Calving elk create hazards for Yellowstone visitors
As Yellowstone National Park reopens its gates for limited access, park officials are advising visitors to be cautious around…
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Idaho Land Board will stick with timberland-buying strategy
Gov. Brad Little’s desire to make a significant course change involving a politically charged strategy on how to invest millions of dollars to…
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21 new Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed
Idaho officials reported on Tuesday there are at least 2,476 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Prosecutor seeks Vallow-Daybell defense information
Madison County Prosecutor Rob Wood is asking Lori Vallow-Daybell and her attorney, Mark Means, to produce a variety of information, evidence and…
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LDS Church provides guidelines for safely returning to meetings and activities
The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have authorized a phased return to some of…
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Drivers urged to use online services as DMVs tackle backlog from COVID-19
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is urging drivers to use online services to help reduce crowds and wait times at our local…
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Turnout looks to be big in Idaho’s first mail-only primary
County election workers across Idaho were bustling for the state primary on Tuesday, but the tasks were far from the usual…
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Blackfoot man to serve more than 10 years for role in carjacking
U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced a 23-year-old Blackfoot man was sentenced in U.S. District Court to more than 10 years (130 months) in prison…
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It’s “election day:” here’s how to vote
The Idaho Primary Election is May 19, but it is being conducted by mail due to the COVID-19 pandemic and votes will actually be counted on June…
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US Supreme Court refuses to hear Wyoming death-penalty case
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear the appeal of what was Wyoming’s lone inmate on death row, possibly clearing the way for his…
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Deputies: Wyoming teacher said she feared possible beating
A Wyoming teacher charged with first-degree murder for the shooting death of her fiancee allegedly told deputies she feared he would beat…
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How to eat less meat and more plants
Whether you enjoy meat on a regular basis or savor a steak once in a while, one thing is true: Many people love…
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Police chief orders new probe of explicit-photo allegations
The chief of the University of Utah police department is ordering a new, outside investigation into allegations that an officer showed off explicit…
Continue Reading The pandemic is testing sibling rivalry — and you
Is the pandemic taking sibling rivalry to another, more feral level? Or is so much enforced proximity building stronger bonds between sisters and…
Continue Reading More evidence US childhood vaccinations are dropping amid coronavirus pandemic
The number of childhood vaccines administered in Michigan has dropped by as much as 22% amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report released…
Continue Reading Delirium and agitation may follow COVID-19 infection, study says
Delirium, confusion and agitation may be common in severe coronavirus infections while patients are hospitalized, according to a new review of…
Continue Reading Yoga may ease symptoms of depression, study says
Weekly sessions of yoga may ease depressive symptoms in people with other mental health issues, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of…
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Search continues following fatal crash involving 48 dogs
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue is assisting with the safe handling of the dogs that have been located following the…
Continue Reading BASR releases update on dogs involved in fatal crash
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter & Rescue has released an update about an accident on Interstate 15 that killed two people and more than a dozen dogs…
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Lab in Idaho Falls decontaminates N95 masks for healthcare professionals across the state for free
The Battelle Critical Care Decontamination System uses concentrated vapor phase hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate thousands of N95 masks of the…
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Yellowstone National Park partially reopens for day use
Tourists entered Yellowstone National Park on Monday for the first time in nearly two months, but they weren’t allowed to camp and some parts of the…
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Church begins removal of damaged Salt Lake Temple statue
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has started work to temporarily remove a damaged statue from the church’s Salt Lake Temple.…
Continue Reading 19 new Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new cases in Bannock County
Idaho officials reported on Monday there are at least 2,455 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Wyoming lawmakers deliver COVID-19 funds, not lawsuit shield
Wyoming lawmakers approved the outline of a large aid package for hospitals, businesses and people affected by the coronavirus in a rare special…
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Gov. Little extends cash grants to self-employed
Self-employed individuals economically impacted by COVID-19 now may be eligible to receive up to $7,500 in cash support through the Idaho Rebound…
Continue Reading Age-proof your brain by keeping your heart healthy, study says
If you want to keep your brain sharp and focused as you age, it’s important to keep your heart…
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Victor lifts COVID-19 travel and tourism emergency ordinances
The Victor City Council unanimously repealed two COVID-19 emergency ordinances relating to travel and tourism during a special City Council meeting…
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Bannock County Commissioner resigns
Bannock County Commissioner Steve Brown submitted his letter of resignation Monday.…
Continue Reading Talking to yourself matters. Here’s how to do it in a pandemic
For Andy Hull, this was the year that a lifelong dream of being a philosophy professor was set to culminate. Then a pandemic…
Continue Reading If your kids are acting out, they might just be sad
The pandemic brought a major upheaval to the lives of Amber Sparks and her 5-year-old daughter, and her daughter is exhibiting unruly behavior…
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2 hospitalized after being ejected from vehicle
The Power County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that hospitalized two men Sunday around 6:40…
