New study warns against risks of ‘time-traveling pathogens’
By Ava Loomar, CNN (CNN) — As the climate warms, scientists have suggested that “time-traveling pathogens” unleashed by thawing Arctic…
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Man pleads guilty to kidnapping ex-girlfriend and transporting her to Idaho
A 41-year-old Lompoc, California man pleaded guilty to kidnapping his ex-girlfriend and transporting her from California to Idaho where she was…
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Grizzly bear relocated to reduce conflict potential
After consultation with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department captured and relocated an adult male…
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Gov. Little announces senior level staff changes
Governor Brad Little announced changes to key senior level staff positions in his office…
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Idaho’s July unemployment rate increases to 2.8%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate experienced a slight increase in July, rising from June’s rate of 2.7% to…
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New trial court administrator selected for Idaho’s Sixth Judicial District
The Idaho Supreme Court has appointed Jason Dye as the new trial court administrator for the Sixth Judicial District.…
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Blue-light glasses don’t help with eye strain, major study says
Adding a blue-light filter to your eyeglasses may not ease eye strain from computer work, protect the retina or help with sleep at night, according…
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Incredible images reveal nature’s more obscure side
A photo of a bright orange fungus growing on deadwood, with its striking color resplendent against the darkness, has been crowned winner of this…
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How crowded is Yellowstone? Nearly 1 million people visited in July
By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — If you’ve been looking for some peace and quiet in the great outdoors, the marquee names in the US National…
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Grand Teton rangers urge visitors to take personal safety seriously
Park rrangers have already conducted 12 search and rescue (SAR) missions in Grand Teton this…
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CEI Foundation’s annual Great Race for Education raises $100K
The College of Eastern Idaho raised more than $100,000 in scholarship money during the latest Great Race for Education…
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Federal appeals court upholds block of Idaho transgender athletes law
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld a decision blocking Idaho’s first-in-the-nation ban on transgender athletes in girls and women’s…
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3 things to do this weekend
If you’re looking for some fun events to fill your weekend with, here are three things you can check out this weekend.…
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3 things to know this morning – August 18, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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2 killed in accident near Arco
Their identities have not been released at this…
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Motorcyclist hospitalized after crash
The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening…
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Scientists unlock mysteries of magnetars, the most magnetic objects in the universe
Magnetars are among the most bizarre and mysterious objects in the universe, packing in trillions of times more magnetic pull than the Earth or any…
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BLM issues decision to protect Idaho’s American Falls Archaeological District cultural resources
o protect nationally significant Tribal and cultural resources dating back thousands of years, the Bureau of Land Management issued a decision…
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Idaho school superintendent addresses teacher shortage
Idaho’s new superintendent of public instruction, Debbie Critchfield, made a stop in Madison County ahead of the new school year.…
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Absentee ballot deadline nears for school bond and levy elections
School bond and levy elections will be held in 11 out of 44 Idaho counties on Election Day, August 29, 2023.…
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Various Idaho Falls construction projects on schedule
Idaho Falls Public Works says most of the various construction projects around town are going well and on schedule, with several roads now…
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Gordon frustrated with BLM’s long-awaited draft Rock Springs Resource Management Plan revision
The BLM released its Rock Springs draft Resource Management Plan (RMP) Thursday.…
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Extreme fire dangers warrant checking months old burn piles for smoldering material
Since much of Idaho now faces Extreme or Very High fire danger, Idaho Department of Lands fire managers ask anyone who burned large piles of…
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Extra officers patrolling for impaired drivers
If you see or suspect someone is driving while impaired, call your local law enforcement or *ISP (*477) to report it…
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Idaho Power application to expand optional clean energy offerings approved
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has approved an application from Idaho Power that will allow the utility to expand optional clean energy…
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Alarming discovery on banks of Salmon River
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game said calls and emails came pouring in Tuesday reporting a shark washed up on the shores of the Salmon River…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Man sentenced to 26 years for trafficking methamphetamine and guns in eastern Idaho
A 41-year-old California man was sentenced to 26 years in federal prison for importing and distributing methamphetamine in eastern Idaho in exchange…
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Jefferson County Fair continues to grow
Many families in the Rigby area gathering at the fairgrounds this week for the Jefferson County Fair.…
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10th Circuit upholds Wyoming’s Regional Haze plan, rejects EPA proposal
Wyoming had a key court victory this week.…
Continue Reading Little appoints Fourth Judicial District judge
Governor Brad Little announced his appointment of Annie McDevitt as District Judge to the Fourth Judicial…
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Teton Geo Center: The starting point for your next Teton Valley Adventure
