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How the Air India plane came crashing to earth

CNN By Christian Edwards, Antoinette Radford and Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) — In the blue skies above western India, flight AI171 was struggling to gain altitude. The London-bound plane had barely left the runway at Ahmedabad airport before it was careening back to earth. In a video, the aircraft is seen slowly sinking behind residential

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New funds accelerate key I-15 and US-20 projects in Eastern Idaho

Several of Eastern Idaho’s roads could be getting a significant upgrade, and some sooner than expected, thanks to new funds. Thursday, during its regular meeting, the Idaho Transportation Board approved staff recommendations for improvements to key roadways, including projects on Interstate 15 near Blackfoot and U.S. Highway 20 near Idaho Falls.

These projects, designed to tackle congestion and safety concerns, are moving forward thanks to Transportation Expansion and Congestion Mitigation (TECM) funds made available by House Bill 25, which was passed by the Idaho legislature earlier this year. The legislation provides an additional $20 million a year to the TECM fund over the next three years and will allow the department to invest an extra $1 billion in the Gem State’s transportation system.

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Internet outages show signs of recovery as Spotify, Google and other popular online services are down for thousands of users

By Lisa Eadicicco, CNN (CNN) — Multiple popular online services were hit by outages on Thursday afternoon, including Spotify, Discord and Google, according to Downdetector, a website that tracks service disruptions across the web. Downdetector also reported issues at Amazon Web Services, but the company says it was operating normally on Thursday. The disruptions came

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Police redirect traffic after dump truck strikes light at 1st and Woodruff

Drivers are being urged to avoid the intersection of 1st and Woodruff this morning, June 12, 2025, after a dump truck’s raised bed struck and damaged a traffic signal.

The Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD), along with Citizen Watch Volunteers, is actively directing traffic as Idaho Power works on repairs. expected to last into the early afternoon.

IFPD is asking drivers to take alternate routes and avoid the area if possible. They expect repairs to last at least into the early afternoon.

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Junior Jazz players and public invited to meet Utah Jazz player Oscar Tshiebwe

The City of Pocatello Parks & Recreation Department is excited to welcome Utah Jazz player Oscar Tshiebwe to Pocatello!

Junior Jazz players and the public are invited to a special meet-and-greet Wednesday, June 18, from 9–10 a.m. at Irving Middle School (911 N. Grant Avenue). During this FREE event, attendees will hear Tshiebwe share his journey to the NBA, ask questions about his career, and have a chance to get autographs and photos. The stop will include a short basketball clinic with Tshiebwe and the Junior Jazz Players.

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Bannock County emergency manager talks importance of new Sheriff’s app in keeping people connected

“A lot of the things that we do are computer-based with smartphones and smart glasses and smart computers and smart cars,” said Wes Jones, director of Bannock County Emergency Management. “Our approach is we need to be smarter about how we reach out to the communities, and this gives us a more timely and accurate ability to get that information out there and in the hands of the community.”

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The UK, Germany and Canada have slashed foreign aid this year, deepening damage done by US cuts, analysis shows

By Lauren Kent, CNN London (CNN) — Western countries have slashed foreign aid budgets this year and reductions will steepen in 2026, with the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and Canada cutting the most, according to a new analysis from the Center for Global Development (CGD). The aid cuts will mean “significant losses” for many

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George Pataki Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of George Pataki, former governor of New York. Personal Birth date: June 24, 1945 Birth place: Peekskill, New York Birth name: George Elmer Pataki Father: Louis Pataki, postman Mother: Margaret (Lagana) Pataki Marriage: Elizabeth “Libby” Rowland (1973-present) Children: Emily, Teddy, Allison and George Owen

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Iran threatens nuclear escalation after UN watchdog board finds it in breach of obligations

By Mostafa Salem and Frederik Pleitgen, CNN (CNN) — Iran has warned it will ramp up its nuclear activities after the United Nations nuclear watchdog’s 35-member board of governors adopted a resolution Thursday declaring it in breach of its non-proliferation obligations. Tehran retaliated by announcing the launch of a new uranium enrichment center and the

