Estrogen patches, used for hormone replacement therapy to manage menopause symptoms, are facing a national shortage, causing concern for doctors in eastern Idaho as demand for treatment has surged.
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It wasn’t a bird, a plane, or even Superman soaring above students at American Heritage Charter School today. It was a Black Hawk military helicopter touching down as part of the school’s America 250 Birthday Celebration.
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Governor Brad Little’s office says more dangerous illegal alien criminals have been transported out of the country under his Operation No Return, bringing the total number of criminals removed to nearly 100.
“Through Operation No Return, we are making it clear that dangerous criminal illegal aliens who threaten the safety of our communities will not be released back onto Idaho streets. Idaho is tough on crime, and we put the safety of Idaho families first,” Governor Little said.
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For the second election in a row, Kelly Golden is challenging incumbent Stephanie Mickelsen in the contest for Legislative District 32 Seat A.
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After months of renovation, the 100-year-old Westgate Theatre in West Yellowstone, Montana is set to reopen on June 4th, continuing a family tradition of providing family entertainment.
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The City of Pocatello Hearing Examiner has denied the Conditional Use Permit application for an AI Data Center to be built on the former Hoku polysilicon plant site.
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Contract negotiations between Portneuf Health and Regence BlueShield of Idaho have stalled, and if no agreement is reached by June 15, patients with Regence insurance could face significantly higher out-of-pocket costs for non-emergency services. Portneuf Health has blamed “disruptive practices” by Regence for the delay, including delayed and unpaid claims, denials, down-coding, and repeated claim reprocessing. Regence has stated that Portneuf’s parent company, Ardent Health, is demanding “unreasonable” rate increases.
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Following an arrest of a suspected drug dealer that was taken into custody last week in connection with a Sugar City student’s overdose earlier this year, Local News 8 learned about how schools across eastern Idaho are working to prevent drug use among students both on and off campus.
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The San Diego Police Department is at the Islamic Center of San Diego for a reported active shooter, the department said Monday in a post on social media.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation is investing over $750 million to replace eight aging air traffic control towers and Terminal Radar Approach Controls across the country, including the Pocatello Regional Airport, with brand-new, state-of-the-art facilities.
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The City of Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, and the City of Ammon are hosting a regional Street Summit on May 18 to provide drivers with information about the upcoming 2026 summer road construction season.
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Drivers on I-15 will notice a major traffic shift this week as the Idaho Transportation Department enters the next phase of its ongoing interstate expansion project. Starting tonight, May 18th, crews will begin moving northbound traffic into new lanes between the Northgate (Exit 73) and Fort Hall (Exit 80) interchanges.
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The Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspected drug dealer last week in connection to a Sugar City student’s drug overdose earlier this year, ending a multi-month investigation.
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1 in 7 children in the United States has their mental health issues overlooked. The main reason their mental needs are not noticed is because children do not communicate like we do. Instead they use tools, such as toys, games, and art.
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Two EA-18G Growlers collided during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base, forcing a lockdown and cancellation of the event, with all airmen ejecting safely and no major injuries reported.
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The Trio program at Idaho State University works with veterans to ensure they get the resources they need. This Saturday, May 16 was their second annual Veterans and Military Family Resources Fair.
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Idahoans are paying tribute to former Governor, U.S. Senator, and Boise Mayor Dirk Kempthorne, who passed away last month at the age of 74, with a memorial service and procession scheduled for May 16th.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and the Idaho Falls Police Department hosted a National Peace Officer Memorial Day ceremony Friday night. It took place at the Bonneville County Courthouse. It is held every year on May 15th. The service recognized 363 names of those who were killed in the line of
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In one of the closest races in Idaho Falls, firefighter Connor Cook is challenging coach Barbara Ehardt in a race for Legislative District 33 Seat A. Watch our in-depth interviews with both candidates in the article below!
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Teton County Fire and Rescue is urging residents to exercise extreme caution this wildfire season after a group of juveniles lighting fireworks sparked a fast-moving grass fire on the outskirts of Driggs Friday morning.
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Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) is reminding people to trust that mother animals will return to their young and to not interfere with nature by taking baby animals away from their mothers.
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The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to buckle up after a rollover crash injured two people, one of whom was ejected from the vehicle.
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Fire crews are working to contain the lightning-caused Spread Creek Fire in the Jackson area, which is now 5% contained and has consumed around 257 acres. Forest Service officials are asking the public to avoid Hatchet Road and Flagstaff Road.
