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Bomb squad called to Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building

January 14, 2025 1:06 PM Curtis Jackson

The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building was evacuated Tuesday morning when an ordnance shell was found by construction workers.

Wife shoots husband after he threatens to kill her in Irwin

January 14, 2025 11:29 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a fight between a husband and wife that ended up in a shooting.

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Pocatello agencies hosting stalking awareness webinar

January 14, 2025 10:59 AM Sam Ross

The Southeast Idaho Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force is hosting a stalking awareness webinar on Tuesday, January 14.

Recent storms help eastern Idaho Snowpack

January 13, 2025 8:26 PM Chris Nestman

Average isn’t always something to celebrate, but after a relatively warm and quiet start to winter, having average snowpack is a welcome status. “It depends on what metric you’re looking at. But we’re right about a normal snowpack for this time of year,” said David Hoekema, a hydrologist with the Idaho Department of Water Resources.

New soup kitchen coming to Rexburg

January 13, 2025 5:40 PM Noah Farley

The soup kitchen will be more than just a place to get a hot meal. It will also be a place where people can learn about resources available to get the help they need.

Attorney asks for Jeremy Best to be moved to Madison County

January 13, 2025 4:47 PM Seth Ratliff

Jeremy Best’s attorney wants to move him out of the Bonneville County Jail to the Madison County Jail because of constitutional rights violations.

Glacier Bancorp agrees to acquire Bank of Idaho

January 13, 2025 4:19 PM Curtis Jackson

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. announced Monday it has signed an agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho based in Idaho Falls.

Community All-Star: How Swan Valley Fire Chief serves his community

January 13, 2025 1:21 PM Linda Larsen

Some of our own Swan Valley firefighters are now in California battling those fires. Their training comes from a very influential teacher.

Bingham County citizens share concerns over proposed gravel pit

January 13, 2025 4:05 PM Sam Ross

Bingham County residents banding together to appeal a decision to allow the operation of a gravel pit.

Bridge replacement to close intersection on Bonneville-Jefferson County line

January 13, 2025 12:37 PM Curtis Jackson

Crews will begin work on replacing a bridge over a canal along the Bonneville – Jefferson County line on Monday, January 13.

Student-inspired names appear on snowplows

January 13, 2025 12:15 PM Curtis Jackson, Kailey Galaviz

Watch out for Pow Pow Ka Plow on the roads. The newly named plow by students hits the roads across eastern Idaho.

Pocatello man arrested for Sunday morning shooting

January 12, 2025 2:21 PM News Team

A Pocatello man has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident on Upland St. Sunday morning.

Why restaurant chains are closing and what can be done

January 12, 2025 5:00 PM Noah Farley

If more and more restaurant chains close their doors for good, it can lead to more jobs being lost, prices needing to be raised, and fewer restaurant options for people.

Passengers evacuated after “suspicious device” was found at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport

January 11, 2025 5:24 PM Tucker Robertson

Around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday Jan. 11, a security incident occurred at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport resulting in the response of the Idaho Falls Police and Fire Departments.

Bridal fair helps reduce wedding planning stress

January 11, 2025 5:54 PM Noah Farley

“A lot of the couples that I help really don’t want the big venue. They don’t want the big groups, they don’t want a whole lot of family around.”

Eastern Idaho Crisis Intervention Team receives Gold Certification

January 11, 2025 2:24 PM Travis Richards

The Region 7 Crisis Intervention Team (“CIT”) has been awarded Gold Level Certification through CIT International.

Idaho bill raises the bar on getting initiatives, referendums onto ballot

January 10, 2025 4:11 PM Curtis Jackson

Lawmakers are once again attempting to make it more difficult to pass a citizen-backed ballot initiative or referendum.

Wildfires burn more than 36,500 acres, destroying thousands of structures in Los Angeles County

January 8, 2025 4:31 PM LocalNews8 Administrator

Several major wildfires are destroying thousands of buildings throughout the Los Angeles area, including two that have burned more than 10,000 acres. Five people are dead and several firefighters have been injured. Check Out: Verified GoFundMe Link to Help Those Impacted by the Fires CLICK HERE for Updates and Evacuation Information from the Los Angeles Fire

Lava Hot Springs Senior Center seeking funds for building refurbishments

January 10, 2025 1:33 PM Sam Ross

The Lava Hot Springs Senior Center is seeking grant money and other funds to maintain and repair the historic building.

Bonneville County Sheriff unveils new jail expansion

January 10, 2025 12:40 PM Ariel Jensen

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office celebrated two newly completed expansion projects to the jail with a dual ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday morning.