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Japan says Chinese fighter jet came within 150 feet of surveillance plane above Pacific

By Brad Lendon, CNN Seoul, South Korea (CNN) — A Chinese fighter jet came within about 150 feet of a Japanese naval reconnaissance plane over the weekend, the Japanese Defense Ministry said Thursday, an action the US ambassador to Tokyo called “dangerous” and “reckless.” Saturday morning’s close encounter between the Japanese P-3C Orion, a four-engined,

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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from continuing to detain Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil

By Sabrina Souza, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge granted Mahmoud Khalil’s habeas corpus petition and barred the Trump administration from continuing to seek his detention, according to a court order. New Jersey District Judge Michael E. Farbiarz ordered a stay of the preliminary injunction until Friday at 9:30 a.m., which allows the government to

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Missing 10-year-old found safe

The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office is urgently asking for the public’s assistance in locating 10-year-old Eli Barker, who has been reported missing. Eli has been diagnosed with autism and is non-verbal.

Eli was last seen at an unspecified location within Bingham County, wearing a purple shirt, gray shorts, red and black glasses, and carrying a dragon toy

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Karen Read’s defense rests its case in her retrial for the death of her police officer boyfriend

By Dakin Andone, Jean Casarez, CNN (CNN) — Defense attorneys for Karen Read rested their case Wednesday, bringing her retrial for the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend one step closer to its blockbuster conclusion. Judge Beverly Cannone indicated closing arguments will begin Friday, with jurors expected to begin deliberating thereafter. Prosecutors have accused

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Trump’s pick to lead FAA grilled by senators over air traffic control system, safety at Reagan National Airport

By Alexandra Skores, CNN Washington, DC (CNN) — President Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Aviation Administration was grilled by senators Wednesday on critical safety-related issues, including the required hours needed for pilots, the outdated air traffic control system and the ongoing problems at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. At a hearing held by the

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Turned in by Uber Driver: Texas woman arrested after dragging officer in attempted Idaho bank robbery

A 50-year-old Texas woman is in custody after allegedly attempting to rob an Idaho Central Credit Union branch and dragging an Idaho Falls Police Officer with her car during an escape attempt.

On Tuesday, June 9, Idaho Falls Police (IFPD) received a panic alarm from the ICCU building at 3330 S 15th East. The caller reported that a woman, later identified as Wendy Bess, was inside the bank attempting to withdraw a substantial amount of money using a stolen ID.

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Update on Train Derailment: No immediate timeline for full cleanup, Intersection remains closed

A train derailment near Chester has forced the indefinite closure of the intersection of 2900 E and Highway 20, causing significant travel disruptions. While the incident has resulted in substantial damage, authorities confirm there are no reported injuries.

The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office announced the closure via a Facebook post, urging drivers who typically use this “cut-off road” to seek alternate routes.

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National ALS support organization hosting fundraiser walk in Pocatello Saturday

ALS of Nevada is hosting their ‘Walk for ALS’ in Pocatello to raise awareness and collect donations for research into the deadly disease on Saturday.

ALS of Nevada hosted its last Walk for ALS in the Gate City in 2019. Event director, and Pocatello native, Jen Robinson said the walk is a way for people to contribute to furthering a cure for ALS and gives people a chance to show their solidarity for those suffering from the illness.

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Two new parent spaces added to Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus

Idaho State University recently added two new ‘lactation pods’ to their Pocatello campus to give breastfeeding mothers a private space to feed their children.

The pods are located in the lobbies of the Physical Science Complex and Garrison Hall and feature lockable doors, outlets for breast pumps, and space for strollers; with the new additions, there are six total designated parent spaces on Idaho State’s Pocatello campus.

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Bank robbery suspect sentenced 5 years for fleeing traffic stop, ramming ISP vehicle

Rulon J. Olson, 35, of Idaho Falls, was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison after fleeing a traffic stop last year, ramming an Idaho State Police vehicle during the pursuit. In addition to his prison term, Olson has been ordered to pay over $3,600 in restitution.

