Piping on St. Patrick’s: Idaho Falls Fire Pipes and Drums herald in holiday
“It takes a lot of air to go through there, so we usually play a song, take a break, harass and joke with each other and, you know, just have a good…
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Idaho Falls weighs new alcohol server training rules, businesses raise burden concerns
A proposed Idaho Falls ordinance would require alcohol servers and security staff to complete a new “Approved Server Training Program,” but at…
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Menan man injured in Tuesday morning rollover on Highway 33
A 43-year-old Menan man is recovering this afternoon after being injured in a rollover crash along State Highway 33 Tuesday morning, March…
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City of Roberts lifts drinking water advisory
The City of Roberts has officially lifted its drinking water advisory today, after laboratory testing confirmed the water supply is safe to…
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Bonneville County Prosecutor Randy Neal announces bid for District Judge
Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal has officially thrown his hat into the ring for District Judge in Idaho’s Seventh Judicial…
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Driver killed in rollover crash after striking elk on U.S. 33
An early morning accident on U.S. 33 turned deadly Tuesday after a driver struck an elk and was thrown from the vehicle.
According to Teton County…
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Idaho AG: Idaho Falls teacher charged with child sexual exploitation following ICAC investigation
A 34-year-old Idaho Falls school teacher is facing multiple felony charges after an investigation by the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children unit.…
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Gov. Little signs sweeping budget cuts as Democrats blast ‘self-inflicted’ revenue shortfall
Governor Brad Little signed the 2026 Budget Rescissions Act into law late Monday night without fanfare, narrowly beating a deadline to approve the…
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Bill requiring Idaho law enforcement to apply for ICE partnerships held in Senate committee
A bill that would have required local law enforcement agencies across Idaho to seek cooperation agreements with federal immigration officials is no…
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‘Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation’: Trump-appointed intelligence official resigns over Iran war
CNN By Zachary Cohen, CNN (CNN) — A senior US intelligence official appointed by President Donald Trump abruptly announced he is stepping down…
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Seasonal book sales return to Marshall Public Library
The Friends of the Marshall Public Library are celebrating 30 years by bringing back seasonal book sales.
“From sci-fi to historical fiction to…
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Pocatello man charged after alleged bomb threat at local bar
A local man faces a new felony charge after allegedly claiming to have a bomb during a weekend altercation at the Bourbon Barrel Bar.
Bret Kynaston…
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St. Patty’s Day the North Hi-Way Cafe way
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – In a tradition that has gone on for decades, the North Hi-Way Cafe in Idaho Falls continues to bring the flavor of Ireland…
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Flyers face hourslong lines as TSA agents quit amid first weekend without full pay
One month into the partial government shutdown, hundreds of Transportation Security Administration workers going without full pay have quit, while…
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Serving up school lunch success: Potandon Produce pays it forward at Dora Erickson Elementary
Potandon Produce pays off school lunch balance at one elementary school – and challenges others to do the…
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“We are sorry”; Teton County settles lawsuit over wrongly charged $25,000 housing fee
Teton County has issued a rare apology and a nearly $30,000 refund to a Jackson couple after admitting it “incorrectly calculated” an affordable…
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Utah jury finds Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband
Closing arguments began Monday in the high-profile murder trial of Kouri Richins, the Utah mother accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric…
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Local 12-year-old battling brain cancer receives encouraging scan results, leads national art contest
Painter Bob Ross once said, “You need the dark in order to show the light.” For 12-year-old Caellum Hebdon, who is battling brain cancer, that…
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Man in mental health crisis detained after entering car with child inside in museum parking lot
The Idaho Falls Police Department is responding to a local woman’s harrowing Facebook post regarding a weekend incident involving a man attempting…
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Coroner identifys 31-year-old killed in motorcycle crash on I-15
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in coordination with the Idaho State Police ISP, has released the identity of the man killed in a motorcycle…
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25 Volunteers brave slick conditions to rescue injured skier
A 28-year-old skier is recovering after a grueling three-and-a-half-hour rescue operation on Taylor Mountain this past Friday.
