Blackfoot Animal Shelter rescues 46 dogs from hoarding situation.
Tucked away at Blackfoot Animal Shelter, 15 tiny Chihuahuas are waiting for their forever…
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Aslett Foundation Plans to Expand Museum of Clean Building
The Aslett Clean World Foundation in Pocatello formed to carry on the legacy of Don Aslett, founder of the beloved Museum of Clean. Following his…
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Rexburg revisits police bond with $3.9 million cost cut to ease tax burden
Rexburg police have outgrown their building, and tonight the city is making adjustments to reduce the cost for a new one by about 3.9…
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Idaho Falls airport receives $12 million federal grant for expansion project
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Idaho Falls Regional Airport will soon be getting a major upgrade, thanks to $12 million in federal funding secured by…
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Idaho House advances One Big Beautiful Bill tax cuts
The Idaho House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to conform to the federal tax cuts in the One Big Beautiful…
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Bonneville County Take Ownership of Plumbing and Electrical Permits
Bonneville County has officially taken over the issuance and inspection of all electrical and plumbing permits, a move supporters of the decision say…
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Victor plans to move forward on building its own wastewater treatment facility
The City of Victor announced Tuesday they will move forward in constructing its own wastewater treatment facility.…
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Police chase ends with 2 people arrested in Idaho Falls
A high-speed chase on I-15 ended at the Broadway off-ramp in Idaho Falls near the former Shari’s Restaurant on Tuesday afternoon.…
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Newly released documents link Epstein to possible tuition payment for BYU–Idaho student
Among the millions of documents released in the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, records reveal Epstein made possible tuition…
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Idaho Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force rolling out red carpet for nuclear power
“Advanced nuclear energy means energy security, economic growth and high-paying jobs for Idahoans,” said Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke. “Our work is…
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Moose on the Loose: Jackson Hole skiers make way for 1,000-pound guests on the slopes
Skiers at Jackson Hole got more than they bargained for today when a pair of moose decided to claim the trail.
Seeing these 1,000-pound animals…
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Homeland Security officers in Minneapolis will be issued body cameras, Noem says
By Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — All Homeland Security officers on the ground in Minneapolis will be issued body cameras, Secretary Kristi Noem…
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Back to school with Adam Reader, “The Professor of Rock”
The hallways of Snake River High School have seen thousands of students come and go, but few return with a title quite like “Professor.”
Adam Reader…
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Intermountain Health team helps young woman live beyond her diagnosis
For most people, food is fuel. But for ShayLee Hunter, survival comes another way.
“At 6 months old, I had my first surgery and had a third of my…
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Epstein victims’ lawyers ask judges to force takedown of released files, citing ‘thousands of redaction failures’
By MJ Lee, CNN (CNN) — Lawyers representing victims of Jeffrey Epstein are asking judges to force the Justice Department to take down the…
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Program cuts, staff cuts, furloughs: Education leaders say budget cuts would cause fallout
Another round of budget cuts would force immediate staff cuts and furloughs across Idaho campuses, college and university officials said Friday.
The…
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A prosecutor’s 18-year-old child was there when Charlie Kirk was shot. Is that a conflict of interest?