Olson was identified by Pocatello Police last year as a suspect in the May 7, 2025, robbery of the Mountain America Credit Union located at 1012 Yellowstone Avenue in Pocatello. Authorities located the getaway vehicle later that week and issued an arrest warrant for Olson.

He was captured later that month, on May 22, 2025, in Idaho Falls, following a high-speed pursuit by Idaho State Police (ISP). According to an initial ISP report, Olson fled a traffic stop after troopers discovered his outstanding warrant.

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Education Dept. considering cuts for California universities while making ‘progress’ with Harvard and Columbia, McMahon says

By Betsy Klein, Danya Gainor, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration is turning its ire from the Ivies in the East to public universities in California as it continues its crusade to remake higher education in the United States. Education Secretary Linda McMahon affirmed the administration is considering significant slashes to federal funding for universities

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Secretary Rollins signs Idaho’s waiver to remove “unhealthy foods” from SNAP benefits

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, joined by Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., signed three new food choice waivers to Make America Healthy Again. The signed waivers will amend the statutory definition of food for purchase for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP) in Arkansas, Idaho, and Utah, each commencing in 2026.

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Help ID Suspect: Vandal with BB gun damages Idaho Falls apartments

The Idaho Falls Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual responsible for damaging several apartment windows on St. Clair Avenue with a BB gun on Monday.

A Ring doorbell camera captured footage of the suspect, which the department shared on its Facebook page. In the short video, the individual appears to be a male wearing a t-shirt and jeans.

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New Jersey man gored by bison in Yellowstone

A 30-year-old man from Randolph, New Jersey, is recovering after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday, June 10, underscoring the importance of keeping a safe distance from the wildlife.

According to the National Park Service (NPS), a large group of visitors had gotten too close to the animal, leading to the incident. Fortunately, the man only sustained minor injuries and was treated and transported by emergency medical personnel.

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Airlines offering vouchers, new flights for passengers impacted by airport delays during Army parade in DC

By Alexandra Skores, CNN Washington (CNN) — Passengers flying through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Saturday will experience delays as the Army celebrates its 250th birthday with a parade and flyover in Washington, DC. The celebration, which coincides with President Donald Trump’s birthday, will impact vehicle and airline traffic. The Federal Aviation Administration said

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Pocatello man arrested after crashing through local truck stops while fleeing traffic stop

A Pocatello man is facing a slew of felony and misdemeanor charges after he allegedly escalated a traffic stop for erratic driving into a physical altercation, in a destructive attempt to flee from Idaho State Police. Monday night, ISP reportedly arrested 43-year-old Joshua Edward Maddock after he reportedly fled a traffic stop, crashed through two truck stop properties, and attempted to hide from law enforcement.

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Defining symbol of protests, volatile work schedules, healing power of travel: Catch up on the day’s stories

By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Almost two-thirds of US workers struggle with volatile and inflexible work schedules, according to a new Gallup survey. It’s especially common among part-time employees and those without a college degree. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day: 5 things 1️⃣ Defining

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Friedrich Merz Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life Friedrich Merz, chancellor of Germany. Personal Birth date: November 11, 1955 Birth place: Brilon, Germany Birth name: Joachim-Friedrich Martin Josef Merz Father: Joachim Merz, judge Mother: Paula Sauvigny Marriage: Charlotte Gass (1981-present) Children: Three Education: Studied law at the University of Bonn and the

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Syria orders women to cover up on beaches with conservative new dress code

By Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN (CNN) — Syria issued a conservative new dress code Tuesday requiring women to wear burkinis or full-body swimwear on all public beaches, the latest cultural shift since Islamist-led rebels toppled dictator Bashar al-Assad’s regime last December. The Tourism Ministry said the new guidelines were made in “the requirements of public interest.”

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Idaho Democrats launch “All In for Idaho” initiative ahead of 2026 elections

“For too long, Republican politicians have taken this state for granted, and the result is a set of laws that are completely out of touch with working Idahoans,” said Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea. “After a long day of work, you ought to be able to put food on the table and afford a home for your family. But the math doesn’t pencil for too many Idaho families, and the Republican supermajority refuses to do anything. Instead, Republican rule is making it even harder for the next generation by gutting education funding and closing doors to career training for good jobs. All In for Idaho is how we start turning the page.”

