Grand Targhee plans Wednesday opening
Grand Targhee Resort has announced it plans to open its season on Wednesday. …
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Stoplight install begins overnight at busy intersection
AMMON, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Power crews were braving the cold temperatures Monday night to begin installing the traffic light system at the…
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BYU-Idaho will accept Medicaid
REXBURG, Idaho Falls (KIFI/KIDK) – After 11 days of not accepting Medicaid for the upcoming semester at Brigham Young University Idaho, the school…
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ITD prepares roads for Thanksgiving snowstorm
The Idaho Transportation Department prepared roads for the upcoming snowstorm, but holiday travel may still be…
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Stop! Washing your Thanksgiving turkey could spread germs
Go ahead and rinse your cranberries, potatoes and green beans. But food experts say don’t — repeat don’t — wash the turkey before popping it…
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A.C. Moore to close its retail stores
Nicole Crafts, the parent company of A.C. Moore Arts and Crafts, has decided to exit its retail operations and sell its A.C. Moore stores, according…
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How to make sure your holiday package is delivered on time and skip the line at the post office
At the USPS Idaho Falls location, you can visit a self-service kiosk that runs 24 hours a day, even when the post office is closed.…
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Thanksgiving travel tips
AAA says about 296,000 Idahoans will be hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year.…
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E-bikes win limited national forest approval
E-bikes will be welcome on national forests, but will be subject to the same rules that apply to other motorized…
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Murder suspect undergoing psychological evaluation
An 86-year-old murder suspect is undergoing psychological competency evaluation at State Hospital…
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Interfaith Thanksgiving sermon honors Pocatello Police
The Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship hosted an interfaith Thanksgiving sermon on Sunday…
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Iona man arrested after standoff
IONA, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – An Iona man was arrested after a Saturday night standoff with authorities. The Bonneville County Sheriff’s office reports,…
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Man ejected in I-15 crash
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)-An Idaho Falls man was hospitalized after his car crashed into another vehicle on Interstate 15, at milepost 130,…
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Pebble Creek preparing for upcoming season
This weekend, many mountains around the region are opening or preparing to open. Pebble Creek isn’t quite there yet, but the lifts were spinning…
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Deck the Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – Here’s a chance to see a unique holiday sight. A local company plans to deck the falls for the holidays. “ANDX” has…
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UPDATE: Police find missing boy
The Idaho Falls Police Department was notified of a missing child around 4:30 p.m.…
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Foster and adoptive parents needed in Idaho
November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize the urgent need for foster and adoptive families in the country. Friday, at the Bannock…
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Police searching for theft suspect
Pocatello Police are asking for the public’s help searching for a…
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‘Give Cold Feet a Boot’ campaign provides 300 winter boots for students
There was a lot of heart and soles to be found at one Blackfoot school…
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Will online shopping affect the Black Friday turn out?
There is one benefit shoppers can only get at a brick-and-mortar retailer. …
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ISP graduates new class of troopers
Sixteen new Idaho State Police troopers participated in graduation ceremonies at the State Capitol this…
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Yellowstone biologists gain upper hand on lake trout
Over the past 20 years, Yellowstone National Park has invested over $20 million to recover the native cutthroat trout population. …
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LDS Church announces session change to April 2020 General Conference
President Nelson and his counselors in the First Presidency announced that the April 2020 general conference will be unique in another way: The…
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WYDOT plans Hoback emergency bridge project
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is working to schedule bridge repair work in the Hoback…
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Idaho airports to receive federal grants
Two regional airports will receive a share of $8.2 million in federal airport infrastructure grants for…
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Accused killer faces March trial date
Dustin Garrett Alfaro, 18, will stand trial in March on charges of first degree murder, conspiracy, and an enhancement charge of using a firearm in…
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Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community
Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy…
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Ammon to keep contract with Idaho Falls Senior Center
The Ammon City Council has decided to keep it’s contract with the Idaho Falls Senior Center. The contract gives the senior center $1,500 to help…
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National Rural Health Day holds deeper meaning for some ISU students
Nearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural communities and, as a result, have less access to health care. Thursday is National Rural Health Day and…
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Second chance at a smile awarded to local mom
On Thursday, Hannah Lyngar found out that she was granted a second chance at a smile.…
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Operation Safe Travel makes sure students are safe for holiday travel
With holiday traveling around the corner, it’s important to make sure our vehicles are safe and ready to…
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Man arrested for stalking
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A man was arrested Thursday, November 14th for violating a No Contact Order. Officers were told Timothy Stanton had…
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Traffic stop leads to felony drug arrest
An Idaho Falls Neighborhood Police Officer was patrolling in the area of Alpine Street when he observed a vehicle that appeared to be driving…