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New COVID-19 cases confirmed in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
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Pools are reopening for summer swimming, what you should know
Ross Park Aquatic Complex plans to open with limited capacity June 1, with no slide access or tubes for the lazy…
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Rexburg Independence Day Parade to take place
The Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce is continuing with plans to hold the annual Independence Day Parade on July 4,…
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Grizzly sow and cub in Island Park captured, relocated
Idaho Department of Fish and Game staff captured a sow grizzly and her yearling cub in the Yale Creek area of Island Park after the bears were seen…
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Idaho mom charged with murder after infant’s death
An Idaho woman has been charged with murder in connection with the death of her infant…
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Idaho Falls Arts Council announces reopenings
The Idaho Falls Arts Council has announced the limited reopening and reopening plans of the Carr Gallery at the Willard Arts Center and the…
Continue Reading Elementary teacher charged for deadly Wyoming shooting
A man is dead and an elementary school teacher in jail after a shooting in Wyoming’s capital…
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Grizzly attacks antler hunter in western Wyoming
A grizzly bear attacked a man looking for antlers in western…
Continue Reading Idaho’s first mail-in primary moves ahead amid coronavirus
Idaho is holding an entirely mail-in primary for the first time as the state works to slow the spread of the coronavirus…
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Idaho gas prices on the rise
Idaho gas prices have risen 12.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.92/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 802 stations.…
Continue Reading Wyoming reports first COVID outbreak at a nursing home
Health officials say the first outbreak of the coronavirus at a nursing home in Wyoming has infected at least nine…
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Zoo Idaho opens for weekends
As Idaho moves into stage two of reopening, Pocatello is allowing limited access to the…
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Family-run coffee shop gives Inkom new place to chill
A new family-run coffee shop in Inkom is bringing new energy to Highway 30.…
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Visitors excited for Idaho Falls Zoo opening
The Idaho Falls Zoo opened Saturday and people were excited to see the animals.…
Continue Reading 38 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new case in Bonneville
Idaho officials reported on Friday there are at least 2,389 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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2 people, 14 dogs killed in crash
Idaho State Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that was reported at 6:00 a.m. Friday on Interstate 15 at mile marker 105, west of…
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Watch Flyover Friday to honor medical workers, first responders and essential workers
The Idaho National Guard is teaming up with the Mountain Home Air Force Base Gunfighters to perform a flyover over 11 Idaho cities…
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Kroger offers Fred Meyer workers extra pay after outcry
Kroger, the parent company of grocer Fred Meyer, announced Friday that it will provide “thank you” payments to hourly employees after a union outcry…
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Coronavirus-related aid tops Wyoming special-session agenda
A handful of legislators met in person at the Wyoming Capitol and the rest by computer video Friday for a special session to address the coronavirus…
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General Authority to speak in online BYU-Idaho commencement
Brigham Young University-Idaho will broadcast an online commencement service to celebrate and recognize Winter Semester 2020 graduates.…
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Portneuf Modifies visitor restrictions, extend lab hours
Portneuf Medical Center’s patient visitation policy has been adjusted to better reflect the current community…
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Shut by COVID-19, Snow King Mountain to reopen for summer
Snow King Mountain plans to reopen starting Memorial Day…
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Idaho Falls adopts nondiscrimination ordinance amendments
The Idaho Falls City Council has unanimously approved amendments to the city’s 2013 Nondiscrimination Ordinance.…
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Rexburg’s first ‘Flow-Bor’ Day will take place on Monday
They’re asking that everyone come in families or groups, so everyone can comply with social distancing by staying within their family while they…
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Look! Thank you fly over
Here’s a look at the thank you flyover today in IF and Pocatello for all of our healthcare and essential workers. More…
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COVID-19 impacts city budget cuts
The pandemic will likely not delay the budgeting process that will guide the future of Pocatello.…
Continue Reading Idaho transitions to Idaho Rebounds Stage 2
Governor Brad Little announced his plans for Stage 2 of the State’s approach to reopening segments of Idaho on…
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Fish and Game Commission relaxes non-resident sales
Non-resident Idaho fishing and hunting licenses are back on the…
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Idaho Falls joins call for DOE cleanup funding
The city of Idaho Falls has joined a coalition of labor, community and industry organizations urging Congress to approve a one-time $7.25 billion…
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Stolen vehicle and firearms recovered
The Chubbuck Police Department reports a 27-year-old Auburn Washington man was arrested Thursday after a stolen vehicle and firearms were…
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Flags to fly at half-staff Friday
American flags will fly at half-staff, from midnight to midnight Friday in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day. …
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Idaho will enter Stage 2 of Idaho Rebounds on May 16
Governor Brad Little announced during a press conference Thursday Idaho will enter Stage 2 of Idaho Rebounds on May…
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CEI holds virtual graduation
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – For many College of Eastern Idaho students today was filled with many virtual smiles and comments. Not the usual…
Continue Reading 27 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new cases in Jefferson, Bannock
