Supreme Court declines to revisit landmark same-sex marriage precedent
By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Monday declined an opportunity to overturn its landmark precedent recognizing a constitutional…
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Dry and chilly into mid-week
Clouds give way to partly sunny skies today. Take a jacket or hoodie when you head out the door. High 54. Light winds. Below freezing…
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A few nice days ahead, but rain/snow does eventually return.
Looking forward to several quiet days ahead as high pressure takes control, keeping storms to our north… at least until the end of the week.…
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Cops and Kids Annual “Stuff the Stocking” Fundraiser in Chubbuck
Yesterday, officers from the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, Pocatello and Chubbuck Police Departments as well as the Idaho State Police were all…
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Saturday H.S. football playoff scores – November 8
Area high school football playoff scores for Saturday, November…
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The Veterans of the American Legion Post 4 Host 4th Annual Veteran’s Parade in Pocatello
Just a few weeks ago, Pocatello residents enjoyed the ISU Homecoming Parade, and this weekend they were treated again with the 4th annual veteran’s…
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Annual Bonneville Fall Bazaar and Craft Fair Brings in Thousands
The 15th annual fall bazaar and craft fair brought in thousands from around the area today at Bonneville High School.…
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Several quiet days ahead, but stormier weather does eventually return.
Looking forward to several quiet days ahead as high pressure takes…
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Friday high school football playoff scores – November 7
Area high school football playoffs for Idaho and western Wyoming for Friday, November…
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Hillcrest advances to 5A State Semifinals with 35-14 win over Lakeland
Hillcrest is moving on in the 5A High School Football State Playoff after defeating the Lakeland Hawks 35-14 in front of the Knight faithful at…
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Rigby Trojans Punch Ticket to Semis with Dominant 42-28 Win Over Mountain View Mavericks
A much anticipated battle between two 6A teams from opposite sides of the state. The intensity was high as soon as mountain view took the field, and…
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Skyline Grizzlies Advance to Semis Following Tight Game Against Sandpoint Bulldogs
Tonight the Skyline Grizzlies were back in the ICCU Dome at ISU for their playoff game against the Sandpoint Bulldogs. Both teams went into tonight’s…
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“Energy and Nothingness” INL Researcher Releases Science Poetry Book
“I hope that through this book, I can invite more people into being curious about what our universe is made of,” says Kevin Vallejo, the…
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Fairway Condominiums in Pocatello Flood as Crew Pumps Water Out
The Fairway Condominiums Complex in Pocatello flooded early Friday morning as a result of a main pipeline bursting.…
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Clearing out for Saturday with chilly temperatures
A dry but chilly Saturday behind this latest…
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Local Elections at Crossroads: Idaho GOP plans push to end nonpartisan municipal elections
Roughly three-quarters of American cities hold non-partisan city council and mayoral elections, or, where candidates do not provide a political party…
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Inmates turn fundraiser shortfall into generosity triumph, keeping promise to St. Anthony seniors
When a fundraiser goal fell just shy, three inmates refused to let their elderly friends down. Instead, they rallied their entire work camp community…
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Dump Truck collision knocks out power in Idaho Falls neighborhood; 20 customers affected
Crews with Idaho Falls Power are responding to a power outage currently affecting 20 customers in the area bordered by Ray Street, Grace Avenue, and…
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Pocatello Regional Airport cancels upcoming flight on Sunday, November 9th due to FAA cuts
The Federal Aviation Administration’s plan to slash airline capacity is already affecting flights in Southeast Idaho.
As of this morning, Delta…
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Certain obesity drugs will cost as little as $149 and Medicare will start covering them under White House deals
CNN By Tami Luhby, Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — Certain blockbuster obesity drugs will be available for as little as $149 per month and more…
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Trump administration starts funding full SNAP benefits for November
By Tami Luhby, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — The US Department of Agriculture announced Friday it is working to fully fund food stamp benefits for…
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Major Blackfoot road closure starts Monday: West Bridge Street shut down for sewer upgrade
Drivers in Blackfoot — listen up! A major road closure is coming next week.
