News you can use this morning – March 13, 2024
Here’s a rundown of some new stories this morning you should…
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Submissions open for 2024 Idaho Wildlife License Plate Contest
A new wildlife license plate is coming to the Gem…
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Bill to bring back the presidential primary election passes Idaho Senate
Idaho is one step closer to bringing back the presidential primary…
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Marijuana advertising bill moves forward
The Idaho House has voted to approve House Bill…
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ITD to host an open house on SH-39 in Blackfoot
This project is scheduled to be constructed in…
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Cleanup begins on collapsed carport
Cleanup has started on the collapsed carport at the Westwood Park Village condominiums in Idaho…
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Idaho Falls woman sentenced for possession with intent to distribute 11,000 fentanyl pills
A 42-year-old Idaho Falls woman has been sentenced to federal prison for possession with intent to distribute…
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Live On 8: CEO of Teton Medicare Talks Free Medicare
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Lee Wilson, CEO of Teton Medicare, visits Local News 8 in the Morning to share how seniors find the right health…
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Idaho Supreme Court declines to hear Bryan Kohberger request
The Idaho Supreme Court has declined to hear the request from Bryan Kohberger’s lawyers to appeal the decision not to toss out the charges against…
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Pothole repairs planned for Snake River Bridge on WYO 22
Crews have scheduled pothole repair work on the Snake River Bridge on Wyoming State Highway 22 for Friday, March 15, weather…
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Woman hospitalized after crash on US 93
An air ambulance transported a 28-year-old Twin Falls woman to the hospital Saturday after a vehicle collision at 11:09 p.m. southbound US 93 at…
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Coroner releases name of victim killed in Saturday’s shooting
Prosecutors are still working on possible murder charges against the man who kept police at bay for several hours late Saturday…
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Changes coming to GIFT pricing
Since June of 2022, the Greater Idaho Falls Transit (GIFT) department 160,000 people have gotten rides to various destinations thanks to the service.…
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The IRS launches Direct File, a pilot program for free online tax filing available in 12 states
After weeks of testing, an electronic system for filing returns directly to the IRS is now available for taxpayers from 12 selected…
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BLM to conduct prescribed burns to reduce wildfire risk
These prescribed burns enhance landscape resiliency and increase firefighter and public safety by minimizing the risk of…
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Married Idaho couple identified as victims of deadly Oregon small plane crash
Oregon authorities have identified a married couple from Idaho as the victims of a small plane crash that killed everyone on board.…
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New car wash opens in Blackfoot
Pony Express Car Wash is hosting a ribbon cutting Tuesday at noon in…
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Idaho Sec. of State encourages voters to identify trusted sources of information ahead of elections
Ahead of the 2024 elections, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane reminds Idahoans to look to the Idaho Secretary of State, County Clerks and local…
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Idaho’s January unemployment rate remains at 3.3%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged between December and January, remaining at…
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Bill to expand birth control access in Idaho heads to Governor Little’s desk
A new bill expanding birth control access in Idaho is one signature away from becoming state…
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News you can use this morning – March 12, 2024
Here are some of the top and new stories this Tuesday…
Continue Reading Kidneys for Communities stresses the growing need for kidney donors in the U.S.
CEO of Kidneys for Communities discusses the urgent demand for kidney donors across the…
Continue Reading Library materials bill revived by the Idaho House of Representatives
Libraries could soon face legal issues if a new Idaho bill is…
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Bengal Giving Day kicks off at ISU
It’s a time to “unite, celebrate and elevate Bengal…
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2 new suspects indicted in Compass Academy shooting incident
Two new suspects have been indicted in the Compass Academy shooting incident on Feb.…
Continue Reading Plane crash in remote central Oregon leaves ‘no survivors,’ authorities say
Authorities say a plane crash in a remote area of central Oregon has killed everyone on board.…
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How COVID-19 has changed the medical world 4 years later – Local News 8 investigates
March 11 marks the infamous anniversary of when the outbreak of COVID-19 became a worldwide pandemic, according to the World Health…
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Idaho gas prices up 7 cents
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 7.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.26/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…
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Gov. Gordon took action on 11 bills Friday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on 11 bills on Friday, March 8.…
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My World Discovery Museum moving locations to Museum of Clean
A popular destination for children in Pocatello will be moving locations soon.…
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Temporary traffic signals planned for WYO 22/WYO 390 Intersection
Crews will be installing temporary traffic signals at the intersection of Wyoming State Highway 22 and Wyoming State Highway 390…
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Veterans with disabilities can apply online for property tax benefit
Some Idaho veterans with disabilities are eligible to have their property tax bill reduced by as much as $1,500 on their Idaho residence and up to…
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Mental Health Monday: New program helping people handle emotions
Emotions are a large contributor to overall mental health. But dealing with them can be tricky. That’s where a new local program called InUPowers can…
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“Fur Ball” raises over $100,000 for Snake River Animal Shelter
The event was able to raise over $100,000 dollars for the animal…
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Rangeland Improvement Act moves to Idaho Senate floor
