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Search for missing Jefferson County teens expands to Colorado, Arizona, and South Dakota

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The search for two missing Jefferson County teens, 13-year-old Allen Fisher and 15-year-old Rachelle Fisher, has expanded once again, due to new information suggesting they may be headed to Mancos, Colorado. The Uvalde Foundation for Kids, a Texas-based organization assisting in the search, believes a group called “Free Land Holders” in Mancos may be involved in their disappearance.

The siblings were last seen on Sunday, June 22, in the Monteview area. Authorities suspect they willingly left with members of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (FLDS).

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What’s next for Bryan Kohberger’s defense after judge dismissed bid for ‘alternate perpetrator’ theory

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Defense lawyers for Kohberger, the 30-year-old accused of killing four University of Idaho students in their Moscow, Idaho, home in November 2022, had long suggested the “alternate perpetrator” theory – the idea that someone else killed the students.

But on Thursday, Judge Steven Hippler dealt a crushing blow to the defense, denying their request to identify specific alternate perpetrators before the jury. Idaho law requires the “alternate perpetrator” theory to be approved by a judge before a trial begins.

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Lawsuit officially filed against Pocatello Police after fatal shooting of autistic teen

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Lawyers representing the family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy, held a press conference tonight, Thursday, June 26, to announce a lawsuit filed against the Pocatello Police Department. Victor Perez was shot nine times by Pocatello police officers on April 5, later dying from his injuries after being taken off life support.

The lawsuit, officially filed by attorneys from the law firm Burris Nisenbaum Curry & Lacy and local attorney Jenniffer Call, alleges that the department violated Victor’s civil rights.

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Popular Lavender Festival returns to Inkom June 27

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Inkom Lavender Farm, Lavender Lane, is hosting their third annual Lavender Festival on June 27 and 28, with live music, local food and vendors, and free lavender bundles with admission.

Lavender Lane started as the passion project of Inkom native Jennifer Solomon, who, along with her husband, Nate, developed the idea of hosting a Lavender Festival three years ago as a way to give out excess lavender during harvest season.

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Reward offered for return of Idaho teens feared abducted by FLDS

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An up to $5,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to the safe return of two missing Idaho teens, Rachelle Fischer, 15, and Allen Fisher, 13. The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, a national student advocacy and violence prevention group formed in response to the May 2022 Texas mass shooting, launched a multi-state effort yesterday, Wednesday, June 25, to locate the siblings.

Rachelle and Allen were last seen on Sunday, June 22, at their home in Monteview. An Amber Alert was issued Monday by regional law enforcement for the children. Authorities believe they were abducted by members of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (FLDS) and are headed towards Utah.

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By popular demand: Museum of Idaho brings back Keefer’s Island tours July 2025

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fter a sold-out debut Summer last year, the Museum of Idaho (MOI) is bringing back tours of Keefer’s Island. The island, just off the Snake River Walk, is usually off-limits to the public, making the tour a rare chance for visitors to explore one of Idaho Falls’ most mysterious and storied spots.

“The Keefers played a crucial role,” says Chloe Doucette, MOI Managing Director. “William Keefer —father of Fred Keefer, who built the island cabin literally created the falls that give Idaho Falls its name!”

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Map showing areas of Pocatello where absolutely no fireworks are allowed.

Pocatello holds town hall on fireworks

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“Anything that says ‘explosion’ on the firework itself, they will talk about leaving the ground, those are illegal fireworks…” says Dean Bullock, Assistant Fire Chief of the Pocatello Fire Department. “You can go to the city website, you can scan this QR code, and you can find out which areas it’s legal to have safe and sane fireworks. So areas in the red are prohibited to all fireworks.”

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Bonneville County partners with US Forest Service to repair Bear Creek Road

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Wednesday, the Bonneville County Commissioners officially partnered with the U.S. Forest Service to begin repairs on Bear Creek Road. This agreement paves the way for reopening full access to popular recreational spots like Calamity Campground and the Snake River Boat Club, as well as numerous summer homes, which have been hampered since a 2023 landslide closed a section of the rural roadway.

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Fire danger elevated to “High” in Teton area

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Fire managers have raised the fire danger rating to “high” across Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge due to dangerously dry conditions that allow fires to start easily and spread rapidly. This elevated risk comes as the 2,200-acre Horse Fire continues to burn in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, currently 20% contained.

Fire managers say even though things still look green, it’s the dry, dead timber on the ground that’s fueling wildfires.

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Four arrested for alleged drag racing in Grand Teton National Park

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A group of four were arrested yesterday after allegedly drag racing high-end luxury sports cars on Teton Park Road, a scenic and heavily used corridor within Grand Teton National Park. The incident, which happened around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24, reportedly involved the group using both lanes of the roadway, creating a significant hazard for other park visitors.

“This kind of behavior is unsafe, irresponsible, and completely unacceptable in a national park,” said Grand Teton Superintendent Chip Jenkins. “It puts visitors, staff, and wildlife at serious risk.”

