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Dogs killed, injured in string of central Idaho mountain lion attacks

December 29, 2019 6:31 PM Emma Iannacone

Five mountain lion attacks in the past week have left dogs injured and dead in the Wood River…

How to make your New Year’s resolution stick

December 29, 2019 12:33 PM Jilliana Colina

According to U.S. News and World Report, 80 percent of ‘resolution-er’s’ give up by the second week of February.…

IFFD Deputy Chief to retire Tuesday

December 29, 2019 4:42 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department honored retiring Deputy Chief Dave Coffey…

Quick response limits fire damage to Ririe home

December 29, 2019 3:54 AM News Team

Central Fire District Chief Carl Anderson credits the early alert of a smoke alarm for limiting the damage from a Ririe area home fire…

3 on 3 tournament dunks on hunger

December 28, 2019 1:02 PM News Team

A 3 on 3 basketball tournament held at the Mountain View Event Center gave the community a chance to help a good cause in a fun way.…

Identity of headless body to be released

December 27, 2019 10:10 PM Matthew Rosenberg

Investigators with The Clark County Sheriff’s Office say they have a positive identification of the human remains found in the Civil Defense…

Utah woman injured in West Yellowstone snowmobile crash

December 27, 2019 4:59 PM News Team

A 56-year-old Utah woman was hospitalized after the snowmobile she was riding crashed into a tree shortly after noon…

Overdoses on the rise in Pocatello

December 27, 2019 5:36 PM News Team

Overdoses are on the rise in the Gate City. On Christmas Day, the Pocatello Fire Department responded to three separate overdoses, one fatal.…

Wyoming winter traffic hazard: Salt-loving mountain goats

December 27, 2019 3:49 PM Associated Press

Wyoming officials are trying to drive off dozens of salt-loving mountain goats that come down from the slopes to lick up the salt-and-sand mixture…

Tips to save you money on your taxes

December 27, 2019 3:29 PM Jilliana Colina

Just because you can’t file yet, doesn’t mean you can’t get an idea of what your tax bill will look like.…

Pocatello recognizes employees for donations

December 27, 2019 11:31 AM News Team

Pocatello employees were recognized by the Pocatello City Council Friday for their contribution to the Southeast Idaho Public Health Diaper Bank. …

Bonneville County man faces felony domestic violence charges

December 27, 2019 11:04 AM News Team

A Bonneville County man was arrested Thursday after Bonneville County Deputies investigated reports of domestic violence that happened on Christmas…

Idaho’s unemployment rate stays under 3%

December 27, 2019 8:24 AM Associated Press

Idaho’s unemployment rate held steady at 2.9% in November.…

Local Boy Scouts troop has no boys

December 26, 2019 9:31 PM News Team

In February, the Boy Scouts of America officially began admitting girls as Scouts, a first for the century-old organization.…

Tapp to file lawsuit against Idaho Falls Police Department

December 26, 2019 6:55 PM News Team

Attorneys for Christopher Tapp have filed notice of a claim that will seek damages for his unjust conviction and…

Police investigate two-car crash south of Idaho Falls

December 26, 2019 4:24 PM News Team

At least one person was hospitalized after a two-car crash at York Road and South Yellowstone near Idaho Falls…

Local educator heads to Antarctica on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition

December 26, 2019 3:40 PM Jilliana Colina

“Aboard that ship will be naturalist and scientists from all over the world”…

Oregon-based Les Schwab tire company looking for a buyer

December 26, 2019 3:00 PM Associated Press

Les Schwab, the Bend tire powerhouse known for its customer service, is considering a sale.…

New policy at Pebble Creek means big change for hiking

December 26, 2019 2:22 PM Emma Iannacone

A new piece of equipment at Pebble Creek Ski Area means better snow and more efficient grooming, but it comes at a cost to some skiers.…

