Pocatello Police arrest 2 in connection with church vandalism
The Pocatello Police Department Street Crimes Unit on Thursday located and arrested two suspects.
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Winter weather and hazardous driving conditions expected in Yellowstone
Due to expected winter weather and hazardous driving conditions in Yellowstone National Park over the next few days, visitors should anticipate temporary road closures and driving delays.
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Pocatello police determine incident was not attempted abduction
Pocatello Police are looking for a suspect who may have been involved with a possible juvenile abduction.
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Teton students need help to race to the moon
Some local elementary students are racing to the moon. About 130 students at Teton Elementary School biked, walked, or used scooters to earn miles to reach the moon Thursday.
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Methamphetamine distributor sentenced to 7 years in prison
A 43-year-old of Boise was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison for distributing large quantities of methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced.
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Fuel spill quickly contained
The Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department were dispatched to a fuel spill located at the 1500 block of E 17th Street.
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Man sentenced for involvement in Sandpoint teen’s death
A 23-year-old of Cusick, Washington was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for distribution of fentanyl resulting in serious bodily injury and death, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit.
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Hubble shows view of ‘unexpected’ twin tail created by NASA spacecraft slamming into asteroid
By Jackie Wattles, CNN The Hubble Space Telescope captured a new snapshot of the asteroid that NASA recently slammed with a spacecraft in an attempt to knock it off course, and the image reveals the clearest look yet at some unexpected results from the mission — a twin tail of dust trailing behind the asteroid
Continue Reading COVID-19 vaccines will be on the 2023 vaccine schedule, but that doesn’t mean they’re required in schools
COVID-19 vaccines will be part of recommended immunization schedules in 2023 for both children and adults, after a unanimous vote by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s independent Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
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Spring Gulch Road open after gas leak
Jackson Hole Fire/EMS and the Teton County Sheriff’s Office has closed Spring Gulch Road due to a gas leak.
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Idaho Falls city government comes to elementary students
Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper met with third graders Thursday at Edgewood Elementary School.
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Closed burning season ends for most of Idaho
“Closed fire season” which is otherwise known as the five months of the year that burn permits are legally required in Idaho ends Thursday, October 20, for most of the state. Burn
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Scouting for Food food drive to be held this weekend
You are invited to participate in the annual “Scouting for Food” community food drive Saturday, October 22.
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WDE, PTSB sign teacher apprenticeship standards
WDE will begin conversations with interested school districts statewide in the fall of 2023 for apprentices who will be applying for the spring of 2024 school year.
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Idaho COVID-19 Fraud Task Force launched
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the formation of the District of Idaho’s COVID‑19 Fraud Task Force and highlighted the District of Idaho’s ongoing efforts to combat pandemic‑related fraud.
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Idaho Falls Zoo extending season into November
The Idaho Falls Zoo is extending its regular season into November to give visitors more chances to enjoy the best little zoo in the west.
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3 vehicle injury crash on I-84
Idaho State Police is investigating a three-vehicle crash that occurred on Wednesday at 8:53 p.m. on Interstate 84 at mile marker 163, in Jerome County.
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Prescribed fire operations on Pine Creek Pass delayed
These projects will reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildlife habitat.
Continue Reading An ‘unprecedented’ rise in respiratory viruses in children is overwhelming some hospitals
By Chris Boyette and Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN A surge in respiratory illnesses among children is beginning to put a strain on hospitals. In particular, hospitals are seeing a rise in cases of respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, a common cold virus that can be associated with severe disease in young children and older adults. Cases
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Gordon’s leadership on wildlife migration results in partnership with USDA and funds for private landowners supporting conservation
Governor Mark Gordon’s leadership in protecting private agricultural lands and migratory big game populations was recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) with the signing of the Wyoming Wildlife Habitat Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
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An Old Fashioned Harvest Festival to save historical park
The North Bingham County Historical Park in Shelley, lost access to water last spring. Now volunteers are holding “An Old-Fashioned Harvest Festival” to help save the park from further destruction in 2023.
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Bull moose removed from neighborhood in American Falls
A large moose has been relocated after it was found wandering around an American Falls neighborhood Tuesday.
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ISU’s fall enrollment continues improving trend
Idaho State University saw an increase in both enrollment and student retention for the Fall 2022 semester.
