Weather-permitting, Yellowstone’s Dunraven Pass opens Friday
Weather-permitting, the road from Canyon Village to Tower Fall (Dunraven Pass) will open Friday, May 26 at 8 a.m. to public motor vehicle…
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Community Health Outreach now offers drop-in hours at Teton County Library
The Community Health Outreach (CHOW) program at the Teton County Health Department announced it is now hosting drop-in hours at the Teton County…
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3 things to know this morning – May 25, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Mountain Man Rendezvous sends visitors back in time to the early 1800s
A blast from the past came back to the Teton County Fair Grounds in Jackson the week leading up to Memorial…
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EIRMC prepares for ‘100 Days of Trauma’
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls is gearing up for what they say are some of their busiest days. They call it ‘100Â Days of…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell sentencing set July 31
A sentencing date is now set for Lori…
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WATCH: Cleanup begins after heavy rain/hail hits Eastern Idaho
Street flooding has subsided and streets are back open after a heavy downpour hit eastern Idaho Tuesday…
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DEQ prepares IPDES preliminary draft permit for the city of Post Falls
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) released an Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) preliminary draft permit to the…
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Bonneville County CWP/Sex Offender Registry Office to temporarily close Thursday
On Thursday, May 25, the Concealed Weapon Permit and Sex Offender Registry Office located inside the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office Drivers…
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Half off cat, kitten adoptions at Pocatello Animal Shelter
Friends will cover 50% of the adoption cost from the…
Continue Reading DEQ requests permission to sample private wells in Ashton-Drummond nitrate priority area
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Idaho Falls Regional Office is requesting permission to sample private wells within the…
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At-large delegate added to roster of Idaho Students Attending National Youth Science Camp
An additional Idaho student has been selected to join peers from around the nation at this year’s prestigious National Youth Science Camp…
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Saturn’s iconic rings are disappearing
By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — Saturn’s iconic icy rings may not be around for future skygazers to glimpse at through their telescopes,…
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Ross Park Aquatic Complex to open Saturday
The Ross Park Aquatic Complex will kick off its 2023 season Saturday, May 27, at noon with weather…
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Nominations wanted for 2023 Human and Civil Rights Award
Nominations will be accepted through June 9, cutoff time is at 5…
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Yellowstone law enforcement investigate incident of man intentionally disturbing bison calf that results in calf’s death
Yellowstone National Park law enforcement officers are asking the public for information about an incident that occurred on the evening of May 20,…
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Highland High School fire update
As the 2022-2023 school year wraps up, many community members are eager to hear updates about plans for next…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter is overcrowding and can’t bring in any more animals in need
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter is currently in a…
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Blackfoot is getting new hotel
Blackfoot is getting a new…
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Papa Murphy’s cookie dough likely linked to Salmonella infections
Division of Public Health officials with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and several Idaho public health districts have identified…
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Prosecutor says D91 officials violated election laws
The Bonneville County prosecutor says Idaho Falls School District 91 officials violated election…
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Over-the-counter Naloxone and its potential impact on the opioid crisis in Idaho
Stacker investigated how over-the-counter naloxone might impact the opioid crisis in Idaho using data from KFF and Legislative Analysis and Public…
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Hawthorne Road and Jensen Road intersection project
The project is expected to go out for bid in late…
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42.3 million Americans to travel for Memorial Day
More than 241,000 Idahoans will kick off the summer travel season with a…
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Idaho’s black bears are emerging from their winter dens
The key to keeping black bears wild is to secure all residential food…
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ISU receives $1.1 million to address math learning loss due to COVID-19 in Eastern Idaho
The Idaho State University College of Education recently received a $1.1 million grant from the Idaho State Board of Education to help teachers and…
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Police seek public’s help with found canoe
Around 1:30 p.m. Monday, Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies were sent to the Palisades Reservoir near China Beach (near MP 401 on Hwy 26) for a…
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Judge enters not guilty plea for suspect in stabbing deaths of 4 University of Idaho students
A judge has entered a not guilty plea for a man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho…
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – May 23, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your…
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District 93 reacts to failed bond
Bonneville Joint School District 93 is now trying to find the best solution to address growth in their schools after their $34.5 million bond…
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I-86 east Chubbuck onramp closing Monday
Beginning late Monday, the Idaho Transportation Department will be closing the eastbound ramp of the I-86 Exit 61, Chubbuck interchange onto I-86.…
Continue Reading TikTok sues Montana over new law banning the app
By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — TikTok on Monday filed a suit against Montana over a bill that would ban the popular short-form video app…
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Forest rescinds closures, begins forest product permit sales
Emergency closure orders issued earlier this month for all districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area will expire or be rescinded effective…
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Click It or Ticket campaign reminds drivers to buckle up
