Pocatello woman’s lost cat found in California
After a harrowing series of events a Pocatello woman’s lost cat was found in Wildomar, California, nearly 900 miles…
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Idaho’s new library law faces lawsuit over constitutional concerns
A new lawsuit is challenging Idaho’s House Bill 710, a law intended to restrict children’s access to harmful materials in libraries. The coalition…
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Idaho DMV offers vehicle registration appointments virtually
Idahoans can now make a virtual appointment to renew their vehicle registration.…
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Boil Advisory lifted for Ucon
Ucon is under a boil advisory because of a loss of water pressure on…
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Burn ban issued for Bonneville County
The Bonneville County Commissioners issued a burn ban due to high temperatures and low moisture levels. The ban will remain in effect until…
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INL working to minimize Idaho’s environmental footprint
Dr. Lynn Wendt, Director of the Biomass Feedstock National User Facility at Idaho National Laboratory, joins Local News 8 in the Morning to share how…
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Development Workshop processes over 25,000 ducks for annual race
Each of the 25,000+ ducks is individually evaluated and processed by…
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Job fair set for Rexburg on Tuesday, August 5
Several companies will be at a job fair at the Veterans of Foreign Wars building in Rexburg at 480 West 2nd…
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Outdoor restrooms get updated look
Salmon artist Cayla Sanderson was tasked with beautifying some outhouses for the Bureau of Land…
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Register early to avoid lines on Election Day
To avoid long lines at the polls, local election workers say to make sure you are registered before election…
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Driver injured in rollover on US 20 west of Idaho Falls
A 26-year-old man was taken to the hospital from a crash on US 20 west of Idaho Falls on Tuesday, July 30.…
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Smoke thins out and warming up
Sunshine with smoke this morning and chilly around 50. Headed to 83 in Idaho Falls. Breezes 7-12 into the afternoon for the kickoff of the War Bonnet…
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Idaho DEQ offers app to help you keep track of air quality
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality said they have an app that can help you keep track of the air…
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Scam Alert: Avoid emails offering ‘approved list of town businesses’
Suspicious emails regarding an “approved list of town businesses”’ are attempting to get community members to share personal…
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Murder suspect faces death penalty
The death penalty is back on the table after a local man accused of murder rescinded his guilty…
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Boar’s Head expands recall to include 7 million more pounds of deli meats tied to listeria outbreak
The popular deli meat company Boar’s Head is recalling an additional 7 million pounds of ready-to-eat products made at a Virginia plant as an…
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Body found in Power County near Pocatello
Police found a body in the Trail Creek area of Power County on Sunday while searching for a missing…
Continue ReadingNorah O’Donnell to step down as anchor of ‘CBS Evening News’ for new role
By Hadas Gold, CNN New York (CNN) — Norah O’Donnell will step down as anchor and managing editor of CBS Evening News following the November…
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Smoke & gusty winds with isolated storms into the day
Smoke and cooler temps today. Sun and haze into the day and 40% of storms for the afternoon with increased chances for the upper valley and…
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Small fire reported on Fort Hall Reservation
A small fire was reported on the Fort Hall Reservation Monday burning 2 acres.…
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Court to continue Jeremy Best murder case
Best moved to dismiss the indictment, arguing evidence shows he experienced a mental health breakdown on the day in question, which means the grand…
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Hundreds of fish die in American Falls Reservoir, A look what caused it
Idaho Fish and Game says this was caused by the…
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Police look at credible suspect in shipping container thefts
Local News 8 was given an update on a rash of thefts that occurred earlier this…
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Air quality dropping with smoke in region
Unhealthy air conditions will make breathing difficult for some today, so you’re advised to stay indoors and close windows. Smoke and haze continue…
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American flags should be born in the USA now, too, Congress says
The U.S. imports millions of American flags from overseas, mostly from China. But the sponsors of the proposal said it’s time for American flags to…
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Thunder Fire near Salmon moves back to “Ready” evacuation status
The evacuation status on the Thunder fire has been moved back to “Ready” status as crews continue to contain the fire.…
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Utah man dies following motorcycle crash
Idaho State Police is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred southbound I15 at mp 179.1, at 10:51 am, on Monday, July 22,…
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Air Quality Advisory in effect through 11am Tuesday
Unhealthy air conditions will make breathing difficult for some today, so you’re advised to stay indoors and close windows. Smoke and haze continue…