Murder threats lead to arrest of California man

December 26, 2019 12:47 PM News Team

A California man is in jail after allegedly making threats to kill his wife. …

Megaplex theatre planned in Idaho Falls

December 26, 2019 12:22 PM News Team

The Larry H. Miller Group of Companies has announced a joint agreement with Ball Ventures to build a new Megaplex Theatre in Idaho…

Man arrested after pointing gun during fight

December 26, 2019 11:54 AM News Team

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Samuel Sherry, 27, of Idaho Falls after a disturbance in the 9000 block of 70th East at around 11:30…

Idaho Falls man arrested after Christmas Eve disturbance

December 26, 2019 11:21 AM News Team

An Idaho Falls was arrested Tuesday after a disturbance in the 3200 South block of 65th…

Wyoming county ranks highest in income, inequality an issue

December 26, 2019 10:48 AM Associated Press

Wyoming’s Teton County led the nation in per-capita income at $252,000 last year, a statistic that may come as a surprise to most of the 23,000…

Pocatello Council plans first 2020 meeting

December 26, 2019 10:01 AM News Team

Pocatello will launch the new year by swearing in new City Council members in its first meeting of 2020 Thursday, January 2.…

Liz Cheney undecided, Lummis dominates Wyoming Senate race

December 26, 2019 9:11 AM Associated Press

While Liz Cheney considers whether to run for an open U.S. Senate seat, the race so far has only one well-known candidate: Cynthia Lummis.…

Court revives lawsuit over Yellowstone bison management

December 26, 2019 9:02 AM Associated Press

A federal appeals court has revived a lawsuit filed by an environmental law firm challenging the government’s management of bison from Yellowstone…

Steamboat geyser sets eruption records

December 26, 2019 8:54 AM News Team

The Steamboat geyser, located in the Norris Geyser Basin at Yellowstone National Park, continues its recent phase of more frequent water eruptions.…

Montana girl injured in snowmobile crash

December 26, 2019 8:45 AM News Team

A 13-year-old Montana girl was injured in an accident near West Yellowstone on Christmas Day.…

Christmas traditions new and old in Pocatello

December 25, 2019 8:57 PM News Team

At the Senior Activity Center, dozens gathered on Christmas Day for a tradition that dates back several decades.…

Home Helpers keeping seniors independent

December 25, 2019 6:13 PM Emma Iannacone

There comes a time when many of us will need to consider our driving…

Boy Scout with special needs helps others with special needs in Ghana

December 25, 2019 1:32 PM Jilliana Colina

“To do something to help others with special needs is always really…

Man arrested following break-in and vandalism at Utah temple

December 24, 2019 4:13 PM Associated Press

Authorities say a Utah man has been arrested following an overnight break-in and vandalism at a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…

Man finds lost money, returned to owner

December 24, 2019 11:01 PM Linda Larsen

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Sometimes in the news business we get the chance to be a part of something special. On Saturday night, a viewer…

Pocatello man lighting up the neighborhood for decades has no plans to stop

December 24, 2019 8:54 PM News Team

For more than four decades, Revo Williams has been telling people to “follow the glow” during the holiday season.…

National Guard hosting 3 on 3 tournament

December 24, 2019 9:07 PM News Team

On Saturday, the Army National Guard is hosting the Sasquatch 3 on 3 Tournament in an effort to help collect for the…

Search for missing children & parents continues

December 24, 2019 8:40 AM News Team

Law enforcement officers continue their search today for Chad and Lori Vallow Daybell of Rexburg, who turned up missing November 27, a day after…

Teton Valley native named Education Association President

December 24, 2019 4:05 PM News Team

A Boise School District teacher is the new president of the Idaho Education Association.…

Burning restrictions lifted in Salmon

December 24, 2019 3:25 PM News Team

Burning restrictions are being lifted for residents of Salmon and the surrounding area Tuesday. …

New officers join Idaho Falls Police

December 24, 2019 3:25 PM News Team

Four new officers officially joined the Idaho Falls Police Department December 19. …

Women’s perspective to highlight JH Chamber

December 24, 2019 11:47 AM News Team

In recognition of the 150th anniversary of Women’s Suffrage in Wyoming, the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce will host a Business Over Breakfast…

