ISU hosts ‘De-Stress Fest’ to help students through midterm exams
Southeast Idaho college students are receiving a much-needed boost as they enter the final days of mid-term exams. Idaho State University’s Student…
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Two in custody following high-speed chase outside of Fort Hall
The chase came to a stop at exit 89 outside of Blackfoot, where the ISP says they were able to spike the driver’s tires in a PIT maneuver. ISP…
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Trump administration drops Idaho Abortion lawsuit
The Trump administration is expected to drop a federal lawsuit regarding emergency abortions in Idaho. The move comes after the Biden administration…
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DOGE cuts could pull the plug on several Eastern Idaho federal office leases
Several federal offices in eastern Idaho could be impacted by potential cancellations of federal leases by Elon Musk’s Department of Government…
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Our next storm arrives Wednesday night
An area of low pressure with scattered snow and rain arrives late Wednesday.…
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Idaho Falls protestors rally against President Trump’s executive orders
A group of protestors gathered along the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon. Protest organizers say they are rallying against the…
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WYDOT nighttime work on the Snake River Bridge continues this Friday night
Jackson, WYOMING (KIFI) – The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will close a lane over the Snake River Bridge on Wyoming State Highway 22…
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ITD provides updates on interstate construction around Pocatello
ITD representatives said their three largest area projects moving into spring include the replacement of interstate bridges near Inkom, the expansion…
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Sweeten your day with Reed’s Dairy’s “Stuff Your Stanley” event – March 12th
A local dairy is inviting people to enjoy a sweet treat next week. Reed’s Dairy is hosting its Second Annual “Stuff Your Stanely” event at all…
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Drug Trafficker living in Teton County sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison
A Mexican national unlawfully living in Teton County, Idaho, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office investigating school threat made by Sandcreek Middle School student
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a social media threat made by a student at Sandcreek Middle School in Ammon Monday…
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Seasonal Reminder: Watercraft traveling to Wyoming must be inspected for invasive speices
Starting in March, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department will resume seasonal operations for aquatic invasive species (AIS) check stations across the…
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Idaho House passes bill, restricting the use of SNAP benefits
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho House passed a bill Monday that will restrict the purchase of junk foods like soda and candy using the Supplemental…
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Traffic Alert: I-15 changes near Inkom
The Idaho Transportation Department is sending out a traffic alert for I-15 travelers near Inkom. I-15 traffic will be reduced to single-lane,…
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Hundreds rally in Jackson as part of national “Protect Your Parks Protest”
Town square in Jackson was filled with almost 200 protesters raising their voices to protect national parks, Saturday. This comes as Elon Musk and…
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Wyoming House Bill brings management of otters back to Game and Fish
Wyoming House Bill 0045, which removes otters from protected status, took effect after Gov. Mark Gordon signed the bill into law on Feb. 24. For the…
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Is owning chickens less expensive than buying eggs at the store?
Egg prices continue to rise, and experts do not expect them to decrease anytime soon. This situation raises a question: Would it be more…
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Idaho Falls Zoo taking applications for Junior Zoo Crew
The Junior Zoo Crew offers a specially designed summer educational program for teens aged 14 to 17, according to the city of Idaho Falls. “The…
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Sheriff’s deputies arrest potential Pot Dealer following DUI
“The driver couldn’t provide a reason for the erratic driving, but did hand over a small jar of marijuana,” writes MCSO. “A short time later,…
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Pocatello cemetery staff ask people clear decorations before spring cleaning starts
Cleaning crews will soon begin the annual ‘spring clean-up’ of Mountain View and Restlawn Cemeteries, and they are asking people to pick up graveside…
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Gas prices drop nationwide, but experts are uncertain if the change will last
“Gasoline prices in the U.S. have edged slightly lower over the past week, even as geopolitical tensions intensify, with the Trump administration…
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ISU counselors offering week of activities to help students deal with midterm stress
“Having events where we’re out there, and letting students know that we exist and that there are things that… they can do to help themselves feel…
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Country superstar, Dwight Yoakam, heading to Pocatello this summer
Country legend Dwight Yoakam is set to perform in Pocatello as part of his Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour on Saturday, July 26. Joining him is…
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Brad Paisley to launch summer tour in Idaho Falls on May 21