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Rexburg medical community comments on BYU-I’s recent statement regarding Medicaid
“As far as the infrastructure here in Rexburg we feel that we have a very solid foundation as far as being able to handle the needs of our…
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Grand Targhee postpones opening indefinetely
Grand Targhee Ski Resort has called off a Friday…
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Gate City Boxing’s new ring nearing completion
Wednesday afternoon, members of the Gate City Boxing Club got a glimpse at their new ring.…
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Study shows bison tend their pastures
A 10-year study of bison migration and grazing in Yellowstone National Park confirm the animals shape vegetation cycles and enhance growth throughout…
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ISU Credit Union celebrates festival anniversary with donation
ISU Credit Union added an additional $10,000 to its donation to the Pocatello-Chubbuck School District Festival of Trees Thursday. …
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Record-breaking green bean casserole weighs 1,009 pounds
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Green Giant has cooked up a giant green bean…
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Free dog adoptions at “Pawsgiving” Event Saturday
Just in time for the holidays, you can add a canine companion to your family for…
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ISU student awarded $10,000 scholarship
A local Idaho State University student is getting a huge honor from Univision and Mana, a popular Mexican…
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Wednesday’s Child success stories
Retiring anchor Jay Hildebrandt shares stories of children he has featured on his Wednesday’s Child reports who have been…
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District 93 starts preschool literacy program
Bonneville Joint School District 93 is helping prepare preschooler’s in their district with a new monthly program.…
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Injection could someday keep peanut allergies at bay
More than 3 million people in the United States are allergic to peanuts and tree nuts. But experimental new research suggests adults might someday be…
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Pocatello boy feels lucky after not suffering any major injuries when hit by car
A Pocatello boy is feeling lucky that bruising is the only sign showing he was hit by a car on his way home from school Tuesday.…
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Executive Order could mean extra work for ISP
On Tuesday, Gov. Brad Little put forth an Executive Order that will allow hemp to be transported through Idaho legally, with a number of…
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First roundabout in Madison County outside of the city
“It cleans this whole corner up and it really is inviting to the Hibbard…
Continue Reading BYU-Idaho stands by their decision to reject Medicaid
“It’s been basically the same response we don’t know either. We don’t know why we can’t tell you anything. Good…
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Pocatello Creek restoration project underway
Construction crews began work Wednesday on a Pocatello Creek stream restoration project.…
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Rusty Parrot condemned as fire investigation concludes
A fire that destroyed the Rusty Parrot Lodge in Jackson Monday night started on the south deck of the lodge, according to Jackson Hole Fire/EMS Fire…
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Virtual gun range, supply company offers unique training for officers
A unique local business is helping first responders prepare for the worst -…
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BYU-Idaho: Health infrastructure can’t support students on Medicaid
BYU-Idaho says it does not think the local medical community and infrastructure could support thousands of students who might use Medicaid expansion…
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Sentencing in Idaho Falls shaken baby case
A judge sent Robert Saad, Sr., to prison for the maximum ten years today.…
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ISU names Business dean
Arkansas State University professor Shane Hunt has been named the new dean of the College of Business at Idaho State University. …
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Market Lake area eyed for aquifer recharge basin
The Idaho Water Resource Board is reviewing several potential sites to locate a large recharge basin in the upper Eastern Snake Plain…
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Teton Valley program to focus on aquifer recharge
The Idaho Water Resource Board has approved spending $60,600 from the Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program to fund water delivery agreements…
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Disney+ users are at risk for hacking
There may be a negative side to the new Disney+ streaming service which is causing new users a headache.…
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Missing man found
St. Anthony Police are trying to locate missing person, Brandon…
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Man arrested for possession of heroin and marijuana
A 50-year-old Idaho Falls man was arrested for drug trafficking and possession of dugs…
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Oh deer! Peak season for hitting wildlife on the road is here
With big game animals on the move for mating and migration, wildlife-vehicle collisions tend to peak this time of year. You are urged to slow down…
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Victim’s name released in Preston officer-involved shooting
Pocatello Police are leading an Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Team investigation into an officer-involved shooting…
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High school scores – Tuesday, November 19
GIRLS H.S. BASKETBALLThunder Ridge 68 Blackfoot 58 FCanyon Ridge 27 Century 74 Pocatello 27 Highland 33 Idaho Falls 18 Rigby 59 Bonneville 60 Shelley…
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ISU’s debate society hosts public debate
Tuesday night, the Idaho State University Rupp Debate Society hosted its fall public debate at the Pond Student…
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Idaho Falls water tower future up in the air
“The existing tower needs to remain intact because it’s supplies pressure to the water system. We can’t take it down until the new tower is…
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Welcome to the new LocalNews8.com and KIDK.com
The digital team behind LocalNews8.com and KIDK.com has been very busy behind the scenes working to improve your experience with the…
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Pocatello active shooter drill featured in Campus Safety magazine
The Pocatello Police Department and other local organizations were highlighted in the Campus Safety magazine for an active shooter reunification…
