Police seize 3/4 pound of meth, baby bottle meth pipe during traffic stop
Click here for updates on this story ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN (WBND) — An officer who stopped a suspicious vehicle seized…
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Several remaining missing Chibok schoolgirls escape from Boko Haram
Some of the Chibok schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram nearly seven years ago have finally escaped from their captors, a father of one of the girls…
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Anti-science movement set up US for worse pandemic, infectious disease expert says
The anti-science movement has set up the United States and the world up for a worse Covid-19 pandemic than otherwise would have been, infectious…
Continue Reading Weather reporter gets adorable ‘interruption’ from her toddler on live TV
Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES, CA (KABC) — Baby on the move! We’re all making do with working…
Continue Reading Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is 66% effective in global trial, but 85% effective against severe disease, company says
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 single-shot vaccine was shown to be 66% effective in preventing moderate and severe disease in a global Phase…
Continue Reading How much COVID-19 protection does travel insurance offer in 2021?
People who had travel insurance in 2020 found that their policies offered little protection against the global pandemic that dramatically upended…
Continue Reading Still no stimulus check? Check the mail for a debit card
Still haven’t received your $600 stimulus payment? Check the mail for a debit card. The Internal Revenue Service sent out more than 100 million…
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Missing girl found
The Pocatello Police Department is trying to locate a 17-year-old female who left school today for lunch and has not returned as expected.…
Continue Reading Mother describes helpless feeling as fallen tree dangled over daughter’s crib
Click here for updates on this story DEKALB COUNTY, Georgia (WGCL) — Ashlee Johnson felt a rush of panic early Thursday…
Continue Reading More than 140 fire/police employees denied hazard pay
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE (WSMV) — The unions representing the Nashville fire department and metro…
Continue Reading Uber partners with Utah AG to launch training video to identify human trafficking
Click here for updates on this story SALT LAKE CITY (KSL) — Ride share company Uber is partnering with Utah Attorney…
Continue Reading Man allegedly bought cars, real estate with fraudulent PPP loans
Click here for updates on this story LAS VEGAS (FOX5/KVVU) — A Las Vegas man was charged for allegedly participating in…
Continue Reading Snow storm leads to good business for Las Vegas snowboard shop
Click here for updates on this story LAS VEGAS (FOX5/KVVU) — The owner of Sin City Snowboards had to run a little…
Continue Reading Parents demand student athletes return to the field
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Continue Reading Two escaped Arizona inmates captured
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Continue Reading Arizona lawmaker introduces street racer legislation as the problem grows statewide
Click here for updates on this story SCOTTSDALE, Arizona (KPHO/KTVK) — From Scottsdale to Tucson, street racing and…
Continue Reading 7-year-old girl uses tooth fairy money to buy Girl Scout Cookies for police officers
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Continue Reading Clothing company honors teen killed in plane crash
Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — A local clothing company is honoring a teen who died in…
Continue Reading Hotel offers guests a personal concierge to navigate Hawaii’s pre-travel testing
Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU (KITV) — The Alohilani Resort in Waikiki is now offering guests a…
Continue Reading ‘I have to tape my eye shut’: Sloan’s Chris Murphy diagnosed with Bell’s palsy
Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV News) — Chris Murphy of beloved Canadian rock band Sloan…
Continue Reading Should you double up on your face masks? Experts weigh in
Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV News) — Some experts say Canadians might want to consider…
Continue Reading Chicago teachers negotiate to avoid possible strike
Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago Public Schools students will be learning by remote again…
Continue Reading Carjacking victims surprised with free cars by good Samaritan
Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WLS) — A good Samaritan surprised people who have been victims of…
Continue Reading Drug bust at storage unit uncovers $315,000 worth of marijuana
Click here for updates on this story NEW OXFORD, Pennsylvania (WPMT) — Eastern Adams County Regional Police say they…
Continue Reading College students work to get kids moving
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Continue Reading Woman flies controversial flag, testing free speech rights
Click here for updates on this story DETROIT LAKES, Minnesota (WDAY) — Flags are flying at a neighborhood house causing…
Continue Reading Does Covid-19 impact male fertility? Experts urge caution about new evidence
Severe cases of Covid-19 might impact the quality of a man’s sperm, thus possibly impacting his fertility, according to a new study published…
Continue Reading A year into the pandemic, where are all the fast, easy home tests?
