A timeline of the killings of four University of Idaho students
Court documents have been unsealed after the suspect in the November fatal stabbings of four University of Idaho students made his first court…
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Man accused of killing Idaho college students in court
The man accused in the November slayings of four University of Idaho students was extradited to Idaho, where he’s charged with four counts of…
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Suspect in the Idaho college student killings returned home for the holidays weeks after the crime. Here’s what we know about him
d in connection with the November killings of four University of Idaho students who were found stabbed to death attended a nearby university in…
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New Salmon-Cobalt/Leadore District Ranger announced
The Salmon-Challis National Forest announced Bobbi Filbert as the District Ranger for the Salmon-Cobalt/Leadore Ranger…
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Former Ada County Coroner to advise Bannock County in developing Forensic Pathology Center
Bannock County officials recently hired former Ada County Coroner Dotti Owens to advise in the development of the East Idaho Forensic Pathology…
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DEQ awards nearly $31 million to nine drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Thursday announced the award of $30,304,970 in construction grants to nine drinking water and…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,125 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 17 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,125 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths in the last…
Continue Reading EXPLAINER: Next steps and new details in Idaho killings
It’s been weeks since four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death in their beds, and now some of the mystery surrounding the case may…
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And the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle Winning Number is…
The Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle is the Idaho Lottery’s most anticipated game of the…
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What is being done about potholes?
The City of Idaho Falls says the recent weather conditions have wreaked havoc on city roads, causing potholes and other hazardous conditions.…
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Visit from professional welders encourage local students interested in pursuing trades
The Blue Collar Tour made a stop in Idaho Falls…
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More harm than good: Why you shouldn’t feed backyard deer
Despite good intentions, supplemental feeding of deer often harms them, frequently resulting in their death.…
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Counties with the longest life expectancy in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of counties with above average life expectancy in Idaho using data from the University of Wisconsin Population Health…
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‘KNOW Vape’ teen video contest
Eastern Idaho Public Health is looking for creative teens to enter into a video contest about…
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Applications open for 2023 Pocatello’s “Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship”
Class of 2023 high school graduating seniors can now apply for Pocatello’s “Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral…
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Man charged in students’ killings might be headed to Idaho
Authorities say the man accused in the November slayings of four University of Idaho students has left a Pennsylvania jail in the custody of state…
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Foot found in Yellowstone hot pool, but case is still murky
National Park Service documents released Tuesday offer new details but no solid clues as to what happened to a missing man whose foot was found…
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S. Higbee Avenue Road temporarily closed
A portion of S. Higbee Avenue, from E 17th Street north to E 14th Street, in Idaho Falls is temporarily closed to thru traffic for bridge…
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Idaho gas prices fall to ring in 2023
Idaho drivers are still basking in holiday cheer by paying some of the state’s lowest gas prices in a year, but winter weather and year-end travel…
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Third annual Ammon Icy Inferno set Jan. 21
The third annual Ammon Icy Inferno Christmas Tree Bonfire and Fireworks event will be held Saturday, January 21,…
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Idaho slayings suspect waives right to fight extradition
A criminology graduate student charged in the November slayings of four University of Idaho students waived his right to an extradition hearing in a…
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January is National Radon Action Month
January is National Radon Action Month, reminding you to test your residence, office, or rental for radon gas.…
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Setting a New Year’s Resolution? You may want to reevaluate your list.
Based on a survey, the most popular New Year’s Resolutions for 2024 in America are focused around improving fitness, finance and mental…
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Students excited about returning to Rexburg in the new year
After a few short weeks of winter break, students from all over are once again preparing to call Rexburg home as they prepare for their studies in a…
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Mountain View Hospital welcomes first baby born in 2023
Isabella Rain Torres was born to Michelle Wellons and Ed Torres on January 2, 2023 at 9:16 a.m. as the first baby born at Mountain View Hospital this…
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Bannock County adopts pretrial justice improvements, to begin using Public Safety Assessment in 2023
The Bannock County Adult Probation and Pretrial Department is unveiling a new pretrial risk assessment in an effort to safely reduce the number of…
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New Years first Babies in Pocatello and Idaho Falls
Atreyu James Patrick French, Portneuf Medical Center’s (PMC) 2023 New Year’s Baby.…
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How to avoid slipping and falling on the ice
While many focus on road accidents and winter sports injuries, a major winter hazard is slipping and falling on the ice. Here’s how you can avoid…
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First Baby of the New Year rewarded with gifts
Grove Creek Medical Center welcomes first baby of…
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How to prepare for cold weather driving
As we enjoy a short respite from the ice and snow, experts at AAA say now is the time to prepare for more cold…
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Stabbing in Blackfoot leaves man critically injured
The Blackfoot Police Department received a report of a stabbing that occurred at Short Stop gas station located at 985 S Broadway St. in Blackfoot at…
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Local Law Enforcement issues reminder to welcome in the New Year safely
As many are preparing to welcome in the New Year Saturday Local Law Enforcement is coming together to remind us to be responsible as we welcome in…
