Idaho Special Education eligibility criteria to be revised
The Idaho Department of Education will begin work on revising the state’s Special Education Manual following an inquiry this fall from the U.S.…
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Tips for a healthy holiday season
‘Tis the season to enjoy some sweet holiday treats, but doctors are encouraging us to be mindful as we…
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Runoff elections, special election in 3 Idaho counties
Following the Nov. 7 local elections across Idaho, three Idaho counties will conduct an election on Tuesday, Dec.…
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Risch recognizes Seven Ridges Ag Service as a Kendrick Gem
This recognition is part of the fourth annual Support Local Gems All Season Long…
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Terry Fator and his puppets to come to Fort Hall
ickets will be available for pre-sale for players club members on…
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Toy drive to assist Parents as Teachers participants
Toy donations will be accepted until Dec. 20.…
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Gordon and DEQ reject federal funds
“For Wyoming, this amounts to a classic bait and switch, with the end result being Wyoming could spend $3 million in taxpayer dollars for the…
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Friends of the Marshall Public Library book sale
If you’re still looking for some unique and affordable gifts, the Friends of the Marshall Public Library have you covered.…
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DEQ awards nearly $332,000 to nine drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $331,741 to nine drinking water and wastewater systems to help the…
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Brief planned power outage for small section of downtown Idaho Falls
As part of the ongoing power line relocation and improvements, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement a brief planned outage in a section of…
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Jeremy Best charged with 2 counts of murder in first degree for deaths of wife and unborn child, judge orders competency test
48-year-old Jeremy Albert Best has been charged with two counts of murder in the first degree in connection with the deaths of his wife Kali Randall…
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3 things to know this morning – December 5, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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ISU president search down to five finalists
Five finalists have been picked from a list of more than 80 candidates who applied to become Idaho State University’s…
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Jeremy Best appears in court; document describes how murder victim was found
New in the State of Idaho vs Jeremy Albert Best case, while attending his arraignment hearing Best’s defense team, made up of Jim Archibald and John…
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Terreton man dies in head on collision
A 23-year-old Terreton man succumbed to his injuries after a collision Monday on…
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Wanted man arrested after crash
An intoxicated man was arrested Saturday night after being involved in a crash on Lorna…
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Man arrested for attempting to strangle girlfriend
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man early Sunday morning after a physical altercation with his…
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3 vehicle crash east of Burley
Police are investigating a three-vehicle collision that occurred on Saturday approximately 4:47 a.m., westbound on I84 at milepost 230.4, east of…
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Pocatello receives $20K grant for officials Completing Health Academy
The City of Pocatello’s Mayor Brian Blad, Parks and Recreation Director Anne Butle and Grants Manager Christine Howe completed the Community Health…
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Help protect wintering wildlife in Grand Teton
Wildlife biologists are asking visitors to avoid disturbing animals by following all winter closures and voluntarily avoiding bighorn sheep winter…
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Idaho gas prices drop another 9 cents this week
A popular Christmas song refers to this season as the most wonderful time of the year, and Idaho drivers may join in the chorus the next time they…
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Man sentenced to 7.5 years for attempting to use interstate facilities to transmit information about minor
A 35-year-old Boise man was sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for attempted use of interstate facilities to transmit information about a…
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Autopsy scheduled Monday for Zeke Best as investigation continues
An autopsy is scheduled for…
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First snowplow accident of winter
A snowplow with the Idaho Transportation Department was involved in a collision this past Friday on I-86 near American…
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Population growth plays major part in Idaho agricultural land loss, study says
Over 75% of the cause of this deforestation is attributed to population…
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Montpelier woman killed in crash on US 30
A 24-year-old Montpelier woman was killed after a fatal crash Sunday on US 30 at milepost 417 in Bear Lake…
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Bridger-Teton releases draft analysis for elk feedgrounds
Comments on the proposed project will be accepted through Jan. 16,…
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Pet photos with the Grinch at Pocatello Animal Shelter
Capture the magic of the season with a special photo event featuring the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who Saturday, Dec.…
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10-month-old Zeke Best found deceased; Family responds
At approximately 9:17am today Bonneville County Dispatch received a call from individuals who were hunting on the Kepps Crossing Rd near the Dan…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Boise State promotes Spencer Danielson, naming him the 12th head football coach in school history
Boise State Football has promoted Interim Head Coach Spencer Danielson, naming him the 12th Head Coach in school history, per a Boise State…
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Ammon welcomes in the holiday season with bright lights
The city of Ammon has brightly welcomed in the holiday season. Thanks to the city’s annual tradition of their lightapalooza. The lightapalooza as…
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Timeline of events: Kali Randall and Zeke Best investigation
UPDATED: SUNDAY DEC 3, 7:45 PM IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Victor, Idaho man accused of killing his pregnant wife and kidnapping their…
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Hoback Canyon to close Monday for avalanche mitigation
