Idaho Walk Bike Alliance encourages Pocatellans to ditch their cars this week
The Idaho Walk Bike Alliance (IWBA) has partnered with national pedestrian-advocacy organization America Walks to bring a ‘Week Without Driving’ to…
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Kick off Fire Prevention Week at the IFFD’s annual block party
Next Monday, the Idaho Falls Fire Department is inviting the public to its annual Fire Prevention Block Party on Monday, September 29, 2025, from 5…
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Local indie film coming to theaters this week
“It’s so fun to finally see the fruits of what you’ve been working on and to share it with people finally. So I’m really excited for people to see…
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Global faith leader and medical trailblazer Russell M. Nelson dies at age 101
Communities worldwide are mourning the passing of Russell M. Nelson, the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a…
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Hillcrest pulls away late over Shelley, stay undefeated
The Hillcrest Knights continue their undefeated run, taking care of business on the road against the Shelley Russets 44-20. However, the Russets gave…
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Highland Dominates Pocatello in Blue and Black Bowl, 32-7
In the annual Blue and Black Bowl in Pocatello, Highland High School dominated over rivals Pocatello High School with a commanding 32-7 win.…
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Madison Bobcats Crush Thunder Ridge Titans 44-14
The Madison Bobcats dominated the Thunder Ridge Titans in Rexburg, winning 44-14. Quarterback Micah Dougherty’s speed option pitch to Brock Hammond…
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Ririe continues undefeated run with win over Firth
A conference opener for both teams, this game saw Ririe continue their bid for an undefeated season by defeating Firth handily 45 to 18. However, it…
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60th Emotion Bowl belongs to Skyline
On a night where emotions were high and the stands were packed, it was the Skyline Grizzlies that made sure the goalposts at Ravsten Stadium stayed…
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Community shows support for annual Emotion Bowl
“I think they’ve got a great chance. They’ve done really good. Been working really…
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Book sale held at Marshall Public Library
The Friends of Marshall Public Library held their seasonal book sale on…
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Foster care nonprofit gets major community support for Blackfoot upgrades
The Idaho Foster & Adoptive Parent Association (IDFAPA) recently received an $80,000 donation from AgWest Farm Credit to support renovations to the…
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Melaleuca employees take time to clean up Idaho Falls Riverwalk
A number of employees at Melaleuca got off work early Thursday to help with their third annual Snake River cleanup. Their goal is to provide walkers…
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Meat-ing the need: Local donors fill Power County Senior Center freezers
The Power County Senior Center has full freezers thanks to a 1,200-pound donation of meat from local…
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Local ballroom team to attend international ballroom awards ceremony in London
The Carl Alan Awards is an awards event held annually in the United Kingdom, to honor people who have made a significant contribution to the dance…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – September 25th – Aden Mora
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – This week, our Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the week is Aden Mora, a senior running back on the…
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“A safe ride every time” Child Passenger Safety week reminds parents to check car seats
It’s child passenger safety week, a time to make sure our young ones are getting to point A to point B…
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Arimo standoff comes to an end, with one suspect in custody
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office and SWAT are responding to an active critical incident in the area of Woodland and High Street in…
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Three decades later, Lava Hot Springs remembers the terrors of Ligertown
On September 20, 1995, just before sunset, the town’s tranquility was shattered by a single, sharp rifle crack. Lava Hot Springs was about to…
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Governor Little selects new representative for District 35A following Andrus’s departure
Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Michael Veile to the District 35 House Seat A, vacated by Kevin…
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Idaho Falls Fire Chief Duane Nelson announces retirement after nearly three decades of service
“Chief Nelson has dedicated his career to strengthening the safety of our local firefighters. He has focused on modernizing our department and…
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Air Idaho Rescue celebrates 35th anniversary
The team has transported thousands of patients across the region — from trauma cases to critical medical…
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From Sin City to the Gem State, Grand Teton Energy Systems opens in Rexburg
A Las Vegas company has moved its business to eastern Idaho. Grand Teton Energy Systems has begun manufacturing lithium-ion batteries in…
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Body of missing Ririe motorcyclist found near Heise
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said a missing motorcyclist’s body was found Wednesday morning near the Y intersection of Kelly Canyon Road…
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American Falls Reservoir is at 3% full and falling
The American Falls Reservoir is starting autumn on the low side, being only 3% full. The low water levels have exposed some of the American Falls’…
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Idaho Falls’ LDS Temple celebrates 80th anniversary of dedication
The Idaho Falls LDS Temple was dedicated 80 years ago on…
