Horn Fire: State Highway 87 reopened as crews battle blaze near state border
Crews in Madison County, Montana, are actively combating the Horn Fire, a 30-acre brush fire burning along the Idaho/Montana border. According to the…
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North Ogden wildfire grows to 745 acres, Evacuations remain in place
The 745-acre Willard Peak Fire continues to threaten homes and has forced evacuations in North Ogden, Utah. The fire started around 3 p.m. Wednesday…
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Bus stop-arm violations are up, Madison school district urges drivers to pay attention
“We just want the general public to be aware that the school buses are going to be out on the roads delivering our students, and our goal is to get…
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“Use Your Teacher Voice”: D91 educators rally amid contract dispute
Teachers lined the sidewalks outside of the Idaho Falls school district office this afternoon to bring attention to the ongoing negotiations over…
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Sheriff’s Deputies investigate a string of thefts in Idaho Falls, Ammon, and Swan Valley
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a rash of recent thefts reportedly targeting storage units, vehicles, and small…
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Connections Credit Union partners with City of Pocatello to build new community clubhouse
“We’re proud to partner with the City on a project that will enhance Riverside Golf Course and benefit the community for years to come,” said…
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Pocatello gives timeline updates for multiple outdoor improvement projects
The City of Pocatello has announced ongoing work on upgrade projects for parks, trails, and the Portneuf River, with many projects scheduled to start…
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Banking on Love: Financial dating trends with former Bachelorette star Jason Tartick
America’s young singles are seemingly starting to shift expectations when it comes to dating and…
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Man charged with beating, strangling woman at Chubbuck Motel 6
A Chubbuck man is facing felony domestic battery charges after allegedly beating and strangling a woman at a local Motel…
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Idaho Food Bank kicks off Back to School campaign
The Idaho Food Bank is starting its Back to School campaign to raise awareness and funds for its school-year programs.
Throughout the academic year,…
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Development Workshop, Inc. cleans rubber ducks for their next race
“They will look forward to the ducks. This is like their favorite project for the…
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IDOC searching for Nampa Reentry Center walkaway last seen this morning
The Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) is actively searching for Justin Wallis, a 36-year-old man who walked away from the Nampa Community Reentry…
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Shelley man convicted of lewd conduct with a minor
Steven Matthew Hardee of Shelley, Idaho, has been convicted of two felony counts of lewd conduct with a minor child and now faces two potential life…
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Get Kids Up to Date: Eastern Idaho Public Health offers back-to-school immunization clinics
Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) will be holding a series of back-to-school immunization clinics on Monday, August 11th, through Thursday, August…
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Chubbuck Police arrest and identify gunman after house party shooting
The shooter is still at large, but investigators say they have several…
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Hundreds gather for quack-tastic fun at annual Duck Race
Thousands of rubber duckies were poured into the Snake River. The crowds cheered and the kids screamed with…
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Chamber of Commerce mini-golf tournament tees up to support future for young professionals
“We created the Chamber of Professionals just to connect our young professionals in the community,” said Crystal Panek, event manager for the…
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Get Ready for Scares: Pocatello skating rink prepping for Halloween horror experience
Pocatello’s premier skating rink is already preparing for scares this Halloween. ‘Deleta Skating and Family Fun Center’ is gearing up for a second…
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Man accused of killing 4 people at Montana bar is in custody
Michael Paul Brown, who is accused of fatally shooting four people at a bar in Anaconda on August 1, has been taken into custody, Montana Gov. Greg…
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Porterville overpass opened to single lane traffic
The Idaho Transportation Department is now allowing single-lane traffic on the Porterville overpass following a semi-truck strike that damaged the…
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IFDDC puts paid parking plan on hold following outcry from downtown business owners
Downtown Idaho Falls Development leadership got an earful today, August 7, over a plan to start charging for parking. About 30 merchants from the…
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Two men arrested after hit-and-run and assault
Two men are facing charges of aggravated battery and leaving the scene of an accident after a hit-and-run incident turned violent this past…
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Boil order advisory issued for Chubbuck following water main break on Hawthorne Rd.
