Retired Idahoan warns of modern-day “dust bowl” in eastern Idaho
After an unseasonably dry winter, a City of Parker resident is claiming the region is currently in the grip of a modern-day Dust Bowl. He estimates…
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Mental health incident triggers evacuation at Jackson Albertsons
The Albertsons grocery store on Buffalo Way in Jackson, Wyoming, was evacuated Monday afternoon after police were forced to subdue a person…
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Idaho Falls pastor returns home after harrowing escape from Israel-Iran conflict zone
What began as a spiritual journey to the Holy Land quickly transformed into a desperate mission for survival. Alicia Ramos, an Idaho Falls pastor, is…
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Meeting Reptiles at Jungle Retreat with Snake River Doodles Traveling Animals
Snake River Doodles Traveling Animals are back, bringing exotic reptiles to the community of Pocatello. Today they hosted their “Wild Animal…
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Spring Frenzy Market at Rigby Middle School Draws Hundreds
Hundreds of craft-goers flocked to Rigby Middle School today for the Spring Frenzy Market. The annual craft fair comes just in time for customers to…
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Portneuf Valley Swim Meet Takes Over Reed Gym Pool
For the first time in six years, the Reed Gym Pool was buzzing with activity from the Portneuf Valley Swim Team. They hosted a USA…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Madison State Champion Wrestlers – Mar. 5, 2026
In this week’s Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week segment, I went to Madison High School to speak with some state champion…
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Daylight Saving Time is here, and Doctors say even losing one hour can harm health
Springing forward this weekend might feel routine, but medical experts say even losing one hour of sleep can still take a serious toll on people’s…
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Idaho lawmaker aims to shield customers from rising power rates tied to data centers
Data centers — like the massive one under construction by Meta in Kuna — are popping up across the country, supporting services like artificial…
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Idaho Iranians call for restoration of Shah, freedom, and ‘natural friendship between Persians and Americans’
As tensions continue between Iran and the United States, members of Idaho’s Iranian community are sharing their personal histories, revealing a…
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Camera store hit by thieves, Police seek public help
Idaho Falls Police are investigating a burglary at the Perfect Light Camera store on 17th Street.…
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ITD reports multiple snowplow strikes in southeast Idaho despite mild winter
“Snowplows are out there to keep roads safe and passable, but they need space to do their job,” states the post. “Please slow down, stay alert, and…
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Off-duty firefighters awarded state’s highest honor for heroic canal rescue
Two local firefighters are being recognized with the state’s highest commendation for their selfless actions during a harrowing water rescue late…
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Fast-Acting Crews Save Teton County Transfer Station from Multi-Vehicle Fire
Two semi-trucks and a pickup truck are a total loss after a large fire outside the Teton County Transfer Station Tuesday night. But the quick…
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Driggs leadership seeks suspects after Illegal waste dump nearly overwhelms pumping station
Driggs city leadership is asking for the public’s help after a huge illegal dumping incident threatened the city’s sewer system.
“Illegal…
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Chubbuck cheers for chicken fingers: Raising Cane’s announces official opening
CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI)— The wait for the “One Love” in East Idaho is nearly over. Raising Cane’s has officially announced that its newest…
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Barrasso, Lummis applaud NRC approval of TerraPower’s Kemmerer advanced nuclear plant
U.S. Senators for Wyoming are applauding the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for officially issuing a construction permit for TerraPower’s…
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Bomb Squad Investigating: Bannock County shop explosion hospitalizes local man
The Idaho Falls Bomb Squad team is currently on the scene of a small explosion in Bannock County that sent a middle-aged man to the hospital with…
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Teen sentenced to 60 years for murder of Blackfoot mother
The young man charged with the fatal shooting of a Blackfoot mother in her home last year will spend up to the next six decades behind…
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Local man charged with possession of child pornography after arrest uncovers illicit messages with Kentucky Minor
A 27-year-old Madison County man is in custody after a routine traffic stop led Madison County Sheriff’s Deputies to a cache of child…
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Boise woman to remain in custody following stolen ambulance crash
A Boise woman accused of crashing a stolen ambulance into a medical office building and attempting to set it on fire must remain behind bars pending…
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Chamber CEO: State budget gaps and “leadership deficit” threaten local businesses
The Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is warning of a dual threat to local Idaho Falls business leaders, citing a looming state budget deficit and a…
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Pomerelle’s new owners: Longtime manager Zack Alexander purchases Mountain Resort
Ownership of the Pomerelle Mountain Resort is changing hands, but the “mom and pop” spirit of the Southern Idaho skiing staple isn’t going…
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Psychic TikTok influencer ordered to pay $10M in damages for false Moscow murders claims
On Friday, Feb. 27, a federal jury decided that a TikTok influencer is liable for $10 million in damages after the defendant wrongfully accused a…
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Taylor Aughenbaugh pleads guilty in 2024 Compass Academy shooting
