Gem Prep breaks ground in Idaho Falls; bringing Idaho campus total to eight
Educators are welcoming a new charter school coming to Idaho Falls with a groundbreaking ceremony this…
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From Sin City to the Gem State, Grand Teton Energy Systems opens in Rexburg
A Las Vegas company has moved its business to eastern Idaho. Grand Teton Energy Systems has begun manufacturing lithium-ion batteries in…
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Traffic barriers created on Anderson Street near railroad tracks
Construction crews have added new concrete barriers around the railroad crossing on Anderson…
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Utah man dies after medical emergency leads to crash on I-84
A Utah man died Wednesday morning after suffering a medical emergency while driving on Interstate 84 near Malta.…
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Body of missing Ririe motorcyclist found near Heise
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said a missing motorcyclist’s body was found Wednesday morning near the Y intersection of Kelly Canyon Road…
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Pocatello building new stretch of trail along I-15
City construction crews are working on a new, nearly one-mile long stretch of trail along I-15 between Pocatello Creek Road and Monte Vista Drive,…
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Fish salvage orders ending soon for some Southeast Idaho waters
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Southeast Region is reminding anglers that fish salvage orders are still in effect for some waters in Franklin…
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Idaho’s wheat lands $1.2 billion deal with Taiwan
Idaho and Taiwan signed today a $1.2 billion, three-year letter of intent for U.S. wheat exports. Lt. Governor Scott Bedke, Idaho wheat officials and…
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Two semi-truck drivers hospitalized after rear-end collision north of Rupert
Two men were hospitalized Tuesday night after a dual semi truck crash on State Highway 24 north of Rupert.
According to the Idaho State Police, just…
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American Falls Reservoir is at 3% full and falling
The American Falls Reservoir is starting autumn on the low side, being only 3% full. The low water levels have exposed some of the American Falls’…
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Idaho Falls’ LDS Temple celebrates 80th anniversary of dedication
The Idaho Falls LDS Temple was dedicated 80 years ago on…
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Portneuf Health Brake for Breakfast set for Wednesday, October 1
Portneuf Health invites the community to participate in its 26th annual Brake for Breakfast activities as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.…
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Rigby Police arrest teen driver for drug distribution
A routine traffic stop in Rigby on Monday night led to the discovery of a significant quantity of illegal drugs and the arrest of a 16-year-old male…
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Car rolls on its top on 17th St. in Idaho Falls
Police are investigating a crash involving at least two cars at the intersection of 17th and Ashment on Tuesday afternoon.…
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Hiker dies after fall on Diamond Peak, Two others rescued
A hiking trip on Diamond Peak ended in tragedy last Saturday when a 52-year-old woman fell and disappeared from sight while descending the mountain…
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New AAA research warns of sharp increase in dangerous behavior behind the wheel
Patient drivers wanted. That’s AAA’s message after new research confirms that 96% of drivers have taken aggressive actions behind the wheel…
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Rosemark Women Care Specialists to transition to one location
Rosemark Women Care Specialists is proud to announce the expansion of its Potomac facility, marking an exciting new chapter of growth and enhanced…
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Senator Risch discusses nuclear’s future, licensing hurdles
Nuclear power continued to be a big topic in eastern Idaho Monday afternoon as Senator Jim Risch spoke with the Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce…
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Historic groundbreaking for new power plant
“We are experiencing a real…nuclear renaissance, not only here in America, but on the entire…
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Governor Little creates new task force focused on nuclear energy
Governor Brad Little announced he signed an executive order to create the Idaho Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force.…
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Traffic delays expected on Teton Pass Tuesday morning due to avalanche infrastructure maintenance
The Wyoming Department of Transportation would like to inform drivers that WYDOT crews will be performing maintenance on some avalanche…
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Kimmel’s show to return — but not everywhere
By Elizabeth Wagmeister, Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will return to ABC on Tuesday night, the network said Monday,…
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BYU-Idaho student remembered in vigil after fatal crash
The Brigham Young University-Idaho community gathered yesterday to mourn and honor the life of Bradley Thomas Beaver, a 20-year-old student from…
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Rexburg man sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession of child pornography
“Parents need to know that predators like this are operating in our communities, seeking out images of children being exploited,” said Attorney…
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Idaho Falls investigating the death of city worker
An Idaho Falls city worker died while they were on duty. City spokesperson Kimberly Felker said emergency responders were called to the scene on…
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CEI student, Christopher Gress, wins national AAMA essay competition
Christopher Gress, a student in the Medical Assisting program at College of Eastern Idaho (CEI), has been named the sole national winner of the 2025…