The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from May 22 to June 4,…
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Idaho gas prices still calm – for now
As more than 42 million Americans – including 241,000 Idahoans – head out for Memorial Day weekend, filling up the gas tank won’t be nearly as…
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Salmon-Challis National Forest had 1 new fire last week
The Salmon-Challis National Forest had one new fire last…
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Deputies rescue man who overturned on kayak
A water rescue for a man who overturned on a kayak Sunday afternoon on the Palisades…
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Wildfire Prepare and Prevent Week amplifies importance of stopping fires before they start
Idaho Governor Brad Little proclaimed May as Wildfire Awareness Month, and on Monday, he brought attention to the biggest cause of wildfires by…
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Single vehicle injury crash near Jerome
Idaho State Police are investigating a single vehicle injury crash that occurred at 1:45 a.m. on May 22, 2023, on W 100 S near the Jerome Cheese…
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Local officials remind us to avoid swimming in canals
The weather is continually warming up, with the afternoon heat bringing the temptation for many to cool off in the water. Local officials are…
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WYDOT invites public to open house on Wilson Snake River Bridge construction project
The open house will be held on Wednesday, May 24,…
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POW*MIA Awareness Association 20th Annual Idaho Thunder Run set May 29
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Pocatello POW*MIA Awareness Association will be commemorating Memorial Day this year with the 20th Annual Idaho…
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The third Annual Teton Pow Wow is a celebration and learning experience for everyone
The third annual Teton Pow Wow was held at the Snow King Event Center in Jackson Friday and Saturday. Hosted by the Eastern Shoshone and Arapaho…
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WYDOT Snake River bridge inspection may cause delays
Crews will be performing an inspection on the Snake River Bridge on WYO 22 on the nights of May 22 and May…
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N Woodruff Avenue widening project begins Monday
The section of N Woodruff Avenue, between Lincoln Road and N Yellowstone Highway, in Idaho Falls will be widened to better accommodate traffic flow…
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Wyoming property tax refund program application assistance
The Teton County Treasurer and Teton County Library are teaming up to assist the public in navigating the application process for Wyoming’s…
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ISU civil engineering student lands American Concrete Institute Foundation fellowship
An Idaho State University civil engineering student has landed one of the concrete industry’s most sought-after student…
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RetroX pop culture event takes over downtown Idaho Falls
A pop culture event along the likes of Salt Lake City’s FanX events took place here in Idaho Falls throughout Saturday with Idaho Falls RetroX.…
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World Famous Jackson Antler Auction still running strong
Getting its start in 1968 the Jackson Antler Auction has been a staple for May in Jackson for nearly 55…
Continue Reading North Zone seasonal road opening
The North Zone of the Salmon-Challis National forest will be implementing several seasonal road system openings in late May and…
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Grants available in east and southeast Idaho from Idaho Community Foundation
The Idaho Community Foundation has grants of up to $25,000 available for nonprofits, schools and other qualified organizations that serve east and…
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DANGER: Elk calving season has begun in Yellowstone
Elk calving season has begun in Yellowstone National…
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ISU programs help alleviate burden of tuition increases
Although Idaho’s universities will be raising tuition for the first time in four years, Idaho State University is using several programs and…
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Boaters and anglers reminded to drain, clean and dry
MOOSE, Wyo. (KIFI) — Local residents and visitors to Grand Teton National Park are reminded to do their part to prevent the spread of aquatic…
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World famous elk antler auction begins Saturday
The great antler auction makes its way back to Jackson Hole…
Continue Reading Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park opens
Idaho Falls has its own RV park that has just opened up along the…
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8th annual Giddy Up Staci Shryock Memorial Ride takes place on Saturday
The 8th annual Giddy Up Staci Shryock Memorial Ride takes place in Pocatello on…
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Gov. Little details Idaho State Police deployment to support Texas in fight against fentanyl
Governor Brad Little announced Friday the details of the Idaho State Police (ISP) deployment he directed to support the State of Texas’ efforts to…
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The Popcorn Shop celebrating 20 years in business
A fan favorite in Pocatello is celebrating 20Â years in…
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Warm Slough Access Area closed due to flooding
Warm Slough Access Area in Madison County will be closed until further notice due to…
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New signal at Sunnyside and South Fork Boulevard
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) activated a new signal Thursday at Sunnyside Rd. and Gateway Drive/ South Fork Boulevard near Jackson Hole…
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Fort Hall Replica turns 60
A local historical landmark is celebrating its 60th anniversary on…
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Endangered missing juvenile located
The Fruitland Police are looking for an endangered missing juvenile that was last seen Thursday at 7:00 a.m. and reported missing to law enforcement…
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Air quality advisory, burn ban extended for Clark, Fremont, Lemhi and Madison counties
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issues an Air Quality Advisory for Clark, Fremont, Lemhi and Madison…
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Novelist James Patterson, journalist Vicky Ward plan book on killing of Idaho college students
Best-selling novelist James Patterson is teaming up with investigative journalist Vicky Ward on a book about the 2022 killing of four University of…
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Rappel academies coming to Salmon in May and June
There will be multiple training sessions occurring in the Salmon area this…
