KIFI 65 years: Lloyd Lindsay Young
It’s not just the big news stories we remember when looking back on the 65 years of broadcasting history at KIFI. We also remember…
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Constitutional conversations: Protecting civil liberties
How should American citizens secure our rights?
One constitutional scholar addressed that question and analyzed current events at a Wednesday…
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Wednesday girls high school basketball scores – January 28
Area girls high school basketball scores for Wednesday, January…
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Wednesday boys high school basketball scores – January 28
Area boys high school basketball scores for Wednesday, January…
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Community turns out to support White Pine Charter School fundraiser
The spaghetti dinner and bingo fundraiser included a student art show, a silent auction, and a penny raffle for younger students.
School Director…
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Double Arrest in Drug Trafficking Case in Pocatello
Two men were arrested early Tuesday morning in Pocatello on multiple charges of drug use and manufacturing.…
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Snow showers clearing out with patchy fog and cloud cover for Thursday
Our weak storm system is slowly moving east into Wyoming for Wednesday evening. In the wake of this system, we’ll see some overnight fog…
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Rexburg Police warn of rising ‘sextortion’ scams targeting local youth
The Rexburg Police Department is sounding the alarm over a sharp increase in “sextortion” cases, a digital blackmail scheme that investigators…
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Medicaid cuts, declining reimbursements lead to layoffs at Teton Valley Health Care
Medicaid cuts and declining reimbursements are having a direct impact in Teton Valley, where Teton Valley Health Care has laid off some staff and…
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Classes Canceled: Rising illnesses and absences force multi-day closure for Ririe School District
All schools within Ririe School District #252 have canceled all classes through the end of the week as a wave of illness leaves many desks and…
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Idaho Falls man found guilty of striking officer while filming traffic stop
A 33-year-old local man faces up to five years in state prison after a jury found him guilty of striking a police officer during a confrontation last…
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Investigators in Customs and Border Protection’s internal probe into Alex Pretti killing have limited evidence access
By Shimon Prokupecz, Holmes Lybrand, Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — Investigators tasked with running the internal Customs and Border Protection probe…
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New property acquisition expands Tex Creek Wildlife Management Area by 280 acres
“Thanks to Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and onX for helping to make this acquisition possible,” says Ryan Walker, Tex Creek Habitat Biologist.…
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Christa McAuliffe’s legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster
Wednesday marks the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy.
The shuttle exploded 73 seconds after takeoff on Jan. 28, 1986.
New…
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Blackfoot police search for vandal after sewer ‘sabotage’ on Hill View Dr.
The City of Blackfoot is calling on the public for help after an intentional act of vandalism that left local homeowners facing costly repairs and…
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Museum of Natural History to host event on cartographic encounters and a rediscovery of the far west fur trade
Experience an evening honoring Indigenous Resilience as Dr. S. Matthew DeSpain presents traditional Far West fur trade history at Frazier Hall on…
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Driggs Family Safety Network unveils ‘Kalico Cottage’ in honor of Kali Randall and her children
In memory of the late Kali Randall, Teton County’s Family Safety Network has officially named its new emergency shelter in Driggs, Idaho, ‘Kalico…
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Rep. Simpson touts $9 million federal investment for US-30 overhaul in Soda Springs
Congressman Mike Simpson (R-ID) announced Tuesday that he has secured over $9 million in federal funding to overhaul the stretch of US-30 through the…
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Yellowstone announces early fishing season for three west-side rivers
Starting this year, Yellowstone National Park will extend the fishing season on three rivers in the park.…
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Sen. Ruchti to host three-part 2026 Legislative Town Hall series
Looking to bridge the gap between the Statehouse and the community, State Senator James Ruchti (D-Pocatello) has announced three town halls for…
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Legislative budget-writers tell agencies to prepare for additional cuts
State agency budget cuts could deepen to 5% for the current fiscal year and next fiscal year.
