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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issues statement on SEC settlement

February 21, 2023 12:02 PM Associated Press

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its investment arm have been fined $5 million for using shell companies to obscure the size of…

The dinner bell rings in Rexburg’s Restaurant Rush Week

February 21, 2023 10:55 AM Braydon Wilson

The week of Monday, Feb. 20 to Saturday, Feb. 25 is a large week for many of the Rexburg dining…

Fatal crash south of Sheridan

February 21, 2023 10:46 AM News Team

The investigation is still…

Parents to teach kids how to drive

February 21, 2023 11:08 AM Kailey Galaviz

Idaho House Bill 133 is proposing to allow parents or guardians the ability to provide driver training for their children rather than taking a…

How gun commerce has changed in Idaho since 2010

February 9, 2023 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker investigated how gun commerce has changed in Idaho since 2010 using data from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and…

Teton Pass remains closed

February 20, 2023 4:13 PM News Team

Teton Pass, WYO 22 from the Idaho State Line to Jackson, is closed in both due to winter conditions and crashes. …

Teton County administrative offices and court facilities closed

February 21, 2023 9:53 AM News Team

Based on the severe weather conditions including snow and blowing snow with winds creating blizzard like conditions, the Teton County Commissioners…

School Closures – February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023 5:13 AM Zach Glancy

We have a school closure for you this…

Coroner identifies deceased after wrong-way driver crash

February 18, 2023 10:49 AM Travis Richards

Next of kin has been…

3 things to know this morning – February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023 7:14 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Don’t abandon your pets, there are other options

February 20, 2023 11:09 AM Kailey Galaviz

Remmi and Baxter are just two of many dogs left abandoned by their owner in Idaho…

Local attorney arrested on drug charges

February 20, 2023 5:57 PM News Team

A former Jefferson County prosecutor has been…

New type of salty ice may exist on extraterrestrial ocean moons

February 20, 2023 3:06 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN The mysterious red streaks crisscrossing the surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa may be the result of a newly discovered…

US 191/189 Hoback Canyon closure Tuesday

February 20, 2023 4:23 PM News Team

he Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon for Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 7:00 a.m for avalanche…

Idaho’s short-term employment growth is expected to continue through 2024

February 20, 2023 2:19 PM News Team

New short-term employment projections from the Idaho Department of Labor show Idaho’s healthy rate of job creation is expected to continue during…

After a brief hiatus, skijoring makes a return to Teton Valley

February 20, 2023 11:23 AM Braydon Wilson

Skijoring is an event where a person on skis is pulled by an animal like a dog or possibly a motor…

Idaho leads the nation in resignation rates

February 20, 2023 11:53 AM News Team

During last year’s tight labor market, many workers across the country decided to call it…

ISU hosts annual JumpStart Competition for high school students

February 20, 2023 11:07 AM News Team

Idaho State University College of Technology hosted the annual JumpStart Competition for high school students on…

Fatality crash on I-86 east of Burley

February 20, 2023 11:08 AM News Team

Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 1:39 p.m. on Feb. 17at eastbound Interstate 86 milepost 10, in Cassia…

Idaho gas prices fall slightly

February 20, 2023 11:10 AM News Team

Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.65/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…

Jimmy Carter to begin receiving home hospice care

February 18, 2023 7:31 PM CNN

Former US President Jimmy Carter will begin receiving hospice care at his home in Georgia, according to a statement from The Carter Center on…

Most popular boy names in the ’00s in Idaho

February 15, 2023 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled the most popular baby names for boys of the 2000s in Idaho using data from the Social Security…

3 things to know this morning – February 20, 2023

February 20, 2023 7:02 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

The oldest All-American Dog Race tradition continues

February 18, 2023 2:39 PM Braydon Wilson

It’s dog sled racing season and many of the mushers in the nearby area are coming to Ashton to compete in the oldest race in the states.…

Ashton Dog Derby leaves an impact that goes beyond the tradition

February 19, 2023 11:18 AM Braydon Wilson

While it took a brief hiatus from the traditional starting place from downtown Ahston in 2023 the traditional starting line returned to large…

Snow showers tonight, blowing snow Sunday

February 18, 2023 4:31 PM Evan Thomason

Stray mountain snow showers will be in the region for Sunday with cloudy skies for most of the…