The incident took…
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‘The Homerun Project’ seeks to help with housing crisis by renovating a home for giveaway
At a time when owning a home seems out of reach for many, a group of friends is trying to make the American dream possible.
Sky Evans, along with…
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Sweeping expansion of bathroom restrictions based on biological sex heads to Idaho Senate
A bill to criminalize violations of Idaho’s bathroom law is headed to the Senate.
The House-passed bill would make it a misdemeanor to use a…
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Trustees approve $19.2M Bonneville School Levy as District faces $7M shortage
Bonneville trustees Wednesday unanimously approved ballot language for the May 19 election that would increase the district’s supplemental levy by…
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Second mistrial declared in case against local contractor accused of stealing thousands
For the second time, a jury has failed to reach a verdict in the case of Brandon Cook, a local contractor accused of defrauding homeowners of…
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Utah mother receives honor for fallen son while raising alarm on veteran suicide crisis
A Utah mother is raising awareness about the heightened suicide risk among military veterans after losing her own son, Private First Class Bowden…
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Four teens cited following weekend vandalism spree in Fort Hall
A string of juvenile vandalism over the weekend has left a local training facility and several tribal vehicles damaged, according to the Fort Hall…
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One in custody following Friday night shooting in Challis
An unnamed person is recovering Monday after a weekend shooting in Challis sent them to the hospital.
According to the Custer County Sheriff’s…
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ICE purchases $145M Salt Lake City warehouse, sparking local outcry
The Department of Homeland Security has officially purchased a massive warehouse on the west side of Salt Lake City, confirming months of speculation…
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Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson reflects on Idaho roots and Hollywood career during Idaho Falls visit
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Broadway and film star Cheyenne Jackson recently returned to eastern Idaho, bringing his nationally touring show “Mid-Life…
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Honoring the past, readying the future: Republicans host Lincoln Day Celebration
In quiet ways a life is known,
Not by noise and power shown,
But steady work from year to year,
A faithful voice that others hear.
He walked the…
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Do not drink advisory issued for City of Roberts Water Supply
The City of Roberts is warning residents not to drink or boil tap water until further notice, after a major drop in water pressure raised concerns…
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‘Paddy’s on Park’ adjustments made due to high winds
IDAHO FALLS (KIFI) – High winds have necessitated changes to the festivities at Paddy’s on Park in Idaho Falls today, March 14. While the event is…
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I-15 Closed North of Idaho Falls Due to Hazardous Conditions
Hazardous driving conditions and low visibility have forced the closure of Interstate 15 in both directions North of Idaho Falls.
As of 11:48 AM,…
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Community Invited to “A Walk in the Cold” to benefit Idaho Falls Rescue Mission
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Falls Rescue Mission is inviting the community to bundle up and step outside during its “A Walk in the Cold”…
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Idaho’s top leaders emphasize the economy at Chamber Leadership Session
The state of Idaho’s economy and budget loomed large at a Leadership Session featuring Governor Brad Little, Lt. Governor Scott Bedke and U.S. Rep.…
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Slices of Hope: Shelley community to rally for 4-year-old battling cancer
A local family of nine is finding out that in the city of Shelley, no one has to fight alone.
This Saturday, the community is invited to “Pi Day…
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Idaho trucking industry sounds alarm as diesel prices surge amid global tensions
As gas prices soar nationwide, Idaho’s trucking industry is sounding the alarm. They say the pain at the pump will soon turn into pain at the…
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75 MPH wind gusts tear through eastern Idaho, causing damage to local neighborhoods
The high winds have caused damage to local neighborhood properties. Residents on Sand Creek Street suffered the loss of entire sections of wood…
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High winds trigger multi-car pileup on I-15; More Dust storms forecasted for Saturday
Idaho State Police are warning motorists to prepare for dangerous driving conditions through the weekend after a massive dust storm triggered a 10-…
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City of Pocatello launches new “Mayor’s Minute” video series
“This series is a great way to connect directly with our community,” said Mayor Mark Dahlquist. “Mayor’s Minute allows us to highlight…
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Madison County officials issue warning over surge in passport scams
Madison County officials are sounding the alarm following a recent spike in scams related to passport applications.
