Century topples Pocatello in the Pit
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Century defeated rival Pocatello 51-38 in boys basketball Wednesday night. The win puts the Diamondbacks in position to…
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Thanakomsirichot signs on with Boise State esports program
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Skyline’s Thamma Mark Thanakomsirichot is heading to Boise State to join the Broncos esports program. He caught the…
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Skyline’s Connor Maloney heading to Idaho State
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Skyline all-state wide receiver Connor Maloney signed on to be a preferred walk-on at Idaho State Wednesday. Maloney…
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507 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 507 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Idaho Senate approves constitutional ban on legal marijuana
A proposed constitutional amendment that would prevent the legalization of pot and other psychoactive drugs cleared the Idaho Senate on Wednesday and…
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Senate makes another try to trim governor’s emergency powers
Lawmakers on Wednesday initiated another shot at trimming an Idaho governor’s power during an emergency event that threatens residents’ lives such as…
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EIPH simplifies vaccine registration process
After a chaotic opening of COVID-19 vaccination registration last weekend, the Eastern Idaho Public Health District has modified its registration…
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Madison shuts down Highland in district tournament
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Madison opened the 5A District 5/6 girls basketball tournament with a 39-23 win over Highland. The Bobcats advance to visit…
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Top seed Rigby beats Idaho Falls to open district tournament
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – Number one seed Rigby beat fifth seed Idaho Falls 56-33 to open the 5A District 5/6 tournament Tuesday. The Trojans advance to…
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SIPH on board with Governor Little’s move to Stage 3
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has endorsed Governor Brad Little decision on Tuesday to move Idaho to Stage 3.…
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Bannock Sheriffs Office retires drug dog into care of his handler
After 8 years in the force, Bannock County Sheriff drug dog Ryder is retiring into the care of his…
Continue Reading 491 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 491 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths on…
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Trooper’s car hit by semi
This is a scene no one should have to see up close and…
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Beware of COVID-19 scams
As more people become eligible to get a vaccination, multiple agencies including the FBI, Food and Drug Administration and local hospitals are…
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Butterburr’s celebrates 40th anniversary
A local fan favorite is celebrating 40…
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ISP celebrates 82 years of service
Idaho State Police is celebrating a big…
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Teachers object to Ehardt education committee comments
Idaho teachers are objecting to comments made by Idaho Falls State Representative Barbara Ehardt during a House Education Committee meeting this…
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Man charged after racing through Soda Springs
A North Carolina man faces felony charges after racing through Soda Springs and attempted to outrun law enforcement…
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SBA drought assistance deadline approaching
Small businesses in 14 Idaho counties have until March 2 to apply for a Small Business Administration federal disaster loan.…
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Colorado wildlife officials chase wolf into Wyoming
There was a minor Wyoming-Colorado border skirmish Monday when Wyoming Game and Fish learned that Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) captured and…
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Driggs drives Thunder Ridge to win over Bonneville
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Lloyer Driggs scored 31 points to lead Thunder Ridge to a 75-47 win over Bonneville Monday. The senior also surpassed…
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Idaho officials reported 482 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on…
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Man arrested following discovery of drug lab
Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a residence in the 3200 block of Londonderry Avenue for a report of a domestic disturbance in progress…
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Local state legislator willing to pull impeachment of governor
A local state legislator said Monday he is willing to pull the impeachment effort of Idaho Governor Brad Little in exchange for a…
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Dustin Diamond, ‘Saved by the Bell’ star, dead at 44
(CNN) — Dustin Diamond, who played the role of Screech on the popular 1990s high school comedy “Saved by the Bell,” died Monday…
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Rep. Nate’s ‘lemonade stand freedom bill’ passes House, 68-2
State lawmakers are focusing on more than just COVID-19…
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Lawmen set their sights on aggressive drivers
New data collected by the Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) indicates aggressive driving was a factor in 78 fatal crashes in Idaho last year.…
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Some 65 and over get their first COVID-19 dose
It was the first day for those aged 65 and over to get their COVID-19 vaccine…
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Idaho gas prices still rising
Idaho’s average price for regular is $2.35 per gallon, which is 13 cents more than a month ago but 22 cents less than a year ago. …
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Pandemic causes backlog of 40K cases in Idaho court system
The chief justice of Idaho’s highest court says the state judicial system faces a backlog of thousands of cases because of delays caused by the…
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Ambulance crews training on new rescue equipment
The Pocatello Fire Department is using a $92,359.67 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act grant to upgrade life-saving equipment…
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Woman hospitalized after Two Top snowmobile crash
A 50-year-old woman was hospitalized after a snowmobile crash west of West Yellowstone…
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Skiers rescued from Grand Teton avalanche
A joint effort from the Teton County Search and Rescue team and Grand Teton National Park Rangers rescued several cross-country skiers from an…
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State legislators react to eventful week in Boise
This past week was busy in our state capital, with multiple bills up for legislation and a local representative proposing the impeachment of…
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Madison holds on in second half to defeat Highland
After storming out a big lead in the first half, Madison had to pull away late and get the victory over Highland…
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ISU Professor reacts to crazy week on Wall Street
It was a tumultuous week on Wall Street, with the gaming company GameStop’s stock being the subject of controversy.
