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Twelfth ITD snow plow hit this winter

March 7, 2024 2:43 PM News Team

Another Idaho Transportation Department snow plow is needing repairs after an accident…

The right use of social media can boost your business

March 7, 2024 12:33 PM Kailey Galaviz, Jeff Roper

For many running a business or considering using the platforms to inform or bring more customers to their business, it can be overwhelming, but it…

Idaho Falls Elks Lodge distributing food boxes to families in need

March 7, 2024 11:47 AM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls Elks Lodge is helping community members in need this…

Ski resorts rejoice with plentiful snow

March 7, 2024 11:20 AM Evan Thomason

Local ski resorts all across eastern Idaho and western Wyoming have appreciated the all of snow showers over the past…

Kelly Canyon’s snowmobile hill climb is this weekend

March 7, 2024 10:38 AM Ashley Chilcutt

King of Kelly’s Snowmobile Hill Climb is March 8 and 9 at Kelly…

Wyoming Energy Authority opens State Energy Program Grants

March 7, 2024 10:36 AM Noah Farley

“The focus of the program is on reducing energy use in order to save money on utility bills for those…

Christopher Tapp’s alleged killer surrenders to Las Vegas Police

March 6, 2024 11:36 PM Linda Larsen

The alleged killer in the Cristopher Tapp murder, a congressional candidate and former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) wrestler, has turned…

Water managers concerned with possible flooding this spring

March 6, 2024 11:37 AM Evan Thomason

The snowpack is making an impressive comeback. Many of the water basins are either at or above average for snowpack this time of year, according to…

“This seems totally normal to me.” Judge dismisses alleged “corruption” case against Teton County, WY commissioners

March 5, 2024 12:31 PM Seth Ratliff

A lawsuit between a citizen and Teton County, Wyo. commissioners is dismissed. Tim Riser accused the commissioners of conspiring to oust the former…

Getting answers: What is happening with the old Blackfoot pool building?

March 6, 2024 11:36 AM Seth Ratliff

People are asking what is happening with the Blackfoot Municipal Pool?…

Guns N’ Hoses hockey fundraiser kicks off Wednesday

March 5, 2024 10:23 PM Ashley Chilcutt

The Idaho Falls Youth Hockey Association (IFYHA) is holding its first ever Guns N’ Hoses Fundraiser at the Mountain America Center…

Carport collapses on several cars at a condominium complex in Idaho Falls

March 6, 2024 9:35 AM Kailey Galaviz, Braydon Wilson

A carport collapsed on several cars at an Idaho Falls apartment located on Vega Circle. …

Mountain View Cemetery wrecked by winter storms

March 5, 2024 6:52 PM Cole Sams

Walking through the Mountain View Cemetery on Tuesday, trees and branches are everywhere and scattered through the…

Drowsy driving deaths are 10X higher than before

March 5, 2024 11:55 AM Noah Farley

The best defense is to get enough sleep, about 7 hours a…

“Doing your research in advance.” How you can stay protected against online scams

March 5, 2024 11:47 AM Kailey Galaviz

This week is National Consumer Protection Week. A time where the Federal Trade Commission wants to drive awareness to avoiding scams, protecting your…

Both Idaho State Men and Women fall to Montana in final tune-ups before Big Sky Tournaments

March 4, 2024 10:44 PM Eric Moon

It was a tough night for Idaho State hoops Monday night on the final night of the Big Sky regular season, as the Bengals fell to the Montana…

Cities and counties prioritize snow removal in streets following the weekend’s storm

March 4, 2024 6:10 PM Braydon Wilson

Snow removal continues around the clock, but snow in the streets isn’t the only concern for many people across the region.…

Jury finds Brad Compher guilty of Nori Jones’ death

March 4, 2024 10:58 AM Linda Larsen

Closing arguments began Monday morning for Brad Compher at the Bannock County Courthouse.…

Pocatello Thunder celebrate first Boys Basketball State Championship since 2000

March 4, 2024 5:12 PM Eric Moon

It’s a championship 24 years in the making. The Pocatello Thunder have finally gotten over the hump to win their first state title since…

Judge rules to combine Lance Peck’s cases

March 4, 2024 3:51 PM Linda Larsen

Former Downard Funeral home director Lance Peck’s attorney appeared for a hearing in front of Judge Aaron Thompson at the Bannock County Courthouse…

Two eastern Idaho highways remain closed Tuesday morning

March 4, 2024 2:16 PM News Team

The following Bonneville County roads have been closed due to blowing and drifting…

Idaho gas prices climb another dime this week

March 4, 2024 12:12 PM News Team

Idaho drivers continue to face surging prices at the pump.…

Mental Health Monday: What is anxiety?