Leaders of the Legislature’s Joint…
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Tuesday girls high school basketball scores – January 27
Area girls high school basketball scores for Tuesday, January…
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Christian Nationalism in the spotlight: Idaho Falls City Club hosts ‘Extremely American’ podcaster
“When I’m talking about Christian nationalists, I’m talking about people who want a theocracy in America,” Druzin said.…
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Tuesday boys high school basketball scores – January 27
Area boys high school basketball scores for Tuesday, January…
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Boise Meteorologist Dies in Plane Crash
Roland Steadham, the chief meteorologist for CBS2 in Boise is one of two victims after a plane crashed into the Payette river.…
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Saint Anthony Family pays tribute to family member on Family Feud
For the Crain family, a casual afternoon spent scrolling through Instagram led to a journey of healing on one of America’s most iconic game show…
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One dead, one injured in tandem snowmobile crash at Togwotee Pass
A tandem snowmobile accident on Monday afternoon left one man dead and a woman seriously injured, marking the fourth backcountry fatality in Teton…
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Idaho Democrats blast new round of budget cuts amid GOP Tax Plan
Idaho Democratic leaders are condemning a directive from Republican budget chairs that orders state agencies to prepare for additional mid-year…
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Bonneville County jury convicts 45-Year-Old Ririe Man of aggravated assault
A 45-year-old Ririe man faces up to five years in prison following a felony conviction in Bonneville County.
After a three-day trial, a jury found…
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Shooting involving Border Patrol under investigation in Arizona
A shooting involving US Border Patrol in Arivaca, Arizona, is under investigation, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department said.
The department is…
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Teen son of slain Saratoga Springs woman had gunshot residue on his clothing, police say
Clothing worn by the 15-year-old son of a Saratoga Springs mother who was shot and killed in her home had gun residue on it.
That’s according to a…
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Attorney General: Seven sentenced for child exploitation; Three from Bonneville County face decades in prison
In the last two months, seven individuals, including three from Bonneville County, were sentenced to prison after being convicted of crimes against…
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Know your rights: What to do if ICE comes to your home
As immigration enforcement continues to raise questions and concerns for families across Idaho, the ACLU of Idaho is reminding immigrants of their…
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‘It’s part of his story’: Daughter remembers astronaut dad 40 years after Challenger explosion
It was Jan. 28, 1986 when seven crew members loaded onto the Challenger space shuttle on Florida’s Space Coast, with plans to head to…
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Public Input Wanted: Idaho Falls launches online open house for Elm Street reconstruction
“Elm Street is an important part of our community, connecting downtown with South Boulevard,” said Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director.…
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A sneak peek inside the region’s first free-standing ER; Public open house scheduled for Tuesday
Development is entering its final stages at the new Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center North Idaho Falls ER, the region’s first free-standing ER.…
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Two injured in separate snowmobile accidents on Granite Creek Road Friday
Teton County Search and Rescue volunteers responded to two simultaneous snowmobile accidents that left two riders with serious injuries on Granite…
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Meta and YouTube head to trial to defend against youth addiction, mental health harm claims
By Clare Duffy, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — For years, social media giants have argued against claims that their platforms harm young people’s…
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Alex Pretti broke rib in confrontation with federal agents a week before death, sources say
Federal immigration officers have been collecting personal information about protesters and agitators in Minneapolis, sources told CNN – and had…
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Chubbuck woman faces felony charges for allegedly stealing SUV with infant inside
A 37-year-old Idaho woman faces serious felony charges after allegedly stealing an SUV with a sleeping infant inside on Sunday night.
Rikki Johnson…
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CEI nursing students sweep top leadership spots in Idaho Student Nurses Association
“Being elected to this role is a significant milestone in my journey as a nurse and a Latina mother,” said Silva. “It motivates me to continue…
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6 people presumed dead in Maine plane crash, Bangor airport says
All six people on board a private jet that crashed during takeoff Sunday evening are presumed dead, the Bangor International Airport in Maine said…
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Idaho State Police Sergeant to be honored at 2nd annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon
An Idaho State Police Officer is being honored for a career that defines “going above and beyond.”
