Former MLB All-Star Billy Butler to return as Chukars Hitting Coach in 2023
In a Sports Line exclusive story, former MLB All-Star Billy Butler is returning as Hitting Coach for the Idaho Falls Chukars in 2023.
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Heavy early snow creates optimism for winter tourism
With already 32 inches of snow in the area, Island Park is gearing up for a busy winter tourism season.
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Police issue update 1 month after University of Idaho murders
One month after the University of Idaho murders took place, investigators continue to piece together what happened in the hours leading up to the crime in order to determine who is responsible
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ICCU provides jump start to NeighborWorks Pocatello for Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge
NeighborWorks Pocatello (NWP) is taking part in the 11th Annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge during the month of December.
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You can help provide Christmas dinner to local families – Here’s how
A local company is accepting donations to provide Christmas dinners to 75 families in Eastern Idaho.
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1 month since University of Idaho murders
A solemn anniversary.
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Local first grader wins Department of Education Holiday Card Contest
local first grade student won the entire Department of Education Holiday Card Contest.
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Highlights from New Idaho State Head Coach Cody Hawkins’ introductory press conference
Sunday afternoon, Idaho State officially introduced Cody Hawkins, the son of former Boise State and current UC Davis Head Coach Dan Hawkins, as Head Football Coach.
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Spud Kings complete first winning weekend of the season against Pueblo
For the first time in team history, the Idaho Falls Spud Kings finished off a winning weekend Saturday, taking two of three games from the Pueblo Bulls.
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23 injured in Utah tour bus crash as snowstorm pelts region
A tour bus heading from Boise, Idaho to Salt Lake City, Utah crashed on Monday morning, flipping onto its side and injuring dozens of passengers.
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Officials identify female hit by vehicle
A female is dead after being hit by a vehicle in Pocatello near South 5th Avenue and Jason Avenue near the Common Cents Store, just before 6 p.m.
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Former Rexburg mayor prepares for another year of service in the Peace Corps
yor Shawn Larsen will be among some of the first Peace Corps Volunteers that will begin service overseas since the outbreak of Covid-19. This comes after the Corps suspended their global operations due to the pandemic.
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Teton Pass pursuit ends with arrest
A 26-year-old Idaho Falls man is in the Teton County, Wyoming jail after being accused of stealing a car and running from law enforcement.
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US scientists reach long-awaited nuclear fusion breakthrough, source says
By Ella Nilsen and René Marsh, CNN For the first time ever, US scientists at the National Ignition Facility at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California successfully produced a nuclear fusion reaction resulting in a net energy gain, a source familiar with the project confirmed to CNN. The US Department of Energy is expected
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Idaho Falls issues another snow event
Parking restriction are now in place for all roads located within Idaho Falls city limits.
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Denny’s Wrecker Service offers free holiday tows for drunk drivers
Denny’s Wrecker Service, Inc. will make sure you and your car get home safely if you have had too much to drink.
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Idaho State introduces Cody Hawkins as its next Head Football Coach
An Idaho native has returned to the Gem State, as Cody Hawkins was officially introduced as the next leader of the ISU football program on Sunday.
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Spud Kings win two out of three against Pueblo Bulls with 5-3 victory on Saturday
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings closed out the weekend with a 5-3 victory over the Pueblo Bulls on Saturday night.
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ISU falls to 3-8 with 76-70 loss to St. Thomas
The Idaho State Bengals men’s basketball team fell to 3-8 on the season on Saturday, losing to St. Thomas (MN) 76-70 at Reed Gym.
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Pocatello dominates in victory over Idaho Falls 68-38
The Pocatello Thunder left Idaho Falls still undefeated on Saturday night, taking down the Tigers 68-38.
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American Falls falls to Nampa Christian 60-51
The American Falls Beavers fell to 0-3 on Saturday, losing to Nampa Christian 60-51.
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Pocatello stays unbeaten with win over rival Highland
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Pocatello Thunder improved to 5-0 on the season, defeating their cross-town rival Highland 50-44 on Thursday night. Highland took a 29-23 lead in halftime, but the Thunder outscored the Rams 27-15 in the second half. Boise State commit Julian Bowie led the Thunder with 22 points, including 10 in the
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ISU gets third win of season against Montana Western
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State Bengals men’s basketball team got their third win of the season on Tuesday, taking down Montana Western 61-53 at Reed Gym. The star of the game was Bengal forward Jared Rodriguez, who finished with 21 points on the night. Brock MacKenzie and Brayden Parker each scored in double
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Sports Line Friday Night: Dec. 9, 2022
Idaho State has hired its next head football coach, and the Spud Kings faced the Bulls on Teddy Bear Toss Night! You can see that and more in the penultimate edition of Sports Line Friday Night in 2022!