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Be on guard this open enrollment period
Open enrollment for health insurance is here, and while you may need to adjust your plan or keep things the same, it is important to be on guard for those who wish to take advantage of this time of year.
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Boo at the Zoo starts Thursday
The little ghost and goblins are getting ready to visit the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park.
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How to avoid current frauds and scams
The Federal Trade Commission and AARP of Idaho are reaching out to Idahoans to prevent fraud before the Holidays.
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 726 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 726 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths Wednesday
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Idaho adds another easement to protect working timberlands
Idaho Gov. Brad Little and other statewide elected officials have approved a northern Idaho conservation easement as part of a program that has protected from development about 156 square miles of private timberland.
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Public meeting on South St. Anthony Interchange set Wednesday
An interchange at Exit 344 south of St. Anthony has been in the ITD’s plans since the early 1980s when US20 was constructed in its current location and configuration.
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2 Idaho Falls City Council members appointed to statewide advisory councils
Two Idaho Falls City Council members have been appointed to two statewide councils that give representation for Eastern Idaho in important policy areas.
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Pocatello CDBG Program helps fund community projects
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program helps support community development and expand economic opportunities for Pocatello residents who earn below the area median income.
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Surveys: Parent and staff satisfaction is up, students in grades 3 through 8 are more engaged
The latest State Department of Education survey results show the satisfaction levels of Idaho parents has increased since 2021, as has the level of engagement for students in grades 3 through 8.
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Gordon’s Gas and Diesel Working Group report offers ideas for reducing pump prices
Record-level inflation over the last year has hurt many hard-working Wyoming families, forcing difficult financial decisions.
Continue Reading Liz Cheney says January 6 committee will issue Trump subpoena ‘shortly’
By Annie Grayer, CNN GOP Rep. Liz Cheney said the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol will issue a subpoena to former President Donald Trump “shortly” to seek his testimony under oath as well as documents. Speaking at the Harvard Institute of Politics Tuesday, the committee’s vice chair
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Big Game hunters – know the rules for motorized travel in some big game hunting units
It’s a hunters’ responsibility to know and understand the motorized hunting rule when hunting big game in certain game management units.
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Idaho Supreme Court won’t weigh legality of child marriage
A legal loophole in Idaho that allows parents of teens to nullify child custody agreements by arranging child marriages will remain in effect, under a ruling from the state Supreme Court on Tuesday.
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College wrestler saves teammate from grizzly bear mauling
A college wrestler from a small Wyoming school helped his teammate survive a grizzly mauling over the weekend by trying to wrestle the massive bear off his friend, eventually drawing a more brutal attack to himself.
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What to do with your leaves this fall
Idaho Falls residents will once again receive help with leaf collection beginning Monday, Oct. 24.
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Boise man sentenced to 30 years for producing child pornography
A 29-year-old of Boise was sentenced to 360 months in federal prison for producing child pornography, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced.
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Telephone town hall on fraud and consumer protection Wednesday
Chuck Harwood will speak to Idahoans about current trends regarding fraud and identity theft and how to avoid becoming the next victim of a costly scam.
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Green fuelwood available with permit
Free personal-use firewood gathering, on Salmon-Challis National Forest system lands, up to four cords, is available for the 2022 calendar year.
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Final time Gabby Petito was seen alive
Newly-released surveillance video shows Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie in what investigators believe was just hours before she was killed.
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Local law enforcement reminds us to be respectful as elections approach
Midterm elections are approaching, and many people choose to place political signs in their yards to voice their support for a candidate.
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Online resource helps with information on political candidates
The League of Women Voters in Pocatello are encouraging local voters to go to www.VOTE411.org, an online election information site.
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Waterfowl season opens Wednesday for most of Southwest Idaho
Duck hunters in Southwest Idaho are reminded the 2022-2023 waterfowl season opens Wednesday, Oct. 19, excluding Valley County, where the season has been open since Oct. 1.
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Elk hunters should find plenty of elk in most of the state
Elk herds continue to thrive in Idaho, and hunters are reaping the benefits.
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F&G receives multiple reports of mountain lion in Boise
An enforcement officer responded to the area on Monday afternoon to investigate.
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Grand Teton boat permits to increase
Boaters in Grand Teton National Park will see an increase in the cost of an annual park boat permit to $25 for non-motorized boats and $75 for motorized boats starting in February.
