Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is alerting parents after an alleged unsubstantiated rumor of a school threat impacted learning at Pocatello…
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – A powerful wind storm tore through Southeast Idaho on Wednesday, leaving a trail of destruction that has kept local…
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Following tonight’s regular city council meeting, Mayor Brian Blad gave the annual State of the City Report, offering a recap of the city’s biggest…
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Construction on the Center Street Underpass Project is scheduled to begin in early January 2026. To help residents and businesses stay informed, the…
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After a thorough investigation, Pocatello detectives have identified every individual connected to a Sunday morning shooting that left a man…
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“Wicked” weather is wreaking havoc across the region today as a line of powerful thunderstorms sweeps through. Local News 8 is tracking this storm in…
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Idahoans in Pocatello have the opportunity to meet and discuss current issues with their local representative during a special Table-to-Table…
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Pocatello Police have issued a endangered missing person alert for Paul Eldridge,…
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The City of Pocatello will reflect on Fiscal Year 2025 during the annual State of the City address at the City Council meeting December 18.
Mayor…
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On December 14, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., officers with the Pocatello Police Department located an adult male lying in the roadway near the…
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The Hour of AI is a global program that has brought new technology lessons to over 100 million students. Last week, students in the…
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Funeral services have been announced for former Bannock County Judge William “Bill ” Woodland. The family tells Local News 8 the services will be…
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This marks the second influenza-associated death of the season in the Gem State. Last flu season, 87 people were reported to have died from…
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The Pocatello Police Department is honoring K9 Frank, a seven-year-old yellow lab who has faithfully served the Pocatello Police Department for a…
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Crews with the City of Pocatello are responding to multiple water line breaks across the area.
The initial incident took place early Friday…
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UPDATE: POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 has issued an emergency closure for Indian Hills Elementary School…
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Families of Kratom victims are taking a stand to expose the serious dangers of Kratom and advocate for awareness and change. Kratom products continue…
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The City of Chubbuck hosted their annual City Hall-I-Days Christmas festival at the Chubbuck City Hall earlier this evening, December 11th.…
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The Chubbuck Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding a tragic incident that occurred on the evening of December 10, 2025, in…
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NeighborWorks Pocatello is raising money for the Avenues for Hope housing…
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Tuesday, Zoo Idaho staff in Pocatello announced the passing of Sinbad, the beloved mountain lion who had been a resident at the facility for the last…
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Travelers beware. Northbound traffic is delayed on I-15 near the Northgate Exit because of a crash with a traffic control vehicle.…
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The Friends of the Marshall Public Library are excited to open their Holiday Store on the first floor of the Marshall Public Library in Pocatello.…
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The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Endangered Missing Person Alert for an unnamed 84-year-old man last seen at the intersection of…
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Dr. Robert Wagner hosted his faculty and staff today at the alumni center on the ISU Pocatello campus to celebrate the successful fall semester.…
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The following is a news release from the City of Pocatello. POCATELLO, Idaho – Beginning today, December 9, portions of the Monte Vista to Pocatello…
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The Aid For Friends Shelter in Pocatello hosted their annual homeless encampment at Caldwell park overnight on Saturday, December 6th. Participants…
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Idaho State’s Reed Gym Pool hosted it’s first collegiate competition in 6 years this Saturday, December 6th. The ISU Swim club hosted Boise State,…
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Local police held their annual Cops and Kids holiday shopping event at the Chubbuck Walmart, serving 65 families in need.…
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The Pocatello Animal Shelter kicked off its annual holiday pet drive today. The shelter has donation bins around Pocatello and Chubbuck as well as…
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A Pocatello Police Officer has been cited for failure to yield after striking a pedestrian in a crosswalk with their patrol car on Thursday…
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After an extensive months-long search, the City of Pocatello has officially filled its Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer position. During…
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A major shake-up has taken place in the criminal case against Lance Peck, the former owner of Downard Funeral Home. Peck’s private attorney, Richard…
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This Sunday, December 7th, the Bannock County community is taking the chance to remember, reflect, and stand together, while marking the 84th…
Continue Reading The City of Pocatello has announced that Mayor-Elect Mark Dahlquist and the new City Council Members will take their oaths of office on Thursday,…
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Voters have chosen Mark Dahlquist as the next mayor of Pocatello on Tuesday night.