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Suspect in the Idaho college student killings returned home for the holidays weeks after the crime. Here’s what we know about him
By Paul P. Murphy, Christina Maxouris and Alaa Elassar, CNN The man arrested in connection with the November killings of four University of Idaho…
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12 ITD snowplows hit in December, more than all season last year
With the early winter’s much-needed precipitation, comes an unprecedented number of…
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Details in arrest of suspect in murders of University of Idaho students
Bryan Kohberger, 28 facing four counts of murder in the first…
Continue Reading Moscow Police believe suspect acted alone
Moscow Police on Saturday saying they believe Bryan Kohberger acted alone. They do not plan on making any additional arrests at this time.…
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Idaho Has POWERBALL First Millionaire of the Year Finalist on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve on KIFI
Christopher LePeilbet, from Post Falls, is one of twenty-nine finalists from around the country in New York City for the iconic Times Square New…
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Rexburg strives to keep roads safe this winter
The early onset of winter has started to create issues for the roads in and around the city of Rexburg. Despite the early onset the city has…
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After Christmas sledding enjoying the snow after the holiday
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI)- The colorful packages under the tree have been unwrapped and Danny Jones and his family decided to get outside for some fun in…
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Chad Daybell’s attorney wants to delay trial again
Chad Daybell’s attorney John Prior filed a motion on December 23 to object to the Court’s Scheduling Order of the upcoming…
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At-home strep throat test – A clinical study
Checkable Medical searches for participants to help advance at-home strep throat test clinical trial. Find out how you can participate and bring it…
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Blast Off! celebrates 26 years of fun
In Dec. 1996, Blast Off! opened their doors for the first time. They have been providing family fun for 26 years…
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Area roads icy, slick, and dangerous
The Idaho Transportation Department reports conditions this morning are extremely slick on I-15 between Blackfoot and Idaho Falls.…
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A time honored tradition hoping to spread Christmas Joy
After Bonnie Lue Broulim was given a smaller organ by a family member who couldn’t play anymore due to a move. After that Bonnie Lue knew exactly…
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Idaho Falls Grocery Outlet cleaning up after water pipe break
On the night before Christmas a water pipe broke in the ceiling at the new Idaho Falls Grocery Outlet.…
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AAA tips for safe holiday travel
As more snow and cold weather move through our area, experts at AAA are helping travelers be prepared. A safe trip starts before you put the key into…
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Post-Christmas drive home sees gas prices lowering
Prices in Idaho are 63.2 cents per gallon lower than a month…
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Bell Choir welcomes weary holiday travelers
The Idaho Falls regional airport has been surprising holiday travelers to help them ring in the holiday season. This year the airport invited local…
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Family fight ends in claimed self-defense shooting
Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies investigate a shooting north of Idaho Falls Tuesday evening.…
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Very cold conditions on Thursday morning
Wind chill temperatures reached below zero for all of Eastern Idaho on Thursday…
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Idaho Falls Airport packed with holiday travelers
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The holiday travel season is in full swing. According to airport director Rick Cloutier, the Idaho Falls regional airport…
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New indoor pickleball facility in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Spitfire Pickleball is a brand new indoor pickleball facility — the first of its kind in Idaho Falls. “Seems like you…
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Counties with the shortest life expectancy in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of counties with below average life expectancy in Idaho using data from the University of Wisconsin Population Health…
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Ornamental Yew: Toxic to wintering wildlife
Japanese yew is an evergreen suitable for much of Idaho’s climate, which makes it attractive for landscaping. Unfortunately, it’s also…
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My Artrepreneur Program comes to Pocatello
Registration is now open for the 2023 course to be held in…
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Hunters and anglers: Use caution this winter when using boats
Nearly every year, there is a boating accident in Idaho involving duck hunters or winter…
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Save money with these energy-saving tips for winter
Colder weather often means more time…
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CWD detected in new Wyoming elk hunt area
This marks the fifth elk hunt area where CWD has been detected this…
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Four organizations chosen to operate youth crisis centers in Idaho
The centers will provide a place for youth to go if they are experiencing a behavioral health…
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All 19 Idaho ski areas open during the holidays
Skiers and snowboarders throughout Idaho have much to celebrate this holiday season, with all 19 Gem State ski areas either already open or opening…
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‘Alexa, you didn’t thank my driver, but I will’
Neighbors coming together to thank their delivery driver after finding out Amazon’s $5 tip appreciation program, “Alexa, thank my driver,” doesn’t…
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Minor earthquake near Stanley
A minor earthquake struck Stanley Wednesday…
Continue Reading Idaho police: Oregon sedan not connected to students’ deaths
Idaho police say they’ve determined that a white sedan found in Oregon is not connected to the Nov. 13 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho…
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Teton County Road & Levee lifts no unnecessary travel advisory
Teton County Road and Levee advise the public of No Unnecessary Travel on County-maintained Roads from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday until further…
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School closures for Thursday, Dec. 22
The following school districts will be closed on Thursday, Dec.…
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Keep your pipes safe as temperatures drop
Temperatures have been on the way down all week as we go even lower in the days ahead local plumbers say it can be trouble for your…
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Idaho winter storms cause an impact on holiday travel
