Ammon mayor addresses state of city
Mayor Coletti addressed a major concern in the city—the streets. He says Ammon’s tax levy is so low it makes it impossible to save for street…
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Idaho Falls protestors seek increased punishments for child-sex crimes
Dozens protested in Idaho Falls Friday against judges they believe have given light sentences for sexual misconduct with children and possession of…
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Intermountain Packing pre-trial confrence rescheduled
CEO of Inter-mountain Packing, David Adams, was in court again Thursday after the company was charged by the city of Idaho Falls for creating a…
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‘Chrome in the Dome’ returns to ICCU Dome
Idaho’s premier car show is revving up at Idaho State University. ‘Chrome in the Dome’ returns to the ICCU dome this weekend. The event features over…
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National Sleep Week begins Sunday
Sunday, March 9, marks the start of daylight saving time, and local doctors are pushing more people to make sure they get enough sleep after the…
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ITD seeks community input for Highway 91 widening project in Chubbuck
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is bringing people up to speed on one of their upcoming projects in Chubbuck. ITD is asking for public…
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Legendary rock bands heading to Sho-Ban Casino Hotel this May
FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI) – Legendary rock bands Warrant and Sweet are set to perform at the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel on May 31, 2025. “This…
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Survivors text messages provide chilling evidence in Idaho College Murders
Recently released transcripts of text messages reveal that on the night four Idaho college students were stabbed to death, two of their surviving…
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SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft explodes midflight for a second time
SpaceX launched the eighth integrated test flight of its gargantuan Starship megarocket system Thursday night, aiming to stress-test the spacecraft…
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Forest rangers to conduct perscibed burns south of Downey
Travelers on Highway 91 south of Bannock County may notice smoke in the area this spring. Starting March 10, the Westside Ranger District plans to…
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Train vs semi crash in Madison County – Sheriff’s deputies on scene
SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is responding to the scene of a semi-truck versus train crash near north of Rexburg.…
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Red Cross asks homeowners to check smoke alarms when we spring forward
Since last October, the Red Cross responded to 70 home fires in Idaho. At least five of those fires were in the Idaho Falls-Pocatello area and…
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Brad Compher sentenced to life without parole for murder of Nori Jones
Convicted murderer Brad Compher was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in a decades-old murder case out of Pocatello.…
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Idaho Governor signs $253 million income tax cut
The Idaho Senate passed a projected $253 million tax cut, in addition to exemptions for military pensions and the removal of capital gains on…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes host annual job fair in Fort Hall
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Vocational Rehabilitation Program hosted the ninth annual Job and Resource Fair in Fort Hall on Thursday. The fair…
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New details about Idaho student killings suspect Bryan Kohberger revealed in unsealed court filing
By Rebekah Riess, CNN (CNN) — A recently unsealed defense motion in the capital murder case against Bryan Kohberger offers the most detailed…
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Idaho Senate approves $35 increase for Idaho grocery tax credit
House Bill 231 increases the grocery tax credit from $120 to $155 per person. The bill also removes the increased rate for…
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Biggest indoor RV show in East Idaho comes to Mountain America Center
Bish’s RV, Camping World, and Smith RV are working together to give people a chance to browse and buy any RV-related products they…
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Wrong way driver causes accident on Highway 20
Rexburg Police are investigating a chaotic scene on US Highway 20 Wednesday…
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Controversial execution methods bill moves to the Governor’s desk
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – A bill that would make the firing squad the primary method of execution in Idaho is on its way to Governor Little’s desk. House…
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Southeast Idaho Catholic community marks Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, Catholics and some fellow Christians receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross to mark the first day of Lent, or the 40…
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Fort Hall man sentenced to 5 years in federal prison for armed robbery
A 23-year-old man from Fort Hall has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for robbery. Chief U.S. District Court Judge David Nye sentenced Malik Marin…
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Idaho Farmers weigh in on Trump administration proposed tariffs
In his Tuesday night address to Congress, President Donald Trump pledged the new US trade policy would be “great for the American farmer” and…
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ISU hosts ‘De-Stress Fest’ to help students through midterm exams
Southeast Idaho college students are receiving a much-needed boost as they enter the final days of mid-term exams. Idaho State University’s Student…
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Two in custody following high-speed chase outside of Fort Hall
The chase came to a stop at exit 89 outside of Blackfoot, where the ISP says they were able to spike the driver’s tires in a PIT maneuver. ISP…
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6 Idahoans inducted into the Eastern Idaho Agricuture Hall of Fame
Six pillars of the Idaho agriculture community are being recognized for their extraordinary contributions to agriculture and Eastern Idaho. March 21,…
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Trump administration drops Idaho Abortion lawsuit
