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Coronaviruses are in Idaho, but not the strain from China

February 5, 2020 5:55 PM News Team

On Wednesday, officials confirmed a case of novel coronavirus in Wisconsin, bringing the total number of cases in the U.S. to 12.

1 hospitalized after crash on I-15 off-ramp

February 5, 2020 5:06 PM News Team

Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle crash around 3:10 p.m. on the Interstate 15 Exit 71 off ramp, also known as the Pocatello Creek off-ramp.

Chubbuck unveils how they will finance new city hall

Chubbuck unveils plans to finance new city hall

February 5, 2020 4:54 PM News Team

Chubbuck is opening up about how the city is financing its new city hall.

Effort to fund education tours east Idaho

February 9, 2020 9:31 PM Emma Iannacone

Reclaim Idaho spent the weekend in East Idaho campaigning for a ballot initiative to fund public schools.

Bannock Development accepts donation

February 5, 2020 10:58 AM News Team

Portneuf Health Partners presented a $20,000 check to support Bannock Development Corporation.

Construction on former Riverside Apartments could be done in 12-14 months

February 4, 2020 5:45 PM News Team

The Old Town building formerly known as the Riverside Apartments, located at 729 W Center St., is expected to have renovations and construction completed in the next 14 months.

Slick roads cause slide offs, wreck on I-15

February 5, 2020 11:57 AM Emma Iannacone

Idaho State Police reported a series of wrecks and slide offs on Interstate 15 near Pocatello on Wednesday morning.

PRT cancels non-essential trips due to snow, most routes still running

February 3, 2020 2:53 PM Emma Iannacone

Pocatello Regional Transit announced that they are “canceling all non-essential trips today. The A, B, C, D, and E routes will be running as normal.”

Volunteers count beaver population in Mink Creek area

February 2, 2020 3:29 PM Emma Iannacone

A group in Pocatello is trying to increase the beaver population in local wildlife areas.

Winter Weather Advisory and Winter Storm Warning in effect until Monday night

February 2, 2020 10:16 AM Michael Coats

A winter storm arrives Sunday afternoon and continues into Monday. The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Snake River Plain until 8PM Monday. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the higher elevations east of the Plain and for Southeast Idaho, along HWY 30 and Interstate 15

Arcade hosting ‘benefit bash’ for new window

February 1, 2020 6:15 PM News Team

Barricade Arcade, located at 308 E Center St., is hosting a “Wooden Barricade Benefit Bash” to help raise funds for a new window.

Keep on smiling: Dental event aims to prevent tooth decay in kids

February 1, 2020 4:51 PM News Team

The annual ‘Give Kids a Smile Day’ was hosted by Idaho State University and Southeastern Idaho Public Health Saturday.

Avalanche class aims to keep snowmobilers safe

January 31, 2020 9:20 PM News Team

Nationwide, skiers are most frequently killed in avalanches, according to data from the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. But in Idaho, it’s snowmobilers who have the highest fatality rate.

What to know before you file your taxes

January 30, 2020 3:11 PM News Team

Time is ticking away to file your taxes. If you have made mistakes in previous years, you know it can be costly and a complicated fix.

Pocatello Police Department testing body cams

January 31, 2020 5:07 PM Linda Larsen

The Pocatello Police Department is looking into the possibility of getting body cameras for the patrol officers.

Only one Bannock County couple appeals recent property assessments

January 30, 2020 8:44 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A Bannock County couple appealed the assessed value of their property Thursday, claiming it was valued at nearly $200,000 more than it was truly worth. “Earlier this month, we had evaluations go out for about 300 parcels of property, related to new construction,” Bannock County Commissioner Steve Brown said. “From those

Sheriff Nielsen eyes commissioner seat, Tony Manu runs for sheriff

January 30, 2020 2:26 PM Emma Iannacone

Lorin Nielsen, who served as Bannock County Sheriff for 24 years, plans to run against Ernie Moser for County Commissioner seat one in the November election.

Snow removal labor cost down $15,000 from last year

January 30, 2020 12:02 PM Emma Iannacone

Pocatello is saving costs on snow removal labor this winter.

Police investigating fake antifa letter meant to harass local woman

January 29, 2020 11:19 AM Emma Iannacone

Pocatello police say a fake antifa recruitment letter was meant to encourage the community to harass a local woman.