Farmers and ranchers in eastern Idaho may soon get more authority to improve…
Continue Reading New bill may bring back the presidential primary election in Idaho
Idaho lawmakers are making a new push to bring a presidential primary back to the Gem…
Continue Reading D91 seeks public opinion to address the school district’s budget
Idaho Falls School District 91 is looking for public input to address its budget.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shooting suspect’s family gives insight into Idaho Falls SWAT standoff
An Idaho Falls man allegedly entered a home and shot two people Saturday night, killing one, before engaging in an hours-long standoff with…
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Reed’s Dairy leases a new warehouse in the Idaho Falls area
In the months since the tragic fire that destroyed their previous warehouse, Reed’s Dairy has needed a new location to keep production going.…
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IFPD responds to shooting at 4th Street intersection
The Idaho Falls Police Department responded to a shooting at the intersection of 400 S. 4th Street and 200 S. Lee Avenue Saturday…
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Elks Lodge food drive feeds 278 families
Cars were lined outside of the Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls early Saturday morning, as they prepared to hand out food for those who needed it.…
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Beware of scams targeting Idaho Power customers
Idaho Power is reminding customers to remain vigilant against…
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Irrigators in Salmon Region asked to contact Fish and Game before turning ditch water on this spring
Irrigators in the Salmon Region are asked to contact Fish and Game before turning ditch water on this…
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Idaho economist to highlight the state’s long-term industry and employment projections March 12
The Idaho Department of Labor’s long-term industry and employment projection estimates will be released in…
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Advise on Federal land management issues by serving on IRAC
Nominees must be residents of…
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Central Fire District back to “business as usual”2 months after Ririe station fire
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Central Fire District is figuring out how to move forward after its Ririe station burned to the ground Jan. 3. The fire…
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Temporary closure of Recreation Center gym for flooring renovation
The City of Idaho Falls Recreation Center is getting a new gym…
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Sherman Park Workforce housing Design Development Plan unveiled
The Sherman Park Workforce housing Design Development Plan has been…
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Caribou-Targhee National Forest seeks campgrounds hosts
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest is currently seeking dedicated individuals to serve as campground hosts for the upcoming summer season on the…
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Wyoming Energy Authority welcomes new board member
“I’m honored to join the board of the Wyoming Energy…
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“School facilities funding bill” nears finish line in 2024 legislature
Idaho House Bill 521 is headed toward the Senate Floor soon. If it passes and is signed into law, it will provide Idaho schools with a billion…
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Grand jury indicts fight suspects
The two suspects in the death of Alexander Barber were in court…
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A look at USS IDAHO challenge coins
We are just one week away from the christening of the USS IDAHO, the Navy’s newest…
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Rexburg man arrested on 6 sexual exploitation of a child charges
A Rexburg man was arraigned Friday on six counts of sexual exploitation of a…
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New Idaho House bill lets funeral homes dispose of unclaimed human remains
“We wait a whole year after the person has passed and then…we spread [the cremated…
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Whooping cough on the rise in southwest Idaho
Public health officials are urging pregnant women and those who come in contact with young children, including their families, to get vaccinated…
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13th Annual Gate City Brewfest Saturday
A fan favorite is making its return to Pocatello…
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Gov. Little appoints judge to Fourth Judicial District
Governor Brad Little announced his appointment of Joseph Borton as District Judge to the Fourth Judicial…
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Gov. Gordon vetoes bill he said could hurt charter schools, public education system
Governor Gordon issued his first veto of the 2024 Legislative Session…
Continue Reading ‘World’s oldest bread,’ dating back 8,600 years, discovered in Turkey
Archeologists in Turkey say they have discovered the world’s oldest known bread, dating back to 6600…
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Early construction activities rescheduled for US 20 interchanges in Rexburg
Due to weather, the start date for this project has been shifted to later this month.…
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Man pleads guilty to destruction of energy facility for shooting at 2 Idaho Power hydroelectric power plants
A 59-year-old Meridian man pleaded guilty to destruction of an energy facility in Idaho, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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Good samaritan clears fallen trees for free
It seems like people have been overwhelmed trying to dig out from all the…
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Counties receiving the most SBA loans in Idaho
Flippa identified the counties in Idaho where applicants were approved for the most Small Business Administration loan funds per capita in…
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Best places for 8 popular indoor activities in Boise
Stacker compiled a list of the best places for eight popular indoor activities in Boise using data from…
Continue Reading ITD to host open house next week on SH-39 in Blackfoot
This project is scheduled to be constructed in…
Continue Reading Idaho HOSA Future Health Professionals hold annual State Leadership Conference
The Idaho HOSA-Future Health Professionals, a prominent health care career technical student organization, held their annual State Leadership…
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Local singer-songwriter releases new single after community support
Cole Fryar, a singer-songwriter from Shelley, is taking his music career to the next step after support from the…
Continue Reading Daylight saving time starts Sunday, Dr. Harris shares why it’s crucial to prepare
Dr. Shelby Harris joins Local News 8 in the Morning to explain how preparing for Daylights Savings Time this weekend can improve your…