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Hiker dies after fall on Diamond Peak, Two others rescued
A hiking trip on Diamond Peak ended in tragedy last Saturday when a 52-year-old woman fell and disappeared from sight while descending the mountain…
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Historic groundbreaking for new power plant
“We are experiencing a real…nuclear renaissance, not only here in America, but on the entire…
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Governor Little creates new task force focused on nuclear energy
Governor Brad Little announced he signed an executive order to create the Idaho Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force.…
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Idaho Falls investigating the death of city worker
An Idaho Falls city worker died while they were on duty. City spokesperson Kimberly Felker said emergency responders were called to the scene on…
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Hundreds enjoy modern and classic cars at Shelley Spud Day Car Show
“You can’t go to the gas station or anywhere without somebody coming over, commenting on how much they like your truck,” Shipley said. “I can take…
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Madison gets back above .500 against Blackfoot
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Blackfoot Broncos hosted the Madison Bobcats tonight in Blackfoot, and it was Madison that came out on top and…
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Highland Rams take down the Titans at Thunder Ridge
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Highland Rams traveled north to Thunder Ridge High School tonight and took a 2 score victory over the Titans. It…
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Athlete of the Week: Ririe Bulldogs’ Kolter Lewis and Garrett Van Noy Power the Ririe Ground Game
The Ririe Bulldogs were charging into Week 5 with an undefeated 4-0 record, and this week, we’re excited to highlight two key players driving their…
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Century continues undefeated campaign against Shelley
SHELLEY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Century Diamondbacks took another win tonight to extend their undefeated season another week, this time against the…
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Idaho Falls vs. Bonneville: Bees Buzz Past Tigers
Bonneville’s halftime marching band set the stage, but the Bees stole the show in the second half against Idaho Falls. QB Jackston Briggs connected…
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Bannock County restores funding to Pocatello nonprofits after public outcry
Bannock County commissioners have taken action to restore some funding that was previously cut from Pocatello-area…
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Local experts urge parents to spot signs of trauma after viral murders
Two murders circulated on the internet, adults, teens, and even children were exposed to these…
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U-Pick Red Barn has soft opening with Special Needs Day
Visitors enjoyed riding the barn’s train, navigating the straw maze, and bouncing on the jumper…
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ISU hosting first ever ‘Bengal Street Party’ to finish off Celebration Week
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Idaho State University is ending ‘ISU Celebration Week’ with the first Bengal Street Party on Friday, September 19. Martin…
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Former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin advocates for accused in voter fraud case
On Wednesday, Local News 8 spoke with former Island Park Mayor Laurie Augustin, following the initial court appearance of Teara Galbraith, one of the…
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Idaho Falls School District 91 teachers ratify contract after months of negotiation
“I think a lot of the issues that we’ve had through these negotiations coming down to, the legislature. The district and the association would both…
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Pocatello Valley Montessori School hosts ‘Human-Powered Rodeo’ with Idaho Walk Bike Alliance Thursday
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store celebrates grand reopening after expansive renovations
“I am hoping that this is going to help us increase our revenue in the thrift store,” said Beth Huston, manager of the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift…
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Idaho Foodbank hosting “A Seat at the Table” fundraiser in Idaho Falls
The Idaho Foodbank provided 21 million meals worth of food in the last fiscal…
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Montana man charged in Island Park voter fraud case
Local News 8 can now confirm another Island Park property owner has been charged with voter fraud. That brings the total to…
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LDS Church donates 40,000 pounds of food to Pocatello pantries and schools
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stocked the shelves of Pocatello food pantries on Wednesday with a considerable…
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Pocatello Regional Airport runs training drill on Wednesday
The Pocatello Regional Airport conducted a live emergency exercise with the Pocatello Police Department, Pocatello Fire Department, and Portnuef…
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Small plane crashes into building near Rigby
A small plane crashed near a building in Rigby. The crash was reported after 11:30 a.m. on Holbrooke and Yellowstone Hwy.…
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UPDATE: US 20 lanes reopen after SUV and RV trailer crash near Rexburg
An accident involving an SUV and RV trailer crashed on US 20 near milepost 332.…
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Idaho Falls couple makes a splash with year-round swim lessons
“Water safety doesn’t stop. You might find yourself at a hotel pool or even in the wintertime around water. And so it’s just something that we…
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Driver airlifted to EIRMC following fiery Teton Pass crash
A hauler truck driver was hospitalized early Tuesday morning after their vehicle veered off Wyoming Highway 22 on the Teton Pass.
