Utah governor becomes latest to veto transgender sports ban
Utah’s Republican governor vetoed a ban on transgender students playing girls’ sports on Tuesday.…
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Mountain America Event Center names building general manager
As the roof continues to be placed on the Mountain America Event Center in Idaho Falls, the team behind the center itself has announced the general…
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Gov. Little signs bill to improve services for seniors
Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 687 into law Monday at the Mountain Home Senior…
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States with the fewest motor vehicle deaths in 2021
CoPilot analyzed preliminary data from the National Safety Council, released on March 2, 2022, to determine the 10 states with the fewest motor…
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Could the new BA.2 variant cause another surge? A medical expert explains
A subvariant of Omicron, BA.2, is leading to a new wave of COVID-19 infections across Europe. Cases in the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands…
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Idaho dance group stuck in Ireland because of COVID-19
The Red Hot Mamas musical-comedy group from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, gave a well-received performance at the March 17 St. Patrick’s Festival Parade…
Continue Reading How protected are we against COVID-19? Scientists search for a test to measure immunity
In 2010, doctors told Ben Sobieck, now 37, that his kidneys were inexplicably failing. Shortly after, he had a kidney transplant and started on the…
Continue Reading Zelensky: ‘I’m ready for negotiations’ with Putin, but if they fail, it could mean ‘a third World War’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he’s “ready for negotiations” with Russian President Vladimir Putin but warned that if they…
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Over 1 million Americans are seeking treatment for substance use disorder—here’s how it breaks down in Idaho
Zinnia Health identified the total number who received treatment in Idaho using data from a one-day census data from the National Survey of Substance…
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SIPH to offer free tobacco cessation program
A free four week Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation program will be offered to community members in April. …
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 673 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 673 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths over the…
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Idaho House OKs optional full-day kindergarten legislation
Lawmakers in the Idaho House have approved legislation to boost reading skills among young students with optional full-day kindergarten.…
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Idaho wildland firefighter hazard pay plan heads to governor
Legislation that would give Idaho wildland firefighters hazard pay is headed to the governor’s desk.…
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Senate OKs Idaho higher education budget of $643M
The $643 million budget for Idaho’s colleges and universities is headed to the governor.…
Continue Reading How long Covid concerns are ramping up progress on other chronic diseases
By Jessica DuLong, CNN As Covid-19 infection rates fall, doctors and patients are sifting through the wreckage of symptoms left behind. Shortness of…
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Highest and lowest paying health care jobs in Boise
Stacker compiled the highest paying health care jobs in Boise, ID using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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Park Avenue waterline construction
Construction season started in downtown Idaho Falls…
Continue Reading Not only is Lake Powell’s water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too
By Rachel Ramirez, CNN Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since…
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Man arrested for burglary
On March 19, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred in the area of the 500…
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Burglary suspect found asleep inside home
A man who apparently broke into a home was found sleeping inside by homeowners on Sunday morning. …
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Local News 8 morning team tries out fastest-growing sport
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – It’s called pickleball — and it’s America’s fastest-growing sport. Local News 8’s morning anchors Dylan Carder, Emma…
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Bannock County officials award contracts for jail medical bay renovation
Bannock County officials recently awarded contracts for the renovation of the Detention Center’s medical bay to several East Idaho…
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Gov. Little discusses ongoing matters in state
Governor Brad Little believes Idaho is on the right…
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Snow and ice usher in spring in southeastern Idaho
Residents from all over Eastern Idaho woke up on the first day of Spring to see the effects of the heavy snow and feel the effects of wind as well.…
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Fire destroys Chubbuck home
The mobile home located just behind Smiths on Circle Inn Drive caught fire about 9:30…
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Fire destroys Pocatello home
A house fire severely damaged a Pocatello home Saturday afternoon.…
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Cleaning Week coming to Idaho
On Saturday, Governor Brad Little signed a proclamation at the Museum of Clean in Pocatello that will officially declare March 27th through April…
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Gubernatorial candidates talk about the state’s future
Three of the 2022 gubernatorial candidates shared their plans for Idaho’s future Saturday…
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Man found dead in home after overnight standoff with police
Authorities say they found a man dead inside an Evansville home following an overnight standoff with law…
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Man arrested in cold case rapes of women after DNA link
An eastern Washington man has been arrested in the rapes of women in Pullman nearly two decades ago after authorities say DNA linked him to the…
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IFPD asking for help identifying robbery suspect
The suspect was described as a medium build Hispanic male, possibly in his 20s, and was wearing black cargo pants, a dark blue jacket, a black beanie…
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ISU to launch to sales-focused radio show
The Idaho State University College of Business will launch its third radio show with KISU FM 91 on March 30 at 7…
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Gov. Gordon, Veterans Commission to host Veterans Welcome Home Day events
Governor Gordon and the Wyoming Veterans Commission have announced three celebrations around the state for “Wyoming Veterans Welcome Home Day”…
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Chad Daybell appeared in court Friday
Chad Daybell appeared in court Friday before Judge Steven W.…
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UPDATE: One dead, one airlifted after an avalanche near Teton Pass