Taylor Aughenbaugh, the man charged in the 2024 Compass Academy parking lot shooting, pleaded guilty yesterday in Bonneville County Court as part of…
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‘A Bittersweet Moment’: Idaho’s Iranian community reacts to death of Supreme Leader
The Middle East stands at a historic crossroads following a series of massive U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Saturday. The strikes, which claimed the…
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What Iran’s conflict could mean for Idaho’s gas prices
Gas prices in Idaho are on the rise, and while increases are typical this time of year, experts say tensions involving Iran are adding extra pressure…
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Idaho Falls couple stranded in Dubai following Iranian strikes
An Idaho Falls couple is stranded in Dubai during a service trip after Iranian retaliatory strikes paralyzed air travel across the Middle East. The…
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Protecting What Works: Medicaid Expansion in Idaho Town Hall Discusses Possible Repeal
State legislators, panelists and community members met today at the Chubbuck City Hall for a forum titled “Protecting What Works: Medicaid Expansion…
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Town Hall to address future of Medicaid expansion in Idaho
Nearly two-thirds of Idaho voters approved Medicaid expansion, but local leaders say that coverage is now at…
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Idaho Falls opens all 3 golf courses for the season on Saturday
Golfers in Idaho Falls are getting an early start to the season thanks to one of the mildest winters in recent memory. Sage Lakes, Pinecrest, and…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Spencer Van Orden – Feb. 26, 2026
In this week’s episode of Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week, we introduce you to Spencer Van Orden, a track star at Highland…
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Wind-driven embers started Baker Country Market fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the…
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Athlete’s Inspiring Encounter with Young Fan
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — For Paralympic gold medalist Hunter Woodhall and Olympic champion Tara Davis-Woodhall, the Simplot Games changed their…
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Idaho Democratic Chair slams Trump’s State of the Union, targets Little’s reelection bid
Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea issued a response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday, accusing the…
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Rexburg native loses contact with family caught in “El Mencho” fallout in Mexico
Violence has erupted across several areas in Mexico, and there are still a lot of unknowns about what’s going on. A local Rexburg woman tells…
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Beyond the Books: Upcoming Elections
Idaho Districts lean heavily Republican, so in some races a win in the May Primary could send the victor straight to the…
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Idaho lawmakers face backlash following “brownface” display at Idaho House Committee hearing
The following article contains descriptions of an incident involving “brownface” and the use of racial stereotypes during a public legislative…
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Idaho Falls Fire Department responds to fire at Staybridge Suites hotel
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Staybridge Hotel around 8…
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Local LEGO Robotics Team Heads to Nationals
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A local robotics team, Team PACK-Man, has gathered steam after winning both regional and state-level competitions.…
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Legislators wade into hot topics at Town Hall
“Systematic change in a big state government with a $5 billion budget is not an easy thing to do.”
Budgets cuts, education and housing prices were…
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“What small-town America is all about;” Neighbors help clean up after landmark fire
Local News 8 is learning more about the Baker Country Market in Salmon that went up in flames over the weekend.…
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Judge delays change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Aughenbaugh
A Bonneville County judge on Monday postponed a planned change-of-plea hearing for Taylor Allen Aughenbaugh after prosecutors could not confirm that…
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Local Girl Scouts visit the studio to talk about cookies
Troop 1023, one of Idaho Falls’ newest Girl Scout Troops, visited the studio live this morning. This troop includes mostly has Daisy’s (the youngest)…
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Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Island Park, 3 others survive
A Minnesota man was killed after being buried in an avalanche in the Keg Springs area west of Island Park on…
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The Barefoot Runner: Jackson Laird Stuns at Simplot Games
The Simplot Games are the pinnacle athletic event in Pocatello every year, with athletes coming from around the world to compete. The athletes train…
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City of Idaho Falls warns of utility bill phishing scam targeting residents
The City of Idaho Falls is warning community members about an email phishing scam in which scammers are posing as the city in an attempt to steal…
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Madison County Sheriff’s Office seeking information on ‘reckless’ motorcyclist
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a “reckless” motorcyclist who fled from an attempted traffic stop on…
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Mass layoffs reported at Blackfoot’s Spudnik, Company releases letter confirming job cuts
One of Idaho’s most prominent agricultural manufacturers is cutting back its workforce. In a letter posted to the official Spudnik Facebook page,…
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IDOC searching for 40-year-old who allegedly fled supervised parole
The Idaho Department of Correction is searching for a convicted felon who failed to report to his parole officer earlier this month.