The Trump administration is expected to drop a federal lawsuit regarding emergency abortions in Idaho. The move comes after the Biden administration…
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DOGE cuts could pull the plug on several Eastern Idaho federal office leases
Several federal offices in eastern Idaho could be impacted by potential cancellations of federal leases by Elon Musk’s Department of Government…
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Idaho Falls protestors rally against President Trump’s executive orders
A group of protestors gathered along the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon. Protest organizers say they are rallying against the…
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WYDOT nighttime work on the Snake River Bridge continues this Friday night
Jackson, WYOMING (KIFI) – The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will close a lane over the Snake River Bridge on Wyoming State Highway 22…
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ITD provides updates on interstate construction around Pocatello
ITD representatives said their three largest area projects moving into spring include the replacement of interstate bridges near Inkom, the expansion…
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Sweeten your day with Reed’s Dairy’s “Stuff Your Stanley” event – March 12th
A local dairy is inviting people to enjoy a sweet treat next week. Reed’s Dairy is hosting its Second Annual “Stuff Your Stanely” event at all…
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Drug Trafficker living in Teton County sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison
A Mexican national unlawfully living in Teton County, Idaho, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office investigating school threat made by Sandcreek Middle School student
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a social media threat made by a student at Sandcreek Middle School in Ammon Monday…
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Seasonal Reminder: Watercraft traveling to Wyoming must be inspected for invasive speices
Starting in March, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department will resume seasonal operations for aquatic invasive species (AIS) check stations across the…
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Idaho House passes bill, restricting the use of SNAP benefits
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho House passed a bill Monday that will restrict the purchase of junk foods like soda and candy using the Supplemental…
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Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office argument with Zelensky, White House official says
WASHINGTON, (CNN) — President Donald Trump is ordering military aid to Ukraine to be paused after his Friday Oval Office…
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Traffic Alert: I-15 changes near Inkom
The Idaho Transportation Department is sending out a traffic alert for I-15 travelers near Inkom. I-15 traffic will be reduced to single-lane,…
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Hundreds rally in Jackson as part of national “Protect Your Parks Protest”
Town square in Jackson was filled with almost 200 protesters raising their voices to protect national parks, Saturday. This comes as Elon Musk and…
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Wyoming House Bill brings management of otters back to Game and Fish
Wyoming House Bill 0045, which removes otters from protected status, took effect after Gov. Mark Gordon signed the bill into law on Feb. 24. For the…
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Is owning chickens less expensive than buying eggs at the store?
Egg prices continue to rise, and experts do not expect them to decrease anytime soon. This situation raises a question: Would it be more…
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UPDATE: Idaho State Police continue to ask for the public’s help in I-15 murder investigation
UPDATE MARCH 3, 2025 1:55 PM BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is thanking the public after receiving numerous tips and…
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Idaho Falls Zoo taking applications for Junior Zoo Crew
The Junior Zoo Crew offers a specially designed summer educational program for teens aged 14 to 17, according to the city of Idaho Falls. “The…
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Sheriff’s deputies arrest potential Pot Dealer following DUI
“The driver couldn’t provide a reason for the erratic driving, but did hand over a small jar of marijuana,” writes MCSO. “A short time later,…
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Pocatello cemetery staff ask people clear decorations before spring cleaning starts
Cleaning crews will soon begin the annual ‘spring clean-up’ of Mountain View and Restlawn Cemeteries, and they are asking people to pick up graveside…
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Gas prices drop nationwide, but experts are uncertain if the change will last
“Gasoline prices in the U.S. have edged slightly lower over the past week, even as geopolitical tensions intensify, with the Trump administration…
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ISU counselors offering week of activities to help students deal with midterm stress
“Having events where we’re out there, and letting students know that we exist and that there are things that… they can do to help themselves feel…
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Country superstar, Dwight Yoakam, heading to Pocatello this summer
Country legend Dwight Yoakam is set to perform in Pocatello as part of his Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour on Saturday, July 26. Joining him is…
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Brad Paisley to launch summer tour in Idaho Falls on May 21
Country music icon Brad Paisley will kick off his “Truck Still Works World Tour” at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls on May 21, 2025.…
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Local News 8 talks with local filmmaker
The comedy-crime movie is about a young couple turning to petty crime to deal with their financial troubles by starting a thrifting…
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Local Lego store celebrates one-year anniversary
“The turnout was insane. We had a lot of people in here. We had to actually space people out to come in at groups at a…
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Idaho Falls begins major infrastructure upgrades in Poitevin Park
On March 3, contractors with the City of Idaho Falls will begin work to install a new stormwater system and reconstruct streets near Poitevin…
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Local food bank struggles with skyrocketing egg prices