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Fall prescribed fire planned near Grouse Peak
The South Zone of the Salmon-Challis National Forest may implement a prescribed burning project this fall on the Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District.
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Idaho Falls seeks applicants for the Planning and Zoning Commission
The City of Idaho Falls is seeking applicants to serve the community by joining the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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Aerial spraying for invasive weeks wraps up early
Aerial spraying contractors wrapped up operations on the North Fork Ranger District Saturday after applying herbicides on all units contracted for treatment this year.
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Jazz GM Zanik to continue rebuild, signs multiyear deal
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah Jazz have signed general manager Justin Zanik to a multiyear deal as he continues the franchise’s roster makeover. Zanik just finished a busy offseason after dealing All-Stars Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell and breaking up the nucleus of a roster that had been to the playoffs in each
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Bingham County officials call for coroner to resign
Another shake-up in Bingham County government as the newly appointed coroner is being asked to resign.
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Salmon-Challis National Forest has 2 new fires
The Salmon-Challis National Forest has had two new fires in the last week. To date, there have been 51 wildfires reported on the Salmon-Challis National Forest. 45 of those reported fires are out.
Continue Reading Formula shortage has improved in the US but still poses challenges for many
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN Despite improving stock rates, many families with new babies in the United States are still having trouble finding baby formula. Data from market research firm IRI shows that the share of powdered baby formula products that are out of stock in the US has nearly been cut in half over the
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Old Dominion coming to Idaho Falls
Old Dominion will be making a stop at Hero Arena inside the new Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls for a show on Thursday, February 23, 2023.
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Pocatello system interchange construction in full swing
The Idaho Transportation Department’s rebuild of the System Interchange for I-86 and I-15 at Pocatello is in full swing with crews working multiple areas throughout the worksite.
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Grizzly bear attacks, injures antler hunters in Wyoming
A grizzly bear attacked and injured two men who apparently surprised the bruin while they were recreating in the Shoshone National Forest in northwestern Wyoming, state wildlife officials said Monday.
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Mule deer doe found shot and left to waste in southeast Idaho
Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information regarding an adult mule deer doe that was shot and left to waste in southeast Idaho.
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Vehicle found submerged in water
Jefferson County emergency responders are still trying to locate the owner of the vehicle and determine they are safe and accounted for.
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Wanted man arrested for vehicle burglaries
A 43-year-old Bonneville County man has been arrested for vehicle burglaries.
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Idaho Falls establishes parks curfew, places limits on shelter usage
Parks in Idaho Falls are now closed between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. to promote public safety, reduce vandalism and ensure a better quality of life for residents.
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Multi-vehicle crash north of Jerome claims 1
Idaho State Police is investigating a multi-vehicle crash on US93 at milepost 66, north of Jerome.
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Idaho tax collections fall short, but budget surplus remains
Idaho revenue from tax collections was $50 million below expectations for the first three months of the current fiscal year, but the state still has a $1.5 billion budget surplus, officials said Monday.
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Yellowstone September 2022 visitation statistics
Yellowstone National Park hosted 567,587 recreation visits in September 2022.
Continue Reading Long COVID and smell: How to get the treatment you need
It’s been months since your ability to taste and smell disappeared after a COVID-19 infection. You’ve tried to schedule an appointment with a specialist — if you were able to find one — only to discover waiting lists of six months or longer.
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Hunters can help prevent poaching incidents while searching for trophy
As hunting season continues to draw outdoorsmen out from all over looking for the different animals drawing them out, the risk of poaching rises.
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Rankin Motel listed in the National Register of Historic Places
The Rankin Auto Court near the city of Ashton was recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Motorcyclist killed in crash
Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 6:55 p.m., on Saturday on SH25 near mile marker 54, east of Rupert.
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Idaho gas prices dip
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 3.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.36/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.
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Idaho has 55 districts with slow internet – here are the 10 slowest
Stacker investigated school districts with slow internet in Idaho using data from Connect K-12.
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Teton County, Wyo. to test emergency warning sirens on Tuesday
Teton County Emergency Management will be testing outdoor warning sirens on Tuesday, Oct. 18.
