Idaho Transportation Dept. to unveil plans for continued highway widening projects
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is hosting two open houses to share preliminary plans for upcoming construction to widen I-15 to three…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter reopens after Parvovirus scare – Remaining puppies healthy
“Pocatello Animal Services is pleased to report that all ten puppies remaining in our care have continued to test negative for the parvovirus,” said…
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New Details – Name Released in Ashton gunfire incident
According to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Alex Hernandez has been booked into the Fremont County Jail for unlawful discharge of a firearm and…
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I-15 Police chase ends near Blackfoot
Idaho State Police stopped a pickup on I-15 near the south Blackfoot exit 89 after a high-speed chase that started in the Pocatello area.
The…
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Idaho Gives launches annual fundraising campaign
Each year, Idaho Gives helps nonprofits in the Gem State raise money and…
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48-year-old driver identified in fatal I-15 crash near Pocatello
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office has identified the driver who died in Thursday’s fatal crash between Fort Hall and Pocatello as 48-year-old…
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Lori Vallow Daybell reacts to guilty verdict in her first Arizona trial
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Lori Vallow Daybell spoke with an Arizona reporter shortly after being found guilty of conspiring to murder her fourth…
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Dozens of people in Idaho Falls participate in a ride for Victor Perez
Over 50 people showed up to ride for Victor Perez on Friday night. Victor is the autistic teen who was shot and killed by Pocatello police earlier…
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Arbor Day activities
April 25 is Arbor Day. Find local ways to celebrate here.…
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Pocatello hosts largest hiring fair of the year to fill city jobs
Pocatello city departments are seeking job candidates for roles ranging from zookeepers to lifeguards, and they are accepting applications at their…
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Viral rash called ‘Slap Cheek’ reported in Southeast Idaho
According to medical experts at Southeastern Idaho Public Health, slap cheek is a mild sickness. It’s caused by the parvovirus B19, and is rarely…
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National Drug Take Back Day pickup locations scheduled across Southeast Idaho
Southeastern Idaho Public Health and the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) are partnering to pick up unused medications across the area for…
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Big Sky Handbell Festival returns to Idaho Falls
It’s been 11 years since the last Big Sky Handbell Festival happened in Idaho Falls, and now, it’s coming…
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Baseball field in Ammon dedicated to honor the legacy of Tyce John
Ammon dedicated a baseball field in memory of Tyce John who lost his battle with heart disease in February. At a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday,…
Continue Reading ISP investigates deadly crash near Fort Hall
The Idaho Transportation Department is reporting multiple crashes along I-15 between Fort Hall and Pocatello. All southbound lanes of traffic have…
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Habitat for Humanity prepares to build affordable housing project
“This is a bigger project than Habitat Idaho Falls has ever done, so we have to ramp up all aspects of our organization, which includes fundraising…
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Idaho Falls Zoo opening day
Visitors are excited to see over 90 different animal…
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Drink Up – Rexburg boil order lifted
As of Wednesday morning, Parts of Rexburg remain under a boil order after a waterline on 2nd E ruptured over the weekend.
Crews worked overnight to…
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Local theater seeking donations to preserve nearly 100-year-old building
The Westside Players are racing against time this season to raise enough money for much-needed repairs to their 90-year-old theater, the…
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Bonneville County Jail holding open house event this Friday and Saturday
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) will be holding an open house event at the new Special Housing Unit (SHU) addition to…
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The Idaho Department of Education hosts Teacher Career Fair
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Department of Education is hosting a series of educator career fairs throughout the state, and they were…
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Preschool students get brand new socks from Pocatello Fire Department
Preschool students in Pocatello got to boogie on the dance floor today in brand new footwear courtesy of some of the city’s bravest men and…
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Law enforcement captures armed suspect without injury following late-night attempted robbery
A California man is now in custody after allegedly attempting to rob a shop in Shelley and firing multiple shots at responding officers, according to…
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“Like an office on wheels” Madison Deputies excited for new Tahoe fleet
Many law enforcement agencies travel out of state to order new cars, but the Madison County Sheriff’s Office is excited that its big expense went…
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Structure fire breaks out on Joan Ave
Neighbors on Joan Ave in Idaho Falls noticed a dark plume of smoke rising from the area around 1:15 PM on Wednesday.…
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Local volunteers assembling hygiene kits for Global Youth Service Day
Saturday, April 26, Idaho Falls volunteers are marking the world’s longest-running annual youth service event. This year, JustServe Idaho Falls is…
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Simplot employees hit the streets to clean litter in honor of Earth Day
Employees of the Simplot Don Plant took to their two-mile stretch of adopted Highway 30 on Wednesday to pick up trash in recognition of Earth…
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World-renowned guitarist coming to the Colonial Theater
Luca Stricagnoli is an Italian guitarist known for his unique style and one-of-a-kind triple-neck…
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BYU-Idaho approves age cap for student housing, effective Fall 2025
It’s official. BYU-Idaho is requiring an age cap for its approved student housing. Students 26 years and older are no longer eligible to live in…
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Rigby Police arrest Montana woman found driving stolen Mercedes-Benz
An officer with the Rigby Police Department was patrolling traffic along highway 20 when a driver in a white SUV, later identified as Kerry L Lira,…
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Gas line damaged in Madison County
Emergency responders are reporting damage to a “very large gas line” in the area of S 2nd E and the Crestview Subdivision in Rexburg.
