Couple thankful for new home after Lavaside Fire
Ron Rauschenbach and his wife Natalie lost their home last April due the Lavaside fire in Firth, and the fire took out everything in its path.
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Applications required for free and reduced price meals for 2022-2023 school year
This summer, families who need assistance paying for school meals will be required to submit an application for free and reduced price school meals for the first time since 2020.
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Idaho gas prices start to slide
After weeks of watching gas prices fall in other parts of the country, Idaho drivers finally saw a little bit of relief when they filled up this week, and more could be on the way.
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Boat capsized on Blackfoot Reservoir
A story that could have ended in seven drownings serves as a strong reminder for boating safety.
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1 arrested after officer-involved shooting
An Oklahoma man is in the Bannock County Jail after allegedly shooting at police officers Saturday night.
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2 hospitalized after crash north of Rigby
Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred at approximately 11 p.m. on Saturday on U.S. 20 at milepost 325, north of Rigby in Jefferson County.
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Blasting operations to begin July 15 in Ashton
As part of the construction work at the intersection of US-20 and SH-47 in Ashton, the contractor will be blasting rock under the roadway.
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Chukars lose final game of homestand 9-3 against Great Falls
The Idaho Falls Chukars dropped their fourth straight game against the Great Falls Voyagers 9-3 on Sunday.
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Wood River player Andrew Emerson shines in Pocatello Legion game
The Pocatello Rays defeated the Wood River Spurs 10-6 on Saturday at Halliwell Park, but it was Wood River’s Andrew Emerson who was the MVP.
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Razorbacks sweep doubleheader against Burley on Saturday
The Pocatello Post 4 Razorbacks had a productive weekend at home, taking two games at Halliwell Park against the Burley Green Sox 3-1 and 16-4.
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Chukars drop third straight contest against Great Falls
The Idaho Falls Chukars have hit a rough patch against the Great Falls, losing their third game against the Voyagers on Saturday night 22-9.
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Idaho Farm Bureau discusses increase in farming costs
For our farmers here in Idaho, the cost to due business is not what it used to be.
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Deadly head-on crash north of Driggs
DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI) – A man is dead after a head-on crash north of Driggs.
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Chukars drop second straight contest against Voyagers in a 13-10 loss
After taking the first two games in their series against the Great Falls Voyagers, the Idaho Falls Chukars have dropped two in a row, losing Friday night 13-10.
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Permanent fixes from Yellowstone floods could take 3-5 years
It could take three to five years to replace roads damaged by flooding last month in Yellowstone National Park, but temporary fixes are expected to be in place within months, park Superintendent Cam Sholly said Friday.
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Pocatello Animal Shelter recognized as no-kill shelter
Best Friends Animal Society has recognized the Pocatello Animal Shelter as a no-kill shelter for 2021.
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Be vigilant of scam callers targeting utility customers
The City of Idaho Falls and Idaho Falls Power are reminding customers to be aware of scam callers and to not give any personal information over the phone.
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‘She needs to eat’ — Parents still grappling with baby formula shortage
For months now, parents have been searching for a basic necessity for their babies — formula.
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Heise Hot Springs has new pool for this summer season
Additional features in addition to the pool include a new splash pad and changing rooms.
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Biden orders flags be flown at half-staff through July 10
At the direction of the President of the United States, flags are to remain at half-staff until July 10 in honor and remembrance of former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated Friday.
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Federal officials visit Yellowstone to survey flooding damage and infrastructure repairs
US Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks Shannon Estenoz got a tour of the damage in Yellowstone National Park Friday.
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Officials investigate cause of Rexburg structure fire
The Rexburg Police Department reports fire crews are working a structure fire on S Yellowstone near 5th South St.
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A late-inning comeback falls short for the Chukars in a 6-5 loss to the Voyagers
Despite scoring four unearned runs in the 8th inning Thursday night, the Idaho Falls Chukars’ attempt at back-to-back comeback wins fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Great Falls Voyagers.
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Box Elder County asks public to stop searching area for missing Dylan Rounds
The Box Elder County Sheriff’s Department is giving some insight into the search for Dylan Rounds.
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Pocatello police ask for help identifying theft suspects
The Pocatello Police Department said on June 19, two suspects took more than $1,700 worth of perfume.
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Inmate captured after escaping from Work Detail Crew
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies are seeking the public’s help in locating 27-year-old Larry Mathew Robinson II.
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Getting a passport might take longer than you hoped
If you are planning to make any international travel plans it may be important to note that there will be delays in receiving your new or renewed passport.