Madison County staff have…
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Meet Molly the therapy dog, IFPD’s newest four-legged recruit
The Idaho Falls Police Department recently welcomed Molly, a police therapy dog in training, to the team. Molly, a two-year-old golden retriever, is…
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Fire crews swarm Regal Edwards Theater in Ammon
Crews with the Ammon and Idaho Falls Fire Departments are on the scene of a potential structure fire at the Regal Edwards movie…
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US Air Force refueling plane crashes in Iraq, killing all six on board
Six US service members are dead after a US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, a refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, the US military…
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Idaho House Committee advances two Bills amending library ‘harmful materials’ law
Two bills that would amend the state’s “harmful materials” library law are heading to the full House.
The House State Affairs Committee passed…
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Terror attacks at Michigan synagogue and Virginia university rattle sense of safety in American communities
CNN, WDIV, WXYZ By Emma Tucker, Elizabeth Wolfe, Hannah Rabinowitz, Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — A pair of attacks more than 700 miles apart on…
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Idaho Falls to host Leadership Conversation Summit with Governor, Lt. Governor, and Congressman
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce will host a special community leadership event on Friday afternoon featuring…
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Rigby’s All-American Barn: Family raises star-spangled tribute to America’s 250th anniversary
Just in time for the 250th anniversary of America, one Rigby family has constructed a gigantic display of patriotism in the heart of Idaho.
Trevor…
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Community rallies to give Pocatello’s ‘Ambassador of Smiles’ a new set of wheels
If you’ve grabbed a coke or a burger at the Pocatello McDonald’s at any point over the last three decades, chances are you’ve been greeted by the…
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IDOC searching for 57-year-old who allegedly fled supervised parole
The Idaho Department of Correction is searching for a convicted felon who failed to report to his parole officer earlier this month.
57-year-old…
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TPUSA ‘This is the Turning Point Tour’ to stop at University of Idaho this April
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) is hitting the road this April as part of a newly announced nationwide campus tour honoring the legacy of its late founder,…
Continue Reading ISP issues safety warning as 60 MPH wind gusts and dust storms hit Idaho
High winds and seasonal dust storms are prompting safety warnings from the Idaho State Police as spring weather creates hazardous driving conditions…
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Reports of active shooter at Detroit-area synagogue containing school
Police are responding to reports of an active shooter and a car driven into the building at Temple Israel, a synagogue containing a school, in West…
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Utah man charged with manslaughter in death while practicing drawing handguns from holsters
A Roy man has been charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of another person while the two were practicing drawing handguns from…
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5 things to know about Idaho’s school funding debate
State leaders are nearly two months into the legislative session, and much of the noise still surrounds the state’s budget deficit. Cuts are…
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City of Arco issues mandatory boil order
The City of Arco has issued a mandatory boil water order for all residents effective immediately, Thursday, March 12, 2026. The strict boil order…
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Local 12-Year-Old Battling Brain Cancer Finalist in National Art Contest
In a bedroom filled with sketches of apex predators and prehistoric giants, 12-year-old Caellum Hebdon is reclaiming a voice that cancer nearly took…
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Idaho Sheriffs’ and Chiefs of Police Associations stand against controversial immigration bill
“You have the state government telling the local government to do the job of the federal government,” said Bonneville County Sheriff Sam Hulse.…
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Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office closes nearly 7-year-old missing person case
The Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office has officially closed a nearly seven-year-old missing persons investigation after investigators positively…