A boil order advisory for Chubbuck residents following a water main break Thursday afternoon. …
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Teacher offers tips for back-to-school sanity
Chances for Southeast Idaho parents to hit the snooze button are about to come to an end as the school bells are about to begin. August is a…
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Deputies arrest owner of “Williams Tax Service/Chester Payroll” for alleged financial fraud
On Wednesday, August 7, Fremont County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Junell Williams for allegedly defrauding clients of her businesses,…
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Lava Trail Fire: Spread halted on 91-acre blaze west of Idaho Falls, but the fight isn’t over
A wildfire is currently burning along Highway 20 west of Arco. The call came in around 3:47 p.m., according to Chris Burger with the Bureau of Land…
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Bonneville County Coroner identifies driver in suspected street racing crash
A 27-year-old Idaho Falls man is dead following a late-night crash that may have involved street racing. The incident occurred last night, August 5,…
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Two fires in one day prompt fire officials to urge caution in Jefferson County
Central Fire District firefighters, along with several local fire departments, responded to two separate fires in Jefferson County yesterday, August…
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City of Pocatello working on new park on the east bench; Area now closed to the public
Work is underway on Pocatello’s new ‘Legacy Park’ on Iron Bend Dr. on the city’s east bench, and the Parks and Recreation Department wants people to…
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Nearly-completed trail along I-15 will expand pedestrian access through Pocatello
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation has announced the new ‘Idaho Central Credit Union Connecting Communities Trail’ will be ready for its first…
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Routine traffic stop uncovers missing juvenile and triggers criminal investigation
What began as a routine traffic stop by a Shelley police officer quickly escalated into a significant criminal investigation and recovery of a…
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Oregon man killed in wrong-way crash near American Falls
Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that happened last night, August 6th, on I-86 near American Falls.
Around 8:55 PM, an…
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Idaho Falls teachers reject salary proposal, board seeks path forward
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) — In a surprising turn of events, the Idaho Falls Education Association (IFEA) voted against ratifying a proposed salary and…
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ISU and CEI partner to address Idaho’s workforce needs
Idaho State University (ISU) and the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) are making it easier for students to continue their education in the Gem State.…
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ITD assesses damage to Porterville Road Bridge after semi collision; Repairs and temporary lane planned
All lanes on I-15 are now open after a crash involving two semi-trucks yesterday evening. The accident, which occurred around 5:30 p.m. just north of…
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Stage 1 fire restrictions begin tomorrow across 14 eastern Idaho counties
As wildfire danger increases, the Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center is implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions on federal, state, and private…
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Downtown Idaho Falls getting new paid parking system
IFDDC hopes the new system will “improve parking availability and turnover for customers.” The funds the parking system makes will be used for…
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Bannock County Fair kicks off week of fun starting August 4
The Bannock County Fair officially opens Monday, August 4, kicking off a week of classic fun. This year’s fair is jam-packed with live music, a wide…
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Idaho Falls Drug Bust Leads to Three Arrests
Five adults were removed from the home and detained while deputies searched the property. Deputies found small amounts of fentanyl and meth, along…
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Bonneville County Fair Board hosts Community Focus Days
Several vendors provided goods for sale ranging from food, custom made boxes, spices, and personalized…
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Volunteers help landscape a medically retired veteran’s new home
“Being in a place like this, I won’t have to fall behind anymore. I can just jump in my wheelchair and still accomplish…
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Portneuf District Library hosts sizzling “Summer Chill Out”
The Portneuf District Library celebrated the nearing end of summer today with a “Summer Chill Out” party that drew hundreds of community members. The…
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Idaho Falls D91 reaches tentative wage agreement with teachers
There is a tentative contract agreement in the works for teachers in the Idaho Falls School District 91. School district officials, along with the…
Continue Reading Montana authorities launch manhunt after multiple people shot in Anaconda
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Law Enforcement Center says that the suspect, Michael Paul Brown, is still on the run. The Granite County Sheriff’s…
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Bannock County’s at-risk youth center receives national recognition and award
Bannock County’s ‘The Village: A Place for Youth and Families’ recently received the 2025 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties…
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Terrifying Flight: Idaho Falls passenger recounts mid-air horror on international Delta Flight from Salt Lake City
A flight from the Salt Lake City International Airport heading overseas left passengers fearing for their lives last night, July 30. The Delta…
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EIRMC begins construction on Idaho Falls’ First Free-Standing ER
“EIRMC North Idaho Falls ER will provide high-quality emergency care for members of our community and region. We believe it will be a more…