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Republicans select three names to replace District 35A State Representative
Precinct Committee Officers from Legislative District 35 will host a public meeting on Saturday, September 20, at Inkom City Hall to nominate three…
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Symphony tickets available for check out this season at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library is offering Idaho State Civic Symphony and Idaho State University theater tickets for check out during the 2025-2026…
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Photography workshops to be held at Craters of the Moon to celebrate National Public Lands Day
Craters of the Moon is inviting people to celebrate National Park Day by attending a nature photography workshop on…
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Hundreds enjoy modern and classic cars at Shelley Spud Day Car Show
“You can’t go to the gas station or anywhere without somebody coming over, commenting on how much they like your truck,” Shipley said. “I can take…
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Memorial Service for assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk held today
A massive crowd is expected to gather today at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie…
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Hundreds join Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association says if someone thinks they might be developing the brain disease, they should talk about it with someone they trust,…
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Bannock County restores funding to Pocatello nonprofits after public outcry
Bannock County commissioners have taken action to restore some funding that was previously cut from Pocatello-area…
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Local experts urge parents to spot signs of trauma after viral murders
Two murders circulated on the internet, adults, teens, and even children were exposed to these…
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U-Pick Red Barn has soft opening with Special Needs Day
Visitors enjoyed riding the barn’s train, navigating the straw maze, and bouncing on the jumper…
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Detectives drop from helicopter to recover remains believed to be Travis Decker, who’s accused of killing 3 daughters
By Holly Yan, Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — Months after the bodies of three young sisters were found suffocated and abandoned in the Washington…
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Former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin advocates for accused in voter fraud case
On Wednesday, Local News 8 spoke with former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin, following the initial court appearance of Teara Galbraith, one of the…
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Education Secretary Linda McMahon visits Jackson to promote shift of education power to States
Since shuttering portions of the Department of Education, President Trump has tasked United States Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to take the…
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Idaho Falls School District 91 teachers ratify contract after months of negotiation
“I think a lot of the issues that we’ve had through these negotiations coming down to, the legislature. The district and the association would both…
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Pocatello Valley Montessori School hosts ‘Human-Powered Rodeo’ with Idaho Walk Bike Alliance Thursday
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store celebrates grand reopening after expansive renovations
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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Idaho Foodbank hosting “A Seat at the Table” fundraiser in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Foodbank provided 21 million meals worth of food in the last fiscal…
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Erika Kirk named CEO of Turning Point USA
By Michael Williams, CNN (CNN) — Erika Kirk has been named CEO of Turning Point USA, taking over the organization that her husband, Charlie…
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Montana man charged in Island Park voter fraud case
Local News 8 can now confirm another Island Park property owner has been charged with voter fraud. That brings the total to…
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LDS Church donates 40,000 pounds of food to Pocatello pantries and schools
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stocked the shelves of Pocatello food pantries on Wednesday with a considerable…
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Pocatello Regional Airport runs training drill on Wednesday
The Pocatello Regional Airport conducted a live emergency exercise with the Pocatello Police Department, Pocatello Fire Department, and Portnuef…
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Small plane crashes into building near Rigby
A small plane crashed near a building in Rigby. The crash was reported after 11:30 a.m. on Holbrooke and Yellowstone Hwy.…
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Utah Valley University students return to class one week after Charlie Kirk was killed on campus
Students are returning to class Wednesday at Utah Valley University just days after prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed…
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Solo hiker hospitalized after bear encounter near Yellowstone Lake
A 29-year-old solo hiker is recovering at a local hospital after a bear attack on the Turbid Lake Trail in Yellowstone National Park. The incident,…
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See the text messages that prosecutors say Charlie Kirk shooting suspect exchanged with his roommate
By Matt Stiles and Gillian Roberts, CNN (CNN) — Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, allegedly texted his roommate the day of the…
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UPDATE: US 20 lanes reopen after SUV and RV trailer crash near Rexburg
An accident involving an SUV and RV trailer crashed on US 20 near milepost 332.…
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Driver airlifted to EIRMC following fiery Teton Pass crash
A hauler truck driver was hospitalized early Tuesday morning after their vehicle veered off Wyoming Highway 22 on the Teton Pass.