March 4, 2024 11:55 AM Kailey Galaviz

Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder, affecting 301 million people worldwide, according to the World Health…

Jackson Hole restaurant owner dies after fall into tree well, Krause family creates scholarship in his honor

March 4, 2024 11:24 AM Seth Ratliff

The owner of a popular Jackson Hole restaurant died Friday after falling into a tree well while skiing at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. This…

Prosecutors say Megan Stedman homicide happened in Montana not Idaho Falls

March 4, 2024 10:54 AM News Team

Prosecutors now believe the Megan Stedman homicide occurred in Bozeman, Mont. rather than in Idaho…

Pocatello seeks community input during multiple rebranding campaign events

March 2, 2024 12:00 PM Cole Sams

The City of Pocatello has organized multiple events for the public next week to gain input on the city’s…

Maleek Arington playing defense in ISU's loss to UNC

Idaho State falls in home finale against Northern Colorado 81-79

March 3, 2024 9:56 AM Cole Sams

In their final home game of the season at Reed Gym, the Idaho State Bengals men’s basketball team lost a thriller to Northern Colorado on Saturday…

Julian Bowie’s incredible fourth quarter leads Pocatello to first 4A championship since 2000

March 2, 2024 11:04 PM Eric Moon

They never quit, and they are finally over the hump. The Pocatello Thunder won the 4A state championship Saturday night in their third try against…

Idaho Republicans vote for who they want to be their presidential candidate

March 2, 2024 7:19 PM Braydon Wilson

Idaho Republicans went to the polls Saturday to participate in the Idaho G.O.P caucus. Many of them braved the weather making sure their voice was…

Teton’s cinderella run falls short in 54-47 loss to Bonners Ferry in 3A Championship

March 2, 2024 10:50 PM Eric Moon

The Teton Timberwolves came just a few points short of a state championship Saturday, falling to the Bonners Ferry Badgers 54-47 in the 3A title…

Pocatello, Hillcrest, and Teton advance to Saturday’s Boys Basketball State Championships

March 1, 2024 10:30 PM Eric Moon

Three local teams are just one win away from glory. Pocatello, Hillcrest, and Teton each won their semifinal games Friday to advance to their…

What you need to know about Idaho’s Republican Caucus on Saturday, March 2

March 1, 2024 2:30 PM Stephanie Lucas

Idaho Republican voters will gather throughout the state on Saturday to choose the Presidential candidate they want to see on the ballot in…

MacKenzie River Pizza still in operation after settling civil suit

March 1, 2024 11:00 AM Ashley Chilcutt

A local restaurant is still in operation after settling a civil suit with the Idaho Department of…

AAA: Don’t put off a vehicle recall repair

March 1, 2024 4:57 PM Ashley Chilcutt

March 4 is the beginning of Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, and AAA is reminding vehicle owners to complete necessary repairs with a sense of…

ISU hosts VEX Robotics Competition for high school students

March 1, 2024 4:48 PM Noah Farley

“Getting that entry experience into the world of engineering…it’s…

Botched execution of serial killer in Idaho puts focus on capital punishment secrecy laws

March 1, 2024 2:52 PM Associated Press

This week’s botched execution of a death-row inmate in Idaho highlights the secrecy around capital punishment.…

Community response to Tom Magro being let go at Lemhi County Humane Society

March 1, 2024 11:08 AM Evan Thomason

One of the citizens of Salmon we spoke to about the troubles of the Lemhi County Humane Society wanted to respond to us after hearing the news that…