On Thursday, February 5, ISP Sergeant Amanda Ward…
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Chris Madel, a Republican running for Minnesota governor, ends his bid and criticizes ICE
By Jeff Zeleny, CNN (CNN) — Chris Madel, a Minneapolis lawyer who represented the immigration agent who fatally shot Renee Good, said Monday…
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Videos and witness statements shed new light on moments leading up to Alex Pretti shooting
By Curt Devine, Thomas Bordeaux, Isabelle Chapman, Casey Tolan, Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN (CNN) — Just minutes before his fatal encounter with…
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Fire Burns Historic Train Tunnel in Bear Gulch Area
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has confirmed a fire in the historic Bear Gulch railroad tunnel, located approximately 0.4 miles from the Bear…
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Community gathers at Bonneville County Courthouse to honor lives lost in Minneapolis
“It’s important to say their names,” Vigil organizer Chance Marshall said. “They’re not just strangers who lived in Minnesota. They are…
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Saturday high school basketball scores – January 24
Area boys and girls high school basketball scores for Saturday, January 24,…
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Mink Creek Nordic Center Hosts Potato Cup Cross Country Ski Races
This morning was the annual Potato Cup: a variety of cross country ski races hosted at the East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center outside of Pocatello.…
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Stoutin’ About at Zoo Idaho Poke Fest
Zoo Idaho hosted their annual Poke Fest earlier today where guests can enjoy beer on tap with a special twist.…
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Friday boys high school basketball scores – January 23
Area boys high school basketball scores for Friday, January…
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Monumental ‘Snowscapes’ return for Idaho Snow Sculpting Championship
After five days painstakingly creating intricate, white masterpieces, 10 monumental sculptures will be displayed Saturday during a “Final Frost”…
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Friday girls high school basketball scores – January 23
Area girls high school basketball scores for Friday, January…
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Chocolate Lover’s Affair Sweetens Up Pocatello
Hundreds enjoyed a Valentine’s Day themed night at the annual Chocolate Lover’s Affair at the Stephen’s Performing Arts Center at ISU, where guests…
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Celebrating 65 Years of Broadcasting: Governor Brad Little proclaims Jan. 23 as “KIFI Local News 8 Day”
Today marks a historic milestone for the region’s airwaves. January 23, 2026, officially marks the 65th anniversary of KIFI Local News 8,…
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Cold weekend ahead
A weak cold front is sliding south through eastern Idaho and Wyoming, setting the stage for a chilly weekend ahead. While there’s a slight chance…
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CEI new tech building update
If you have driven past College of Eastern Idaho lately, it would be hard to miss the construction of the brand new Battelle Energy Alliance Future…
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FBI agent who initially investigated fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis has resigned
By Evan Perez, Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — The FBI agent who initially began working with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to…
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No snow? No problem, but watch out for road crews
Just because there’s no snow on the road doesn’t mean that plow operators aren’t on the…
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Idaho Supreme Court weighs constitutionality of Private School Tax Credits
The Idaho Supreme Court heard oral arguments today to determine whether Parental Choice Tax Credits, a program that provides public funds to families…
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Former BYU Baseball Player Candon Dahle released early from jail following controversial plea deal
Candon Dahle, the former BYU baseball player whose controversial plea deal after crimes against a minor sparked widespread public outcry, has been…
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Gov. Little signs proclamation recognizing Community Risk Reduction Week across Idaho
“Community Risk Reduction is the process fire departments use to identify risk before tragedy occurs and to take intentional action to reduce…
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Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee
Travelers will need to have a REAL ID to board their next US domestic flight or face a $45 fee from the Transportation Security Administration…
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The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed
The joint venture acquiring TikTok’s US assets has been formally established and has announced its leadership team, according to the company, one…
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Republicans move forward with plans for a midterm convention featuring Trump
By Jeff Zeleny, Arlette Saenz, CNN (CNN) — The Republican National Committee voted Friday to move forward with holding a midterm political…
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State and local leaders reflect on the life and service of former Rep. Linden Bateman
The Idaho political community is mourning the loss of a former state representative and historian. Linden Bart Bateman, of Idaho Falls, passed away…
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PCSD 25 Board of Trustees Announces 2026 Leadership: Raymond Knoff Elected Chair
At its January regular meeting, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees conducted its annual reorganization and elected officers…
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Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour coming to Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – This weekend, outdoor enthusiasts and film lovers have the incredibly unique opportunity to experience the Banff Centre…
Continue Reading Thursday boys high school basketball scores – January 22
Area boys high school basketball scores for Thursday, January…
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Vending for love: Students launch “Date Machine” at BYU-Idaho
From spa night to fancy dinners, and treasure hunts to fake proposals, “The Date Machine” is popping with creative outings for a first date or a…
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Area girls high school basketball scores for Thursday, January…
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‘Oh rats!’: Confronting a rodent infestation in western Idaho
“It’s very alarming when you can walk outside somebody’s house and see rats crawling inside…
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How CEI is using AI and tech to fight the anticipated ‘Recession Baby’ enrollment cliff
It’s been 18 years since the 2008 recession, and 2026 will be the first year “recession babies” reach college age. However, there will be fewer…
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Fog and clouds to start off Friday; sunny and cold for the weekend
Tonight, once again we’ll see some low clouds, areas of fog, and a few snow…
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Idaho Democrats mark Roe v. Wade anniversary with call for end to near-total abortion ban
On the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, Idaho Democratic legislators marked the date with a call to restore abortion access,…
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Staff illnesses force temporary closure of Hazel Stuart Elementary
As a result of a significant number of staff absences due to illnesses and other unavoidable circumstances, Hazel Stuart Elementary has been closed…
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Utah man arrested after allegedly using a hidden camera to film family
A Davis County man is facing charges of sexual exploitation of a minor and voyeurism after he was allegedly caught using a hidden camera to film…
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Utah’s first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave
A groundbreaking $51 million water reclamation facility is about to transform how southern Utah handles wastewater. The Confluence Park Water…
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Takeaways from former special counsel Jack Smith’s public hearing
CNN By Marshall Cohen, CNN (CNN) — Former special counsel Jack Smith, who brought two now-defunct criminal cases against President Donald…
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4.7 magnitude earthquake rattles Utah-Wyoming border Thursday morning
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck near the Utah-Wyoming border overnight, just as the Beehive State was waking up.
