Kids from Constitution Camp Bring the “Light of Liberty” to Pocatello
The campers in Pocatello at Constitution Camp have been learning about U.S. history all week, participating in hands-on activities like pulling…
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Celebrating Juneteenth: 161 years fighting for freedom
“We fight for progress year by year and day by day, so we just can’t give up on it,” said Marshall Moran…
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City of Idaho Falls encourages water conservation this summer
The City of Idaho Falls is urging residents to reduce water usage this summer in order to conserve 30 million gallons of water, citing drought…
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House fire displaces Pocatello family
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) Pocatello Fire Department crews responded to a structure fire at 746 Hemlock Friday afternoon. According to the Pocatello…
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Volunteers unite to build beds for eastern Idaho children
More than 145 volunteers with The Hall Foundation gathered Thursday in Idaho Falls to build 140 beds for children across Eastern Idaho. The group is…
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End of an Era: Idaho families reflect as Melaleuca Freedom Celebration approaches final year
Many families are reflecting on Fourth of July memories after Melaleuca announced that this year’s Freedom Celebration will be its last. The annual…
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Investigation underway after body found at Civitan Park in Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating a person found dead at Civitan Park Friday…
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Woman killed in high-speed Pocatello crash
The Pocatello Police Department and Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a woman early Friday…
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The Road to Nationals Started at the IF Soccer Complex
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A local soccer team is headed to the national stage.
Idaho Falls Football Club (IFFC) will represent Idaho at the U.S.…
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Idaho teacher preparation programs earn top national marks for reading instruction
Idaho’s teacher preparation programs are receiving national recognition for how they train future elementary school teachers to teach reading.
A…
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Dying to look good? – The toxicity of weight-loss culture
As temperatures rise and summer activities ramp up, many people feel increased pressure to lose weight and achieve a “summer body.” However, health…
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Journey of Hope cyclists to spend night at Idaho Falls YMCA
It’s fun to stay at the YMCA… especially after an 80-mile bike ride.
Cyclists with the Ability Experience’s Journey of Hope are spending the…
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12 Bannock County inmates celebrate a new chapter at ‘Hustle 2.0’ Rehabilitation graduation
Clad in traditional caps and gowns, many for the very first time, 12 inmates at the Bannock County Jail celebrated a major milestone Thursday. The…
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Chain-Reaction Crash on Southbound I-15 sends two to hospital
Two people were hospitalized Thursday morning following a chain-reaction, four-vehicle crash on southbound Interstate 15 near Fort…
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Experts share vehicle submersion safety tips following recent water rescues in Eastern Idaho
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Recent vehicle-related water rescues in Eastern Idaho are serving as an important reminder about the dangers rivers,…
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ISU Robotics Makes History with “Three-Peat” at Skills USA National Competition
Two students from the ISU Robotics Program, Angel Nava and Rudy Ernest, traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for the Skills USA National Championships and…
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Speeding up: Semi trucks in Idaho can travel at 80 miles per hour starting July 1
On July 1, a new law allowing semitrucks to travel the freeway at 80 miles per hour will go into effect in Idaho, despite some trucking companies…
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Old Time Fiddlers return to Mud Lake Museum for 11th year
MUD LAKE, Idaho (KIFI)- The sounds of strings filled up the Mud Lake Museum in Jefferson County Wednesday night. The Old Time Fiddlers came to…
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Local communities honor Juneteenth through music, history and culture
Communities in eastern Idaho are celebrating Juneteenth with events in Idaho Falls and Pocatello to honor the end of slavery and highlight African…
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Pocatello man sent to prison for eastern Idaho poaching operation
Joelseph Jenkins of Pocatello was sentenced to state prison and a lifetime ban from hunting after a multi-jurisdictional investigation into his…
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Wind-driven wildfire closes Highway 46 near Wendell
The Median Fire, a fast-moving wildfire burning northwest of Wendell, Idaho, has grown to over 8,600 acres and has closed State Highway 46, prompting…
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Mother and baby escape serious injury after truck slams into home
A young mother and her 6-month-old baby were unharmed after a pickup truck crashed into their living room, with the driver believed to have been…
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Community Food Basket receives $12,000 donation as food insecurity remains a concern
The Bank of Commerce has donated $12,000 to the Community Food Basket of Idaho Falls to help address food insecurity in eastern Idaho.
“Food…
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Mystery ‘potato-shaped’ figure hovering over Cheyenne Mountain reported in latest UFO files
A mysterious figure described as “potato-shaped” hovering over Colorado Springs is reported in the latest UFO files.
