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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…

Chad Daybell’s lawyer worried about trial’s timing to schedule expert witnesses

February 22, 2024 5:00 AM News Team

Chad Daybell is expected to be in court Thursday morning for a pre-trial conference. The hearing will determine if his jury trial is ready to begin…

American Falls to begin flushing, inspecting sewer lines citywide

February 22, 2024 6:25 PM News Team

The American Falls City Water and Wastewater Department is getting ready to start flushing and inspecting the sewer lines…

Idaho State and Head Football Coach Cody Hawkins Agree to Five-Year Contract Extension

February 22, 2024 4:08 PM Eric Moon

Idaho State Football’s bench boss is sticking around for a few more years, as Cody Hawkins signed a five-year extension through 2029 with the Bengals…

Skier injured after cornice breaks beneath him near Grand Targhee Ski Resort

February 22, 2024 3:04 PM News Team

A Washington skier is recovering after cornice breaks beneath him causing him to fall 100 feet in the backcountry near Grand Targhee Ski…

Middle and high school students get hands-on STEM learning at ISU

February 22, 2024 3:03 PM Noah Farley

“To have folks actually apply science, do it instead of just reading about it—that makes all the difference in…

February is Career and Technical Education month

February 22, 2024 11:52 AM Seth Ratliff

February is Career and Technical Education month in Idaho to raise awareness of CTE programs and the role they play in college and career success.…

How a construction shortage is fueling the cost of housing in Idaho

February 22, 2024 11:10 AM Ashley Chilcutt

A national construction worker shortage is one of several factors behind Idaho’s rapid increase in housing costs, alongside the growing population…

Man arrested for using tractor to damage property, farm equipment

February 22, 2024 12:14 PM News Team

A 39-year-old Challis man is in the Bonneville County Jail for felony burglary and malicious injury to property…

90% of senior citizens prefer to stay home – Resources to help independent baby boomers

February 22, 2024 11:50 AM Kailey Galaviz, Jeff Roper

As you get older and watch your parents or grandparents get older, you may be looking for resources to help them…

Why it is important to keep up with skincare in the winter

February 22, 2024 10:56 AM Kailey Galaviz

The winter can be tough on our bodies, especially our…

Chimney catches fire causing minimal damage

February 22, 2024 10:23 AM Kailey Galaviz

If you saw smoke Thursday morning near Tautphaus Park in Idaho Falls, that’s because a chimney caught fire inside a…

Witness in the Brad Compher trial describes the scene when Nori Jones’ body was found

February 21, 2024 8:24 PM Linda Larsen

Opening arguments began in the murder trial of Brad Compher. He is the man charged with the murder of Nori Jones nearly 20 years ago in…

D91’s amended budget is nearly $11 million more than original budget

February 20, 2024 5:16 PM Noah Farley

“The school board and the district are both more aware and more familiar with the budget, what’s been allocated where, and know how to watch it and…

Idaho Falls police are excited to have “all departments under one roof” as building continues for new headquarters

February 20, 2024 4:50 PM Braydon Wilson

The new Idaho Falls Police Station is getting closer to being finished. While the outer building is done, there’s still work left to do…

Man pleads not guilty for accessory to murder

February 20, 2024 10:38 AM Kailey Galaviz

The second man facing charges for the murder of Morey Pelton has pleaded not…

“Teton County leadership is infected by corrupt officials,” says resident – Lawsuit says Teton County commissioners conspired to oust former fire chief

February 20, 2024 3:23 PM Seth Ratliff

Tim Rieser of Jackson Hole, Wyoming believes two Teton County commissioners broke the law during the controversial ousting of former Fire and EMS…

“It’s okay to grieve” – How to cope with the loss of a pet on ‘National Love your Pet Day’

February 20, 2024 10:45 AM Kailey Galaviz

Tuesday is National Love your Pet Day – A day dedicated to show extra affection to those furry companions. But it may be difficult for those who…

Chad Daybell’s lawyer asks for delay in upcoming trial

February 19, 2024 3:57 PM News Team

Could the upcoming trial of Chad Daybell in Ada County be delayed…

“The state GOP doesn’t have clean hands in this” says Dan Cravens – Bingham County Republicans react to court ruling

February 19, 2024 6:50 PM Seth Ratliff

The legal back and forth between the Bingham County Republican Central Committee and the Idaho GOP is costing thousands of dollars, and costs could…

Man steals car with juvenile inside

February 19, 2024 9:30 AM News Team

A man is in jail for stealing a car with a juvenile inside it Friday…

Shelley, Snake River, Bear Lake, and Grace Celebrate Girls Basketball State Championships

February 19, 2024 3:16 PM Eric Moon

It was a weekend to remember for four local girls basketball teams in the Boise area, because Shelley, Snake River, Bear Lake, and Grace all brought…

Girl Scout cookies are coming back!