ISU names Dean of Students

January 29, 2020 11:02 AM News Team

Idaho State University has named Craig Chatriand its new Dean of Students and assistant vice president, effective Feb. 28.

Human trafficking symposium aims to educate public

January 28, 2020 3:37 PM Emma Iannacone

Human trafficking is a problem all over the world, and Pocatello is no exception.

Pocatello Senator recognized with FFA award

January 27, 2020 3:55 PM News Team

The Idaho FFA Association honored Pocatello Senator Mark Nye (D) and House Speaker Representative Scott Bedke (R-Twin Falls) with the group’s Honorary State Future Farmers of America award Monday.

New glass recycling bin added in Pocatello

January 27, 2020 3:31 PM Emma Iannacone

The glass recycling program has proved so popular among Pocatellans that the city has added another location.

SIPH offers free dental care for children

January 27, 2020 11:37 AM Emma Iannacone

Southeastern Idaho Public Health is partnering with Idaho State University and area dentists to provide a day of free dental care for kids.

North Bannock Fire finally has its own department

January 25, 2020 3:59 PM News Team

It’s been less than a year since a levy was passed to fund the first-ever fire department for the North Bannock Fire District.

Tax Commission: Bannock County’s agricultural assessments are off

January 24, 2020 9:01 PM News Team

A recent audit by the Idaho State Tax Commission revealed several irregularities in agricultural assessments of Bannock County properties.

Administration announces new water protection rule

January 24, 2020 8:36 AM News Team

Second District Congressman Mike Simpson traveled to Pocatello Thursday to formally announce a final rule for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule.

Eastern Idaho Ag Expo wraps up its 41st year

January 23, 2020 8:30 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thursday was the final day of the 41st annual Eastern Idaho Ag Expo in Holt Arena. Some of the top tractor manufacturers from across the state gathered in the stadium to showcase their latest models. The event happened over the past two days as apart of the Idaho Potato Conference. Event

Something’s fishy: Trout in the Classroom program begins in east Idaho

January 23, 2020 5:42 PM News Team

In the halls of Franklin Middle School, Shayne Hughes’ class has become pretty famous.

Australian speaker motivates Eastern Idaho students

January 22, 2020 4:39 PM Todd Kunz

An international youth speaker presents her message of life skills to Eastern Idaho students.

Pocatello Police warn of new business scam

January 23, 2020 8:25 AM News Team

Pocatello Police are warning businesses of a new scam that has surfaced in the city recently.

Annual Idaho Potato Conference and Trade Show kicks of its 52nd year

January 22, 2020 2:56 PM News Team

The annual Idaho Potato Conference and Trade Show kicks off its 52nd year in Bannock County Wednesday.

Historic Old Town building purchased for redevelopment

January 22, 2020 5:00 PM News Team

The Old Town building which many remember as the Riverside Apartments, located at 729 W Center St., has been purchased.

Aid for Friends shelter receives donation

January 22, 2020 11:30 AM News Team

Pocatello Aid for Friends says it has received a $50,000 donation from the Latter-day Saint Charities Humanitarian Services North America.

Pocatello Police investigate suspicious death

January 21, 2020 4:37 PM Curtis Jackson

Police are investigating a suspicious death at home in Pocatello.

Pocatello honors 2 for human & civil rights

January 21, 2020 3:07 PM News Team

Pocatello’s Human Relations Advisory Committee (HRAC) is honoring two community members for their work in advancing human and civil rights.

Pocatello teen survives hit and run accident

January 20, 2020 11:13 PM Linda Larsen

A Pocatello teen is lucky to be alive after a terrifying hit and run accident.

Foodbank volunteers celebrate MLK Day with service

January 20, 2020 5:16 PM Jilliana Colina

Shaw said that in 2019 volunteers provided enough hours for thirty full-time employees.

Many come out to participate in ISU’s annual MLK Day March

January 20, 2020 5:17 PM Jilliana Colina

Those old and young, human and k-9, came out to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Woman charged in hit and run incident

January 20, 2020 9:58 AM News Team

A woman is being held in the Bannock County Jail after a hit and run vehicle-pedestrian accident Saturday night.

Fire destroys fence company building

January 20, 2020 9:20 AM News Team

Fire destroyed a building at Buett’s Fence Company in Pocatello at around 2:30 p.m. Saturday.