Starting Monday, November 10th, a section of West Bridge Street will…
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Another cold front passing through today
Another front means more wind with a small chance of valley rain and mountain snow.…
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This Date with 8: November 6, 2006 — The Internet Hits 100 Million Websites
According to the internet services company Netcraft, a quarter of the pages that made up that milestone were created in just the year of 2006 alone.…
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Tight timeline and mail-in ballots? Local News 8 gets answers for Bonneville Runoff Elections
“It does make a pretty tight timeline. But we are planning on sending out absentee ballots, likely between the 12th and the 14th. It doesn’t give…
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Fish and Game forced to put down food conditioned bears in Teton County
On Nov. 4, Fish and Game responded to reports of a black bear sow and three cubs that had been frequenting a Teton County neighborhood for over a…
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LDS Church names Elder Gérald Caussé to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
The faith officially announced today that Elder Gérald Caussé, a 62-year-old native of Bordeaux, France, will be the newest apostle. He was called…
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NWS confirms EF-0 tornado touched down in Rigby late October
The twister touched down around 1:45 p.m. on October 27th near N 3950 E. The brief but powerful storm path spanned approximately 200 yards long and…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport confirms normal operations despite national flight reductions
Good news for travelers flying out of Idaho Falls, the FAA’s new 10% flight cuts will not impact the Idaho Falls Regional Airport directly.
IDA…
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Horse found roaming Bonneville County; Sheriff’s Office searches for owner
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the owner of a horse found wandering near 17th S. and 35th W. earlier this…
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Reed’s Dairy invites Idaho Falls to celebrate new production facility after devastating fire
In the difficult months since the fire, the Reed family demonstrated incredible resilience. They continued serving customers by outsourcing the…
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‘Operation Green Light’: Bannock County joins national effort to support veterans
If you’ve been in Pocatello this week, you may have noticed a change in lighting around town. The Bannock County courthouse is lit up in green as…
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National Adoption Month: Gift of Adoption celebrates connecting 68 Idaho kids with forever homes since 2024
A national organization is expanding its reach in the Gem State. Since launching its first-ever chapter here in 2024, The “Gift of Adoption”…
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Nancy Pelosi announces she will not seek reelection to Congress after nearly 40 years in Washington
By Sarah Ferris, Dana Bash, CNN (CNN) — Nancy Pelosi, the first and only female speaker of the US House of Representatives and one of the most…
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Kohberger attorneys fight victim funeral costs; Judge questions ‘no income’ claim
Attorneys for convicted killer Bryan Kohberger were back in court Wednesday, challenging a request to pay for the urns and part of the funeral…
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The Playmill Theatre new building construction underway in Island Park
Construction of The Playmill Theatre’s new location in Island Park is progressing well. The main building’s metal structure and exterior have been…
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This Date with 8: November 5, 1605 — Gunpowder Treason
A frantic search led to a mountain of explosives being found in the undercroft, with the now infamous Guy Fawkes guarding…
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College of Eastern Idaho honors first POST academy graduates
The new POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) allows officers to stay in their own community while they learn the vital skills necessary for…
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Bonneville Fire District #1 jumps to elite Class 2 rating, joining Idaho’s top responders
Bonneville County Fire District #1 has earned a high achievement, securing an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Class 2 rating.
This elite rating…
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Harwood Elementary closure extended through Thursday
Jefferson School District 251 has extended a school closure for Harwood Elementary, after a minor pipe break caused flooding earlier this…
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“Ready for Change”: Pocatello Mayoral candidates reflect on election and city’s future
Following the local elections, Pocatello is guaranteed a new mayor by December 2, 2025. Mark Dahlquist had 40% of the votes, and Greg Cates had…
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Trump administration will reduce traffic at 40 airports across the US starting Friday if shutdown continues
By Alexandra Skores, Pete Muntean, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce flights at dozens of major airports…
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Idaho Falls UTV Light Parade spots open Nov. 6th.
Get ready to light up the night! Registration for the Third Annual UTV Holiday Light Parade and Stones KIA Firework Show kicks off this Thursday,…
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Fish & Game official records tense face off with mountain lion
In October, a wildlife technician with Idaho Fish & Game was sent into the Owyhees to initiate a “cause of death investigation” regarding a male mule…
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AG Labrador secures win for Idaho homeowners trapped in predatory 40-year contracts
“Idaho families were tricked into signing contracts that locked them into 40-year obligations with massive penalties if they tried to use a different…
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Names released for men lost on Henry’s Lake; drowning confirmed
Fremont County Coroner Brenda Dye has officially released the names of two men who disappeared while fishing on Henry’s Lake. The victims have been…
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Idaho Falls Native and son die in ‘Murder Hornet’ attack while zip-lining in Southeast Asia
An Idaho Falls native and his teenage son died last month after being attacked by a swarm of Asian giant hornets—often dubbed ‘murder…
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Island Park mourns unexpected loss of Fire Chief Nathanael Brandemihl at 45
The Island Park community is mourning the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Nathanael Brandemihl, who died at his home on Saturday, November 1st, at…
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Runoff rules in Eastern Idaho: Why some cities need a second election
East Idaho cities are no strangers to run-off elections, and there is a reason for that.