ITD to remove houses on Iona and Hitt

March 1, 2024 3:02 PM News Team

There is a big road project in the works on Hitt Road in Bonneville…

Teton County, Wyo. administrator resigns

March 1, 2024 1:25 PM News Team

Teton County administrator Alyssa Watkins has…

Autopsy rules Christopher Tapp’s death homicide

March 1, 2024 1:20 PM News Team

Christopher Tapps’ autopsy confirms the cause of his death is homicide from blunt head…

Kids on social media – Not all eyes are innocent

March 1, 2024 11:28 AM Kailey Galaviz

Social media can be great, but also dangerous especially for…

WATCH LIVE: VIPIR Radar of winter storm crossing the area

March 1, 2024 10:46 AM Evan Thomason

A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory are in effect for eastern Idaho and western Wyoming through Saturday…

GETTING ANSWERS: Executive director no longer employed at Lemhi Co. Humane Society

February 29, 2024 5:56 PM Evan Thomason

Former workers there and the community of Salmon together are reporting of several issues that have arose in the past year. Local News 8 decided to…

Colon cancer on the rise for young americans

March 1, 2024 7:00 AM Conner Nuckols

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the…

Eight local teams advance to semifinals in Boys Basketball State Tournaments

February 29, 2024 8:58 PM Eric Moon

One-third of Friday’s semifinal squads are from East Idaho, as eight local teams punched their tickets to the semis…

Could Thomas Creech face the firing squad? IDOC director shares next steps after failed execution

February 29, 2024 4:01 PM Ashley Chilcutt

“I’m sure some will question or disagree with the decision not to proceed, but I’m confident my decision won’t be criticized by anyone who would have…

Defense rests in the Brad Compher murder trial; Closing arguments set for Monday

February 29, 2024 10:24 AM Linda Larsen

The Brad Compher murder trial continued in Pocatello on…

Blackfoot makes plans to build new animal shelter

February 28, 2024 11:57 AM Seth Ratliff

The City of Blackfoot is making plans to build a new animal shelter, according to Mayor Marc…

Idaho Falls School District 91 approves amended $95 million budget

February 29, 2024 2:37 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls School District 91 school board has approved the amended budget for the current school year.…

Prosecutor seeking death penalty in Jeremy Best murder case

February 29, 2024 11:30 AM Ashley Chilcutt

The state has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty in the case against Jeremy Best, the father accused of killing his infant son and…

Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen serves 1 millionth meal

February 29, 2024 10:07 AM Kailey Galaviz

The Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen, which has been serving the community for nearly 40 years, will celebrate the serving of its one millionth meal on…

Idaho halts execution by lethal injection after 8 failed attempts to insert IV line

February 28, 2024 7:53 AM News Team, Associated Press

Thomas Eugene Creech will be executed by lethal injection today at 10 a.m. at the South Boise Prison…

Cancelled execution has Idaho lawmaker considering changes to firing squad law

February 28, 2024 7:42 PM Stephanie Lucas

The canceled execution has one lawmaker reconsidering how firing squads should be used in…

Judge delays decision on trial date for Bryan Kohberger

February 28, 2024 4:56 PM News Team

The man accused of killing four University of Idaho students likely won’t go to trial for at least another…

Defense to call former suspect, 2 convicted murders to testify in Brad Compher trial

February 28, 2024 12:09 PM Linda Larsen

Updates on the Brad Compher murder trial taking place at the Bannock County Courthouse.…

Mackenzie River Pizza owners ordered to pay $319K for wage violations

February 28, 2024 10:40 AM Noah Farley, Ashley Chilcutt

An Idaho Falls restaurant has been ordered to pay a total of $319,000 for illegal tip sharing, child labor, and overtime violations.…

Shelley, Firth fire departments get much needed upgrade to better serve community

February 28, 2024 10:27 AM Braydon Wilson

For the past 50 years, members of the Shelley Firth Quick Response Unit (QRU) have strived to provide emergency medical care to the community.…

House passes bill criminalizing pornographic AI images of people

February 28, 2024 7:55 AM Conner Nuckols

A bill criminalizing sexually explicit Artificial Intelligence images of real people is now heading to the Idaho…

Lawmakers fighting for suppressors to be regulated like guns

February 28, 2024 7:27 AM Conner Nuckols

Gun owners in Idaho are one step closer to having easier access to protect their ear…