February 19, 2024 1:17 PM Kailey Galaviz

America’s favorite cookies are making a comeback in Eastern…

Idaho ranks sixth in biggest reading score drop from 2019 to 2022

February 19, 2024 11:35 AM Noah Farley

“About a third [of parents] are worried and concerned about the long term impacts of the pandemic on…their child’s…

Tibbitts resigns from Ammon City Council, mayor seeks replacement

February 19, 2024 11:29 AM News Team

The City of Ammon is looking to fill an empty seat on the city…

Idaho gas prices on the rise

February 19, 2024 11:14 AM News Team

Average gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 8.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.96/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…

Mental Health Monday: The epidemic of loneliness

February 19, 2024 11:34 AM Kailey Galaviz

Loneliness and isolation are now considered and epidemic by the U.S. Surgeon General’s…

#3 Rhidge Barela dribbles in Highland's win

Highland edges past Thunder Ridge 44-42 to advance to 5A High Country championship

February 18, 2024 11:41 AM Cole Sams

After losing to Thunder Ridge earlier this week, the Highland Rams boys basketball team got their revenge on Saturday with a narrow win over the…

Sugar-Salem defeats South Fremont 57-30 on Saturday

Sugar-Salem keeps season alive with over South Fremont 57-30

February 18, 2024 11:34 AM Cole Sams

The Sugar-Salem boys basketball team kept their season alive on Saturday with a victory over South Fremont…

Idaho defeats Idaho State 49-48 on Saturday

Idaho State falls in heartbreaker to Idaho 49-48

February 18, 2024 11:50 AM Cole Sams

The Idaho State women’s basketball team is on a cold streak, losing to Idaho 49-48 on Saturday night for their fifth loss in a…

Four Local Girls Basketball Teams Bring Home State Championships

February 17, 2024 10:49 PM Eric Moon

Shelley, Snake River, Bear Lake, and Grace are all girls basketball state champions in…

Girls Basketball State Semifinals Recap

February 16, 2024 11:06 PM Eric Moon

At least three local teams will win a state championship Saturday, and as many as four titles could belong to East…

TSA discovers 2 firearms in 3 days at IDA security checkpoint

February 16, 2024 1:14 PM News Team

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) have intercepted two guns this week during routine X-ray…

Student makes threat against Taylorview Middle School

February 16, 2024 12:37 PM News Team

A potential safety threat at Taylorview Middle School forced administrators to lock the doors as a precaution.…

Judge: Bingham County Republicans failed to follow State GOP rules in electing new chairman

February 16, 2024 5:52 PM News Team

A Bingham County Judge released a decision in a civil case between the Bingham County Republican Central Committee and the Idaho Republican Party.…

Avalanche infrastructure maintenance will cause traffic delays in Hoback Canyon

February 16, 2024 3:46 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Transportation crews will be performing some maintenance on the avalanche infrastructure in the Hoback Canyon…

Judge orders Trump and his companies to pay $355 million in New York civil fraud case

February 16, 2024 1:30 PM Associated Press

A New York judge ordered Donald Trump and his companies on Friday to pay $355 million, finding they engaged in a yearslong scheme to dupe banks and…

Red Cross: Communities urged to give blood as winter threat continues

February 13, 2024 9:41 AM Emma Valentine

The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood now to continue to strengthen the national blood supply this month.…

Local nature photos hit Art Museum of Eastern Idaho

February 16, 2024 11:46 AM Evan Thomason

The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is showcasing some of the best career photos from Thomas…

Mountain lion sightings increase in Idaho and Utah

February 16, 2024 11:49 AM Noah Farley

Never run away from a mountain lion. The lion’s instinct is to chase and ultimately catch what it perceives as potential…

Fatal crash south of Jackson

February 16, 2024 12:37 PM News Team

A 31-year-old man was killed in a crash involving a Ford F-550 pickup truck and a Wyoming Department of Transportation 2014 Mack plow truck on…

Jazz Big Band Dance this weekend

February 16, 2024 10:13 AM Kailey Galaviz

A pair of Jazz bands is taking over The Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls for the annual Jazz Big Band…

Idaho Falls Temple partially evacuated

February 16, 2024 8:30 AM Dylan Carder

The temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was partially evacuated Friday…

Girls Basketball State Tournaments First Round Recap

February 15, 2024 10:45 PM Eric Moon

Nine local teams are one step closer to winning a state championship after big first round wins…

Local News 8 investigates: Are pedestrian accidents on the rise in eastern Idaho?

February 15, 2024 5:34 PM Seth Ratliff

Are hit-and-run and pedestrian-involved incidents on the rise in Eastern…

Idaho Falls Zoo still mourns the loss of Aldabra tortoise

February 15, 2024 11:21 AM Evan Thomason

It is a time of mourning and grieving at the Idaho Falls…

Bannock commissioners to use neighboring county’s example to draft new solar farm ordinance

February 15, 2024 3:31 PM Ashley Chilcutt

Bannock County commissioners are looking at developing a solar farm ordinance similar to an ordinance used in Caribou County.…

US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon, Teton Pass to close Friday for avalanche control

February 15, 2024 2:51 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a few closures to do avalanche…

Athletes gear up for Special Olympics Friday

February 15, 2024 12:02 PM News Team

Some of the Idaho’s finest athletes are gearing up for the 2024 Idaho Winter Special…

ISU Civil Engineering leads research for earthquake-resistant bridges

February 15, 2024 11:50 AM Noah Farley

“The connections between the elements are crucial for seismic resiliency. They must be strong enough to resist forces and deformations during an…

Wyoming standoff ends over 24 hours later with authorities killing suspect in officer’s death

February 15, 2024 11:03 AM Associated Press

A man suspected of fatally shooting a police officer was shot to death after a more than 24-hour standoff at a home in northern…