With the prospect of run-offs in our current local…
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Mayor Blad ousted as candidates Greg Cates & Mark Dahlquist head to runoff election
Pocatello is headed for a high-stakes mayoral runoff on December 2, 2025, guaranteeing that the city will have a new leader in 2026. The final tally…
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Rexburg Police Station Bond fails to reach supermajority
A bond that would have been used to cover the cost of construction for a new Rexburg police station facility failed to reach the 66.67% of approval…
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Scott Stufflebeam secures Blackfoot Mayoral Victory; Shoyo takes D55 Trustee post by a whisper
The official results are finalized for the Bingham County 2025 municipal elections, confirming a tight victory for Scott D. Stufflebeam, who narrowly…
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Idaho Falls Election Results: Burtenshaw and Alldridge head to runoff in Mayoral Election
As the final tallies are processed from Idaho Falls’ municipal election, the results show two City Council seats have been secured, while the highly…
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More wind with a chance of rain and snow
Windy for Wednesday with a few showers for the afternoon and evening.…
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Zohran Mamdani will win New York City mayoral election, CNN’s Decision Desk projects
Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old democratic socialist whose focus on working-class issues and personal magnetism attracted a diverse coalition of…
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Two hospitalized after an alleged drowsy cement truck driver causes multi-vehicle crash at 17th & Yellowstone
Idaho Falls Police and Fire are currently on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash involving a cement mixer that has completely closed the intersection…
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Two drivers walk away after crash in downtown Idaho Falls
Two drivers fortunately walked away without injury after a late-afternoon crash Tuesday at the intersection of Broadway and Park Avenue near the Celt…
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Two lanes open on I-15 northbound as ITD works on Riverton Road Bridge
As engineers continue to assess the damage and necessary repairs on Riverton Road Bridge, the Idaho Department of Transportation has taken further…
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Idaho Food Banks reach tipping point as unpaid workers, SNAP cuts drive record demand
The ongoing federal government shutdown, on the edge of becoming the longest ever, has created a severe national emergency. Federal workers are…
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A UPS plane with 3 crew members crashed near the Louisville airport
A UPS MD-11 plane crashed near the Louisville, Kentucky, airport, according to preliminary information, a source…
Continue Reading Harwood Elementary closed tomorrow (Nov. 5) due to pipe break
Jefferson School District 251 announced Tuesday afternoon that Harwood Elementary will be closed on Wednesday, November 5th, due to flooding caused…
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White House says it will partially fund SNAP benefits after Trump threatens to withhold them until shutdown ends
By Adam Cancryn, Tami Luhby, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — The White House said Tuesday it would follow through on plans to partially fund critical…
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Rexburg Police nab suspected tagger who targeted 35+ local businesses in vandalism spree
After a multi-month tagging spree targeting local businesses, the Rexburg Police Department announced Tuesday morning, November 4th, that the…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced in multi-year Wyoming poaching spree
A multi-year investigation recently wrapped up in Lincoln County on Sept. 24 when Rodney Gilstrap of Idaho Falls, Idaho, was sentenced on multiple…
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Sheriff’s Office warn of jury duty scam surge in Bonneville County
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is issuing an urgent warning following a significant uptick in jury duty scams hitting the area. In the…
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Idaho Falls Zoo mourns the loss of Sid, a gray gibbon
The Idaho Falls Zoo is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Sid, the zoo’s male gray gibbon.…
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Election day forecast
Election day will be cloudy and temperatures to 57. Winds pick up from the SW 10-20mph and gusts expected to 29mph. This front creates shower…
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Dick Cheney, influential Republican vice president to George W. Bush, dies
CNN By Stephen Collinson, Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN (CNN) — Dick Cheney, America’s most powerful modern vice president and chief architect…
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This Date with 8: November 3, 1948: Biggest Headline Whoopsie
The Chicago Daily Tribune been decidedly against incumbent President Truman. They’d even gone so far as to call him a…
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A slight chance of showers for Tuesday with more scattered rain and snow expected later this week
Several disturbances roll through the region this week. We’re looking at a few showers with gusty winds off and on this workweek.…
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Bodies of missing fishermen found in Henry’s Lake
Update 8:00 p.m. — The bodies of the missing fishermen have been found. They were found around 5:30 p.m on Henry’s Lake. Using sonar tech, search…
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Idaho growers taking losses despite bountiful season
Idaho’s growing season is over, and the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation says local farmers are facing tough times to make ends…
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Time capsule from Japanese Church of Christ revealed to public Saturday
Leaders from the Japanese Church of Christ unveiled artifacts found in a 101-year-old time capsule on Saturday, showcasing the story of early…
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ISU launches new Master’s in Geology with Geology Management Concentration
