A fire caused over $250,000 in damage to the Ball Ventures business office in Idaho Falls on Saturday morning, but firefighters suppressed the blaze quickly and the sole occupant escaped without injury.
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For the second year in a row, the Pocatello Arts Council has hosted the “Golden Pumpkin” competition for local homeowners to decorate their front yards and houses for Halloween in the hopes of winning one of the Golden Pumpkins. There are several categories for awards, including the coveted “People’s Choice.”
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Local artist Nick Hottmann is transforming The Reel Theatre, one paintbrush stroke at a time. The sides of the building will soon be covered with his original mural artwork, while staying true to the theatre’s branding and history in Pocatello.
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Officers found Martinez hiding under blankets near a bed. Three young children were also in the room. Martinez became aggressive, made verbal threats against the deputies and physically fought them before being placed in handcuffs.
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A federal appeals court panel ruled Friday that Idaho’s abortion ban can remain in effect while litigation continues over whether the law must include exceptions for the mother’s health or mental health.
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Southbound lanes on Interstate 15 near Blackfoot, Idaho, have reopened after a semi-truck rollover caused by a distracted driver temporarily blocked traffic on Friday afternoon.
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A 23-year-old man died following an accidental electrocution south of Grace in Caribou County, Idaho, on Thursday.
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As the midterm election gets closer, Republican Marco Erickson and Democrat Todd DeVries are running for State Legislature, District 33, Seat B.
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A long-awaited update arrived this week from the City of Pocatello regarding the ongoing construction at the Center Street Underpass. This project has been the longest and most difficult for construction crews, but Mayor Mark Dahlquist is applauding their perserverence through the challenges that come with an 80-year-old structure.
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“Go through your closet. We’ll take any warm clothing item – such as coats, hats, gloves, boots that have been gently used, and we’ll put them to good use,” said Hall Foundation Director Sunny Harker. “Every item donated goes to help people in our community.”
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Enjoy the dry weather this Friday morning and afternoon, as low pressure begins to ride in from the Northwest toward Halloween weekend. This means trick-or-treaters should keep an umbrella in their candy bag or find a costume that can carry one, as rain and storm activity will cover the region this Saturday and Sunday. Most
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A three-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck and a pickup truck with a trailer blocked Interstate 15 near Roberts, Idaho, for more than four hours on Thursday evening.
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After facing a tragic loss, Meshelle Woods continuing to do her food-free trunk or treat.
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Thirty-one-year-old Christopher Acosta was diagnosed with GBS in May of 2026 and has spent months in therapy, rehab and recovery in the hopes to return home to his wife and two young children.
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A Jackson family is safe and unharmed after a police officer rescued them from a house fire on Flat Creek Drive on Thursday morning.
Jackson Police Officer Liam Fowler was on patrol just after 9:00 a.m. when he spotted smoke coming from the home. Fowler immediately rushed inside and evacuated the family.
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The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho has opened a new exhibit titled ‘Shared Ground: Art and the Animal’ alongside a series of stop-motion animation classes led by a former LAIKA Studios animator.
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Two house joint resolutions are on the Idaho midterms ballot for next week’s election. Both resolutions limit the abilities of voters to create initiatives and raise questions about how necessary items are to move from statutes to state constitutional law. Local News 8 spoke with political expert Ryan Sargent, lead government relations specialist at Idaho State University about the implications of both proposals.
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The Custer County Sheriff’s Office has solved a missing persons case from 1983, bringing closure to the family of Lois Ford more than four decades after she disappeared from Challis, Idaho.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a reported fire at an apartment complex near 14th Street early Thursday morning; however, no fire was discovered. According to PulsePoint, six IFFD units were dispatched to the Town Home Apartments around 5:15 a.m. Emergency crews briefly blocked off the roadway as firefighters
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University of Central Florida (UCF) faces a $100,000 fine after its fans yelled “[Bleep] the Mormons!” at the recent football matchup with BYU in Orlando.
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A 75-year-old man from Bingham County died from influenza, marking the first flu-related death in Southeast Idaho for the 2026-2027 season.
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EASTERN IDAHO (KIFI) – This month, mayors across the Gem State are participating in the 13th annual Mayor’s Walking Challenge, organized in partnership with the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health. The challenge aims to promote healthier lifestyles and secure grant funding for their communities. Organized by the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for
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The need for water at Idaho National Laboratory is butting up against Idaho’s system of water rights under prior appropriation in the “U.S.A. v. State of Idaho’ lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court of Idaho on September 11.
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Two Eastern Idaho residents, Melissa Matthews and Jason Jaynes, have entered the Ryan Seacrest Foundation’s Next Top Host contest to promote mental health awareness and support pediatric hospital entertainment studios.