Last March former President Donald Trump said “anybody that wants a test can get a test” for Covid-19. That wasn’t true then, and…
Continue Reading 25 ways to stay warm this winter that won’t break the bank
A year into the pandemic, winter is the last of the four seasons we’re newly experiencing during this crisis. Each season has had its…
Continue Reading Violence and slurs from some of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews in battle over coronavirus lockdowns
A frightened policeman fires a live round as a warning shot. Young men cowed by baton-wielding officers, drenched in foul smelling chemicals from…
Continue Reading Violence and slurs from some of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews in battle over coronavirus lockdowns
A frightened policeman fires a live round as a warning shot. Young men cowed by baton-wielding officers, drenched in foul smelling chemicals from…
Continue Reading The US can defeat coronavirus variants with the right tools, White House adviser says
Even as increasingly worrisome Covid-19 variants reach the United States, a senior adviser on the White House Covid-19 response team offered hope…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for January 29: Covid, extremism, impeachment, GameStop, Hong Kong
There’s an official term for that! Merriam-Webster has added “second gentleman” to describe VP Kamala Harris’ husband Doug…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for January 29: Covid, extremism, impeachment, GameStop, Hong Kong
There’s an official term for that! Merriam-Webster has added “second gentleman” to describe VP Kamala Harris’ husband Doug…
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Rigby man hurt in two-vehicle crash
Kevin Hayes, 31, of Rigby died Thursday of injuries sustained in a Tuesday afternoon…
Continue Reading NASA honors its fallen heroes on Day of Remembrance
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is honoring all the men and women who lost their lives while furthering the cause of space…
Continue Reading UK prepares to welcome thousands of Hong Kongers fleeing national security law
The United Kingdom is preparing to welcome potentially tens of thousands of migrants from Hong Kong, with the opening of a new visa for residents of…
Continue Reading Just as Covid-19 numbers were dropping, a concerning strain detected in South Africa is now in the US
Hope stemming from decreasing Covid-19 numbers has been blunted by the spread of new coronavirus variants. Now, one of the most worrisome strains…
Continue Reading Louisville police department gets harsh rebuke in new report commissioned after Breonna Taylor’s killing
The Louisville Metro Police Department received a harsh rebuke in a new study commissioned by the city in the wake of the police killing of Breonna…
Continue Reading Pakistan’s top court rules to free men previously convicted of kidnapping and murdering Daniel Pearl
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has ruled that four men convicted of kidnapping and murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl should go free, a move…
Continue Reading Atlanta DA requests an alternative prosecutor for two high-profile cases, including the police shooting of Rayshard Brooks
The new district attorney in Fulton County, Georgia has asked that the state’s attorney general to appoint an alternative prosecutor for two…
Continue Reading These three Pacific military flashpoints could shape Biden’s China strategy
Any suggestion that the departure of former US President Donald Trump from Washington would provide a temporary pause in US-China tensions has been…
Continue Reading Families of couple killed in botched Houston police raid file lawsuit against city and police department
The families of a man and woman killed in a botched police raid in Houston have filed lawsuits against the city and police department, according to…
Continue Reading An elderly woman fell and couldn’t call for help. Her USPS mail carrier saved her life
When a USPS mail carrier noticed an elderly customer had not picked up her mail in three days, she had an overwhelming feeling that something was…
Continue Reading Indianapolis teen charged with six counts of murder for allegedly shooting pregnant woman and his family members
An Indianapolis teenager was charged Thursday with six counts of murder for allegedly shooting family members and a pregnant woman on Sunday,…
Continue Reading Florida fire captain arrested in alleged theft of Covid-19 vaccine
A Florida firefighter turned himself in to authorities in connection with the alleged theft of Covid-19 vaccine meant for coworkers. Anthony Damiano,…
Continue Reading Philadelphia severs ties with Covid-19 testing and vaccine organization after losing ‘trust in them’
The city of Philadelphia has cut ties with a Covid-19 vaccine provider, saying it lost “trust in them as an organization,” after a slew…
Continue Reading ‘Long Covid’ still puzzles doctors but treatment is possible
Medical professionals are working to understand more about a condition they are calling “long Covid,” among patients who experience…
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508 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 508 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Gov. Little orders vaccine distribution transparency
Gov. Brad Little on Thursday ordered the state’s seven public health districts and providers to regularly report the number of coronavirus doses they…
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Committee plans for EISF in 2021
One of our community’s most popular events is on schedule for…
