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Bonneville County is proposing a salary bump for county employees and a zero bump in taxes. Commissioner Roger Christensen said a lot of it has to…

It’s almost time to go back to school, and a local giveaway is expected to draw 5,000 people Saturday, Aug. 16 to the Gate City Christian…

The names of the Blackfoot police officers involved in a drunken trespassing incident have been released. Jake Yancey, Andrew Adrignola, Ryan Anthony…

University of Idaho seed potato specialists said Thursday that they have detected late blight in potato crops in Bingham County. “Late blight…

They’ve crunched the numbers and the city of Pocatello has set its budget for fiscal year 2015. The city is looking to increase property taxes.…

Local News 8 has learned at least four Upper Valley high schools have signed agreements with Bingham Memorial Hospital’s Orthopedic Institute…

The Idaho State Board of Education continued its talks on Thursday with university officials across the state during its two-day summit held at Idaho…

Idaho Transportation Department contractors have repaired a sinkhole discovered on U.S. Highway 26 in downtown Idaho Falls. The ITD discovered it…

Name of the Blackfoot police officers and the Bingham County employee involved in the incident have been released in a separate article,…

A woman was robbed at knifepoint in the Blackfoot area on Wednesday. Around 2:20 p.m., the woman was walking on a path near Rose Pond. She told…

The Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 will implement a pilot program that will give all students enrolled in Falls Valley Elementary and…

School is just about to start and for some that means vaccinations. Bonneville School District 93 is urging parents to get their kids immunized.…

The Bannock County Democrats are refocusing some of their campaign efforts to get out the vote this upcoming election in November by pointing much of…

There was a time when Ashton’s drinking water was some of the dirtiest in the state by exceeding the state’s limit for potentially…

Governor Butch Otter went to Dubois for the day. He and his cabinet members listened to the concerns the people have for the city. People came with…

In the aftermath of Robin Williams’ death, behavioral experts explain that the symptoms of depression are becoming more widely acknowledged…

The Pocatello City Council has ordered an independent investigation by a local accounting firm to look into the issue of Pocatello crews paving roads…

Gun shops in eastern Idaho have struggled in recent years to keep .22 caliber ammunition on shelves. .22 caliber ammo is often used for small game…

The outbreak of Ebola continues to grow in western Africa, raising concerns around the globe and right here at home. Infectious Disease Specialist…

Public transportation is getting a little bit safer, according to the Pocatello Regional Transit officials during Tuesday’s grand opening of…

A woman in Blaine County has been infected with the West Nile virus, marking the first human case this year in Idaho. The patient, a woman in her…

A search is under way for a Georgia man who was swept down the Yellowstone River near Tower Junction on Monday evening. According to a news release…

A helicopter crashed in a backyard Monday night. Bonneville County deputies said Dave Hansen had his wife and daughter in the helicopter when he took…

A nonprofit center in West Yellowstone has a new exhibit that teaches people how to keep bears out of communities. The exhibit is called…

Due to all the rain last week, many hay growers lost precious time and money. The delicate hay needs time to dry before they can bale it. According…

For the first time this upcoming school year, high school juniors and seniors will be eligible for state funding to take dual credit college courses.…

A 35-year-old woman from Idaho Falls died Sunday after her vehicle rolled north of Paradise Road, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office said.…

The recent fire at an apartment in Idaho Falls brings up the importance of having renter’s insurance. If you’re a renter and a fire…

Idaho State Police are investigating a one-vehicle rollover crash that sent one woman to the hospital Sunday afternoon. The crash happened on…

Former GOP candidate for Idaho’s state superintendent Randy Jensen is not endorsing current Republican nominee Sherri Ybarra despite being…

Yellowstone National Park administrators are recommending the removal of roughly 900 bison next winter through hunting, shipments to slaughter and…

The names of the winners of the Idaho Falls Rotary Club’s 24th annual Duck Race were released Monday. The race was held Saturday on the…

An Idaho Falls woman was arrested after a gun was fired in a house and near a child early Sunday morning. Police were called to the 1400 block of…

A woman was arrested after police said she drove drunk and hit a pedestrian Sunday night. Police responded to a hit-and-run accident involving Bobbie…