The charity used to pay up to $60 for 30 dozen eggs, but now they would have to pay $200 for the same amount of eggs. That’s more than a triple…
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ISU biologists get large federal grant to continue work studying genetic disorders
Dr. Heather Ray, assistant professor of developmental biology at Idaho State University, and her students received a $415,000 grant from the National…
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Community All-Stars: The Civil Air Patrol saves lives and shapes futures through volunteer work
The Civil Air Patrol is a congressionally chartered and federally funded non-profit organization that helps support the community through service,…
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Area Red Cross offering free diabetes testing with blood donations
The Red Cross of Idaho, Montana, and East Oregon are providing free A1C testing for blood donors to screen for pre-diabetes and diabetes through…
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Rexburg named one of the safest college towns in the nation
Rexburg has been named as one of the safest college towns in the…
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Watch it here: Tense Oval Office argument between Zelensky, Trump and Vance
President Donald Trump’s Oval Office meeting with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky devolved into a shouting match, with the US president…
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City of Idaho Falls to improve waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The City of Idaho Falls has announced an upcoming project to improve the waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition south of…
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Close Call: Rexburg police advise greater caution after teens narrowly avoid car
Police in Rexburg are reminding the community to exercise caution after two teens had a “close call” crossing a rural intersection.
Dashcam video,…
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Young Scientists Shine at Packed Idaho Science & Engineering Fair
The Idaho State University Student Union Building was packed with local high school students to compete in the 2nd annual Idaho Community Science…
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Local martial artist needs your help to represent USA in international tournament
18-year-old Daz Diaz of Fort Hall has been chosen to represent Team USA at the International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA)’s upcoming 2025…
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Developers unveil new plans for land by Pocatello Regional Airport
The Bannock Development Corporation has announced plans for phase one of their upcoming ‘CREST (convention, recreation, entertainment, sports, and…
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Idaho Day Event at the Museum of Idaho – March 5th
The Museum of Idaho, in partnership with members of the former Bonneville County Heritage Association (BCHA), is inviting the public to an Idaho Day…
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Driver identified – Fatal rollover accident outside of Grace, Idaho
A 45-year-old man from Grace, Idaho, has died after a fatal rollover accident in Caribou County. The name of the driver has not been released at this…
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Kids across Idaho rock out with the Idaho Falls Symphony
The engaging concert helps kids learn to love music and show them the orchestra can be enjoyed at any…
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Governor signs HB 93 to create School Choice Tax Credit program
Gov. Brad Little signed HB 93 to create the Parental Tax Credit…
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Salmon River Road travelers be advised – Warming temperatures could lead to rockslides
Forest Rangers with the Salmon Challis National Forest are warning travelers to be cautious while traveling along Salmon River Road #030. As…
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Gov Little celebrates Idaho LAUNCH program success
“The effectiveness of LAUNCH in boosting Idaho’s go-on rate is unmistakable. More importantly, LAUNCH is creating opportunities for many young…
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Rigby High students stage walkout as district cuts AP classes
Students at Rigby High School staged a walkout today to protest Jefferson Joint School District 251’s decision to eliminate advanced and advanced…
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BLM seeks public input on Pipeline Relocation project spanning the Snake River
If approved, Intermountain Gas would be authorized to remove approximately 1,500 feet of the existing pipeline bridge spanning the Snake River and…
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128,000 sq. ft Target store coming to Chubbuck
The Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck will soon house a 128,000 sq. ft Target store. The news comes from Target’s corporate…
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WATCH: Man destroys Local News 8’s fence and takes off
Idaho Falls Police are on the lookout for a man who drove his pickup into a cinderblock fence.…
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9th Annual Job & Resource Fair Sho-Ban Hotel and Casino – All are welcome
The Sho-Ban Tribes Vocational Rehabilitation Program has invited the Southeast Idaho community to their 9th annual Job and Resource Fair. The event…
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D91 students raise nearly 50,000 cans for annual Souper Bowl
Together, students from Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools collected over 46,600 cans of soup and food to support local families in…
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Idaho Innovation Center hosting Luau fundraiser
The Idaho Innovation Center is inviting the people of Southeast Idaho for a night of dinner, fun, and entertainment. The group is holding its annual…
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Defense for Idaho quadruple murder suspect Bryan Kohberger may cite autism to try to strike death penalty option
By Holly Yan and Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Attorneys for the man accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death have nodded…
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Rexburg police quickly resolve situation after “violent indivdual” barricades self with gun
Rexburg Police said they arrested a person who was armed and erratic in a home in the Summerfield…
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Scam Alert – Increased reports of phone scams in Southeast Idaho
The Madison County Sheriff’s office is warning the public of increasingly sophisticated scams involving jury duty summons.