Idaho officials reported on Thursday there are at least 2,351 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Gem Prep Online prepares for Zoom graduation
Moira Haskett is a senior at Gem Prep Online. She is graduating with a high school diploma. “I’m excited to finally be done with school and finally…
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DOE announces reactor demonstration program funding
The Department of Energy launched a $230 million program to promote advanced nuclear energy reactors.…
Continue Reading Wyoming legislators to begin 2-day session
The Wyoming State Legislature begins a two-day special session…
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Teton County to follow state guidelines
Teton County, Wyoming officials say they will not seek variances to updated public health orders announced by Governor Mark Gordon this…
Continue Reading New COVID-19 case identified in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
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Fewer Idahoans file new unemployment claims
By the end of last week, 5,795 Idahoans had filed initial unemployment claims, a 23% decline from the previous…
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Farm-to-table CSAs growing during pandemic, saving local farm
Community Supported Agriculture, or CSAs, are gaining popularity across the country. And they’re saving…
Continue Reading Utah governor to relax coronavirus rules in much of state
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert will further relax coronavirus-related restrictions across much of the state.…
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65-year-old dynamite found near Seven-mile Canyon
An off-duty United States Forest Service (USFS) discovered suspicious materials while hiking near Seven-mile Canyon outside of Salmon, Idaho in Lemhi…
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Popular restaurant in Rexburg takes on new COVID-19 safety practices
In Rexburg the restaurant Fresco has made key changes to try to keep everyone safe.…
Continue Reading Cats can infect other cats with coronavirus, researchers find
Cats can infect other cats with the novel coronavirus, but they may not show any symptoms, according to a study published…
Continue Reading How much water do we really need to drink?
Here’s some welcome news: Water can work wonders for your…
Continue Reading Coronavirus may ‘never go away,’ says WHO official
The coronavirus spreading across the globe could become a constant presence, a leading World Health Organization official has…
Continue Reading 5 ways to go green during the pandemic
Recycling isn’t just for the environment…
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Wyoming health officials encourage COVID-19 testing
As Wyoming prepares to reopen business, the Department of Health is encouraging anyone with COVID-19 symptoms to get tested.…
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Pocatello man arrested on sexual assault charges
A Pocatello man faces felony charges following a joint investigation by Pocatello Police and the Department of Homeland Security.…
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Melaleuca Freedom Celebration and Riverfest canceled
After evaluating its options, event organizers have canceled Riverfest, fireworks and the Annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration this July…
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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake shakes Idaho
An earthquake struck northeast of Boise near the area where a larger earthquake hit in late March.…
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Teton Schools won’t return for remainder of school year
The Teton County School District #1 has voted not to return to school classes this spring. …
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Idaho Falls airport prepared for new normal
Idaho Falls Regional Airport has implemented a variety of new rules to protect travelers. …
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Fish and Game kill mountain lion in Idaho Falls to protect the public
Idaho Department of Fish and Game officers killed an adult male mountain lion that exhibited no fear of humans and made no attempt to flee the area…
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Aftershock strikes central Idaho
(KIFI/KIDK) A sizable aftershock rocked central and western Idaho Wednesday evening. The United States Geological Survey reports, a magnitude 4.4…
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Teton County, WY Schools will remain closed for 2019-2020 School Year
JACKSON WY (Press Release) Tonight during their regular board meeting, the Board of Education voted to continue with the current Adapted Learning…
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Power County Hospital seeks additional funding to complete renovations
It’s costing a little more to keep our neighbors in Power County healthy.…
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Local businesses provide free lunch to truckers
Generosity is really on a roll in Bannock County these days. Truckers got a free meal as a “Thank You” for their dedicated…
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Pay It Forward: Olivia’s Lemonade Stand
Olivia Smith and her brother Jack opened her lemonade stand for her birthday to collect food donations for The Salvation Army instead of having a…
Continue Reading Pocatello Red Cross hosting blood drives
Blood donations have diminished because of the…
Continue Reading 31 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed
Idaho officials reported on Wednesday there are at least 2,324 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Health care flyover includes Jackson and Afton
Jackson and Afton are included in a Wyoming Air National Guard flyover tribute to health care workers…
Continue Reading Official: Idaho virus outbreak linked to family gathering
A cluster of COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in Washington County, leading to the voluntary shutdown of a food processing plant, Idaho health…
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Yellowstone will begin first phase of reopening on May 18
Yellowstone National Park will reopen on a limited basis on May 18.…
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Grand Teton to increase recreational access on May 18
Beginning Monday, May 18, Grand Teton National Park will open recreational access with limited services available to the…
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Second spirit rock removed from Pocatello High School
The rock, which has a unique ledge shape, was unearthed during the construction of “the palace” during the…
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Wyoming to ease COVID-19 restrictions Friday
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has eased COVID-19 restrictions on several business categories, permitting restaurants to resume indoor table service…
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Burn ban issued in Central Fire District
The Central Fire District has issued a burn ban due to today’s wind…
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