The incident…
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“I want our kids to choose to stay here” Gov. Brad Little addresses economic concerns, education and more
“There’s a certain group of our children that are always going to have the opportunity to go into higher education, but it has gotten, over time,…
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League of Women Voters set up shop at ISU for National Voter Registration Day event
The League of Women Voters of Pocatello set up voter registration stations at the Pond Student Union building and Eli M. Oboler Library at Idaho…
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Idaho Falls pizza shop says social media blew customer dispute out of proportion, will reopen Thursday
A local pizza shop, Pie Hole, has temporarily closed its doors, citing online threats, after a dispute involving a customer wearing a MAGA hat blew…
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Pocatello horse-based therapy program hosting fundraiser event with celebrity guest Wednesday
Bridle Up Hope, a non-profit equestrian-based therapy and self-esteem building program, is hosting ‘A Night of Hope’ fundraiser event with food, live…
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Addiction and mental health recovery festival coming up Friday
“The biggest step is to make that phone call or show up somewhere and ask for help, and that’s always very honored when someone has the strength to…
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BYU-Idaho’s 25th year marked by record enrollment
Brigham Young University-Idaho is celebrating a record-breaking fall semester with an overall enrollment of 25,000 students. This milestone includes…
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75-year-old Ammon man killed in motorcycle crash near Fremont County
A 75-year-old man from Ammon is dead following a motorcycle crash on Saturday morning near Island Park.
According to the Idaho State Police, the…
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Elk mating season begins: Outdoor enthusiasts urged to use caution
Some people might hear elk bugling off in the distance, which sounds like high-pitched screaming. Bulls make these sounds to attract female elk and…
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Overturned fuel trailer causes delays on US-91 south of Idaho Falls
An overturned fuel trailer is causing partial traffic delays on U.S. Highway 91, just north of Shelley, near the Bingham and Bonneville County line.…
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Lights, Camera, Science: Local students featured in national science education video
Students at William Thomas Middle School recently had a unique opportunity to showcase their science skills on a national stage. A film crew from…
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Blackfoot takes 4 score victory over Pocatello
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Blackfoot Broncos overpower the Pocatello Thunder on Friday night, coming away with a 41-12 victory. Coming into the…
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Century takes 9 point victory over Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Tigers came into this game searching for their first win since September 13th of last year, their and first home…
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Dr. Jeff Meldrum, beloved ISU professor and renowned “Bigfoot” expert, dies at 65
Meldrum was a pillar and the longest serving member of the university’s Department of Biological Sciences, where he had taught since 1993. Beyond the…
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Bringing Shakespeare to Life: ISU blends tech and humanities in new VR project
Idaho State University is bringing classical literature to life in a new way. Professors and students from the English and Computer Science…
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Protest over Perez shooting draws small crowd, demands police reform
A small group of Pocatello residents gathered for a community protest Tuesday, demanding police reform and increased accountability following the…
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IDWR issues September methodology order, Idaho farmers avoid new water restrictions despite dry summer
Farmers across Idaho can breathe a sigh of relief as the state’s water officials have announced that no new water restrictions are needed this year,…
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Memorial Stair Climb at ISU honors 9/11 First Responders
Participants climbed the equivalent of 110 flights of stairs, the same number first responders climbed up the World Trade…
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New 9/11 monument revealed in Ammon
On September 11, 2025, the Bonneville County Fire Department, in collaboration with Heroes Defense, unveiled a poignant 9/11 memorial in Ammon,…
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The Wild West in Action: Mounted Shooting gallops into Rigby Saturday
The Gem State Showdown, a thrilling display of cowboy mounted shooting, is galloping into Rigby, Idaho, this Saturday, September 13. Hosted by the…
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FBI offers $100,000 reward in Charlie Kirk murder investigation, releases photos of person of interest
A manhunt is still underway for the shooter who killed prominent conservative influencer/activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk on Wednesday at an…
Continue Reading Deputies recover body of Rexburg man who fled into Snake River
The body of a 41-year-old Rexburg man was discovered in the Snake River on Wednesday night, three days after he allegedly fled from deputies and…
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New details in Fremont County voter fraud case: FBI’s early involvement confirmed in court docs
New court documents in the ongoing Fremont County voter fraud case reveal that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been involved in the…
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Three more charged in Fremont County voter fraud case, Island Park Mayor denies city involvement in investigation
The voter fraud investigation in Fremont County has expanded. Local News 8 has now confirmed through court records that authorities have charged…
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“Light the World” initiative arrives in southeast Idaho
This year, residents of Pocatello, Rexburg, and Idaho Falls have a new way to give back for the upcoming holiday season. For the first time ever, the…