Five U.S. Army service members…
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Madison County man faces felony charge for child injury
Leonardo Santiago Jara Saltos was arrested and charged with felony aggravated battery after police allege he willfully caused injury to his…
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Parma Inferno bull briefly escapes arena, draws reactions from spectators
A bull briefly escaped the arena during a signature competition at this year’s Parma Inferno event Saturday night before being quickly recaptured,…
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An engineer marking his wedding anniversary, service members and Boeing employees among victims of B-52 bomber crash
Eight people, including military service members and government contractors, were killed in a B-52 Stratofortress crash shortly after takeoff from…
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Idaho man receives 30-year sentence in child exploitation case
A Cassia County man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material, according to the Idaho Attorney…
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Wackerli Subaru presents Share the Love Donation to The Food Basket
Wackerli Subaru presented a donation check to The Food Basket of Idaho Falls as part of Subaru’s annual Share the Love…
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Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws
Two Canyon County men say they were targeted, chased, and beaten by a group of men in downtown Caldwell Saturday night — and because of a gap in…
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Federal Judge halts Idaho law enforcing restroom access by biological sex
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of an Idaho law that criminalizes the use of public restrooms and locker…
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Idaho State Police seize 11.6 pounds of meth during highway stop in Twin Falls
Idaho State Police say more than 11 pounds of methamphetamine were seized during a traffic stop in Twin Falls.
According to ISP, a Domestic Highway…
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Fort Hall police identify driver in fatal single-vehicle crash
The driver involved in a fatal Fort Hall single-vehicle crash has been identified as Kennion Martin.
On Saturday, June 13, Martin and a juvenile…
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Constitution Camp celebrates America’s 250th anniversary through U.S. history lessons
The annual Constitution Camp in Pocatello is underway, with almost 100 campers aged 7-12 participating in interactive activities, learning patriotic…
Continue Reading Victim identified, suspect in custody following fatal weekend Fort Hall shooting
Fort Hall Police have identified the victim and suspect involved in a fatal shooting early Sunday morning.
According to the Fort Hall Police…
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Story Time at the Pocatello Animal Shelter kicks off summer animal education
The Pocatello Animal Shelter is expanding their reach in the community this summer by offering story times from 1-2 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.…
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Idaho continues to rank last in nation for pediatricians
Idaho continues to rank last in the nation for pediatricians, creating challenges for families seeking health care for their children.
According to…
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Idaho prepared for potentially challenging fire season
Gov. Brad Little says Idaho is entering what could be a challenging wildfire season, but state officials believe Idaho is better prepared thanks to…
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Idaho Falls teachers ratify new contract for upcoming school year
Teachers for Idaho Falls School District 91 have voted to ratify a new contract, which will take effect on July 1, 2026, and will be presented to the…
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Body of missing man found in Idaho Falls canal near Linden Park Elementary
An unidentified man’s body was retrieved from the Idaho Falls canal near Linden Park Elementary by the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and…
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Arimo Man, 72, Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash South of Pocatello
POWER COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — A 72-year-old Arimo man died late Monday night, June 15th, following a single-vehicle crash south of Pocatello,…
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Portneuf Health out of network for Regence patients
Portneuf Health is officially out of network for Regence BlueShield of Idaho members after negotiations failed to produce a new contract before…
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Judge rules Wyoming abortion ultrasound law unconstitutional
A Wyoming judge has struck down a law requiring women to receive an ultrasound before obtaining medication abortion drugs, ruling the requirement…
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8 crew members believed dead after B-52 bomber crashes at California’s Edwards Air Force Base
Eight crew members are believed to have died in a B-52 bomber crash shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, with emergency crews…
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Teton Valley under Red Flag Warning
Fire officials are urging residents and visitors to use extra caution after a Red Flag Warning was issued for Teton Valley for Tuesday, June 16.…
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Gate City Pride returns as Pride Month celebrations begin across eastern Idaho
Gate City Pride is returning to Pocatello this month with new leadership, a new location and a full day of family-friendly activities.