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Bonneville County prosecutor prepares for trials amid attorney shortage
A large number of attorneys are leaving the Bonneville County Prosecutor’s Office.
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Bannock County Veteran Service outreach event planned for South Bannock County
Filling for veteran benefits can be complicated. The Bannock County Veteran Services Department is here to help.
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Make your home wildfire defensible
As the temperatures warm up and everything gets drier, there is a danger that keeps growing all around us.
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Half-off cat and kitten adoptions at Pocatello Animal Shelter
You can add a cat or kitten to your family for half-price July 8 through July 23, thanks to The Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter.
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Gale Lim Construction awarded contract for Fort Hall Mine Landfill cell expansion liner
annock County is expanding its capacity for household and commercial waste at the Fort Hall Mine Landfill.
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First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho
Idaho Division of Public Health and Central District Health are announcing the first probable case of monkeypox in an Idaho resident.
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Chukars walk off Voyagers to complete a 6-5 comeback victory
After falling behind 4-0, then giving up the game-tying run in the top of the ninth inning, the Idaho Falls Chukars walked off the Great Falls Voyagers Wednesday night 6-5 on a Hunter Hisky RBI single.
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Rexburg looks ahead to its future updating comprehensive plan
Rexburg is rapidly growing, causing the Planning and Zoning team in the city to come together to create much needed updates to the Comprehensive Plan or Plan Rexburg. As a part of the process they are reaching out to the members of the Rexburg community and asking them for help.
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Century Boys Basketball star Isiah Harwell transfers to Wasatch Academy in Utah
After a stellar freshman season at Century, star boys basketball player Isiah Harwell is heading south to continue his high school basketball career at Wasatch Academy in Utah.
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Chubbuck Movies in the Park kicks off Friday
The City of Chubbuck’s Movies in the Park kicks off on Friday, July 8 with Sing 2.
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Imagine Idaho Foundation working to increase internet speeds across the state
Imagine Idaho Foundation needs Idaho residents to complete speed-tests across the state to prove to government more funding is needed for broadband infrastructure. This funding and infrastructure should provide more residents with high-speed access.
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New Blackfoot fire chief sworn in
Bryon Howell has been unanimously approved to be the new fire chief for Blackfoot.
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Passport processing delays continue
Teton County residents who are planning international travel and need a passport or renewal are strongly encouraged to start planning sooner rather than later.
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ICCU donates $100k for Portneuf Greenway Trail
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation announced Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) as a major sponsor of the upcoming new trail being built in conjunction with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) Wye Interchange Project.
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Chukars ride grand slam and more to 9-6 victory in series opener against Great Falls
After a blowout loss Monday, the Idaho Falls Chukars got back in the win column Tuesday night 9-6 to start a six-game set against the Great Falls Voyagers.
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Intoxicated man arrested after fleeing fiery crash
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies and Idaho Falls Fire responded to a vehicle accident last Friday evening just before 7 p.m. on N. 5th W. near 97th N.
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Court ruling limits how Idaho Falls can respond to homeless
For weeks, a homeless camp has sheltered under the gazebo of the Japanese Friendship Garden.
Many residents of Idaho Falls have called for the city to remove the individuals. But because of a 2018 court ruling, representatives for the city say there’s not much they can do.
Chubbuck man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit arrested a Chubbuck man on Thursday for alleged sexual exploitation of a child.
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Idaho gas prices average $5.24
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 5.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $5.24/g Tuesday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.
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Officers on the lookout for drunk drivers
As Idahoans hit the road this summer, the Pocatello Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Idaho to keep roads free from impaired driving.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff through July 9
At the direction of the President Joe Biden, United States are to fly at half-staff immediately in honor and remembrance of the victims of the horrific tragedy in Highland Park, IL.
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647 people drown each day. Here’s how to avoid being one of them
By Forrest Brown, CNN On Good Friday 2017, Wyatt Werneth got a call from his wife, who had gone grocery shopping with their daughter: The car’s broken down. Please rescue us. Werneth hopped in his vehicle to assist, driving by Patrick Space Force Base near Cape Canaveral, Florida. From the A1A highway, Werneth said you
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Highlights from Pocatello 4th of July Parade
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – On Monday, the City of Pocatello hosted its annual 4th of July Parade in downtown. Thousands of people lined the streets on both sides of the underpass to see a variety of floats, costumes, and lots of candy.
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Rigby’s Hot Classic Nights is more than just your regular car show
Saturday July 9 will bring new sounds to the heart of the city as the Annual Hot Classic Nights will fill Rigby City Park with Cars, boats, trucks and other vehicles from the past for all to see. The show will also have a large role in helping the Rigby Senior Center continue to serve meals to seniors in need.