Kenyon King,…
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IFPD investigating suspected planned murder-suicide on Rainier Street
The Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) is investigating an apparent murder-suicide after two bodies were discovered at a home in the 1700 block of…
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Dry winter leaves Idaho landscapers shoveling for profits
Many Idaho landscapers depend on snow to keep business going, and this winter has made that…
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Skyline and Idaho Falls students join statewide walkout over ICE actions
Students from Skyline and Idaho Falls High Schools walked out of class Thursday afternoon, joining a statewide wave of youth-led protests against…
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Big wheels, big dreams: Rigby High students drive tractors to school for FFA
This morning, Feb. 19, around a dozen tractors made their way to Rigby High School, all driven by students. It’s the 8th annual Partnership with…
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KIFI 65 Years: Weather tech and forecasting in the early days of broadcasting
Since the very start of KIFI’s 65 years of broadcasting, weather reports and forecasts have been a fixture of our live broadcasts.
From a simple…
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ITD approves $10 million to replace damaged Riverton Road Bridge; Construction starts this Spring
Work will begin this spring with the demolition of the old bridge. The new bridge is expected to be completed this…
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State Trooper Warns Against the Dangers of Distracted Driving
For a state trooper, the difference between a routine traffic stop and a life-altering tragedy is often a matter of “inches and…
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Inside Peek Into the New Water Tower
Image courtesy of the City of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Falls skyline looks a lot different now that the old water tower…
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Idaho Falls Catholics commemorate Ash Wednesday
“Ash Wednesday is really the the kickoff to Lent,” said Valerie Finnigan, an Idaho Falls Catholic. “… We’re all to come together in sackcloth and…
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F-16s may soon replace A-10s at Gowen Field — environmental impact analysis underway
The A-10 Thunderbolt II, affectionately known as the ‘Warthog’, has been flying out of Gowen Field for three decades.
“It’s the longest serving…
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Victims Identified in Sunday Night Stabbing; Suspect in Custody
Following the arrest of their alleged attacker, authorities have identified the victims of a violent Sunday night stabbing. The victims have been…
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New Pocatello program aims to help those with special needs during emergency response
The City of Pocatello is launching a new tool to help first responders support individuals with special needs during an emergency…
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Anthrax cases in Idaho livestock raises concerns, risk to public remains low
A recent anthrax outbreak in southern Idaho livestock has triggered concern among residents, but a local veterinarian says the risk to the general…
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High winds and icy winter conditions lead to multiple crashes across Southeast Idaho Tuesday
A combination of strong winds and icy roads made for a hectic and dangerous morning on the roads, and tomorrow, Wednesday February 18th, we could see…
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TRAVEL UPDATE: Area highways reopen after icy roads force closures
A winter storm that brought high winds and snow is causing icy roads and power outages across the region on Tuesday…
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Blackfoot hosts Powerlifting Competition to help fundraise for new equipment
Powerlifitng isn’t as well known as a lot of high school sports, but more students are getting into the action and the local interest is…
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From Idaho peaks to ocean deeps, local photos head undersea
Area photographers are looking forward to some of their photographs being displayed in the USS Idaho.
The commissioning of the new Navy submarine is…
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A star-spangled celebration: Dignitaries read Declaration of Independence at local courthouse
“In the Declaration of Independence, along with the powers that are given to the people, the government rests with us,” said Jon Walker, a…
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ISU President Speaks on Major Changes to the University
Idaho State University is facing a difficult time as statewide budget cuts to higher education have forced the administration to make decisions which…
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Lookout Credit Union donates $125,000 for Ammon park upgrades
Lookout Credit Union is donating $125,000 to the City of Ammon to fund a new playground in McCowin Park. The investment aims to modernize the…
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Throwback Thursday: Love at Local News 8
While romance can spark anywhere, sometimes it begins in the most unexpected places, even at work. At Local News 8, love has quietly grown behind the…
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Idaho Olympian Breezy Johnson Caps Gold Medal Run with an Engagement
Victor, Idaho’s golden girl, is returning home from the Olympics with more than just a gold medal!
Just days after clinching a gold medal in the…
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Early morning attic fire damages Idaho Falls home
A home on the west side of Idaho Falls was heavily damaged Thursday morning after a fire broke out in the attic. According to the Idaho Falls Fire…
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Idaho SNAP Changes: Candy and Soda Ban Takes Effect This Weekend
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is reminding SNAP recipients about a major change that takes effect this weekend. Beginning February 15th,…
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Pickup ends up in Snake River after driver swerves to avoid deer
A 56-year-old driver is recovering after an early-morning encounter with wildlife left his pickup truck in a dry channel of the Snake River…
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ISU Laid-Off Employees Weigh in on Statewide Budget Cuts
It’s the talk of the town in Pocatello- the statewide budget cuts leading to a complete structural and organizational redesign at Idaho State…
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Portneuf Urgent Care Opens Second Location in Chubbuck
Portneuf Urgent Care opened their second location near the Walmart in Chubbuck this morning with a ribbon cutting.…
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Multi-Semi Crash Shuts Down US-26 Near Palisades Reservoir
A crash involving multiple semi-trucks has brought traffic along US-26 near the Palisades Reservoir to a screeching halt. According to the Idaho…
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Overturned semi between Alpine and Jackson; First Responders on scene
First responders are on the scene of an overturned semi along US-89/26 from Alpine to Jackson, Wyoming.