“This degree is specifically intended for people who are chomping at the bit to enter their geosciences career and move up into managerial…
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The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho secures grant to launch Education Center construction
A local art museum is one step closer to a notable milestone, thanks to a new grant. The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho in Idaho Falls has received a…
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Pocatello Police launch 7th annual “Give the Cops a Bird” Thanksgiving food drive
For the 7th year in a row, the Pocatello Police Department is bringing back a seasonal partnership with the local Idaho Food Bank ahead of the…
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Wyoming Governor Gordon steps in amid SNAP crisis
As millions nationwide brace for reduced Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits this month due to the ongoing government shutdown, the…
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Motorcyclist dies after prolonged hospital stay following highway 26 crash near Swan Valley
A 69-year-old Idaho Falls man passed away last week, succumbing to injuries he received in a grisly motorcycle crash near Swan Valley early last…
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Trump administration can provide only half of usual food stamp benefits in November
The Trump administration said Monday that it will provide only half of the normal food stamp benefits for November by tapping into the program’s…
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Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Grateful Dead singer, dies at 78
Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, a soulful mezzo-soprano who provided backing vocals on such 1960s classics as “Suspicious Minds” and “When a Man…
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Suspicious Death Investigation underway in Bannock County
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has opened an investigation into the suspicious death of a young man following the discovery of his body…
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Gov. Little establishes task force to secure $1B federal funding for rural health
Idaho is looking to bring in a massive federal investment to overhaul healthcare access and quality in its rural communities. On October 30th,…
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“It’s My Biggest Regret”: Mayor Blad admits to lack of response to Perez Shooting ahead of Mayoral Election
Just days before the November 4th mayoral election, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has become the subject of a fresh wave of intense public criticism and…
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Mild afternoons and tracking storms this week
Sunny and 61 today with winds n 5-7mph. Increasing clouds tonight and 37 with winds shifting SSW to 20mph. We’ve got a series of storms that will…
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A nice start to the workweek, but fronts later on keep things windy.
A nice start to the workweek, but more fronts keep things unsettled.…
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I-15 partially reopens after tanker truck crashes into bridge
Road crews are continuing to assess the bridge’s…
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Crash north of Fort Hall temporarily blocks lanes
“The left northbound lane on I15 was blocked for approximately 20 minutes,” ISP said. “The southbound left lane on I15 was blocked for…
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Fruitland High School Wins 4A State Volleyball Following 5-Set Battle
Tonight was the thrilling end to the 4A Girl’s State Volleyball Tournament with the number one seeded Bear Lake Bears taking on the number five…
Continue Reading Friday state H.S. football playoff scores – October 31
Area high school football scores for eastern Idaho and western Wyoming for Friday, October…
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Ambrose High School Takes 3A State Volleyball Championship
The 3A State Volleyball Tournament continued today, wrapping up in an exciting five set match by the Ambrose Archers versus the Malad Dragons.…
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Saturday state H.S. volleyball tournament Day 3 scores – November 1
Area state volleyball tournament day 3 scores For Saturday, November…
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A series of fronts over the next few days
After several nice days, a series of fronts will keep things active for us. However, many of those fronts are on the weaker side, meaning we don’t…
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Idaho Falls Winter Market kicks off
Dozens of people gathered this morning to check out everything for sale. Vendors sold items ranging from produce, to soap, to…
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Idaho Falls celebrates Día de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos is a time to celebrate and remember the life of a loved one instead of mourning their…
Continue Reading State H.S. volleyball tournament day 2 scores – October 31
Area state high school volleyball tournament day 2 scores for Friday, October…
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Serman Service and Electric Athlete of the Week: Justus Mangum
Winning is not easy in high school football. It takes an entire team that is bought in and willing to do whatever it takes to win. And that is…
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Skyline Dominates Over Bonneville Bees 42-21
Tonight the Skyline Grizzlies took the field at the ICCU Dome in Pocatello by storm. Fans fought through the I-15 traffic to make it to the game,…
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Madison holds off Boise 17-14 to advance in 6A playoffs
Madison is now moving on in the 6A state playoff after a tight 17-14 victory over the Boise Braves in Rexburg tonight. Brennan Dredge of Madison…
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Partly cloudy with warmer temps this Saturday; A slight chance of showers Sunday
Expect partly cloudy skies and warmer temperatures this Saturday, with a slight chance of showers on…
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Traffic nightmare in Blackfoot because of I-15 closure, ITD working to reopen by Saturday mid-morning
The Idaho Transportation Department reported Friday afternoon that they hope to open Interstate 15 between the Blackfoot exits by mid-Saturday…
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