Gov. Little signs bill to support public charter schools

February 27, 2024 6:18 PM Stephanie Lucas

Governor Brad Little signed the Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act…

Kick-off meeting set for Pocatello’s PROST Plan

February 17, 2024 10:00 AM Cole Sams

The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb 28 at 6…

AARP offers free tax service for community members in need of help

February 27, 2024 11:46 AM Braydon Wilson

2024 tax season is here, and many are getting ready to turn in their returns.…

Wind blows tree onto roof of Idaho Falls home

February 27, 2024 1:13 PM News Team

A large Siberian elm tree uprooted and fell onto a house’s back patio and roof during Monday’s windstorm.…

How to protect yourself from pickpocketing

February 23, 2024 11:45 AM Noah Farley

More than 400,000 pickpocketing incidents happen every day, says…

Eligible homeowners can apply online for property tax relief

February 27, 2024 12:08 PM News Team

You might qualify for some property tax…

DNA testimony begins in Brad Compher murder trial as expert witnesses take the stand

February 27, 2024 11:48 AM Linda Larsen

Court opened Tuesday morning in the Brand Compher murder trial with more fingerprint…

Bannock County coroner sponsors bill to create a statewide next-of-kin database

February 27, 2024 11:04 AM Cole Sams

The Idaho legislature is considering a bill to create a statewide database to store people’s next of kin…

Nearly 100-year-old Blackfoot theatre undergoes restoration

February 27, 2024 11:09 AM Seth Ratliff

In early January, the Nuart Theatre in Blackfoot was selected by the Idaho Heritage Trust to receive $49,000 in funding to support the restoration of…

Idaho State inducts six new members into Sports Hall of Fame

February 26, 2024 7:18 PM Cole Sams

Idaho State University held their Sports Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony this past Saturday at the ICCU Bengal Alumni Center.…

Marsh Valley School District working to bring charter school to Lava Hot Springs

February 26, 2024 5:43 PM Cole Sams

Making up most of rural Bannock County, the Marsh Valley School District has seen a significant change in their enrollment numbers the past few…

2 arrested for string of Inkom car burglaries

February 26, 2024 2:40 PM News Team

Two people are in jail after a string of vehicle burglaries in…

Highways 32 and 33 are closed due to blowing snow

February 26, 2024 3:25 PM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department has closed State Highways 32 and 33.…

Body of missing Montpelier woman found, Christine Passey Parker’s family asks for privacy

February 26, 2024 11:10 AM Seth Ratliff

The body of a missing woman out of Bear Lake County has been found, according to her family.…

Fentanyl drug traffickers now required to serve mandatory minimum sentence, Gov. Little signs HB406 into law

February 26, 2024 4:50 PM Seth Ratliff

Mandatory minimum sentences for fentanyl charges in Idaho have now become law.…

Eagle Rock Middle School celebrates Black History Month with African-American community members

February 26, 2024 2:15 PM Noah Farley

“[The students are] loving it! They’re asking great…

Idaho gas prices jump 11 cents in a week

February 26, 2024 12:59 PM News Team

Gem State still trails the national average, but the gap is…

Second week of testimony in Brad Compher murder trial underway

February 26, 2024 12:06 PM Linda Larsen

The jury trial of Brad Compher is back underway Monday morning in the second week of…

Mental Health Monday: What is depression?

February 26, 2024 11:45 AM Kailey Galaviz

Nearly 34% of Idahoans report symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, which is above the national average of 32% according to…

US sues to block merger of grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons, saying it could push prices higher

February 26, 2024 10:22 AM Associated Press

The Federal Trade Commission is suing to block a proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and…

Brackets are set for this year’s boys basketball state tournaments in the Boise area

February 25, 2024 2:16 PM Eric Moon

Boys state basketball tournaments tip off Thursday in the Boise area, and 13 local teams head west to chase a state title this…

Skijoring takes over Teton County Fairgrounds in Driggs for the weekend

February 24, 2024 5:30 PM Braydon Wilson

A Teton Valley Tradition has once again made its way to the Teton County Fairgrounds in Driggs. The Skijoring Grand races hosted by the Teton Valley…