The 22-year-old man charged with the murder of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk is due back court this week in Utah in his bid to get the…
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Police searching for Savannah Guthrie’s mother believe a crime occurred. ‘She did not leave on her own,’ sheriff says
Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie believe “we do in fact have a crime scene,” the Pima County sheriff said Monday,…
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From Pocatello to the Grammys: How Jessica E. Jones Found Her Voice
Pocatello, ID (KIFI) In the world of opera — where careers are built over decades, and recognition is rare — Pocatello native Jessica E. Jones’…
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Peaceful vigil and pro-ICE protest in Rexburg
Two demonstrations took place in Rexburg on Saturday, drawing community members to the Madison County Courthouse for both a vigil and a separate…
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Save Teton Pass Trail campaign hits $1.5M mark
WlLSON, Wyoming (KIFI) – The effort to complete a pedestrian trail over the Teton Pass continues to gain traction, hitting an important milestone…
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Mighty trees: Idaho Falls earns Legacy of Leaves award
The award-winning tree canopy in Idaho Falls has garnered another…
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Early morning garage fire heavily damages Teton County home
A Teton County home was heavily damaged after a nearby garage burst into flames Friday morning. Fortunately, all the people inside and another nearby…
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Missing Blackfoot Teen Joseph Haight Found Dead in Bonneville County
Joseph Haight, an 18-year-old from Blackfoot who went missing earlier this week, has been found dead alongside his Ford F150 truck in Bonneville…
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Idaho Speaker calls Utah’s proposed refinery tax ‘bull manure’, costing Idaho drivers more at the pump
Utah’s legislators are about to do something that has caught the attention of Idaho House Speaker Mike Moyle (R), and he’s none too happy about…
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Gabby Petito wrongful death suit against Moab police heads to Utah Supreme Court
The city of Moab said it feels “profound sympathy” for Gabby Petito’s family but its officers are not responsible for her death “some 400 miles away,…
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Fire crews battle 15-foot flames at Idaho Falls Metal Shop
Two portable storage facilities are charred tonight after a local metal shop caught fire Friday afternoon, but a quick response from local…
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Idaho Falls’ most wanted ‘four-hoofed suspect’ is finally in custody (and he’s adorable)
The high-speed chase that captivated local social media has finally come to a gentle halt. A four-month-old goat, who became an overnight celebrity…
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Idaho Falls Ranked No. 2 Best-Performing Small City in the Nation for 2026
The City of Idaho Falls has been ranked the No. 2 Best-Performing Small City in the nation in the 2026 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities…
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Idaho National Guard to slash tuition assistance by 29% following budget mandate
Idaho National Guard members will see a significant drop in college financial aid as military leaders move to slash tuition assistance by 29% do…
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Two hospitalized, one airlifted after two-vehicle crash on US-93 in southern Idaho
A crash on U.S. Highway 93 in southern Idaho sent two people to the hospital Friday morning.
The crash took place at around 8:00 AM at the…
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Local man arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot roommate “in the face” during argument over flashlight
A 34-year-old Bonneville County man is in custody facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot his roommate “in the face”…
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Mushers and their dogs compete in the Warm Lake Stage Race
The Idaho Sled Dog Challenge canceled the 100-mile and the 300-mile Iditarod qualifier because of a lack of snow, but they were able to host the Warm…
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Community takes Polar Plunge to raise funds for Special Olympics Utah
People from all over jumped into freezing cold water on Thursday, to help raise money for Special Olympics Utah.
The polar plunge at the America…
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Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty, federal judge rules
By Kara Scannell, Nicki Brown, CNN New York (CNN) — Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty for allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare CEO…
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Critchfield rejects budget committee’s request to plan for cuts
One day after legislative budget-writers asked state superintendent Debbie Critchfield to plan for cuts to public schools, the first-term Republican…
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Idaho Pastor responds to allegations of Christian nationalism
“I’m fond of telling people, ‘If there is no God above the state, the state becomes God,” said Christ Church Senior Pastor Doug Wilson. “And I…
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Measles cases rise in Canyon County; health officials warn eastern Idaho of risk
Health officials are reporting five probable measles cases in Canyon County, all within a single unvaccinated household, as they work to prevent the…
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74-year-old pilot uninjured after plane flips in Palisades Reservoir
A 74-year-old pilot walked away with only minor injuries Thursday afternoon after his aircraft clipped the ground and flipped into the snowy lake bed…
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Idaho Bill seeks to nullify local LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination ordinances
A new legislative push in the Idaho Statehouse could strip 13 cities of their ability to enforce local anti-discrimination ordinances that protect…
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Democrats reach deal with White House, Senate Republicans to avert government shutdown
A bipartisan funding deal has been reached to avoid a government shutdown, the top Senate Democrat announced, and Senate GOP leaders are taking steps…
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Two Teton County men arrested in major multi-agency drug bust
A coordinated, multi-agency narcotics investigation culminated in the arrest of two Teton County men and the seizure of a large cache of drugs,…
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Idaho Falls farmer bags Ford F-150 Tremor in final days of Idaho Lottery’s popular scratch game
Idaho Falls resident Josh Hartfield is heading home with a lot more horsepower than he started with. The local farmer recently claimed the second top…
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Tooele couple recounts hearing loud explosion, escaping flames
A fire destroyed a Tooele couple’s home and took the life of one of their pets Friday night.