Lori Vallow tells judge she’s ready for trial

January 10, 2025 1:09 PM Curtis Jackson

Lori Vallow appeared in a Phoenix courtroom for a status conference Friday, January 10, 2025.

Multi–vehicle crash halts traffic on Yellowstone Highway

January 9, 2025 3:37 PM Tucker Robertson

Lanes on Yellowstone Highway closed following an accident involving multiple vehicles.

IFPD on the hunt for driver that hit a building

January 9, 2025 6:08 PM Tucker Robertson

“Late in the evening of December 17th, this vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run accident.”

Meet the Swan Valley firefighters who are on their way to California

January 9, 2025 4:53 PM Linda Larsen

One hundred and four firefighters, and twenty-five fire engines from Idaho are on their way to help fight the devastating California wildfires.

Madison County Sheriff investigates fatal crash near Teton

January 8, 2025 7:20 PM Tucker Robertson

Two people were killed Wednesday in a crash on Idaho Highway 33 east of Teton.

Sparklight Grant Boosts Idaho Falls Symphony’s Youth Education

January 9, 2025 1:45 PM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho Falls Symphony received a $3,000 grant from the Sparklight Charitable Foundation to help fund some local youth education programs.

Reed’s Dairy gives back to community on fire anniversary

January 9, 2025 1:02 PM Curtis Jackson

Reed’s Dairy will mark the one-year anniversary of the fire that destroyed its production facility with a give-back promotion.

I-15/I-86 Interchange project to be completed this year

January 9, 2025 11:23 AM Sam Ross

After years of construction, the I-86 and I-15 System Interchange project is expected to be completed by August 2025, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.

Idaho DMV urges drivers to add your next of kin to online account

January 9, 2025 11:20 AM Curtis Jackson

The following is a news release from the Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles. BOISE, Idaho (IDMV) – The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is encouraging all Idahoans to update their DMV profiles by adding a primary next of kin. This small step ensures that law enforcement or emergency services can quickly contact your loved

Student, Parent, and Teacher information stolen in cyberattack against Bonneville School District 93

January 8, 2025 9:08 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville School District 93 reported a cybersecurity breach Wednesday, January 8.

Idaho firefighters are headed to California

January 8, 2025 8:33 PM Tucker Robertson

The State of Idaho is mobilizing five task forces to assist in protecting
communities threatened by wildfires burning in Southern California.

Randy Larkin sentenced to life in prison

January 8, 2025 8:06 PM Tucker Robertson

Randy Michael Larkin was sentenced to life in prison, with no eligibility for parole for 25 years.

Scheduled road closure on County Line Road beginning January 13

January 8, 2025 4:09 PM Tucker Robertson

Jefferson County posted to its Facebook that the intersection of County Line Road and 3900 East/Iona Road will be closed beginning Monday, January 13.

Warmer winter may spark kitten season surge

January 8, 2025 4:48 PM Ariel Jensen

Right now it’s slow at the shelter when it comes to adopting kittens, which is not uncommon during the wintertime. But this year some cats captured by the shelter’s (TNR) Trap-Neuter-Return program have already had cats coming in pregnant, likely a result of warmer temperatures.

Idaho House starts 2025 session with proposal to challenge same-sex marriage

January 8, 2025 11:12 AM Seth Ratliff

An Idaho House committee is considering asking the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.

Hacker accesses student, teacher data in Bonneville School District 93

January 8, 2025 4:12 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville School District 93 sent a letter to parents saying someone accessed their PowerSchool data system during the holiday break.

Grizzly bears to remain on Endangered Species Act list

January 8, 2025 2:20 PM Curtis Jackson

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will keep grizzly bears on the Endangered Species Act list and is proposing to create a “Distinct Population Segment” for the bear.

Idaho’s Top 10 prohibited items TSA found in carry-on luggage

January 8, 2025 12:00 PM Curtis Jackson

A sledgehammer, a bowie knife, and a large slingshot. What do these items all have in common? They were all discovered in carry-on luggage at airports across Idaho last year by the Transportation Security Administration.

Eastern Idaho health officials respond to declining vaccination rates nationwide

January 8, 2025 1:23 PM Seth Ratliff

Vaccine exemptions among kindergartners have hit an all-time high this year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Three snowmobilers rescued from ravine near Island Park

January 8, 2025 9:33 AM Curtis Jackson

Three Minnesota men riding snowmobiles were rescued from a deep ravine west of Island Park on Monday evening, January 6, 2025.