According to the United States…
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Area boys and girls high school basketball scores for Wednesday, January…
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Passions flare after closure of Blackfoot Senior Center food pantry
Tension over the closure of a volunteer‑run pantry and store at the Blackfoot Senior Center erupted into a packed, emotional meeting as seniors…
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Patchy overnight fog with some clearing for Thursday and Friday
Patchy fog continues to hang over parts of the region…
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250 Trucks, One Mission: LDS Church donates 31,000 pounds of food to Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership
In an effort to combat local food insecurity, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has delivered 31,000 pounds of food to the Eastern…
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State lawmakers set public forum on invasive “Eagle Rat” surge spike in Southern Idaho
In response to a spike in sightings of invasive Norway rats across Southern Idaho, state lawmakers are hosting a public forum to address the rise in…
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House panel votes to hold Clintons in contempt in Jeffrey Epstein probe
By Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — Lawmakers have taken the next step toward holding Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusing to…
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Husband and wife dead in apparent murder-suicide near Idaho-Wyoming border
Multiple people are dead following a domestic disturbance at a remote property along the Idaho-Wyoming border that drew a large-scale police response…
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Six displaced after overnight apartment fire in Pocatello
The fire was first called in just after 11 PM from an apartment at 335 North Hayes Avenue. Only 4 of the 6 apartments were occupied at the time, and…
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Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw delivers inaugural State of the City Address
Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw is set to deliver her first State of the City address later today, Wednesday, Jan. 21.
Mayor Burtenshaw will begin her…
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Life Before Dinosaurs: The Museum of Idaho’s new prehistoric exhibit opens January 31
Starting January 31, the Museum of Idaho invites visitors to step far deeper into prehistory with the opening of Life Before Dinosaurs: Meet the…
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Blind Woman Advocates for Change in Blackfoot
Angelina Quilimaco became completely blind as an infant and can only sense slight shadows. That reality makes everyday tasks more complicated —…
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Where are they now? Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart and key figures in her kidnapping case
“I’m not just that girl that was kidnapped. That happened to me, but I’m so much more,” Elizabeth Smart told CNN’s Anderson Cooper in…
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Area girls high school basketball scores for Tuesday, January…
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Tuesday boys high school basketball scores – January 20
Area boys high school basketball scores for Tuesday, January…
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Parental Choice Tax Credit lawsuit heads to the Idaho Supreme Court
The new $50 million program passed the Legislature in February 2025, and was signed by Gov. Brad Little in the face of significant resistance. The…
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Idaho gas prices drop below national average for first time in months
Idaho drivers are enjoying a rare break at the pump this January, with gas prices sitting below the national average and about 25 cents cheaper than…
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Pocatello seeks public input on city entryway and roadway redesign
“This feedback will help guide future beautification efforts for our city’s roadways and entryways,” said Jim Anglesey, Pocatello’s…
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Medical groups sue to block new CDC vaccine recommendations
even prominent medical associations on Monday sued to reverse changes to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s childhood vaccine…
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Rexburg to open new indoor ice rink following “amazing” private donation
The city of Rexburg is excited to welcome a new attraction to town. They are introducing a new ice skating rink for hockey, figure skating, and…
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Boise hospital ambush suspect reaches plea deal to avoid death penalty
Nicholas Umphenour, the man accused of engaging in a deadly hospital ambush to free a white supremacist inmate, has reached a plea deal with…
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