Bingham County Search and Rescue receives new underwater drone
Bingham County Search and Rescue received a new underwater…
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Washington man indicted in Lane Clark Rest Area murder case
A Grand Jury in Bonneville County has indicted a man for being an accessory to murder.…
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New NASA mission launches to observe ‘invisible universe’ on Earth
A revolutionary new satellite that will provide an unprecedented look at Earth’s microscopic marine life and tiny atmospheric particles has…
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Free webinar offers tips for filing 2023 income taxes
Filing income taxes doesn’t have to be confusing.…
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Moose plows down ski mountain in Jackson Hole
A moose ran wild chasing skiers at a Jackson Hole ski…
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3 sentenced for $3.5 million COVID-19 Relief fraud scheme
The defendants’ conduct was part of larger COVID-19 fraud…
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Idaho death row inmate nearing execution wants a new clemency hearing. The last one ended in a tie
An Idaho man scheduled to be executed at the end of the month is asking a federal court to put his lethal injection on hold and order a new clemency…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport seeks public input for master plan at open house
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport will release its comprehensive master plan at the Skyline Activity Center…
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Super Bowl Sunday: How grocery stores are preparing for high demand
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Super Bowl celebration comes with a specific array of menu items fans look forward to eating during the big game.…
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Work set to begin on Rexburg interchanges in March
Changes will soon be coming to two overpasses on US20 in Rexburg. Idaho Transportation Department is planning to make the bridges as diverging…
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Protecting your home from household pests
“Even though it’s still snowing…we still want to treat for those…
Continue Reading Retirement may be a thing of the past – How the older generation can find success landing a job
Retirement is seemingly becoming a thing of the past as new research shows older workers’ overall contribution to the labor force is…
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ISU sees increase in spring enrollment
Idaho State University is reporting an increase in total student…
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AARP Foundation provides free tax preparation services
You can get free tax preparation assistance across Idaho through AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide…
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Counties where children have the best opportunity for economic mobility in Idaho
Wealth Enhancement Group compiled a list of counties where children have the most potential for economic mobility in…
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2 east Idaho men each sentenced to 10 years for attempted sex crimes against minor child
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the outcomes in two separate East Idaho cases in which the defendants were sentenced to 10 years in federal…
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Neighbors in Downey concerned about solar farm development
Destroy property values and take up farmland. Those are some of the concerns circulating about a potential solar farm in Bannock County. Local News…
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Rural Idaho hydropower plants to receive millions in grants from Department of Energy
Local hydropower projects are getting millions of dollars in grant money to improve their…
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Idaho Falls listed top performing city in the nation once again
For the second year in a row and the third time in 4 years, Idaho Falls is the Milken Institute’s “Best Preforming Small City” in the nation. Milken…
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Rexburg detectives reflect on their decades of service
A pair of Rexburg police officers retired Tuesday after a combined total of nearly 59 years of…
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Police investigate social media threat involving Pocatello High School
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Pocatello Police were notified of a possible threat against Pocatello High School Tuesday morning. The threat was…
Continue Reading Mental Health Monday: How unlimited social media use impacts teens
Statistics show more children are hurting themselves because of situations involving social media, leaving many parents looking for…
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Northwest lawmakers introduce bill that would stop federal money from funding Snake River Dams removal
House Republicans recently accused the Biden administration of reaching a “secret” deal that would breach four dams on the Lower Snake…
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City/contractor admits to mistakes in Blackfoot demolition
ter the recent demolition of a well known building in Blackfoot was demolished many are still reeling with questions. The old Melina’s restaurant on…
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Man surrenders to deputies after barricading himself in Ammon home
A man who barricaded himself in a home in Ammon surrendered to deputies Monday…
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Bannock County hosts public meeting on Monday to discuss solar energy project regulationsÂ
A discussion on regulations for potential solar farms in Bannock County is being held on…
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Center Street underpass to close for construction
Work on the Center Street Underpass in Historic Downtown Pocatello is set to begin February 20, 2024.…
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Local News 8 investigates – 7 steps to vetting a contractor before you hire
10 homeowners are out tens of thousands of dollars and a local non profit is out hundreds of thousands.