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Paraplegic pilot soars into Ammon Days, inspiring all to reach for the sky
“They’re blown away that a guy in a wheelchair is out there doing that. And I just like to show people that no matter what happens, you can still go…
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Firefighters battle blazes in Lemhi Mountain Range
Fire crews from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and partner agencies are actively working to suppress two wildfires burning in Idaho’s Lemhi…
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Idaho is one of the best states for pickleball, according to recent study
Idaho has been named the fifth best state in the nation for pickleball players according to a study by pickleball experts PodPlay Pickleball Business…
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Ash Fire: Yellowstone crews combat wildfire in southwest corner
Firefighters in Yellowstone National Park are actively battling the Ash Fire burning in the park’s remote southwest corner. First detected Wednesday…
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Champs Heart Rodeo kicks off War Bonnet Round-Up events
There was a lot of horsin’ around going on Wednesday morning as cowboys and cowgirls from Champs Heart took to the arena at Sandy Downs for the…
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Fire Danger elevated to “Very High” in Teton Area
Fire managers in the Teton area have increased the fire danger to “very high” for Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the…
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Wyoming Game and Fish relocates grizzly bear to south of Yellowstone
After consultation with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department captured and relocated an adult female…
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CEI launches new Associate Education Degree to adress Idaho’s need for teachers
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is proud to announce the launch of a new Associate of Arts (AA) in Education degree program beginning fall 2025. The…
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WYDOT celebrates completion of Teton Pass Big Fill Slide restoration
After a year of intense work, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is celebrating the full completion of repairs to the Big Fill Slide on…
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Last day to purchase drawn hunting tags just around the corner before second summer drawing
Idaho hunters who successfully drew tags for controlled hunts in the Southeast Region have until Friday, August 1, to buy their tags before…
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Mill Fire scorches 600 acres in Pahsimeroi Valley
Fire Crews spent the night battling a fast-moving wildfire in Pahsimeroi Valley. The Mill Fire has already burned an estimated 600 acres, five…
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Salvation Army kicking off back-to-school donation drive starting August 1
“Our main goal that the Salvation Army does is we want to let people know that we love them, we care about them, and one of the best ways that we can…
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Community All-Stars: K9 Heroes Foundation
A new program in Bonneville County aims to help local students better connect with School Resource…
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Hot summer days put seniors at risk of dehydration
Idahoans are experiencing some of the hottest days of the year this July, and while many are trying to stay cool and hydrated, it’s also a good…
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Yellowstone hiker suffers severe burns near Lone Star Geyser
A 17-year-old hiker is recovering from significant thermal burns after his foot broke through the thin crust near Yellowstone National Park’s Lone…
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Game Changer: New Esports Arena coming to ISU
Idaho State University (ISU) is thrilled to announce a major gift from Direct Communications Rockland, Inc. that will establish the new Direct…
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Driggs airport officially closed… for now.
As a part of one of the last stages of an improvement plan, the Driggs Reed Memorial Airport is officially closed from now (Monday, July 28, 2025)…
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Several eastern Idaho groups win grant money from Idaho Fish and Game
In an official announcement today (Monday, July 28, 2025), the Idaho Fish and Game has granted $100,000 total to various conservation and…
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3 dead and several injured in an early-morning shooting outside a Reno casino
By Elizabeth Wolfe, John Miller, Sara Smart, CNN At least three people are dead and several others injured after a gunman opened fire early Monday…
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Fire crews tackle trailer fire behind Northgate Mile U-Haul
The Idaho Falls Fire Department was able to quickly put out a structure fire behind the U-Haul on Northgate Mile (Yellowstone Highway) on Monday…
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Boil Advisory issued for Malad residents
Malad City has issued a boil water advisory for all city residents following an unexpected loss of pressure in the drinking water distribution…
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North Idaho Authorities seize over 100 Gallons of Huckleberries in commercial picking crackdown
Authorities in North Idaho seized over 100 gallons of Huckleberries from a group in Boundary County suspected of commercial harvesting, a practice…
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Red Cross offering free diabetes screening with blood donations in August
“We are committed to the health of our donors and to public health, and this is a service we’re providing,” said Matt Ochsner, communications…
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Signal Flat Fire fully contained in Grand Teton National Park
The Signal Flat Fire, which burned nearly 8 acres near Signal Mountain in Grand Teton National Park, is now 100% contained. The lightning-caused…
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Teacher negotiations for Idaho Falls School District #91 continue
The Education Association’s negotiator, Jake Snarr, says they are not happy with how the budget was presented to them this…
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Riverwalk Art Festival begins Saturday in Idaho Falls
People are celebrating creativity and artistic excellence this…
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Time’s ticking, tell ITD what Idaho roads need!