“12 Days of Giveaways” contest

December 24, 2019 11:14 AM News Team

Denise Allen was selected as the Grand Prize Winner of the KIFI/KIDK “12 Days of Giveaways” contest. Denise won an $800 gift basket from WeeBee…

Aid for Friends gets big help from community to make Christmas special

December 24, 2019 11:58 AM Emma Iannacone

Not everyone gets to spend Christmas at home surrounded by family and…

Bank of Idaho announces personnel change

December 24, 2019 11:06 AM News Team

The Bank of Idaho has announced staffing changes it says will help position the institution for the…

Itafos Conda steps up for United Way

December 24, 2019 10:26 AM News Team

The more than 500 employees of the Itafos Conda mining facility near Soda Springs presented the Southeast Idaho United Way a check for more than…

Report outlines Wyoming’s workplace fatalities

December 24, 2019 10:13 AM News Team

Wyoming officials have outlined steps to address most common workplace…

Idaho State Police respond to two accidents on I-15

December 23, 2019 11:43 PM News Team

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State Police responded to two accidents on Interstate 15 about 2 miles away from each other but happening at…

3 on 3 tournament to raise donations for foodbank

December 23, 2019 11:27 PM News Team

CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The National Guard is holding a charity 3 on 3 basketball tournament on Saturday, December 28 The tournament is open…

Idaho House Speaker would like to see a change in initiative proposals

December 23, 2019 6:52 PM Todd Kunz

Idaho’s Speaker of the House said property taxes, education, transportation surplus, and Medicaid expansion are expected to be the big issues for the…

Fire damages Idaho Falls outbuilding

December 23, 2019 1:55 PM News Team

Fire caused about $10,000 damage to an outbuilding near the Idaho Falls Airport at around 12:45 p.m.…

Easements may lead to wildlife crossing project near Montpelier

December 23, 2019 3:41 PM News Team

The Idaho Fish and Game Department has finalized two voluntary conservation easements at Rocky Point, south of Montpelier in Bear Lake…

ISP launches impaired driver patrols

December 23, 2019 3:17 PM News Team

Idaho State Police has launched emphasis patrols across the state Monday aimed at reducing the number of impaired and unsafe drivers on the…

Wyoming antler hunting closes Jan. 1

December 23, 2019 2:46 PM News Team

The state of Wyoming will enforce its seasonal winter closure for shed antler and horn hunting beginning January 1, 2020. …

Biologists plan Salmon wildlife surveys

December 23, 2019 2:18 PM News Team

Idaho Fish and Game Department biologists will use low-flying helicopters to radio collar deer and elk and survey elk populations in the Salmon…

Fan favorite Christmas light show returns after 5-year hiatus

December 23, 2019 9:01 PM Emma Iannacone

A decades old tradition for a Pocatello neighborhood is back after a…

Idaho Lottery raffle game sells out

December 23, 2019 11:37 AM News Team

The Idaho Lottery’s $1,000,000 Raffle game is officially over. …

Shoplifting investigation leads to drug charges

December 23, 2019 10:49 AM News Team

An Idaho Falls woman was arrested at around 5:45 p.m. Friday, December 20, after she was detained for suspected shoplifting at Sportsman’s Warehouse.…

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Gas prices continue to dip

December 23, 2019 9:29 AM News Team

Idaho gas prices fell 3.5 cents per gallon in the past week, to an average $2.75 per gallon. …

Idaho records first flu deaths

December 23, 2019 9:15 AM News Team

Two northern Idaho women, both over the age of 70, have become the first two people to die from flu-related causes this year, according to the Idaho…

Veterans raise money for local BBQ truck

December 22, 2019 3:54 PM Emma Iannacone

People enjoyed grilled cheese and beer on Saturday while they raised money for a veteran-owned…

Jackson Hole opens Eagle’s Rest lift

December 21, 2019 7:08 PM News Team

Another exciting winter is underway just over the Wyoming border. This year, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is improving the mountain experience for…

