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Bonneville County officials sworn into office

January 11, 2021 12:54 PM Curtis Jackson

Two new leaders were sworn-in as Bonneville County leaders Monday.…

Rep. Kevin Andrus - (R) Bannock County District 28

Local legislators prepare for trip to capital before Gov. Little’s State of State address

January 9, 2021 11:24 PM Cole Sams

With Governor Little set to deliver his State of the State address on Monday, some local legislators in Bannock County shared their thoughts and…

Shelley hangs on to down Sugar-Salem

January 9, 2021 12:50 AM Dylan Carder

SHELLEY, Idaho (KIFI) – Shelley survived to beat Sugar-Salem 38-36 in boys basketball on Friday. Sugar-Salem missed a potential game winner as time…

Rigby tops Blackfoot in overtime

January 9, 2021 12:37 AM Dylan Carder

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – Rigby outlasted Blackfoot in overtime 63-56 on Friday. It was a battle of ranked teams with state tournament aspirations.…

#11 Kylie Larsen finishes at the rim in Preston's 53-28 win over Marsh Valley

Preston continues strong start to season with win over Marsh Valley

January 9, 2021 12:22 AM Cole Sams

Taking an early lead in the first, Preston seized control en route to a 53-28 victory at Marsh…

Pocatello City Council leaves face covering ordinance in place

January 7, 2021 8:27 PM Cole Sams

At Thursday’s Pocatello City Council meeting, councilmembers voted to leave Pocatello’s face covering ordinance in place for at least another…

Judge denies motions to disqualify prosecutor Rob Wood

January 8, 2021 10:08 AM News Team

Judge Steven W. Boyce denied the motions to disqualify Rob Wood on…

COVID-19 screening at ISU temporarily shut down

January 8, 2021 2:46 PM Linda Larsen

Idaho State University unexpectedly had to close their COVID-19 screening site Friday because they ran out of testing supplies.…

Two men sentenced for Pocatello murder

January 7, 2021 12:16 PM Cole Sams

Two California men were sentenced to prison time Thursday for the March 19 stabbing death of 87-year-old Arlyne Koehler at her McKinley Avenue home…

Man walks into Rexburg Police Department, holds woman hostage

January 6, 2021 5:20 PM News Team

Negotiators successfully talked their way through a hostage situation at the Rexburg Police headquarters Wednesday…

Lori Vallow-Daybell and Chad Daybell hearing to continue Friday

January 6, 2021 9:32 AM News Team

A hearing to consider whether to disqualify Special Prosecutor Rob Wood from prosecuting Lori Vallow-Daybell and her husband Chad Daybell in…

Bureau of Land Management applies mulch over 128 acres in Pocatello, ID

BLM applies wood straw mulch to 128 acres in Pocatello

January 6, 2021 6:07 PM Cole Sams

The Bureau of Land Management is conducting helicopter operations and mulch application treatments around Chinese Peak for about two weeks. The…

Diggers top Panthers once again in 3A showdown

January 5, 2021 11:31 PM Dylan Carder

SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI) – Sugar-Salem topped Snake River 59-46 in girls basketball Tuesday. Both teams came in with 10-1 records and ranked in the…

Madison hires Chandler Rhoads to be new football coach

January 5, 2021 11:13 PM Dylan Carder

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Chandler Rhoads is the new head football coach at Madison High School. The school board approved his hire in a special…

Christmas tree drop-off location at City Hall in Pocatello, ID

Pocatello Fire Department encourages removal of Christmas tree during month of January

January 5, 2021 6:50 PM Cole Sams

While it may be aesthetically pleasing to leave your Christmas tree out for the beginning of the new year, you may be taking a risk. The National…

Jeramiah Dickey introduced as new Boise State athletic director

January 4, 2021 7:14 PM Dylan Carder

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Boise State introduced its new athletic director on Monday. Jeramiah Dickey takes over after a nearly 20 year career in…

Local seniors get their first COVID-19 shot this week

January 4, 2021 3:53 PM Emma Iannacone

Residents of Independence Home in Pocatello were buzzing with excitement Monday while receiving their first dose of the Covid-19…