Nine stainless steel drums were stolen from a gated lot near the Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation maintenance building on Rollandet Street. Idaho…

A fire in Idaho Falls caused an estimated $100,000 dollars in damage to an apartment, displacing three people. The fire happened at Parkwood Pointe…

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game euthanized a grizzly bear on Sunday. The animal, an adult male, had been killing livestock in the Island Park…

Wednesday started as a routine day for employees at the A&W inside the Snake River Travel Plaza in Blackfoot. “We were just giving out free…

Families in southeast Idaho packed themselves into the Pocatello Zoo on Saturday evening for some frozen treats at the 18th annual Ice Cream Zoofari…

Drag racing has long been a popular hobby in eastern Idaho, but some are concerned that too many are racing on streets in unsafe conditions.…

The Idaho Falls City Council has a new business approach for its future finances. The problem is the city needs money now and that might mean a tax…

Stuttering is a lifelong struggle for about 3 million Americans. But Idaho State University is looking to help people worldwide find ways to…

The Goat Fire is burning in Goat Creek approximately 2 miles from the mouth of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. Salmon Challis National Forest…

A Minnesota man suffered life-threatening injuries Friday morning after an apparent fall while attempting to make a solo summit of Grant Teton. Park…

After losing 3 of its top 4 receivers, the Idaho State Bengals now look to some talented youngsters to take over in the passing…

After being historically bad in 2012, the 2013 Idaho State defense was much improved. But Head Coach Mike Kramer says they still have a long way to…

On the surface, the job doesn’t look glamarous. But the equipment managers of Idaho State are the oil that makes Bengal Athletics run…

The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office said a man driving a suspected stolen vehicle led the agency, Idaho State Police and the Pocatello Police…

Sisters and mothers, Brianna Wheeler and Ashley Coombs learned they cannot process folic acid after learning about nutrigenomics. It is the research…

“911, what’s the address of your emergency?” That’s the first thing 911 dispatch asks, and you better know in case your…

The Idaho Falls Arts Council’s Roaring Youth Jam kicked off Thursday. The theme is Monstrous Fun. All activities are taking place in the Snake…

A Rexburg nonprofit said even it’s surprised by the outpouring of support it received during a recent charity drive. The Family Crisis Center…

Many potential Brigham Young University-Idaho students have put off their education to go on missions since age limits were lowered in 2012, but…

Intermountain Gas Company has asked the Idaho Public Utilities Commission to approve a 2.64 percent increase in prices. The $6.7 million hike would…

With Russia putting an agricultural ban on the United States and other countries, including bans on meat, fish, fruit, vegetables and dairy products,…

The 51st annual Shoshone Bannock Festival has officially begun, and not only are there plenty of events for the whole family, visitors from all over…

A principal dancer from the Moscow Ballet was in Idaho Falls today to audition local dancers for a future performance. The ballerinas at Dance Tech…

The Sears store in Chubbuck will close in early November, the company’s corporate office said Thursday. “Store closures are part of a…

Dozens of homeowners who sustained flood damage last month spoke at Wednesday night’s Rexburg City Council meeting. Homeowners in the Hidden…

Click here for a more updated version of this story. The Rexburg City Council has established a task force to investigate problems caused by the July…

A preliminary magistrate court hearing for Josephine Bobbie Theboy has been delayed to Sept. 26. She is charged with the first-degree murder of…

Starting last month, Madison Memorial Hospital began handing over operations of its emergency room to the University of Utah’s health care…

Flash flooding closed a highway in the region Tuesday night. Wyoming Highway 89 was closed just before 6 p.m. after mud, water, and debris came…

Chewing tobacco is an ugly tradition that’s been around baseball for years, but many players are now turning to a healthier alternative. Unlike…

Area cities are reeling from two days of flash flood watches and warnings, and preparing for more to come. Flooding in Blackfoot was so serious Mayor…

A severe thunderstorm brought flash flooding to the city of Blackfoot on Wednesday afternoon. The flooding has prompted Mayor Paul Loomis to ask…

The Portneuf Health Care Foundation is urging everyone to go take a hike…literally. On Wednesday morning the foundation launched its new…