U.S. Highway 191/189 through Hoback Canyon will be closed tomorrow for avalanche mitigation, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation.…
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New AAA research reveals risky driving
In 2022, 51% of all Idaho crash fatalities were the result of an impaired driving…
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Gordon’s 2024 Prayer Breakfast to feature blind active-duty Army officer Major (Ret.) Scott Smiley
The Prayer Breakfast will take place on Feb. 21, 2024 at Little America Hotel and…
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Meridian’s population grows with many jobs available
Meridian is the second largest city in Idaho with 129,736…
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AAA tips to safely transport a Christmas tree
Here are some of AAA’s tips to keep your tree in great shape and protect other…
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Traffic safety grants available for Idaho communities
Have an idea that could improve traffic safety in your community?…
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Red Cross honors 2 outstanding East Idaho volunteers
The Red Cross of Idaho and East Oregon recently honored two outstanding East Idaho volunteers for their work helping families recover from…
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SIPH offers free Hepatitis C, HIV, and Syphilis testing in December
Testing only takes a few minutes, and you can get results before you…
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Idaho Falls, Caldwell men arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of child
Two Idaho men were arrested Thursday for alleged sexual exploitation and enticement of a…
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Amber Alert issued to find 10-month-old baby
An Amber Alert was issued early Friday morning to find a 10-month-old baby whose mother was found dead. The baby may be with his father, Jeremy…
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Idaho man arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges for actions during Jan. 6 Capitol breach
An Idaho man has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6,…
Continue Reading Search for murder suspect and his child in Victor
Police are on the search for a man who has taken a ten month old…
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Investigations ongoing for online Christmas tree scam
The Better Business Bureau with the state of Idaho is investigating Adjustable Trees for scamming shoppers online who are buying Christmas trees with…
Continue Reading Snowplow hit on I-86 near American Falls
The Idaho Transportation Department said not one snowplow was hit in November, but that streak changed on the first day of…
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Mechanical issues to blame for truck fire
We now what caused a pickup to catch fire at the Blackfoot reset stop Wednesday…
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U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force arrests California fugitive in Jerome
The U.S. Marshal Service Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force located and arrested Austin Scott McClain on an arrest warrant issued in connection with…
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ISU researchers find sweet cement substitute
“Concrete is one of the most consumed materials in the…
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The first snowfall is reminding drivers to check on their tires
With a fresh coat of snow on the ground, Idahoans are thinking more about driving in winter conditions.…
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“Don’t Click December” consumer protection campaign launched
e public to exercise skepticism and caution when receiving unsolicited online, email, pop-up, or text communications from unknown or unverified…
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ITD reminds drivers to share the roadway with snowplows
With winter storms forecasted throughout the weekend, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) wants to remind drivers to share the road with…
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National forest wildlife winter restrictions begin
The Bridger-Teton National reminds visitors starting Dec. 1, winter wildlife restrictions are in effect on the Jackson and Blackrock Ranger Districts…
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U.S. Marshals and Sandpoint police bring accused parental kidnapper back to Idaho
Late Thursday, a team of Deputy U.S. Marshals arrived at the Spokane International Airport with 40-year-old Laurel E. Hannah in custody.…
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IDE publishes lists of Centers and Family Day Care Homes with food programs
Nearly 275 centers and 110 sponsored family day care home providers in Idaho participate in…
Continue Reading Massive exoplanet orbiting small star upends planet formation theories
Astronomers are questioning the theories of planet formation after discovering an exoplanet that technically shouldn’t…
Continue Reading Little food, a beating and lice: What freed Israeli hostages are saying about being held by Hamas
By Rachel Clarke, CNN (CNN) — Kept in the dark. Forced to sit in silence. Fed only meager rations. These and even more chilling scraps of…
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Little to no-cost STI testing event on Saturday
No appointments are needed to attend, and walk-ins are welcome.…
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Salmon-Challis National Forest Supervisor named
Intermountain Regional Forester Mary Farnsworth selected Heather Degeest as Forest Supervisor for the Salmon-Challis National…
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Greys River Ranger District readies for winter recreation
From Dec. 1 through April 30, wheeled motorized vehicles are not allowed on marked or groomed routes, which protects the trail…
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Hailey Whitters, Runaway June to perform at tree lighting celebration
The event is set to take place on Dec. 1 to kick off the festive season in…
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Man dies after multi-vehicle collision on I-86
Police report a 66-year-old American Falls man succumbed to his…
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3 things to do this weekend – December 1, 2023
Here are some events going on in your local neighborhood this…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell extradited to Arizona
Lori Vallow-Daybell is now in an Arizona…
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If you plan to hunt next season, here’s some things to consider
Last winter was extremely harsh on the mule deer population across Idaho.…
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Federal jury convicts Rexburg man of fraud, aggravated identity theft for stealing from construction partnership
A federal jury found a 52-year-old Rexburg man guilty of four counts of wire fraud and four counts of aggravated identity theft after a six-day…
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Take measures to prevent frozen waterlines