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Idaho Democrats blast GOP for blocking Minority Report criticizing bill on trans students
Idaho House Democrats are decrying what they call an ‘egregious abuse of supermajority power’ after the Republican supermajority voted to suspend…
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Newly proposed Kratom bill introduced in the Idaho State Affairs Committee
Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho lawmakers are considering legislation to make Kratom illegal—a major development for advocates pushing for stricter regulation…
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Longtime Epstein accountant testifies behind closed doors for roughly 7 hours in House Oversight probe
By Annie Grayer, Em Steck, CNN (CNN) — Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime accountant testified his relationship with the late convicted sex offender…
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DOE approves key safety milestone for INL’s MARVEL microreactor
“This is more than just a regulatory requirement — it’s a blueprint for the future of advanced nuclear,” said INL’s Abdalla Abou-Jaoude,…
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Wyoming Governor signs “Human Heartbeat Act” into law
Governor Mark Gordon has signed Wyoming’s “Human Heartbeat Act,” the state’s strict new abortion ban. The legislation, also known as HB 126,…
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Unique training for emergency responders takes place in vacant houses along Highway 20 in Ashton
Upper Valley emergency responders in Eastern Idaho are getting a new training opportunity thanks to a partnership with the Idaho Transportation…
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Beyond the Books: Budget Cut Bill passes the House
Last week, the House approved a bill that cuts about $131 million from this year’s state budget.…
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Gas prices surge across Idaho despite slumping crude oil costs
Gas prices have shot up overnight across the Gem State, despite the price of crude oil dropping from $110 over the weekend to $95 a barrel on…
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Idaho House passes proposal urging U.S. Supreme Court to overturn same-sex marriage
The Idaho House has approved a controversial memorial calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its landmark 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges,…
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New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein
By Michael Williams, Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — Authorities in New Mexico launched a search this week of a sprawling ranch formerly owned by…
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A NASA spacecraft is set to make an uncontrolled plunge back to Earth. Here are the risks
A massive space probe could plummet into Earth’s atmosphere as soon as Tuesday evening — years earlier than expected. And while most of the…
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Idaho lawmakers want a say over federal grants that could go into medical education
For much of the session, legislators have been haggling over how to have a say over the way Idaho spends $930 million in rural health grants.
A new…
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Rexburg Police close 1st S for SWAT training; Public advised to avoid area
Residents of Rexburg should expect a heavy police presence on the west side of town today, March 10, as the Police Department conducts a SWAT…
Continue Reading Idaho Senate passes bill limiting local regulations on short-term rentals
The Idaho Senate passed HB 583 in a 23-12 vote on Monday, a measure that ensures regulations on short-term rental owners may only be imposed when…
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FBI offers reward for man wanted in Idaho child sexual assault case
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Donald Steven Lang.
The FBI is assisting the Kootenai County…
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Convicted drug trafficker back in custody after K-9 finds meth during Idaho Falls traffic stop
A 41-year-old man on parole for drug trafficking faces new felony charges after Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies discovered methamphetamine…
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Idaho Transportation Dept. warns of statewide DMV text message scam
The Idaho Transportation Department is urgently warning residents about a wave of scam text messages spreading across the state.
“Scammers are…
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First grizzly of the spring spotted scavenging in Yellowstone
On March 9th, Yellowstone biologists reported the first grizzly bear sighting of the spring season, signaling the end of winter…
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Rigby’s ‘Shark Tank:’ Student entrepreneurs take home $10K at Invest Nest competition
Ten student entrepreneurs hit the stage for a “Shark Tank”-style competition Monday at Rigby High School.