The incident…
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“I want our kids to choose to stay here” Gov. Brad Little addresses economic concerns, education and more
“There’s a certain group of our children that are always going to have the opportunity to go into higher education, but it has gotten, over time,…
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Soda Springs Geyser roars to life after three-month repair
After three months of silence, the famous Soda Springs Geyser is once again erupting. A mechanical failure had sidelined the world-famous man-made…
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Construction begins on new Pocatello Pathway from Monte Vista to Pocatello Creek
Construction is underway on the Monte Vista to Pocatello Creek Road Pathway Project, located on the east side of Interstate I-15 in…
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League of Women Voters set up shop at ISU for National Voter Registration Day event
The League of Women Voters of Pocatello set up voter registration stations at the Pond Student Union building and Eli M. Oboler Library at Idaho…
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Idaho Falls pizza shop says social media blew customer dispute out of proportion, will reopen Thursday
A local pizza shop, Pie Hole, has temporarily closed its doors, citing online threats, after a dispute involving a customer wearing a MAGA hat blew…
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Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with murder as prosecutors announce they will seek death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has been formally charged with aggravated murder, two counts of…
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Heads Up, Pocatello: Expect sirens and lights as airport conducts emergency exercise tomorrow
The Pocatello Regional Airport is scheduled to conduct a triennial live emergency exercise tomorrow, September 17th, from 9 AM to noon. This…
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Pocatello horse-based therapy program hosting fundraiser event with celebrity guest Wednesday
Bridle Up Hope, a non-profit equestrian-based therapy and self-esteem building program, is hosting ‘A Night of Hope’ fundraiser event with food, live…
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Robert Redford, actor, director, environmentalist, dead at 89
CNN By Tricia Escobedo, CNN (CNN) — Robert Redford, the dashing actor and Oscar-winning director who eschewed his status as a Hollywood leading…
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Chubbuck police standoff suspect appears in court, charged with aggravated assault
A 36-year-old man appeared in court today following a police standoff at an Extended Stay hotel over the weekend. Joshua Dahlinghaus is facing a…
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Addiction and mental health recovery festival coming up Friday
“The biggest step is to make that phone call or show up somewhere and ask for help, and that’s always very honored when someone has the strength to…
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Two Montana residents sentenced for drug trafficking conspiracy
A Montana man and woman have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute large quantities of methamphetamine and…
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BYU-Idaho’s 25th year marked by record enrollment
Brigham Young University-Idaho is celebrating a record-breaking fall semester with an overall enrollment of 25,000 students. This milestone includes…
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Sage Hill Casino to temporarily close to undergo major renovations
The Sage Hill Casino, located South of Blackfoot, I-15 Exit 89, will be temporarily closed from Sunday, September 21, through Wednesday, October 15,…
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From science fiction to reality: 3D tech helps save Utah teacher’s kidney
A Utah teacher is preparing to return to the classroom after doctors at Intermountain Health used cutting-edge 3D modeling and robotic technology to…
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IFPC files tort claim against Boise School District over restroom encounter
“We will hold Boise High School accountable for the psychological and emotional harm that its actions caused this teenage girl, who was…
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White House requests $58 million in security funding from Congress following Kirk assassination
By Arlette Saenz, Alison Main, Ted Barrett, CNN (CNN) — The White House has requested an additional $58 million in security funding for the…
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A TikTok deal has finally been reached with China, the Trump administration says
By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — A deal has been reached between the Trump administration and China to keep TikTok operational in the United…
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Judge dismisses wrongful termination lawsuit against Idaho AG
“Idahoans elected me to protect families, uphold the Constitution, and ensure government follows the law,” said Attorney General…
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The investigation into Charlie Kirk’s killing continues. Here’s what we know
By Piper Hudspeth Blackburn, CNN (CNN) — Charlie Kirk’s assassination continues to reverberate across the United States as investigators work…
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75-year-old Ammon man killed in motorcycle crash near Fremont County
A 75-year-old man from Ammon is dead following a motorcycle crash on Saturday morning near Island Park.