Pay It Forward find news nonprofit helping victims of domestic violence

January 8, 2025 1:29 PM Todd Kunz

A new nonprofit that is just starting out on a quest to help victims of domestic violence.

Fun wintertime things to do at the Idaho Falls Library

January 8, 2025 10:12 AM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho Falls Public Library says there is always something to do at the library to keep you warm, entertained, and educated.

Employee fired after data breach at Eastern Idaho Public Health

January 7, 2025 10:45 AM Stephanie Lucas

The following is a press release from Eastern Idaho Public Health. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The following is a press release from Eastern Idaho Public Health. At Eastern Idaho Public Health, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patient’s information. Regrettably, we identified a privacy incident involving some of that

TikTok Ban: What do parents think?

January 7, 2025 11:56 AM Seth Ratliff

As the potential ban inches closer, American parents are split on whether it would enhance online safety for their kids.

Bonneville County Deputies respond to “swatter” call

January 6, 2025 9:43 PM Chris Nestman

A big hoax. That was the result of an anonymous call to the Idaho Falls Dispatch that claimed they were witnessing a stabbing at an area home around 1pm Monday.

Idaho GOP censures Madison County Precinct Committee Officer

January 6, 2025 6:38 PM Stephanie Lucas

The Idaho Republican Party has censured a Madison County Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) for his support of Prop One or “Idahoans for Open Primaries.”

Blackfoot gravel pit discussed at county planning and zoning meeting

January 6, 2025 5:25 PM Sam Ross

At a Bingham County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on Monday morning, people gathered at the Nuart Theater in Blackfoot to discuss a controversial gravel mining project.

Southeastern Idaho Public Health wants parents to start new year with home visit program

January 6, 2025 5:26 PM Sam Ross

Through the ‘Parents as Teachers’ program, Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) helps new parents develop a support system and get in touch with resources through home visits.

‘FILM Act’ signed into law benefits local filmmakers

January 6, 2025 11:17 AM Stephanie Lucas

Two independent filmmakers suing Grand Teton National Park won’t have to, now that the ‘FILM Act’ has been signed into law.

Key Takeaways: Governor Little’s State of the State address

January 6, 2025 11:28 AM Seth Ratliff

Governor Brad Little is set to kick of the first day of the 2025 Legislative session with the annual State of the State address. Little will begin his address at 1pm in the House Chambers of the State Capitol building.

Idaho ranks 10th highest-growing state of 2024

January 6, 2025 11:35 AM Noah Farley

“I think one of the main reasons we see people moving to Idaho is the proximity to the world-class recreation we have.”

Bonneville County Library District kicks off 2025 reading challenge

January 5, 2025 4:44 PM Noah Farley

The Bonneville County Library is kicking off its Book Dragon Reading Challenge for 2025.

Four-vehicle crash injured multiple people

January 5, 2025 4:13 PM Tucker Robertson

Idaho State Police is investigating a multi-vehicle injury crash that occurred at Beeches Corner just outside of Iona on January 4, 2025, at 5:08pm.

Three suspects arrested after shooting incident

January 5, 2025 3:49 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies located three suspects involved in a shooting incident overnight[Jan. 4].

Skier dies in avalanche on Togwotee Pass

January 5, 2025 2:22 PM Tucker Robertson

Just before noon on Saturday, Teton County Search & Rescue was called to respond to a known avalanche burial on Togwotee Pass.

Idaho Falls Family YMCA hosts sports complex fundraiser

January 4, 2025 4:35 PM Noah Farley

Over 2,500 youth come through the YMCA’s sports program to play basketball, soccer, and more.

Shelley Mayor issued Snow Proclamation requiring empty streets for snow removal

January 4, 2025 2:54 PM Tucker Robertson

The Shelley Police Department warns that cars may be towed for snow removal.

Snow event issued in Idaho Falls creates parking restrictions

January 4, 2025 2:36 PM Tucker Robertson

The City of Idaho Falls issued a snow event, and parking restrictions.

Barrasso sworn in as Senate Majority Whip

January 3, 2025 3:22 PM Tucker Robertson

U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) was officially sworn into the United States Senate to continue serving Wyoming in the 119th Congress.

Governor outlines his priorities for the upcoming legislature

January 3, 2025 2:39 PM Curtis Jackson

Idaho Governor Brad Little addressed the news media Friday morning about his priorities for the 2025 Legislature.

