Neighbor talks about discovering mountain lion in tree
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Fish and Game successfully relocated the mountain lion spotted on the 1500 block of Sierra in Pocatello. At around 7am on…
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City of Pocatello hosts hiring fair
The City of Pocatello held its annual hiring fair on Friday at the Public Works…
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Local nonprofit helps ease SE Idaho’s stray animal population
“It’s hard sometimes for them to be able to purchase cat food–mostly cat food and dog…
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Trailer explodes on Jackson highway
A trailer being pulled by an SUV caught fire Friday morning on Hwy 89 and High School Road near Jackson.…
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Motorcyclist injured in accident on Sunnyside Road in Idaho Falls
A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital following an accident on Sunnyside Road.…
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Funland at Tautphaus Park Vandalized: Broken Windows and Graffiti Found
Vandals damage buildings and items at Funland at Tautphaus Park…
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New video of mountain lion being released after captured from Pocatello tree
Idaho Fish and Game released video of a mountain lion being released back into the wild after it was tranquilized from a tree in Pocatello on April…
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Daybell trial wraps up for the week
Friday is day 7 of the Chad Daybell trial.…
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Body-Cam Video: Deputy uses spike strip to stop chase
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office shared a video on social media Thursday of an officer using a spike strip to stop a high-speed chase on US…
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Explaining Emergency Management
This office responds to emergencies that are on a larger scale and require additional…
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Man charged with 4 University of Idaho deaths was out for a drive that night, his attorneys say
Bryan Kohberger, the man charged in the deaths of four University of Idaho students in late 2022, was out for a drive the night they were killed,…
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Update: Railroad yard clean-up in the works
This has been a long time coming because the railroad is not city…
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Melanie Gibb testifies in Chad Daybell Trial Day 6
Melanie Gibb took the stand Thursday to testify in at the Chad Daybell murder trial. Gibb is the former best friend of Lori…
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Coyotes officially leaving Arizona for Salt Lake City following approval of sale to Utah Jazz owners
The Arizona Coyotes are officially headed to Salt Lake…
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East Idaho Home and Garden Show returns this weekend after 4 year hiatus
The East Idaho Home and Garden Show is coming to the Mountain America Center Friday and…
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Mountain Lion removed from Pocatello neighborhood
A mountain lion was tranquilized Tuesday morning in a Pocatello neighborhood.…
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Seeks New Trustee After Resignation
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 announced board member Angie Oliver is resigning from her position.…
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News you can use this morning – April 18, 2024
Power County is holding a public meeting tonight and a suspect is back in jail from the…
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Imposter scams on the rise in Idaho says Department of Finance
The Idaho Department of Finance is warning about the rise of Imposter Scams in a recent press…
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The importance of insurance when disaster strikes
Prepare for the unexpected when a disaster happens. Why getting the right insurance is…
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EconoLodge standoff suspect moved to Bonneville Co. Jail
The Idaho Falls Police say Flores was medically cleared and booked into the Bonneville County Jail on Wednesday, April…
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Power County seeks input on the future of condemned historic building
The fate of a historic building in Power County will be discussed at an upcoming meeting. County commissioners are seeking public comment regarding…
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Public open house scheduled for proposed boat ramp project on the Snake River in Bingham County
A public open house has been scheduled to discuss a proposed boat ramp project on the mainstem Snake River below McTucker Creek in Bingham…
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Shed Antler Season is rapidly approaching in Wyoming, here’s what you need to know
Changes to the Wyoming’s Shed Antler Season will be enforced starting on May 1st. The changes coming will make it so people who aren’t residents of…
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78-year-old Idaho Falls woman has been found safe
Idaho Falls Police are searching for a 78-year-old…
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Alibi deadline looms for U of I murder suspect
Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students, need to submit documents by Wednesday related to his…
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Testimony in Daybell’s trial centers around text messages and emails
The Chad Daybell Trial continued with testimony centered on text messages, phone calls, and emails sent between Chad, Lori Vallow, and those…
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The Chaplains of Idaho have a new home in Idaho Falls
The Chaplains of Idaho now have a new home. They now share an office with Heroes Defense in downtown Idaho Falls.…
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Idaho Legislators discuss recent legislative session with Idaho Falls Chamber members
Business leaders in Idaho Falls had a chance to break bread with 8 of our local legislators. They were also able to have a discussion surrounding the…
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Police: Teen accused of threatening school had access to multiple guns
A teenage boy was arrested Sunday in Soda Springs after making threats against Soda Springs High…
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Mental Health Monday: It’s okay to admit you’re not okay when dealing with trauma
Trauma is a very common mental health condition, but is believed to affect more people than statistics…
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Local theater gets digital projectors for improved audience experience
“This would be like going from a halogen light bulb to an LED light…
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ITD Kicks Off National Work Zone Awareness Week
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is joining with states across the country for National Work Zone Awareness…
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Fire managers say to plan before burning weeds
“We’ll likely have a delayed start to fire…
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Restoration to Highland High School coming soon with House Bill 521 signed by Gov. Little
It’s been nearly a year ago when a portion of Highland High School was destroyed by a…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced to 16 years for enticing a minor
An Idaho Falls man was sentenced to 200 months in federal prison for coercion and enticement of a minor, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth
The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed, reversing…
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Dispatchers are a big asset to first responders
April 14th through April 20th is the week when dispatchers across the nation are recognized for the amazing work that they do.…
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Craters of the Moon National Monument celebrates 100 years; How you can participate
This summer the national parks service (NPS) will celebrate the centennial by hosting a variety of public activities and events each…
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Fremont County Jail upgraded after a two-year building process
After over forty years, the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office can say they now have a new jail facility. The new jail took two years to build and the…
Continue Reading New video shows Chad Daybell talking with daughter as police search property
It is week two of testimony in the trial of Chad…
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News you can use this morning – April 15, 2024
Here are some new and updated stories this…
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Fire at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area near Roberts is fully contained
The fire at the Market Lake Wildlife Management Area near Roberts is now fully contained.
