YouTube TV agrees to keep CBS, Paramount on with short-term extension
YouTube TV announced they have agreed to a short-term extension with Paramount. …
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Hoback Canyon closes for avalanche mitigation, Friday
JACKSON, Wyoming (KIFI) – Drivers traveling to or from Jackson, Wyoming, may need to plan an alternate route. The Wyoming Department of…
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Game and Fish free trapped green suckers from shallow circumstances
Earlier this winter, personnel from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Grand Teton National Park, and Trout…
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Health officials share growing concern over spikes in flu cases
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Major flu outbreaks are sweeping through Idaho Falls, this week a rise in respiratory illnesses like flu or RSV forced the…
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Local eateries gear up for Valentine’s Day rush
Tomorrow is the big day for love and romance and local restaurants are…
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University of Idaho ranks among the top U.S. research institutions
MOSCOW, Idaho (KIFI) – The University of Idaho has become the first and only Idaho university to earn an R1 designation under the 2025 Carnegie…
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15 new titles added to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hymns app
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced 15 new hymns to it’s collection of “Hymns – For Home and…
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Gem Prep Charter School drawing in students with accelerated learning opportunities
In recent years, more families are choosing to send their students to charter and private schools over traditional, public schools–with charter…
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Idaho Potato Commission introduces limited Valentines Day creation “Kiss of French”
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)—If you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) released a limited-edition lip…
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School Closures and Delays for February 13
Mackay School District #182 is cancelling classes for Thursday, February 13 due to the extreme cold and electrical and heating…
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Car crash causes traffic jam near Yellowstone Bear World
One man was taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash happened by Yellowstone Bear World on US HWY…
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Community All-Stars: A glimpse at how Idaho & Wyoming rank in top states for elderly care
Caroline Young, Executive Director at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, is a shining example of how care and compassion are making a…
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Winter storm warning issued
As we have been tracking this winter set up for Thursday afternoon and into Friday, looks like some hazardous conditions and snow will be creating a…
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Bannock County hosting open houses about Property Tax Reduction program
Bannock County will start their annual open house tour to spread the word about the Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program starting February…
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Rigby High to get new Field House thanks to donation
Jefferson School District 251 announced a new Field House will be built for Rigby High School. Â thanks to a generous donation from the Broulim…
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Missing Ammon man found dead in Clark County
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Troy McNett, 58, of Ammon who has been reported missing since Monday.…
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Murder-suicide: Wyoming mother shoots her kids, turns a gun on herself
BYRON, Wyoming (KIFI) — A small-town mother shot her four daughters in the head. Monday afternoon, Tranyelle Harshman called 911 and told…
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Immigration expert explains ICE’s deportation priorities
Local News 8 spoke with an Idaho Falls immigration expert, who wants to remain anonymous, about the deportations. The expert said he consults…
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Butte County cancels school due to rapidly rising Flu cases
BUTTE COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – Butte County schools have canceled classes for the next week, due to the high number of flu cases. The Butte County…
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DNA evidence leads Rexburg police to alleged Subway restaurant burglar
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – A Rexburg man is now in custody after DNA evidence linked him to a burglary at a local fast-food restaurant late last month.…
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Missing Fremont County teen found safe
UPDATE: 3:56 pm, February 11 FREMONT, Idaho (KIFI) – The missing 13-year-old from Fremont County has been found. “Hayden has been found safe. Thank…
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Boise State alum Kellen Moore set to become head coach for New Orleans Saints
Former Boise State Quarterback and Philadelphia Eagle offensive coordinator has agreed to a deal to become the next head coach for the New Orleans…
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Irwin man in custody following alleged early morning assault
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – An Irwin man has been after allegedly assaulting his female roommate. 32-year-old Jorge Alberto Mendoza Minero has been…
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Safer Internet Day – Pocatello Police partner with ICAC to promote online safety
The Pocatello Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force to promote online safety during…
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Bonneville Sheriff’s deputies seek walkaway
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Bonneville County sheriff’s office are searching for 45-year-old walkaway Jeremey Don Colwell. Colwell was due back…
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Mark Bent sentenced to 30 years in prison for killing Nikolas Bird
District Judge Michael Whyte sentenced Bent to 30 years determinant to life indeterminant on…
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Idaho reading scores at low point, how parents can help
In Idaho, over 40% of K-3 students are not reading at their grade…
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New Idaho bill would protect news source confidentiality
“We want [media sources] to feel confident that if they go to the media, that they are protected as a source, if they want to remain…
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ICE officials spotted in Jackson
JACKSON, Wyoming (KIFI) – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials were recently in Teton county, Wyoming, to make 17 arrests,…
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“From the Ashes” – Mud Lake community rebuilds chapel following tragic fire
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – The St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Mud Lake has finally been rebuilt after the fire of the summer of 2021. The congregation…
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Community All-Stars: Poky Thunder cheer coach hanging up her pom poms
Excitement was in the air over the weekend at the Fifth District Cheer Competition. In first place and qualifying for state, Pocatello High…
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Area Agency on Aging’s ‘Friendly Calling Challenge’ in full swing