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Chad Daybell back in court Friday
Chad Daybell is expected to be back in court Friday for a hearing on three…
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Concealed guns could be coming soon to Wyoming schools, meetings
A bill that would allow concealed carry of firearms in schools and government meetings heads to Wyoming’s governor after clearing the state…
Continue Reading Nampa man pleads guilty to selling fentanyl that resulted in overdose death
A 37-year-old Nampa man pleaded guilty to distribution of fentanyl after selling a co-worker fentanyl that led to his overdose death, announced U.S.…
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Man arrested for killing ex-girlfriend’s horse
After examining the horse, the deputy told Jones there was “no logical reason” for him to kill…
Continue Reading Attorneys representing Bryan Kohberger appeal to Idaho Supreme Court
Brian Kohberger’s attorney’s are asking the state Supreme Court to step in.…
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Twelfth ITD snow plow hit this winter
Another Idaho Transportation Department snow plow is needing repairs after an accident…
Continue Reading Why Costco is selling gold bars and silver coins
By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN New York (CNN) — Costco locked in $1.50 hot dog-soda loyalists. Now, it’s chasing a different clientele: precious…
Continue Reading 70 million-year-old giant dinosaur skeleton found connected from skull to tail
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — A chance discovery made in southern France has revealed a rare specimen — an almost complete dinosaur skeleton…
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The right use of social media can boost your business
For many running a business or considering using the platforms to inform or bring more customers to their business, it can be overwhelming, but it…
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Idaho Falls Elks Lodge distributing food boxes to families in need
The Idaho Falls Elks Lodge is helping community members in need this…
Continue Reading Oldest ‘dead’ galaxy spied by Webb may cause astronomers to revise their understanding of the early universe
Astronomers have spotted the oldest “dead” galaxy ever observed while studying the cosmos with the James Webb Space Telescope, and it’s one of…
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Ski resorts rejoice with plentiful snow
Local ski resorts all across eastern Idaho and western Wyoming have appreciated the all of snow showers over the past…
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Kelly Canyon’s snowmobile hill climb is this weekend
King of Kelly’s Snowmobile Hill Climb is March 8 and 9 at Kelly…
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Wyoming Energy Authority opens State Energy Program Grants
“The focus of the program is on reducing energy use in order to save money on utility bills for those…
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Teton County, Wyo. Commissioners announce interim county administrator
The Teton County Board of County Commissioners announced Thursday Jodie Pond will serve as the interim Commissioners’ Administrator beginning…
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Input sought on measures to stop spread of aquatic invasive species into Yellowstone
The deadline to submit comments is Friday, April…
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How road conditions in Idaho have deteriorated since 2000
TruckInfo.net used Bureau of Transportation Statistics data to map the 20-year change in the share of roads in “acceptable condition” in Idaho.…
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Christopher Tapp’s alleged killer surrenders to Las Vegas Police
The alleged killer in the Cristopher Tapp murder, a congressional candidate and former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) wrestler, has turned…
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Bannock County man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
A Bannock County man is charged with alleged sexual exploitation of a child.…
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Snake River Ice Gala to feature Olympian Mariah Bell
You’ll be able to watch a former Olympic Ice Skater perform this Friday along with our local young skaters.…
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Ex-Congressional candidate, former wrestler in connection with Christopher Tapp’s death to surrender
Police have issued a warrant for an ex-Congressional candidate and former wrestler who is accused of killing Christopher Tapp on the Las Vegas…
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Water managers concerned with possible flooding this spring
The snowpack is making an impressive comeback. Many of the water basins are either at or above average for snowpack this time of year, according to…
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“This seems totally normal to me.” Judge dismisses alleged “corruption” case against Teton County, WY commissioners
A lawsuit between a citizen and Teton County, Wyo. commissioners is dismissed. Tim Riser accused the commissioners of conspiring to oust the former…
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Getting answers: What is happening with the old Blackfoot pool building?
People are asking what is happening with the Blackfoot Municipal Pool?…
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Guns N’ Hoses hockey fundraiser kicks off Wednesday
The Idaho Falls Youth Hockey Association (IFYHA) is holding its first ever Guns N’ Hoses Fundraiser at the Mountain America Center…
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Carport collapses on several cars at a condominium complex in Idaho Falls
A carport collapsed on several cars at an Idaho Falls apartment located on Vega Circle. …
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Mountain View Cemetery wrecked by winter storms
Walking through the Mountain View Cemetery on Tuesday, trees and branches are everywhere and scattered through the…
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Idaho House passes resolution asking State Ed Board to reconsider University of Phoenix purchase
The Idaho House passed a concurrent resolution asking the State Board of Education to reconsider the purchase of The University of Phoenix for $685…
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Teton Pass set to close Wednesday morning for avalanche control
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled to close WYO 22 over the Teton Pass for Wednesday, March 6 at 3:00 a.m. for avalanche…
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Idaho Falls completes snow removal, parking restrictions lifted
The recent snowfall resulted in more than two inches of snow, which qualifies as a snow event. Parking restrictions are now in place for all roads…
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Kirtland Temple ownership transferred to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
SALT LAKE CITY (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints News Release) – Today, Tuesday, March 5, 2024, the responsibility and ownership for the…
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