It happened about 6 p.m.
“We were actually just…
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Man arrested on charges of impersonating an FBI agent in alleged attempt to free Luigi Mangione from jail
A Minnesota man was arrested and charged with impersonating an FBI agent after he tried to enter a federal jail and release suspected murderer Luigi…
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Eastern Idaho farmer Jamie Kress to lead National Association of Wheat Growers
“It is an honor to serve as president of NAWG at such a pivotal time for agriculture. I am inspired by the resilience and innovation of wheat…
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Fire in historic Bear Gulch Tunnel triggers trail closures
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has issued an immediate emergency closure for a section of the Railroad Grade Trail following a fire inside the…
Continue Reading Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote
By Morgan Rimmer, Ted Barrett, Manu Raju, CNN (CNN) — Senate leaders have a bipartisan funding deal in hand but it remains to be seen whether…
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Shelley man arrested for battery and mayhem after Police standoff at local trailer park
A Shelley man is behind bars today following a violent fight that turned into a police standoff at a local trailer park late Wednesday…
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Two Idaho prison guards sexually assaulted her, witnesses said. Neither was charged
**Editor’s Note: The following article discusses incidents of sexual assault. Reader discretion advised.**
It was November 2023, in a staff break…
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North Idaho non-profit director sentenced for $154K Medicaid fraud
A North Idaho woman has been sentenced to three years of probation after orchestrating a scheme to defraud the state’s Medicaid program of more…
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Constitutional conversations: Protecting civil liberties
How should American citizens secure our rights?
One constitutional scholar addressed that question and analyzed current events at a Wednesday…
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Community turns out to support White Pine Charter School fundraiser
The spaghetti dinner and bingo fundraiser included a student art show, a silent auction, and a penny raffle for younger students.
School Director…
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Rexburg Police warn of rising ‘sextortion’ scams targeting local youth
The Rexburg Police Department is sounding the alarm over a sharp increase in “sextortion” cases, a digital blackmail scheme that investigators…
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Medicaid cuts, declining reimbursements lead to layoffs at Teton Valley Health Care
Medicaid cuts and declining reimbursements are having a direct impact in Teton Valley, where Teton Valley Health Care has laid off some staff and…
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Classes Canceled: Rising illnesses and absences force multi-day closure for Ririe School District
All schools within Ririe School District #252 have canceled all classes through the end of the week as a wave of illness leaves many desks and…
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Idaho Falls man found guilty of striking officer while filming traffic stop
A 33-year-old local man faces up to five years in state prison after a jury found him guilty of striking a police officer during a confrontation last…
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Investigators in Customs and Border Protection’s internal probe into Alex Pretti killing have limited evidence access
By Shimon Prokupecz, Holmes Lybrand, Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — Investigators tasked with running the internal Customs and Border Protection probe…
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New property acquisition expands Tex Creek Wildlife Management Area by 280 acres
“Thanks to Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and onX for helping to make this acquisition possible,” says Ryan Walker, Tex Creek Habitat Biologist.…
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Christa McAuliffe’s legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster
Wednesday marks the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy.
The shuttle exploded 73 seconds after takeoff on Jan. 28, 1986.
New…
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Blackfoot police search for vandal after sewer ‘sabotage’ on Hill View Dr.