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Doomsday Mom demands new trial in Brandon Boudreaux attempted murder case

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Convicted killer Lori Vallow Daybell, often referred to as the “Doomsday Mom,” has filed a motion demanding a new trial in Arizona. She was recently found guilty of conspiring with her deceased brother, Alex Cox, to attempt the murder of her niece’s former husband, Brandon Boudreaux.

In a 13-page document, Vallow Daybell argues that the court violated her Fourth Amendment rights by compelling her to attend court while ill. She also alleges a “lack of impartiality/abuse of discretion” by Judge Justin Beresky.

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As measles cases spread to nearby states, Idaho health officials stress vaccination

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Health officials in Idaho are urging caution as the CDC continues to confirm increasing Measles cases across the United States. Over the weekend, neighboring Utah was added to the list as public health officials announced the state’s first confirmed measles case, the latest in over a thousand cases in 36 states.

The CDC identified that 95% of these cases were from people who may have been unvaccinated. The Gem State has been listed in the top 10 States with the highest rates of children who have not received a measles vaccine or whose vaccination records are not up to date.

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Pocatello Fire Department urges “Safe and Sane” 4th of July celebrations

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As the 4th of July holiday approaches, the Pocatello Fire Department reminds all residents to celebrate safely and responsibly. Following the recent wildfire on West Clark Street, fire danger in our area is undeniable.

We encourage everyone to enjoy the spirit of the 4th of July responsibly. Only “Safe and Sane” fireworks like sparklers, fountains, and poppers are allowed within city limits and only in designated areas. You can check out the City of Pocatello website for a map outlining where fireworks are allowed and where they are prohibited due to increased fire danger.

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Pocatello Water Dept. to start main line replacement project in Historic Downtown on Wednesday

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The Pocatello Water Department will start replacing a stretch of water main line on South Arthur Ave. between West Whitman St. and West Terry St. in Historic Downtown Pocatello on Wednesday, June 25.

The project will cause street closures and parking restrictions through the area, and residents are asked to park away from the construction zones. Local access will be available through the construction when possible and will be restored at the end of each working day.

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Couple picking up pieces after devastating Bancroft fire, GoFundMe offers hope

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The community of Bancroft is picking up the pieces after a fire swept through Main Street Saturday, affecting two homes and damaging a nearby shed and apartment building.

Ellis and Elizabeth Call had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary weeks before, when the fire devastated the home. They say their “belongings, keepsakes, and all the comforts they built over five decades together,” were gone in an instant.

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Joe’s Gulch Fire grows to 62 acres

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Firefighters are still working to contain the Joe’s Gulch fire in Custer County, just north of Stanley. The fire has now grown to about 62 acres — up from just 10 to 15 acres on Thursday. However, fire crews in the area have reportedly continued to make good progress with suppression efforts throughout the day, Friday. 

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The Rock Creek Fire near Inkom is out, cause under investigation

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A second fire is burning in Bannock County right now, this one near Inkom.  The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office tells Local News 8 a fire was called in around 11:40 Thursday afternoon in the Upper Rock Creek Area, near Jackson Creek and Nestor Road.  The Sheriff’s office says Inkom, McCammon, and Lava Fire Departments are working to control the flames. Search and Rescue is on hand for traffic control.

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Warm waters force afternoon fishing closures in parts of Yellowstone National Park

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Effective Thursday, June 19, 2025, select Yellowstone National Park rivers and streams will close to fishing daily from 2 p.m. to sunrise the following day due to warm water temperatures and low river flows.

Water temperatures in select rivers and streams have exceeded 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees Celsius) in recent days, and flows are low. These conditions are lethal to trout, and the closure will protect the park’s native and wild trout fisheries and will remain in effect until conditions improve.

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Map showing land that would be made available for sale should the bill pass.

Senate bill says “public land for sale!”

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The text of the budget reconciliation bill of the Natural Resources Committee released on June 11, and updated on June 14th. It contains some controversial proposals.

Spearheaded by United States senator Mike Lee, the legislator from Utah has amended the language in the bill to mandate the sale of millions of acres of public land to, according to multiple wilderness alliances, pay for tax-cuts for the ultra-wealthy.

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Years-long investigation leads to new arrests in Ralph Brian murder case

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A Madison County grand jury has indicted Ryler Jensen, 28, and Anthony Dean Wilson, 33, on charges connected to the brutal 2021 home invasion and shooting death of Ralph Brian. The indictments were handed down on Friday, marking “a step forward in a years-long investigation,” Sheriff Ron Ball told reporters on Wednesday.

Ralph and Karen Brian were attacked in their mobile home at 340 North 12th West, widely known as the Boathouse Trailer Court, near Rexburg on the morning of September 20, 2021. Ralph was shot in the head by an intruder and later died from his injuries in a local hospital. His wife, Karen, was stabbed multiple times but survived the ordeal.

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Idaho’s youth gender-affirming care ban now fully enforceable after lawsuit dismissed

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Idaho’s law banning gender-affirming care for minors, the Vulnerable Child Protection Act, is now fully enforceable following the dismissal of the lawsuit Poe v. Labrador. The legislation bans gender-affirming care—including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and transition surgeries—for individuals under the age of 18.