The Area Agency on Aging has had an influx of people who are picking up the phone to support local seniors through their month-long ‘Friendly Calling…
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American Falls school district prepping taxes for free
Students and staff from American Falls School District 381 are offering free tax filing services until Tax Day in…
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Wanted man now in custody following failed Fentanyl flush
 IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Friday evening, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies caught a wanted man after he allegedly attempted to flush a…
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Young snowmobiler found safe after spending night in freezing temps
A young snowmobiler was found safe Sunday morning after being lost since Saturday afternoon.…
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Four snowmobilers safely rescued after getting stuck
Fremont County Search and Rescue started searching for the snowmobiles at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 near Tygee Creek, just…
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Open houses scheduled to help Bannock County residents apply for Property Tax Reduction
Certain Idahoans could save up to $1,500 on their property taxes, and the Bannock County Assessor is encouraging folks to see if they…
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Crews repair water main on John Adams Parkway Monday
The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a broken water main on the 1800 block of John Adams Parkway on Monday, Feb.…
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Super Bowl merchandise sales
A lot of people who buy team jerseys and hats aren’t even sports…
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Fizz Rizz creates original Idaho mocktails for Super Bowl LIX
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – The Monday after the super bowl is known as “National Football Hangover day.” But, the experts at Fizz Rizz, in Rexburg, are…
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Birthday Wish – Wear mismatched socks to support local family
The family of a young man who completed his battle with heart disease last week is sharing a very special birthday…
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Local FamilySearch Center celebrates Black History Month
Tracking family records can be a challenge for members of the African-American…
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In-person work mandate affects local family
This local family owns several animals they’d have to move, due to the in-person work…
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Winter weather causes Harlem Globetrotters game at Mountain America Center to be postponed
The Harlem Globetrotters game at the Mountain America Center is postponed, due to the…
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Blowing snow causes whiteout conditions forcing road closures
Blowing and drifting snow has caused the Idaho Transportation Department to close two remote highways in eastern Idaho.…
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BYU-Idaho is considering an age cap for approved housing
BYU Idaho is looking at several options to accommodate its increasing student enrollment for Fall…
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Chubbuck JC Penny to close as mall updates begin
JC Penny will close its location in the Pine Ridge Mall ahead of renovations planned by the mall’s new…
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Bannock County breaks ground on new Youth Development Center
Bannock County held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday to kick off construction of a new facility that will house the Bannock County Youth…
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Intermountain Packing CEO charged for causing a public nuisance
The CEO of a local meat processing plant made his first court appearance…
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Idaho bill would eliminate daylight-saving time
A new bill in the Idaho House of Representatives is trying to eliminate daylight-saving time.…
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Boy Scouts of America rebrands to Scouting America Saturday
This weekend, the Boy Scouts of America will become ‘Scouting America.’ The change officially goes into effect on Saturday, which is also the group’s…
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Bannock County offers free sandbags to protect homes from melting snow
Bannock County officials and partnering agencies are making free sandbags available to the community early to help residents protect their homes from…
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Fixxology opens a new location in Idaho Falls
A beloved soda shop is expanding even more in east Idaho with another location set to open on…
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INL employees are to return to in-person work
The Idaho National Laboratory sent a letter to all of its 6,400 employees announcing the decision to transition back to working in…
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Will egg prices go back down soon?
The high egg prices are affecting millions of people and restaurants that use eggs for their menu…
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Rigby man charged for suspicion of distributing child sexually exploitative material
Madison County Detectives have executed a search warrant in Jefferson County on suspicion of “knowingly distributing child sexually exploitative…
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Got old gadgets? E-Waste recycling event coming to Idaho Falls
The Idaho National Laboratory and E Cyclers of Idaho will host several electronic waste collection events at the Idaho Falls Public Library and Ammon…
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EIRMC names new Chief Operating Officer
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Blake Rose as Chief Operating Officer…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Water main repair on Woodruff Avenue Thursday
The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a broken water main on the 1300 block of South Woodruff Avenue on Thursday, Feb.…
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Idaho State University students offering free tax prep for people in need
Students and faculty from Idaho State University’s College of Business are helping people file their taxes for free until the end of…
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NAACP highlighting local Black history in display at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) are honoring Black History Month in February with…
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Intermountain Packing faces public nuisance charge over odor
Idaho Falls city prosecutors have charged a local meat processing plant with a misdemeanor for causing a bad smell in the…
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Mountain lion euthanized after killing pet goats at Pocatello residence
On the morning of Feb. 4, Idaho Department of Fish and Game personnel lethally removed an adult female mountain lion from a Pocatello residential…
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2025 National Burn Awareness Week – Help prevent pediatric burns
The American Burn Association (ABA) has dedicated this week as National Burn Awareness…
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February 5th is ‘Idaho Loves Shelter Animals Day’
Governor Brad Little has proclaimed Wednesday, February 5, as Idaho Loves Shelter Animals Day, an initiative aimed at making the Gem State a no-kill…
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Keeping chickens warm in harsh weather
As cold weather grips the area, people are looking for ways to keep chickens and other outdoor animals…