“The immediate…
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The face of Idaho Falls golf swings into retirement
Local golfing enthusiasts are saying goodbye to the man known as the face of Idaho Falls golf. After 46 years with the city of Idaho Falls, golf pro…
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Gov. Little issues executive order to safeguard Idaho’s federal forests
Tuesday, the governor issued a new executive order, the “Make Forests Healthy Again Act,” directing the Idaho Department of Lands to expand its…
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The future of Ammon Elementary School remains uncertain
School district board members have proposed the idea of relocating the Praxium Mastery Academy to the Ammon Elementary School building, due to the…
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Beware of stowaways: State Dept. of Agriculture urges boaters to watch for invasive species
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) warns people to watch for any invasive species that may be hitchhiking on watercraft this…
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Simplot awarded for work cleaning up their adopted stretch of Highway 30
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) awarded JR Simplot Company the ‘Adopt-A-Highway Group of the Year Award for Southeast Idaho’ on Friday, in…
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Teton County man arrested after allegedly firing shots in downtown Victor
At around 2:25 AM on April 21, the Teton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired near downtown Victor. The deputies determined…
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Idaho National Laboratory hosts Earth Day celebration with Shoshone-Bannock Tribes
“This meeting today means a collaboration in the efforts to try to save our environment, protect out environment, protect our cultural…
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State officials and regional religious leaders honor Pope Francis
“Thousands of Idaho Catholics and people of all faiths are mourning the passing of Pope Francis, a true servant of God. Teresa and I join many, many…
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Lori Vallow Daybell trial – Jury enters deliberations
Lori Vallow Daybell’s Arizona murder conspiracy trial is heading into the final stretch. Vallow-Daybell is expected to rest her case Monday without…
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ITD and ISP remind drivers to travel safely in work zones
“Travelers, workers, and their loved ones all benefit when drivers reduce crash risks by driving slower and staying alert for traffic cones and…
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Idahoans are rushing to get their Star Cards before the May 7th deadline
REAL ID is required for all commercial flying on May 7th. What you need to know to get a star card.…
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Cement truck driver hospitalized following I-15 rollover crash
A crash is blocking both southbound lanes of I-15 at milepost 94, just south of the Snake River Bridge outside of Blackfoot.
Traffic will be…
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West Yellowstone entrance opens
The park will continue to open through May with the east entrance opening May 2, the south entrance opening May 9, and the Dunraven Pass opening May…
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Montana sees first Measles cases in over 30 years
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and regional health officials are investigating five confirmed cases of measles in…
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Construction begins Monday at Anderson and Holmes intersection
Contractors will be in the intersection of Anderson and Holmes Avenue beginning Monday April 21 as they work on a waterline improvement…
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Meet the voice on the other end – Madison County celebrates its 911 Dispatchers
While many people may have spoken with a dispatcher once or twice in their lives, most likely, you’ve never actually met one.