Increased fentanyl overdose activity in Pocatello

February 19, 2023 3:03 PM Travis Richards

Over the past couple of weeks, Pocatello and the surrounding areas have seen an increase in fentanyl overdoses, according to the Pocatello Police…

Registration open for 16th Annual Bengal Triathlon and Duathlon

February 19, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

All levels of racers are invited to participate and will receive a free sweatshirt, if registered before March…

State of Deer and Elk: Learn how season setting is done and how hunter input is used

February 19, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

With the big game public comment period open until Feb. 22, hunters can provide useful feedback to help Fish and Game wildlife managers make better…

Kiwanis Club of Pocatello donates $2,500 to ISU

February 19, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

A local club is putting its financial support behind STEM education efforts for area…

Snow great for Idaho recreation, economy; housing and staffing challenges remain

February 19, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

But despite high traffic and the boon to the surrounding economy, Idaho’s biggest winter recreation destinations face housing challenges for…

DON’T QUIT! Fitness Campaign launches in Wyoming

February 18, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

The NFGFC will gift a state-of-the-art DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center to three Wyoming elementary/middle schools. …

F&G Southeast Region schedules big game measuring day

February 18, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

It’s time again to see how your latest trophy animal measures…

Tax rebates not taxable; corrected 1099-Gs coming

February 18, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho State Tax Commission has been receiving phone calls asking whether Idaho’s tax rebates are taxable. The answer is no.…

Online scoping questionnaires for spring/summer Chinook salmon seasons available for public input Tuesday

February 18, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

Scoping questionnaires will be available Tuesday, Feb. 21 and close for comment Feb.…

Vandalism at Pocatello East Bench Wildfire Mitigation Project site

February 17, 2023 9:55 AM News Team

On Tuesday, work crews arrived at the Pocatello East Bench Wildfire Mitigation Project site to find one of their machines inoperable.…

106th Ashton Dog Derby kicks off

February 17, 2023 11:40 AM Evan Thomason

Mushers gathered together at the annual Ashton Dog Derby on Friday to race their mushers across the…

Gov. Gordon takes action on 1 bill on Friday

February 17, 2023 4:42 PM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon took action on one bill on Friday.…

Jackson Hole Airport parking lots full before holiday weekend

February 17, 2023 4:42 PM News Team

Jackson Hole Airport parking lots are at capacity before the busy holiday…

3 new State Department of Education Directors announced

February 17, 2023 3:35 PM News Team

Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield welcomed a new Director of Special Education, Director of Content and Curriculum and Director…

Avalanche infrastructure maintenance will cause traffic delays in Hoback Canyon

February 17, 2023 3:34 PM News Team

The work will cause intermediate delays for traffic of up to 15 minutes at a…

Idaho Falls snow removal parking restrictions lifted

February 14, 2023 9:38 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Street Division has completed snow removal operations associated with the recent weather…

2 time Olympic Gold Medalist looks to break world record at Simplot Games

February 17, 2023 11:20 AM Seth Ratliff

As athletes take the field of the 43 Simplot Games, they are rubbing shoulders with world record holders and olympic…

Multiple white-tailed deer shot and left to waste near Potlatch

February 17, 2023 10:32 AM News Team

Officers are seeking information regarding this…

COVID-19 infection offers strong protection against reinfection for about 10 months, study finds

February 17, 2023 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

For at least 10 months after a COVID-19 infection, your immune system can provide good protection against symptomatic illness the next time around, a…

Eligible homeowners can now apply online for property tax relief

February 17, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

You might qualify for some property tax…

Idaho Falls Zoo now taking applications for teen Junior Zoo Crew program

February 17, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Zoo is taking applications for teens wanting an amazing educational experience while giving back to the community on the 2023 Junior…

Crews respond to structure fire

February 17, 2023 10:04 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is on scene at the 1600 block of Kearney Street in Idaho Falls for a structure fire.…

Body of missing snowmobiler recovered

February 15, 2023 5:49 PM Braydon Wilson

Next of kin has been…

School Closures – February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023 5:21 AM Zach Glancy

We have a school closure for you this…

3 things to know this morning – February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023 7:01 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