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Petition process started to recall District 25 school board member
Following the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) school board’s decision to close Washington Elementary School, local people are…
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Jefferson School District cancels Thursday’s classes following cyberattack
Jefferson School District 251 will close on Thursday, February 6, due to a recent attack on its computer network. Parent-teacher conferences…
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Chubbuck Police find wanted driver, confirm no harm was intended toward child
Chubbuck Police posted on social media they need help in finding a man who suspiciously contacted a neighborhood…
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Annual Souper Bowl Food Drive underway between Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools
Idaho Falls High and Skyline High once again help feed families in the community with the annual Souper Bowl Food Drive.…
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Idaho State University President to deliver State of University
Idaho State University President Robert Wagner will deliver his State of the University address Tuesday…
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Idaho GOP asks Bingham Republicans to pay attorney fees after losing court case
The legal battle for Bingham County Republicans might come with some hefty costs. Attorney for the Idaho GOP, Bryan Smith, has filed a memorandum for…
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2 motorcyclists injured in crash near Pocatello Airport
Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash near the Pocatello airport Monday…
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Early morning farmhouse fire in Bonneville County
Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a farmhouse fire on the 6000 block of W 33d S in Bonneville County around 4:02 a.m. Tuesday…
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Valentine’s Day: Local celebrity Evie Clair to perform at the Romance theater in Rexburg
Are you looking for an affordable way to spend Valentine’s Day? Evie Clair will be performing live on Feb. 14 at the Romance…
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Dogs on board – American Dog Derby starts February 14
We’re just over a week away from the American Dog Derby in Ashton, the oldest dog sled race south of the Canadian…
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Idaho Rep. Russ Fulcher brings state and feds together to prevent wildfires
Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher brought federal and state officials together on January 31, 2025, to curtail the 2025 wildfire season after what he…
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Blackfoot homeowners fill sandbags to battle flooding
The sand pit and bags are free to the…
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3 car collision north of Shelley sends two to the hospital
Idaho State Police are investigating a three-vehicle crash that blocked US 91 north of Shelley Monday…
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High avalanche danger issued for mountain slopes
The Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center and the Sawtooth Avalanche Center have issued a High avalanche danger for most area mountains.…
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The Port announces two new summer concerts
Two new concerts were announced Monday coming to the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre, also known as ‘The Port,’ this summer.…
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New museum exhibit opening weekend
“Those of us, myself included, who didn’t know a whole lot about AI a year ago, we really need to be made…
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Snake River Animal Shelter open Sundays
The extra hours on Sundays should make it easier and more likely for people to adopt cats and…
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Temporary closure scheduled on US 191/189 Hoback Canyon
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon for Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. for…
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Protest against ICE policy packs street
“We want to take a stand against systemic racism and unjust immigration…
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Plane crash in Philadelphia leaves multiple houses on fire, causes explosion
By Jessica MacAulay, Ben Payne Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (KYW) — Emergency crews…
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Propane safety tips to prevent house explosion
In light of Tuesday’s house explosion, people might be wondering about safely operating propane tanks in their…
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Mortar caused the evacuation of Idaho Falls Regional Airport earlier this month
The Transportation Security Administration said on Facebook that an inert mortar was found in one Idaho Falls Regional Airport passenger’s checked…
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Portneuf District Library hosting Community Valentine’s Day Party
The Portneuf District Library will host an early Valentine’s Day Party with crafts and cookies on Monday, February…
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Storm sewer project to begin on 1st Avenue in Pocatello
Construction to install a new storm sewer system on 1st Avenue in Pocatello to begin…
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Driver dies after high-speed chase with police
Bannock County Sheriff’s’ office is investigating the death of a driver after a police chase on Thursday…
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Clark Hill Rest Area bathrooms close in February for deep cleaning
The Idaho Transportation Department will close the bathrooms at the Clark Hill Rest Area on US 26 east of Ririe in…
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New Idaho school budget proposed
The budget will focus to especially help kids who are in special education, are economically disadvantaged, at-risk, or gifted and…
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Community All-Stars: “Service is a valuable thing” – ‘Valentine’s for Seniors’ with JustServe
For many senior citizens, Valentine’s Day can be a reminder of loss or loneliness. That’s why JustServe Idaho Falls is stepping in with ‘Valentine’s…
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‘A sinfully sweet evening…’, A Chocolate Lover’s Affair returns to Stephens Performing Arts Center
The annual ‘Chocolate Lover’s Affair’ charity event is bringing an evening of chocolate confections, wine, and music to the Stephens Performing Arts…
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ICE policy protest set for Saturday in Idaho Falls
A peaceful demonstration against current Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies is planned for Saturday, February 1, at noon at the…
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Local flight instructor examines tragic midair collision
Flying at night can change the way pilots perceive their…
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Suspect wanted in potato cellar break-ins
The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect involved in breaking into some local potato…
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Museum opens exhibit on pros and cons of AI
“In my opinion, AI needs to be treated a lot like nuclear…
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Fire Marshal: Snow slide off roof caused gas explosion
The Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office said snow sliding off a home’s roof fractured a propane supply pipe, causing a house to explode in the Kilgore…
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