Eastern Idaho community mourns Charlie Kirk, plans memorials and vigils
The eastern Idaho community is still reeling from the news of the murder of conservative political icon and influencer Charlie Kirk. In the wake of…
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Please Just Stay campaign back for another year to encourage conversations about suicide prevention
The Please Just Stay campaign kicked off September 3, and dozens of signs bearing the slogan have popped up at businesses, city buildings, and homes…
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FBI offers $100,000 reward in Charlie Kirk murder investigation, releases photos of person of interest
A manhunt is still underway for the shooter who killed prominent conservative influencer/activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk on Wednesday at an…
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Deputies recover body of Rexburg man who fled into Snake River
The body of a 41-year-old Rexburg man was discovered in the Snake River on Wednesday night, three days after he allegedly fled from deputies and…
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“Being promoted on 9/11 is profoundly humbling”: Idaho State Police promotes Air Force veteran Jason Horst to Captain
From 1991 to 2005, Horst served in the United States Air Force, where his career shifted dramatically following the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. In the…
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Crash in Malad City claims two lives, Juvenile airlifted to hospital
Idaho State Police are investigating a crash which killed 2 people and injured a juvenile.…
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Shooter still at large after Trump ally and activist Charlie Kirk murdered on Utah campus
CNN By Dalia Faheid, Elise Hammond, Aditi Sangal, Dakin Andone, Maureen Chowdhury, Betsy Klein, Lauren Mascarenhas OREM, Utah – A manhunt is…
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Ammon community members repaint fire hydrants to boost neighborhood pride and public safety
The mayor of Ammon, Sean Coletti, picked up on the cause and will be helping with the costs of repainting the fire…
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Suspect in custody following attempted stabbing in Shelley
According to police, the suspect resisted arrest, but was taken into custody after being tased. They were then transported to the Bingham County…
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Second suspect released as Charlie Kirk shooting investigation continues, FBI Director Patel corrects earlier statement
President Donald Trump has directed that all national and state flags be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of conservative…
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Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and Trump ally, dies after shooting at Utah campus event
Charlie Kirk, the conservative political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was killed Wednesday after being shot at an event at Utah…
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At least 3 people shot at a Denver-area high school, officials say
At least two students have been shot at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
The…
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New details in Fremont County voter fraud case: FBI’s early involvement confirmed in court docs
New court documents in the ongoing Fremont County voter fraud case reveal that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been involved in the…
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Here are the events to honor Patriots Day, 9/11 on Thursday
A number of events are scheduled to honor Patriots Day and the remembrance of 9/11 across eastern Idaho.…
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Red Cross urges disaster readiness during National Preparedness Month
“You just never know when that siren may sound and there may be a disaster in your neighborhood,” said Matt Ochsner, regional communications director…
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Willow Creek Fire almost fully contained; crews begin repair work
After an effort spanning over two and a half weeks, Wyoming firefighters are on the verge of fully containing the Willow Creek Fire. As of Wednesday,…
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ISU debuts new associate degree program in science
“I think the biggest thing is that we really designed it to be flexible,” said Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak, professor and chair of ISU’s Geosciences…
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Public Works crews repair broken water line in Victor
The city of Victor’s Public Works crews are actively working to repair a broken water line located at the bridge of Crystal and Main streets.
As of…
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Suspect rams patrol car, points rifle at Bonneville deputies
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a man late Tuesday night after he drove head-on into a patrol car.…
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“Surrounded by those who loved him the most.” Local athlete Tanner Scoresby dies after battle with cancer
“He was able to express the love for his parents in only a way Tanner could,” wrote Tanner’s aunt, Holly Rose. “How grateful we are that Tanner could…
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“I’m just so grateful for the donor for this gift.” Idaho Falls woman begins recovery after lung transplant
An Idaho Falls woman who received a life-saving double lung transplant has been released from the hospital and is now one breath closer to a full…
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Idaho Falls leaders proclaim September 14th as Missing Person Day
Bonneville County Commissioners, Idaho Falls City Council members, and the Idaho Falls Mayor gathered at the Bonneville County Courthouse this…
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Three more charged in Fremont County voter fraud case, Island Park Mayor denies city involvement in investigation
The voter fraud investigation in Fremont County has expanded. Local News 8 has now confirmed through court records that authorities have charged…
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Mudslide reported on Bayhorse Road south of Challis amidst Custer County flash flood warning
The Custer County Sheriff’s Office is reporting a mudslide on Bayhorse Road, about 1 mile from the Bayhorse Townsite south of Challis.