Recent heavy winter winds have closed the highways that lead into Driggs as snow is being tossed over the road and plows are not able to clean the…
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Idaho Falls man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit arrested an Idaho Falls man on…
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Wyoming Supreme Court won’t weigh in on abortion ban for now
The Wyoming Supreme Court has declined to answer questions involving a lawsuit over the state’s new abortion…
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Wyoming bullishly courts crypto, even after collapse of FTX
With a suite of new laws and regulations, Wyoming as positioned itself as arguably the friendliest state for crypto companies.…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,336 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,336 new COVID-19 cases and 16 new deaths in the last…
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D91 discusses split session schedule after failed bond
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls School District 91 is looking for solutions after their most recent bond failed in November. Among the…
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Idaho gas prices fuel holiday getaways
113 million Americans, including 646,000 Idahoans, will take a vacation to end the…
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FDA authorizes, CDC recommends bivalent COVID-19 booster for younger age groups
Last week, the CDC expanded the use of updated (bivalent) COVID-19 vaccines for children ages six months through five years.…
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Idaho 7th youngest state in the nation, swapping spots with Nebraska
Idaho continues to be one of the youngest states in the nation with a median age of 36.8…
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Rocky Mountain Power turns holiday lights green across Idaho, Wyoming and Utah
From Hogle ZooLights to Ogden’s Christmas Village and from Preston’s Festival of Lights to Laramie’s Winter Lights Festival, Rocky Mountain…
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DEQ lifts Air Quality Advisory for Franklin County
The Idaho Department of Environmental Equality has lifted the Air Quality Advisory for Franklin…
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8 snowplows hit this season, ITD calls on drivers to be more cautious
So far this season across Idaho, drivers have caused eight crashes with snowplows.…
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Bannock Sheriff’s Office still searching for missing person
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is still seeking information on the whereabouts of 86-year-old Michael Smith…
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Inmate fails to return from work release
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies are seeking the public’s help in located an inmate who failed to return to the jail from Work Release. …
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US 191/189 Hoback Canyon closure canceled
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 for Wednesday Dec. 21, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. for avalanche…
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Idaho police still seek car seen near slain students’ home
Idaho Police investigating the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students say they’re working with law enforcement in Eugene, Oregon, to…
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport transitioning to cashless payment for parking lots
Parking at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is easier than ever as the region’s premier airport destination switches to cashless parking…
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Drivers urged to be careful in upcoming storm
With a severe winter storm predicted by the National Weather Service, the Idaho Transportation Department in east Idaho reminds drivers to take…
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Sled Shed is donating bikes to people in need
The holiday season is often the season of giving, and the Sled Shed-Bikes and board shop in Rexburg has found a way on how to do just that.…
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The most wonderful time of the year can be crippling to some
What may be the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ for some, could bring depression and loneliness to others dealing with seasonal affective disorder,…
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Curative COVID-19 Testing Site closing starting Dec. 29
Beginning Dec. 29, 2022, the Curative COVID-19 testing site in Teton County, Wyo. will be…
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Gas prices drop to lowest level in 18 months for Christmas travelers, $2.99 likely
Those heading out on the road for the holidays will receive the gift they’ve been waiting for all year: lower gas prices.…
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Pedigree Stage Stop Race announces 2023 race dates and competitors
Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race organizers announce the official schedule for the 2023…
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Pebble Creek has early success with start of ski season
The Pebble Creek Ski Area in Inkom is a local fan favorite, and during the offseason, they wanted to maintain what they…
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Extensive damage to Inkom Fire Chief’s home Saturday
The home involved in the fire was the residence of Inkom Fire Chief Johnny Ketner and his family.…
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Out-of-state drug traffickers prosecuted in federal court
Three out-of-state individuals were recently prosecuted in federal court for bringing illicit drugs into the Magic Valley area, announced U.S.…
Continue Reading Tips and leads into University of Idaho murders hit 10,000 mark
The number of tips and leads that have come in as part of the investigation has hit the 10,000 mark.…
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Disturbance call results in felony drug arrest
An Idaho Falls man is in custody after Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a disturbance call and found possession of…
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Teton Lakes Winter Park returns for its second season
After a successful inaugural season, the Teton Lakes Golf course has once again been converted into a winter activity paradise.…
Continue Reading Idaho gas prices down nearly 14 cents
Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 13.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.61/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…
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Holiday hours at Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Center in December
The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Center will have holiday hours Dec. 19 through Jan. 2 due to a shortage of lifeguard…
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Decked timber under timber sale contract
The Salmon-Challis National Forest recently sold two timber sales of decked…
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Idaho State honors graduates at Winter Commencement Ceremony
Idaho State University conferred 737 degrees and certificates at the Winter commencement ceremony on Saturday in Holt…
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EBR-I opens Tuesday to celebrate anniversary
Looking for a winter day…
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