Post-election audit selection of Idaho counties, precincts
The Idaho Secretary of State’s Office has conducted the post-election audit draw for the May 21 Idaho Primary Election.
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Cattle guard structure installed on Alta Ski Hill
Beginning Wednesday, a contractor will be installing a cattle guard structure on Ski Hill Road at milepost 6.81 in Alta, Wyo.
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Additional bridge deck pour scheduled
The deck pours are currently scheduled for Thursday, May 30 and Monday, June 3, beginning at 5 a.m.
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State police troopers return from mission to the U.S.-Mexico border
“The troopers we deploy to Texas come back with better knowledge to stop these perpetrators in our state. As they have done before, our troopers will debrief and train their law enforcement colleges around the state so we can protect Idahoans from these deadly, dangerous threats.”
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Bannock County warns of new jury duty phone scam
The Bannock County Clerk’s Jury Office has received a number of reports over the past few days of scam callers targeting our area.
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How compensation compares between Idaho staff and travel nurses
Vivian Health used its proprietary data and BLS statistics to map differences in pay between registered travel and staff nurses in Idaho and across the U.S.
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How syringe exchanges in Idaho reduce the spread of disease
Ophelia examined data from the North American Syringe Exchange Network to see which U.S. states have the most syringe services programs per capita and how Idaho compares.
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Coins on veterans’ headstones: What they mean
Each coin signifies a person’s relationship with the veteran.
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Caribou-Targhee National Forest to start selling firewood permits
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest will start selling firewood permits for personal use beginning June 3, 2024.
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Wyoming free fishing day June 1
Celebrate Wyoming’s five-star fisheries this year by fishing without a license — for free.
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Refrain from cutting firewood in timber sales areas
Forest Service personnel and law enforcement have seen an increase in public firewood cutting on Stormy Peak Road (#60023).
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Rodents ravage loved ones’ graves
“Would you want to come out and find your mother’s grave like this?”
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Local law enforcement holds unique show and tell with local elementary students
It was a different kind of show and tell at westside elementary school in Idaho Falls.
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Moose on the loose caught on camera
A moose on the loose near Russ Freeman park in Idaho Falls. An Idaho Falls man saw the moose wandering through a neighborhood on the outskirts of the park Monday night.
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Exit 332 on US 20 in Rexburg to fully close May 29 for construction
Exit 332 on U.S. Highway 20 in Rexburg will completely close for one month beginning next Wednesday, May 29.
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Falling Idaho gas prices fuel start of summer driving
Gem State pump prices have steadily dropped for more than a month.
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Man killed in single-vehicle crash west of Arimo identified
Next of kin has been notified.
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Teton River Idaho Temple groundbreaking set June 1
The public is invited to watch the groundbreaking ceremony for the Teton River Idaho Temple on Saturday, June 1, 2024.
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Portneuf heart surgeons to host community seminar in Idaho Falls
Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute (PHVI) invites the community to attend a free seminar on the advances in heart and vascular medicine.
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Chad Daybell Trial: Prosecution ends rebuttal testimony, closing arguments set for Wednesday
Closing arguments are expected to begin Tuesday in the Chad Daybell murder trial. You can watch them here.
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Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade perform at local cemeteries
Their sound is instantly recognizable, and it can draw a crowd. The Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade made stops at cemeteries all over Madison County, to honor the fallen and perform on their bagpipes.
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Medal of Honor now on display at Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building
It was a special Memorial Day at the Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building, where they honored the legacy of a Pocatello hero.
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1,000 American flags honor fallen veterans at annual Field of Honor
Volunteers have posted 1,000 American flags for the Idaho Falls annual Field of Honor flag display every Memorial Day weekend since 2012.
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Bill Walton, basketball Hall of Famer and colorful commentator, dies of cancer at 71
By Kevin Dotson, Steve Almasy and Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — Bill Walton, the basketball Hall of Fame center who won two national titles at UCLA, two NBA championships in Portland and Boston and later put the “color” in color commentator, died Monday following a prolonged battle with cancer, the NBA announced. Walton was 71.
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Doctors are facing a mental health crisis
Doctors and nurses take care of our physical and mental needs. But what happens when they’re the ones that need help?