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A data center is in preliminary discussions for the desert of Jerome and Lincoln counties — the same area proposed for the Lava Ridge Wind Energy Project.
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After three years of planning and building, Legacy Assisted Living cut the ribbon on their facility in Chubbuck on Wednesday, October 28. Their approach is centered around wellness and providing residents with places to recreate and socialize.
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“I would say about time,” neighbor Dara Corvus said.
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A 22-year-old local man charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl has been sentenced to a rider program following a plea agreement.
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Reports of possible gunshots near the school were cleared after Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies determined that a nearby business had set off fireworks to scare birds away.
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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (KIFI) – Visitors hoping to explore Yellowstone National Park by car have just days left to travel most of its roads before seasonal winter closures take effect November 1. And while the park will close its gates in less than a week, a historic donation is expected to support conservation, education, and
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Moreland Elementary School P.E. teacher Julie Hudson has transformed the school gym into a pirate ship for 15 years, to encourage student activity and creativity during Halloween.
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A medieval fantasy film written and directed by an Idaho Falls resident is preparing to make its big-screen debut in Idaho Falls, featuring local actors and crew members.
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It’s the dream to love what you do; it’s an achievement to make a difference in people’s lives every day while doing it. Children’s Librarian Amanda Bowden has become a pillar of community, growth and learning at the Portneuf District Library. Last week, Bowden was honored for her dedication to her work and the Pocatello/Chubbuck community with the Librarian of the Year Award from the Idaho Library Association.
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The well-loved Kirkham AMI Trail is closed starting Tuesday, October 27 through this weekend for important and extensive upgrades. The construction will fully repave the parking lot as well as the mile-long stretch of pathway extending from the trailhead near Upper Ross Park and the Pocatello Animal Shelter.
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Detectives have solved the fifty-two-year-old cold case of 17-year-old Melissa Ann Smith by identifying notorious serial killer Ted Bundy as the murderer through DNA evidence.
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A proposed three-story data center in Mountain Home faces a major obstacle.
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The Wyoming Dept. of Transportation closed Highway 22 around 9:45 a.m. between Wilson and the Idaho State Line.
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The Pocatello Thunder girls soccer team secured the state championship with two consecutive overtime victories, including a golden-goal finish by Ariana Gonzalez.
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“Melaleuca loves to share the wealth with our team members who go the distance with us,” said Melaleuca Executive Chairman Frank VanderSloot.
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With economic pressures front and center in this election, Bree Buckingham and Ben Fuhriman share how they would help families in eastern Idaho deal with rising costs.
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How long would you wait for chicken?
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A 22-year-old Pocatello man was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 93 near Rogerson, Idaho, early Monday morning.
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Eastern Idaho Public Health reports an increase in influenza-like illnesses as residents approach the regional peak in early January. While cold weather indirectly facilitates viral spread by drying nasal passages and increasing indoor contact, officials emphasize prevention through vaccination and hygiene. The agency is currently offering free vaccinations for COVID-19, the flu, and RSV across nine local offices to protect both individuals and the community.
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Walter Koenig, known for his role as Pavel Chekov on the original ‘Star Trek’ series, has died at the age of 90 from old age in North Hollywood.
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The Pocatello-Chubbuck School District board unanimously voted to maintain its current five-day school week and trimester schedule, rejecting proposals to transition to a four-day week or semester system.
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An Ada County judge will privately review data spreadsheets from Boise State University before deciding whether the institution must comply with a lawsuit from the Idaho Family Policy Center seeking access to research related to physician migration under Idaho’s abortion ban.
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Quick action by staff and local firefighters prevented serious damage at Oliver’s Restaurant on Monday morning after a grill fire broke out in the kitchen.
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The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reported that 14-year-old Kaydee Schaeffer was last seen in Pocatello, Idaho, on October 19, 2026.
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A customer who didn’t like their food is facing legal charges and social media blowback after a Pocatello restaurant posted footage of the heated exchange online.
On Thursday, October 22nd, employees of the Mandarin House of Pocatello say a couple returned to the business after picking up a $60 meal. The couple told staff they didn’t like the food and demanded a refund.
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The final week of Idaho high school football concluded with several upsets and ranking changes that finalized the matchups for the state tournament across all six classifications.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)– Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 in Bonneville County Saturday evening. According to Idaho State Police, the crash happened around 6:30 p.m. near milepost 119.5. According to Idaho State Police, a Honda Accord was traveling northbound when it used an emergency crossover in the median to
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The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes announced the passing of Fort Hall Business Council Treasurer Ladd Reed Edmo on Saturday, October 24. The Tribes shared Edmo passed after a courageous battle with cancer on October 22.
