Wyoming incumbents Barrosso and Hageman win GOP primaries for Senate and House
Wyoming Republican primary voters opted Tuesday to stick with long-serving U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman, the first-term…
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Train collides with semi-trailer in Hamer
A train collided with a semi’s trailer near Hamer Tuesday…
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Air Idaho Rescue celebrates decade of saving lives in West Yellowstone
Air Idaho Rescue is celebrating a decade of saving lives in the crown jewel of our nation’s park…
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Construction crews concerned about tool thefts
Grant Belnap from H. C. Construction came to work at a construction site Monday morning to find an unwanted…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: New I-86 to I-15 northbound ramp opens Tuesday evening
Motorists heading north from I-86 to I-15 will begin using a new ramp on Tuesday evening.…
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Grand opening of Ross Park pickleball courts postponed
The grand opening of the Con Gilmore Pickleball Courts in Ross Park has been postponed after heavy rains damaged the fresh top layer of the courts…
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Going Back to School with Dr. Matt Larsen
Dr. Matt Larsen visited the Local News 8 studio to talk about preparing to go back to…
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Center Stage Theater announces their 2025 season
Center Stage Theatre has announced their 2025 season with Local News 8. They said next season is all about love and…
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Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador has refiled a lawsuit against Idahoans for Open Primaries
Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador has refiled a lawsuit against Idahoans for open primaries just days after the Idaho Supreme Court rejected his…
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Pocatello Fire Department credits multi-agency effort, volunteers for quick containment of Michaud fire
In the aftermath of the Michaud wildfire that burned on Saturday, the Pocatello Fire Department credits the efforts of multiple state and federal…
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Study: Idaho is 387 pet adoptions away from achieving no-kill
Best Friends says Idaho is seeing a 92.5% total save…
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Talk show icon Phil Donahue dies at 88
By Sara Sidner and Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — Phil Donahue, who flipped the script for daytime television by tackling controversial issues in front…
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Snake River Truck Show draws crowd at McCowin Park
The Snake River Truck show took place Saturday, August 17 at McCowin Park in Ammon. The event also raises funds for Operation Pay it Forward, a…
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Funnel clouds spotted in Eastern Idaho near Roberts
Several residents in Roberts Idaho have sent in pictures of a strong storm near the area with funnel…
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ISU Women’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Schedule
Idaho State University Women’s basketball team announced their schedule for the 2024-25 season, featuring a home game against…
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Back to school safety while sharing the road with busses
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) wants to remind drivers of school bus…
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Local News 8 is back in Bear Lake County
Local News 8 is in Bear Lake County, thanks to our own Todd Kunz setting up the translator. But he wasn’t alone, Todd got some help from his…
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Brush fire near Pocatello nearly contained
Local News 8 is tracking a fire in Bannock County.
It is reported to be at or near…
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Phone scams are causing trouble for locals and law enforcement
Phone scams are becoming more prevalent, causing trouble for locals and law enforcement. Police say if someone calls asking for money or personal…
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U.S. Navy launches the future USS IDAHO a Virginia-Class Attack Submarine
The future USS IDAHO (SSN 799), was launched from General Dynamics Electric Boat’s shipyard into the Thames River, Aug.…
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Possible power shutoffs for Idaho Power customers
Continued concerns about storm conditions and wildfire risk is prompting the possibility of a Public Safety Power Shutoff in the Pocatello area,…
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Bonneville County inmate fails to return to jail
Mr Sedano-Olivas is an inmate on work release who failed to return to jail. Mr. Sedano-Olivas was scheduled to return the night of August 16 after…
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Fair food kid makes inspiring victory speech
State fair are beginning across the country. That means lots of creative food and sweets. In Iowa, the winner of the chocolate cream frosting eating…
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The Center Street underpass in Pocatello will re-open
The Center Street underpass will re-open on Sunday, August…
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Motorcycle accident at the intersection of Holmes and 1st Street
There was an accident Friday, August 16 involving a motorcycle at the intersection of Holmes and 1st Street in front of Mike’s…
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Students had the ‘March through the Arch’ ceremony at Idaho State University