Due to colder temperatures on the horizon, the Idaho Falls Water Division reminds property owners and tenants to prepare for the potential of frozen…
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Family of Marine killed in Afghanistan fails to win lawsuit against Alec Baldwin
A lawsuit against Alec Baldwin filed by relatives of a U.S. Marine killed in Afghanistan has been resolved in the actor’s favor. Baldwin’s attorney,…
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Bonneville County Transfer Station to temporarily close
The Bonneville County Transfer Station will be closed Dec. 6 until Dec. 20,…
Continue Reading Tiny living robots made from human cells surprise scientists
By Katie Hunt, CNN (CNN) — Scientists have created tiny living robots from human cells that can move around in a lab dish and may one day be…
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3 hospitalized after crash east of Twin Falls
Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred on Wednesday at approximately 1:18 PM, on US30 at milepost 222.5, east of Twin…
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South Fremont High School receives $253,000 for new greenhouse facility
South Fremont High School received $253,000 for a new greenhouse…
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Investigating human trafficking issues
A massage parlor in Rock Springs, Wyoming has been under investigation for the past…
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Lead-contaminated cinnamon applesauce impacts Idaho children and families
The affected children live in Elmore and Ada…
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Grant program seeks to retain doctors in rural Idaho
The Department of Health and Welfare has selected 16 rural healthcare providers who will receive grants to help pay down their student loan debts…
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Open enrollment for 2024 Health Insurance ends Dec. 15
More Idahoans than ever have coverage through Your Health…
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Wyoming teen recognized as one of the state’s youngest Ultimate Anglers
15-year-old Brayden Baker joined the ranks of the Ultimate Anglers, sportspersons who caught 10 different species of trophy-sized fish in Wyoming.…
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Judge rules Chad Daybell trial to be broadcasted
Judge Steven W. Boyce ruled Wednesday in order to provide adequate access, Chad Daybell’s trial will be broadcast with certain…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Shelter animals at risk of euthanization again; Why does this keep happening?
Volunteers at the Blackfoot animal shelter have said some of their dogs only have until Saturday before they…
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Extra deputies patrol for unbuckled motorists
So far this year, the number of fatality crashes has increased each month compared to the previous year despite the fact approximately 85% of…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced to probation on Jan. 6 riot charges
An Idaho Falls man was sentenced to two years probation for his actions at the U.S. Capitol Jan.…
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Wyoming coal mine is shedding jobs ahead of the power plant’s coal-to-gas conversion
A Wyoming coal mine that supplies fuel to a power plant that will be converted to burn gas instead of coal will lay off 19 workers.…
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US moves to protect wolverines as climate change melts their mountain refuges, threatens extinction
The North American wolverine will receive long-delayed threatened species protections under a Biden administration proposal released Wednesday in…
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IOC lines up French Alps to host 2030 Winter Olympics and Salt Lake City for 2034 edition
Salt Lake City being preferred as a shoo-in to host the 2034 Winter Olympics was expected. The surprise was the IOC favoring the French Alps bid for…
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D251 secures $5.3 million grant for Career Technical Education Facility at Rigby High School
Jefferson School District 25 has been awarded a significant grant from the Idaho Career Student Program Career Technical Education Expansion Grant.…
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Idaho Falls Salvation Army starts Red Kettle Season
The Idaho Falls Salvation Army is running its annual Red Kettle…
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Idaho homeowners receive average 18% property tax reduction
Property tax bills arrive in Idahoans’ mailboxes across the state this week, and in most counties, taxpayers will see huge reductions in…
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Melaleuca awards long-time employees with $3.4 million in Longevity Bonuses
Longevity pays at Melaleuca, literally. This year’s annual bonus payout was the largest it has ever been by more than…
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Grand Teton announces change to backcountry camping permits
Effective Jan. 10, 2024, Grand Teton National Park will change the backcountry camping permit fee to $20, plus a $7 per person, per night fee to camp…
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PCSD 25 hosts 2nd annual Apprenticeship-Plus Night
Readers! Quick quiz. What comes to mind when you hear the word…
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Red Kettle donations are critically low for local Salvation Army
The Salvation Army in Pocatello has a goal of raising $125,000 during its Red Kettle fundraiser this year, but it’s experiencing a low donation…
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Man arrested following indictment for second degree murder, use of firearm during crime of violence
A 20-year-old Lapwai man was arrested by the United States Marshals Service on Monday in Pendleton, OR, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit…
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Dora Erickson Elementary receives money for new books
Students at a local elementary school will soon see some new books in its…
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The Mountain America Center celebrates 1 year of entertainment
Nov. 28 marks one year since the Mountain America Center opened up its doors to the public for the first time. Since then 272,330 guests have come to…
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Police investigate bomb threat at Bingham Memorial Hospital
No suspicious items were located during the sweep, and no further threats were…
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US agency to end use of ‘cyanide bomb’ to kill coyotes and other predators, citing safety concerns
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has halted the use of spring-loaded traps that disperse cyanide powder to kill coyotes and other livestock…
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Pocatello awarded $1.6 million grant through WaterSMART program
On Nov. 15, the Bureau of Reclamation announced the City of Pocatello was awarded over $1.6 million in grant funding through the WaterSMART…
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