From digging through court documents and…
Popular pizza chain sets the record straight
Papa Tom’s started getting puzzling calls from patrons, upset and under the impression that Papa Tom’s supported Idahoans for Open Primaries, ahead…
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Lava Hot Springs celebrates annual Fire and Ice Festival boosting winter tourism
The first full weekend in February in Lava Hot Springs is a time for celebration and fun. Bringing blazing lights and fun into the dark shadow of…
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Portneuf Cardiovascular team promotes heart health
February is National Heart Health Month, and the Cardiovascular team at Portneuf Medical Center is trying to encourage people to take care of their…
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Reed’s Dairy celebrates Ice Cream Breakfast Day with community
It has been a tradition for the past eight years and despite a fire on site, Reed’s Dairy still found a way to invite the public to their stores to…
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Luke Bryan set to perform concert in Idaho Falls Aug. 1
Country music fans may be excited to hear Luke Bryan will be performing a concert this summer in eastern Idaho.…
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Work to begin on expanding the Canal Trail
The project is expected to continue through…
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State requests public comments for new 2024-2027 state workforce plan
Public comments are being accepted until 5 p.m. on Feb.…
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Soda Vine switches ownership, changes to Fixxology
SodaVine, the retro-style soda and sweets shop, is officially closed after owner Robyn Eastin decided to…
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DEQ awards nearly $270,000 to four drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial…
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Officials investigate Fort Hall residential fire
Officials are investigating a residential fire that happened at 126 W. Agency Rd. #2 in Fort Hall…
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Idaho coroner releases names of the 3 men who were killed when a Boise aircraft hangar collapsed
The names of three Idaho men killed when an airport hangar under construction in Boise collapsed were released by the Ada County Coroner on…
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Loneliness around Valentine’s Day can reveal problems with alcohol
“Let’s get proactive and try to address these things early and and circumvented and and it’s much easier to do it early…
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Avalanche warnings in place for Sawtooth Mountains
We have some light rain showers Friday morning as it is the start as to what is to be a long wet…
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Bridal Expo coming to Rexburg
A Bridal Expo is coming to Rexburg helping 2024 and future brides get a good look at vendors and resources in the area to plan a successful wedding…
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Local News 8 investigates – “Some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability,” says Randy Neal
“What we’re seeing is some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability…” Bonneville County prosecutor Randy Neal told Local News…
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Governor Little to visit southern border
Idaho Governor Brad Little will be heading to Texas next…
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IEA voices concern over legislation allowing guns in schools
The Idaho Education Association is calling on the Idaho Senate to reject a House-passed bill that allows teachers and staff with an enhanced…
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Bighorn sheep and elk aerial surveys planned in the Salmon Region during February
Wildlife biologists with Idaho Fish and Game will take to the sky across the Salmon Region during February to get a closer look at bighorn sheep and…
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Gordon expresses thanks for support of sold-out prayer breakfast
The 2024 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast is now sold out, and Governor Mark Gordon thanks the people of Wyoming for their…
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Local News 8 investigates – Local contractor shares his side
Local News 8 is getting answers; investigating a local contractor who left jobs unfinished and then shut down his business. We’ve spoken with the…
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Coffee sales keep Idaho truckers going
If truck drivers are the lifeblood of America, caffeine is what’s in their…
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Man killed in accident involving Sheriff’s patrol vehicle
An accident involving a Binghan County Sheriff’s deputy is under investigation.…
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Mountain America launches 2nd annual Elevate Scholarship Program
“We want to make sure that this is an unbiased, fair look at these…
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Applying for college scholarships more easily
“But there’s a lot of resources that schools have and a lot of people that have the knowledge that they’re seeking and kind of guide them the right…
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Arco business owners convicted of income tax evasion
The Butte County District Court recently convicted the owners of an Arco, Idaho construction company of income tax evasion and theft related to money…
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Tree falls into powerline, ignites fire
A powerline that had fallen onto a gas meter ignited a small fire at a Bonneville County home.…
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Bonneville Prosecuting Attorney to seek death penalty in Chris Foiles case
Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal filed notice today of the State’s Intent to Seek the Death Penalty in the case of Chris Brandon…
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3 killed and 9 injured in collapse of private hangar under construction at Boise airport, officials say
Three people were killed and nine others were injured when a privately owned hangar under construction collapsed on airport property in Idaho’s…
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“Remind them that they’re not forgotten” –Valentines for Seniors
JustServe Idaho Falls is looking for those who want to share the love this Valentine’s Day…
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Recent warmth tests many winter recreation areas, but ski resorts have passed the test
More snow is coming, and some people are thrilled because the recent warmth has been a…
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Rekindle your love this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just weeks away, and it’s never too early to start planning ways to make your significant other feel…
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Attorneys for the man charged in University of Idaho stabbings seek change of venue
Attorneys for the man charged with stabbing four University of Idaho students to death in late 2022 are seeking a change of venue, saying he cannot…
Continue Reading Bill to arm some teachers passes House
A bill that would allow concealed carry for Idaho public school teachers passed the house…
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Man sentenced for fraud related to unemployment insurance benefits
A 79-year-old Post Falls man was sentenced for using or trafficking in unauthorized access devices in relation to an unemployment insurance…
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Pedigree Stage Stop Race times remain close
Coste has now won four out of five…
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Wyoming flag be Flown at half staff at Capitol, in Campbell and Converse counties on Friday
Governor Mark Gordon has ordered the Wyoming State Flag be flown at half staff at the Capitol in Cheyenne and in Campbell County from sunrise to…