Preliminary…
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Madison County lifts burn ban, urges continued caution under drought conditions
Effective immediately, the Madison County Fire Department, in partnership with the Board of County Commissioners of Madison County, has cancelled the…
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Health Alert: Bat found in Lemhi County tests positive for rabies
EIPH has confirmed that a bat found in Lemhi County has tested positive for rabies. Rabies is a fatal viral illness in humans and other animals.…
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Idaho Attorney General warns of of dangerous Crypto ATM scams
Attorney General Raúl Labrador is warning Idaho families about a dangerous surge in cryptocurrency ATM scams, which predominantly target seniors…
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Family asks for support and forgiveness after toddler killed in accident
The family of Angela Hansen is asking for lots of love and support as she works through her family’s second major tragedy.
Her 22-month-old…
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Flames engulf Swan Valley hay shed, causing $75,000 in damages
Firefighters in Swan Valley are currently battling a large barn fire on Chapel Road. Video from the scene shows widespread smoke as fire crews…
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Body of missing Minnesota man found in Jackson Lake
On Sunday, September 7, 2025, nonprofit search and recovery organization Bruce’s Legacy located a body believed to be Wesley Dopkins in Jackson…
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Yellowstone lifts fishing restrictions as water temperatures drop
Effective immediately, select rivers and streams that were partially closed to fishing due to warm water temperatures and low flows are now open…
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“Light the World” initiative arrives in southeast Idaho
This year, residents of Pocatello, Rexburg, and Idaho Falls have a new way to give back for the upcoming holiday season. For the first time ever, the…
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Girl Scouts adding a new cookie to the lineup
Girl Scouts of the USA is debuting a new cookie for its upcoming season.
The organization announced Tuesday that “Exploremores,” a Rocky…
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Idaho Judicial Branch condemns “unacceptable” threats in wake of Candon Dahle sentencing
Idaho’s judicial system is facing online threats following a wave of misinformation that has spread across social media. The Idaho Judicial Branch…
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Idaho AG and Secretary of State not involved in local voter fraud case; family members defend accused
A new development in an alleged voter fraud case in Fremont County has shed some light on the jurisdictional lines between local and state…
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Wyoming crews make major headway on 4,066-Acre Willow Creek Fire
Firefighters are gaining ground on the Willow Creek Fire, which is now at 73% containment as of September 8. The now 4,066-acre fire started just…
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Tanner Scoresby Day: Ammon rallies behind teen’s fight against cancer
The city of Ammon is coming together to support one of its own. Mayor Sean Coletti has officially declared today, September 8th, as Tanner Scoresby…
Continue Reading Idaho State University hosting 9/11 Remembrance Week starting Monday
The ISU-based Institute of Rural Health is launching their annual 9/11 Remembrance Week, starting with a ‘Day of Service’ kick-off event on Monday,…
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Local News 8 Investigates: 7 arrested for voter fraud in Fremont County
On August 28, seven individuals were arrested in Fremont County on felony charges of voter fraud and perjury related to the May 2023 election. The…
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Dozens meet for disc golf championship
Studies show disc golf is getting more and more popular, especially since the COVID-19…
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Eastern Idaho State Fair goes out with a bang
The crowds cheered as the drivers crashed into each other. Some cars even starting to smoke and light up in flames, providing pure, simple fun for…
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Blackfoot woman wins photography award at East Idaho State Fair
A hobbyist photographer from Blackfoot has a lot to be proud of. Debra Hamilton was happily surprised to learn three of her photos were selected…
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Idaho Innovation Center lease ending September 2026
IIC is figuring out its plan for where to move to so it can keep serving its tenants, but they are optimistic as they start this next…
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Firefighters working to contain Buckum Fire in Hells Half Acre north of Blackfoot
A 40-acre wildfire, named the Buckum Fire, is currently burning between Blackfoot and Shelley. The fire was first reported around 2:52…
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Police release bodycam footage of officer-involved shooting
Idaho Falls Police have released bodycam video of an officer-involved shooting that killed an Idaho Falls man.…
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Local farmer settles with water curtailment order
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI)— A local farmer agrees to stop irrigating his crops for the rest of this year’s growing season, according to the Department…
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Get rid of household hazardous waste for free at the Bannock County Landfill Saturday
The Bannock County Landfill is hosting their monthly ‘Household Hazardous Waste Day’ on Saturday, September…
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Museum of Idaho to host egyptologists for a weekend of special events
This September, the Museum of Idaho is bringing a touch of ancient Egypt to Idaho Falls. The museum, which is currently hosting the popular Mummies…
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Friends of Camas National Wildlife Refuge to Host Annual “Birds, Bugles, and Brunch” Celebration
The Friends of Camas National Wildlife Refuge invites the community to their annual Birds, Bugles, and Brunch celebration on Saturday, September 13,…