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Despite fun atmosphere for Teddy Bear Toss Night, Spud Kings fall against Pueblo 7-2
A fun night turned into a tough game for the Idaho Falls Spud Kings Friday night from the second period, as the Spuds lost to the Pueblo Bulls 7-2.
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Idaho State University names new head football coach
After a national search, Idaho State University Director of Athletics Pauline Thiros announced Cody Hawkins has been named head coach of the Idaho State Football Program.
Continue Reading Idaho student killings investigation receives overwhelming amount of tips for white sedan being sought, police say
By Emma Tucker, CNN The investigation into the killings of four University of Idaho students has received an overwhelming amount of tips related to their search for a white sedan seen near the crime scene around the time of the deaths last month, police said Friday. Due to the amount of tips received, calls are
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Idaho State Police teams up with Broulim’s to help feed those in need this Christmas
For the sixth straight year, Idaho State Police is working with Broulim’s to provide meals to those in need across eastern Idaho.
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Hoback Junction South Road drivers asked to use extreme caution
Teton County is encouraging drivers using Hoback Junction South Road to use extreme caution to avoid preventing emergency access for residents and workers at the Snake River Sporting Club and Hoback Junction South Road.
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Pocatello East Bench Wildfire fuels mitigation project
The City of Pocatello plans to conduct wildfire fuels mitigation on approximately 70 acres of City-owned gullies located east of Satterfield Drive.
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Idaho’s oldest women’s choir to hold free holiday concert
The Idaho Falls Choralaires are preparing for their holiday concert.
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U of I to graduate 550 students Saturday
More than 565 students are eligible to receive 581 degrees at University of Idaho’s 2022 Winter Commencement Ceremony Saturday, Dec. 10, in the ICCU Arena in Moscow.
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Winter recreation begins on park roads in Grand Teton
Opportunities for over-snow winter recreation are available on park roads in Grand Teton National Park.
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Yellowstone’s winter season begins Dec. 15
The winter season in Yellowstone National Park begins Thursday, Dec. 15.
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Daybell trial now set for April 3, 2023
Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow-Daybell appeared in court together on Thursday for the first time in months all for a hearing to determine the new date of their joint trial.
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Spud Kings explode for three third period goals in 4-1 win against Pueblo
In a defensive battle, the Idaho Falls Spud Kings took over in the third period against the Pueblo Bulls Thursday night, scoring three goals in the frame to win it 4-1.
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Hillcrest extends single-digit lead in second half to blow out Preston 84-58
Through five games in the 2022-23 season, the Hillcrest Knights cannot be stopped. The Knights turned a single-digit lead into a blowout victory 84-58 over Preston Thursday night.
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Blackfoot’s Adi Adams signs NLI to play volleyball at Treasure Valley Community College
Adi Adams will play volleyball in Ontario, OR next year. The Bronco standout signed her letter of intent Thursday to compete for Treasure Valley Community College.
Continue Reading 2 juveniles arrested after stolen vehicle pursuit
At approximately 6:00 p.m on Wednesday, Madison County Sheriff’s deputies were notified that a stolen vehicle, a teal 1998 Chevy pick-up, had been spotted on the Southbound Salem Highway headed towards Madison County.
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Salvation Army red kettle donations down this year
This is the season of giving, but the Salvation Army says its donations are down dramatically.
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Astoria Bridge in Snake River Canyon remains closed
The Astoria Bridge in the Snake River Canyon that provides access to the Snake River Sporting Club remains closed due to structural damage.
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Ex-Idaho cop tied to white supremacy alleges discrimination
A retired longtime police captain whose ties to a white supremacist group have prompted an in-depth investigation of potential racism at the Boise Police Department filed a discrimination complaint against the city in November.
Continue Reading WNBA star Brittney Griner released from Russian detention in prisoner swap for convicted arms dealer
By Jennifer Hansler, Kylie Atwood, Jeremy Herb, MJ Lee and Kevin Liptak, CNN WNBA star Brittney Griner has been released from Russian detention, President Joe Biden said Thursday. Griner was released in a prisoner swap that involved Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. The exchange, however, did not include another American that the State Department has
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Idaho cops seek car seen near site where 4 students killed
Police are asking for help finding the occupant of a car that was seen near where four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death last month, saying that person could have “critical information” about the case.
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Idaho Falls wins rivalry battle against Skyline on the road 77-66
The Idaho Falls Tigers were victorious on the road against their arch rivals Wednesday night, as IF took down the Skyline Grizzlies 76-66.