24 local wrestlers and two teams score state championship victories in Pocatello

February 24, 2024 8:47 PM Eric Moon

Holt Arena was jumping for joy Saturday for the wrestling finals in the 2024 state tournaments, featuring a plethora of local…

Sports Line Friday Night: February 23rd, 2024

February 23, 2024 10:45 PM Eric Moon

Local wrestlers moved closer to winning state titles, Butte County and Grace boys basketball contested the 1AD1 High Desert Conference championship,…

Butte County takes down Grace 63-54 to win 1AD1 High Desert title and return to states

February 23, 2024 9:45 PM Eric Moon

The Butte County Pirates will play for a 1AD1 state championship this season, as Butte County took round three against Grace in the High Desert…

Idaho pushes for settlement with Feds on grizzly delisting

February 24, 2024 10:00 AM News Team

“This settlement provides both a deadline and legal direction for Idaho to avoid burdensome ESA regulations that are simply unnecessary for grizzly…

“We’ve got to stop this:” What Congressman Simpson is saying about the U.S. border crisis

February 23, 2024 6:02 PM Ashley Chilcutt

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson published an op-ed Thursday expressing frustration for the way the Biden Administration is handling the ongoing…

TCSAR volunteers stay busy with 2 rescues Thursday

February 23, 2024 10:57 AM News Team

Teton County Search and Rescue in Wyoming had a busy day…

Court hearings for suspects in Compass Academy parking lot murder are delayed

February 23, 2024 5:07 PM News Team

The two men arrested in a shooting incident at Compass Academy’s parking lot appeared in court Friday.…

Local wrestlers get closer to winning a championship at Day 1 of state tournaments

February 23, 2024 5:10 PM Eric Moon

A plethora of local wrestlers made the trek to Pocatello looking to win a state championship this weekend, with many making strides towards a title…

Hillcrest highschooler receives Congressional App Challenge Award

February 23, 2024 9:56 AM Ashley Chilcutt

Hillcrest High School junior Victoria Djidjev was awarded Friday with a certificate and congressional coin for her innovative app called…

Pocatello jury hears testimony about the horrific way Nori Jones died in Brad Compher murder trial

February 23, 2024 4:36 PM Linda Larsen

Day three of testimony in the Brad Compher Murder trial continued Friday with expert medical witnesses taking the…

Race involving juvenile driver ends in collision on 25th E and John Adams, backs up traffic

February 23, 2024 2:24 PM Travis Richards

A drag race between two cars ended near the intersection of John Adams Parkway and 25th E (Hitt Road) in Idaho Falls with a collision early Friday…

Blackfoot hires Declo’s Josh Stewart as next head football coach

February 23, 2024 3:11 PM Eric Moon

Blackfoot High School hired Declo Head Football Coach Josh Stewart Friday to take over for Jerrod Ackley, the school announced on the Blackfoot…

Missing man found safe

February 19, 2024 2:31 PM News Team

The Rigby Police Department reports Ronan Hogan has been located and is…

Portneuf Heart & Vascular Institute hosts Heart Ball on Saturday

February 23, 2024 10:24 AM Cole Sams

In celebration of 20 years of proving high quality heart care in the region, Portneuf Heart & Vascular Institute is inviting the community to…

New LEGO store to open in Ammon

February 23, 2024 5:42 AM Conner Nuckols

A new store is taking people back in time, to remember the joy of spending a day playing with Legos.…

Local mother shares her family’s challenges to inspire others in new book

February 23, 2024 4:55 AM Kailey Galaviz

For the Ternus family, it’s all about finding the magic in the journey, no matter how…

Pocatello tops Preston again 58-46 to win district title and punch its ticket to states

February 22, 2024 10:00 PM Eric Moon

Pocatello makes a thunderous return to the 4A state tournament thanks to a 58-46 victory over Preston to win the 4A South East Idaho…

Hillcrest dominates Shelley 75-45 to win 4A High Country title and return to states

February 22, 2024 9:50 PM Eric Moon

The back-to-back 4A state champs are back in the dance thanks to a third straight district championship, as Hillcrest took care of business against…

Pocatello jury hears testimony, gets first look at police video in Brad Compher murder trial

February 22, 2024 11:42 AM Linda Larsen

Testimony is continuing Thursday in the Brad Compher murder…