Continue Reading POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Tonight’s public hearing at City Hall in Pocatello turned tense when attendees interrupted, booed speakers, and were escorted out by Pocatello policemen. The hearing was held for community members to voice their opinions on the proposed AI Data Center, which would be built on the former Hoku polysilicon plant site. Hundreds
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Jilene Burger wants to repeal all property taxes, while Marco Erickson argues he has already supported billions in tax cuts during his tenure. Watch our full, in-depth interviews in the article!
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The Idaho Transportation Department will begin construction of the new Riverton Road Bridge near Blackfoot on May 11, with demolition of the old bridge scheduled for May 18-20. The project was fast-tracked after a tanker truck damaged the old bridge last October, and is expected to be completed by November.
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Economic issues are at the forefront of voters’ minds – helping drive the election between current legislator Erin Bingham, an accountant, and healthcare broker Brian McKellar. Check out our full, in-depth interviews with both candidates in the article below!
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With Tuesday’s primary election fast approaching, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane is aiming to remind and educate voters of the importance of Idaho’s primaries. Speaking to the Idaho Falls City Club on Thursday, it was noted that only about 30% of Idaho’s 2 million residents typically participate in the primary process, which means the entire election is typically up to roughly 600,000 voters.
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The College of Eastern Idaho hosted its first Ag Tech Robotics Challenge, bringing together high school students from Hansen, Aberdeen, and Driggs to compete in a hands-on competition focused on agriculture technology, coding, and problem-solving.
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A helicopter crashed at the Magic Valley Regional Airport in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulting in one person being transported to the hospital with unknown injuries.
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If you’ve been looking for a local place to get wagyu beef and tender steak, you’re in luck. The Camas Restaurant held its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting on May 14, after a year of highly anticipated construction.
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After a tense email exchange between Rep. Ben Fuhriman and Rep. Barbara Ehardt, the high-needs special education bill passed with the support of the House GOP leadership and State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield, providing $5 million to support Idaho’s most vulnerable students.
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By Priscilla Alvarez, Michael Williams, CNN (CNN) — US Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks told CNN Thursday he was stepping down from his post, effective immediately, marking the latest senior immigration official to leave the Department of Homeland Security since Secretary Markwayne Mullin stepped into the top job. In a statement, Banks said he was
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The town of Jackson is warning residents of a phishing scam posing as the Town’s Planning/Building Department or Planning Director, asking for payment for fees.
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Kouri Richins was sentenced to life in prison without parole for fatally poisoning her husband, after her three young sons urged the judge to sentence their mother, voicing fears for their safety if she was ever released.
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Fire crews are battling the Spread Creek Wildfire in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, which has burned an estimated 300 acres.
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The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 27-year-old Kendall Thoren, who was last seen following a single-vehicle accident on May 12th, and search teams are conducting ground and aerial searches in the area.
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Three people were sent to the hospital after a five-vehicle crash on State Highway 34 near Soda Springs during a dust storm.
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The record-breaking high temperatures from earlier this week will take a brief pause as we cool down due to the First Alert Weather on Wednesday. We can expect temperatures to return to the 60s and 70s for the remainder of the workweek, accompanied by calmer winds and drier conditions, wrapping up this unpredictable week in
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Incumbent Ben Fuhriman is facing a challenge by former three-term legislator Julianne Young in a battle for District 30 Seat B with razor-thin margins.
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Special Olympics programs across the country give athletes with various disabilities the opportunity to compete. The Gate City Diamondbacks Special Olympics basketball team was lucky enough to compete against a totally new team: local law enforcement. This year, program coordinator Kathy Walker said all five local law enforcement agencies were in
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Thousands of East Idahoans are without power due to Wednesday’s severe thunderstorm. Rocky Mountain Power says restoration crews are”working hard to restore power” after high winds knocked down power lines across a broad section of the state. Wind gusts around 60 to 70 miles per hour plowed through the area.
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A Blackfoot home sustained severe damage to the garage and smoke and heat damage to the rest of the house after a fire broke out, but all residents escaped safely thanks to a quick-thinking neighbor who alerted them.
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Firearms continue to rank as the leading cause of death for children nationwide. Families should take extra precautions at home by properly storing guns unloaded, locked away and out of children’s reach.
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Thunderstorms can cause distress in pets, leading to anxiety and potentially dangerous behavior. But there are ways to keep them calm!
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North Gem School in Caribou County, Idaho was evacuated and students were dismissed due to an unconfirmed threat, and local law enforcement is investigating.
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“This was a fast-moving fire in a complex area to access, and our crews executed a strong, coordinated response,” said Idaho Falls Fire Chief Johan Olson. “They did an outstanding job stopping the fire before it could impact nearby businesses or cause significant loss. With the unusually dry conditions we’re experiencing, we urge the public to treat current conditions more like mid-summer. Please use extreme caution with anything that could create sparks around dry vegetation.”