Ways to save money as skiing prices rise

January 3, 2025 1:54 PM Noah Farley

Bonney also recommends you start planning ahead for next year, as March and April are usually the best times to buy ski passes for the next season.

Local reptile rescue helps find homes for cold blooded critters

January 3, 2025 5:52 PM Sam Ross

Since DragonTails Rescue took in their first lizard in 2019, the business of rescuing sick and abandoned reptiles has skyrocketed.

US surgeon general sounds alarm about link between alcohol and cancer

January 3, 2025 7:56 AM CNN

CNN By Ben Tinker, Meg Tirrell and Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday warning Americans that alcohol consumption can increase their cancer risk and called for an updated health warning label on alcoholic beverages. Surgeon general’s advisories are strongly stated warnings meant to deliver clear messages

Idaho Power granted revenue increase

January 2, 2025 10:21 PM Tucker Robertson

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has granted Idaho Power a 3.73 percent increase in base revenue.

New camping reservation system “IDAHO TIME” launches January 6

January 2, 2025 8:56 PM Tucker Robertson

Reserving a campsite and getting additional information with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) is about to change.

Wayne Osmond passed away at age 73

January 2, 2025 5:43 PM Tucker Robertson

Wayne Osmond passed away Wednesday night at age 73. Donny Osmond, his brother, said that Wayne died of a stroke.

Could Rocky Mountain Power increase rates in 2025?

December 30, 2024 5:25 PM Ashley Chilcutt

Rocky Mountain Power has submitted a proposal to increase customer rates for electricity services in 2025.

U-Pick Red Barn battles city to stay open

January 2, 2025 5:17 PM Noah Farley

The annual business in Idaho Falls has provided fall fun for families for almost 20 years.

Pocatello highlights its achievements from 2024

January 2, 2025 4:17 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello will host its annual State of the City meeting on January 2 at Pocatello City Hall.

Pocatello church volunteer group provides free car repairs for drivers in need

January 2, 2025 4:14 PM Sam Ross

Volunteers from the Grace Lutheran Church in Pocatello are starting another year of providing free car repairs and service to people who may not have the means to visit a mechanic.

You can dispose of your Christmas tree at the Icy Inferno Celebration in Ammon

January 1, 2025 5:46 PM Tucker Robertson, Linda Larsen

The City of Ammon will heat things up this winter with its annual icy inferno celebration.

Power outage fixed in Island Park

January 1, 2025 4:41 PM Tucker Robertson

Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative posted on their Facebook about a power outage in Island Park.

Meet the first local babies born in 2025

January 1, 2025 4:19 PM Tucker Robertson

Meet the local babies born on the first day of 2025

New Orleans attacker discussed plans to kill his family and join ISIS in chilling recordings. Here’s what we know

January 1, 2025 3:41 PM CNN

CNN By Casey Tolan, Curt Devine, John Miller, Mark Morales, Paul P. Murphy and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — In a series of videos, the man responsible for the deadly New Year’s attack in New Orleans discussed planning to kill his family and having dreams that helped inspire him to join ISIS, according to multiple

Community All-Stars: The unsung heroes of winter keeping Idaho’s roads safe

January 5, 2025 11:09 AM Kailey Galaviz

As the temperatures drop and the snow falls one questions always seems to come up: “How are the roads?” The people who really know the answer are the hard-working drivers behind the massive snow plows.

Alleged drunk driver runs from deputies in Idaho Falls

January 1, 2025 3:01 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies pursued a speeding vehicle at around 3:00 a.m. Wednesday morning.

New Year’s Eve fight leads to man getting stabbed

December 31, 2024 6:26 PM Curtis Jackson

A fight between multiple teens and young adults resulted in one person being stabbed.

Fireworks, gas tanks and camping fuel used in Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside Las Vegas Trump Hotel

January 1, 2025 1:33 PM CNN Newsource

By Chelsea Bailey, Brynn Gingras, John Miller and Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN (CNN) — Authorities believe fireworks, gas tanks and camping fuel were connected to a detonation system controlled by the driver in the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside a Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Wednesday morning, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the

Driver injured in two-vehicle crash resulting in four-hour traffic jam on New Years Eve

January 1, 2025 1:43 PM News Team

Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle injury crash that occurred on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 4:31 p.m., on westbound SH28 at milepost 39, in Clark County.

Mobile IV clinic serving Southeast Idaho brings hydration to homes

January 1, 2025 3:12 PM Sam Ross

A local business provides a unique service–bringing IV hydration treatments to people’s homes.