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Idaho Governor proclaims week of September 7 as School Zone Safety Week
AAA and the Idaho Association of School Resource Officers are working together to promote school zone safety. Governor Brad Little recently…
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Crews working to repair gas leak on West 7th South in Rexburg
Crews in Rexburg are actively working to repair a gas leak along West 7th South, as of 6:10 PM. According to the Rexburg Police Department, West 7th…
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Plans to improve US-20 in the works
“Because we know that area right in town in Idaho Falls is so busy, it has been on our radar for many years already to make a very large scale…
Continue Reading Three sentenced to prison for seperate meth trafficking cases in eastern Idaho
Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott announced the results of three separate drug distribution cases in eastern Idaho…
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Justice for Victor supporters to rally at City Hall after officers cleared in shooting investigation
Supporters of Victor Perez are planning to gather at the Pocatello City Council meeting tonight to speak out after the investigation into his…
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SEICAA making fundraising push to support essential local programs through the end of the year
The Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SIECAA) is making a final fundraising push through their ‘Hand Up’ donation campaign through the last…
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Conservation groups celebrating Idaho state insect through the month of September
The Portneuf Pollinator Partnership and Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust are highlighting the Monarch Butterfly, Idaho’s official state insect, in…
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Idaho Attorney General’s Office recovers $500K for consumer in crypto dispute with Coinbase
“I’m grateful for the hard work my team of investigators does to protect Idaho families in consumer protection matters,” said Attorney General…
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Containment reaches 31% as Dollar Lake Fire pushes deeper into Bridger Wilderness Area
The Dollar Lake Fire, burning within the Bridger-Teton National Forest, has expanded by nearly 500 acres since Tuesday, advancing deeper into the…
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Two hospitalized after three-vehicle crash shuts down Highway 33
A serious crash has shut down East Highway 33, causing major traffic disruptions.
According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, the highway is…
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ITD to host Open House for US-20 improvements
“We know this route needs improvements and have been very focused on working towards them,” ITD District Engineer Jason Minzghor said. “We’re…
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Burley man dies in rollover crash on Highway 81 north of Malta
A 30-year-old man from Burley died last night in a single-vehicle rollover crash on State Highway 81, just north of Malta.
The crash happened around…
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American Falls man hospitalized with “life-threatening injuries” after stabbing incident
An American Falls man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a stabbing late Wednesday night.
Police were called to the Grand…
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Transgender student at center of major Supreme Court appeal withdraws her case
Lindsay Hecox, a 24-year-old senior at Boise State University told the high court that she is dismissing her case – and, in an unusual move, she…
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Man led officers on 60-mile chase going 120 mph, including miles in wrong direction, police say
A man awaiting trial in California for allegedly stealing a car was arrested in Utah on Tuesday after police say he led officers on a 60-mile chase…
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Fair food that’s surprisingly fair to your diet
The food at the Eastern Idaho State Fair is one of the things that draws people back every year. From cheeseburgers and nachos to deep-fried…
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Eastern Idaho fire restrictions lifted as wildfire season draws to a close
As the threat of wildfire danger has lessened over the past week, state and federal land management agencies will rescind…
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Bonneville County to end lease agreement with Idaho Innovation Center
The Bonneville County Board of Commissioners announced today that it will conclude its lease agreement with the Idaho Innovation Center,…
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“A long road of litigation ahead”: Attorneys for Victor Perez family to continue with civil suit after AG declines to press charges against officers
While the four officers have been cleared of criminal charges for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Victor Perez, an autistic teenager with cerebral…
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Falls Valley Elementary unveils new secure entry to enhance student safety
In a move to improve student and staff safety, Bonneville Joint School District 93 cut the ribbon on a new office and security entry to Falls Valley…
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U of I Professor helps discover new moon orbiting Uranus
A team led by the Southwest Research Institute and including University of Idaho’s Matthew Hedman, a professor of physics, discovered a new moon…
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Officers in Victor Perez Shooting will not face criminal charges, Pocatello Mayor responds
Following an investigation by the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Task Force, the Idaho Attorney General’s Office has determined that the four…
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ITD services restored after statewide outage
“We understand this outage may be frustrating for our customers and partners,” said Lisa McClellan, DMV Administrator. “We appreciate your…
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“I was in shock”: New video shows terrifying moment bridge collapses in Shoshone Ice Caves
Three people are recovering today after a bridge collapsed inside the popular Shoshone Ice Caves north of Twin Falls last night.