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HOA denies allegations of forcing out elderly veteran
A local homeowner’s association is disputing claims that an elderly veteran may be forced out of his home due to HOA fees.
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Idaho Power to host virtual meetings on wildfire safety and public safety power shutoffs
As Idaho Power prepares for wildfire season, the company is hosting three virtual meetings in early June to discuss measures it is taking to keep communities safe from wildfire and help customers prepare in case of a public safety power shutoff (PSPS) or other outage.
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POW*MIA Awareness Association 21st annual Idaho Thunder Run
The ride will begin at Century High School and go through Downey, Lava Hot Springs and finish at the Idaho Field of Heroes at Century High School.
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Drive safe, the 100 Deadliest Days are upon us
The Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is imploring drivers to be vigilant and drive engaged this Memorial Day weekend and all summer.
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Top 10 things to know about visiting Yellowstone National Park during the 2024 summer season
If you plan to travel to Yellowstone National Park this summer, plan ahead to protect yourself and this wild and awe-inspiring place.
Continue Reading Signet Farm Services provides statement regarding fatal accident
The employer of those who were involved in a fatal crash last week provided an official statement Saturday evening.
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Man dead after truck crashes and overturns on Bone Rd.
A man is dead after his truck flipped over on Bone Road on Friday afternoon.
The man involved was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Idaho waters stocked with 410,000 fish in May
Memorial Day weekend has arrived. This weekend is about honoring those who have given their all for their country. Many may also take a chance to participate in outdoor activities for the first time this spring summer season.
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Idaho Falls Funland open for the summer season
For the first time this spring FunLand in Idaho Falls turned on its rides and brought joy to many families. Many were also able to create new memories along the way.
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Turkey hunter attacked by female moose with calves near Blackfoot
Late Friday afternoon, a turkey hunter was attacked by a female moose on a section of Bureau of Land Management land bordering the Snake River downstream of Wadsworth Island, a few miles south of Blackfoot city limits.
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DEQ finalizes IPDES general permit for Small Suction Dredge Mining
The final permit was issued May 24, 2024 and is effective June 21, 2024.
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2024 Memorial Weekend Click It or Ticket campaign
The national seat belt use rate in 2023 was 91.9%, but Wyoming lags behind at 81.9%.
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Bannock County partners with south county cities to offer Free Dumpster Days throughout summer
Free Dumpster Days are returning to the cities in southern Bannock County.
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Idaho Falls veteran fears losing home, asks for compassion
An elderly veteran in danger of losing his house is asking for compassion as Memorial Day approaches.
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Man arrested in crash that killed six in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State Police released more information Friday night on a deadly crash in Idaho Falls. It happened May 18, at milepost 308 on US 20 between a Dodge Ram and a Chevrolet passenger van. Troopers found the Ram driver was injured, along with six deceased and nine wounded people in the
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Memorial Day weekend marks 20 years of the Idaho Field of Heroes Memorial in Pocatello
The Idaho Field of Heroes Memorial is commemorating 20 years of honoring the men and women who died serving the United States in the Global War on Terrorism.
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Police urge caution during 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Last year, the Idaho Department of Transportation (ITD) reported 7,430 crashes during the 100 Deadliest Days, resulting in 79 fatalities.
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67th St. Anthony Fisherman’s Breakfast
In St. Anthony, the Memorial Day weekend also marks the start of the summer fishing season with the annual Fisherman’s Breakfast at Clyde Keefer Memorial Park.
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Teton County, Wyo. road weight limit changes
Teton County, Wyo. is changing the gross vehicle weight or GVW limit for its roads starting next week.
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Rexburg Carousel Summer kickoff Friday
In Rexburg, the city is starting off the Memorial Day weekend with its Carousel Summer Kickoff.
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Idaho Falls Funland at the Zoo opening Saturday
Funland at the Zoo will open for its first full season this weekend since being restored.
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Pocatello Community Recreation Center closed through June 2 for renovations
From now through June 2, the facility will be closed for cleaning and renovations.
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Biden selected as nominee in Idaho Democratic caucuses
Idaho Democrats have selected Joe Biden as their nominee for the White House, giving the president more delegates after he already clinched his party’s 2024 nomination.
