Rexburg man sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession of child pornography
“Parents need to know that predators like this are operating in our communities, seeking out images of children being exploited,” said Attorney…
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CEI student, Christopher Gress, wins national AAMA essay competition
Christopher Gress, a student in the Medical Assisting program at College of Eastern Idaho (CEI), has been named the sole national winner of the 2025…
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Republicans select three names to replace District 35A State Representative
Precinct Committee Officers from Legislative District 35 will host a public meeting on Saturday, September 20, at Inkom City Hall to nominate three…
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Symphony tickets available for check out this season at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library is offering Idaho State Civic Symphony and Idaho State University theater tickets for check out during the 2025-2026…
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Photography workshops to be held at Craters of the Moon to celebrate National Public Lands Day
Craters of the Moon is inviting people to celebrate National Park Day by attending a nature photography workshop on…
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A bit more rain, but then we clear out
A stormy Sunday gives way to warm dry workweek, but not until we get through at least one cooler, chiller…
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Hundreds enjoy modern and classic cars at Shelley Spud Day Car Show
“You can’t go to the gas station or anywhere without somebody coming over, commenting on how much they like your truck,” Shipley said. “I can take…
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Memorial Service for assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk held today
A massive crowd is expected to gather today at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie…
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D91 Responds to Idaho Falls High School Football Halftime Incident
“I want to to sincerely apologize for the disruption that occurred during the conclusion of the marching band’s halftime performance,” said head…
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A stormy Sunday gives way to a beautiful work week.
After a nice Saturday we’re looking at big changes for…
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Hundreds join Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association says if someone thinks they might be developing the brain disease, they should talk about it with someone they trust,…
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Madison gets back above .500 against Blackfoot
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Blackfoot Broncos hosted the Madison Bobcats tonight in Blackfoot, and it was Madison that came out on top and…
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Highland Rams take down the Titans at Thunder Ridge
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Highland Rams traveled north to Thunder Ridge High School tonight and took a 2 score victory over the Titans. It…
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Friday high school football scores – September 19
Area high school football scores for Friday, September…
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Athlete of the Week: Ririe Bulldogs’ Kolter Lewis and Garrett Van Noy Power the Ririe Ground Game
The Ririe Bulldogs were charging into Week 5 with an undefeated 4-0 record, and this week, we’re excited to highlight two key players driving their…
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Friday high school soccer scores – September 19
Area girls high school soccer scores for Friday, September…
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Century continues undefeated campaign against Shelley
SHELLEY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Century Diamondbacks took another win tonight to extend their undefeated season another week, this time against the…
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Idaho Falls vs. Bonneville: Bees Buzz Past Tigers
Bonneville’s halftime marching band set the stage, but the Bees stole the show in the second half against Idaho Falls. QB Jackston Briggs connected…
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A few thunderstorms this weekend with increasing wind speeds
A chance of isolated thunderstorms this weekend. But temperatures will remain nice both Saturday and Sunday.…
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Bannock County restores funding to Pocatello nonprofits after public outcry
Bannock County commissioners have taken action to restore some funding that was previously cut from Pocatello-area…
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Local experts urge parents to spot signs of trauma after viral murders
Two murders circulated on the internet, adults, teens, and even children were exposed to these…
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U-Pick Red Barn has soft opening with Special Needs Day
Visitors enjoyed riding the barn’s train, navigating the straw maze, and bouncing on the jumper…
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ISU hosting first ever ‘Bengal Street Party’ to finish off Celebration Week
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Idaho State University is ending ‘ISU Celebration Week’ with the first Bengal Street Party on Friday, September 19. Martin…
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Warm before storm chances