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Athlete of the Week: Kenyon Sadiq, Skyline Football
Our Sermon Service and Electric Athlete of the Week has dazzled on the football field his entire career at Skyline. Our Athlete of the Week is Kenyon Sadiq.
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Senior citizens in assisted living need company
While many of us are making plans to gather together this holiday season, many seniors could be alone.
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Pearl Harbor Memorial honors the sailors who lost their lives
The Pearl Harbor Memorial bridge over the Portneuf river was the site of a honored Pocatello tradition. The tradition itself was started by Pearl Harbor survivor and Pocatello native, Christopher Harame. People gathered to honor the lives lost after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor 81 years ago.
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AAA tips for hauling your Christmas tree
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and it’s about time to pick up this year’s Christmas tree. But driving home on icy roads with your tree could spell trouble.
Continue Reading Investigators have quality leads in the killings of 4 students, Idaho police spokesperson says
Investigators have “a lot of quality leads” about last month’s killings of four University of Idaho students in an off-campus house, even though they still haven’t determined who killed them, an Idaho state police spokesperson said Tuesday morning.
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Hillcrest shows off in a blowout home-opening win against Thunder Ridge 67-44
It was all Knights, all night at Hillcrest Tuesday, as the Hillcrest Knights made it look easy in their home opener with a 67-44 win.
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Rigby runs away from Bonneville in a dominating 76-42 victory
The Rigby Trojans remain perfect early in the high school basketball season. Rigby ran away from the Bonneville Bees Tuesday for a 76-42 win.
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Vigil held Tuesday to remember children who have passed away
The annual Candlelight Vigil held on Tuesday at the Christmas Box Angel
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Callback feature added to improve Tax Commission customer experience
The Idaho State Tax Commission has added a courtesy callback feature to its call center.
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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day commemoration
On Wednesday, we remember Pearl Harbor.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
President Joe Biden has issued a Presidential Proclamation ordering the lowering of flags to half-staff in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
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ITD welcomes public feedback on future of US 20
The Ashton Community Center and Library provided the perfect backdrop for the most recent meeting on the future of US 20 as it continues to affect travel through the cities of Ashton and Island Park.
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East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center opens for 2022-2023 season
The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center is officially open for the 2022-2023 season.
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DEQ awards nearly $1.7million to 26 drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of $1,681,466 to 26 drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.
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Gov. Little declares Dec. 5-11 CS Ed Week
Bedke also read aloud a proclamation from Idaho Gov. Brad Little declaring Dec. 5-11 Computer Science Education Week in Idaho and urging the state’s citizens to participate in Hour of Code.
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F&G begins winter feeding operation for Teton Canyon elk
Individuals urged to recreate responsibly and avoid disturbance to wintering wildlife
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Pocatello Regional Airport to host Airport Master Plan open house
The public is invited to attend an upcoming open house hosted by Pocatello Regional Airport to learn more about the update of the Airport Master Plan.
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Former Downard Funeral Home director in court Monday
The case against former Downard Funeral Home director Lance Peck was back in a Bannock County court room Monday for another pretrial conference.
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Shoplifter arrested for possession of fentanyl
Just before 10 p.m. Saturday, a Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputy was notified by an Ammon Walmart employee of a female shoplifter who was about to flee the store.
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Spud Kings weekend recap from first games at the Mountain America Center
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings have played their first games at the Mountain America Center, officially bringing junior hockey to East Idaho.
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Idaho gas prices fall 15 cents
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 15.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.92/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.
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Caribou County coroner found dead Monday
The Caribou County coroner was found dead Monday morning.
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Runnin 4 Sweets: An 11 year journey to being a community staple
The next time you may find yourself walking or driving through Rexburg’s Main Street, there’s a shop nestled into one of the buildings near the intersection of 1st East.
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Spud Kings fall to Ogden Mustangs on Sunday 6-2
After a big win on Saturday night, the Idaho Falls Spud Kings lost to the Ogden Mustangs on Sunday 6-2.
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Spud Kings defeat Provo Predators 5-1 on Saturday for first home win
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings took down the Provo Predators 5-1 on Saturday night.
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ISU falls to Southern Utah 69-59
The Idaho State men’s basketball team fell to Southern Utah 69-59 on Saturday.
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ISU survives against St. Thomas in overtime 58-54
The Idaho State women’s basketball team rallied from a second half deficit to force overtime and defeat St. Thomas 58-54.
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College of Eastern Idaho reveals new updates to Testing Center
College of Eastern Idaho holds a ribbon-cutting on Monday at 12:00 p.m. to celebrate the completed renovation and expansion of the William & Shirley Maeck Student Testing Center.