63-year-old dies after found unresponsive

December 21, 2019 5:30 PM News Team

Chubbuck Police Department officers and EMS responded to 4752 Yellowstone Avenue for a medical incident Saturday at 2:44 p.m.…

Police seek your help locating 2 connected to disappearance of 2 kids

December 21, 2019 5:58 PM News Team

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Rexburg Police Department is asking for your help in locating Lori N. Vallow and Chad Daybell who are wanted for…

The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center opens early for 2019-2020 season

December 20, 2019 3:14 PM News Team

Bannock County residents now have the chance to experience another winter activity. The East For Mink Creek Nordic Center is open earlier this year…

Pocatello approves resettlement document for refugees

December 20, 2019 5:43 PM News Team

Some international students at Idaho State University could receive extra assistance due to a new resolution passed at Pocatello’s city council…

LaBelle Lake Ice Palace prepares for Saturday’s season-opening

December 20, 2019 6:59 PM Jilliana Colina

Visitors will be able to enjoy fire shows, horse-drawn sleigh rides, characters like Elsa and Olaf, hot cocoa, and…

Sylvan Pass opens for oversnow travel Sunday

December 21, 2019 10:00 AM News Team

East Entrance to Lake Butte Overlook (Sylvan Pass) will open to the public for oversnow travel on commercially-guided snowmobiles Sunday at 8…

Police seek help locating 2 endangered children, disappearance may be tied to death investigation

December 20, 2019 3:30 PM News Team

Joshua Vallowand Tylee Ryan were last seen on Sept. 23, 2019 in Rexburg. Joshua may go by the nickname JJ. He may be in need of medical…

Record whitefish landed at Bear Lake

December 20, 2019 3:16 PM News Team

A McCammon man found his way into the Idaho record books, during a fishing trip to Bear Lake December…

Pebble Creek starts season a day earlier than planned

December 20, 2019 3:58 PM News Team

Though the plan was to open on Saturday, Pebble Creek Ski Area had enough snow to start the season a day early this year.…

IPUC protects solar net metering program

December 20, 2019 2:57 PM News Team

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC) has rejected a proposed settlement agreement that would have ended Idaho Power Company’s (IPC) popular…

Holiday travelers will begin hitting the road Friday evening

December 20, 2019 12:59 PM Jilliana Colina

AAA says that this is the eight-year of consecutive travel volume increases and the eighth consecutive year of record-breaking travel.…

Wyoming officials to use hay trail to lure elk to new ground

December 20, 2019 11:17 AM Associated Press

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department plans to lure elk away from a historic feeding ground using a trail of hay, officials…

Boise woman convicted of elder abuse, neglect, exploitation

December 20, 2019 11:14 AM Associated Press

A jury has found a Boise woman guilty of abusing an elderly couple she worked for as a…

Wyoming man gets 48 years for raping 2 adults, 1 minor

December 20, 2019 11:12 AM Associated Press

A judge has sentenced a Wyoming man to at least 48 years in prison after he sexually abused two adults and a 15-year-old…

Recreation activities open in time for holidays

December 20, 2019 11:10 AM News Team

New recreation opportunities are now available throughout eastern…

Wyoming Governor wants review of Rocky Mountain Power plans

December 20, 2019 9:28 AM News Team

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon plans a very close look at Rocky Mountain Power’s new Integrated Resource Plan. …

Teachers receive help from ISU Credit Union

December 20, 2019 9:09 AM News Team

ISU Credit Union officials visited two local schools this week and left some cash donations…

Project Filter offers new quit program

December 20, 2019 8:44 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is launching a new program to help teens who want to quit tobacco products, including electronic…

School lunch debt takes a toll

December 19, 2019 5:00 PM News Team

Numerous stories on social media have highlighted the ongoing crisis of school lunch debt. Local schools are also feeling the burden of unpaid meals…

Lack of gym space forces the Idaho Falls Rec Center to turn away 12 basketball teams

