Idaho’s new driver’s license and ID card are here
Idaho has a new driver’s license design.…
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Yellowstone’s Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel spring 2023 opening delayed
Yellowstone National Park’s Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel spring 2023 opening has been delayed until the wastewater treatment system in the area is…
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$631,953 raised in ISU’s second annual day of giving campaign
Idaho State University announced Bengal Nation has raised $631,953 for students and university…
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Sawtooth National Forest mourns loss of district ranger
The Sawtooth National Forest mourns the loss of Fairfield District Ranger Marty Gmelin, who passed away Saturday from injuries he sustained during a…
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Gov. Little makes appointment to Blaine County Commission
Governor Brad Little announced his appointment of Lindsay Mollineaux to the Blaine County Commission District 1 seat vacated by the late Richard…
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Fire season is right around the corner
Fire season is approaching us sooner than you can…
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Tax Commission extends April 18 hours in eastern Idaho offices
The Idaho State Tax Commission will extend office hours in its eastern Idaho offices on Tuesday, April 18 – the day income tax returns are due.…
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The Juice mission will soon launch to Jupiter’s icy ocean worlds
By Ashley Strickland, CNN The European Space Agency is about to send a spacecraft to explore Jupiter and three of its largest and most intriguing…
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High speed chase ends with 1 dead after officer-involved shooting
A high speed chase ended on Highway 91 Wednesday afternoon with an officer involved shooting near Interstate 15’s South Blackfoot…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell murder trial adjourns for the day
Court was adjourned early on Wednesday in the Lori Vallow-Daybell murder…
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Deceased identified in fatal Chubbuck crash
Next of kin has been…
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3 things to know this morning – April 13, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Portneuf Air Rescue relaunches with upgraded avionics and new look
Portneuf Medical Center and the Pocatello Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce invites the community to a ribbon-cutting event and the relaunch of Portneuf…
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Idaho Department of Labor helps recently unemployed Progexion workers
The Idaho Department of Labor met today with former employees of Progexion to help them get back on their feet after they lost their…
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Lt. Governor Bedke celebrates legislative success with locals
Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with the Rexburg Chamber of Commerce Wednesday to spread and explain the success of this latest legislative…
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Hundreds rally against proposed large Idaho wind farm
Several hundred people rallied against plans for a large-scale wind energy project in southern Idaho, hoping to convince federal agencies to reject…
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Judge temporarily blocks clean water rule in 24 states
A federal judge temporarily blocked a federal rule in 24 states that is intended to protect thousands of small streams, wetlands and other…
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Pay It Forward: Sandcreek Middle School Zambia Fund
A local middle school student body helps other students in need a half a world…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 575 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 575 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths in the last…
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Mountain America Center to host local graduation ceremonies
The Mountain American Center in Idaho Falls will be hosting graduation ceremonies for several local school districts and the college of eastern…
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JHMR sets snowfall record with 595 inches
The 2022-23 season wrapped up on April 9 with 595 inches of total snowfall, setting a record in Rendezvous Bowl.…
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Red Cross urges Idaho families to take steps now to prepare for spring flooding
High temperatures this week paired with recent snowfall has put much of Eastern Idaho at risk of spring…
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Idaho waste treatment facility begins operations to address tank waste
Crews initiated operations Tuesday to convert radioactive sodium-bearing liquid waste from nearby underground tanks to a more stable, granular…
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IDL receives grant for roadside fuel breaks in Clark County
It is not uncommon to see a fire along busy roads and highways during fire…
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Gordon advances phase 2 of Wyoming Innovative Partnership Initiative for workforce enhancement
Governor Mark Gordon has announced he has advanced the second phase of the Wyoming Innovation Partnership (WIP), a workforce enhancement initiative…
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Apply for property tax relief now before time runs out
Tuesday, April 18, is the last day for certain homeowners and veterans with disabilities to apply for relief from their 2022 property…
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Judge denies Lori Vallow-Daybell’s request to leave court for Tuesday’s testimony
Court is once again in session Tuesday afternoon after being temporarily halted after Lori Vallow-Daybell left, visibly upset.…
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – April 12, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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State Highway 36 closed due to canyon slides
Idaho State Highway 36 through Emigration Canyon in southeastern Idaho is closed…
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Fire destroys most of home
Five people are without a home after a house fire Tuesday…
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Significant traffic impacts expected at Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street
Beginning Tuesday, April 11 there will be significant traffic impacts at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street.…
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Fish and Game officer shoots dog for chasing and killing deer in Pocatello
An Idaho Fish and Game conservation officer shot and killed a dog for chasing and killing a deer in south Pocatello…
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Fatal crash eastbound I-84 in Heyburn
Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 3:18 p.m. Monday at I-84 milepost 211 on ramp, Heyburn, in Minidoka…
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CEI Board of Trustees fills trustee vacancy
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Ethan Huffman to fill the Zone 4 vacancy during a Special Meeting…
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Recipients of Terry Perkins Educational Scholarship announces
The School District 25 Education Foundation’s scholarship selection committee announced the recipients of the 5th annual Terry Perkins Educational…
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Fatal crash north of Buhl
Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 12:57 p.m. Monday at 1403 E and 4300 N, north of Buhl, in Twin Falls…
Continue Reading Webb telescope captures ‘green monster’ inside a young supernova
By Ashley Strickland, CNN The James Webb Space Telescope has spied colorful, never-before-seen details in one of the most well-observed remnants of…
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Tastee Treet closing shop
A local restaurant that has locations in Pocatello and Chubbuck is shutting down operation.…
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Ready, Set, Go! program preparing weekend food backpacks
The Ready, Set, Go! program helps to ensure that kids aged 5-13 have ready access to clothing, hygiene, and weekend food. The backpacks are being…
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US 189/191 Hoback Canyon to close Tuesday
The closure is expected to last 2…
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Construction to begin on new water tower in Idaho Falls
City of Idaho Falls officials announced construction of the new elevated water tower will begin the end of…
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A look at who’s who in Lori Vallow-Daybell murder trial
Prosecutors say the mother charged in a triple murder case took part in a complex conspiracy that included unusual spiritual beliefs and efforts to…
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Money, power, sex: Attorney says Lori Vallow-Daybell used all 3
The investigation started roughly 29 months ago with two missing children. It soon grew to encompass five states, four suspected murders and claims…
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – April 11, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Parking lot at Crystal Springs Pond in Bingham County to be temporarily closed Tuesday
Idaho Fish and Game will be closing the parking lot at Crystal Springs Pond for 24 hours on April 11 for repaving if weather…
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Trumpeter swan illegally killed in Bear Lake County
Idaho Fish and Game is investigating the illegal killing of a trumpeter swan in Bear Lake…
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Vehicle crashes into statue Monday morning
Vehicle crashes into ‘The Protector’ eagle statue Monday…
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Record snowfall strikes in Bear Lake County
Winter is far from over in Bear Lake County after a record amount of snow this…
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Idaho gas prices defy national trend
Idaho drivers haven’t experienced the recent rise in gas prices that is sweeping across the country, but that could all change…
Continue Reading See Uranus’ rings in stunning new image from the Webb telescope
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a new stunning image of ice giant Uranus, with almost all its faint dusty rings on…
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Agricultural best management practices grant applications due April 15
Applications will be accepted from March 15 to April 15,…
Continue Reading Public meeting on flooding threat in Jefferson County set Monday
The National Weather Service and County Commissioners are holding a public meeting to discuss the possibility of flooding in Jefferson County.…
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Eastern Idaho Public Health to offer free STD testing
As part of National STD Awareness Week, Eastern Idaho Public Health is holding free STD testing for the full month of…
Continue Reading Bengal Giving Day starts Tuesday
Starting tomorrow, Idaho State University will be hosting the second annual Bengal…
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – April 10, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Elk herd moved near Fort Hall
A elk herd has been wintering on the west side of the interstate as the harsh winter drove them further down than they usually would. Sunday, April…
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Kids embark on Easter Egg Hunt at Snake River Landing
Fields were filled to the brim with brightly colored plastic eggs as kids of all ages gathered to gather them up. As many of the kids prepared they…
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New software marketplace expands licensing opportunities
Idaho National Laboratory’s software marketplace is officially open for…
Continue Reading Winter travel restrictions extended through May 1
Winter closures extended to decrease wildlife mortality rates due to heavy…
Continue Reading Jury set in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
jury has been seated in the trial of Lori…
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2023 Easter celebration events
Below are the 2023 Easter celebration events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming.…
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Fisherman rescued from Fort Hall Bottoms area
At 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Fort Hall Fire & EMS responded to the Bottoms area of the Fort Hall Reservation near Broncho Road to assist Fort Hall Fish &…
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Planned power outages as part of 17th and Woodruff project
As part of the continued improvements at the 17th Street and Woodruff Intersection, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement brief planned power…
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DEQ issues notice of boil water advisory for Aspen Ridge Subdivision, Island Park
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing notice of a boil water advisory for the Aspen Ridge Subdivision in Island Park,…
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Bannock County alerts residents of flood risk this weekend
There is a great flood risk this weekend for areas around Bannock County starting on Sunday and continuing into…
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Expanded property tax refund program open for applications
The Wyoming Department of Revenue announced the newly expanded property tax relief program for homeowners is now open for applications.…
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I-15 to temporarily close and cause delays due to elk movement
There is no time estimate for how long it will take to move both…
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BLM to extend Chinese Peak—Blackrock Canyon seasonal closures
BLM plans to open the trails on May 1 if conditions warrant opening.…