Users of the website Reddit…
Thunder Ridge gets a win at Hillcrest
AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – Thunder Ridge went into the Dungeon Friday and walked out with a win over rival Hillcrest 61-58. The Titans earned a season…
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Bonneville hangs to beat Blackfoot
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Bonneville picked up a nice win over Blackfoot 69-62 in boys basketball Friday. The win puts the Bees in second place in…
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Missing Rexburg woman located
Rexburg Police are working to locate a missing Rexburg woman. …
Continue Reading 635 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 635 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths on…
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Raising suicide awareness
Friends and family are remembering the Pocatello High School linebacker who died from suicide…
Continue Reading COVID-19 vaccinations move to new phase Monday
Eastern Idaho Public Health has announced that rollout for the COVID-19 vaccine for Priority Group 2.2 will begin on Monday, February 1. …
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New website helps Idahoans learn when, where to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Governor Brad Little announced Friday the State of Idaho launched a new COVID-19 vaccination information website to help Idahoans more easily find…
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ISU reports 33 new COVID-19 cases this week
COVID-19 numbers on the Idaho State University campus in Pocatello dropped this week after the highest week ever last…
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Snowmobiler rescued from deep snow near West Yellowstone
A 45-year-old snowmobiler is safe today, after he got his machine stuck in the backcountry at around 5:15 p.m. Thursday.…
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Governor visits Guard troops at PMC
Governor Brad Little paid an unannounced visit to Portneuf Medical Center Friday morning.…
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Lawmakers introduce bill to limit public health authority
A panel of state lawmakers voted to introduce legislation to prevent Idaho public health officials from ordering schools to close or take…
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Pocatello man accused of stabbing his brother
A Pocatello man was arrested Thursday after a fight with his brother got out of hand.…
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Stage Stop Sled Dog race begins Friday
24 teams from the United States and Canada have signed on for the 26th Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race beginning Friday, January 29 in…
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Snowplow hit by driver passing on the right
Plow driver Carlos Garcia said he watched his life flash before his eyes Wednesday while working on Highway 20 after he got hit on the…
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Pocatello family establishes ISU Business scholarship
The Idaho State University College of Business has established a new scholarship with a donation from a Pocatello business…
Continue Reading Constitutional ban on legal pot advances in Idaho
A proposed constitutional amendment that would prevent the legalization of marijuana in Idaho has moved forward as lawmakers in the conservative…
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Thunder Ridge holds off Bonneville
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Thunder Ridge knocked off Bonneville 57-43 in girl’s basketball Thursday to wrap up the regular season. The Titans…
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Skyline beats Rigby again to end regular season
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – Skyline girl’s basketball ended the regular season by beating Rigby 53-41 Thursday. Two of the Trojans’ three loses came…
Continue Reading 508 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 508 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Gov. Little orders vaccine distribution transparency
Gov. Brad Little on Thursday ordered the state’s seven public health districts and providers to regularly report the number of coronavirus doses they…
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Committee plans for EISF in 2021
One of our community’s most popular events is on schedule for…
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Bill proposes banning conversion therapy in Idaho
Representative John McCrostie, a Democrat from Garden City, introduced House Bill 52 to protect the LGBTQ youth from what he called the harmful…
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USDA announces potato promotion board members
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced the appointment of 31 people to serve on the National Potato Promotion…
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Idaho schools chief makes $2.4 billion budget request
Idaho’s schools chief on Thursday asked lawmakers for a 3.8% budget increase to about $2.4 billion to educate the more than 300,000 students in…
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Yellowstone visits drop slightly in 2020
Overall 2020 visitation at Yellowstone National Park was down 5% from 2019. …
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State parks enjoyed a banner year in 2020
19 kept people closer to home, 2020 became a banner year for Idaho State Parks.…
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PRT pledges to help seniors get to vaccination sites
Pocatello Regional Transit is reassuring senior citizens they will have transportation to their COVID-19 vaccination appointment, with a donation.…
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Southeast Idaho experiences high demand in housing market
The housing market in Southeast Idaho is booming, but the supply does not match the demand.