The Idaho Transportation Department wants your feedback on what to work on next, but the clock to submit your responses…
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Two more life sentences for Doomsday Mom Lori Vallow Daybell
A judge sentenced Lori Vallow-Daybell to two consecutive terms of life in prison for the murder of her fourth husband Charles Vallow, and the…
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Pocatello skaters celebrate grand opening of Optimist Skatepark on Friday
Skaters, city leaders, and supporters gathered to celebrate the grand opening ribbon-cutting of the new Optimist Skatepark on…
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Jeremy Best to serve life in prison without parole for the deaths of his wife, son, and unborn child
After two days of testimonies from the prosecution and defense, Jeremy Best was given three consecutive life sentences without the possibility of…
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Chubbuck boy sets up lemonade stand to raise money for national competition
A young martial artist in Chubbuck is channeling his entrepreneurial spirit to raise money for a trip to a national…
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Traveling circus make stops in Pocatello, Idaho Falls
The Mountain View Event Center in Pocatello played host to two nation-traveling circus shows this…
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Local reptile rescue hosting interactive event in Pocatello Saturday
SRD’s Traveling Animals is hosting a ‘Wild Reptile Adventure’ event at Jungle ReTreat Ice Cream in Pocatello on Saturday, July…
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Idaho Falls Police hosting community ice cream social
The events follow the model of Coffee with a Cup, a national initiative meant to help build better communication and trust between police and the…
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Pocatello house fire sends two to the hospital
wo people are in the hospital after being rescued from an early morning house fire in Pocatello on Monday.
At around 12:40 a.m., a woman at 444…
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Eastern Idaho sex crime arrest highlights importance of reporting assaults
A local organization is worried that victims of sex crimes are not reporting the…
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Scam Alert: Fake traffic ticket texts targeting Idahoans
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and several local law enforcement agencies are issuing a warning to Idahoans regarding a widely circulating…
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Making a splash: Madison County Sheriff’s Camp dives into law enforcement & safety
Sheriff campers wrapped up their week with water safety training and a bit of summer fun at the Black Tail camp area.
“I really like it. I want to…
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Aid for Friends invites people to upcoming summer swimming fundraiser
Aid for Friends is approaching the date of their thirteenth annual ‘Splish and Splash’ fundraiser event, scheduled for August 1, to raise money for…
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Work at Macks Inn Bridge along US-20 beginning Monday
Work to improve and repair the Mack’s Inn Bridge on US-20 through Island Park will begin on Monday. Crews are customizing handrails, repairing…
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Bannock County Coroner honored with award for support of people in crisis and survivors of abuse
“I’m grateful, I’m appreciative–it wasn’t expected,” said Coroner Danner. “…I don’t think anybody does anything for the awards, I do it because…
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I-15 Northbound rest stop North of Blackfoot closing for maintenance Monday
Beginning Monday, the Interstate 15 northbound rest stop north of Blackfoot will be closed for maintenance. Crews will be repainting, replacing…
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“Be safe on the water,” urges Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is issuing a warning to all water enthusiasts, urging them to “be safe on the water.” In a recent press…
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Take aim for a cause! Paintballing RC Planes with the Desert Eagles RC Club
Southeast Idaho’s Desert Eagles RC Club is inviting you to a unique fundraiser this Saturday, July 19th, where you can aim a paintball gun at their…
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First-ever Summer Celebration kicks off today on the Idaho Falls Riverwalk
Get ready for a day of excitement, delicious food, and incredible local talent! The first-ever Summer Celebration at the Falls Event is happening…
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Montana duo arrested with 25 pounds of Meth in targeted Idaho Falls traffic stop
Idaho Falls Police made a massive drug seizure Friday, after a traffic stop led to the arrest of two Montana residents found with approximately 25…
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Teton Pass Catchnet System saves truck driver after brake loss
A box truck driver is recovering from minor injuries after their vehicle lost its brakes long the Teton Pass this afternoon, July 17. The driver was…
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I-86/I-15 Interchange project nears ‘successful completion’
“It’s an amazing process, three years of construction, 24/7, and all the way through the winter; it’s been a massive undertaking,” said Justin Smith,…
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ISU’s KISU public radio station braces for blowback from possible federal budget cuts
“The impact of the loss of CPB funding is going to be big, it’s going to be huge,” said Anderson. “I think we’ve got funding in place for this…
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Judge lifts gag order on Bryan Kohberger murder case
A judge in Boise will hear arguments for a gag order to be lifted in the Bryan Kohberger murder…
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Geyser Goes Dormant: Soda Springs Geyser out of commission for 8 weeks
The iconic Soda Springs Geyser is expected to be out of commission for at least eight weeks due to extensive mechanical failures. The City of Soda…
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Plan for Delays: Roadwork impacting Middle Fork Salmon River access
Forest visitors and boaters on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River should expect delays during the 2025 summer boating season as traffic to and from…
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Yellowstone Black Bear euthanized after repeatedly targeting campers’ food
“We go to great lengths to protect bears and prevent them from gaining access to human food in all areas of the park,” said Kerry Gunther,…
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