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Idaho DMV removes convenience fees for online driver’s license renewals
Idaho driver’s licenses and ID cards are now available at a reduced cost online.…
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Man sentenced for illegal timber harvesting, banned from national forest lands
A 36-year-old McCall man was sentenced to one month in federal prison for illegally harvesting timber from national forest lands, U.S. Attorney Josh…
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Wackerli Subaru shares the love with local animal shelter
A local animal shelter and car dealership team up to provide a home for our furry…
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6 month temporary boat slip trial to begin at Palisades Reservoir
Beginning Memorial Weekend, 30 boat slips will be available to rent courtesy of Pinnacle Recreation under a temporary one-year special use permit…
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Weather challenges delay Idaho Falls Zoo 2023 opening day
Opening day of the Idaho Falls Zoo will now be on Wednesday, April 26 at 9:30…
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District opens snowcat skiing area to snowmobiles
The Fairfield Ranger District will open the 1,965-acre snowcat skiing area above Soldier Mountain Ski Area to snowmobiles beginning April…
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Recipients of 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” announced
Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has chosen three awardees for the 2023 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral…
Continue Reading A labor market cooldown: US economy added just 236,000 jobs in March
By Alicia Wallace, CNN US employers added just 236,000 jobs in March, coming in below expectations and indicating that the labor market is cooling…
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Fort Hall residential fire considered total loss
Two people are recovering after a house fire on North Bannock Road in Fort…
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ITD reminds drivers to put down the distractions and drive engaged
Now through April 19, more officers will be on the roads looking to educate distracted drivers and remind them that Idaho is a hands-free state.…
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Judge rules JJ Vallow’s grandmother may attend Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Judge Steven Boyce has made a decision on whether or not the Woodcocks can be present in the courtroom during the trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell.…
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Fish and Game addressing Lemhi River flooding concerns
Homeowners in the small town of Baker, Idaho are still recovering from the intense flooding in the Lemhi River nearly three months…
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Fisherman rescued from Snake River
A fisherman is safe after a rescue Thursday on the Snake…
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New signal at US 20 and SH 47 in Ashton to be activated Thursday
The Idaho Transportation Department will activate the new signal at US Highway 20 and State Highway 47 Thursday to make the intersection…
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House fails to override veto
The Idaho Legislature has officially ended for the…
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Man sentenced to 11 years for possession of child pornography
A 48-year-old Caldwell man was sentenced to 143 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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Spring season kicks off with partial opening of Teton Park Road to recreational activities
The Teton Park Road between Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain Lodge will partially open to activities such as walking, biking and skating…
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WHO warns new Omicron spinoff XBB.1.16 is ‘one to watch,’ but hasn’t shown to be more severe
The World Health Organization is monitoring the Omicron subvariant XBB.1.16, which has been identified in about two dozen…
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US average gas prices rise, now higher than Idaho’s average
Gas prices are surging across the country, but Idaho drivers aren’t feeling the pain – at least, for…
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State Controller’s Office creates transparency in state, local government spending for Idaho taxpayer
The Idaho State Controller’s Office (SCO) is keeping its commitment to the people of Idaho with the successful expansion and implementation of…
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Protocols approved to move forward with Lemhi River Basin Settlement Agreement operations in 2023
The Idaho Water Resource Board on Friday approved the appointment of six people to serve on the Lemhi River Basin Comprehensive Settlement Agreement…
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DEQ awards nearly $51 million to 14 drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $50,550,110 in construction grants to 14 drinking water and wastewater…
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LDS Church provides update on Elder Holland’s health
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released the following…
Continue Reading Gov. Gordon challenges EPA’s arbitrary deferral of Wyoming’s ozone transport plan
On Wednesday, Governor Mark Gordon, through the Attorney General’s office, submitted a petition for review of the Environmental Protection…
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6 Idaho educators nominated for nation’s highest STEM teaching honor
Six Idaho math and science teachers have been named as state finalists for the national Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science…
Continue Reading Newly discovered ‘einstein’ shape can do something no other tile can do
By Jacopo Prisco, CNN A geometry problem that has been puzzling scientists for 60 years has likely just been solved by an amateur mathematician with…
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2023 spring bicycling between Yellowstone’s West Entrance and Mammoth Hot Springs begins April 7
Beginning Friday, April 7, bicyclists willing to brave the unpredictable weather of spring in Yellowstone National Park can ride 49 miles between…
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D91 Education Foundation offers more scholarships and awards
Through partnerships with community groups and foundations, the D91 Education Foundation is offering more scholarship opportunities than ever to D91…
Continue Reading Jury selection continues in Lori Vallow-Daybell trial
Wednesday is day three of jury selection in the murder trial of Lori Vallow-Daybell in Ada…
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Idaho governor signs ‘abortion trafficking’ bill into law
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a bill into law Wednesday that makes it illegal for an adult to help a minor get an abortion without parental…
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