indulgence, many are using this challenge as a gateway to giving up alcohol altogether.

A Bonneville County man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after he allegedly stole a pickup truck and a boat, then led deputies on a brief chase on foot early Tuesday morning near Iona.

According to the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), the incident began around 6 a.m. when deputies were dispatched to a residence on Helios Lane near Iona. BCSO says a man, later identified as 29-year-old Dylan Lutz, allegedly entered the home but fled on foot after being confronted by a resident. Lutz abandoned his vehicle, which law enforcement later discovered.

With the Idaho winter months rapidly approaching, local auto experts are sounding the alarm: now is the critical time to prepare your vehicle for safe driving. Procrastinating on car maintenance can lead to dangerous situations and costly roadside breakdowns once the snow and ice arrive.

The City of Idaho Falls has appointed Deputy Chief Paul Radford as its interim fire chief, effective immediately, while the city begins its national search for a permanent replacement.

Radford is a veteran of the department, having served more than 20 years in key roles across operations and administration.

Mice and rats can chew through wires, insulation, and pipes, which can lead to fire hazards and structural damage.

In the last decade, the shelter has saved about 10,000 animals, all thanks to support from the community.

The Idaho Falls Police Department has confirmed that a bomb threat that prompted road closures near the College of Eastern Idaho’s Eastern Idaho Workforce Training Center on Friday morning has been cleared as not-credible.

Police confirmed the threat originated from well outside the Idaho Falls area. Clements explained the process for handling such incidents: “Typically, we’ll [police will] gather what information we can, then coordinate with a local agency where the person resides to ensure they get the help they need and consequences as appropriate.”

Since the Gem State can have long winters, Idahoans often run their heating systems more than their A/C.