As flash flooding hits much of southeastern Idaho Wednesday, some in Rexburg are still searching for answers after last month’s flood sent raw…

Many say the Bonneville County Fair is the best kept secret, but this year the 4-H program had more than 160 participants and 325 animal submissions.…

As you may have noticed, we are having issues updating the KIFI/KIDK app today. We are working to get the issue fixed as soon as possible. Meanwhile,…

The Idaho Transportation Department said it is relieved congress funded highway construction through May. Governmental Affairs Program Manager,…

The City of Blackfoot is facing financial hardships, and it could cost taxpayers money. On Tuesday the City Council presented its proposed budget.…

We saw the flash flood watches and warnings Tuesday, and the region was seeing similar watches and warnings Wednesday. So how do you prepare for a…

Idaho Falls Police are investigating a burglary at Melaleuca Field. According to reports, the visiting team locker room was burglarized sometime…

A Preston man was killed in an accident sometime Tuesday morning. Idaho State Police said Randy Hadley, Jr., 37, was driving northbound on Highway 34…

Four people are in custody and two more are being sought in vehicle burglaries that have occurred in Rexburg this summer, police said Tuesday. Police…

NPG of Idaho (KIFI and KIDK) is looking for a Local IT Systems Technician. This individual will be a key team member of the Information Technology…

NPG of Idaho, which operates KIFI Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News, is looking for a videographer/multimedia journalist to work in our Idaho…

The rain and thunder weren’t enough to keep ISU from practicing Monday and officially kicking off the 2014 season. In 24 days the Bengals will…

A Wisconsin man dropped everything six months ago and set off on a journey centered around baseball. John Reimer, or Baseball Buddha, as some call…

The Idaho Falls Duck Race kicks off Saturday, but there is still a lot to do before the big day. Development Workshop clients are working to prepare…

It’s been months since the Snake River School District ruled that tenured science teacher Elaine Asmus could continue teaching at Snake River…

After more than a month of political infighting, the Idaho Republican Party has a new leader. Steve Yates is an Idaho Falls businessman and a former…

Over the next couple weeks, Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church will be serving up lunch to kids because a school lunch program is taking a…

The Bannock County Fair Board’s efforts after taking-on a challenging past few months is finally underway on Monday. South Bannock County Fair…

Three boys broke into Dave’s Bike Shop early Sunday morning, police said. Around 4:30 a.m., Idaho Falls police were called to the business on…

Idaho Power has a big fish story to tell. The company said Monday that its biologists captured a female sturgeon measuring nearly 10 feet long and…

Areva has been given the green light to build a new low-level waste disposal facility at the Idaho National Laboratory. The $34 million contract was…

A rollover accident at the Fort Hall exit on Interstate 15 blocked traffic in the northbound lanes for an hour and a half Monday afternoon. Idaho…

Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal crash on Interstate 15 t south of Idaho Falls. The collision happened early Sunday morning. Roger…

For the first time, outdoor enthusiasts in Pocatello have baited the regional outdoor-tailored store into the city. Sportsman’s Warehouse was…

A local photographer is helping businesses go beyond Google Street View by providing their customers 360-degree virtual interior tours. It’s…

The City of Pocatello is considering the future of the Ross Park Aquatic Complex water slide. Stacie VanKirk, manager of the aquatic complex, said…

The Idaho Falls Fire Department and supporting agencies successfully contained the East Bench Fire near Bonneville County early Friday morning, but…

The Idaho Falls War Bonnet Round Up kicked off Friday. The Eastern Idaho Medical Center is educating big crowds about breast cancer awareness.…

The Eastern Idaho Public Health District is kicking off breastfeeding awareness week with its annual picnic in the park event. The free event was…

New statistics show Idaho’s rate of students receiving a post-secondary education is declining. The JA and Kathryn Albertson Foundation calls…

The construction and road work on Yellowstone Avenue in Pocatello was scheduled to be completed Aug. 1, but the Idaho Transportation Department said…

There are way too many horses and not enough rangeland. So now, the Bureau of Land Management is looking for pasture to rent — something that…

In just three weeks, the state of Wyoming will launch its first-ever lottery. But while Wyomingites rejoice, businesses on the Idaho side of the…