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Idaho AG and Secretary of State not involved in local voter fraud case; family members defend accused
A new development in an alleged voter fraud case in Fremont County has shed some light on the jurisdictional lines between local and state…
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Local News 8 Investigates: 7 arrested for voter fraud in Fremont County
On August 28, seven individuals were arrested in Fremont County on felony charges of voter fraud and perjury related to the May 2023 election. The…
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Skyline, Blackfoot go back and forth early, Grizzlies pull away for win
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – This game entered halftime moments after Skyline QB John Giannini ran one into the endzone himself to tie this game up…
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2025 Civil War ends in dominant win for Hillcrest
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Hillcrest Knights have now won 11 Civil War match-ups. The final score was indicative of a blowout, but the first…
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Plans to improve US-20 in the works
“Because we know that area right in town in Idaho Falls is so busy, it has been on our radar for many years already to make a very large scale…
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SEICAA making fundraising push to support essential local programs through the end of the year
The Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SIECAA) is making a final fundraising push through their ‘Hand Up’ donation campaign through the last…
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Conservation groups celebrating Idaho state insect through the month of September
The Portneuf Pollinator Partnership and Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust are highlighting the Monarch Butterfly, Idaho’s official state insect, in…
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ITD to host Open House for US-20 improvements
“We know this route needs improvements and have been very focused on working towards them,” ITD District Engineer Jason Minzghor said. “We’re…
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Burley man dies in rollover crash on Highway 81 north of Malta
A 30-year-old man from Burley died last night in a single-vehicle rollover crash on State Highway 81, just north of Malta.
The crash happened around…
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American Falls man hospitalized with “life-threatening injuries” after stabbing incident
An American Falls man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a stabbing late Wednesday night.
Police were called to the Grand…
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Transgender student at center of major Supreme Court appeal withdraws her case
Lindsay Hecox, a 24-year-old senior at Boise State University told the high court that she is dismissing her case – and, in an unusual move, she…
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Fair food that’s surprisingly fair to your diet
The food at the Eastern Idaho State Fair is one of the things that draws people back every year. From cheeseburgers and nachos to deep-fried…
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“A long road of litigation ahead”: Attorneys for Victor Perez family to continue with civil suit after AG declines to press charges against officers
While the four officers have been cleared of criminal charges for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Victor Perez, an autistic teenager with cerebral…
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Falls Valley Elementary unveils new secure entry to enhance student safety
In a move to improve student and staff safety, Bonneville Joint School District 93 cut the ribbon on a new office and security entry to Falls Valley…
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Officers in Victor Perez Shooting will not face criminal charges, Pocatello Mayor responds
Following an investigation by the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Task Force, the Idaho Attorney General’s Office has determined that the four…
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“I was in shock”: New video shows terrifying moment bridge collapses in Shoshone Ice Caves
Three people are recovering today after a bridge collapsed inside the popular Shoshone Ice Caves north of Twin Falls last night.
Lincoln County…
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House panel releases tranche of Epstein files as controversy looms large over Congress’ return to Washington
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released tens of thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related files it had received from the Justice Department, as…
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Edson Fichter talks return to Pocatello this September
The annual ‘Edson Fichter Talks’ lecture series is back, bringing a month of free community lectures to Pocatello every Wednesday in…
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“I ask that they forgive me.” Luis Garcia-Diaz sentenced to 30 years for US 20 DUI crash that killed six
Luis Garcia-Diaz, 27, was sentenced to a maximum of 30 years in prison today for a deadly drunk driving crash that killed six people last year on…
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Senior support organization accepting donations to fill mobility needs of local people
The Area V Agency on Aging in Pocatello is looking for donations of mobility equipment and other home-care supplies to stock their in-house…
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Crews gain ground on Willow Creek Fire, 40% contained
Firefighters have made good progress on the Willow Creek Fire, which is now 40% contained. The fire, located about three miles south of Smoot,…
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Truck loses its load of straw on East 25th Street in Idaho Falls
A truck carrying straw bales lost its load Tuesday morning on East 25th Street just south of John Adams…
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Plane makes emergency landing in Power County wheat field
A plane with three people aboard made an emergency landing in a wheat field in the Aborn Valley south of Pauline after experiencing mechanical…
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AAA Idaho reminds drivers to be careful as Labor Day Weekend comes to a close
“Sometimes people get impatient, start weaving in and out of those situations, trying to gain some ground, and that can be dangerous.”…
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