From April 14 to 18,…
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Community All-Stars: Father-daughter duo from Menan headed to the Boston Marathon
Runners around the world are lacing up their shoes, preparing for the 129th annual Boston marathon, among the 30,000 athletes, is father-daughter duo…
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Firefighters emphasize 911’s importance after a false call nearly delays a kitchen fire response
“This is a real example of why calling 911 when it’s not an emergency could lead to potentially tragic consequences,” said Idaho Falls Fire…
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Bonneville County courthouse remembers historic event tonight
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Tonight at 8pm, the Bonneville County courthouse will set the stage for the moments that ignited our country’s fight for…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter’s annual marathon event to take place Saturday
The Pocatello Animal Services Department and Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter will host the 28th annual ‘Run with the Big Dogs’ marathon event…
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Local young woman chosen to represent the U.S. at World Expo in Japan
Samantha Carrell, of Pocatello, is one of 88 youth ambassadors from the USA chosen to represent the nation at the 2025 Osaka World Expo in Japan…
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Scammers find new ways to take victims’ money
These fake documents list charges and consequences the victims could face for missing these nonexistent…
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Idaho Falls Zoo announces lion leaving for cross-country breeding program
The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park’s lion, Hondo, is heading to a zoo in Pittsburgh as part of a nationwide breeding program to preserve animal…
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Rexburg honors animal control officer for tireless work and compassion
March 14-18 marks National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, and the Rexburg police department is honoring their Animal Control…
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Pocatello Catholic school celebrating Easter with annual all-student play
Holy Spirit Catholic School invites the community to their annual K-5 student Easter play on April 25.
“When you watch children presenting this…
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“It’s going to take a very long time for our community to heal from this,” – City of Pocatello releases video related to fatal Police shooting
Mayor Brian Blad is providing updates on the case of the police shooting that led to the death of 17-year-old Victor Perez of Pocatello.
The move…
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American Falls man convicted of embezzeling $129K from Housing Authority
72-year-old Bruce Hauber of American Falls is sentenced to 5 years of probation for stealing over $129,000 from the American Falls Housing Authority…
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Fremont County sees alarming amount of wildfires in April
Fremont County emergency responders have responded to an alarming number of wildfires since the beginning of the month.
In total, there have been 24…
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Closing arguments to begin Monday in Lori Vallow Daybell murder conspiracy trial
Prosecutors may be able to rest their case today as the court enters the seventh day of Lori Vallow Daybell’s second murder trial on Wednesday.
The…
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What to consider if you’re filing your taxes past the April 15 deadline
If you do owe money, financial experts suggest that you take immediate action, and late filing penalties can be…
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Volunteers and people in need flock to the new Rexburg Soup Kitchen
The Rexburg Soup Kitchen has been open for just over three weeks, and organizers say it is already benefiting more people than expected.
The…
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Civil rights firm files wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of Victor Perez’s family
Only a day after the funeral of the disabled 17-year-old shot by Pocatello Police officers, a major civil rights firm, Burris Nisenbaum Curry & Lacy…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport adds new flight to Chicago
“American looks forward to welcoming customers on our new service between Idaho Falls Regional Airport and our Chicago O’Hare hub,” said Joe…
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11 Idahoans convicted for their roles in major fentanyl trafficking conspiracy
11 Idaho defendants have been convicted on federal drug trafficking charges after attempting to distribute large amounts of fentanyl in southern…
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EIRMC and volunteers assemble kits for Idaho Period Project
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) is serving the community all month long in a variety of…
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Dozens attend funeral services for disabled teen teen shot by Pocatello Police
The family of Victor Perez, the disabled teen shot by Pocatello Police officers, has announced that his funeral services will be held on Tuesday,…
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“Saddle Up” for the return of the Eastern Idaho State Fair
Dust off your boots and tighten your cinch—because the Eastern Idaho State Fair is back and this year’s theme is a full-blown invitation to…
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Gov Little approves SNAP benefits ban on soda and candy
Governor Brad Little has signed House Bill 109 into law, under which the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will seek a waiver from the federal…
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Fish and Game reminds people to leave baby animals alone this spring
“In order for us to continue with an abundant wildlife population, if you want to see wildlife grow, it’s important to let mothers do their job of…
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Easter baskets that don’t break the bank
With high prices at the grocery store, it’s hard to find Easter baskets that don’t break the bank. Here is a comparison of two affordable options,…
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Be safe when recreating on the water
Whether you’re doing water sports or you’re just hanging out on a boat, always wear a life…
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Last-minute taxes: What to do if you haven’t filed yet
Tuesday, April 15, marks the final day for Americans to file their taxes without an extension. If you’ve pushed taxes off to the last minute and feel…
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Multiple agencies combat Jefferson County wildland fire Thursday
A Wildland fire in Jefferson County caused quite the scene over the weekend. Fire crews responded to the fire shortly before 8 p.m. On…
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New ruling broadens exceptions to Idaho’s abortion ban
On Monday, an Idaho state court issued a ruling allowing more exceptions to the state’s total abortion ban.