5 Idaho men indicted for distribution of methamphetamine, fentanyl

February 16, 2023 6:27 PM News Team

A federal grand jury in Boise returned an eight-count indictment on Wednesday, charging five Idaho men with distribution of methamphetamine and…

AARP offers free tax service

February 16, 2023 4:12 PM Seth Ratliff

After a short break due to the pandemic, the local AARP is providing free tax preparation services, and you don’t have to be an AARP member to…

Caldwell hiring event Feb. 23 features multiple job and training opportunities

February 16, 2023 5:00 PM News Team

Several Caldwell area employers are seeking multiple workers at an early spring hiring event Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Idaho Department of…

Interviewing workshop for teens to be held Feb. 22 in Meridian

February 16, 2023 4:59 PM News Team

Participants will learn how to avoid common mistakes, prepare for behavioral-based interview questions and participate in a mock…

Feb. 15 is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

February 16, 2023 3:03 PM Linda Larsen

Wednesday was a special day to remember some of our local…

Testing bridge strength for earthquakes

February 16, 2023 3:04 PM Linda Larsen

One Idaho State University student is trying to figure out ways to make buildings and bridges…

Scooters may be coming to Pocatello

February 16, 2023 3:02 PM Linda Larsen

Scooters may soon be riding along the streets of…

New image of the sun could help unravel solar mysteries

February 16, 2023 11:59 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN A trio of telescopes captured a new view of the sun that reveals the star’s invisible light. Humans can see optical…

WHP troopers locate juveniles shooting road signs

February 16, 2023 12:50 PM News Team

The trooper located a pickup truck in the area where he heard the…

BLM seeks public input on renewable energy strategy in southern Idaho

February 16, 2023 12:47 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management is inviting the public to open house meetings that will outline the process for a strategic, landscape-scale approach…

IFPD receives $110,000 grant for jiu jitsu training, other programs

February 16, 2023 11:12 AM News Team

The GIFPF Board has allocated the $110,000 to specific programs and needs within the Idaho Falls Police Department in accordance with this…

Megacluster of galaxies reveals its secrets in new Webb telescope image

February 15, 2023 12:22 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN The James Webb Space Telescope just peered into a celestial Pandora’s box to see what lies beyond a megacluster of…

Gordon’s first bill signing advances mental health care in Wyoming

February 16, 2023 10:26 AM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon signed the first bills of the 2023 Legislative session during a public signing ceremony at the Capitol…

Gov. Little to visit with high schoolers about proposed Launch workforce training program

February 16, 2023 10:13 AM Evan Thomason

Governor Brad Little will visit with high school students in Kuna, Twin Falls, and Rigby Thursday to reinforce the benefits of the proposed Launch…

Prosecutor: Officer’s actions justified in Eagles Lodge officer-involved shooting

February 16, 2023 10:08 AM News Team

Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal has determined the officer’s actions during the officer involved shooting at the Eagles Lodge in…

Risch: The CCP balloon invasion of US deserves President Biden’s attention

February 16, 2023 9:54 AM News Team

U.S. Senator for Idaho Jim Risch says President Biden needs to speak to the American people about the Chinese spy balloon and the other three…

Free dog coats and sweaters for pet owners

February 16, 2023 9:46 AM Seth Ratliff

As cold temperatures stick around awhile, the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls is helping keep your pets…

Wind Chill Warning until 10am

February 16, 2023 6:05 AM Jeff Roper

Sub-zero temps this morning and high pressure on top keep cold air from last system in lockdown making for dangerously cold temps and wind chills -20…

3 things to know this morning – February 16, 2023

February 16, 2023 7:03 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Small plane makes emergency landing on Bonneville County Road

February 15, 2023 8:14 PM Todd Kunz

Two people are safe after a small Piper PA-28-180 plane made an emergency landing on Lincoln Road in Bonneville County Wednesday evening just before…

Nampa man sentenced to 10 years for federal gun crime

February 15, 2023 5:23 PM News Team

A 29-year-old Nampa man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, the maximum allowable sentence, for unlawful possession of a firearm, U.S.…

Bingham County gets new 911 software

February 15, 2023 5:23 PM Linda Larsen

People living in Bingham County now have a new way to get help in an…

Local jail expansion fully funded

February 15, 2023 5:12 PM Seth Ratliff

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is preparing to expand the county jail, and the planned project is already fully…