According to the Roberts Fire Department Chief, Jerry…
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Multiple reports say Arizona Coyotes players have been informed the team is moving to Utah
According to multiple sources, including Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman and ESPN, Arizona Coyotes players and staff were informed Friday the team will…
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Blackfoot bull riding star reflects on return to Idaho
IDAHO FALLS (KIFI) – “Blackfoot’s actually a pretty good place to grow up if you want to be a bull rider.” Blackfoot native Brady Oleson, 28,…
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Applications open for Idaho Falls Police Citizen’s Police Academy
This class is offered free of charge, but potential attendees are required to apply in order to be considered for a seat in the…
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Snake River Animal Shelter announces new Development Director
“She is one of the hardest working individuals I’ve ever…
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Idaho Falls Power recognized for ongoing safety efforts
Idaho Falls Power has received prestigious recognition for improvements in workplace and employee…
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“Run with the Big Dogs” on April 20
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Registration is now open for the 27th Annual “Run with the Big Dogs” event scheduled for Saturday, April 20 The event…
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Portneuf Medical surgeon performs 1,000 robotic surgery
A Portneuf Medical surgeon has performed 1,000 robotic…
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IDPR accepting applications to fill vacancies on Advisory Committees
Those applying for the RV Committee must live in Idaho, be willing to serve a three-year term, be an RV owner with a current & valid Idaho RV…
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Shoshone Falls After Dark returns for the month of May
This year’s show will be shorter than previous ones to allow for more ticket sales because the event has a history of sell-out…
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HUD releases new median household income numbers
The median family income in Teton County, Wyoming rose more than 4% in 2024, according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development…
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Bannock County Emergency Management prepares residents for flooding
The Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is preparing for an active flooding…
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Visit Idaho Falls Experience and Gift Shop unveils its new revamped space
Visitors will get a new adventure at the Visit Idaho Falls Experience and Gift Shop. …
Continue Reading Bear Lake County woman sentenced to 7.5 years for soliciting murder
A 31-year-old Ovid, Idaho woman was sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for soliciting murder, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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AAA offers work zone safety tips
AAA is supporting the Idaho Transportation Department’s emphasis on work zone…
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Global Youth Service Month kicks off – Get involved with local projects
April 12 kicks off Global Youth Service Month brought to the area by JustServe of Idaho…
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Idaho Takes Flight: New Museum of Idaho exhibit opens
“That’s the kind of thing that really excites me about learning about history is getting to see these personal…
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Volunteers needed for Idaho Falls Zoo’s annual Clean Up Day
Zoo staff is asking for your help to tidy up the grounds during the annual Community Clean Up Day on Saturday, April…
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6th annual Southeast Idaho Military Gala back on Saturday
Military members and their families have an opportunity this weekend to have a special…
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Adult Prom returns to Pocatello this weekend
If you missed out on prom in high school, you have the opportunity on Saturday to have your second…
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Best counties to live in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of the best counties to live in…
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Select Yellowstone roads open April 19
Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2024, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open to the public, weather…
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American Falls teacher among 5 Idaho finalists for presidential award
An American Falls teacher is among five dedicated elementary school math and science teachers have been named as state finalists for the national…
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Bull Riding sells out Mountain America Center
Professional Bull Riders has sold out the Mountain America Center Friday and…
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Jefferson School District 251 names Ty Shippen as next Rigby Athletic Director
Ty Shippen is the new athletic director at Rigby High School. Jefferson Joint School District 251 made the announcement…
Continue Reading Chad Daybell trial continues with gruesome testimony
In day two of the Chad Daybell murder trial Thursday, we will hear more testimony from Rexburg detective Ray Hermosillo along with other witnesses…
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Bond to rebuild Highland High School no longer needed
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is now asking voters to vote no on an upcoming bond…
Continue Reading Who is Robert Flores? What we know about the man involved in the Econo Lodge standoff
How is someone with a violent criminal history able to bond out of jail so…
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School grants, student pronouns and library books among the big bills of Idaho legislative session
Idaho lawmakers spent much of an unexpectedly long and sometimes contentious legislative session focusing on bills targeting LGBTQ+ residents by…
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Idaho Supreme Court affirms new voter registration and ID laws
The Idaho Supreme Court upheld the ruling of the Fourth Judicial District Court to dismiss the lawsuit challenging Idaho’s new voter registration…