Many people in Pocatello and the surrounding community…
620 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 26 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 620 new COVID-19 cases and 26 new deaths on…
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D25 employee arrested for sexual abuse of minor
The Pocatello Police Department investigated an incident Thursday at Highland High School where an employee of the school district had inappropriate…
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Rexburg senator leads way for restitution for Tapp, wrongfully convicted
A Rexburg Senator is among Idaho lawmakers who are leading the way for a bill that would compensate people who have been wrongfully incarcerated in…
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IFPD officers sign on with U.S. Marshal Service
Two Idaho Falls Police Officers have been sworn in as Special Deputy U.S.…
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2 former “Speakers” weigh in on GOP face-off
Two prominent Idaho republican leaders are backing Governor Brad Little’s position defending his emergency powers.…
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Sun Country to add Jackson Airport flights
Sun Country Airlines has announced the addition of 16 nonstop flights, including Jackson Hole Airport, beginning May 26. …
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Dubois man to face trial in May on kidnapping charge
Colter Robert Milner, 27, of Dubois appeared in Bonneville County District Court this week to plead “not guilty” to charges of First Degree…
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Rigby woman to stand trial on theft charges
Jenessa Marie Stevens, 36, of Rigby was arraigned in Madison County District Court on January 25.…
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Skyline grabs top seed in district tournament
SHELLEY, Idaho (KIFI) – Skyline knocked off Shelley 59-39 in girls basketball Thursday. With the win, the Grizzlies secured the top seed in the 4A…
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Blackfoot downs Bonneville to end regular season
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – Blackfoot girls basketball finished off the regular season with a 63-44 win over Bonneville on Tuesday. Esperanza Vergara…
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Idaho National Guard joins Portneuf Medical Center to fight COVID-19
On Tuesday, employees and patients of PMC were greeted and screened by some new faces, and rather than scrubs, they were in uniform.
The Portneuf…
559 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 559 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Vallow-Daybell lawyer seeks attorney-client protection
Lori Vallow-Daybell’s attorney, Mark Means, has filed additional motions seeking to protect attorney-client…
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Shelley Police investigate shooting incident
Shelley Police are investigating an early morning shooting incident.…
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No more cleaning between games
The Idaho State Board of Education has made another change to its plan for winter…
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Court rules against Idaho treasurer in office space fight
The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a lower court ruling ordering the Idaho state treasurer to vacate her offices in the…
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East Idaho job market recovering, some counties faster than others
Due to Idaho’s diverse economy, some counties have had a more difficult time bouncing back, while others seem to be…
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Add the Words legislation introduced for 15th time
Idaho lawmakers are introducing the Add the Words legislation for the 15th…
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Structure fire causes estimated $75,000 in damages
The Idaho Falls Fire Department reports a structure fire on the 1300 block of South Woodruff Avenue Tuesday caused approximately $75,000 in…
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Power restored to 12,000 customers in Ammon/Lincoln area
Rocky Mountain Power reports about 12,059 customers are being affected by damaged power line.…
Continue Reading Local state legislator onboard with push to impeach Idaho governor
There is a push to impeach Idaho’s…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 70 new COVID-19 cases in the area, 5 new deaths
Local health officials reported 70 new COVID-19 cases and five deaths…
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Collecting food for the Soup-er Bowl
It’s that time of year again. It’s time for the Soup-er Bowl, and we are not talking about the big…
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Governor receives COVID vaccination
Governor Brad Little received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. It was administered at Primary Health in Meridian.…
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Idaho judge’s role change enables Biden to make appointment
The retirement of a federal district judge from regular active service will enable President Joe Biden to appoint a new judge for…
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Wyoming Legislature to reconvene for 8-day virtual session
The Wyoming Legislature will reconvene for an eight-day virtual session beginning Wednesday through Feb. 5 to continue its work for the 2021 General…
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Conservation officers investigate wasted birds
At least five Canada geese were found tossed and left to waste at the base of a cliff along American Falls Reservoir near Aberdeen last week.…
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Eastern Idaho Public Health withdraws gathering requirements
School districts and the public should follow the Governor’s COVID-19 public gathering restrictions as laid out for athletic events last week.…
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Idaho Guard returns from DC duty
More than 300 Idaho National Guardsmen returned home from Washington D.C. where they helped provide security for the 59th Presidential Inauguration. …
Continue Reading 181 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death
Idaho officials reported 181 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death on…
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Woman hospitalized after snowmobile crash
One woman was hospitalized after her snowmobile was struck from behind by another machine near West Yellowstone…
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Local entertainment venues try to bounce back after COVID-19 struggles
The COVID-19 pandemic has hurt the entertainment industry across the board. Deleta Skating & Family Fun Center and Tough Guy Lanes in Pocatello…
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Snake River Alliance celebrates UN treaty
Back in 2017, the United Nations negotiated a treaty which bans the use of nuclear weapons in countries that participate. Now, that treaty is…
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Century outlasts Preston to sweep season series
Looking to host the 4A District 5 tournament, Century put on a strong second half effort to edge past Preston 55-51 and clinch the #1 seed.…
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Grizzly, 34, confirmed as Yellowstone region’s oldest known
Zach Turnbull could barely make out the emaciated grizzly bear’s inside-lip tattoo, and when he did decipher the digits – 168 – they just didn’t seem…
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Thunder Ridge takes care of business against Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Thunder Ridge defeated Idaho falls 67-30 in girl’s basketball Friday. The Titans have now won back to back games after…
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