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Tips and reminders to protect your vehicle from theft
A vehicle is stolen every 39 seconds, with passenger vehicles making up 74% of all stolen cars.
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Raptors’ early fireworks spoil Independence Day for Chukars in 23-10 defeat
The Idaho Falls Chukars trailed the Ogden Raptors immediately on the Fourth of July Monday, and Ogden never looked back in a 23-10 defeat of the Chuks.
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Rexburg celebrates the Fourth of July
The city of Rexburg celebrates the Fourth of July with parties, a parade and fireworks.
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Results from the Phil Meador 2-Man Best Ball Golf Tournament
This weekend, Both Highland and Riverside Golf Course hosted this year’s Phil Meador 2 Man Best Ball Tournament.
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Chukars split doubleheader against Odgen Raptors
Making up for Saturday’s postponement, The Idaho Falls Chukars won the first game of a doubleheader against the Ogden Raptors 4-2 on Sunday, but were unable to win the second game, falling 3-2.
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Idaho Falls Independence Day events road closures, public safety information
With the annual Independence Day festivities just days away, the Idaho Falls Police Department and partner agencies are sharing traffic closures, information and safety tips to help the public to be safe and prepared for the annual 4th of July events that take place in Idaho Falls.
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Rules for reserving or staking off areas for Idaho Falls Independence Day celebrations
Estimates indicate Idaho Falls more than doubles in size as we celebrate Independence Day with parades, food, fun, music, games and the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration.
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2022 Independence Day celebration events
Below are the 2022 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming.
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After long losing streak against Paddleheads, Chukars avoid sweep with 8-4 victory
MISSOULA, MT (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars, at long last, have picked up their first win of the season against the Missoula Paddleheads, avoiding a sweep Friday night with an 8-4 win. Despite trailing 3-1 early, Idaho Falls rattled five unanswered runs, including three in the sixth inning, to take a lead it would
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Spud Kings to play in higher-tier NCDC West Division beginning in 2023
The Idaho Falls Spud Kings will move up to higher level of hockey after its inaugural season when the Spud Kings and five other teams take a step up to the new NCDC West Division in the USPHL.
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1 killed in boating accident
The Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office reports an 80-year-old Salmon man died in a boating accident Thursday.
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U.S.S. Idaho to be christened with Idaho water
Construction continues on the future U.S.S. Idaho.
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Celebrate with a plan and be responsible, drive sober this holiday weekend
As Idahoans hit the road this weekend to celebrate Independence Day, the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office will be joining law enforcement agencies across Idaho to keep roads free from impaired driving.
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Chukars lose fifth straight against Paddleheads in 14-13 heartbreaker
In a thrilling back-and-forth battle Thursday night, the Idaho Falls Chukars fell just short against the Missoula Paddleheads in a 14-13 defeat, their fifth loss in five tries against Missoula this season.
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Idaho’s 2021 wages average $23.05 per hour
Idaho’s 2021 average wage for all occupations was $23.05 per hour, according to recently released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program.
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ITD now taking comments for all upcoming projects
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is asking for input on the just-released draft Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP).
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Final amended consent judgments against Idaho Power Company available for public review
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is publishing notice the final amended consent judgments against Idaho Power Company (Idaho Power) have been entered by the courts.
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Little declares July 2 Idaho Wildland Firefighter Day
Governor Brad Little has proclaimed July 2 as Idaho Wildland Firefighter Day.
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41st annual Teton Valley Balloon Rally takes flight
The annual Teton Valley Balloon Rally is ready to take off into the sky for this holiday weekend.
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An FBI affidavit gives more details surrounding the disappearance of 19-year-old Dylan Rounds.
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Police locate juvenile
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating 17-year-old Rashell Lindsey.
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Second visitor in 3 days gored by bison in Yellowstone
A 71-year-old woman from West Chester, Pennsylvania, was gored by a bull bison near Storm Point at Yellowstone Lake on Wednesday.
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Plane crash takes 2 lives in Valley County
The Idaho Division of Aeronautics alerted the Valley County Sheriff’s office of an overdue aircraft June 27.
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Juvenile detention center named in honor of retiring judge
Bannock County gave a special honor Thursday to retiring Judge Bryan K. Murray.
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Family-owned fireworks store draws customers from 3 states
Some of our neighbors are really going the distance for the fourth of July spirit… all the way to Wyoming, in fact.
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Officials remind us to respect bears to avoid conflict
Amid more reports of bear attacks, officials are asking us to respect and recognize how to deal with bears.