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Air quality expected to be in ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’ category due to wildfire smoke Monday afternoon
DEQ is warning air quality will increase to the Unhealth For Sensitive Group category on Monday afternoon due to smoke moving in from surrounding…
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Driftwood found on fire north of Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to an outside fire on Saturday, July 27, around 10:49…
Continue ReadingDollywood patrons wade through knee-deep water as theme park floods
By Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton’s theme park was a bucket list item for Zoe Ballesteros. So when the California resident started…
Continue ReadingA historic mining community is decimated as the Park Fire and other massive wildfires rage in the Western United States
By Zoe Sottile, Susannah Cullinane and Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — Wildfires are raging out of control in the Western United States and Canada –…
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Weekend American Legion baseball scores – July 26, 27 & 28, 2024
Area American Legion baseball state tournament scores for the…
Continue Reading Smoke and sunshine today
Wake up with 8 Monday for a special announcement from 6-7am.tomorrow And this weekend, when you have the chance – rescan your TV to pick up on our…
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Preston celebrates 20 years of ‘Napoleon Dynamite’
You can find people wearing moon boots, eating tater tots, and voting for Pedro. But most of all, they are having…
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Thunder Fire growing: Residents near Williams Lake urged to prepare for evacuation
The Lemhi County Emergency Management said those who are in the Williams Lake area are in “Set” status. Set status mean people should prepare for a…
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Woman injured in 2-vehicle collision in Ammon
Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Sunnyside and Eagle Road injuring one man on Friday.…
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Garbage truck driver surprises toddler with toy truck
A 3-year-old Salmon boy loves garbage day. That’s when he gets to see his best friend,…
Continue ReadingTrump plans to return to Butler, Pennsylvania, to honor slain supporter and those injured during assassination attempt
Donald Trump said Friday he plans to return to Butler, Pennsylvania – the place where the former president survived an assassination attempt nearly…
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Grand Teton Mall celebrates 40th birthday
The Grand Teton Mall is hosting a week long party to commemorate 40 years since it first opened on August 1,…
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Redfish Lake recreation complex to reopen in phases
The Redfish Lake recreation complex on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area will reopen in phases beginning Friday, July 26, through Tuesday, July…
Continue ReadingPeople flee Idaho town through a tunnel of fire and smoke as Western wildfires spread
Lightning strikes have sparked fast-moving wildfires in Idaho, prompting the evacuation of multiple communities, including one where a man drove past…
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Containment moves up to 58 percent on Bench Lake Fire
Fire officials said the Bench Lake Fire is 58 percent contained and acreage remained at 2,595.…
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Big changes for the weekend forecast
Red flag warnings are up for the central mountains and upper Snake Plain. Low flows and winds with less of a chance of storms for Friday. Cooler…
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How Miss USA Continental Worldwide wants to improve local communities
2024 Miss USA Continental Worldwide, Kaydee Mickelsen, joins Local News 8 in the Morning to share her platform and how she wants to give back to the…
Continue Reading Thursday American Legion baseball scores – July 25, 2024
Area American Legion baseball scores for Thursday, July…
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Idaho Attorney General files lawsuit against Open Primary initiative
Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador is challenging the open primary…
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Shari’s restaurant shut down in Idaho Falls
Staff at Shari’s Restaurant were told this past Sunday that the restaurant would be permanently closing Wednesday night, July…
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Pocatello woman injured in dog mauling
“I’m having a hard time talking because my upper lip doesn’t want to function quite right. I’m eating soup constantly because I can’t…
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Investigation indicates woman killed by flying semi-tire
Madison County Sheriff gives an update on what may have happened to a woman found dead Monday along Highway 33.…
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Preston’s Debra Gilmore leaves a legacy of keeping highways clean
A Preston woman who passed away was recently honored for keeping her community cleaner.…
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New aftermath video shows the extensive damage at Biscuit Basin
A new video from the National Park Service shows the aftermath of a hydrothermal blast at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit…
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Inkom to break ground for new library
The city of Inkom is getting ready to break ground on a new library Thursday, July 25, at 4…
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Water pipe burst at White Pine Charter School
A water pipe burst at the White Pine Charter School on Wednesday morning.…
Continue Reading‘Just shocking’: Delta passengers tell of airport agony and honeymoon travel woes during tech meltdown
By Jaide Timm-Garcia, Isabel Rosales, Amanda Musa and Erika Tulfo, CNN (CNN) — J.R. Reed’s three kids were scattered in different states…
