Big ticket country music stars head to Pocatello this summer
The Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheater (the Port) is adding another big ticket band to their lineup of summer concerts. Seven consecutive Country…
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Summer of concerts at the Port – Big names and lineup on the way
Bannock County has already announced the summer concert series will include performances by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Billy Currington, blues…
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50 States/50 Protests – Dozens gather for protest across Southeast Idaho
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Multiple protests took place across Southeast Idaho on Monday, the demonstrations part of protests from coast to coast…
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Indoor pickleball complex hits Pocatello
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– A new indoor pickleball facility ‘Poky Pickleball’ opened its doors to sports fans on February 7. Poky Pickleball features…
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Inkom corridor bridge replacement project to close Highway 91 starting Monday
INKOM, Idaho (KIFI)– Preparations for a major bridge replacement project through the Inkom corridor will close a portion of Old Highway 91 starting…
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Teen runaway from Chubbuck has been found
UPDATE: Feb 12, 12:05 PM POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The teen runaway from Chubbuck, reported missing last week has been found. “14-year-old Angelina…
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Summer of Punk: 2 iconic bands heading to Pocatello
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – This summer, iconic punk rock bands Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion will co-headline for the first time during their U.S.…
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Pocatello Public Services working to keep roads clear after storm on Thursday
The Pocatello Street Services Department has worked since the early hours on Wednesday to prepare for Thursday’s winter storm and the possibility of…
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Red Cross urging people to donate blood as shortages hit the area
The local chapter of the Red Cross is asking people to get out and donate blood this winter as bad weather, seasonal sickness, and wildfires in…
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Sheriff’s office warns of new scam circulating around Bannock County
The Bannock County Sheriff’s office is warning people about a fake arrest warrant being sent to people in the county. They said the new scam looks…
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Health officials share growing concern over spikes in flu cases
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Major flu outbreaks are sweeping through Idaho Falls, this week a rise in respiratory illnesses like flu or RSV forced the…
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Gem Prep Charter School drawing in students with accelerated learning opportunities
In recent years, more families are choosing to send their students to charter and private schools over traditional, public schools–with charter…
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Bannock County hosting open houses about Property Tax Reduction program
Bannock County will start their annual open house tour to spread the word about the Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program starting February…
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Immigration expert explains ICE’s deportation priorities
Local News 8 spoke with an Idaho Falls immigration expert, who wants to remain anonymous, about the deportations. The expert said he consults…
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Safer Internet Day – Pocatello Police partner with ICAC to promote online safety
The Pocatello Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force to promote online safety during…
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Community All-Stars: Poky Thunder cheer coach hanging up her pom poms
Excitement was in the air over the weekend at the Fifth District Cheer Competition. In first place and qualifying for state, Pocatello High…
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Area Agency on Aging’s ‘Friendly Calling Challenge’ in full swing
The Area Agency on Aging has had an influx of people who are picking up the phone to support local seniors through their month-long ‘Friendly Calling…
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Open houses scheduled to help Bannock County residents apply for Property Tax Reduction
Certain Idahoans could save up to $1,500 on their property taxes, and the Bannock County Assessor is encouraging folks to see if they…
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In-person work mandate affects local family
This local family owns several animals they’d have to move, due to the in-person work…
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Chubbuck JC Penny to close as mall updates begin
JC Penny will close its location in the Pine Ridge Mall ahead of renovations planned by the mall’s new…
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Bannock County breaks ground on new Youth Development Center
Bannock County held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday to kick off construction of a new facility that will house the Bannock County Youth…
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Bannock County offers free sandbags to protect homes from melting snow
Bannock County officials and partnering agencies are making free sandbags available to the community early to help residents protect their homes from…
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Idaho State University students offering free tax prep for people in need
Students and faculty from Idaho State University’s College of Business are helping people file their taxes for free until the end of…