Country music icon Brad Paisley will kick off his “Truck Still Works World Tour” at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls on May 21, 2025.…
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Wet weather ahead for the work week
After several beautiful and relatively mild days, a pattern change will bring cooler and more seasonal weather to the region. Count on scattered…
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Local News 8 talks with local filmmaker
The comedy-crime movie is about a young couple turning to petty crime to deal with their financial troubles by starting a thrifting…
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Saturday boys district H.S. basketball scores – March 1
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores for Saturday, March…
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Pattern change brings more storms to Idaho and Wyoming
After several beautiful days, a pattern change will take us back to more typical early march weather with scattered rain/snow showers to boot. …
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Local Lego store celebrates one-year anniversary
“The turnout was insane. We had a lot of people in here. We had to actually space people out to come in at groups at a…
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High temps in the 40’s and 50’s this weekend
High pressure is overhead for the start of this weekend. This will deliver above average temperatures with highs close to 50°. The ridge of high…
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Idaho Falls begins major infrastructure upgrades in Poitevin Park
On March 3, contractors with the City of Idaho Falls will begin work to install a new stormwater system and reconstruct streets near Poitevin…
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Local food bank struggles with skyrocketing egg prices
The charity used to pay up to $60 for 30 dozen eggs, but now they would have to pay $200 for the same amount of eggs. That’s more than a triple…
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ISU biologists get large federal grant to continue work studying genetic disorders
Dr. Heather Ray, assistant professor of developmental biology at Idaho State University, and her students received a $415,000 grant from the National…
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Thursday boys district H.S. basketball scores – February 27
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores for Thursday, February…
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Area Red Cross offering free diabetes testing with blood donations
The Red Cross of Idaho, Montana, and East Oregon are providing free A1C testing for blood donors to screen for pre-diabetes and diabetes through…
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Rexburg named one of the safest college towns in the nation
Rexburg has been named as one of the safest college towns in the…
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Watch it here: Tense Oval Office argument between Zelensky, Trump and Vance
President Donald Trump’s Oval Office meeting with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky devolved into a shouting match, with the US president…
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City of Idaho Falls to improve waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The City of Idaho Falls has announced an upcoming project to improve the waterlines in the Brodbecks Addition south of…
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Close Call: Rexburg police advise greater caution after teens narrowly avoid car
Police in Rexburg are reminding the community to exercise caution after two teens had a “close call” crossing a rural intersection.
Dashcam video,…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Tasha Larsen – February 27, 2025
Tasha Larsen is a Junior on the Sugar-Salem Diggers Girl’s Basketball team. In the team’s State Championship win over Bear Lake, Tasha dropped 15…
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Young Scientists Shine at Packed Idaho Science & Engineering Fair
The Idaho State University Student Union Building was packed with local high school students to compete in the 2nd annual Idaho Community Science…
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Local martial artist needs your help to represent USA in international tournament
18-year-old Daz Diaz of Fort Hall has been chosen to represent Team USA at the International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA)’s upcoming 2025…
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Developers unveil new plans for land by Pocatello Regional Airport
The Bannock Development Corporation has announced plans for phase one of their upcoming ‘CREST (convention, recreation, entertainment, sports, and…
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Idaho Day Event at the Museum of Idaho – March 5th
The Museum of Idaho, in partnership with members of the former Bonneville County Heritage Association (BCHA), is inviting the public to an Idaho Day…
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Driver identified – Fatal rollover accident outside of Grace, Idaho
A 45-year-old man from Grace, Idaho, has died after a fatal rollover accident in Caribou County. The name of the driver has not been released at this…
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Kids across Idaho rock out with the Idaho Falls Symphony
The engaging concert helps kids learn to love music and show them the orchestra can be enjoyed at any…
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Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning Everyman actor with an edge, dies at 95
By Todd Leopold, CNN (CNN) — Gene Hackman, the unpretentious actor whose performances in such films as “The French Connection,”…
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Governor signs HB 93 to create School Choice Tax Credit program
Gov. Brad Little signed HB 93 to create the Parental Tax Credit…
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Wednesday boys district H.S. basketball scores – February 26
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores for Wednesday, February…