Located next to the Driggs City Hall on Main Street, the Teton Geo Center can serve as a leading off point for any tourist’s or local’s next…
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Día Del Museo making a return to the Museum of Idaho
Día Del Museo is coming back to the Museum of Idaho this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.…
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July 2023 Yellowstone visitation
Yellowstone National Park hosted 969,692 recreation visits in July…
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Idaho gas prices keep climbing
“For Idaho drivers, it’s been another week of rising gas prices, with no end in sight,” AAA of Idaho…
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12-year-old calls 911 to report fire
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time but is under investigation by IFFD’s Fire Prevention and Investigation Division.…
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Plan ahead for upcoming Grand Teton construction closures
Travelers in Grand Teton National Park should plan ahead for construction closures during installation of new restroom facilities throughout the…
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Fall 2023 prescribed fire on South Zone of Salmon-Challis National Forest
Prescribed fire activity is highly weather…
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3 juveniles arrested after pursuit
No names will be released due to the suspects being…
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8 years ago DeOrr Kunz Jr. disappeared – Kunz family lawyer speaking out after former investigator gets involved again
On Tuesday, the father’s lawyer is speaking out about how his client is coping and how they feel about a former investigator getting involved…
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Endangered missing person alert canceled
Police have issued an endangered missing person alert for an 85-year-old man.…
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Idaho Falls man indicted for possession with intent to distribute 70,000 pills containing fentanyl
A jury trial is scheduled for Oct. 10,…
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District 25’s Bond Option “A” moves forward in plans to renovate Highland High School after fire
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 will be asking voters to approve an estimated 42-million dollar bond to renovate Highland High School and…
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Henry’s Fork Watershed Council tour the Ashton Dam
The Henry’s Fork Watershed Council was first formed in…
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Bonneville Commons first homes nearing completion
NeighborWorks Pocatello is making significant progress with its Bonneville Commons subdivision at the site of the former Bonneville Elementary…
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Rigby woman killed in crash
Police are also investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that killed a Rigby woman late Monday…
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Driver inattention being investigated as possible cause of fatal crash
On Monday, a fatal crash occurred around milepost 131 on Interstate 25 northbound, south of Douglas, Wyoming.…
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Most have heard of fire restrictions, but few know how they’re set
Many Idahoans have heard of fire restrictions during the summertime, but how decisions to implement restrictions are made, and who makes those calls,…
Continue Reading Juvenile charged for striking another with wrench
Names of the juveniles involved will not be…
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Lt. Governor Bedke to attend Greater Idaho Falls Chamber luncheon
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber will host Idaho State Lt. Governor Scott Bedke at a special luncheon which will occur on Sept. 12,…
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Salmon-Challis National Forest detects 4 new fires
The Salmon-Challis National Forest has detected four new fires since the last…
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Hayden Fire mapped at 24,498 acres
The Hayden Fire has been mapped at 24,498 acres acres and is burning in steep and difficult terrain with spruce/subalpine fir containing a heavy…
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Idaho DMV adds new features to online customer portal
The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has added new features to the online customer…
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8 years ago DeOrr Kunz Jr. went missing – Now investigator Klein back on the case
After being off the case for many years due to a major falling out, former Investigator Philip Klien has been rehired by a family member to continue…
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Mediation scheduled for case against Downard Funeral Home owner
Bannock County Prosecutor Stephen Herzog announced Monday the state and defense have agreed to enter into mediation in the case against Lance Peck,…
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Hayden Fire 84% contained
been mapped at 24,447 acres acres and is burning in steep and difficult terrain with spruce/subalpine fir containing a heavy dead/down timber…
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Martina McBride coming to Idaho Falls
The Mountain America Center announced Monday legendary country artist Martina McBride is coming to Hero…
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East Idaho Credit Union changes name
A big change is coming to a local credit…
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Idaho gas prices add more pain at the pump
For Idaho drivers, it’s been another week of rising gas prices, with no end in…
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NASA telescope spots cosmic question mark in deep space
By Kristen Rogers and Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — A cosmic object in the shape of a glowing question mark has photobombed one of the latest…
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ISU holds annual Fall Address
Idaho State University is holding its annual Fall Address on Monday at Frazier Hall to provide institutional updates to faculty and staff.…
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Summer weather may impact your energy use – and your bill
Cooling systems worked overtime to keep homes and businesses comfortable this past…
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Raise the banner! Righteous Slice brings home 2 victories from their competition tour
Fans of Pizza in Rexburg can now say they have champion pizza makers in their…
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Edible Garden Tour helps people improve gardening skills
The Bannock County Extension of the University of Idaho hosted an Edible Garden…