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NAACP highlighting local Black history in display at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) are honoring Black History Month in February with…
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Mountain lion euthanized after killing pet goats at Pocatello residence
On the morning of Feb. 4, Idaho Department of Fish and Game personnel lethally removed an adult female mountain lion from a Pocatello residential…
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Petition process started to recall District 25 school board member
Following the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) school board’s decision to close Washington Elementary School, local people are…
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Chubbuck Police find wanted driver, confirm no harm was intended toward child
Chubbuck Police posted on social media they need help in finding a man who suspiciously contacted a neighborhood…
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Idaho State University President to deliver State of University
Idaho State University President Robert Wagner will deliver his State of the University address Tuesday…
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2 motorcyclists injured in crash near Pocatello Airport
Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash near the Pocatello airport Monday…
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The Port announces two new summer concerts
Two new concerts were announced Monday coming to the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre, also known as ‘The Port,’ this summer.…
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Portneuf District Library hosting Community Valentine’s Day Party
The Portneuf District Library will host an early Valentine’s Day Party with crafts and cookies on Monday, February…
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Storm sewer project to begin on 1st Avenue in Pocatello
Construction to install a new storm sewer system on 1st Avenue in Pocatello to begin…
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Driver dies after high-speed chase with police
Bannock County Sheriff’s’ office is investigating the death of a driver after a police chase on Thursday…
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‘A sinfully sweet evening…’, A Chocolate Lover’s Affair returns to Stephens Performing Arts Center
The annual ‘Chocolate Lover’s Affair’ charity event is bringing an evening of chocolate confections, wine, and music to the Stephens Performing Arts…
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Chubbuck surveying citizens for input on new city plan
City planners are asking for people to take a survey to help decide policies for Chubbuck’s new ‘Our Vision’ comprehensive…
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Pocatello Salvation Army offering extended hours to help people keep warm
The Salvation Army Pocatello Corps is opening their doors to help people in need stay warm in their ‘Cold Weather Day…
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Pocatello Police: No ICE activity found here
Pocatello officials claim a social media post about an ICE arrest is…
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Marshall Public Library starts year-long reading challenge
The Marshall Public Library is starting the new year by kicking off its annual year-long ’50/50 Book Quest’ reading challenge for adults, teens, and…
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District 25 School Board Chair weighs in on school closure decision
Board members of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) site budgetary issues caused by low enrollment as the catalyst for their decision to…
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Idaho State University receives large grant for school psychology program
The Idaho State University School Psychology Department was recently awarded a $4.5 million grant from the US Department of Education to address a…
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University of Idaho holding annual Potato Conference and Ag Expo
The University of Idaho is holding the 2025 Idaho Potato Conference and Eastern Idaho Ag Expo at Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building…
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School board votes to close Washington Elementary
With a three to two vote, the D25 school board passed a motion to close Washington Elementary School.…
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Pocatello agency holding challenge in February to combat elderly loneliness
Local Area Agency on Aging uring people to reach out to their older friends and family.…
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Idaho State University honors MLK Day with its annual march
Idaho State University held their annual march and program in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on…
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Tendoy Elementary families and staff hold rally ahead of possible school closure
Some Tendoy Elementary School staff, students, and their families gathered Monday morning to show support for the school ahead of a possible school…
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Zoo Idaho hosts third annual ‘Poke Fest’
Visitors enjoyed bonfires, s’mores, music, and of course, warm beer and…
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Red Cross urging people to give blood during National Blood Donor Month
The American Red Cross of Idaho, Montana, and East Oregon are asking donors in the area to roll up their sleeves and give blood during National Blood…
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“Snow Daddy” set to hit the road with its new name chosen by local students
Franklin Middle School students named an area snow plow ‘Snow…
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Bannock County veterans asking for help to repair water damage in historic building
Bannock County veterans are asking for the community’s help to raise funds for repairs to the historic Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building…