Friday, August 16 was the ‘March through the Arch’ ceremony at Idaho State…
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Pocatello man brought home Netflix’s “Blue Ribbon”
Nathan Chandler, the owner of ‘Confections Bakery’, competed in Netflix’s Blue Ribbon Baking Championship and…
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Raw milk is being investigated by health officials
Idaho Public Health officials are investigating recent reports of 18 people who recently experienced symptoms of, and tested positive for…
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White Pine Charter School holds ribbon cutting
White pine charter school in Ammon held its ribbon cutting the morning of Friday, August…
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District welcomes learners back to school with a new theme
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 wants to create a place where every child feels supported and motivated to attend school daily. Research has…
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Drivers can use all lanes at the intersection of Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road
All lanes are open at the intersection of Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road. The required testing phase of the lights is complete, but crews will…
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The show after the show
Jeff Roper and Maggie Tolleson with extra from Wake up with 8. Food selfies and restaurant etiquette, and new slang to win at Scrabble. How do you…
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High-speed car chase begins in Rigby and ends in Idaho Falls
The speeding car continued south through Idaho Falls and crashed on 65th South in Bonneville…
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Teton Pass detour to close for chip sealing
The chip seal project is part of WYDOT’s effort to get the detour ready for winter…
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Governor Brad Little takes a helicopter tour of two Idaho fires
Idaho Governor Brad Little flew in a black hawk helicopter over the Gwen and Texas fires Thursday, August…
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Authorities say to avoid two fires burning in Fremont County
Two fires are burning in Fremont County, and authorities say to stay…
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Strong winds have caused outages and downed trees
Strong winds and showers have caused outages and downed trees in the Ammon/Idaho Falls…
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Benny’s Pantry offers free groceries for ISU students
Classes for Idaho State University students start Monday, and Benny’s Pantry offers free food and personal care items for…
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Late season rain could spell trouble for Idaho barley farmers
Late-season rains are spelling concerns for barley…
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Portneuf Medical Center is hosting a NICU reunion
Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) invites Portneuf neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) graduates and their families to a NICU reunion on Monday, August…
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Upcoming road construction to a section of Holmes Avenue
Starting Monday, August 19, drivers in Idaho Falls will be detoured around a section of road construction on Holmes…
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Pocatello police on the trail of a “cat” burglar
Pocatello (Pocatello) – A string of thefts and sneaky behavior in Pocatello has left a cat being issued a warrant for his arrest. Jasper, who is…
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Show after the show
Local news 8 in the morning keeps going after the show to share other things happen and open with our viewers about hot topics and what else is going…
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Pay It Forward finds Angel Fund at pet clinic
The Angel Fund is unique way of paying for pet clinic services when the owner is in a tight spot and cannot pay.…
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Drunk man steals tow truck, wreaks havoc at Old Faithful
A complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court of Wyoming says Alan Rawlings Bowling, 57, was unable to purchase beer at the Old Faithful Upper…
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RV rollover on the Teton Pass causes one fatality
One person has died following an RV rollover on the Teton Pass this afternoon. The incident caused road closures in both directions as crews clean…
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Burley/Rupert area losing Local News 8 signal
Viewers in the Burley/Rupert area will lose the over-the-air signal for Local News 8 when the station’s VHF signal is turned off on Wednesday, August…
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Incredible survival – How 89-year-old Bing Olbum’s family reacted to his safe return
Missing hiker, Bing Olbum, was found safe after his camp was located late Saturday night, after the 89 year old survived an incredible 10 days alone…
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Swan Valley family fundraiser donates $128,000 to Champs Heart
The Fleming family of Swan Valley donated $128,000 to the charity Wednesday…
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Woman rescued from 100-foot steep embankment in Gibson Jack area
The Bannock County Sheriff’s office said a woman was rescued from a 100-foot embankment in the Gibson Jack area early Tuesday…
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Idaho Supreme Court rules Open Primaries Initiative can remain on November ballot
The open primaries initiative will be on the ballot in November after a ruling from the Idaho Supreme Court. The court ruled against the challenges…