“This…
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2 dead after BASE jumping incident
Two people died in a BASE jumping incident in Moab, Utah, including experienced tandem BASE jumper Andrew Lewis, who had completed over 4,000 jumps…
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Utah man dies in weekend diving incident at Bear Lake
A 56-year-old man from West Valley City, Utah, died after a diving incident at Bear Lake on Saturday…
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Resurfacing project on Rexburg’s Main Street begins Monday with temporary lane closures
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Drivers in Rexburg should prepare for temporary traffic changes as a major resurfacing project along Main Street – also known…
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Idaho State High School Rodeo Finals wrap up in Pocatello
The Idaho State High School Rodeo Championship Finals took place on Saturday, June 13, with the stands packed at the Bannock County Fairgrounds in…
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“Haircuts with Hearts” at Sport Clips to support local children
Throughout the week of June 14-20, Sports Clips in Idaho Falls is turning every trim into an opportunity to support Camp Hayden and local students in…
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Increased Police Presence at Bear Lake expected during summer season
Idaho State Police are preparing for a busy summer season at Bear Lake. Thousands of visitors travel to the vacation destination and surrounding…
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Idaho State Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Idaho State Police are investigating a motorcycle crash that happened just before noon on Saturday, June 13 on US93 at milepost 225 near Craters of…
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Car Show in Pocatello Fundraises for Senior Activity Center
The Senior Activity Center hosted their annual Oldies Rod and Custom Car Show on June 13, bringing out 85 cars and hundreds of community members.…
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Retro X brings generations of pop culture fans together in Idaho Falls
From Power Rangers and Rainbow Brite to Star Wars and Jem, Retro X is bringing generations of pop culture fans together in Idaho Falls this…
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Idaho Falls YMCA celebrating 175th anniversary
“We are a beacon of hope and connection for members and nonmembers to come together and find a sense of belonging, a sense of connection, and a way…
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Downtown Pocatello construction disrupts traffic, impacts local businesses
If you’ve passed through the historic downtown area of Pocatello recently, you’ve likely run into many road closures, detours, rogue cones and…
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Idaho State Police mobilizing resources to Bear Lake ahead of summer season
The Idaho State Police is increasing resources at Bear Lake ahead of its popular summer season, including additional troopers, off-highway vehicles,…
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Judge to hear alleged gag order violation in Charlie Kirk murder case
A judge is set to hear arguments today over whether prosecutors violated a gag order in the case against the man accused of killing conservative…
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Ashley Wineland Serenades Local News 8
Independent country artist Ashley Wineland pulled her tour bus up to Local News 8 to give viewers a live acoustic performance with just her and her…
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11 people shot, 1 dead as officers continue standoff with suspect after active shooter incident in Texas
Texas police are in a standoff with a suspect after an “active shooter incident” Friday morning, the Midland Police Department said.
“We do…
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Gov. Little joins First Lady Melania Trump to launch foster youth savings initiative
Gov. Brad Little joined First Lady Melania Trump at the White House on Thursday to support a new initiative she launched “Fostering The Future…
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Idaho Free Fishing Day returns Saturday, offering families a chance to fish license-free
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Idahoans and tourists will have a chance to cast a line without purchasing a fishing license this weekend as Idaho Fish…
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Teens rescued after inflatable kayak deflates on Snake River
Two teens were rescued Thursday night after their inflatable kayak deflated on the Snake River.…
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Facebook Back Online After Widespread Morning Outage
Facebook experienced an outage this morning, with over 123,000 reports of issues, but as of 8:21 a.m. the service appears to be working again and…
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Education of the future: Idaho leaders consider ways to modernize public school education formula at CEI
“Our current funding distribution isn’t getting the job done,” said Idaho Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield. “How do we know…
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Idaho Falls realtor accused of grand theft, faces possible 84-year sentence
Spencer Allred of Idaho Falls pleaded not guilty to six counts of felony grand theft, with a possible punishment of up to 84 years in prison and a…
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Retro X brings cosplay, collectibles and nostalgia to Idaho Falls this weekend
Gamers, collectors and cosplay enthusiasts will gather in Idaho Falls this weekend as Retro X4 returns for two days of pop culture, nostalgia and…
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Blackfoot Dog Shows Kick off at Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds
The second-largest event of the year at the Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds is officially underway– the Blackfoot Dog Shows. The Pocatello Kennel…
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‘Many Roots, One Rainbow’: Idaho Falls Pride announces theme and event lineup
“Many roots, One Rainbow” is the theme for Idaho Falls Pride this year, while it begins preparing for celebrations with a number of events set for…
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Idaho education leaders addressing public education funding formula tonight at College of Eastern Idaho
Superintendent Debbie Critchfield and Senator Dave Lent (R-Idaho Falls) invite the public, teachers and education stakeholders to participate in a…
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Surface Water Coalition announces drastic water cuts amid one of the worst water outlooks on record
Idaho farmers are struggling to do more with less as water users across the state grapple with one of the worst water outlooks on record.