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Flooding risk continues to grow in eastern Idaho
The flooding risk continues to grow in eastern…
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Yellowstone coyote nicknamed ‘Limpy’ tries to sucker tourists for food
Yellowstone National Park will fully open soon, and many people are excited to see the park’s natural beauty and…
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Virtual auditions to sing the National Anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo now open
Do you think you can sing? Would you like to sing the national anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, The War Bonnet Round…
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Public responds to Idaho Falls School District 91 budget cuts
Budget cuts were a contentious topic at Idaho Falls School District 91’s school board meeting on Wednesday.…
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“He knew her.” Prosecutor explains why intruder broke into Bingham County home
The Bingham County prosecutor said the man who invaded a Bingham County women’s home knew each…
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National parks will be offering free admission April 20
National Park Week is almost…
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O.J. Simpson dies of cancer at age 76, his family says
O.J. Simpson, the former football great who was accused of and ultimately acquitted of the brutal 1994 slayings of his ex-wife and her friend, has…
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Prescribed fire operations planned in U.S. Sheep Experiment Station
Fire officials anticipate hand igniting approximately 792 acres within Tebuthiuron units 2 and 3 and could begin as early as Friday, April 12.…
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Medical delivery drones could soon be in Idaho and Wyoming’s future
Zach Dougherty from 3I Law joined Local News 8 in the Morning today to share the latest advancements in medical delivery drones and how soon we could…
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Idaho man accused of planning church attacks in support of ISIS pleads not guilty to terrorism charge
The 18-year-old accused of pledging allegiance to ISIS and planning attacks against churches in Idaho pleaded not guilty Wednesday to a federal…
Continue Reading In triple-murder trial, prosecutor says Chad Daybell built ‘alternate reality’ to gain sex and money
An Idaho man charged with three murders in an unusual doomsday-focused case crafted an alternate reality so that he could fulfill “his desire for…
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Pay It Forward: CASA – Judicial District 7
“Committed to providing all abused, neglected, and/or abandoned children a voice in the court process and in the…
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Flood risk is increasing
Officials are starting to mitigate our local rivers to prevent…
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What leads to a police chase getting called off?
A police chase in West Yellowstone was called off recently after the suspect struck the chief’s car, causing it to roll over multiple times. The…
Continue Reading Handcuffed woman shoots home invader, Bingham County Prosecuting Attorney says
This incident review concerns the home invasion and homicide of Derek Condon on March 13, according to the Bingham County Prosecuting…
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Where is Idaho’s population boom coming from?
Like the Great Migration, that’s the comparison Idaho populations experts are giving to the gem state’s massive increase in population over the past…
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Gov. Little applauds historic investments in schools, workforce training during 2024 legislative session
The Idaho Legislature adjourned “sine die” today, and Governor Brad Little thanked his legislative partners from across the political spectrum…
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Suspect at large after ramming police vehicle during high-speed chase
The West Yellowstone Police Department is searching for a suspect who purposefully struck the police chief’s vehicle during a high-speed chase…
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Little signs ‘harmful materials’ library bill into law
Starting this summer, public libraries in Idaho could be sued by someone who feels a book that is harmful to minors is in the children’s or young…
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Man accused of murdering Christopher Tapp appears in court
The man accused of murdering Christopher Tapp made his first court appearance Wednesday…
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Blackfoot School District decides name for new school
Blackfoot School District #55 has a name for its new…
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Construction Combine gives students hands-on experience while helping local veterans
For the next two days, local students in our community will be learning valuable skills for the…
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Who’s who in the triple-murder trial of Chad Daybell
A self-published doomsday fiction author is on trial in Idaho in the deaths of his wife and his new girlfriend’s two children. It’s a complex…
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New details released in Idaho Falls hotel shooting
New details in the standoff and officer-involved shooting at the EconoLodge in Idaho Falls…
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Law enforcement warns of suspicious man trying to enter unlocked houses
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office sent out an alert Tuesday saying a suspicious man is in the area checking for unlocked doors and trying to…
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Remains presumed to be Dylan Rounds found in northwestern Utah
Skeletal remains have been found in a remote area of northwestern Utah. Officials believe it may be those of Dylan…
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Idaho crimes becoming more common in national headlines
Over 120. That is how many times Idaho has made national headlines in the past six…
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Warning light prompts Boeing 737 to make emergency landing in Idaho
Officials say an Air Canada Boeing 737 flight headed from Mexico City to Vancouver, Canada, had an in-flight emergency and made an unscheduled…
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