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Idaho State University inducted six individuals, including former athletes Chelsea Pickering Hooker and Hailey Breakwell, into its Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday, October 24.
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For the average person, hiking is a hobby or a once-per-year excursion. For local couple Ben Nickell and Anne Koski, it became a 10-year journey with one goal– top all the highest point in all 44 counties of the state of Idaho.
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A major Blackfoot nuclear manufacturing company opened a significant expansion Friday, employing 40-50 new workers.
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Oregon father Kaylub Giamanco reflected on his role in stopping a 16-year-old gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School during an exclusive interview with Oregon Public Broadcasting.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- Public comments are being accepted through Nov. 16 on a joint proposal by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation to increase winter water storage at Ririe Dam and Reservoir. The proposed changes call for retaining an additional 6,000 to 7,500 acre-feet of water during the winter
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Rexburg police are searching for 31-year-old Christina Austin, who has been missing since October 20 and may have traveled by bus toward Montana.
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Extreme Rush Fun Center in Pocatello, Idaho, has temporarily closed for maintenance and internal reorganization, leaving the timing of its reopening uncertain.
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Pocatello Police and the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District reported that threats targeting Irving Middle School were resolved after an investigation determined there was no actual threat to the school.
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By Michelle Krupa, Andi Babineau, CNN Provo, Utah (CNN) — A ruling on the trial date for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk will come next month, a Utah judge declared Friday. Judge Tony Graf said he had intended to issue his ruling Friday but wanted additional time to analyze new “data
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Following nationwide cybersecurity alerts, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is taking precautionary measures to secure its website and online services.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The College of Eastern Idaho is celebrating the history of its nursing program. In preparing to honor its 50th anniversary, archival research revealed they have more to celebrate than previously thought. The program’s origins actually date back to 1970 rather than 1976. A ceremony to honor that history was held Thursday
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“We know how to handle the fuel, we know all the different reactors that have been developed, and, of course, the nuclear Navy would not exist if it wasn’t for Butte County,” Gov. Brad Little said.
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Teton County Sheriff candidate and patrol deputy Eric Snow was placed on paid administrative leave following an arrest involving a driver with a blood alcohol level more than double the legal limit.
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Wyoming Department of Transportation crews are scheduled to install new traffic light poles and perform other infrastructure improvements along Broadway Avenue in downtown Jackson starting Monday, October 26.
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An Idaho Falls couple rebuilt their community little library for the third time after previous versions were vandalized, supported by local residents who provided books, materials, and security assistance.
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)- The Pocatello Police Department held a public town hall at Pocatello City Hall on Wednesday night to present information and address community concerns regarding its use of Flock Safety automatic license plate reader cameras. Following an official presentation outlining how the Police Department utilizes the camera technology, local residents voiced opposing viewpoints
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The final chance to catch fall foliage and watch the bison and other animals roaming this autumn at Yellowstone National Park is approaching quickly.
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At the end of July, Gateway Transitional Care celebrated the grand opening of their Outpatient Therapy Clinic, expanding their reach into the community to outpatient appointments. After three months of service, lead physical therapist Andy Goode said he’s seen significant improvement in patients and even added more equipment to the space.
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“As part of an ongoing review and modernization of CEI’s chemistry program and laboratory chemical inventory, college personnel identified a legacy chemical cylinder that requires specialized handling and disposal,” CEI President Lori Barber explained.
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Kurtis Marvin, 30, of Idaho Falls, was killed Tuesday in a collision between a van and a semi-truck at the intersection of 49th N. and 25th East.
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Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane reminded candidates and groups on Tuesday to comply with campaign finance disclosure laws following complaints about unidentified election-related communications.
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A new affordable housing development planned at the South Park area of Jackson could bring hundreds of homes to a community where housing costs have made it difficult for local workers to live near their jobs.
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A semi-truck collided with a school bus at the intersection of US 26 and State Highway 39 in Blackfoot, Idaho, early Wednesday morning with no students on board.
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As you wake up Wednesday morning, you might notice slightly damp streets and sidewalks: we’re expecting light, spotty rain showers to move through Eastern Idaho early this morning. This will give way to one final day of warmer temperatures and a sunny afternoon, as the second half of this week brings storm mixes into the
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“What’s inspired this is my son, Hayden Chapa. About nine years ago, after he passed away, we decided immediately to start a nonprofit and create unforgettable experiences for kids with special needs,” said Jason Chapa.
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Teton County is helping homeowners better understand wildfire risks and the challenges of finding property insurance by hosting a ‘Lunch and Learn’, in collaboration with Jackson Hole Fire/EMS and the Wyoming Insurance Department.