Continue Reading‘An insight into Diana’s life’: Princess’ handwritten letters go on sale
Princess Diana’s letters to her family’s former housekeeper are going on sale, providing an “insight” into her life behind closed doors,…
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Report released on Arco crop-dusting crash
We have a follow-up on the plane crash that happened in Arco on June 20, 2024, that took the life of a crop-dusting…
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Fire crews making progress on Bench Lake Fire
Crews made progress on the Bench Lake Fire near Redfish Lake by increasing containment to 45 percent on Wednesday. The fire size remains at 2.595…
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Red flag warning and cooler windy temps
Cooler and windy today with highs in the low 90’s for Pocatello. Both IDA and PIH popped 101 yesterday just a the first cold front came through with…
Continue ReadingMan accused of starting California’s Park Fire is arrested as Oregon battles massive blaze
By Dalia Faheid, Robert Shackelford, Lauren Mascarenhas and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — The largest active wildfire in the United States has…
Continue Reading Wednesday American Legion baseball scores – July 24, 2024
Area American Legion baseball scores for Wednesday, July…
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Idaho Falls Police need help in identify suspect in burglary case
Police need your help in identifying a possible burglary suspect at D&L Cleaners in Idaho Falls.…
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Yellowstone’s Biscuit Basin to remain closed for the rest of summer following explosion
Biscuit Basin will remain closed for the rest of Yellowstone’s summer season as a safety measure for visitors following Tuesday’s hyrothermal…
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Idaho Food Bank looks to help kids overcome summer hunger
Studies show hunger in Idaho is not…
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Bingham County issues burn ban
Bingham County Fire officials have issued a burn ban for the county beginning Wednesday, July 24, 2024.…
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“Thank a Farmer Day” celebrates local agriculture
The Idaho Farm Bureau and local 4H volunteers gathered in the Ammon Culver’s parking lot today to celebrate farmers by teaching local kids about…
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Idaho Department of Education announces SRO grant opportunity
Idaho school districts and charter schools are now able to apply for additional funding to hire a School Resource Officer (SRO).…
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Rigby family wins money on TV game show
A Rigby family came close to winning the grand prize on “The Quiz with Balls” game show which aired Tuesday night.…
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Surprise Yellowstone geyser eruption highlights little known hazard at popular park
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A surprise eruption of steam in a Yellowstone National Park geyser basin that sent people scrambling for…
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Fire size remains the same for Bench Lake Fire
The Bench Lake Fire near Redfish Lake is 34 percent contained and the acreage remained at 2,595, according to fire officials Wednesday, July…
Continue ReadingTakeaways from FBI testimony: Trump shooter searched details of JFK assassination and flew drone near rally site
By Holmes Lybrand, Hannah Rabinowitz and Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump’s would-be assassin searched for details of the John F. Kennedy…
Continue ReadingAre cold showers good for you? What the science says
You may have seen people jumping into frigid seas or stylish ice baths, claiming these dunks are good for heart health, muscle recovery, stress and…
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Salt Lake City celebrates announcement that it will host the 2034 Winter Olympics
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Salt Lake City was formally awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics and Paralympics following a vote Wednesday by…
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Heat and thunderstorms for Wednesday
We have a heat advisory for Wednesday. A red flag warning for Thursday with gusty winds. Good news, slightly cooler temperatures this weekend.…
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Why we see power outages in the heat of the day
Nearly 2,200 Rocky Mountain Power customers experienced another power outage Tuesday afternoon in the Ammon area, following two overnight outages…
Continue Reading Large hydrothermal explosion caught on camera in Yellowstone National Park
Video on Facebook shows an intense explosion at Biscuit Basin in Yellowstone National Park Tuesday morning.…
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Rigby family competes in “The Quiz with Balls” on Fox
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Will and Jodi Bozung of Rigby came into the Local News 8 studio to talk about their appearance on “The Quiz with Balls.” In…
Continue ReadingSecret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns
CNN By Evan Perez, Lauren Fox, Tierney Sneed, Holmes Lybrand and Whitney Wild, CNN (CNN) — US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has…
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Temps continue to rise through Wednesday with low thunderstorm risk
Patchy smoke and sunny for most of Tuesday. A slight thunderstorm risk with high temperatures in the mid…
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Power restored for Ammon area
Some 2230 Rocky Mountain Power customers are without power this afternoon due to unknown reasons.…
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State GOP expresses concern over Biden’s endorsement of Kamala Harris
The Idaho republican party is weighing in on President Joe Biden’s decision to bow out from this November’s race for the white house.