High pressure gently pushes out of here and we get more moisture from the south and its joined by another storm set up into Sunday which will cool us…
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Thursday high school volleyball scores – September 18
Area girls high school volleyball scores for Thursday, September…
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Thursday high school soccer scores – September 18
Area boys and girls high school soccer scores for Thursday, September…
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Detectives drop from helicopter to recover remains believed to be Travis Decker, who’s accused of killing 3 daughters
By Holly Yan, Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — Months after the bodies of three young sisters were found suffocated and abandoned in the Washington…
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Former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin advocates for accused in voter fraud case
On Wednesday, Local News 8 spoke with former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin, following the initial court appearance of Teara Galbraith, one of the…
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Education Secretary Linda McMahon visits Jackson to promote shift of education power to States
Since shuttering portions of the Department of Education, President Trump has tasked United States Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to take the…
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Idaho Falls School District 91 teachers ratify contract after months of negotiation
“I think a lot of the issues that we’ve had through these negotiations coming down to, the legislature. The district and the association would both…
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Pocatello Valley Montessori School hosts ‘Human-Powered Rodeo’ with Idaho Walk Bike Alliance Thursday
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store celebrates grand reopening after expansive renovations
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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Idaho Foodbank hosting “A Seat at the Table” fundraiser in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Foodbank provided 21 million meals worth of food in the last fiscal…
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Wednesday area high school scores – September 17
Area boys and girls high school soccer and girls volleyball scores for Wednesday, September…
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Warming trend continues this week
A large area of high pressure extending into Canada, will help deliver warmer temperatures for Thursday and Friday. The ridge breaks down a bit for…
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Montana man charged in Island Park voter fraud case
Local News 8 can now confirm another Island Park property owner has been charged with voter fraud. That brings the total to…
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LDS Church donates 40,000 pounds of food to Pocatello pantries and schools
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stocked the shelves of Pocatello food pantries on Wednesday with a considerable…
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Pocatello Regional Airport runs training drill on Wednesday
The Pocatello Regional Airport conducted a live emergency exercise with the Pocatello Police Department, Pocatello Fire Department, and Portnuef…
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Small plane crashes into building near Rigby
A small plane crashed near a building in Rigby. The crash was reported after 11:30 a.m. on Holbrooke and Yellowstone Hwy.…
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Utah Valley University students return to class one week after Charlie Kirk was killed on campus
Students are returning to class Wednesday at Utah Valley University just days after prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed…
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Area girls high school volleyball scores for Tuesday, September…
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Area boys and girls high school soccer scores for Tuesday, September…
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Warmer, drier weather for the rest of this week
High pressure is working in from the west. There will still be a few isolated thunderstorms for Tuesday night and again for Wednesday, mainly for the…
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Solo hiker hospitalized after bear encounter near Yellowstone Lake
A 29-year-old solo hiker is recovering at a local hospital after a bear attack on the Turbid Lake Trail in Yellowstone National Park. The incident,…
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Read texts police say Kirk shooting suspect and former roommate exchanged, which prosecutors could use as key evidence
By Matt Stiles and Gillian Roberts, CNN (CNN) — Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the September killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, is…
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UPDATE: US 20 lanes reopen after SUV and RV trailer crash near Rexburg
An accident involving an SUV and RV trailer crashed on US 20 near milepost 332.…
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Idaho Falls couple makes a splash with year-round swim lessons
“Water safety doesn’t stop. You might find yourself at a hotel pool or even in the wintertime around water. And so it’s just something that we…
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Driver airlifted to EIRMC following fiery Teton Pass crash
A hauler truck driver was hospitalized early Tuesday morning after their vehicle veered off Wyoming Highway 22 on the Teton Pass.