Idaho’s current abortion law previously…
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‘The Living Christ’ open houses remind visitors of the reason for the Easter season
“It’ll be kind of like a guided tour. There will be different themes of Christ’s life through different sections of the…
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Victor Perez dies after being taken off life support
Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy who was shot in a highly controversial officer-involved…
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Thousands celebrate BYU-Idaho spring graduation
Thousands packed the Brigham Young University-Idaho campus in celebration of their spring 2025…
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The family of Victor Perez is hoping and praying for a miracle
“We’re going to get more answers tomorrow at the hospital, but we’re hoping for a miracle.” – Ana Vazquez, Victor’s aunt POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)…
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Day 4: Kay Woodcock testifies in Lori Vallow murder conspiracy trial
Testimony is expected to begin with a new witness taking the stand on Thursday morning in the Lori Vallow Daybell murder conspiracy trial.…
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Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad addresses public concerns regarding recent officer-involved shooting
“We are addressing this matter with the seriousness and thoroughness it deserves and with the appropriate respect for the gravity of the situation,”…
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“Look twice to save a life” Safety stressed as motorcycle season approches
Drivers are being asked to take an extra second to notice riders and give them a little more room on the road.
But it’s not all up to us; riders…
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Why are southeast Idaho animal shelters always full?
“We take anywhere from five to 20 phone calls and messages a day about rehoming…
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Guys and Dolls takes the stage for 43rd Annual District Musical
Idaho Falls School District 91 students are preparing to take the stage for the 43rd Annual District Musical. This year’s production is Guys and…
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Crews to begin work on West Broadway Street water valve repairs Thursday
Work is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. and is anticipated to be completed around 5 p.m. Water service for residents and businesses in the immediate…
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Local bison ranchers share their story and plans to rebuild after devastating house fire
Diamond P GrassRoots Bison Ranch, the dream project of McCammon couple Rob and Jenny Perkins, grew from humble beginnings in Utah to a popular East…
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ITD launches effort to combat wrong-way drivers on Idaho highways
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is pushing drivers to know which way they are driving. The new initiative comes after several cases of…
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Disabled teen shot in Pocatello officer-involved shooting fighting for his life in a coma
An autistic teen with physical handicaps continues to fight for his life after being shot nine times by Pocatello Police Officers over the…
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Multi-agency task force hosts event to honor survivors of sexual assault
The Southeast Idaho Task Force on Domestic and Sexual violence hosted an event on Tuesday to honor survivors of violence and raise awareness for…
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Marshall Public Library kicks off National Library Week
The Marshall Public Library is celebrating National Library Week with events centered around this year’s theme: ‘Drawn to the Library’.
From April…
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More parents are choosing to stay home due to child care cost
According to Department of Labor reports, 12% of parents are using daycare as a means of child support in Idaho. This is compared to 55% of parents…
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Bonneville County man found guilty of sexually enticing a child online
A Bonneville County man is facing up to 15 years in state prison and a $50,000 fine after being found guilty of enticing a child on the internet.
In…
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Gov. Little signs new “medical freedom” bill
As the Idaho Legislature closed Friday, Governor Brad Little signed into law a revised version of the highly criticized “Medical Freedom Act,” or…
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Pet food prices continue to rise
In the last five years, pet food prices have jumped 18.1% more than all grocery prices.
Agriculture economists say some of the reasons for these…
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Opening night of Pocatello Dinner Theater’s spring show set for Friday
The West Side Players dinner theater will debut its spring performance of Michael MC Keever’s comedy Suite Surrender on Friday, April…
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ITD urges drivers to zipper merge for smoother construction traffic
“One thing that really helps with traffic control is if people will do what’s called zipper merging,” said Buffat. “It’s in our inclination when we…
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Animal rescuers teach public about reptiles
When people breed reptiles, they could produce dozens of offspring, which could lead to several not getting…
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2025 YMCA Luau Gala will be held at Elks Lodge on Saturday
Saturday, April 5th: The Y is hosting its Annual Fundraising Gala, happening at 6:30 PM at the Elks Lodge. This year’s theme invites people to say…
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Third victim involved in deadly Hwy 91 car crash dies in the hospital
The surviving driver involved in Wednesday, April 2nd’s fatal crash along Hwy 91 near Shelley has succumbed to her injuries at the hospital,…
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Fish and Game looking for landowners willing to let hunters on their property this season
Through the Managed Hunt program, private landowners agree to allow hunters access to their property to hunt in-season game, with property owners…
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