The Alpine Wyoming Fire Department responded…
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ACLU files class action lawsuit, alleging civil rights abuses and agressive force in Wilder immigration Raid
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a class action lawsuit following the controversial immigration raid in Wilder, Idaho, last year.…
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Idaho Earns Failing Grade for Cell Phone Use in Schools
Idaho recently received a D grade for its policies on cell phone use in schools from a coalition that includes the Becca Schmill Foundation,…
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Idaho death row inmate Erick Hall dies of natural causes
Erick Hall, the convicted murderer behind two of Idaho’s most notorious cold cases, will not face the state’s execution chamber. The Idaho…
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Bannock County announces property tax relief Open Houses for eligible residents
The Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program, formerly known as the “circuit breaker,” helps lower property taxes for qualifying Idahoans, including…
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Gas Feuds: Utah-Idaho conflict simmering over proposed gasoline export tax
“I think that Utah will find some sanity and pull back,” Idaho Speaker of the House Mike Moyle said. “But we’ll see because if they don’t, we in…
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A ‘dead bill’ and a close shave, local stylists push back against reduced licensing hours
A controversial bill meant to eliminate barriers to education for cosmetology licensing is going to have to go back to the drawing…
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Idaho AG issues urgent warning over new jail bond scam
The Idaho attorney general’s office is warning families about a new scam targeting people with loved ones in jail.
“These scammers target…
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Skyline football’s Zyan Crockett commits to Idaho State University Bengals
It was an emotional night at Skyline High School, as standout Skyline football player Zyan Crockett signed his letter of intent to play football at…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Londyn Williams – Feb. 5, 2026
In this installment of our Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week, we go to Shelley, where Junior Londyn Williams is providing a…
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‘Roger’s Revue: Drawn to Music’ features songs from your favorite animated shows
Bright lights and songs from your favorite animated movies will be on the stage this weekend at the Frontier Center for the Performing…
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Female driver killed in collision with semi-truck near Sugar City
Madison County Sheriff’s Deputies are on the scene of a fatal crash near Sugar City, thats closed a portion of U.S. Highway 20.
The crash took…
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Former IFFD Captain Johan Olson selected as new Fire Chief
“Chief Olson brings years of prior experience at the Idaho Falls Fire Department, combined with broad leadership experience and a clear commitment…
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Free potatoes available at Sunnyside Elementary School fundraiser
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Sunnyside Elementary is hosting a fundraiser today that gives community members a chance to support local students while…
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Two arrested on felony drug charges after Tuesday’s police chase along I-15
A high-speed chase from Blackfoot to Idaho Falls ended in a crash and two arrests Tuesday after a wanted man allegedly fled a rest area to avoid a…
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65 Years of Broadcasting: The Legacy of the KIFI Ski School
In 1947, a new era of winter recreation began on the Snake River Plain. Born as an offshoot of the Idaho Falls Ski Club, the KIFI Ski School was the…
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Aslett Foundation Plans to Expand Museum of Clean Building
The Aslett Clean World Foundation in Pocatello formed to carry on the legacy of Don Aslett, founder of the beloved Museum of Clean. Following his…
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Back to school with Adam Reader, “The Professor of Rock”
The hallways of Snake River High School have seen thousands of students come and go, but few return with a title quite like “Professor.”
Adam Reader…
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From Pocatello to the Grammys: How Jessica E. Jones Found Her Voice
Pocatello, ID (KIFI) In the world of opera — where careers are built over decades, and recognition is rare — Pocatello native Jessica E. Jones’…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Austin Arave – Jan. 31, 2026
Austin Arave is a senior on the Blackfoot basketball team. As of the writing of this article, Austin and the Broncos are 14-3 on the year. Ahead of…
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Peaceful vigil and pro-ICE protest in Rexburg
Two demonstrations took place in Rexburg on Saturday, drawing community members to the Madison County Courthouse for both a vigil and a separate…
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Anti-Ice Protests Sparked by Minnesota Fatalities Spread Across Eastern Idaho
Anti-ice protests were held in both Pocatello and Idaho Falls today. Hundreds lined the streets of both cities in protest against ICE activity,…
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