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Idaho Falls has replaced its old wooden cross with a new 10-foot bronze cross, costing the parish over $14,000, in hopes of increasing membership and distinguishing the church from others on the same block.
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The Gunfighter Skies Air Show returns to Mountain Home Air Force Base this weekend after eight years, with safety and maintenance crews working hard to ensure a successful and safe event.
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The City of Pocatello is holding a public hearing to address a proposal to build a $2.26 billion AI data center at the site of the former Hoku polysilicon plant, which has sparked concerns from residents about water usage due to the ongoing drought emergency.
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A small green farm stand in Jerome County is giving neighbors a taste of modern homestead life — and it runs entirely on the honor system.
Lydia Harbaugh and her husband Jeff have operated An Enchanted Homestead for the last two years, selling what their family doesn’t use from their working homestead.
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College of Eastern Idaho celebrated its largest graduating class in history with 626 students earning degrees and certificates during the 2025-2026 academic year.
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By Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — Kouri Richins, a Utah mother who wrote a children’s book on grief after her husband’s death, was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison without parole for his murder. Judge Richard Mrazik handed down the life sentence – the most severe penalty Richins faced for her aggravated murder conviction –
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IDHAO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — After bringing home the state championship last season, the Bonneville Bees are buzzing into the postseason with one goal in mind — doing it all over again.
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In an intense political competition, incumbent Rod Furniss is running against former legislator Karey Hanks in the election for Idaho House of Representatives Legislative District 31 Seat B. Check out our full video interviews with each candidate!
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Students at Technical Careers High School will get a firsthand look at the technology and teamwork behind Navy careers today, as the U.S. Navy brought its traveling “Strike Group” mixed-reality experience to students.
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The Community Food Basket in Idaho Falls received a donation of 24 pallets of food from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as part of the America 250 celebration. The donation is expected to help cover needs during the summer months when the absence of school-provided meals puts an additional strain on household budgets.
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Bannock County officials have moved the annual burn ban up to June 1st due to heightened fire conditions, and residents are advised to clear excess fuels from their properties before the ban takes effect.
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A school bus with students was hit from behind in a crash along Highway 26 near 45th East, east of Idaho Falls.
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Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, has confirmed that data stolen in a cyberattack last week has been returned to the company and that no customers will be extorted as a result of the incident.
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Taylor Aughenbaugh, 20, was sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for his role in the 2024 Compass Academy parking lot shooting, after pleading guilty to aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
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AMMON, ID (KIFI) – A heads-up to drivers in Ammon this Tuesday: plan for delays today as crews repair damage left by an earlier water main break. Starting this morning at 7 AM, crews will reduce traffic down to one lane in each direction between San Carlos and Rawson Street while permanent repairs are made.
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After six kratom-related death investigations in 18 months, the Idaho Falls City Council is considering a measure to ban the sale of kratom in city limits.
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Idaho State Police Troopers say a 65-year-old woman from Blackfoot was driving southbound in a Dodge van when she crossed into the other lane and collided with a Peterbilt semi hauling a trailer.
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The 26-foot-long Planters Nutmobile visited Idaho Falls on Monday, drawing a crowd of curious locals and snack enthusiasts, while its drivers handed out samples and shared the history of the uniquely American snack.
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Fred King was saved from an accident that nearly took his life by Jake Allred, who had taken Stop the Bleed classes, which taught him how to use a professional tourniquet to control the bleeding.
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A Saturday evening house fire in Rexburg, Idaho, which sent one resident to the hospital, is being investigated as a potential arson. The Madison Fire Department is urging residents to remain vigilant about fire-related activities as local resources are being stretched thin.
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Kacey Franklin James has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine, LSD, and Psilocybin mushrooms, as well as possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense.
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The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 16-year-old Stetson Reeves, who has been missing since May 9, 2026.
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Five Idaho men, including four from eastern Idaho, were sentenced to a combined total of decades in prison for individual child exploitation charges, stemming from CyberTips and investigations by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
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A hiker was rescued and airlifted to a hospital after being caught in an avalanche near Mount Borah on Sunday, May 10th. In the wake of the incident, the Custer County Sheriff’s Office is reminding people to be prepared when heading into the backcountry.
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Installation of the area’s first traffic signal is underway at the intersection of U.S. 20 and Yale-Kilgore Road in Island Park, Idaho, to improve safety and keep traffic moving.
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Scott Robbins, a student at Idaho State University, tragically lost his life in a kayaking accident on Marsh Creek earlier this month, despite the efforts of his group and emergency responders.
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Kaylee Jade Dahlia Day, held at Franz Witte, highlighted a newly bred flower created in Goncalves’ memory while raising funds and awareness for the Kaylee Goncalves Foundation, also known as ‘Murder Has a Name.’