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Salmon River Road travelers be advised – Warming temperatures could lead to rockslides
Forest Rangers with the Salmon Challis National Forest are warning travelers to be cautious while traveling along Salmon River Road #030. As…
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Gov Little celebrates Idaho LAUNCH program success
“The effectiveness of LAUNCH in boosting Idaho’s go-on rate is unmistakable. More importantly, LAUNCH is creating opportunities for many young…
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Rigby High students stage walkout as district cuts AP classes
Students at Rigby High School staged a walkout today to protest Jefferson Joint School District 251’s decision to eliminate advanced and advanced…
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BLM seeks public input on Pipeline Relocation project spanning the Snake River
If approved, Intermountain Gas would be authorized to remove approximately 1,500 feet of the existing pipeline bridge spanning the Snake River and…
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128,000 sq. ft Target store coming to Chubbuck
The Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck will soon house a 128,000 sq. ft Target store. The news comes from Target’s corporate…
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9th Annual Job & Resource Fair Sho-Ban Hotel and Casino – All are welcome
The Sho-Ban Tribes Vocational Rehabilitation Program has invited the Southeast Idaho community to their 9th annual Job and Resource Fair. The event…
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D91 students raise nearly 50,000 cans for annual Souper Bowl
Together, students from Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools collected over 46,600 cans of soup and food to support local families in…
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Idaho Innovation Center hosting Luau fundraiser
The Idaho Innovation Center is inviting the people of Southeast Idaho for a night of dinner, fun, and entertainment. The group is holding its annual…
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Defense for Idaho quadruple murder suspect Bryan Kohberger may cite autism to try to strike death penalty option
By Holly Yan and Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Attorneys for the man accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death have nodded…
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Tuesday boys district H.S. basketball scores – February 25
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores for Tuesday, February…
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Rexburg police quickly resolve situation after “violent indivdual” barricades self with gun
Rexburg Police said they arrested a person who was armed and erratic in a home in the Summerfield…
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Scam Alert – Increased reports of phone scams in Southeast Idaho
The Madison County Sheriff’s office is warning the public of increasingly sophisticated scams involving jury duty summons.
According to a…
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Hillcrest High School cancels classes due to heat outage
“Today, an air compressor that controls the pneumatic HVAC and hot water system at Hillcrest failed,” writes D93 superintendent Scott Woolstenhulme.…
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Idaho hunters now need to pass bear identification test
Anyone registering to hunt black bears in Idaho must show proof that they have passed a bear identification test. The test is to help hunters…
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New Rexburg Police building officially in the works
“Our police department is one of the finest departments in the state, if not in the country,” Merrill told Local News 8. “We feel like they deserve a…
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Idaho House passes breast cancer screening bill
“I bring this bill forward not without heartache,” said Green. “Back in July, just two weeks prior to an embryo transfer to grow my family. I woke up…
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Gov. Little signs minimum fine for marijuana possesion into law
Introduced by Representative Bruce D. Skaug, under House Bill 7, anyone 18 and over convicted for the first time of possession of three ounces or…
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Road Closure – Portions of Hitt Road to close starting Monday
Drivers in Idaho Falls may need to plan an alternate route to avoid construction starting next week. KV Utilities, the contractors for Intermountain…
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Workshops set for graduating students to apply for LAUNCH grants
The Idaho Department of Labor is offering a workshop to help graduates apply for the LAUNCH career education grants.…
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What we know about the power outage in the Roberts, Menan area
Over 3,800 were without power Tuesday morning in the Roberts and Menan area.…
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Tyhee Elementary School in Pocatello will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday after complications replacing the school’s well…
Continue Reading Monday boys H.S. district basketball scores – February 24
Area boys district high school basketball tournament scores for Monday, February…
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“Iconic leader” and “lifelong public servant” – Former Idaho Falls mayor dies at 88
According to Idaho Falls Power, it was Campbell who “directed the Electric Division in 1979 to begin studying the feasibility of building a new…
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Fatal helicopter crash – Surviving passenger released from hospital
According to an Instagram post by social media influencer Jennifer Houghton, @turtlecreeklane, identifies her husband Steve Houghton as the second…
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Teens terrify families through destructive TikTok challenge
Johnson was terrified because he thought someone was trying to break down his door and invade his…