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Jackson Hole Airport has named Kevin Bumen as its new Chief Executive Officer, starting early December.
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The City of Victor has launched an online straw poll to gather resident input on wastewater service priorities as officials negotiate a long-term agreement with Driggs.
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A Pocatello church is facing thousands of dollars in damage and racist graffiti following a vandalism incident involving destroyed musical instruments and food waste on Monday.
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Comfort Home Care and Visiting Angels are seeking nominations and donations to provide gifts and support to local veterans in Eastern Idaho for the Christmas season.
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Laura Blad, wife of former Pocatello mayor Brian Blad, passed away Sunday following a six-year battle with cancer.
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Bonneville School District trustees approved a resolution requiring teachers to certify their biological sex to comply with Idaho law.
District leaders say the new requirement will ensure compliance with state law governing public school bathroom usage. Multi-occupancy school restrooms must be designated for either males or females and only members of those biological sexes are allowed to enter, as required under Senate Bill 1100, passed in 2023.
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The State of Utah filed a lawsuit against prediction market company Kalshi, alleging that its services constitute illegal gambling that cost residents tens of millions of dollars.
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After intruders broke into a family-owned farm in Franklin County early Saturday morning and released nearly 1,500 mink, farm owner Jeff Hobbs says the majority of the animals have either returned or been recovered with the help of the local community.
“Our family has been farming for four generations, and it is heartbreaking to see animals suffer and die because of these actions,” said Hobbs wife. “But in the middle of such a difficult day, our community showed up for us. Nearly 100 people came together to help rescue these animals, and we are incredibly grateful for the kindness and support we’ve received.”
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A woman was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center on Thursday evening after a deer vs. motorcycle crash in Bonneville County.
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“When I look ahead for five years, my biggest concern is just the price and the monthly payments not going to keep up with … our local wages aren’t going to be able to support that,” said Idaho Central Credit Union Loan Officer Trina Batte.
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A 75-year-old Jefferson County man was killed in a single-car accident on Highway 33 early Monday morning.
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Benjamin Smith caught a record-breaking 31-inch brown trout in the Bear River, setting a new Idaho state record and surpassing Caroline Langdale’s previous mark.
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On Monday, NPS, alongside its official philanthropic partner Yellowstone Forever and Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company Tallgrass, announced the creation of the Conservation and Stewardship Fund.
“More than 120 years ago, President Theodore Roosevelt laid the cornerstone of Yellowstone’s iconic gateway, enshrining the promise that our National Parks exist for the benefit and enjoyment of the American people,” said Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum. “This historic $105 million investment honors that legacy, bringing together the best of American enterprise and conservation to expand access to Yellowstone and inspire the next generation to experience America’s great outdoors. We’re grateful to Blackstone, Tallgrass and Yellowstone Forever for their partnership and extraordinary commitment.”
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Six finalists are vying to become the next music director and conductor for the Idaho Falls Symphony, with guest conductor Shizuo Z. Kuwahara taking the podium as the first candidate to lead the orchestra this season.
Kuwahara—who often goes simply by “Z”—brings a wealth of international experience to Eastern Idaho. His career features performances at the famed Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia, alongside appearances across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America.
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A new student-led food truck is bringing Cajun-inspired cuisine to BYU-Idaho and Rexburg.
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Multiple crashes involving a hit-and-run near Blackfoot and another incident south of Idaho Falls caused significant traffic delays on Interstate 15 on Monday.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Early voting is underway in several Eastern Idaho counties today. The counties participating include Ada, Bingham, Bonneville, Cassia, Elmore, Fremont, Gooding, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, and Oneida. This means that registered voters can visit their county’s election office now to cast their ballots, instead of waiting until Election Day on November
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Hundreds of painted pumpkins and award-winning large pumpkins were on display at McCowin Park for the 15th annual Ammon Pumpkin Walk. For the first time this year, the City of Ammon partnered with Kneaders to host pie-eating competitions.
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Hundreds of people gathered with their signs at the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls, encouraging voters to cast their ballots early.
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The Hillcrest Knights girls soccer team aims to secure its first state championship after winning three consecutive district titles and seeking redemption following a heartbreaking semifinal loss last season.
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For the third year in a row, Synergy Home Care provided seniors in the community with the opportunity to show off their musical and artistic skills at the Senior Talent Show. This year, the show was at the Brickyard Event Center, providing the crowd with a larger space and the performers with a real stage.
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The controversy centers on a project to turn one hundred sixty pristine acres north of the Island Park Cemetery into 32 single family homes on minimum five-acre lots.
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