The…
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Bench Lake fire grows to over 2,500 acres
The Bench Lake Fire burning near Redfish Lake grew to 2,567 acres and is 13 percent contained, according to fire manager’s report issued Monday…
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13-year-old girl drowns in Bear Lake
A girl drowns while swimming along the east shore of Bear Lake…
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Pocatello Police investigate possible THC jelly beans handed out during July 4th parade
On July 14, 2024, Pocatello Police were notified of some jelly beans that were handed out during the 4th of July Parade that possibly contained THC.…
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Political scientist David Adler shares thoughts on President Biden’s decision
Political scientist and writer David Adler shares his thoughts on President Biden’s historic decision.…
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Areas of smoke with a thunderstorm chance
Areas of smoke with isolated thunderstorms for Sunday evening. An overnight low around 60°. Northeast winds around 10 mph. Patchy smoke and hot for…
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Local people react to President Biden’s decision to drop out of race
Local News 8 went to the Idaho Falls Greenbelt to gauge the reaction to President Joe Biden’s withdrawal as the Democratic nominee for…
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Idaho Democrats responds to President Bidens decision
The Idaho Democratic Party released the following statement following President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race.…
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Fire contained in foothills east of Firth, Blackfoot
A brushfire is burning in the Wolverine area in the foothills of Bingham County, east of Firth and Blackfoot.…
Continue ReadingLegal experts are dubious of any court challenge to Democrats’ move to put forward new nominee
CNN By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — Legal challenges to Democrats’ move to nominate a new presidential candidate in the wake of President Joe…
Continue Reading Saturday American Legion baseball scores – July 20, 2024
Area American Legion baseball scores for Saturday, July…
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Thunderstorm knocks out power lines in Bingham County
BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – A Friday evening thunderstorm knocked out power and downed trees in Blackfoot and portions of the county. The…
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More smoke with afternoon and evening thunderstorms
High pressure overhead will continue to deliver above normal temperatures. With this latest ridge of high pressure, we’ll also see more smoke from…
Continue Reading Friday American Legion baseball scores – July 19, 2024
Area American Legion baseball scores for Friday, July…
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Former prosecuting attorney pleads guilty to distributing meth, fentanyl
A former Jefferson County prosecuting attorney has pleaded guilty in federal court to one count of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine…
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How security cameras help homeowners and police
“Just a doorbell camera can help a lot with certain types of…
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Bonneville County Detectives identify man found floating in Snake River
Deputies have identified the body found floating in the Snake River in Idaho Falls on Monday.…
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Bench Lake Fire near Redfish Lake now 8% contained
The Bench Lake Fire near Stanley is 8 percent contained and has burned 2,037 acres, according to fire managers Friday morning. That’s an increase of…
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West Nile detected in Fort Hall Bottoms area
West Nile has been detected on the Fort Hall Reservation in the Fort Hall Bottoms near the Buffalo Corral area off of Sheepskin Road.…
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Idaho Falls nearly sets Roundnet record
East Idaho Roundnet players came just shy of setting a world record Thursday…
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