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls Farmers Market returned Saturday with hundreds of people filling Memorial Drive to shop local food, handmade products and small businesses from across eastern Idaho. The market’s return comes after a week of changes within the organization’s leadership. Vendors and shoppers said they were happy to see the
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Isreal Joel Hughes, 35, is in custody after reports of shots fired Friday night, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
Continue Reading An early morning crash has stalled traffic on I-84 Westbound north of Hagerman. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the crash happened near milepost 156 around 9:36 a.m. Monday morning, May 11.
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Grandma Ramos has been a beloved presence at Mooreland Elementary in Blackfoot for over 15 years, helping students learn and making them feel loved through the Adopt-a-Grandparent program.
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Crews will be working over the weekend at Skyline High School to clean water tanks associated with the school’s air conditioning system.
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Idaho State University and other colleges and universities in Idaho are still dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack that compromised student data and disrupted final exams and grades.
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Get ready for a little extra wild (and a whole lot of cute). Zoo Idaho has welcomed a new cougar kitten, and now the community is invited to help give her a name.
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Fall River Electric is alerting Teton County residents of a planned power outage this Sunday, May 10, from 10:00 p.m. for essential maintenance at the Targhee substation.
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Cameras will be allowed in the high-profile trial of Tyler Robinson, the Utah man accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk, and the preliminary hearing has been delayed until July 6th to allow Robinson’s lawyers more time to examine DNA evidence.
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Governor Brad Little announced that Idaho residents will have free access to state parks this Independence Day to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
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The Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety is partnering with law enforcement agencies across the state for the 2026 Click It or Ticket campaign to educate Idahoans and strictly enforce seat belt laws during one of the year’s busiest travel periods.
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Portneuf Air Rescue has unveiled its new Airbus H-130 helicopter, named Rio, which is equipped with advanced medical technology to quickly transport critically ill or injured patients to care.
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Hundreds of Idaho State University graduates marked their transition to alumni by participating in the traditional “March through the Arch” ceremony, symbolizing their educational journey at the university.
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“Funland has always been a special place for generations of families in Idaho Falls, and this restoration honors that history while creating something ready for the future,” said Idaho Falls Zoo Director David Pennock. “Visitors will see and feel the care that has gone into every detail, from the rides to the Log Hut to the overall experience.”
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The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has reduced the closure area surrounding the tunnel fire in Bear Gulch after crews made progress containing the fire, which is now limited to hot spots inside the tunnel.
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By Adam Cancryn, Sarah Owermohle, Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump has signed off on a plan to oust US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, according to a senior administration official. The decision follows mounting criticism from both Trump aides and outside allies over Makary’s management of the health agency,
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A kayaker lost their life in Marsh Creek, Custer County, after becoming trapped under logs while rafting. The incident triggered a multi-day search and rescue operation to extract the remaining eight members of the rafting party.
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Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, a semi-retired oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is currently aboard a quarantined cruise ship near the Canary Islands after a deadly hantavirus outbreak left three passengers dead and several others seriously ill, and he has been working 18-hour days to help care for the sick.
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An Idaho Falls resident was rushed to the hospital after a house fire Thursday night.
The fire happened around 6:30 at the corner of Homer Avenue and Stanger Drive. According to the Idaho Falls Fire Department, when its crews arrived on the scene, they found flames venting from a back bedroom window
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By Hanna Park, Ramishah Maruf, Emma Tucker, CNN New York (CNN) — A cyberattack shut down an education platform used by universities and K-12 schools across the US Thursday, depriving students and teachers of essential classroom materials — at a time when many are taking or preparing for final exams. Canvas, a popular, cloud-based digital
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And as an added measure of caution, officers from the Idaho Falls police department will be present at compass academy tomorrow morning.
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Thousands of Idaho State University students have lost access to the school’s Canvas system due to a confirmed cybersecurity incident affecting Instructure, the parent company of Canvas.
Continue Reading The entire Idaho Falls Farmers Market Board of Directors has resigned, paving the way for new leadership, following a massive controversy over its former manager.
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Investigators in Yellowstone National Park believe a mother grizzly bear is responsible for mauling two hikers on Monday, May 4, 2026.
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The stage is set for a showdown as the Idaho State Bengals face off against the Sacramento State Hornets in Game 10 of the 2026 Big Sky Softball Championship.
Continue Reading Several thousand southeast Idaho residents could lose in-network access to Portneuf Medical Center, along with their affiliates —Pocatello Health Services, PHS Ambulatory Services, and Portneuf Ambulatory Surgical Center — this June as contract negotiations with Regence BlueShield of Idaho fail to produce an agreement.
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