Lincoln County…
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22-Year-Old apprehended following work detail escape, BCSO thanks community for quick tips
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 22-year-old Braxton Scott Larson, who escaped from a work detail crew this morning at…
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House panel releases tranche of Epstein files as controversy looms large over Congress’ return to Washington
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released tens of thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related files it had received from the Justice Department, as…
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Falls Water rate increase approved by PUC
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has approved a rate increase for Falls Water, a move the company states is necessary to cover the…
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Edson Fichter talks return to Pocatello this September
The annual ‘Edson Fichter Talks’ lecture series is back, bringing a month of free community lectures to Pocatello every Wednesday in…
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Fremont County Commissioners uphold decision to deny hotel development at Henry’s Lake Flats
The Fremont County Board of Commissioners has unanimously voted to deny Ensign Hospitality’s request to build a 132-room hotel at Henry’s Lake Flats.…
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Public health officials confirm West Nile Virus in Bannock County mosquito pool
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) and Bannock County Mosquito Abatement have confirmed a West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito pool in Public…
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“I ask that they forgive me.” Luis Garcia-Diaz sentenced to 30 years for US 20 DUI crash that killed six
Luis Garcia-Diaz, 27, was sentenced to a maximum of 30 years in prison today for a deadly drunk driving crash that killed six people last year on…
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Senior support organization accepting donations to fill mobility needs of local people
The Area V Agency on Aging in Pocatello is looking for donations of mobility equipment and other home-care supplies to stock their in-house…
Continue Reading Dollar Lake Fire grows to over 15,000 acres; Second community meeting set for tomorrow
Firefighters continue to battle the Dollar Lake Fire, which has now grown to 15,282 acres but is now 25% contained. Another public community meeting…
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Idaho Falls Fire Department urges residents to “stay vigilant” as wildfire season winds down
“Although Idaho Falls has limited wildland within city limits, we are surrounded by agricultural and recreational areas that can easily ignite and…
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Crews gain ground on Willow Creek Fire, 40% contained
Firefighters have made good progress on the Willow Creek Fire, which is now 40% contained. The fire, located about three miles south of Smoot,…
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Truck loses its load of straw on East 25th Street in Idaho Falls
A truck carrying straw bales lost its load Tuesday morning on East 25th Street just south of John Adams…
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Man charged with murder after a ‘ding dong ditch’ shooting leaves an 11-year-old boy dead
By Holly Yan, Ashley Killough, David Williams, Ed Lavandera, CNN (CNN) — A Houston man is accused of killing an 11-year-old boy after a “ding…
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Plane makes emergency landing in Power County wheat field
A plane with three people aboard made an emergency landing in a wheat field in the Aborn Valley south of Pauline after experiencing mechanical…
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Heise Hot Springs sees record Summer, thanks to renovations
Businesses all throughout Idaho, known for their summer fun, are wrapping up as fall approaches. Heise Hot Springs, a popular local destination just…
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AAA Idaho reminds drivers to be careful as Labor Day Weekend comes to a close
“Sometimes people get impatient, start weaving in and out of those situations, trying to gain some ground, and that can be dangerous.”…
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A powerful solar storm could trigger auroras farther south over the US than usual
A powerful solar storm is expected to reach Earth on Monday evening, potentially triggering a display of northern lights across the northern…
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TOBYMAC’s Hits Deep Tour 2026 to stop in Idaho Falls next spring
Some of the biggest names in Christian music are headed to Idaho Falls next year. The Awakening Foundation announced this week that TOBYMAC’s Hits…
Continue Reading Yellowstone rivers partially reopen for fishing as temperatures drop
Effective immediately, select rivers and streams that had been previously closed due to high water temperatures and low flows in Yellowstone National…
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Bonneville County candidates finalized for November 4th elections
The candidate lists for city elections across Eastern Idaho are now final, with a notable number of hopefuls in Bonneville County. The deadline for…
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Missing hunter safely located in Lincoln County
The Teton County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help in locating a hunter who has been missing since August 23.
Timothy Hinebaugh, 58,…
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Buhl Police arrest three juveniles for racist graffiti at Skate Park
The Buhl Police Department has identified and charged three juvenile suspects after a local skate park was vandalized with “racist and hateful…
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Willow Creek Fire 38% contained, crews make progress on north end
Fire crews are making progress on the Willow Creek fire. In a release this morning, Bridger-Teton National Forest rangers confirmed that the fire is…
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Rexburg Soup Kitchen resumes weekly meals after summer break
Starting this Wednesday, September 3rd, the Rexburg soup kitchen will once again be serving hot, nourishing meals at the VFW building. Whether you…
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Idaho Falls Police, Anheuser-Busch team up for 9/11 memorial stair climb
In a moving tribute to the heroes of 9/11 and our local first responders, the Idaho Falls Police Department and Anheuser-Busch are hosting their…
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Idaho Falls City Council approves 2026 budget
The Idaho Falls City Council has approved the city’s 2025-26 fiscal year budget, resulting in a balanced financial plan that outlines how public…
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Public invited to candlelight vigil for overdose awareness
The event is meant to remember those who were lost to drug overdose, support families who have been affected, and help the public know what resources…
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