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Health West to start construction on new Pocatello pharmacy
Health West announced they will soon begin construction on a new pharmacy located inside their Health West Pocatello…
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Chubbuck Police need help in finding two teen runaways
Anevei Villasenor, 14, and Dalylah Villasenor, 17, were reported as runaways on January…
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Pocatello man charged with leaving puppies in dumpster
A man from Pocatello is facing several animal abandonment and cruelty…
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Pocatello-Chubbuck School District host public hearing on enrollment
Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) is holding a public hearing to discuss attendance and enrollment issues and possible school closures…
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Bannock County returns forensic lab funds
Bannock County has returned nearly $1 million of state funding originally secured to construct the now-defunct East Idaho Forensic Pathology…
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Bomb squad called to Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building
The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building was evacuated Tuesday morning when an ordnance shell was found by construction…
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Pocatello agencies hosting stalking awareness webinar
The Southeast Idaho Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force is hosting a stalking awareness webinar on Tuesday, January…
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I-15/I-86 Interchange project to be completed this year
After years of construction, the I-86 and I-15 System Interchange project is expected to be completed by August 2025, according to the Idaho…
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Southeastern Idaho Public Health wants parents to start new year with home visit program
Through the ‘Parents as Teachers’ program, Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) helps new parents develop a support system and get in touch with…
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Local reptile rescue helps find homes for cold blooded critters
Since DragonTails Rescue took in their first lizard in 2019, the business of rescuing sick and abandoned reptiles has…
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Pocatello highlights its achievements from 2024
Pocatello will host its annual State of the City meeting on January 2 at Pocatello City…
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Pocatello church volunteer group provides free car repairs for drivers in need
Volunteers from the Grace Lutheran Church in Pocatello are starting another year of providing free car repairs and service to people who may not have…
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Mobile IV clinic serving Southeast Idaho brings hydration to homes
A local business provides a unique service–bringing IV hydration treatments to people’s…
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Local salon holds fundraiser for employee’s adoption fees
Blades Salon and Spa held a New Year’s Eve fundraiser, with proceeds going to a salon employee who has been raising her niece and was recently given…
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Pocatello skating rink hosting all-ages New Year’s Eve parties
Deleta Skating and Family Fun Center is celebrating New Year’s Eve with all-ages parties on the…
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Pocatello applying for grant to make area of Portneuf River more accessible for floating
Pocatello is applying for a state grant that would fund improvements to the Simplot Trailhead, with the goal of creating a better access point to the…
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Idaho State University’s Outdoor Adventure Center offers winter fun for everyone
The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) located in Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building has equipment rentals, repairs and area…
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Pocatello Sanitation offering special holiday pickup for post-Christmas trash
To keep up with trash produced during the holidays, the Pocatello Sanitation Department is collecting excess garbage during regularly scheduled…
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Tips for staying healthy during the holidays
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The holidays bring families and friends together, but gathering for celebrations can also increase the spread of viral…
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Pocatello seeking grant to add parking to popular trail
Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public input on a new grant application from the state of Idaho’s ‘Recreational Trails…
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Pocatello towing company offering free rides to curb drunk driving during the holidays
Denny’s Wrecker Service is providing free rides and towing services to get people home safe after drinking during the…
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Pocatello Nordic Center open for the season
The Pocatello East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center opened for the first day of their cross-country skiing and snowshoeing season on…
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ISP, Broulims and local partners deliver 600 Christmas meals
This holiday season the Idaho State Police, Broulims, and their partners delivered 600 meals to schools in south east…
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Idaho State University to sell Magnuson Alumni House
The Idaho State Board of Education authorized the sale of Idaho State University’s Magnuson Alumni House at their board meeting…
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United Way received large donations for community non-profit support this year
United Way of Southeastern Idaho has received around $715,000 so far this year from corporate and community donors, on track to meet last year’s…