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Attorney General Lawrence Wasden has announced Thursday investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit arrested an Ammon man on Wednesday for alleged sexual exploitation of a child.
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Bandits sweep doubleheader against Runnin’ Rebels in blowout and walkout fashion
The Idaho Falls Bandits stayed perfect in the state of Idaho Wednesday night by sweeping the Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels in a doubleheader 10-2 and 6-5.
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter & Rescue closed due to COVID-19
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter & Rescue reports one of its employees has tested positive for COVID-19, so the shelter will be closing to the public immediately.
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Homeless camp near Japanese Friendship Garden
For several days, a group of people has camped under the gazebo at the Japanese friendship garden on the Greenbelt. The floor is dotted with towels, blankets, and lawn chairs as these individuals try to escape from the hot sun.
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North Bingham County Historical Park is looking to raise money for new water system
North Bingham County Historical Park needs to build a new water system to supply water to the park.
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2 yearling moose captured and removed from Pocatello
Idaho Department of Fish and Game received reports Thursday of two moose in the vicinity of Mountain View Cemetery on the south end of 5th Avenue in Pocatello.
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Charlotte Fire 10th anniversary
June 28 and June 29 are dates burned into the minds of many southeast Idaho residents.
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Red hot Grays take down Royals 10-4 for eighth straight victory
The sizzling Gate City Grays continue to win, as the Grays defeated the Logan Royals at home Tuesday night 10-4 for their eighth straight win.
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A family tradition going back 45 years
What once started as a way for his dad to help earn a little more money during the summer months has turned into a full blown family summer business and tradition. Though that tradition has evolved as the fireworks business has continued to change. For Dave Webster and his family operating Firework stands is just something that you do during the summer.
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Blood donors needed around Fourth of July
As summer officially begins and people gather for holiday celebrations, the American Red Cross reminds communities patients are counting now on the generosity of blood donors, especially around the Fourth of July.
Continue Reading Breyer makes it official: He’s leaving the Supreme Court on Thursday at noon
By Ariane de Vogue, CNN Supreme Court Reporter Justice Stephen Breyer has notified the White House that his retirement will be effective Thursday, June 30, at noon ET. In a letter to President Joe Biden, Breyer said it had been his “great honor” to participate as a judge in the “effort to maintain our Constitution
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Grand Teton fire danger increased to moderate
Teton Interagency Fire managers announced the fire danger has been elevated to “moderate” for Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest and the National Elk Refuge.
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Beartooth Highway partially reopens with nighttime closures
After repairing damage caused by the recent record-breaking flood event, the Beartooth Highway (US-212), located east of the park’s Northeast Entrance between Red Lodge, Montana, and Cooke City, Montana, partially reopened Tuesday.
Continue Reading Man gored by bison in Yellowstone
A 34-year-old male from Colorado Springs, Colorado, was gored by a bull bison near Giant Geyser at Old Faithful on Monday.
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Hiker hospitalized after grizzly bear mauling in Wyoming
A hiker has been hospitalized after being mauled by a bear, believed to have been a grizzly, in the mountains of northwestern Wyoming, the state’s Game and Fish agency said Tuesday.
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7 inmates rushed to hospital at Pocatello women’s prison
The Idaho Department of Correction has asked the Idaho State Police to investigate an incident at Pocatello Women’s Correctional Center in which seven residents became unconscious on Monday night.
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Property tax scam targets Idaho homeowners
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and the Idaho State Tax Commission are warning Idahoans about a scam targeting Idaho homeowners.
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Melaleuca Freedom Celebration promises to be biggest yet
The 29th annual Melaleuca Fireworks show is still getting prepared, for perhaps their largest show yet. With a plan to launch over 18 thousand fireworks into the Idaho Falls night sky.
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Police seek help concerning fatality crash on I-15
The Pocatello Police Department is asking for help from the public concerning a fatality crash that occurred in the evening hours of June 23.
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Firework prices skyrocketing
The rush has started to get fireworks for independence day! But as the Fourth of July gets closer, we could be seeing more empty shelves.
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Risch visits Idahoans from 82nd Airborne Division in Poland
US Senator Jim Risch, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, this weekend met with Idaho members of the 82nd Airborne Division stationed in Rzeszow, Poland while on a trip to Europe.
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TSA highlights security technologies, renovated checkpoint at Jackson Hole Airport
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) began screening travelers earlier Tuesday in a renovated security checkpoint at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), which reopened Tuesday after an 11-week planned closure.
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Pocatello announces new CFO
The City of Pocatello announced Eugene “Gene” Hill as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the City.
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