The incident…
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“I want our kids to choose to stay here” Gov. Brad Little addresses economic concerns, education and more
“There’s a certain group of our children that are always going to have the opportunity to go into higher education, but it has gotten, over time,…
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Soda Springs Geyser roars to life after three-month repair
After three months of silence, the famous Soda Springs Geyser is once again erupting. A mechanical failure had sidelined the world-famous man-made…
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Construction begins on new Pocatello Pathway from Monte Vista to Pocatello Creek
Construction is underway on the Monte Vista to Pocatello Creek Road Pathway Project, located on the east side of Interstate I-15 in…
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League of Women Voters set up shop at ISU for National Voter Registration Day event
The League of Women Voters of Pocatello set up voter registration stations at the Pond Student Union building and Eli M. Oboler Library at Idaho…
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Idaho Falls pizza shop says social media blew customer dispute out of proportion, will reopen Thursday
A local pizza shop, Pie Hole, has temporarily closed its doors, citing online threats, after a dispute involving a customer wearing a MAGA hat blew…
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Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with murder as prosecutors announce they will seek death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has been formally charged with aggravated murder, two counts of…
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Heads Up, Pocatello: Expect sirens and lights as airport conducts emergency exercise tomorrow
The Pocatello Regional Airport is scheduled to conduct a triennial live emergency exercise tomorrow, September 17th, from 9 AM to noon. This…
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Pocatello horse-based therapy program hosting fundraiser event with celebrity guest Wednesday
Bridle Up Hope, a non-profit equestrian-based therapy and self-esteem building program, is hosting ‘A Night of Hope’ fundraiser event with food, live…
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Area boys and girls high school soccer scores for Monday, September…
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Freeze Warning for Wyoming; Chance of thunderstorms and showers with warmer temps later this week
We have a few spotty showers tonight and Tuesday. Getting cold overnight, with a Freeze Warning posted for Wyoming.…
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Chubbuck police standoff suspect appears in court, charged with aggravated assault
A 36-year-old man appeared in court today following a police standoff at an Extended Stay hotel over the weekend. Joshua Dahlinghaus is facing a…
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Addiction and mental health recovery festival coming up Friday
“The biggest step is to make that phone call or show up somewhere and ask for help, and that’s always very honored when someone has the strength to…
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Two Montana residents sentenced for drug trafficking conspiracy
A Montana man and woman have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute large quantities of methamphetamine and…
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BYU-Idaho’s 25th year marked by record enrollment
Brigham Young University-Idaho is celebrating a record-breaking fall semester with an overall enrollment of 25,000 students. This milestone includes…
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Sage Hill Casino to temporarily close to undergo major renovations
The Sage Hill Casino, located South of Blackfoot, I-15 Exit 89, will be temporarily closed from Sunday, September 21, through Wednesday, October 15,…
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From science fiction to reality: 3D tech helps save Utah teacher’s kidney
A Utah teacher is preparing to return to the classroom after doctors at Intermountain Health used cutting-edge 3D modeling and robotic technology to…
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IFPC files tort claim against Boise School District over restroom encounter
“We will hold Boise High School accountable for the psychological and emotional harm that its actions caused this teenage girl, who was…
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White House requests $58 million in security funding from Congress following Kirk assassination
By Arlette Saenz, Alison Main, Ted Barrett, CNN (CNN) — The White House has requested an additional $58 million in security funding for the…
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A TikTok deal has finally been reached with China, the Trump administration says
By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — A deal has been reached between the Trump administration and China to keep TikTok operational in the United…
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Judge dismisses wrongful termination lawsuit against Idaho AG
“Idahoans elected me to protect families, uphold the Constitution, and ensure government follows the law,” said Attorney General…
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The investigation into Charlie Kirk’s killing continues. Here’s what we know
By Piper Hudspeth Blackburn, CNN (CNN) — Charlie Kirk’s assassination continues to reverberate across the United States as investigators work…
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75-year-old Ammon man killed in motorcycle crash near Fremont County
A 75-year-old man from Ammon is dead following a motorcycle crash on Saturday morning near Island Park.
According to the Idaho State Police, the…
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Elk mating season begins: Outdoor enthusiasts urged to use caution
Some people might hear elk bugling off in the distance, which sounds like high-pitched screaming. Bulls make these sounds to attract female elk and…
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Overturned fuel trailer causes delays on US-91 south of Idaho Falls
An overturned fuel trailer is causing partial traffic delays on U.S. Highway 91, just north of Shelley, near the Bingham and Bonneville County line.…
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Idaho Fish and Game issues salvage order for Blackfoot’s Jensen Grove Pond
Effective from now until Oct. 15, 2025, Idaho Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for Jensen Grove Pond in Blackfoot. This means anglers can…
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Lights, Camera, Science: Local students featured in national science education video
Students at William Thomas Middle School recently had a unique opportunity to showcase their science skills on a national stage. A film crew from…
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Suspect taken into custody following standoff with police in Chubbuck
Police in Chubbuck say a man was taken into custody following a standoff Sunday.…
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Two arrested after incendiary device found under local Fox TV news van in Utah
By Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — Two suspects are in custody after an incendiary device was found under a vehicle belonging to KSTU, a local TV…
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Idaho Falls celebrates Mexico Independence Day
September 16 commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain in…
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A cool start to a nice work week ahead.