Dahlquist won with 7,238 votes, or 62%, over Greg Cates 4,424…
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The 2025 election wraps up tonight, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, as polls are now open for critical runoff elections in both Idaho Falls and Pocatello.…
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After months of anticipation, Tuesday is the run-off election for the mayor’s race in Pocatello. The November general election determined that the…
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“These partnerships connect ISU with leading global institutions, bringing new knowledge, innovation, and research opportunities that would benefit…
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“This is an important step in ensuring that outdoor recreation and public access to climbing routes are protected for generations to come,” said…
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The Christmas Night Lights Parade saw dazzling trucks and trailers, decked out in Christmas Regalia, and a little drizzling rain couldn’t fizzle the…
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — The right northbound lane of I-15 off-ramp at Exit 73 near Pocatello has reopened, seven hours after a single-vehicle…
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Get ready to grab the family and head to historic downtown Pocatello to kick off the holiday season in spectacular fashion! Friday night, November…
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Thursday and Friday’s garbage, recycling, yard waste, and leaf collections for Pocatello residents will be delayed by one day because of the…
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“This is the birth of a new museum for north Idaho,” said Leif Tapanila, Director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History. “Our museum began at…
Continue Reading The PPD, School Resource Officers, and Pocatello Emergency Services are utilizing the empty school building while students are away to conduct an…
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In a post on Facebook, Pocatello Police officers said they couldn’t have done this without the support of the amazing community.
“Your generosity,…
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Starting next year, travelers flying out of the Pocatello Regional Airport will have more options when traveling to Salt Lake City. The airport…
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Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho and Sage Dental come together each year to provide a smile makeover through the Second Chance program. This year’s…
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The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation and review following the death of an adult male inmate who died of a…
Continue Reading The Dec. 2nd Pocatello Mayoral Run-Off election is rapidly approaching. Tonight, November 19, Local News 8 is bringing you the Pocatello Mayoral…
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Eastern Idaho (KIFI) – This month, BoiseDev proudly released its latest work, “Incredible Idaho Women,” a captivating book that celebrates the lives…
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“We are delighted to continue the tradition of entertaining fans at ISU events with Benny’s athletic prowess and good-natured humor,” said…
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering Idahoans an early cup of holiday cheer! Through December 24, 2025, the BLM is issuing $10 Christmas…
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At Mountain View Cemetery, where parents come to remember loved ones, every small token of love matters. So when Meri Sistrunk found the hand-painted…
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Idaho Senator Mike Crapo created the award in 2002 to recognize the invaluable contributions of Idaho veterans and those who volunteer in service to…
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While the appearance of white caps on the mountains this time of year is usually a familiar sight, many Idaho ski junkies are still waiting for the…
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“Vaccination is important for protecting yourself and your loved ones from illness,” adds Eastern Idaho Public Health. “Flu viruses are constantly…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints launched its worldwide “Light the World Giving Machine” initiative on Wednesday and said this…
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Terri Pickens, a Pocatello native and founder of Pickens Law, P.A., formally announced her campaign for Idaho Governor as a Democrat in 2026. Pickens…
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ITD’s Long-Range Transportation Plan will look at the needs of the transportation network out to 2050 and consider a variety of factors including…
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Yesterday, officers from the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, Pocatello and Chubbuck Police Departments as well as the Idaho State Police were all…
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Just a few weeks ago, Pocatello residents enjoyed the ISU Homecoming Parade, and this weekend they were treated again with the 4th annual veteran’s…
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The Fairway Condominiums Complex in Pocatello flooded early Friday morning as a result of a main pipeline bursting.…
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The Federal Aviation Administration’s plan to slash airline capacity is already affecting flights in Southeast Idaho.