According to the Idaho State Police, the…
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Elk mating season begins: Outdoor enthusiasts urged to use caution
Some people might hear elk bugling off in the distance, which sounds like high-pitched screaming. Bulls make these sounds to attract female elk and…
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Overturned fuel trailer causes delays on US-91 south of Idaho Falls
An overturned fuel trailer is causing partial traffic delays on U.S. Highway 91, just north of Shelley, near the Bingham and Bonneville County line.…
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Idaho Fish and Game issues salvage order for Blackfoot’s Jensen Grove Pond
Effective from now until Oct. 15, 2025, Idaho Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for Jensen Grove Pond in Blackfoot. This means anglers can…
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Lights, Camera, Science: Local students featured in national science education video
Students at William Thomas Middle School recently had a unique opportunity to showcase their science skills on a national stage. A film crew from…
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Suspect taken into custody following standoff with police in Chubbuck
Police in Chubbuck say a man was taken into custody following a standoff Sunday.…
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Two arrested after incendiary device found under local Fox TV news van in Utah
By Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — Two suspects are in custody after an incendiary device was found under a vehicle belonging to KSTU, a local TV…
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Idaho Falls celebrates Mexico Independence Day
September 16 commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain in…
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Hundreds cheer for monster truck show
“We’re gonna put trucks on their nose. We’re gonna put trucks on their tailgates, and we might even be putting them upside down…
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“With a little commitment, we can do hard things”: Idaho Falls man finishes 100 marathons
For most people, completing a single marathon is a life-changing accomplishment. For Kalvin Pike of Idaho Falls, it was just the beginning.
On…
District 91 and Idaho Falls Education Association Reach Tentative Agreement
The Education Association will be holding a ratification meeting on Wednesday, September 17th, at 3:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Taylor View…
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New students pile into Rexburg for the new BYU-I Fall semester
Fall semester is usually the busiest one for the BYU-I school year, but some returning students say they are surprised by just how many people are…
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Dr. Jeff Meldrum, beloved ISU professor and renowned “Bigfoot” expert, dies at 65
Meldrum was a pillar and the longest serving member of the university’s Department of Biological Sciences, where he had taught since 1993. Beyond the…
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Bringing Shakespeare to Life: ISU blends tech and humanities in new VR project
Idaho State University is bringing classical literature to life in a new way. Professors and students from the English and Computer Science…
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Protest over Perez shooting draws small crowd, demands police reform
A small group of Pocatello residents gathered for a community protest Tuesday, demanding police reform and increased accountability following the…
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College of Eastern Idaho’s nursing program ranked 3rd in Idaho
It received the ranking due to it’s impressive rate of its students passing the NCLEX-RN certification exam, as well as its “robust curriculum…
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“Business Pitch” competition at ISU, with $4,500 Prize
Are you a high school student with a great business idea? Idaho State University’s Business Pitch competition is now open for registration. The…
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Deputies cleared in Shelley officer-involved shooting, Prosecutor says deadly force was justified
Three Bonneville County and three Bingham County sheriff’s deputies will not face criminal charges for their use of force in the shooting death of…
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Pocatello Police warn of rise in AI-powered virtual kidnapping scams
The Pocatello Police Department is urging residents to be on high alert following a recent increase in virtual kidnapping and ransom scams. The…
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IDWR issues September methodology order, Idaho farmers avoid new water restrictions despite dry summer
Farmers across Idaho can breathe a sigh of relief as the state’s water officials have announced that no new water restrictions are needed this year,…
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Firefighters battle several lightning-caused blazes in Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Fire crews are actively working to contain several small, lightning-caused wildfires that have recently sparked in the Caribou-Targhee National…
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What we know about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson
By Casey Tolan, Scott Glover, Curt Devine, Jeff Winter, Isabelle Chapman, Allison Gordon, John Miller, CNN Washington, Utah (CNN) — Growing up…
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Trump says suspect in custody in killing of Charlie Kirk
President Donald Trump has said that a suspect is in custody related to the killing of Charlie Kirk.
“I think with a high degree of certainty we…
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Memorial Stair Climb at ISU honors 9/11 First Responders
Participants climbed the equivalent of 110 flights of stairs, the same number first responders climbed up the World Trade…
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New 9/11 monument revealed in Ammon
On September 11, 2025, the Bonneville County Fire Department, in collaboration with Heroes Defense, unveiled a poignant 9/11 memorial in Ammon,…
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The Wild West in Action: Mounted Shooting gallops into Rigby Saturday
The Gem State Showdown, a thrilling display of cowboy mounted shooting, is galloping into Rigby, Idaho, this Saturday, September 13. Hosted by the…
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Denver-area high school shooting suspect was ‘radicalized,’ officials say
The suspected shooter who critically wounded two students at Evergreen High School in Colorado during their third week of classes this semester…
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“Truly a community area”: Idaho Fish and Game reminds public how to protect Edson Fichter Nature Area
With more visitors than ever enjoying the Edson Fichter Nature Area, Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) is issuing a reminder to the public on how to best…
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