‘Anything’s possible’: Potato Cup winners take difficult path to the finish line

January 18, 2020 4:08 PM News Team

This year, some of the race’s winners had a more difficult path to the finish line than others.

Police documents describe an unassuming bank robbery

January 17, 2020 3:39 PM News Team

More details are coming forward on the Jan. 9 robbery at a US bank in Pocatello.

Love, hate relationship: Residents divided on feelings about flock of wild turkeys

January 17, 2020 8:53 PM News Team

Some call them a nuisance and others say they love them. A flock of wild turkeys has seemingly arrived in the area around South Mink Creek Road out of thin air. Residents are divided in their stance on the poultry.

New details of carjacking with kids inside

January 12, 2020 11:00 AM Emma Iannacone

Two juveniles are safe after two people stole the car they were in on Interstate 15 on Saturday.

12-foot wolf spider found at Idaho State University’s new exhibit

January 17, 2020 12:21 PM Linda Larsen

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – What is lurking in the dark? That is the question the Idaho Museum of Natural History will answer with their new exhibit “In The Shadows.” The exhibit features a 12-foot wolf spider along with several large scale reproductions of the creatures that hide in our basements, creep in caves or even

Pocatello-Chubbuck Community Weight Loss Challenge

Gold’s Gym encouraging Pocatello-Chubbuck community to lose a ton of weight

January 16, 2020 8:12 PM News Team

As part of the Pocatello-Chubbuck community’s first-ever weight loss challenge, dozens filled Gold’s Gym on Thursday afternoon to weigh in.

Rescan day is Friday for antenna users in Pocatello area

January 16, 2020 5:06 PM News Team

For people in the Pocatello area who use an antenna to get our channels, Friday is an important day.

ISU program offers a new approach to animal-assisted therapy

January 16, 2020 4:08 PM News Team

There’s a new kind of certificate you can get at Idaho State University.

With freezing temps, local agencies seek to help homeless

January 15, 2020 11:21 AM News Team

For most, escaping snowstorms and freezing temperatures is as easy as stepping inside your home. However, it’s much more challenging to stay warm if you’re homeless. In some cases, the fight to stay warm can be deadly.

‘If we can’t go, we can’t go’: Portneuf Air Rescue is ready to go, except in snow

January 15, 2020 5:34 PM News Team

When accidents happen, as they often do, help isn’t always a quick drive away. Luckily, in situations like that, Portneuf Air Rescue can cut response times in half, if not more.

Motorcycle enthusiast brings classic bikes back to life for auction

January 14, 2020 5:20 PM Emma Iannacone

A Pocatello man is ramping up for a world class auction.

Winter weather has little impact on emergency services

January 14, 2020 8:07 PM News Team

Winter weather advisories are still in effect for much of eastern Idaho, but even with difficult driving conditions, emergency services are always just a call away.

Abandoned taxi cab set on fire, left to burn

January 14, 2020 3:27 PM Emma Iannacone

Police found a blazing taxi cab on a dirt road Saturday night.

Effort to consolidate Bannock County dispatch centers meets resistance

January 15, 2020 4:44 PM Emma Iannacone

An effort to consolidate Bannock County’s dispatch centers is meeting resistance.

Student apartments planned for old Bannock hospital site

January 13, 2020 5:09 PM Emma Iannacone

Developers are planning to build student apartments on the former Bannock Regional Medical Center lot.

Westside Ranger District seeks state recreation funds

January 13, 2020 1:49 PM News Team

The Caribou-Targhee National Forest will ask the Idaho Parks and Recreation Department for state-administered funds to make some public land improvements in the Pocatello area.

Snowy driving tips: stay home

January 12, 2020 12:48 PM Emma Iannacone

Southeast Idaho is getting hit with another winter storm and police are asking drivers to be cautious.

Safety is the priority: Pebble Creek hosts Max Safety Day

January 11, 2020 4:55 PM News Team

With snowflakes falling in southeast Idaho, Pebble Creek held an event to remind skiers and snowboarders of the inherent dangers of the sport.

Bank robbery suspects caught

January 11, 2020 3:02 PM News Team

Pocatello Police have arrested the suspects in the US Bank robbery on Thursday.