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Officials to discuss RIDE Initiative and Profile of a Graduate
Governor Mark Gordon’s Reimagining and Innovating the Delivery of Education (RIDE) Advisory Group and the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet jointly on Oct. 21, 2022.
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Tradition finding its way into a new era
IFI)- The conference room at the Residence Inn in Idaho Falls became the back drop for the Wet Shave expo. The expo returned to Idaho Falls after a successful event last year and brought out vendors from Canada to all over the United States, to help spread interest in the hobby and educate those unfamiliar with the hobby all about it.
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IRS: Don’t miss this important Oct. 17 tax extension deadline
The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2021 tax return to do so by Monday, Oct. 17.
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DEQ preparing draft 401 water quality certification for County Line Hydroelectric Facility
The proposed facility would be located on the Snake River in Jefferson and Bonneville counties.
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Idaho Museum of Natural History to host Fossil Fest
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.
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ISU College of Business introduces new research seminar series
The presentation is open to faculty, students and the community.
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Ecologists studying ways to improve vegetation along Idaho’s roads and highways
Ecologists at Idaho State University are looking to turn the Gem State’s roadsides into veritable swiss army knives of vegetation.
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Rigby embraces the Christmas spirit early
The 75th annual Toys for Tots toy drive is running once again, and the city of Rigby has embraced the spirit of Giving by kicking off the second week of the toy drive with a celebratory parade.
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Community Food Basket Food Drive nearing its goal
The drive will continue throughout the end of October.
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Ok”tuber”fest brings community out to celebrate another successful harvest
As the farmer’s fields turn over after the harvest, the City of Rexburg invited everyone out to celebrate the harvest.
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Idaho now open for Bitcoin business
Idaho now open for Bitcoin business.
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Deputies report runaway 16-year-old girl found safe
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a 16-year-old.
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More people now eligible to give blood with the Red Cross
More blood donors – especially type O donors – are urged to donate now to prevent disruptions to essential medical care this fall.
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WDE released ACT results for 2022 graduating class
Wyoming’s graduating class of 2022 had an average composite score of 19.2 on the ACT according to The Condition of College & Career Readiness 2022.
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2022 Governor’s Awards in the Arts announced
Awardees are Idaho residents who have made significant contributions to the cultural life of Idaho and to the arts, through their creative accomplishments or distinguished service.
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One community: Road scholars, dual credit and a family of Bengals
Just five years from its inception, Idaho State University’s Road Scholarship program is already making a difference in the lives of local families.
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Idaho Falls Fire Department is hiring
The Idaho Falls Fire Department is hiring 12 full-time firefighters.
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ISU professor’s research details “Microbial Conveyor Belt” beneath Atlantic Ocean
The intersection of biology and geology is the subject of a new publication by an Idaho State University professor.
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Kroger seeks to create grocery giant in $20B Albertsons bid
By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Business Writer Two of the nation’s largest grocers have agreed to merge in a deal they say would help them better compete with Walmart, Amazon and other major companies that have stepped into the grocery business. Kroger on Friday bid $20 billion for Albertsons, or $34.10 per share. Kroger will also
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Small plane crash east of Laramie
On Friday around 2:40 p.m., Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers were notified of a plane crash in the area of milepost 324 on Interstate 80.
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Buy Christmas tree permits online
Even though Christmas is more than two months away, now is the time to make plans to find that perfect Christmas tree.
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FDA authorizes, CDC recommends bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger age groups
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the use of the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 Bivalent Vaccines for younger age groups.
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 354 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 354 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths Friday.
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Snake River School District holds active shooter training
Friday, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management team held an active shooter simulation at Snake River high school. With active shooter events on the rise, emergency management, and law enforcement officials, are finding new ways to effectively and safely train teachers on how to respond.
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Friday is the pre-registration deadline to vote in Idaho
Friday is the last day to pre-register for the upcoming November election.
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Chester Dam is a marvel to behold for Fremont County
About 5 miles north of St. Anthony, Fall River Electric created the Chester Dam to store and create hydroelectric power.
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Open enrollment for 2023 Health Insurance begins Saturday
Idahoans can now determine their tax credit and shop for a plan within minutes.
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Former Wyoming man gets 30 days for role in Capitol breach
A former Wyoming man who climbed through a broken window at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection has been sentenced to 30 days in jail and ordered to pay $1,500 in fines and restitution.
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