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Law enforcement embraces a ‘change in tactics’ as search for accused killer Travis Decker approaches week three

By Danya Gainor, Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — As the search for the father accused of killing his three young daughters approaches its third week, authorities in Washington state are embracing a “change in tactics,” Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison said in a Wednesday evening news conference. In the initial phase of the search for

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Trump’s nominee to lead the FAA was critical of the agency’s safety performance, questionnaire shows

By Pete Muntean, CNN Washington, D.C. (CNN) — The Trump administration’s nominee to lead the embattled Federal Aviation Administration says there is a “profound lack of trust” in the agency and it “fails to carry out its safety mission.” The sharp criticism by airline executive Bryan Bedford is written in a questionnaire, obtained by CNN,

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France says Palestinian Authority makes ‘unprecedented commitments’ to reform ahead of conference on statehood

By Saskya Vandoorne, Joseph Ataman and Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Paris (CNN) — France said it has received a letter from the Palestinian Authority that contains “concrete and unprecedented commitments” to reform as Paris prepares to co-chair a conference on Palestinian statehood in New York. The letter, which France said was signed by Palestinian Authority (PA)

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Idahoans can get out and fish for free on Saturday

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s annual ‘Free Fishing Day’ returns Saturday, June 14, and regional offices are hosting events to make it even easier to catch the big one.

Free Fishing Day has been an annual tradition on the second Saturday in June since 1992. Idahoans can fish without a license anywhere in the state open for fishing; bag limits, size restrictions, and area closures stay in effect.

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UK, Canada and Western allies sanction two far-right Israeli government ministers

By Lauren Kent and Eugenia Yosef, CNN London (CNN) — The United Kingdom, Canada and other allies announced sanctions Tuesday on two hardline Israeli government ministers for repeatedly “inciting violence against Palestinians,” in a stark joint move that comes amid growing Western condemnation of Israel’s actions in the occupied West Bank and Gaza. National Security

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A look at the ‘less lethal’ weapons authorities used to crack down on Los Angeles protests

By Dakin Andone, CNN (CNN) — As protesters against federal immigration raids have clashed in recent days with law enforcement, the Los Angeles Police Department’s Central Division sent out a warning: “Less Lethal munitions have been authorized,” officials wrote on X, ordering crowds in Downtown Los Angeles to disperse. “Less lethal munitions may cause pain

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A look at the ‘less lethal’ weapons authorities used to crack down on Los Angeles protests

CNN By Dakin Andone, CNN (CNN) — As protesters against federal immigration raids have clashed in recent days with law enforcement, the Los Angeles Police Department’s Central Division sent out a warning: “Less Lethal munitions have been authorized,” officials wrote on X, ordering crowds in Downtown Los Angeles to disperse. “Less lethal munitions may cause

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A look at the ‘less lethal’ weapons authorities used to crack down on Los Angeles protests

CNN By Dakin Andone, CNN (CNN) — Late Sunday, as protesters against federal immigration raids clashed with law enforcement, the Los Angeles Police Department’s Central Division sent out a warning: “Less Lethal munitions have been authorized,” officials wrote on X, ordering crowds in Downtown Los Angeles to disperse. “Less lethal munitions may cause pain and

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Who are the people protesting in Los Angeles?

By Chelsea Bailey, Julia Vargas Jones and Kyung Lah, CNN (CNN) — Estrellazul Corral joined protests outside the Los Angeles Metropolitan Detention Center every day this weekend to demand justice for the dozens of migrants detained by armed ICE agents in armored vehicles who targeted jobsites in the city’s predominately Latino communities. After hours of

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Canada plans to hit NATO spending target early and reduce reliance on US defense, Carney says

Story by the Associated Press Toronto (AP) — Canada will meet NATO’s military spending guideline by early next year and diversify defense spending away from the United States, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday, asserting that Washington no longer plays a predominant role on the world stage. The announcement means Canada will achieve NATO’s spending

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