Lottery machine at Sinclair in Pocatello, ID

Powerball and Mega Millions reward totals increase to over $400 million in Idaho

January 3, 2021 11:20 AM Cole Sams

Here in Idaho, the lottery not only provides the thought of endless opportunity, but also gives people the chance to bid on that elusive jackpot.…

Pocatello community reacts to start of 2021

January 1, 2021 7:36 PM Cole Sams

With the start of the year 2021, locals from the Pocatello community gave their perspective on their vision and goals for the new year.…

Idaho group to try for recreational marijuana in 2022

December 30, 2020 7:34 PM Emma Iannacone

Groups of Idaho activists are renewing the effort to legalize marijuana, both for medicinal and recreational…

Hillcrest dominates Star Valley

December 29, 2020 11:48 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – Hillcrest took down Star Valley, Wyoming 75-31 on day two of the East Idaho Holiday Tournament. The Knights were able to bounce…

Skyline slips past Coeur d’Alene

December 29, 2020 11:35 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Raleigh Shippen scored with less than a second left on the clock to secure Skyline a 55-52 win over Coeur d’Alene…

Teton Auto Group boosts event center

December 29, 2020 3:09 PM News Team

The Teton Auto Group has contributed $500,000 toward the construction of the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls. …

Girl Scouts launch digital cookie program

December 29, 2020 8:29 AM Ariel Schroeder

For the first time, Girl Scout Cookies can be ordered before New…

Local pharmacies preparing for next phase of vaccine rollout

December 28, 2020 7:06 PM Emma Iannacone

Ed Snell’s Pharmacy Shop in Pocatello expects to have their first 2,000 doses of the vaccine in hand by the end of January.…

Parking restrictions return to Idaho Falls after latest storm

December 27, 2020 11:41 AM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – City officials issued a “snow event” at 9:30 this morning. They do this when the city is blanketed with 2 inches or…

LaBelle Lake Ice Palace open for business for winter season

December 26, 2020 6:21 PM Cole Sams

A winter wonderland has come to the heart of Rigby. The astounding Labelle Lake Ice Palace has opened its doors for 2020-2021 season. Every snow and…

Snow Forecast Starting Tonight

December 25, 2020 6:17 PM Jeff Roper

Pacific system brings us chances to accumulate 1-3″ of snow in IF and Pocatello beginnning early tomorrow morning and through the day. A convergence…

Gravestone of Buck Anthony Garner (1991-2011)

Idaho Falls resident mourns brother’s death on nine year anniversary of his murder

December 25, 2020 7:15 PM Cole Sams

During the holiday season, there may be a big void in the time we spend with our loved ones. For Idaho Falls resident Jacob Garner, Christmas Day is…

Local shoppers go last minute Christmas shopping at Pine Ridge Mall

December 24, 2020 7:41 PM Cole Sams

It wasn’t too late for many community members to get their shopping done. This Christmas Eve, many locals were getting their last minute shopping…

ISU to implement COVID-19 screening program

December 21, 2020 11:26 AM Cole Sams

Idaho State University announced Monday it will implement a mandatory COVID-19 screening program for all students, staff and faculty beginning with…

Volunteer Joel Shokes waves at family during Sunday's drive-thru event

Chubbuck Lions Club hosts Special Needs Christmas Drive-Thru

December 21, 2020 5:04 AM Cole Sams

The Chubbuck Lions Club held a Special Needs Christmas Drive-Thru at the Red Lion Hotel. Traditionally, the club holds a Christmas dinner every year…

Local skier skiing at Mink Creek Nordic Center on Saturday

East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center kicks off their opening weekend

December 20, 2020 10:02 AM Cole Sams

The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center kicked off their 2020-2021 season on Friday. The center hosts over 12 miles of groomed skate and classic ski…

ISU COVID-19 cases drop

December 18, 2020 6:03 PM Linda Larsen

There seems to be a reversal on the Idaho State University campus in…

Governor Little speaks on vaccines, upcoming Legislative Session and election

December 18, 2020 2:41 PM Chelsea Briar

Governor Little paid a visit to Southeast Idaho today to “make the point for people to choose to do the right thing” in relation to the…

Olson’s 41 points powers Skyline past Hillcrest

December 18, 2020 12:20 AM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Mattie Olson scored 41 points to lead Skyline past Hillcrest 74-53 Thursday night. Skyline (6-4, 2-1) and Hillcrest…