A man is dead and a woman was airlifted after an avalanche in the Game Creek drainage on the western slope of the Tetons near…
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Park Avenue waterline project begins next week
This year’s construction season will be a busy one, starting with the Park Avenue waterline project on Monday, March 21.…
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Chrome in the Dome this weekend
Ladies and gentlemen start your engines. Chrome in the Dome is back in…
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Dramatic rise in fentanyl-related overdoes in Idaho Falls
The dramatic rise in fentanyl-related overdoses across Idaho in the last two years has taken a toll on our…
Continue Reading Russian media report about American troops being killed in Ukraine is false, National Guard says
By Daniel Dale, CNN Three American troops that a Russian media outlet claimed had been killed in Ukraine are all alive, and none are in Ukraine, the…
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Biden designates Amache National Historic Site as America’s newest national park
President Biden signed the Amache National Historic Site Act Friday, designating the Amache site in Granada, Colorado as part of the National Park…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 563 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 563 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths…
Continue Reading Medical marijuana use linked to cannabis disorder, study finds
ome people with pain, anxiety or depression who obtain medical marijuana cards may overuse marijuana within a short time frame, leading to cannabis…
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Idaho Senate OKs bill to boost secrecy about execution drugs
The Idaho Senate has passed a bill to dramatically increase the secrecy surrounding Idaho’s execution drugs.…
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Idaho property tax bill goes to full Senate vote
Our older, low-income Idaho neighbors may be a little closer to affording their…
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Father pleads guilty to murder charge after boy’s death
An Idaho man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in connection with the beating death of his 9-year-old son.…
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Idaho House approves bill to prevent vaccine discrimination
Legislation preventing most private and public entities in Idaho from discriminating against people who haven’t received the coronavirus vaccine is…
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Bill banning ballot drop boxes is dead in Idaho Senate
Legislation eliminating drop boxes and similar drop-off locations for absentee ballots in Idaho will not get a hearing in the Senate and is dead.…
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INL chooses cybersecurity company to participate in Mentor-Protege Program
Battelle Energy Alliance has selected QED Secure Solutions to participate in Idaho National Laboratory’s Mentor-Protege Program.…
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D25 announces 2022 Summer Food Service Program
Now in its 22 year of operation, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is gearing up for the 2022 Summer Food Service Program. …
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No age limit for Curative COVID-19 rapid testing center
Beginning Friday, there will no longer be an age limit at the Curative COVID-19 rapid testing center in the Target Plaza.…
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Idaho Falls Power seeks public help in shaping the utility’s energy resource portfolio
Idaho Falls Power is seeking public help in shaping the utility’s energy resource portfolio to best address current and future customer…
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AmeriCorps members celebrated for contributions
This week, Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism celebrated the valuable contributions of AmeriCorps members and…
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Pocatello teacher surprised with $25,000 Milken Educator Awards
In a surprise assembly Friday, Dane Beorchia, a career and technical education teacher (CTE) at Highland High School, received a $25,000 Milken…
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Chubbuck teacher surprised with $25,000 Milken Educator Award
In a surprise assembly Friday, Tiffany Lemos, a third-grade teacher at Chubbuck Elementary School, received a $25,000 Milken Educator Award for her…
Continue Reading Moderna seeks FDA authorization for second COVID-19 booster shot for all adults
Moderna announced Thursday that it’s asked the US Food and Drug Administration for authorization for a second COVID-19 booster shot for everyone 18…
Continue Reading Sleep myths that may be keeping you from a good night’s rest
What are your sleep myths and…
Continue Reading Omicron survives longer on some surfaces, studies find. That may help explain why it’s more contagious, but it’s no reason to panic
Under experimental conditions, the Omicron variant of the coronavirus survives at least twice as long on surfaces like plastic, paper and skin than…
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Idaho lieutenant governor lays out plans if elected governor
Idaho Republican Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin outlined her plans for her first 100 days if elected governor, laying out a far-right agenda in her bid to…
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“Somebody the world needs more of” Driggs man killed in Ukraine remembered by friend
Hill was in the northern Ukraine city of Chernihiv seeking life-extending treatment for his long-time partner Irina, who suffers from MS, when…
Continue Reading Excessive napping could be a sign of dementia, study finds
Frequent napping or regularly napping for extended periods during the day may be a sign of early dementia in older adults, a new study…
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Driggs man killed in Russian attack in Ukraine
UPDATE 3/17/22: A Driggs man who traveled to Ukraine for his partner’s treatment has been killed.…
Continue Reading Idaho governor issues first veto, urges teacher pay boost
Idaho Gov. Brad Little has issued his first veto of the year, rejecting a measure having to do with incentive money intended for teachers but who…
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Gov. Little signs transportation funding bill into law
Governor Brad Little signed a key part of his “Leading Idaho” plan into law Thursday, providing hundreds of millions of dollars in new…
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Bill bans discrimination against coronavirus unvaccinated
Legislation preventing most private and public entities in Idaho from discriminating against people who haven’t received the coronavirus vaccine…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 592 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 592 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths…
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Gov. Gordon takes action on 3 bills Thursday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on three bills…
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Hibbard Elementary School first graders help law enforcement investigate leprechaun caper
On this St. Patrick’s Day when the first graders came into their class room, they found a crime scene. A leprechaun had broken into their classroom…