December 19, 2019 7:22 PM Jilliana Colina

“We have plenty of gyms and access to that it’s just a matter of us being able to get the schedules out and scheduling. With the program kind of…

$10K check presented for ‘trip of a lifetime’

December 19, 2019 5:51 PM News Team

After spending hundreds of man-hours making toffee, The ELF Project presented the Carlson family a $10,000 check for their “trip of a lifetime” on…

Lawsuit puts forest gold exploration on hold

December 19, 2019 3:13 PM News Team

U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill ruled Wednesday that the U.S. Forest Service failed to adequately consider the potential water quality impacts of…

ACLU to propose fair chance legislation

December 19, 2019 2:09 PM News Team

After a two-year state analysis, the American Civil Liberties Union has released its “Blueprint for Smart Justice Idaho.” …

Murder suspect request to be transferred

December 19, 2019 12:41 PM News Team

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A Bannock County murder suspect wants to be moved another county. Dustin Alfaro, charged with the first-degree murder…

Demonstration: Dry Christmas trees cause house fires

December 19, 2019 4:42 PM Emma Iannacone

About 160 Christmas trees catch fire every year, according to the National Fire Protection Association.…

All Under One Roof gives gifts to seniors

December 19, 2019 1:34 PM Emma Iannacone

All Under One Roof gave away 30 unique Christmas gift bags to seniors in the…

Westside District Ranger to start in February

January 31, 2020 4:04 PM News Team

Kim Obele has been named as the new District Ranger for the Westside Ranger District. …

Idaho Education Board reviews veterans program-ISU renovation

December 19, 2019 11:56 AM News Team

Each of Idaho’s more than 100,000 veterans could be eligible for an average of 9 general education college credits when enrolling in one of Idaho’s…

When and where you can donate blood this holiday season

December 19, 2019 11:01 AM News Team

The American Red Cross is urging all eligible donors to give the gift of life this holiday season to help ensure patients don’t have to worry about…

Idaho man suspected of fatally beating ex-girlfriend

December 19, 2019 11:24 AM Associated Press

Authorities have arrested and charged an Idaho man with murder involving torture in the slaying of his…

Idaho senator pushes short line railroad tax breaks

December 19, 2019 11:06 AM News Team

A package of incentives for short-line railroad operators will be included in the year-end spending bill being considered by the Senate this week. …

Officials say fewer eagles returning to Lake Coeur d’Alene

December 19, 2019 10:10 AM Associated Press

Public land managers say the number of eagles flocking to northern Idaho’s Lake Coeur d’Alene has unexpectedly dropped.…

Donut Bros. open for business in Old Town

December 18, 2019 5:25 PM News Team

Across the street from Pocatello High School, mini doughnuts are the hot topic.…

Idaho State troopers bring Christmas to 10 counties

December 18, 2019 5:44 PM Ariel Schroeder

ISP partnered with Broulims grocery store collecting money and food for families in the 10 counties they patrol.…

WATCH: House to begin historic impeachment vote soon

December 18, 2019 5:37 PM ABC News

Members of the House of Representatives are expected to vote on articles of impeachment that would make Donald Trump the third president in American…

Hawthorne Elementary Food Backpacks Project

Food backpacks help students in need through winter break

December 18, 2019 5:22 PM Jilliana Colina

“About 80% of our kids are on free and reduced lunch so they really depend on that breakfast and lunch every…

Wyoming man acknowledges abducting young girl, abusing her

December 18, 2019 5:06 PM Associated Press

A Wyoming man has acknowledged abducting a young girl before exposing himself and trying to molest…

Rexburg awards officer and civilian staff member of the year

December 18, 2019 4:54 PM News Team

The Rexburg Police Department awarded Officer Kellen Whetten with the officer of the year honors. Civilian staff member Colette Davidson was awarded…

Pocatello man arrested for taking photos of women in dressing room

December 18, 2019 10:42 AM Emma Iannacone

A Pocatello man is in jail for taking photos of women while in the dressing…