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Structure fire near oil tank in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a fire at an industrial facility on the 1500 block of East 49th North Friday morning. A firefighter driving home from work called dispatch around 1:35 a.m. to report a possible structure fire near East 49th North and North 15th East at an asphalt plant.
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Rigby Trojans esports sees national success
Rigby High School has put together one of Idaho’s best esports programs in just two years of existence.
Continue Reading Defense rests its case in Chad Daybell trial, rebuttal witnesses follow
The defense rested its case in the Chad Daybell triple murder trial Thursday morning.
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How EIRMC responded to trauma patients after pickup crashes into passenger van
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center is one of only a handful of hospitals in the state equipped to handle trauma situations with multiple injuries.
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Idaho teachers pay comparison
Teacher salaries in Idaho Falls average at $56,555 between 2022-23.
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Temporary road closures in Yellowstone due to heavy snowfall, hazardous winter conditions
Due to current and anticipated winter weather conditions and significant snowfall, some roads in Yellowstone National Park are, or will be, temporarily closed due to hazardous driving conditions.
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Annual Veterans Memorial Celebration and Breakfast Friday
The event is free to all veterans, their families and the public.
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Wyoming joins 19-state lawsuit against California, 4 other states whose actions threaten nation’s energy system
The State of Wyoming has joined an Alabama-led 19-state coalition asking the Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional the efforts of California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey,and Rhode Island to dictate the future of American energy policy.
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Getting Answers: 18-year-old accepts settlement after eviction mishap
An Idaho Falls woman who found her apartment being emptied by a maintenance crew has now reached a settlement with the property owner who allegedly told them to evict her.
18-year-old K’ryn Millet says she “wants to put the entire experience behind her.” Wednesday, She accepted a 61-hundred dollar settlement agreement from the owner of the property.
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Biden is poised to pick up more delegates in Idaho’s Democratic caucuses
Idaho Democrats are caucusing across the state to select their nominee for the White House, giving President Joe Biden more delegates after he already clinched his party’s 2024 nomination.
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Water experts optimistic to control water levels from flooding
Most of our local reservoirs are either completely full or are close to that mark.
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North Fork man safe after missing for several days on Salmon River
A North Fork man is waking up in a warm bed Thursday morning after he went missing for several days on the Salmon River.
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Idaho Falls man hospitalized after crash in Pocatello
A 58-year-old Idaho Falls man was hospitalized after a single-vehicle crash Wednesday at 10:31 p.m. on southbound I-15 near milepost 71 in Pocatello.
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D93 Summer Food Service Program begins June 3
Bonneville School District 93 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.
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D91 teachers vote not to ratify tentative pay agreement
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — D91 teachers gathered at Taylorview Middle School Wednesday to vote on an amended salary agreement for the 2024 – 2025 school year. Changes were made to several contract clauses including ones about teacher resources, parent-teacher conferences, conditions of employment, and most notably salary. The tentative agreement also included an average
Continue Reading Data expert: No device data links Chad Daybell to Tylee’s burial site
Testimony continues in the Chad Daybell Trial.
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Election outcome – The balance of power in the state GOP
This election cycle, in-fighting among Republicans has reached a fever pitch, as candidates attack each other over who is more conservative or too extreme.
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33rd Annual Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race kicks off
Wednesday was the kickoff for this summer’s Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race in Idaho Falls.
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How hydropower makes Idaho’s electricity rates below the national average
“[Idaho is] the fifth highest share of renewable electricity for any state.”
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Idaho Democratic Party Presidential Caucus set Thursday
The early election cycle is not over just yet in Idaho.
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Grizzly that mauled hiker in Grand Teton won’t be pursued
A grizzly bear that attacked a hiker in Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park won’t be captured or killed by wildlife authorities because it may have been trying to protect a cub, park officials said in a statement.
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Gas prices falling in time for Memorial Day
262,000 Idahoans among the 43.8 million Americans taking a trip this weekend.
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Lawyer fined for wasting the court’s time in Chad Daybell triple murder trial
A Mountain Home attorney who tried to stop the Chad Daybell trial just two days before it was scheduled to begin has been ordered to pay for his move.
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How many people are receiving substance use treatment in Idaho
Ophelia analyzed the number of patients in substance use facilities per capita in Idaho and across the U.S., using SAMHSA survey data.