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Middleton edges past Century 50-44
The Century Diamondbacks lost their first game of the season on Saturday, falling to Middleton 50-44.
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Timberline rallies in second half to defeat Highland 52-47
The Highland Rams split their two games over the weekend, losing to Timberline 52-47 on Saturday afternoon.
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Spud Kings fall 6-1 against the Outliers in first game at the Mountain America Center
A sellout crowd created a great atmosphere in the first hockey game at the Mountain America Center, but against a very good Utah Outliers squad, the Idaho Falls Spud Kings fell 6-1 in their home opener.
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Sports Line Friday Night: Dec. 2, 2022
The Spud Kings played their first game at the Mountain America Center, and it was the first big Friday night of basketball action!
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Pebble Creek announces earliest opening date
With the recent onslaught of snow, Pebble Creek Ski Area announced its earliest opening date on record.
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Ammon Lightapalooza set Saturday
The annual City of Ammon Lightapalooza is Saturday, December 3.
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Snowplow zoning challenges
As winter weather hits Idaho Falls, some roads may be clear and safe to drive before others.
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16th annual Aid For Friends homeless encampment this weekend
These extremely cold temperatures are hitting our homeless population very hard.
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2 snowplows struck in Soda Springs with Thursday night’s winter storm
Not one, but two snowplows are damaged after being involved in separate accidents.
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Spud Kings play first game at the Mountain America Center tonight
562 days after crews broke ground on the Mountain America Center, the Spud Kings play their first game at the MAC Friday night, hosting the Utah Outliers.
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Soldier Mountain opening Chair 1 this Saturday
The ski resort will operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
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Police: Missing boy’s remains were likely moved to new spot
Police in southwestern Idaho say they believe they have found the place where the body of a missing 5-year-old boy was temporarily buried, but they still haven’t found his remains.
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Winter storm closes I-15 north of Dubois
Due to multiple slide-offs and deteriorating conditions, Interstate 15 between Dubois and the Montana State Line is currently closed while personnel work to clear the road.
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Highland’s Hannah Bailey heading to Weber State to run track and cross country
Highland runner Hannah Bailey is staying in Big Sky country, as she will head to south to run track and cross country for Weber State.
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Blackfoot’s Madison Duke signs NLI to play softball at Dawson Community College
Bronco softball player Madi Duke officially sealed her collegiate path Thursday, as she will play softball at Dawson Community College.
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1st Annual Ririe Bulldog Shootout Day 1 Recap
The first Ririe Bulldog Shootout began Thursday at Ririe High School, and five local teams hit the court hoping to begin a run to a tournament championship.
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December ‘Empty the Shelter’ event returns
Good news for animal lovers.
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WYO 22 Teton Pass to close Friday
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Teton Pass for Friday, Dec. 2 at 3 a.m. for avalanche control.
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Backcountry roads closed for winter
Starting Thursday, a number of Bonneville County backcountry and forest roads will be closed for the winter season.
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Property taxes due Dec. 20, tax bills mailed on Monday
Bannock County property owners can expect to soon find their property tax bills in their mailboxes.
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New INL technology can detect nuclear contamination in under a minute
Early in the conflict in Ukraine, as Russian shells hit near nuclear power plants in Kherson, nuclear threats and fallout became a harsh reality. But as always, teams at INL remain at the forefront of research and development.
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Empty Bowls event set Friday
You will have your choice of a variety of handmade artisan bowls to purchase for $25.
Continue Reading Six people may have lived in the house where 4 Idaho college students were killed, police say
By Mallika Kallingal, Jason Hanna, Veronica Miracle, Jason Kravarik and Travis Caldwell, CNN Six people may have lived in the house where four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death last month, police say. “Investigators are aware of a sixth person who could have potentially lived at the residence. That person was not at the residence on
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Snowplow drivers in short supply this year
A national transportation group is warning Americans across the country will likely face long delays this winter as states struggle to find enough snowplow drivers.
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In back-and-forth battle, Century tops Thunder Ridge 62-60 in a close contest
The Century Diamondbacks and Thunder Ridge Titans dueled on the hardwood Wednesday, and Century came out on top 62-60 with a late basket in the final minute.
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Rigby wins by double digits over Idaho Falls, picks up first win this season with 65-50 victory
The Rigby Trojans are off and running in the 2022-23 campaign as they try to return to the state tournament. Trojans took control in a 65-50 win over the Idaho Falls Tigers Wednesday night.
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Idaho Department of Correction can’t get lethal drugs, calls off Pizzuto execution
The execution of an Idaho death row inmate is being suspended.
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