A cool Monday, but the rest of the week looks nice.…
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Area high school volleyball scores for Saturday, September…
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Area boys and girls high school soccer scores for Saturday, Septtember…
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More sunshine with pop-up mountain showers
Continuing our trend through Tuesday of sunshine, pleasant afternoon temperatures, and pop-up afternoon showers in the…
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Hundreds cheer for monster truck show
“We’re gonna put trucks on their nose. We’re gonna put trucks on their tailgates, and we might even be putting them upside down…
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“With a little commitment, we can do hard things”: Idaho Falls man finishes 100 marathons
For most people, completing a single marathon is a life-changing accomplishment. For Kalvin Pike of Idaho Falls, it was just the beginning.
On…
Blackfoot takes 4 score victory over Pocatello
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Blackfoot Broncos overpower the Pocatello Thunder on Friday night, coming away with a 41-12 victory. Coming into the…
Continue Reading Soda Springs Edges Firth 13-8
The Soda Springs Cardinals faced the Firth Cougars, with Soda Springs securing a 13-8 victory. Here’s a recap of the key plays that shaped the…
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Century takes 9 point victory over Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Tigers came into this game searching for their first win since September 13th of last year, their and first home…
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Hillcrest defeats Thunder Ridge at Westmark Stadium
Ammon, ID (KIFI) – This meeting between the Hillcrest Knights and the Thunder Ridge Titans began with a beautiful moment. A celebration of life…
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Ririe Bulldogs Dominate Homecoming with a 41-0 win
Ririe High School’s homecoming game was a showcase of their signature hard-nosed, run-heavy football, and the Bulldogs delivered a commanding 41-0…
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Area high school football scores for idaho and Wyoming for Friday, September…
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Skyline vs. Hillcrest: Class 5A Rematch
In a thrilling Class 5A state championship rematch at Westmark Stadium, undefeated Hillcrest (3-0) battled Skyline (3-0) in a game some called the…
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(KIFI)BOYS SCORESSkyline 2 Shelley 2 (tie) Pocatello 1 Highland 5 GIRLS H.S. SCORESBishop Kelly 1Highland …
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District 91 and Idaho Falls Education Association Reach Tentative Agreement
The Education Association will be holding a ratification meeting on Wednesday, September 17th, at 3:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Taylor View…
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New students pile into Rexburg for the new BYU-I Fall semester
Fall semester is usually the busiest one for the BYU-I school year, but some returning students say they are surprised by just how many people are…
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Nice daytime temperatures with a few thunderstorms
9/12/25: Nice weather overall with spotty afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Most of the storms again are over the mountains.…
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Dr. Jeff Meldrum, beloved ISU professor and renowned “Bigfoot” expert, dies at 65
Meldrum was a pillar and the longest serving member of the university’s Department of Biological Sciences, where he had taught since 1993. Beyond the…
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Bringing Shakespeare to Life: ISU blends tech and humanities in new VR project
Idaho State University is bringing classical literature to life in a new way. Professors and students from the English and Computer Science…
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Protest over Perez shooting draws small crowd, demands police reform
A small group of Pocatello residents gathered for a community protest Tuesday, demanding police reform and increased accountability following the…
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College of Eastern Idaho’s nursing program ranked 3rd in Idaho
It received the ranking due to it’s impressive rate of its students passing the NCLEX-RN certification exam, as well as its “robust curriculum…
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“Business Pitch” competition at ISU, with $4,500 Prize
Are you a high school student with a great business idea? Idaho State University’s Business Pitch competition is now open for registration. The…
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Deputies cleared in Shelley officer-involved shooting, Prosecutor says deadly force was justified
Three Bonneville County and three Bingham County sheriff’s deputies will not face criminal charges for their use of force in the shooting death of…
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