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New voting machines in Bonneville County
Bonneville County Commissioners approved new voting machines Thursday…
Continue Reading New York State Department of Health undercounted Covid-19 deaths in nursing homes, attorney general’s report says
The New York State Department of Health undercounted Covid-19 deaths among nursing home residents by approximately 50%, according to a report…
Continue Reading Biden still seeking bipartisan Covid-19 relief package despite stalemate
President Joe Biden is continuing to chase a bipartisan deal over his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief proposal, but White House officials privately…
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Bill proposes banning conversion therapy in Idaho
Representative John McCrostie, a Democrat from Garden City, introduced House Bill 52 to protect the LGBTQ youth from what he called the harmful…
Continue Reading After chainsaw theft, Waynesville Firewood Ministry overwhelmed, grateful for donations
Click here for updates on this story WAYNESVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — Last week, five chainsaws were stolen from a…
Continue Reading ‘We continue to lead the nation.’ In West Virginia, Covid-19 vaccinations are nearly double the national rate
More than 9% of people in West Virginia have received at least their first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, according to data published Monday by the…
Continue Reading One woman injured, 25 structures damaged as powerful winter storm unleashes mudslides in parts of Northern California
A Monterey County woman was injured and 25 structures were damaged as a powerful atmospheric river-fueled storm dumped heavy rain and snow on…
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Idaho power struggle appears to tilt away from Legislature
Attempts by the Republican-dominated Legislature to wrest power from GOP Gov. Brad Little when it comes to emergency declarations during a crisis…
Continue Reading A month after the holidays, some people are still getting Christmas packages in the mail
It’s nearly February, and holiday packages and cards are still making their way to peoples’ doorsteps. The reason for all these delays?…
Continue Reading ‘Mighty Ducks’ actor Shaun Weiss celebrates one year of sobriety after arrest
Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, CA (KOVR) — A year after his arrest in Marysville, “Mighty Ducks”…
Continue Reading 5 orphaned bear cubs moved to dens made by Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Click here for updates on this story WETMORE, CO (KCNC) — Five bear cubs will get another chance to live in the wild…
Continue Reading SMILE laser eye surgery becoming increasingly popular as glasses users deal with mask fog amid Covid-19 pandemic
Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A new type of eye surgery has become increasingly popular during…
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Student art award winners announced
Snake River High School Senior Gracie Packer of Blackfoot earned honorable mention in the State Department of Education’s “Picture My Future”…
Continue Reading Former ‘Real Housewives Of New York City’ star Barbara Kavovit running for mayor
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) — A reality star is getting real about New York City politics.…
Continue Reading Jack, the special needs dog, gets outpouring of love after potential adopter stands him up
Click here for updates on this story WEST CHESTER, Ohio (KDKA) — A special needs shelter dog from Ohio is tugging on…
Continue Reading His day started with a collision in his brand-new car. It ended with a $2 million lottery prize
It sure didn’t feel like Anthony Dowe’s lucky day when he accidentally hit two deer with his brand-new car. But a few hours later, the…
Continue Reading Senate breaks filibuster of Mayorkas nomination to be Homeland Security secretary
The Senate voted Thursday to break a GOP filibuster and advance the nomination of Alejandro Mayorkas to be President Joe Biden’s secretary of…
Continue Reading 6 people killed after liquid nitrogen leak at Georgia food processing plant
Six workers were killed and several others were taken to a hospital after a liquid nitrogen leak Thursday at a poultry processing plant in…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 105 new COVID-19 cases in the area, 1 new death
Local health officials reported 105 new COVID-19 cases and one new death in the area Thursday.…
Continue Reading German officials say AstraZeneca vaccine shouldn’t be given to over-65s, citing lack of data
Germany’s vaccine commission said the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine should not be given to people older than 65 years, amid a bitter dispute…
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Safety improvements planned on US 20 through Island Park
The Idaho Transportation Department has outlined plans for several safety improvements along the US 20 corridor through Island Park.…
Continue Reading Emmett Till’s childhood home is now a landmark in Chicago
The home of Emmett Till, the African American teen whose murder became an important catalyst in the civil rights movement, has been granted landmark…
Continue Reading Inspiring sister and brother music duo use their talents to uplift others
Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — A teenaged brother and sister from San Francisco are using…
Continue Reading ‘Second gentleman’ added to Merriam-Webster dictionary following Vice President Harris inauguration
Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — Among the new terms added to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary…
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INL microreactor project out for comment
The U.S. Department of Energy has released a draft environmental impact assessment for the proposed Microreactor Applications Research Validation and…
Continue Reading Half of US states lack most basic protections for LGBTQ people, report finds
Half of US states fail to offer basic protections for LGBTQ people, according to a report by the country’s largest LGBTQ advocacy group. The…
Continue Reading Woman says her anxiety led her to fall for a PayPal scam
Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — A suburban woman said her severe anxiety caused her to panic and…
Continue Reading SBA releases PPP loan review
The U.S. Small Business Administration reports it has approved $97 million in economic aid for Idaho businesses under the new Paycheck Protection…
Continue Reading Grandfather, vet, and cancer survivor hopes to make it into Packers FAN Hall of Fame
Click here for updates on this story WEST BEND, Wisconsin (WDJT ) — For one Green Bay Packers fan, two times could very…
Continue Reading School board president’s murder remains unsolved 40 years later
Click here for updates on this story SCRANTON, Pennsylvania (WNEP) — It’s been 40 years since Scranton School…
Continue Reading Pakistan’s top court frees men convicted of kidnapping and murdering Daniel Pearl
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has ruled that four men convicted of kidnapping and murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl should go free, a move…
Continue Reading South Carolina detects first US cases of coronavirus strain first seen in South Africa
South Carolina officials have announced the United States’ first two confirmed cases of a more contagious coronavirus strain first spotted in…
Continue Reading English professor searches for treasure
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE (WSMV ) — An English professor at Belmont University has a side hobby of…
Continue Reading Restaurant forced to close after the owner was caught working without a mask
Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU (KITV) — A Honolulu restaurant was issued a red “CLOSED” placard due…
Continue Reading Foodshare, CT Food Bank merger approved
Click here for updates on this story HARTFORD, Connecticut (HBJ) — The merger between Connecticut’s two largest food…
Continue Reading 6 people killed after liquid nitrogen leak at a food processing plant
Six people were killed and 10 were taken to a hospital after a liquid nitrogen leak at a food processing plant in Gainesville, Georgia, officials…
Continue Reading Two inmates who escaped an Arizona prison have been recaptured
Law enforcement officials on Thursday recaptured two inmates who escaped from a state prison in Florence, Arizona, over the weekend, thanks to tips…
Continue Reading Teacher says she got COVID-19 at school, gave it to husband who died
Click here for updates on this story KENOSHA, Wisconsin (WISN) — A Kenosha teacher said she is not returning to the…
Continue Reading Proposed Arkansas legislation requires Holocaust education to be taught in public schools
Click here for updates on this story LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (KHBS/KHOG) — A bill to require Holocaust education to be…
Continue Reading Vote to end mask mandate could impact food assistance programs
Click here for updates on this story MADISON, Wisconson (WDJT) — Repealing the mask mandate could have devastating…
Continue Reading Businessman accused of hoarding, gouging prices on N95 masks
Click here for updates on this story OCEAN SPRINGS, Mississippi (WAPT) — An Ocean Springs businessman is facing charges…
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USDA announces potato promotion board members
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced the appointment of 31 people to serve on the National Potato Promotion…
Continue Reading Community lends helping hand to man who lost wife, pets in fire
Click here for updates on this story HOLLISTON, Massachusetts (WCVB) — A Massachusetts community is coming together for…
Continue Reading Pediatrician fatally shoots another doctor and himself during hostage situation in Austin, Texas, police say
A pediatrician diagnosed with terminal cancer killed another pediatrician during a hostage situation before turning the gun on himself, according to…
Continue Reading New York Department of Health undercounted Covid-19 deaths in nursing homes, attorney general’s report says
The New York state Department of Health undercounted Covid-19 deaths among nursing home residents by approximately 50%, according to a report…
Continue Reading Statute of limitations reform bill moves one step closer to appearing as a constitutional amendment on May ballot
Click here for updates on this story HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (WPMT) — State lawmakers moved a bill to reform statute…
Continue Reading New malaria mosquito emerges in African cities, and experts are worried
A new malaria mosquito is emerging in African cities, with potentially devastating consequences for those living there, according to a new study. The…
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Idaho schools chief makes $2.4 billion budget request
Idaho’s schools chief on Thursday asked lawmakers for a 3.8% budget increase to about $2.4 billion to educate the more than 300,000 students in…
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