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Caribou County boy auctions prized pig to raise money for friend with cancer
Flint Van Buren, 9, has become a local hero after he decided to auction his beloved 4-H pig, Piggy Smalls, to raise money for his friend who was…
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Los Lobos, Los Lonely Boys concert canceled for Friday at Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel due to family death
Due to the passing of their father, Los Lonely Boys have decided to cancel their concert on August 16, 2024.…
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Cup Bop opens new location in Pocatello
Cup Bop held its grand opening in Pocatello on Tuesday.…
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Bannock County to renovate Veteran’s Memorial Building
Bannock County found a way to thank our veterans by renovating the county Veteran’s Memorial…
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Idaho Lt. Governor speaks about water curtailment during Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon
Water curtailment was the main topic at an Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon…
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Thunderstorms bring rain and wind to eastern Idaho
Thunderstorms rumbled across eastern Idaho Tuesday afternoon bringing wind and rain. So far, no damage has been reported.…
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101-year-old woman graduates from BYU-Idaho
She got a standing ovation when she stood up from her wheelchair and walked to receive her…
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Idaho Falls breaks ground for new power plant
City officials broke ground Monday for a new power plant on Iona Road and Yellowstone Highway.…
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Ross Park Aquatic Complex reopens
The Ross Park Aquatic Complex is open again.
The pool was forced to close last Friday when a pipe burst and soaked an electrical panel, leaving the…
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How has Chesbro Music Company endured 100+ years?
Chesbro music has been around for more than 100 years and just opened a newly-remodeled…
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Lance Broncho pleads guilty – Idaho Falls murder suspect accepts plea deal
Idaho Falls murder suspect Lance Broncho was back in court Monday, changing his plea to guilty in response to a plea agreement from the Bonneville…
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Bannock County Courthouse slated for significant improvements
These changes will provide more parking for patrons and make it safer to cross the…
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White Pine Charter School to open on time after flooding
Despite the flood of about a million gallons, the school is planned to open on…
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An accident involving a vehicle and pedestrian has resulted in a fatality
A fatal accident involving a late model Jeep and a pedestrian has resulted in the death of Paul R. Dreher, a 24-year-old man from Blackfoot.…
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Missing 89-year-old hiker found safe & alive
Bing Olbum, A 89-year-old hiker who has been missing for the last several days, has been found and is…
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Family mud run at Sandy Downs
The eighth annual mud run at Sandy Downs is a mile-and-a-half run with different obstacles. Each racer had about 45 minutes to complete as many laps…
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Trump rally in Bozeman, Montana draws support from Eastern Idaho
Former President Donald Trump rallied in Bozeman, Montana, Friday night, August 9. Local News 8’s Todd Kunz and photographer Dave Barrington…
Continue Reading One fatality and four others hospitalized after fatal crash near Idaho Falls
Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating an injury crash from overnight on August 9, that resulted in one fatality and four others sent…
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Non-profit group Crossroad Park buys Chad Daybell property
An anonymous donor has purchased the Chad Daybell house north of Rexburg. They plan to give it to a new non-profit group called Crossroad Park which…
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Former President Donald Trump campaigns in Bozeman, Montana
Former President Donald Trump in Bozeman, Montana to do some fundraisers and support Tim Sheehy who is running for the U.S.…
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Trump plane heading to Montana rally was diverted but landed safely in Billings, airport staff says
Trump’s plane was en route to Bozeman, Montana, when it was diverted Friday afternoon to Billings, 142 miles to the east, according to Jenny Mockel,…
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Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms passed away
Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms Idaho passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of…
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Weekend show after the show
Jeff Roper and Kailey Galaviz are in the know with everything happening ahead of this smoky summer weekend. And if you’ve ever wondered how much you…
Continue Reading Ross Park Aquatic Complex closed after burst pipe, electrical outage
The Ross Park Aquatic Complex is closed after a burst pipe soaked electrical components Friday morning, leaving the facility without water or…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History debuts new exhibit
The Idaho Museum of Natural History is showcasing ‘The Art of Science’, a new exhibit featuring hand drawn pictures of local freshwater…