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Bill to boost Idaho grocery sales tax credit heads to Senate
A proposal to increase by $20 the amount Idaho residents can recover on taxes paid on food through the grocery sales tax credit is headed to the full…
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Nampa man sentenced for federal gun crimes
A Nampa man was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for unlawful possession of a firearm and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial…
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2 in custody after pursuit
Two Wyoming residents are in custody following a pursuit…
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Idaho average gas prices set new record Tuesday
Idaho average gas prices set new record of $4.37 per gallon on…
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Fall River Cooperative offering scholarships
Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative is once again offering scholarships to local area high school graduating seniors whose parents or guardians are…
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Idaho middle-schoolers get a chance to explore wellness through art
Idaho’s middle-school artists are encouraged to submit their best work to the Statewide Collaborative Wellness Artwork…
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Boat ramps open for early season access
Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Department (TCJPRD) is partnering with the Snake River Fund to allow users early season access at two boat…
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Teton County seeks childcare proposals for use of nonresidential spaces at 105 Mercill Avenue
Teton County released a Request for Proposals (RFP) on Tuesday for qualified child care providers to rent some or all of the nonresident space on the…
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UI Extension recognized by CDC for vaccine education efforts
University of Idaho Extension’s efforts in COVID-19 vaccine education were recently recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and…
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First responder is preserving history
IDHAO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – An Idaho Falls ER nurse picked up a new hobby that turned into his life’s…
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Sterling Wildlife Management Area is cleaning up decadent vegetation
The Sterling Wildlife Management Area is teaming up with Idaho Fish & Game and the Carter family are working together to clean up tons of…
Continue Reading A sponge is the perfect environment to host various types of bacteria, study says
By Angie Orellana Hernandez, CNN An everyday item in your kitchen is a better home for many diverse types of bacteria than a petri dish in a…
Continue Reading A worm moon will light up the sky this week
By Angie Orellana Hernandez and Ashley Strickland, CNN One of the brightest heralds of spring makes its appearance this week. The March full moon,…
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Multiple non-injury crashes on I-15
On Wednesday at approximately 5:58 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a multi-vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 104, southwest of…
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IFFD responds to 2 fires within minutes of each other
For the second time this year, the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to two unrelated fires within minutes of each other.…
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House OKs Idaho higher education budget of $643M
The House has approved the $643 million budget for Idaho’s colleges and…
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Wyoming app lets residents claim roadkill
Most roadkill is now fair game for people living in…
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Bundy gets probation, no jail, in 2nd trespassing conviction
Far-right activist Ammon Bundy has again been convicted of trespassing and delaying an officer at the Idaho Capitol…
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Challenge Hunger is helping to provide lunches over spring break
Challenge Hunger is teaming up with The Hall Foundation, Good 2 Go stores, and Broulim’s to be able to provide lunches for students in need over…
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2nd annual STEM-UP! event
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, in partnership with Idaho State University’s College of Technology and the School District 25 Education…
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with IFFD Pipes and Drums while raising money to fight childhood cancer
Sketched by the tiny hands of two siblings who lost their big brother to cancer merely months ago, the logo and the sentiment behind this year’s…
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Inflation starting to affect the farming process
the managing partner for Mickelson farms says that unfortunately rising prices does not nearly mean as much goes back to the farmers. “As food…
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Gov. Gordon takes action on 6 bills Wednesday
Governor Mark Gordon took action on six bills on Wednesday.…
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JFAC votes to transfer $100 million from general fund to road construction
$100 million dollars in state cash is being diverted to road construction projects around…
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Idaho State spring enrollment increases
For the second semester in a row, Idaho State University is celebrating a student enrollment increase.…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 855 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 855 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths…
Continue Reading 100% deed restricted apartments announced
During a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, the Teton County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a new housing partnership with the Cumming…
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ITD improves several truck routes in southeast Idaho to improve commerce and mobility
The Idaho Transportation Department recently removed restrictions on several popular trucking routes in southeast Idaho.…
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Idaho nominations announced for nation’s highest STEM teaching honor
Three Idaho elementary school math and science teachers have been named state finalists for the national Presidential Award for Excellence in…
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Rupp debate third at nationals
Idaho State debaters Alyson Tyler and Joseph Tyler argued their way to the semifinal round of Public Forum Debate at the Pi Kappa Delta National…
Continue Reading Federal Reserve hikes interest rates for the first time since 2018
By Anneken Tappe, CNN Business The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates for the first time since 2018, the central bank announced Wednesday at…
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This key indicator may determine how bad a BA.2 wave could be in the US
With a new version of the Omicron coronavirus variant picking up steam in the United States, as many as 28 million seniors remain at risk of becoming…
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Wyoming 2022 Budget Session concludes
The Wyoming Legislature wrapped up the 2022 Budget Session Friday at the State Capitol in…
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