Local salon holds fundraiser for employee’s adoption fees

December 31, 2024 3:51 PM Sam Ross

Blades Salon and Spa held a New Year’s Eve fundraiser, with proceeds going to a salon employee who has been raising her niece and was recently given permission to adopt the child.

Pocatello skating rink hosting all-ages New Year’s Eve parties

December 31, 2024 3:55 PM Sam Ross

Deleta Skating and Family Fun Center is celebrating New Year’s Eve with all-ages parties on the rink.

Truck hits D Street underpass in Idaho Falls

December 31, 2024 12:10 PM Curtis Jackson

A semi-truck and trailer hit the D street underpass in downtown Idaho Falls Tuesday morning.

Bingham County Republicans elect chairman once again

December 31, 2024 9:19 AM Curtis Jackson

The Bingham County Republicans met Monday night to re-elect new leadership.

Two winning numbers drawn in Idaho Lottery’s $1,000,000 Raffle

December 30, 2024 8:09 PM News Release

Two lucky Idaho Lottery winning tickets are now worth a guaranteed $1,000,000.

Grand Teton National Park buys Kelly Parcel from Wyoming

December 30, 2024 3:24 PM Curtis Jackson

The U.S. Department of Interior has purchased from the state of Wyoming a one-square-mile piece of land inside the boundaries of Grand Teton National Park for $100 million.

Former President Jimmy Carter visited the area a few times

December 30, 2024 3:02 PM Curtis Jackson

One of his most memorable stops was a family rafting trip down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River.

Pocatello applying for grant to make area of Portneuf River more accessible for floating

December 30, 2024 2:12 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello is applying for a state grant that would fund improvements to the Simplot Trailhead, with the goal of creating a better access point to the Portneuf River.

Staying safe during New Year’s

December 30, 2024 5:35 PM Noah Farley

“We’ve had far too many alcohol-related crashes and fatalities this year, and we would hate to kick off the next year with more of those.”

Cattle truck catches fire blocking I-15 for several hours

December 29, 2024 3:01 PM Tucker Robertson

Bingham County Dispatch told Local News 8 that an accident occured around 1:30 p.m. involving a cattle truck catching fire near exit 108 on I-15.

Proper lithium-ion battery disposal

December 29, 2024 5:06 PM Noah Farley

Lithium-ion batteries can suddenly explode. Even a small one could burn at over two-thousand degrees, says the Power Tool Institute.

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, Nobel winner, dies at 100

December 29, 2024 2:49 PM Associated Press

Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who tried to restore virtue to the White House after the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, then rebounded from a landslide defeat to become a global advocate of human rights and democracy, has died. He was 100 years old. The Carter Center said the 39th

Scheduled road closure at US 191/189, Hoback River Canyon

December 28, 2024 7:07 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon for Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM for avalanche mitigation.

Club Apple ready to help with those “weighty” New Year’s resolutions

December 27, 2024 4:54 PM Ariel Jensen

The holidays have many looking in the mirror and regretting how much they ate. Many want to make a change for the new year.

How local shelters help unusual animals

December 27, 2024 4:57 PM Noah Farley

When less common animals are brought in by Fish and Game, Blackfoot Animal Shelter will post about them on social media to see if they belong to someone.

Raccoon attacked infant in home

December 27, 2024 3:24 PM News Team

On the evening of December 23, 2024, Idaho Fish and Game officers received a report from the Cassia County Sheriff that an infant had been attacked and injured by a raccoon in his parents’ home.

Wyoming Education Savings Account Family Application available New Year’s Day

December 27, 2024 2:59 PM News Team

The following is a news release from the Wyoming Department of Education. Wyoming (WDE)—The first phase of the Wyoming Education Savings Account (ESA) family application will go live on January 1, 2025. Families will be able to navigate to the WDE ESA webpage to input basic information to indicate their interest. No documentation will be

Idaho State University’s Outdoor Adventure Center offers winter fun for everyone

December 27, 2024 2:26 PM Sam Ross

The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) located in Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building has equipment rentals, repairs and area information to get people outside during the winter.

Local veterans express concern overuse of fireworks

December 26, 2024 10:38 PM Nate Lewis

The new year is fast approaching, and with that comes a number of ways to celebrate. Including the use of fireworks. while this can be a great way to ring in the new year, what about the veterans that live in our community?

ISP warns drivers to heed police directions around highway crashes

December 26, 2024 5:06 PM Noah Farley

When there’s a crash on the highway, a trooper will be at the very back behind the crash with a sign, letting drivers know to move into the other lane.

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