UPDATE: Some customers saying service restored

January 10, 2020 7:11 PM News Team

UPDATE: 8:16 P.M.: A number of CenturyLink customers are telling Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 service has been restored. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – At least 1400 CenturyLink customers are without service on Friday night across the state of Idaho. According to a tech worker with the Internet provider, outages were being

Snake River Open marks exciting start to track and field season

January 10, 2020 8:40 PM News Team

The annual Snake River Open kicked off inside Holt Arena Friday. The two-day track and field event usually hosts high school and collegiate athletes, but the field was expanded to include elementary and middle schoolers this year.

BlackSnake Tournament kicks off in Pocatello

January 10, 2020 2:42 PM News Team

Public speaking is no easy task, but high school students made it look effortless Friday. The 63rd annual BlackSnake Tournament kicked off before the weekend at Idaho State University.

Police search for bank robbery suspects

January 9, 2020 4:17 PM News Team

Pocatello Police are looking for suspects involved in a robbery at U.S. Bank at 855 Yellowstone Avenue on Thursday around 12:43 p.m.

United Way of Pocatello’s new location and new community assessment

January 9, 2020 6:09 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A lot of changes are coming to the United Way of Pocatello with the new year. At the start of 2020, the social service agency will be moving to its new location at 101 N. Main St. in Old Town. They formally announced the move before the city council this morning.

Gender wage gap wider in Idaho than rest of America

January 8, 2020 4:51 PM Emma Iannacone

The gender wage gap may seem like a relic of a distant past, but it’s still very real for Idaho women.

Bannock County developers look towards a busy 2020

January 8, 2020 4:50 PM News Team

There are several developments in the works for Bannock County in 2020, according to the Bannock Development Corporation.

Charges filed against officer-involved shooting suspect

January 8, 2020 3:40 PM News Team

The Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against 29-year-old Trevor A. VanHorn who was involved in an officer-involved shooting on Monday.

ISU logo wins national recognition

January 7, 2020 3:55 PM News Team

If the new Idaho State University Bengal logo makes you roar, there is good reason.

Bannock County Sheriff Lorin Nielson won’t seek reelection

January 7, 2020 4:29 PM Emma Iannacone

Long-standing Bannock County Sheriff Lorin Nielson announced his plans to retire in 2021.

BLM seeks funding for 3 southeast Idaho projects

January 7, 2020 10:58 AM News Team

The Pocatello Field Office of the Bureau of Land Management is asking for public comments on three proposed recreation projects.

Pocatello flight to Denver a possibility in near future

January 7, 2020 1:17 PM Emma Iannacone

A daily direct flight from Pocatello Regional Airport to Denver is in the works.

Simplot land exchange proposal goes to the public

December 20, 2019 1:55 PM News Team

A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) addressing a proposed land exchange with the J.R. Simplot Company has been released by the Bureau of Land Management.

Pocatello mayor steps up for Hitting Hearts

January 7, 2020 8:48 AM News Team

The Hitting Hearts Foundation accepted a $1,000 donation from Mayor Brian Blad in Pocatello Monday.

Family could come to Idaho for answers

January 4, 2020 11:28 PM News Team

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- The grandmother of one of the missing Rexburg children is reportedly headed to Eastern Idaho this week. Kay Vallow Woodcock is 7-year-old Joshua Vallow’s grandmother, the younger of the two missing siblings. She’s taken to social media to provide personal videos and pictures. Pleaded with everyone she can to help find her

Pocatello and Chubbuck held joint city address

January 3, 2020 10:29 AM News Team

From the Northgate development to the U.S. census, a lot was discussed at Friday’s joint city address in Bannock County. Pocatello and Chubbuck mayors updated business leaders in the community on what lies ahead in the next year. “They have great expectations of us and they should,” mayor of Chubbuck, Kevin England said. From non-stop

Pocatello seeks public input on Cusick Creek Trailhead

January 2, 2020 7:28 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Cusick Creek trailhead is on a path to a better future with our help. The city of Pocatello is seeking public input for a pair of grants through the Idaho Department of public works. Funding is intended to go towards improvements and erosion control at the trailhead. Along with enlarging

State of Pocatello in good shape, mayor says

January 2, 2020 12:49 PM Emma Iannacone

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With the start of a new year, the City of Pocatello has a lot to look forward to. Mayor Brian Blad is giving his annual State of the City address at the City Council meeting on Jan. 2. Some key takeaways from the address are the progress at the Pocatello Regional

Liquor sales up from last New Year

January 2, 2020 8:38 AM Emma Iannacone

A packed house celebrating a new decade can really put some drinks back.