Why egg prices are starting to decline

February 15, 2023 1:55 AM Kailey Galaviz

After months of skyrocketed grocery egg prices, shoppers are finally starting to see…

Magical moments contest winners announced

February 15, 2023 12:53 PM News Team

Portneuf Medical Center announced the magical moments contest winners Wednesday.…

Volunteer applications at Idaho Falls Zoo close on Thursday

February 15, 2023 12:27 PM News Team

Idaho Falls Zoo’s 2023 season is just around the corner, and volunteers are needed to continue to make it the best little zoo in the West.…

COVID-19 UPDATES: 962 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

February 15, 2023 4:44 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 962 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths in the last…

Police investigate 3 vehicle collision in Bannock County

February 15, 2023 10:46 AM News Team

The Idaho State Police are investigating a three-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:06 p.m. Tuesday on Interstate 15 southbound at…

FDA considers making Narcan opioid overdose antidote available without prescription

February 15, 2023 5:48 AM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration will meet Wednesday to discuss whether a nasal spray version of the opioid…

Gov. Gordon to sign first bills of 2023 Legislative Session

February 15, 2023 9:46 AM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon will hold a formal bill signing ceremony…

Idaho Falls Power accepting applications for the ICUA Youth Rally Scholarships

February 15, 2023 9:46 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Power is accepting scholarship applications and supporting aspiring…

School closures – February 15, 2023

February 14, 2023 9:18 PM Joel Killam

We have some road and school closures this…

Judge refuses to dismiss Lori Vallow-Daybell’s murder case

February 14, 2023 4:28 PM News Team

A judge is refusing to dismiss Lori Vallow-Daybell’s murder case based on the lack of a speedy…

Gabby Petito’s family attorney wants the letter he says Brian Laundrie’s mom wrote him offering to bury a body, with inscription ‘burn after reading’

February 14, 2023 2:48 PM CNN Newsource

Brian Laundrie’s mother wrote a letter to her son that included references to getting a shovel and burying a body, an attorney representing the…

INL delayed this morning – February 15, 2023

February 15, 2023 6:07 AM Zach Glancy

Idaho National Laboratory is delaying operations today until 11 a.m. due to severe…

3 things to know this morning – February 15, 2023

February 15, 2023 7:04 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

“Oh, I love this” – Seniors get Valentine’s Day surprise

February 14, 2023 4:03 PM Kailey Galaviz

JustServe delivered 1,400 flowers donated from local businesses and 9,340 handmade cards from the community to local…

Idaho Falls man sentenced to 15 years for attempted methamphetamine distribution

February 14, 2023 4:09 PM News Team

A 33-year-old Idaho Falls man was sentenced to federal prison for attempted possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney…

Idaho House passes ban on gender-affirming medical care

February 14, 2023 4:34 PM Associated Press

The Idaho House has passed a bill that would send healthcare providers to prison if they offer gender-affirming care to transgender…

Simpson secures funds for McCammon Fire Station

February 14, 2023 2:57 PM News Team

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of the McCammon Fire Station Project in the FY23 Omnibus package Tuesday was signed into law…

Risk of developing diabetes after COVID-19 continued in Omicron period, study says

February 14, 2023 12:20 PM CNN Newsource

People who’ve had COVID-19 have a higher risk of developing diabetes, and that link seems to have persisted into the Omicron era, a new study…

Harsh winter impacts local florists on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2023 11:59 AM Braydon Wilson

This winter has given us lots of snow, and while it can mean lots of fun in the snow, it has impacted local florists in their preparations for…

Local coroner appointed second VP of ISAAC

February 14, 2023 11:32 AM Linda Larsen

One of our local coroners has been appointed as the second vice president of the Idaho State Association of County…

8 ways to love your car battery and keep the spark alive

February 14, 2023 11:08 AM News Team

With frigid temperatures making your car battery work extra hard this winter, AAA offers these tips to show it some…

Contractor to replace fencing burned in Badger Fire

February 14, 2023 11:03 AM News Team

Forest Service contracting officials have named L & I Fence Construction, of Winnemuca, Nevada, the recipient of a contract to replace fencing on the…