According to a…
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Hillcrest High School cancels classes due to heat outage
“Today, an air compressor that controls the pneumatic HVAC and hot water system at Hillcrest failed,” writes D93 superintendent Scott Woolstenhulme.…
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Idaho hunters now need to pass bear identification test
Anyone registering to hunt black bears in Idaho must show proof that they have passed a bear identification test. The test is to help hunters…
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New Rexburg Police building officially in the works
“Our police department is one of the finest departments in the state, if not in the country,” Merrill told Local News 8. “We feel like they deserve a…
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Idaho House passes breast cancer screening bill
“I bring this bill forward not without heartache,” said Green. “Back in July, just two weeks prior to an embryo transfer to grow my family. I woke up…
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Gov. Little signs minimum fine for marijuana possesion into law
Introduced by Representative Bruce D. Skaug, under House Bill 7, anyone 18 and over convicted for the first time of possession of three ounces or…
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Road Closure – Portions of Hitt Road to close starting Monday
Drivers in Idaho Falls may need to plan an alternate route to avoid construction starting next week. KV Utilities, the contractors for Intermountain…
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Local News 8 Exclusive – Backyard-video captures the final moments before fatal helicopter crash
Local News 8 has obtained exclusive video of the helicopter flying shortly before it crashed in the Ririe reservoir last Thursday. The video, sent to…
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Workshops set for graduating students to apply for LAUNCH grants
The Idaho Department of Labor is offering a workshop to help graduates apply for the LAUNCH career education grants.…
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What we know about the power outage in the Roberts, Menan area
Over 3,800 were without power Tuesday morning in the Roberts and Menan area.…
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Tyhee Elementary School in Pocatello will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday after complications replacing the school’s well…
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“Iconic leader” and “lifelong public servant” – Former Idaho Falls mayor dies at 88
According to Idaho Falls Power, it was Campbell who “directed the Electric Division in 1979 to begin studying the feasibility of building a new…
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Fatal helicopter crash – Surviving passenger released from hospital
According to an Instagram post by social media influencer Jennifer Houghton, @turtlecreeklane, identifies her husband Steve Houghton as the second…
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Teens terrify families through destructive TikTok challenge
Johnson was terrified because he thought someone was trying to break down his door and invade his…
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‘Joann’ to close all 800 stores after new ownership group wins bid
(CNN) — Crafting and fabrics retailer ‘Joann’ is set to close all of its locations. The closures follow the company’s auction sale to a new…
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Idaho CEO resigns after performing “Nazi-salute” at company-wide event
An Idaho CEO has left his position after making offensive Nazi-related-gestures during a company-wide event at the Boise Centre. Engineering…
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Woman is forcefully removed from town hall meeting in Coeur d’Alene
Chaos broke out during a Kootenai County town hall Saturday. Multiple witnesses began recording as a woman was forcefully removed from the Coeur…
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20-year-old Shelley man charged with DUI and injury to a minor
A Shelley man is now in custody after driving under the influence with a juvenile and fleeing from an attempted traffic stop. According to…
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Recycling bins in Bannock County no longer accept plastic
Recycling bins will no longer accept plastic at the Fort Hall Mine Landfill and McCammon Transfer Station.…
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Rexburg holding business competition with cash prizes totaling $10,000 – How to enter
An exciting opportunity for young and experienced entrepreneurs is heading to Rexburg. City leadership is holding a business competition with prizes…
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Your Input Matters: ITD open house March 6 for US-91 improvements
The Idaho Transportation Department is hosting an open house on Thursday, March 6, to share information and gather community input about plans to…
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Community All Stars: Simplot Games volunteer jumps in to help
For 16 years, the roar of the crowd, the pounding of the feet, and the thud of athletes landing in the sand have been the soundtrack to Debbie…
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