Portneuf Medical Center administers first COVID-19 vaccine to frontline members

December 17, 2020 3:41 PM Cole Sams

Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) began administering COVID-19 vaccinations to front line team members Thursday. PMC expects to administer over 450…

Long-haul trucking during the pandemic

December 17, 2020 2:33 PM Chelsea Briar

While many of us are experiencing the pandemic through a local lens, Idaho Falls truck drivers have been exposed to restrictions, reactions, and…

Hillcrest pulls away to beat Idaho Falls

December 16, 2020 11:02 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Hillcrest turned a four point halftime lead into a 16 point win over Idaho Falls Wednesday. The Knights beat the Tigers at…

Ongoing vandalism costing Portneuf Wellness Complex thousands

December 16, 2020 7:33 PM Emma Iannacone

There’s an ongoing vandalism problem at the Portneuf Wellness…

Sugar-Salem hands Snake River first loss of season

December 15, 2020 11:13 PM Dylan Carder

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Sugar-Salem beat Snake River 39-33 in a battle of 3A state title contenders Tuesday. The loss is the first of the…

SD25 picks Thunder for new Pocatello High School mascot

December 15, 2020 7:06 PM Emma Iannacone

School District 25 Board of Trustees unanimously voted to replace the Pocatello Indians with the Pocatello…

ISP reminds drivers to clear windows, roof of snow

December 15, 2020 3:18 PM Emma Iannacone

A fresh blanket of snow may not be so welcome to the driver who woke up…

Bengals start Big Sky play with home win over the Bears

December 14, 2020 10:54 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State women’s basketball defeated Northern Colorado 74-67 Monday in the Bengals conference opener. Dora Goles…

Huge snowfall lands in Pocatello

December 14, 2020 6:17 PM Cole Sams

Snow showers hit Pocatello overnight and into Monday morning. Pocatello resident Kristen Neihart says today’s snow was more than she had seen in…

Rexburg health workers first to get COVID-19 vaccine

December 14, 2020 12:08 PM Ariel Schroeder, Associated Press

Eastern Idaho Public Health District was the only district in Idaho to receive COVID-19 in its first round of distribution…

LDS Ward to perform remote holiday program for seniors

December 14, 2020 2:57 PM Todd Kunz

A local ward with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came up with a holiday solution for our…

Pocatello native Dale Spencer answers question on if he will take vaccine

Local community reacts to approval of Pfizer vaccine

December 14, 2020 8:20 AM Cole Sams

The first round of COVID-19 vaccines will be dedicated to front line workers and long-term care facility patients, but that does not mean it is too…

Ten Distinguished Under 40 award winners being recognized for contributions to our community

December 13, 2020 3:51 PM Chelsea Briar

Every year, the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce honors ten young professionals who have gone above and beyond to accomplish outstanding feats…

SIPH prepares for Pfizer vaccine after FDA approval

December 13, 2020 1:43 AM Cole Sams

On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. The vaccine is authorized…

Plan your posts carefully this holiday season

December 12, 2020 4:45 PM Chelsea Briar

Easily sharing exciting news is one of the things we all love about posting to our social media accounts. But sharing when your house will be empty…

#21 Jayden Wright shoots over defender in Highland's 57-45 win over Middleton

Highland pulls away late against Middleton

December 12, 2020 11:07 AM Cole Sams

After a back-and-forth contest in the first half, Highland went on a strong run in the third quarter to give them the edge and the eventual win over…

Rigby downs Idaho Falls for 7th win in a row

December 11, 2020 11:58 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Rigby continues to roll with a 59-38 win over Idaho Falls on Friday. The Trojans have now won seven straight since…

Hillcrest knocks off rival Bonneville for 2-0 conference start

December 11, 2020 11:47 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Hillcrest beat Bonneville 53-40 in Civil War girls basketball on Friday. Hillcrest (4-4, 2-0) will head down to Blackfoot…

#20 Taylor Smith scores over defender in Century's 48-32 win

Century takes down Highland in rivalry matchup

December 12, 2020 10:39 AM Cole Sams

After getting off to a hot start, Century continued that momentum into the 2nd half and defeated Highland…