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Plans in the works to prevent trucks from getting stuck at Northgate Mile Underpass
The structure was built for the railroad in the 1930s, so it was not built to today’s height…
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Snake River Triathlon looking for volunteers to cheer on athletes
The Snake River Triathlon is searching for volunteers to help cheer on over 200 athletes along the river and help award them as they cross the finish…
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Former President Trump to hold a rally in Bozeman on Friday evening
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday, August…
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Dozens of kids turn out for Roaring Youth Jam
Adults and kids of all ages take part in the fun and sometimes messy…
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Ammon Mayor asks community to support near-drowning victim
Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti is asking for the community to come together in support of the teen who nearly drowned last weekend during Ammon…
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Police warn against phone scams impersonating deputies
A common scam comes from suspects posing as local law enforcement and making victims believe they have a warrant, missed jury duty, or owe some…
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Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival started Thursday
The Annual Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival started Thursday with a parade and children’s…
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Pocatello area Parade of Homes kicks off with ribbon cutting
The 2024 Pocatello area Parade of Homes started Thursday with the grand opening ribbon cutting of the Inclusive Care Clinic Pharmacy in…
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Utah bans 13 books at schools, including popular “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series, under new law
Associated Press Thirteen popular books have been banned from all public schools in Utah in the first wave of bans expected under a new law that…
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How INL is working towards the future of nuclear energy
Shelly Norman, Idaho National Laboratory’s Tour Ambassador joins Local News 8 in the Morning to talk about nuclear energy and their goals for the…
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Body found near the Trail Creek area is identified
They say the remains are those of Lynn E. Lachappelle. Lachappelle was reported missing to Pocatello Police on July…
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Don’t miss out: Idaho could be holding your unclaimed funds
Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth visited the Idaho Potato Museum in Blackfoot on Wednesday.
She was there to let people know about unclaimed…
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89-year-old hiker missing in Custer County
The Custer County Sheriff’s office is looking for an 89-year-old hiker.
They are looking for Bing Olbum who left from Hunter Creek Trailhead on…
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“I want that certainty as soon as possible”-Governor Little addresses groundwater users’ concerns
The Governor told local News 8 he was confident in the progress the group has made ahead of the October 1st deadline for a new mitigation agreement…
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Work begins to open Center Street underpass
Crews are beginning work again to get the Center Street underpass open for traffic into Historic Downtown…
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Log truck gets stuck under Northgate Mile underpass
This is another truck of so many that keep getting stuck at this underpass since the beginning of the…
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Idaho Falls Roaring Youth Jam explores the different “Eras” of art
The Visual Arts Director from the Idaho Falls Art Council shares this year’s theme for the Roaring Youth Jam happening August 8, 9, and 10 along the…
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Idaho Falls Community turns out to connect with police officers at National Night Out
Tautphaus Park was packed with people anxious to see and hear the tools of the trade of our local law…
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Firefighters keeping an eye on small wildfire near Teton Pass
Firefighters are watching a fire in the Moose Creek Canyon area in Teton County, Wyoming. The fire was reported Tuesday afternoon and possibly…
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Evacuation order lifted after grass fire threatens Madison County homes
Madison County Sheriff’s Office said a wildfire is burning west of Rexburg north of Idaho Highway 33. The sheriff’s office is asking residents…
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Rescan now to access KIFI Local News 8’s improved signal
Antenna users will need to rescan their TVs to continue to get ABC, CBS, CW, and Telemundo…
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Bow maintenance and preparation: Getting ready for hunting season
No matter what you take with you this hunting season, proper maintenance and preparation are…
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National Night out starts tonight at 5 in Tautphaus park
The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday night, August 6th.…
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Pocatello will use federal grant for 5th street improvements
Pocatello was chosen to receive a $16.4 million grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency, which they said they will use to improve South 5th…
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