The City of Blackfoot is calling on the public for help after an intentional act of vandalism that left local homeowners facing costly repairs and…
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Museum of Natural History to host event on cartographic encounters and a rediscovery of the far west fur trade
Experience an evening honoring Indigenous Resilience as Dr. S. Matthew DeSpain presents traditional Far West fur trade history at Frazier Hall on…
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Papa Johns hopes this nostalgia-inducing pizza brings people back
Unless your name is Domino’s, it’s tough to be a pizza chain right now.
Just ask their two main competitors: Pizza Hut and Papa Johns. The…
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Driggs Family Safety Network unveils ‘Kalico Cottage’ in honor of Kali Randall and her children
In memory of the late Kali Randall, Teton County’s Family Safety Network has officially named its new emergency shelter in Driggs, Idaho, ‘Kalico…
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Rep. Simpson touts $9 million federal investment for US-30 overhaul in Soda Springs
Congressman Mike Simpson (R-ID) announced Tuesday that he has secured over $9 million in federal funding to overhaul the stretch of US-30 through the…
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Yellowstone announces early fishing season for three west-side rivers
Starting this year, Yellowstone National Park will extend the fishing season on three rivers in the park.…
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Sen. Ruchti to host three-part 2026 Legislative Town Hall series
Looking to bridge the gap between the Statehouse and the community, State Senator James Ruchti (D-Pocatello) has announced three town halls for…
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Legislative budget-writers tell agencies to prepare for additional cuts
State agency budget cuts could deepen to 5% for the current fiscal year and next fiscal year.
Leaders of the Legislature’s Joint…
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Christian Nationalism in the spotlight: Idaho Falls City Club hosts ‘Extremely American’ podcaster
“When I’m talking about Christian nationalists, I’m talking about people who want a theocracy in America,” Druzin said.…
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Boise Meteorologist Dies in Plane Crash
Roland Steadham, the chief meteorologist for CBS2 in Boise is one of two victims after a plane crashed into the Payette river.…
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Saint Anthony Family pays tribute to family member on Family Feud
For the Crain family, a casual afternoon spent scrolling through Instagram led to a journey of healing on one of America’s most iconic game show…
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One dead, one injured in tandem snowmobile crash at Togwotee Pass
A tandem snowmobile accident on Monday afternoon left one man dead and a woman seriously injured, marking the fourth backcountry fatality in Teton…
Continue Reading Idaho Democrats blast new round of budget cuts amid GOP Tax Plan
Idaho Democratic leaders are condemning a directive from Republican budget chairs that orders state agencies to prepare for additional mid-year…
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Bonneville County jury convicts 45-Year-Old Ririe Man of aggravated assault
A 45-year-old Ririe man faces up to five years in prison following a felony conviction in Bonneville County.
After a three-day trial, a jury found…
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Shooting involving Border Patrol under investigation in Arizona
A shooting involving US Border Patrol in Arivaca, Arizona, is under investigation, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department said.
The department is…
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Teen son of slain Saratoga Springs woman had gunshot residue on his clothing, police say
Clothing worn by the 15-year-old son of a Saratoga Springs mother who was shot and killed in her home had gun residue on it.
That’s according to a…
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Attorney General: Seven sentenced for child exploitation; Three from Bonneville County face decades in prison
In the last two months, seven individuals, including three from Bonneville County, were sentenced to prison after being convicted of crimes against…
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Know your rights: What to do if ICE comes to your home
As immigration enforcement continues to raise questions and concerns for families across Idaho, the ACLU of Idaho is reminding immigrants of their…
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‘It’s part of his story’: Daughter remembers astronaut dad 40 years after Challenger explosion
It was Jan. 28, 1986 when seven crew members loaded onto the Challenger space shuttle on Florida’s Space Coast, with plans to head to…
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Public Input Wanted: Idaho Falls launches online open house for Elm Street reconstruction
“Elm Street is an important part of our community, connecting downtown with South Boulevard,” said Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director.…
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A sneak peek inside the region’s first free-standing ER; Public open house scheduled for Tuesday
Development is entering its final stages at the new Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center North Idaho Falls ER, the region’s first free-standing ER.…
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Two injured in separate snowmobile accidents on Granite Creek Road Friday
Teton County Search and Rescue volunteers responded to two simultaneous snowmobile accidents that left two riders with serious injuries on Granite…
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Meta and YouTube head to trial to defend against youth addiction, mental health harm claims
By Clare Duffy, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — For years, social media giants have argued against claims that their platforms harm young people’s…
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Alex Pretti broke rib in confrontation with federal agents a week before death, sources say
Federal immigration officers have been collecting personal information about protesters and agitators in Minneapolis, sources told CNN – and had…
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Chubbuck woman faces felony charges for allegedly stealing SUV with infant inside
A 37-year-old Idaho woman faces serious felony charges after allegedly stealing an SUV with a sleeping infant inside on Sunday night.