The “Invest Nest” finalists…
Continue Reading Pedestrian killed after being hit on I-84 in Minidoka County
A pedestrian was killed late Monday night after being hit by a pickup on Interstate 84 near…
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The Idaho Challenged Athletes Foundation hosts a curling and biathlon clinic
The Idaho Challenged Athletes Foundation hosted its three-day winter sports weekend in Boise, where adaptive athletes had the chance to compete in…
Continue Reading Idaho House Committee advances bill to repeal voter-approved medicaid expansion
In a swift and controversial move, the Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee voted 10–6 on Monday to introduce a bill that would repeal…
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Benjamin Naylor sentenced to life without parole for southern Idaho killings
The man charged with killing four people across two southern Idaho counties is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Monday, Benjamin…
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Retired Idahoan warns of modern-day “dust bowl” in eastern Idaho
After an unseasonably dry winter, a City of Parker resident is claiming the region is currently in the grip of a modern-day Dust Bowl. He estimates…
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Bill recognizing professional experience in school salary funding advances
A bill that would recognize professional experience outside the classroom on the career ladder is heading to the full House.
Currently,…
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Seventh US service member killed in Iran war is identified as Army sergeant
By Piper Hudspeth Blackburn, Isabelle D’Antonio, CNN (CNN) — A US soldier died after sustaining injuries during an attack last week in Saudi…
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Mental health incident triggers evacuation at Jackson Albertsons
The Albertsons grocery store on Buffalo Way in Jackson, Wyoming, was evacuated Monday afternoon after police were forced to subdue a person…
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Idaho woman celebrates 109th birthday, crediting healthy living for her long life
Juanita Sibert has lived to see more than a century of American history — and on Saturday, she celebrated 109 years of it with cake, ice cream, and…
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Jury convicts Idaho Falls woman in illegal massage parlor trafficking case
A 60-year-old woman faces a potential 40-year prison sentence in connection with an illegal massage parlor.
On March 6, a jury found Xue Fang Lu,…
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Idaho Falls pastor returns home after harrowing escape from Israel-Iran conflict zone
What began as a spiritual journey to the Holy Land quickly transformed into a desperate mission for survival. Alicia Ramos, an Idaho Falls pastor, is…
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A rocky marriage, secret affair and millions in debt: What we’ve learned so far in Kouri Richins’ murder trial
Over the last two weeks, jurors in Kouri Richins’ murder trial have heard wide-ranging testimony about troubles in her marriage, her secret affair…
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Arizona woman dies after falling through ice on Alexander Reservoir
A 27‑year‑old Arizona woman died Sunday after she and her brother fell through thin ice while attempting to fish on Alexander Reservoir,…
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Portneuf Valley Swim Meet Takes Over Reed Gym Pool
For the first time in six years, the Reed Gym Pool was buzzing with activity from the Portneuf Valley Swim Team. They hosted a USA…
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Elks Lodge food drive giving away 800 boxes Saturday morning
800 boxes of food will be distributed to 400 families in need at the Elks Lodge starting at 9 A.M.…
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Grocery Outlets in Pocatello and Idaho Falls to close
“We’re really upset about it because no other places are as affordable here,” said Jessica Supry, a frequent Grocery Outlet Shopper.…
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Chrome in the Dome 2026 Draws Car Lovers to ISU
The most beloved car show in Idaho is back this weekend: Chrome in the Dome at the ICCU Dome in Pocatello. The show runs both Friday and Saturday and…
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District 93 students walk out again over immigration policies at Bonneville roundabout
The intersection of Lincoln Road and 35th East became the center of another walkout sweeping the state Friday as District 93 students staged a…
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Salmon’s Baker Country Market to rebuild following devastating fire
The owners of the Baker Country Market have officially announced they will rebuild the store. The decision comes just two weeks after a catastrophic…
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House begrudgingly but overwhelmingly passes spending cuts
After an hour of debate — a wide-ranging airing of fiscal issues — the House Friday easily passed an immediate spending cut.
The 2026 Idaho…
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City of Victor files lawsuit against Driggs for breach of wastewater agreement
The City of Victor filed a lawsuit against the City of Driggs on Thursday, alleging years of contract breaches, environmental pollution, and…
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