ISU prepared to help store vaccine

December 11, 2020 8:47 AM Cole Sams

Idaho State University has taken delivery of a new freezer that will help the Southeast Idaho Public Health District store the district’s supply of…

ISU sees increase in COVID-19 cases

December 11, 2020 5:11 PM Linda Larsen

Idaho State University saw a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases this week despite the fact that students did not return to in person class after…

Stay warm while spending less on heat this winter

December 11, 2020 2:03 PM Chelsea Briar

Winterizing your home can save you money on your power bill and keep you warm throughout the…

TSA unveils changes to keep travelers safer this holiday season

December 11, 2020 5:02 PM Linda Larsen

As part of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure.” campaign, the agency has made procedural and policy…

Hospital beds continue to be close to capacity in Eastern Idaho

December 11, 2020 9:41 AM Andrew Howe

The Chief Operations Officer at Idaho Falls Community Hospital says their Intensive Care Unit can handle 35 COVID patients. …

Pocatello TSA agent wins national title

December 11, 2020 9:05 AM Linda Larsen

Pocatello has one of the smallest airports in the nation but they just brought home one of the biggest awards.…

Sign outside Trading Post in Fort Hall, Idaho

Fort Hall Business Council approves mask mandate

December 10, 2020 7:07 PM Cole Sams

The Fort Hall Business Council has approved a face mask mandate for the Fort Hall Reservation. It is effective…

Late free throws give Idaho Falls win over Skyline

December 10, 2020 11:33 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Jaxon Sorenson hit a pair of free throws with four seconds left to pull out the 54-53 win over Skyline Thursday…

Thursday's drive-by caroling and food drive event at Holy Spirit Catholic School in Pocatello, ID

Holy Spirit Catholic School hosts drive-by caroling and food drive event

December 10, 2020 8:13 PM Cole Sams

Holy Spirit Catholic School hosted a drive-by caroling and food drive event. The event was held in front of St. Anthony Chapel next door to the…

Live Christmas nativity comes to Idaho Falls

December 10, 2020 2:30 PM Chelsea Briar

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is putting on a live nativity scene at the temple grounds Thursday at 6…

Major sponsor visits Salmon gym

December 9, 2020 9:49 PM Andrew Howe

The principal sponsor of the new high school gym in Salmon, is keeping a close eye on the project as it meets major…

First kid in SIPH District diagnosed with MIS-C, sent to Primary Children’s

December 9, 2020 6:33 PM Emma Iannacone

A 12-year-old boy from Montpelier tested positive for the coronavirus on Oct. 26. A month later, after returning to school feeling fine, his organs…

Ammon Walmart closes for sanitizing

December 9, 2020 2:23 PM News Team

Walmart closed its Supercenter location at 1201 S. 25th East at 2 p.m. Wednesday to allow a third party cleaning crew time to clean and sanitize the…

Idaho remains in red zone with highest test positivity rate in the country

December 9, 2020 10:34 AM News Team

The latest White House Coronavirus Task Force report obtained by ABC News shows Idaho continues to be in the red zone for test positivity, indicating…

Pay It Forward: Clandestine Kringle

December 9, 2020 3:49 PM Todd Kunz

Donate or adopt a family for Christmas and Clandestine Kringle will take care of the…

“Give hope by using your lunch money to feed a family”

December 9, 2020 1:16 PM Chelsea Briar

The Commerce decided to keep the “Out of the Box” lunches event alive by giving back to hungry and struggling neighbors who are also feeling the…

Idaho health board meeting halted after ‘intense protests’

December 9, 2020 9:42 AM Associated Press

Idaho public health officials abruptly ended a meeting Tuesday after the Boise mayor and chief of police said intense protests outside the health…

Thunder Ridge edges Hillcrest

December 8, 2020 11:24 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thunder Ridge just got past District 93 rival Hillcrest 55-54 Tuesday. Thunder Ridge (2-0) visits Rigby to start…

A look inside the Portneuf Medical Center’s Covid-19 unit

December 8, 2020 8:39 PM Emma Iannacone

As Covid-19 hospitalizations in Idaho tick up and up, the Portneuf Medical Center staff are feeling the…