The dismissal of Poe v. Labrador comes shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court’s June 18, 2025, decision in United States v. Skrmetti, which upheld a similar law in Tennessee that restricts gender-affirming care for minors.
Attorney General Raúl Labrador emphasized the state’s position on the matter: “No one has the right to harm children. For two years, my office defended Idaho’s common-sense law that protects kids from experimental procedures with lifelong, irreversible consequences. Idaho’s Vulnerable Child Protection Act recognizes that children suffering from gender dysphoria need love, support, and medical care rooted in biological reality, not life-altering drugs and surgeries. With this lawsuit now dismissed, Idaho can fully enforce our law protecting children, families, and biological reality.”

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Wyoming Hunger Initiative

Wyoming food pantries receive assistance

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Wyoming’s First Lady, Jennie Gordon, and the John P. Ellbogen Foundation have delivered a substantial boost to the state’s food pantries, providing $272,000 in total assistance. This funding, distributed through Mrs. Gordon’s “Wyoming Hunger Initiative,” aims to combat food insecurity across the state.

154 groups received financial support, including veterans organizations, senior centers, boys and girls clubs, and food pantries. Mrs. Gordon’s staff tells us that federal challenges have been hard on the pantries, and they felt a moral boost was in order.

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Pocatello’s new Optimist Skatepark nears completion

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Crews from Pocatello Parks and Rec and Artisan Skateparks are putting the finishing touches on the brand new Optimist Skatepark with plans for it to be open to skaters later this summer.
“This is something that we’ve been waiting for for a long time,” said Anne Butler, director of Pocatello Parks and Recreation. “I know the skaters in this community are ecstatic for this opportunity.”

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Two arrested in Teton County drug bust

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A man and woman are in custody following a drug seizure near Henderson Canyon that uncovered numerous firearms and trafficking quantities of methamphetamine and other illicit drugs.

On Monday, June 16, at approximately 6:30 AM, Teton County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant at the home of Adam Reid and Meghann Wagoner. During the search, authorities reportedly discovered 17 firearms, as well as trafficking amounts of methamphetamine, marijuana, psilocybin mushrooms, and various narcotics paraphernalia.

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City of Pocatello addresses complaints of dry grass

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Pocatello Parks and Rec is addressing online complaints of dry grass around the city and in the Mountain View Cemetery.

According to Parks and Rec and a post on the City of Pocatello Facebook page on Sunday, June 15, the city is aware of the dry grass and has repaired leaking sprinkler lines and timers causing dry grass in the area. People can expect to see greener grass in the next week.

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New Details: Highway 33 stabbing suspect charged with aggravated battery & kidnapping

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The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has released new details regarding Sunday’s stabbing incident along Highway 33, leading to the arrest of Daytona “Tony” Travis, 34, of Rexburg.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, their deputies, along with the Rexburg Police and Madison Fire Department, were called to the intersection of 6000 West and Highway 33, where they found a 34-year-old woman who had reportedly been stabbed. Her injuries were determined to be non-life-threatening, and she was transported to Madison Health for treatment. She has since been discharged.

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Controversial proposal in Congress threatens millions of acres of western public lands

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Up to 22 million acres of public land in Idaho and nearly 15 million acres in Wyoming could be sold off if a controversial proposal in Congress moves forward. The legislation, introduced by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, would sell BLM and Forest Service Land across 11 states to reduce the national deficit.

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Teton Pass closure rescheduled to June 27-30 to complete Big Fill fix

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Nearly a year after the devastating Big Fill landslide, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is entering the final stages of repairs on Wyoming State Highway 22. To complete the crucial paving work and other essential tasks, the Teton Pass will undergo a full closure later this month, marking a significant step towards full restoration.

The pass is scheduled to close to all traffic at 6 PM on Friday, June 20, and is expected to reopen by 6 AM on Monday, June 23. WYDOT and its contractors will be working around the clock, with crews operating 24 hours a day on an expedited, hour-by-hour schedule to ensure the work is completed swiftly.

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Idaho Supreme Court orders changes to ballot title and fiscal statement for abortion ballot initiative

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On Monday, the Idaho Supreme Court ordered Attorney General Raúl Labrador and the Idaho Division of Financial Management (DFM) to revise the language used in the short ballot title and fiscal impact statement for the Reproductive Freedom & Privacy Act. The ballot initiative, proposed by Idahoans United for Women and Families, aims to restore access to abortions and other reproductive health services across Idaho.

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Bear Prairie leaving Idaho Falls Power for new industry role

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“During his nearly 15-year tenure, Bear has made an indelible mark on our organization and community. His leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to public power have served to strengthen Falls Power and Fiber,” said Mayor Rebecca Casper. “He successfully led the implementation of the City’s Fiber Optic program as well as the construction of significant utility infrastructure —including a new substation and a natural gas generation peaking plant scheduled to go online later this year. We wish him well in his new endeavor and know he will excel there as well.”

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