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‘Joann’ to close all 800 stores after new ownership group wins bid
(CNN) — Crafting and fabrics retailer ‘Joann’ is set to close all of its locations. The closures follow the company’s auction sale to a new…
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Woman is forcefully removed from town hall meeting in Coeur d’Alene
Chaos broke out during a Kootenai County town hall Saturday. Multiple witnesses began recording as a woman was forcefully removed from the Coeur…
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20-year-old Shelley man charged with DUI and injury to a minor
A Shelley man is now in custody after driving under the influence with a juvenile and fleeing from an attempted traffic stop. According to…
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Recycling bins in Bannock County no longer accept plastic
Recycling bins will no longer accept plastic at the Fort Hall Mine Landfill and McCammon Transfer Station.…
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Rexburg holding business competition with cash prizes totaling $10,000 – How to enter
An exciting opportunity for young and experienced entrepreneurs is heading to Rexburg. City leadership is holding a business competition with prizes…
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Your Input Matters: ITD open house March 6 for US-91 improvements
The Idaho Transportation Department is hosting an open house on Thursday, March 6, to share information and gather community input about plans to…
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Community All Stars: Simplot Games volunteer jumps in to help
For 16 years, the roar of the crowd, the pounding of the feet, and the thud of athletes landing in the sand have been the soundtrack to Debbie…
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Milder air moving into the region
Rain and snow showers continue tonight, but as milder air moves, we’re not going to cool down as much tonight with many spots staying above freezing.…
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Preparing for potential snowmelt flooding
Citizens are encouraged to call 911 if water comes into their homes, structures, or businesses so they can get sand…
Continue Reading Saturday boys H.S. district basketball scores – February 22
Area boys district high school basketball tournament scores for Saturday, February…
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Saturday girls state basketball tournament scores day 3 – February 22
Day 3 of girls state high school basketball tournament scores for Saturday, February…
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A milder spring-like storm headed our way.
After a brief break from the storms, we have another one on our doorstep. Most of Sunday and parts of Monday will be wet and unsettled. This will be…
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Local e-waste events help environment and national population
Forbush says they will resell or reuse the items that still function or need a minor repairs. The rest of the items will be dismantled and separated…
Continue Reading Friday boys district H.S. basketball tournament scores – February 21
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores and Wyoming basketball scores for Friday, February…
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(KIFI)6A TOURNAMENT(2) Madison 35(2) Boise 39 CONSOLATION BRACKET(3) Eagle 53(7) Rigby 56 5A TOURNAMENTCONSOLATION BRACKET(8) Bishop…
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Dozens gather for ink-redible art
“Just watching the artist and their pens, how they move their needles and their judgment of character and just their visions that display,” Montoya…
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Idaho Falls traffic alert – 17th Street construction this Sunday
The City of Idaho Falls has sent out a traffic alert for area drivers. Traffic will intermittently be impacted on a section of 17th Street on Sunday,…
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Los Angeles DA urges judge to deny Menendez brothers’ request for a new trial
By Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman recommended Friday that a judge reject Erik and…
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Fatal Ririe helicopter crash – Survivor’s identity released
The Bonneville County Coroner has identified the victim of the helicopter crash near the Ririe Reservoir Thursday evening as Alt Tech CEO Bradford…
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Former Bingham deputy’s court appeal denied
Stephanie Grisham’s lawyer argued the terms of her confinement are cruel and unusual, and the jail is causing her to have increased mental health…
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Local News 8 preview – 20/20’ sits down with the parents of Gabby Petito
Gabby Petito’s parents sit down with “GMA3” co-anchor Eva Pilgrim in an all-new episode of “20/20,” FRIDAY, FEB. 21 8 p.m. MST, on ABC…
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Gem State physicians rally against bill to fundementally change medical education
Idaho physicians are warning of the potentially devastating impacts of a bill currently in the Idaho House looking to discontinue WWAMI. WWAMI stands…
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Second day of Simplot Games kicks off with star-studded breakfast
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The 45th annual Simplot Games started their second day of track and field events with the ‘Dick Fosbury Breakfast’ at…
Continue Reading Thursday boys district basketball tournament scores – February 20
Area boys high school district basketball tournament scores for Thursday, February…
Continue Reading Thursday girls state H.S. tournament scores Day 1 – February 20
Area girls state high school basketball tournament scores for Thursday, February…
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Fatal helicopter crash near Ririe Reservoir
Local law enforcement and Fire crews are responding to a Helicopter crash near the Ririe reservoir, power lines downed by the crash are allegedly on…
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