2020 vision: Looking at the last 20 and the next 20

January 1, 2020 4:29 PM News Team

The first day of 2020 gives us a chance to look back at the things we’ve seen since 2000 and the things we can expect to see in the next 20 years.

Roaring into the 2020s

December 31, 2019 9:07 PM News Team

In order to ring in the New Year, one local establishment is taking you back in time to the ages of flappers and bootleggers.

State catching up to change in tobacco age

December 31, 2019 4:08 PM Emma Iannacone

Less than two weeks ago, the FDA changed the legal age limit to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21. Now Idaho needs to catch up.

Pocatello to seek recreation funding

December 31, 2019 8:30 AM News Team

The city of Pocatello is proposing to ask for a share of funds administered by the Idaho Parks and Recreation Department.

Idaho State Police issue warning to drivers

December 29, 2019 12:34 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Idaho state police have issued a warning to drivers about Interstate 15. They say slick road conditions exist between mileposts 55-58 near Inkom. Multiple slide offs have been reported in that area.

3 on 3 tournament dunks on hunger

December 28, 2019 1:02 PM News Team

A 3 on 3 basketball tournament held at the Mountain View Event Center gave the community a chance to help a good cause in a fun way.

Overdoses on the rise in Pocatello

December 27, 2019 5:36 PM News Team

Overdoses are on the rise in the Gate City. On Christmas Day, the Pocatello Fire Department responded to three separate overdoses, one fatal.

Pocatello recognizes employees for donations

December 27, 2019 11:31 AM News Team

Pocatello employees were recognized by the Pocatello City Council Friday for their contribution to the Southeast Idaho Public Health Diaper Bank.

Local Boy Scouts troop has no boys

December 26, 2019 9:31 PM News Team

In February, the Boy Scouts of America officially began admitting girls as Scouts, a first for the century-old organization.

Pocatello Council plans first 2020 meeting

December 26, 2019 10:01 AM News Team

Pocatello will launch the new year by swearing in new City Council members in its first meeting of 2020 Thursday, January 2.

Christmas traditions new and old in Pocatello

December 25, 2019 8:57 PM News Team

At the Senior Activity Center, dozens gathered on Christmas Day for a tradition that dates back several decades.

Home Helpers keeping seniors independent

December 25, 2019 6:13 PM Emma Iannacone

There comes a time when many of us will need to consider our driving independence.

Pocatello man lighting up the neighborhood for decades has no plans to stop

December 24, 2019 8:54 PM News Team

For more than four decades, Revo Williams has been telling people to “follow the glow” during the holiday season.

National Guard hosting 3 on 3 tournament

December 24, 2019 9:07 PM News Team

On Saturday, the Army National Guard is hosting the Sasquatch 3 on 3 Tournament in an effort to help collect for the Foodbank.

Aid for Friends gets big help from community to make Christmas special

December 24, 2019 11:58 AM Emma Iannacone

Not everyone gets to spend Christmas at home surrounded by family and food.

Fan favorite Christmas light show returns after 5-year hiatus

December 23, 2019 9:01 PM Emma Iannacone

A decades old tradition for a Pocatello neighborhood is back after a hiatus.

Veterans raise money for local BBQ truck

December 22, 2019 3:54 PM Emma Iannacone

People enjoyed grilled cheese and beer on Saturday while they raised money for a veteran-owned business.

63-year-old dies after found unresponsive

December 21, 2019 5:30 PM News Team

Chubbuck Police Department officers and EMS responded to 4752 Yellowstone Avenue for a medical incident Saturday at 2:44 p.m.

The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center opens early for 2019-2020 season

December 20, 2019 3:14 PM News Team

Bannock County residents now have the chance to experience another winter activity. The East For Mink Creek Nordic Center is open earlier this year thanks to a new snow grooming machine.

Pocatello approves resettlement document for refugees

December 20, 2019 5:43 PM News Team

Some international students at Idaho State University could receive extra assistance due to a new resolution passed at Pocatello’s city council meeting Thursday.

Recreation activities open in time for holidays

December 20, 2019 11:10 AM News Team

New recreation opportunities are now available throughout eastern Idaho.

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