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Seven Brides for Seven Brothers takes the stage in Idaho Falls
If you’re looking for a rowdy, rip roaring good time this summer, look no further. This show has it for you, times…
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Chubbuck Days Parade Kicks off
It’s the 63rd annual celebration of Chubbuck Days. Chubbuck days celebration spans the weekend with fun family activities.…
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U of I offers Idaho’s first robotics certificates with industrial focus
Idaho’s first industrial robotics certificates are now available through the University of Idaho College of…
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Rigby FFA members named as national finalists
The Rigby FFA Chapter had 12 members qualify to compete in the proficiency awards program at the national…
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Don’t forget mosquito protection to prevent West Nile Virus
Don’t forget mosquito protection to prevent West Nile…
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New pediatric gastroenterology center opens in Idaho Falls
The clinic will be the first full-time pediatric gastroenterology clinic based in Idaho…
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New Idaho Department of Water Resources director named
Governor Brad Little announced his appointment of Mathew Weaver as the new director of the Idaho Department of Water Resources…
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Jackson Lake Dam operations result in positive outcomes
“We do not expect any widespread or significant impacts to the Snake River fishery from the Jackson Lake dam operations this…
Continue Reading Idaho Power updates status of long-range planning process
Idaho Power experts will discuss preliminary modeling results for its long-range plan at a virtual meeting on Tuesday, Aug.…
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10 local high school students receive scholarships from Idaho Falls Power
Idaho Falls Power sponsored 10 local high school students to attend a six-day leadership conference in…
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National Teacher of the Year to deliver keynote address at CEI fall in-service
The 2023 National Teacher of the Year will be the keynote speaker at the CEI fall semester Faculty and Staff In-service on Monday, August 14.…
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Man hospitalized after crashing into Papa Murphy’s
Alcohol is suspected to be involved in the…
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Hiker suffers fatal fall on Teewinot
Park rangers responded before dawn on Friday to a report of a hiker who fell off the west side of Teewinot, part of the Teton Range, inside Grand…
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Proposed gravel pit in Bannock County has been denied
A proposal for a controversial gravel pit in Bannock County has been…
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Fire officials confident they can control Hayden Fire
The weather has been a big help for officials to greatly control the Hayden…
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Mudslides in Lemhi County are starting to get cleaned up
In the first weekend of August, portions of the Salmon-Challis National Forest received between a half an inch to an inch of…
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Pints & Purrs 2023 set Saturday
The entry fee is $20 at the door and $5 for designated drivers.…
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VA extends PACT Act deadline to Aug. 14 for backdated benefits after website issues
Extension will ensure that no Veteran or survivor will miss out on a single day of backdated PACT Act…
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“My health has been better than it has in 25 years” – Local athlete Rod Hutchins tells story of recovery
Last year when we saw local athlete Rod Hutchins, he was walking with a cane and was on oxygen…
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Hayden Fire closure reduced
The Hayden Fire closure will be reduced…
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Anticipation grows for Funland grand opening
Funland is officially set to re-open at Tautphaus Park on Saturday with an official grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony.…
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Man arrested after standoff in Salmon
A man is in the Lemhi County Jail after a stand off in…
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Idaho AG Raúl Labrador ordered to rewrite titles of ranked-choice voting ballot initiative
A disagreement over an Idaho initiative took center stage in front of the Idaho Supreme Court…
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IDL hiring seasonal workers to meet surging demand for wildland firefighting equipment and supplies
The agency is hiring at least 10 seasonal team members to help meet the surging demand for wildfire equipment and…
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Process to extradite Lori Vallow-Daybell to Arizona underway
The process of moving Lori Vallow-Daybell to face charges in Arizona has…
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Here are some events going on in your local neighborhood this…
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Man arrested for aggravated assault after road rage incident
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 38-year-old Wednesday evening on a felony warrant related to a road rage incident in July. …
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Parade of Homes in Pocatello kicks off with ribbon cutting ceremony
The Pocatello Chamber of Commerce and Eastern Idaho Homebuilders Association officially kicked off their Parade off Homes week with a ribbon cutting…
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Help is needed as wildfires ravage Hawaii. How to know your donation is going to a legitimate charity
By Samantha Delouya, CNN (CNN) — Residents of Maui have suffered widespread devastation as wildfires ravage the Hawaiian island, along with…
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DEQ seeks letter of interest for receivership of Island Park Water Company Public Water Systems
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is accepting a letter of interest (LOI) from individuals and/or entities interested in being a receiver…
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The Duck Race is ready to go this Saturday
The Idaho Falls Rotary Club is hosting the 32nd year for the Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck…
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58th Shoshone Bannock Indian festival kicks off Thursday
A cultural celebration made its way through Fort Hall Thursday as the reservation kicked off its annual Shoshone Bannock Indian…
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