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Chubbuck Road re-opens to Highland area
The long-awaited reopening of Chubbuck Road has come and traffic is once again flowing from Chubbuck to the Highland…
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School District 25 hosted week of computer education for students
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 held computer-based classes for K-5 students for the ‘Hour of Code’ initiative this…
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March for Washington Elementary to be held Saturday
Student, teachers, and families will be marching from Caldwell Park to Washington Elementary school on Saturday, Dec. 13 in a show of solidarity…
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‘Wreaths Across America’ ceremony places wreaths on veteran graves
The annual Wreaths Across America Day ceremony will take place on Saturday, December…
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Two Men Sentenced for Trafficking Fentanyl in Pocatello
Andrew George Haney, 41, of Torrance, California, and Anthony Michael Stratton, 35, of Pocatello, were sentenced to federal prison for conspiracy and…
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Charter bus accident injures one at Highland High School
Pocatello-Chubbuck School District said an adult was injured from a bus accident Wednesday afternoon.…
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Pocatello family’s Christmas decorations returned after being stolen by Grinch-like thief
The Hofeldt family in Chubbuck, along with several neighbors, were struck by a thief who stole multiple Christmas yard decorations last…
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Idaho State University Physics Department receives large anonymous donation
An anonymous donor pledged $100,000 for physics students at Idaho State…
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Simplot celebrates 80th anniversary of Pocatello plant with event and donation
Simplot celebrated the 80th anniversary of the opening of their Pocatello Don Plant with an event on…
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ICCU makes kick-off donation to affordable housing fundraiser
Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) donated $10,000 to Neighborworks Pocatello to jump start their annual fundraiser for the Avenues for Hope Housing…
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Bannock County set to break ground on new fairground building in Downey
DOWNEY, Idaho (KIFI)– A groundbreaking ceremony will be held for the new Bannock County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall on Friday, December 6. The new…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter ‘overwhelmed’ with stray and surrendered dogs
In a recent Facebook post, the Pocatello Animal Shelter said it is ‘dangerously full’ of…
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Bannock County offers scheduling system to renew Driver’s License
Drivers looking to renew their licenses can now use an online tool to schedule their appointments at the Bannock County Driver’s License…
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Marshall Public Library celebrating Icelandic tradition with book giveaway
Marshall Public Library is giving away copies of ‘The Night Before Christmas’ as part of…
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Idaho State University tree lighting set for Monday night
Idaho State University is celebrating its annual Tree Lighting Festival on Monday, December…
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Pocatello to hold its Christmas Night Lights Parade
If you are looking to get into the Christmas spirit, Pocatello is holding its Christmas Night Lights Parade this Friday, November…
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State senator, watchdog groups allege Bannock County misused state money
A Twin Falls senator, along with two watchdog groups, alleges Bannock County misappropriated funds to be used for a Forensic Pathology…
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Sheriff: Case solved about mystery mobile home near Inkom
Bannock County Sheriff’s Office says the mystery mobile home case is now…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter collecting pet food for the holidays
Pocatello Animal Services is collecting donations for their annual ‘Holiday Pet Food Drive’ until the end of the…
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Salvation Army kicks off bell ringing in Blackfoot
The Salvation Army and Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SEICAA) are kicking off the annual Red Kettle bell ringing campaign at local…
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Pocatello purchases Western Recycling Center to continue city’s recycling efforts
The city of Pocatello announced Monday that it recently purchased the Western Recycling Center at 3034 Garrett…
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3 Pocatello men arrested for Child Enticement during undercover operation
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Pocatello…
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Barrie’s Ski and Sports to host Cranksgiving event Saturday
Barrie’s Ski and Sports is hosting their 16th annual Cranksgiving event on Saturday, November…
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Diane Bilyeu receives AARP award for community service
AARP Idaho awarded Diane Bilyeu with the Andrus Award for Community Service for her lifetime of service work on…
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Portneuf Health appoints new CEO
Portneuf Health today announced the appointment of Nate Carter as chief executive officer (CEO). Carter, who has served as interim CEO since August,…
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Idaho State University Festival of Trees begins Thursday
Idaho State University is hosting the annual ‘Festival of Trees’ at the Stephens Performing Arts Center starting Thursday, November…
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