As of this morning, Delta…
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If you’ve been in Pocatello this week, you may have noticed a change in lighting around town. The Bannock County courthouse is lit up in green as…
Continue Reading Following the local elections, Pocatello is guaranteed a new mayor by December 2, 2025. Mark Dahlquist had 40% of the votes, and Greg Cates had…
Continue Reading Pocatello is headed for a high-stakes mayoral runoff on December 2, 2025, guaranteeing that the city will have a new leader in 2026. The final tally…
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“This degree is specifically intended for people who are chomping at the bit to enter their geosciences career and move up into managerial…
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For the 7th year in a row, the Pocatello Police Department is bringing back a seasonal partnership with the local Idaho Food Bank ahead of the…
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The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has opened an investigation into the suspicious death of a young man following the discovery of his body…
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Just days before the November 4th mayoral election, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has become the subject of a fresh wave of intense public criticism and…
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — With the closure and demolition of the Pine Ridge Mall, many longtime “Mall Walkers” have found themselves without a…
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Winning is not easy in high school football. It takes an entire team that is bought in and willing to do whatever it takes to win. And that is…
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In a heartwarming display of community spirit, more than 50 volunteers came together to save the beloved pumpkin patch at Swore Farms from an early…
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In the lead-up to Halloween, a team of Paranormal Investigators took a closer look into the strange activity surrounding an old plane at the Idaho…
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A District Judge will not accept a plea agreement with a former Pocatello funeral home owner charged with mishandling dead…
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“Richard reminded us that politics at its best is about people, not power. It is about understanding our neighbors’ struggles and standing up for…
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Five conservation projects across southeast Idaho have received a major boost to enhance and protect the Gem State’s landscapes and wildlife…
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The name of the Pocatello man killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 in Bannock County on Friday has been officially released.
Bannock…
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The Bengals came out in full force today along with community members from both Pocatello and Idaho Falls to enjoy the annual homecoming parade.…
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early this morning. Idaho State Police said at…
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In football, teammates often call each other brothers, but for twins Cedric and Malachi Mitchell of Highland High School, the term carries a deeper…
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Governor Brad Little asked Idaho’s colleges and universities to submit new budget plans for 2026-27 that reflect a 3% cut in their…
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American Falls Joint School District #381 is celebrating a major achievement by a group of local educators. The American Falls Early Learning…
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“This new aerial truck represents a major investment in public safety and emergency response,” said Pocatello Fire Chief Ryan O’Hearn.…
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A large cow moose that took an unexpected detour into a Chubbuck neighborhood was safely captured and relocated Wednesday morning thanks to a joint…
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Goat Grazers are using their herds as an innovative way to help control weeds in Idaho. The Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust manages property for wildlife…
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Students and staff at Highland High School were forced to evacuate Wednesday afternoon after a blaring fire alarm interrupted classes, an incident…
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A city block in Pocatello was evacuated last night, after a local woman driving under the influence crashed her pickup truck into a local bar and…
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A major two-vehicle crash brought traffic to a screeching halt along I-15 between Fort Hall and Pocatello.
First responders are on the scene at…
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Both Kirkman and Pocatello’s mayor Brian Blad said the city now makes a small profit on recycling, something that’s very rare in today’s…
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As autumn arrives, local law enforcement agencies are encouraging Idahoans to tidy up their medicine cabinets and keep dangerous medications and…
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A Pocatello man has been arrested in connection with a bomb threat made earlier this month to a state government building in Boise.
On October 8,…
Continue Reading “Scholars are engaged in an array of outreach and support activities to learn more about STEM teaching and learning; some of them are volunteering…
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The spirit of Halloween is literally lighting up the streets of Pocatello, as the city’s seasonal decorating contest—centered around the coveted…
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Now’s your chance to see the not-so-spooky side of science.
Idaho State University Department of Physics and Kiwanis Club of Pocatello’s Haunted…
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The Idaho Museum of Natural History is bringing people back in time for a chance to check out some…
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“The Brady Chapel has been a part of the Pocatello community for over a century,” said Jim Anglesey, City of Pocatello Long-Range Planner and…
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Residents in Pocatello are invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony of the city’s newly renovated Recycling Services Facility. The event will take…
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