Survey shows people narrowly prefer Phantoms to Bison for new PHS mascot

December 7, 2020 5:46 PM Emma Iannacone

The least favorite option is the Pocatello Thunder with a thunder mascot.…

United Way of Southeastern Idaho kicks off Brown Bag Challenge

December 7, 2020 5:29 PM Cole Sams

On Monday, the United Way of Southeastern Idaho began their week-long Brown Bag Challenge. United Way is looking for a donation of $20.…

Stephen Michaud and family perform during Sunday's Christmas Angels Concert

14th Annual Christmas Angels Concert held virtually this year

December 7, 2020 8:05 AM Cole Sams

Stephen Michaud and his family hosted their 14th Annual Christmas Angels Concert to help provide Christmas for families in need. Due to COVID-19, the…

Elliot Page’s announcement offers a learning opportunity for all of us

December 6, 2020 4:30 PM Chelsea Briar

Elliot Page wrote a letter on Instagram announcing he is transgender with he/they pronouns.…

501st Legion from Star Wars collect donations for Salvation Army

Salvation Army celebrates “I’ll Fight Day” at Pine Ridge Mall

December 6, 2020 10:32 AM Cole Sams

The organization celebrated “I’ll Fight Day” outside of the Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck. Lieutenant Ernie Evans says today is like a holiday for the…

Falcon Food Pantry helping hungry CEI students in need

December 6, 2020 6:04 PM Chelsea Briar

The College of Eastern Idaho now has a Falcon Food Pantry on campus to assist students who may be struggling with food insecurity.…

#3 Kade DaBell dribbles in transition in Rigby's 56-49 win over Blackfoot

Rigby defeats Blackfoot in early non-conference matchup

December 5, 2020 9:07 AM Cole Sams

Leading by two going into halftime, Rigby capitalized on their momentum in the second half and defeated Blackfoot 56-49.…

Ririe avenges only loss with win over Soda Springs

December 5, 2020 12:41 AM Dylan Carder

RIRIE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Ririe got some revenge over Soda Springs Friday. The Bulldogs beat the Cardinals 45-35. Ririe’s only loss this season came…

Skyline wins battle of 4A contenders

December 5, 2020 12:24 AM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Skyline beat Century 64-58 Friday in a battle of 4A heavyweights. The Grizzlies entered the game tied for #1 in the…

Idaho Falls defends home court against Shelley

December 5, 2020 12:05 AM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Tigers beat Shelley 50-37 Friday. It was the first win of the year for Idaho Falls. The Tigers got…

Chubbuck purchases new media system

December 4, 2020 6:05 PM Linda Larsen

The City of Chubbuck has recently put some COVID-19 funding to good…

Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot to open Monday

December 4, 2020 4:57 PM News Team

The new Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot will open to the public on…

Charitable donation aims to help sexually abused children

December 4, 2020 2:59 PM Chelsea Briar

The Fraternal Order of Eagles (F.O.E) presented a check for $6,717.03 to the Building Hope Today Foundation founder, Matt Morgan, on Thursday…

Thunder Ridge beats Idaho Falls to open 5A play

December 3, 2020 11:25 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thunder Ridge downed Idaho Falls 58-39 in the conference opener for both teams. Thunder Ridge (5-0, 1-0) hosts…

Protecting your holiday gifts from theft

December 3, 2020 3:37 PM Chelsea Briar

Gifts left out in the open while we store hop this holiday season may be an invitation for…

Eagles Lodge donates food to the Community Food Basket

December 3, 2020 3:37 PM Chelsea Briar

The Idaho Falls Fraternal Order of the Eagles (F.O.E) conducted a food drive throughout the month of…

Bingham Memorial Hospital in Blackfoot, ID

BMH is now a Level IV Trauma Center

December 3, 2020 10:07 AM Cole Sams

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare has designated Bingham Memorial Hospital (BMH) a Time Sensitive Emergency (TSE) Level IV Trauma…

NASA and INL are teaming up once again

December 3, 2020 10:11 AM Bre Clark

NASA and Idaho National Laboratory are teaming up once again, but this time it could lead to an entire colony on the moon and mars sooner than you…

Blackfoot tops Idaho Falls in season opener

December 2, 2020 11:19 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Blackfoot beat Idaho Falls 51-48 to open the high school boys basketball season for both teams. Blackfoot (1-0) will…