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D251 hires new Director of Elementary Education for upcoming school year
Jefferson Joint School District 251 has hired a new Director of Elementary Education for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.…
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Investigation into man found dead on Fort Hall Reservation underway
An investigation is underway after a man was found dead on the Fort Hall…
Continue Reading Earth’s moon is shrinking. Here’s what scientists say that could mean
A region of the moon that’s at the center of a new international space race because it may contain water ice could be less hospitable than once…
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Nominations open for 2025 Idaho Teacher of the Year
The Idaho Department of Education is again seeking nominations for the state’s most prestigious award for educators, CapEd Credit Union Idaho…
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Gordon announces roadmap to improve mental health care in Wyoming
Governor Mark Gordon launched an initiative to address Wyoming’s ongoing mental health crisis.…
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Kids win big at Hyde Pond Kids Ice Fishing Derby
More than 60 young anglers came out for the 31st Annual Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby held Jan. 27 at Hyde Pond near…
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Local News 8 investigates – Eastern Idaho homeowners and local non-profit say contractor took their money and ran
Homeowners out thousands and a local non-profit out hundreds of thousands of dollars. Local News 8 is getting answers; investigating a local…
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Scott Cleveland challenges Rep. Mike Simpson in Republican primary
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has a challenger in this year’s primary election. Scott Cleveland is running to represent Idaho’s 2nd congressional…
Continue Reading 3 killed and 9 injured in collapse of private hangar under construction at Boise airport, officials say
Three people were killed and nine others were injured when a privately owned hangar under construction collapsed on airport property in Idaho’s…
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Ruling moves University of Idaho closer toward controversial bid to acquire University of Phoenix
The University of Idaho said Wednesday it would move forward with its planned acquisition of the for-profit University of Phoenix for nearly $700…
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U of I researcher to help update national alcohol guidelines
“So actually, there there is quite a bit of national interest in this because our our conclusions will be used to set…
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Free dental services to be provided at “Give Kids a Smile” event in Pocatello
Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood…
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2 cars hit head-on
A car accident at the intersection of John Adams Parkway and Hitt Road delayed traffic…
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ITD works to reduce plastics in soil
When you think of where to reduce plastic waste, the Idaho Transportation Department may not be the place that comes to…
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House bill to limit unfair chase in hunting
A law working through the Idaho Legislature is hoping to stop some people from getting an edge over others when it comes to…
Continue Reading Idaho’s longest-serving death row inmate has new execution date
Idaho’s longest-serving death row inmate has a new execution…
Continue Reading Idaho House members delay bills to arm school teachers
House Representatives have put on hold a bill that would give school teachers a right to carry guns while at…
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Appeals court upholds injunction blocking Idaho law banning transgender care for minors
An Idaho State ban on gender affirming care for transgender minors is being blocked once again from going into…
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Rookie musher maintains lead of Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race after halfway mark
The big story remains the European versus North American match-up between racers Remy Coste
of France and defending champion Anny Malo of Quebec,…
Man sentenced to 20 years for fentanyl, methamphetamine trafficking
A 31-year-old Caldwell man was sentenced to 240 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine, U.S.…
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Venmo will provide tax forms this year
One tax form we need to not forget is the one that comes from…
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Ice Palace closes for season due to warm weather
Due to the unseasonably warm weather, the Ice Palace announced Monday it will be closed for the rest of the season.…
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“I do not see the logic in terminating someone after their first year.” Teton County, Wyo. Fire Chief speaks out after resigning
The fire chief in Teton County, Wyoming said he will accept a settlement agreement from county commissioners to resign. Stephen Jellie was offered…
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Norovirus making the rounds in Wyoming again
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reports Norovirus is probably a behind recently increased reports of illnesses in…
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Former high school teacher accused of rape pleads not guilty
Jessica Lawson, former teacher at South Fremont High School, was in court for arraignment Wednesday.…
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Walk-in clinics scheduled for veterans applying for Property Tax Reduction program
Applications are now open for Idaho’s Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program and Property Tax Benefit for Disabled Veterans, which help qualified…
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34th annual fundraiser for Holy Spirit Catholic School on Saturday
This year’s 34th annual Holy Spirit Catholic School auction will be held on Saturday at the Grand Idaho Inn & Suites on 1399 Bench Road in…
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3 things to know this morning – January 31, 2024
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Jeremy Best’s attorney files motion to dismiss indictment over mental health claims
The attorney for Jeremy Best has filed a motion to dismiss his indictment. Best is the father who allegedly killed his pregnant wife and…
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Students in Idaho Falls District 91 explore their future options
For the third year, Idaho Falls School District 91 has hosted a career fair to help encourage its students to embark on the quest to try and plan…
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Human trafficking rates rise in Idaho
“Some of those are for, you know, prostitution purposes or or are runaways or people that get tied into gangs and things like…
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Impress your friends with some new appetizers for your Super Bowl Party
If you’re looking for new appetizers to spice up your Super Bowl parties, try taking a master class with the Idaho Commercial Kitchen in Idaho Falls…
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – January 30, 2024
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Bighorn sheep capture effort scheduled in Salmon Region
Idaho Department of Fish and Game is working with the Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation on its third year of a research program in the Salmon Region to…
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Top cruise trends for 2024
Smaller ships, solo trips and luxury suites take center stage this…
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Pierre Lake sentenced for murder, attempted murder
19-year-old Pierre Lake was sentenced Monday for the murder of Ralph Brian and attempted murder of Karen…
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