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National Peace Officers Memorial ceremony Friday night in Idaho Falls
Friday night, the Idaho Falls Police and Bonneville County Sheriff’s office will hold a joint memorial to remember the lives of their fellow…
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Idaho student accepted for SEES Summer High School Intern Program
Meridian student Andrew Gordon will work alongside NASA subject matter experts at this year’s STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Summer High…
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Clay Walker to perform at Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre July 1
Country music superstar Clay Walker is bringing his chart-topping hits to southeast Idaho on Saturday, July 1, at the Portneuf Health Trust…
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BLM to conduct controlled burn south of Boise for investigation training Â
The Bureau of Land Management plans to ignite a series of small, controlled burns about three miles south of Boise as part of the Wildland Fire…
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Retro X, a pop culture celebration, starts Saturday
A pop-culture celebration makes its way to southeast Idaho with Idaho Falls Retro…
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Idaho’s April unemployment rate remains at 2.6%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 2.6% in April, unchanged from…
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Idaho’s first female US District judge takes oath
The United States District Court for the District of Idaho announced Judge Amanda K. Brailsford took the oath of office Thursday…
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Teton County purchases land in Alta
Teton County closed on a parcel of land in Alta, Wyoming Thursday, following the unanimous vote by County Commissioners to purchase the land during a…
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Caldwell student accepted for SEES Summer High School Intern Program
Caldwell student Nicholas Mendez has been selected to work alongside NASA subject matter experts at this year’s STEM Enhancement in Earth Science…
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Help fill the boot this weekend
Idaho Falls firefighters will be at the intersection of Hitt Road and 17th Street on Friday and…
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The most common undergraduate degrees awarded in Idaho
Best Universities ranked undergraduate majors by popularity in…
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Bailey Ditch headgate to open next week
Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation staff plan to open the Bailey Ditch headgate on Monday, May 22 following the Town Spring Clean…
Continue Reading Current conditions on Salmon-Challis National Forest
Memorial Day weekend will soon be here, and the weekend marks the beginning of the summer season for many outdoor…
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Here’s what you should know to start your…
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Police in Idaho search for boy they say was taken by father
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Police in Idaho are looking for a 2-year-old boy who they say was taken by his non-custodial father Thursday. Police in Nampa…
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Human remains found near Worland identified as missing Idaho man
The Washakie County Sheriff’s Office in Worland, Wyo. was notified on Tuesday by two individuals who found a human skull in the area of Worland and…
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Man dies after officer-involved shooting incident in Twin Falls County
At this time, detectives are releasing the injured male passed away at the hospital.…
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University of Idaho’s plan to purchase University of Phoenix assets approved
The Idaho State Board of Education, in its role as the Board of Regents for the University of Idaho, on Thursday unanimously approved the…
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DEQ issues boil water order for Shotgun Cherokee Subdivision, Island Park
he Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing a boil water order for Shotgun Cherokee Subdivision in Island Park,…
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Grizzly Bear #399 spotted in Grand Teton
On May 16, grizzly bear #399 was spotted in the north part of the park, for the first time this year, with one “cub of the…
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Water company makes temporary repairs to Island Park waterline, but overall solution escapes them
sland Park Water Company (IPWC) attempted to make repairs and shock chlorinate the well in Aspen Ridge on Wednesday.…
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DEQ awards $945,648 to Grand View
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of a $945,648 low-interest wastewater construction loan to the city of Grand…
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Waterline repair on Lincoln Road Friday
The Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a leaking waterline in Lincoln Road immediately east of its intersection with Bennett Avenue.…
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Twin Falls student accepted to nationally competitive SEES program
Twin Falls student Anna Grace Aiello will join peers in Idaho and from around the country at this year’s STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES)…
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Violators convicted for illegally hunting elk near Arco
Each violator was fined $1,300, paid $6,000 in restitution, given a 10-year hunting and trapping license suspension, and community…
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Biggest tornadoes in Idaho of the past decade
Stacker compiled a list of the biggest tornadoes in Idaho over the past decade using data from…
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Application window opens for Rural and Underserved Educator Incentive program
The second cohort of the State Board’s Rural and Underserved Educator Incentive program is now…
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Fish and Game limits 2023 hunting tags after intense winter
Idaho Fish and Game says some hunts may look different this year after a harsh winter.…
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Expect opening delays on Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Record breaking amounts of snowfall will delay some recreation site…
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Firewood permits delayed due to conditions
The Bridger-Teton National Forest announced a change to the sale date for firewood and other forest products permits.…
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Make-A-Wish Idaho to host Walk For Wishes East Idaho Saturday
Make-A-Wish Idaho will host the second annual Walk For Wishes East Idaho on May 20 at Russ Freeman Park.…
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Juror speaks out about decision to convict Lori Vallow-Daybell
In an ABC News exclusive, one of the jurors who convicted Lori Vallow-Daybell is breaking his…
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