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Learn how to use phones, computers at new Blackfoot course
Being left behind in the digital age can make people feel isolated from the…
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Pocatello Festival of Trees kicks off 10th annual fundraiser
School District 25 is kicking off its 10th annual Festival of Trees on Tuesday night with the opening…
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Tex Creek recovering after fire
Three years later, the Tex Creek Wildlife Management Area is recovering from the devastating Henry’s Creek range fire.…
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Inmates train dogs at the Idaho K9 Academy
he director of the Idaho K9 Academy has more work than he can handle. Since opening in January at the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls, more…
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Gov. Little OKs hemp transportation across state
Governor Brad Little issued an executive order Tuesday to resolve conflicts between state and federal law related to the interstate transportation of…
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Fifth and sixth graders can ski free in Idaho
Do you have a fifth or sixth grader who loves to ski or snowboard or one who’d like to…
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Fire damages Rusty Parrot Lodge
Fire caused significant damage to the historic Rusty Parrot Lodge in downtown Jackson Monday…
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Man arrested for possession of meth
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 49th N. and 25th E. on a vehicle that had previously eluded…
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Get $20 feline spay/neuter vouchers on Wednesday
The East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition will be releasing 133 feline spay and neuter vouchers on Wednesday at 9…
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WATCH: Coverage of the public impeachment hearings
Watch ABC News live coverage of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence first open hearings as part of the impeachment inquiry into…
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West Yellowstone Police seek theft suspect
West Yellowstone Police are seeking this man in connection with a Monday afternoon…
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State committee reviews Idaho water supply status
Idaho is getting a late start on winter, despite a cool and wet September.…
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Festival of Trees kicks off the holiday season
It may be mid-November, but the Christmas spirit is in full swing at this year’s “Festival of Trees” in Idaho Falls. “We love…
Continue Reading ‘Wall of Warmth’- is offering a unique way for people to stay warm
A “Wall of Warmth” in Idaho Falls is offering a unique way for everyone in the community to stay warm. Valorie Smith is a real Estate…
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What is the Idaho K9 Academy?
The Snake River Animal Shelter opened in Idaho Falls four years ago and is experiencing incredible success. Animals dropped off there can stay for an…
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‘Wall of Warmth’ is offering a unique way for people to stay warm
A “Wall of Warmth” in Idaho Falls is offering a unique way for everyone in the community to stay…
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Festival of Trees kicks off the holiday season
The festival has helped launch very merry seasons here for 45…
Continue Reading Tuesday Cold Front
A cold front arrives for Tuesday with afternoon winds and a few scattered rain and snow showers. Some showers will linger into Wednesday, with…
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Jackson Police investigate gun threat
Police are investigating a reported gun threat Saturday…
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INL “Park and Ride” opens to commuters
The long anticipated INL Park and Ride opened at the intersection of Bellin Road and Broadway in Idaho Falls. …
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Ribbon cut for FBI data center in Pocatello
The FBI and its partners at the Department of Justice (DOJ) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new data center in Pocatello on…
Continue Reading Ribbon cut for FBI data center in Pocatello
The FBI and its partners at the Department of Justice (DOJ) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new data center in Pocatello on Monday. The…
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County man charged after driving rampage
A Bonneville County man was arrested at around 4 a.m. Sunday after driving a stolen vehicle through several gates and…
Continue Reading Possible changes coming to Ross Park
Editor’s Note: The original version of this story implied that the Ross Park master plan was finalized; there may be adjustments to the plan in…
Continue Reading Gordon delivers Wyoming budget message
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has released a budget plan for the next two years. He says it charts “a fiscally conservative path that keeps…
Continue Reading How to handle the new “normal” with school shootings
Sunday marks the end of another week of violence in our schools and beyond. Many people are left wondering if this is the new reality or…
Continue Reading Local team wins regional CyberForce competition
The University of Idaho, Idaho Falls campus took first-place honors Saturday in the 2019 U.S. Department of Energy CyberForce Competition. Nine teams…
Continue Reading Reclaim Idaho questions BYU-Idaho Medicaid decision
Reclaim Idaho, which fought to expand Medicaid health insurance in Idaho last year, wants to know more about why Brigham Young University-Idaho this…
Continue Reading 3 car accident closes part of Hitt Road
UPDATE: Nov. 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m. – Three cars were involved in an accident on Hitt Road (25th East) and south of 17th Street blocking traffic…
Continue Reading Local venders showcase unique gifts for the holiday season
It was everything Christmas at an Idaho Falls high school. Nearly a hundred people gathered at Thunder Ridge High School on Saturday for the first…
Continue Reading Nissan recall
Nissan is recalling over 450,000 vehicles due to a fire risk. Leaking fluid in the brakes is to blame. To find out if your vehicle is part of the…
Continue Reading Sho-Ban Tribes win FMC lawsuit
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a district court judgment which affirmed a Shoshone Bannock Tribal Court of Appeals decision regarding…
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Gordon delivers Wyoming budget message
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has released a budget plan for the next two years. He says it charts “a fiscally conservative path that keeps ongoing…
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Local team wins regional CyberForce competition
The University of Idaho, Idaho Falls campus took first-place honors Saturday in the 2019 U.S. Department of Energy CyberForce Competition.…
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