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Mike Simpson wins Republican nomination for US House in Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District
Mike Simpson wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Yellowstone announces 16th Biennial Scientific Conference on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
On Sept. 3-5, 2024, the 16th Biennial Scientific Conference on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem will take place in Big Sky, Montana.
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Secretary of State explains 2024 primary election technical issues
Secretary of State Phil McGrane said there may have been a delay in pulling some of the results, but now all the results are showing.
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Tentative agreement reached between D91 and Idaho Falls Education Association
A tentative agreement has been reached between Idaho Falls School District 91 and the Idaho Falls Education Association.
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1 arrested after big police response in Pocatello
A big police response in Pocatello happened Tuesday night.
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Search warrant results in drug arrests
A stand-off happened in Idaho Falls.
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A tale of 2 counties this primary election day
It’s a tale of two counties this primary election day; one with brisk voter turnout, and one with a slower voter pace.
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Caught on camera – alleged “sign snatcher” arrested
“Sign snatchers” are a common complaint to local law enforcement every election cycle.
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I-15 and US-20 interchange update
“We look at air quality, water quality, noise, visual concerns, demographic concerns and many more.”
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Ross Park Aquatic Complex to open for 2024 season May 25
One of Pocatello’s popular places to cool off during the summer months opens this weekend.
Continue Reading Patch work on Spring Gulch Road to continue through Wednesday
Patch work on Spring Gulch Road, originally scheduled to conclude at the end of the day on Tuesday, will now extend through Wednesday, May 22.
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87% of Idahoans wear their seat belt
According to the Idaho Office of Highway Safety’s (OHS) 2023 observational seatbelt survey, 87% of Idahoans wear their seat belt.
Continue Reading Chad Daybell’s children testify in his defense
Testimony will continue in the Chad Daybell Trial on Tuesday morning.
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Idaho Falls Fire Department saves game store
An Idaho Falls business is safe after a Tuesday morning structure fire
Continue Reading Chad Daybell trial day 26: 2 of Chad’s children take the stand
The defense will begin its case in the murder trial of Chad Daybell.
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Primary elections are Tuesday, elections officials are encouraging voters to cast their vote
Preparations for Tuesday’s elections started early.
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Republican Infighting reaches a fever pitch – Idaho GOP Primary a battle over ideology
Tomorrow republican voters head to the polls in what’s been dubbed “the battle for the soul of Idaho’s GOP”. Primary elections decide what candidates represent the republican party in November elections. This year is different, it’s not just choosing what candidate is most qualified it’s a battle over ideology.
Continue Reading Bear injures man in Grand Teton incident
A man is expected to fully recover after being seriously injured by a bear in Grand Teton Sunday.
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Mental Health Monday: Psychologist draws similarities between Lori Vallow-Daybell and Ruby Franke
Two different cases involving mothers are getting worldwide attention.
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Crews stop gas leak in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department has responded to a gas leak on the 100 block of Haven Lane in Idaho Falls.
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6 crash victims identified after pickup crashes into passenger van
US 20 is closed near the I-15 interchange because of a serious accident that sent 9 people to the hospital.
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Ways to teach your kids about finances and savings
Certified family financial planner and Financial “Dadviser” , Anthony Delauney, joins Local News 8 in the Morning to share advice on how to talk to your kids on how to handle finances.
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Idaho gas prices down 5 cents
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Idaho was priced at $3.12/g Sunday while the most expensive was $4.19/g, a difference of $1.07/g.
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Bingham County Sheriff’s Office releases name of drowning victim
With permission from the family, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office has now released the name of the drowning victim from last week.
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Yellowstone Tribal Heritage Center opens for third season
The Yellowstone Tribal Heritage Center is open to the public for the season.
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Idaho Falls Bandits ready to take on Chukars
It’s a tradition that baseball fans in Idaho Falls wait for every year.
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Calls seeking credit card details for medicaid renewal are fake
With new reports of fake calls wrongly seeking money, Wyoming Medicaid is alerting clients and their family members to be cautious of potential Medicaid coverage scams.
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Teton County Recreation Center’s grand opening set May 30
A grand opening celebration is set for Thursday, May 30, 2024.
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