Rikki Johnson…
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CEI nursing students sweep top leadership spots in Idaho Student Nurses Association
“Being elected to this role is a significant milestone in my journey as a nurse and a Latina mother,” said Silva. “It motivates me to continue…
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6 people presumed dead in Maine plane crash, Bangor airport says
All six people on board a private jet that crashed during takeoff Sunday evening are presumed dead, the Bangor International Airport in Maine said…
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Idaho State Police Sergeant to be honored at 2nd annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon
An Idaho State Police Officer is being honored for a career that defines “going above and beyond.”
On Thursday, February 5, ISP Sergeant Amanda Ward…
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Chris Madel, a Republican running for Minnesota governor, ends his bid and criticizes ICE
By Jeff Zeleny, CNN (CNN) — Chris Madel, a Minneapolis lawyer who represented the immigration agent who fatally shot Renee Good, said Monday…
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Videos and witness statements shed new light on moments leading up to Alex Pretti shooting
By Curt Devine, Thomas Bordeaux, Isabelle Chapman, Casey Tolan, Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN (CNN) — Just minutes before his fatal encounter with…
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Fire Burns Historic Train Tunnel in Bear Gulch Area
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has confirmed a fire in the historic Bear Gulch railroad tunnel, located approximately 0.4 miles from the Bear…
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Community gathers at Bonneville County Courthouse to honor lives lost in Minneapolis
“It’s important to say their names,” Vigil organizer Chance Marshall said. “They’re not just strangers who lived in Minnesota. They are…
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Monumental ‘Snowscapes’ return for Idaho Snow Sculpting Championship
After five days painstakingly creating intricate, white masterpieces, 10 monumental sculptures will be displayed Saturday during a “Final Frost”…
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Chocolate Lover’s Affair Sweetens Up Pocatello
Hundreds enjoyed a Valentine’s Day themed night at the annual Chocolate Lover’s Affair at the Stephen’s Performing Arts Center at ISU, where guests…
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Celebrating 65 Years of Broadcasting: Governor Brad Little proclaims Jan. 23 as “KIFI Local News 8 Day”
Today marks a historic milestone for the region’s airwaves. January 23, 2026, officially marks the 65th anniversary of KIFI Local News 8,…
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CEI new tech building update
If you have driven past College of Eastern Idaho lately, it would be hard to miss the construction of the brand new Battelle Energy Alliance Future…
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No snow? No problem, but watch out for road crews
Just because there’s no snow on the road doesn’t mean that plow operators aren’t on the…
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Idaho Supreme Court weighs constitutionality of Private School Tax Credits
The Idaho Supreme Court heard oral arguments today to determine whether Parental Choice Tax Credits, a program that provides public funds to families…
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Former BYU Baseball Player Candon Dahle released early from jail following controversial plea deal
Candon Dahle, the former BYU baseball player whose controversial plea deal after crimes against a minor sparked widespread public outcry, has been…
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Gov. Little signs proclamation recognizing Community Risk Reduction Week across Idaho
“Community Risk Reduction is the process fire departments use to identify risk before tragedy occurs and to take intentional action to reduce…
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