In a news…
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Kayaker’s body found on Yellowstone Lake
The body of Brandon Rhea, 41, of Denver, was found floating in Yellowstone Lake on Monday morning, along with his capsized kayak and personal…
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Five children hospitalized after two-vehicle crash in Pocatello
Five children were sent to a local hospital after being struck by two cars that collided in an intersection in Pocatello,…
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Woman rescued from burning Blackfoot trailer; Arson investigation underway
A woman was rescued from a burning trailer home in Blackfoot, Idaho and investigators are now looking into whether the fire was intentionally…
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Idaho DOC releases detailed firing squad execution protocols ahead of July 1 transition
The Idaho Department of Correction has released an updated standard operating procedure detailing how firing squad executions will be carried out,…
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Four sentenced to combined 37 Years in Idaho-Oregon Meth trafficking ring
Four members of a drug trafficking organization operating across state lines in Idaho and Oregon will spend a combined 37 and a half years behind…
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Yellowstone sees record-breaking May visitation as Grand Teton announces major tourism investment
YELLOWSTONE (KIFI) – As the summer travel season ramps up across the West, two of the region’s most popular national parks are already experiencing…
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Longtime environmental activist Idaho Lorax dies at 74
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — Longtime Idaho environmental advocate Carta Reale Sierra, commonly known as the Idaho Lorax, has died at age 74. His…
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Idaho Supreme Court weighs cases at BYU-Idaho
Five justices of the Idaho Supreme Court visited Brigham Young University-Idaho Wednesday to hear oral arguments in three cases from eastern…
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Deputies searching for missing 20-Year-Old Bonneville County Man
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are seeking the public’s help to locate 20-year-old Tayson Paul Thomas, who was last seen on June 7 near…
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Teens smash window, off-duty rescuers perform CPR to save toddler in Fall Creek Crash
A toddler was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center over the weekend after a dramatic rollover crash left the child trapped underwater.…
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Yellowstone Underpass in Idaho Falls to close next week
Drivers in Idaho Falls should prepare for a temporary closure on Yellowstone Highway next week as crews repair drains in the Yellowstone…
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Portneuf Medical’s “Center of Excellence” shows off new Hernia Robot Surgery Technology
June is hernia awareness month, and some surgeons at the Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello are highlighting new technology to ensure each hernia…
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Flock cameras spark debate over public safety and privacy in Southeast Idaho
As Southeast Idaho continues to grow, so do the appearances of Flock cameras. With that, a growing debate is emerging over how much surveillance is…
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Pocatello limits residents to two yard sales per year
Pocatello residents are limited to two yard sales per year under city code, and the city is reminding people of the rules as summer yard sale season…
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Driggs airport reopens with shortened runway for repairs
Pilots flying in and out of Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport will have a shorter runway to work with for the next couple of months due to a ruptured…
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FBI seizes over a dozen websites it says were used by Chinese agents to recruit US officials
By Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — Federal authorities have seized over a dozen websites they say were used by suspected Chinese agents to recruit…
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Bill Gates tells Congress Jeffrey Epstein tried to use information about his infidelities to get close to him
By Annie Grayer, MJ Lee, Andrew Kaczynski, CNN (CNN) — Billionaire Bill Gates told members of the House Oversight Committee that he had no…
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Idaho imposes new animal entry requirements after New World screwworm detection
Idaho is implementing new entry requirements for animals following the detection of New World screwworm in Texas and New Mexico.
The Idaho State…
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Windy Wednesday and cooler temperatures at midweek point
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – We’ll continue to experience a slight cold front push through the area this Wednesday, as gusty winds bring the…
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AG Labrador warns older Idahoans: ‘Hang Up’ on Medicare phone scams
Idaho’s Attorney General has issued a consumer alert warning older Idahoans to be aware of a new scam targeting Medicare…
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Idaho Falls Bandits Host Annual Youth Camp
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Dozens of young baseball players from across eastern Idaho gathered for the Idaho Falls Bandits Youth Camp, where…
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Fire damages home near Driggs
Two pets remain missing after a fire damaged a home west of Driggs.…
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Flowing with the music: Free River Concert Series returns to downtown stage
Twelve local bands will take the stage this summer performing free concerts along the River Walk in downtown Idaho Falls.
Celtic band Teton Skye…
Missing 10-year-old in Madison County is found
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 10-year-old Tyson McLorance, who was last seen leaving his residence…
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Good Samaritan rescues driver after car plunges into Bonneville County Canal
A female driver was rescued by a local hero from a vehicle that slid into a canal near a meat packing plant in Ammon, Idaho on Tuesday, and the road…
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Pocatello Animal Services hosting dog adoption event at Massacre Rocks
People looking to add a new four-legged family member will have a chance to meet adoptable dogs this weekend during a special adoption event at…
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D91 relaunches free summer meal plan
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls School District 91 is once again offering free meals to children this summer through its annual SUN Program,…
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Coroner identifies 70-year-old man found dead along Snake River
Authorities have released the identity of a 70-year-old Bingham County man found dead along the Snake River over the weekend.
Bonneville County…
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