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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Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan dead at the age of 71
By Kyle Feldscher, CNN (CNN) — Professional wrestler Terry Bollea, better known as Hulk Hogan, died on Thursday at the age of 71, according to…
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Jeremy Best sentencing hearing continues Thursday
A sentencing hearing continues on Thursday for Jeremy Best. Best pleaded guilty back in February to killing his wife Kali, their unborn child and…
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From ‘you’re a joke’ to ‘I’ve forgiven you’: Families of Idaho murder victims address Bryan Kohberger at sentencing
CNN By Eric Levenson, Dakin Andone, Maureen Chowdhury, Antoinette Radford, CNN (CNN) — The family of Kaylee Goncalves, one of the four…
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Four Idaho nonprofits to receive $10,000 grants, deadline to enter approaching
Four Idaho nonprofit groups will receive $10,000 grants, as part of the “$200 Million Moment” campaign from the Idaho Community Foundation and Idaho…
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Victor man who killed his wife, unborn infant, and son set to be sentenced Wednesday
Jeremy Best agreed to a plea deal with prosecutors back on February 13, 2025. The plea deal spares Best from the death penalty.…
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Red Cross offering movie tickets for blood donations through July
The American Red Cross is offering a free trip to see a summer blockbuster for people willing to donate blood through…
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Pocatello area transportation planners draft new project outlooks for 2026, public invited to take a look
The Bannock Transportation Planning Organization has released a draft of their fiscal year 2026 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) detailing…
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Staffing company seeking welders, general laborers to fill constant need in Southeast Idaho
American Staffing in Pocatello is on the lookout for laborers and welders to fill an increasing demand from industry clients in the Portneuf…
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Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath singer and godfather of heavy metal, dead at 76
By Hilary Clarke, CNN (CNN) — Ozzy Osbourne, the hellraising frontman of Black Sabbath and reality TV star, died Tuesday, his family shared. He…
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2 injured in box truck crash on Pine Creek Pass
A box truck tipped over on State Highway 31, over Pine Creek Pass, injuring two…
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Rollover near I-84, I-86 junction sends 3 to hospital
Three people were sent to the hospital from a rollover accident. It happened near the junction of Interstate 84 and Interstate 86, east of…
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I-15 accident sends two young men to hospital
Two 18-year-old men were taken to the hospital following an accident on I-15 Monday night south of Idaho Falls.…
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Quagga mussels found on boat at Grand Teton National Park
An Aquatic Invasive Species technician at Grand Teton National Park recently discovered quagga mussels on a boat arriving from Utah.…
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Three people killed in plane crash near West Yellowstone
Three people were killed in a plane crash south of West Yellowstone.…
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for new Exhibit Hall at Bannock County Fairgrounds
Bannock County has scheduled a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Exhibit Hall at the Fairgrounds in…
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Idaho Fish and Game finds new ways to estimate wolf population
The estimates show wolf numbers peak in May due to new pups being born, but the numbers start to decline afterwards due to hunting and other natural…
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Fremont County issues burn ban due to high fire danger
Fremont County is the latest county to restrict open burning on private land.…
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Burley Idaho LDS Temple open house set for November
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that an open house will be held in November for the Burley, Idaho…
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President Trump weighs in on Bryan Kohberger plea deal
President Donald Trump is weighing in on the upcoming Bryan Kohberger sentencing.…
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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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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, actor who starred as Theo in ‘The Cosby Show,’ dead at 54
By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor and artist who rose to fame as a child as Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby…
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New mapping tool provides river conditions along Snake River in Teton County, Wyo.
Fishermen and rafters can now use a new tool to identify where public and private land is located along the Snake River in Teton…
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Multi-Vehicle crash snarls traffic Sunday on I-15 near Blackfoot
Idaho State Police are investigating a crash that shut down I-15 near Blackfoot Sunday…
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Inside Idaho’s only maximum security prison where Bryan Kohberger may spend the rest of his life
By Alisha Ebrahimji, Alaa Elassar, CNN (CNN) — Idaho’s only maximum security prison could soon be home to Bryan Kohberger, the man who…
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Former Local News 8 sports anchor visits Idaho Falls for book tour
“I like to tell myself as a storyteller…as a sports broadcaster, we tell the stories of the coaches, the players and the games. I continued that…
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Man Dies After Competing in 29029 “Everesting” Competition
JACKSON, Wyoming (KIFI) — Slavya Leykind passed away at the age of 43 days after competing in a 29029 event in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Local news…
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Business fair helps kids become leaders of tomorrow
Participants had to make a product or service, develop their brand, and open for business for the…
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Police standoff in Jefferson County ends peacefully with suspect in custody
At around 3:37 PM, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies arrived at 531 N 4200 E in Rigby to serve a felony warrant. Patrick Burns, a 40-year-old Rigby…
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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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Rexburg man convicted for wildlife violations
After a two-year-long investigation completed by Conservation Officers at Idaho Department of Fish and Game, 46-year-old Nathan Archibald of Rexburg…
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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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Pocatello man sentenced to federal prison for trafficking drugs
Jack Edward Newsom, 43, of Pocatello, was sentenced to 121 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, Acting U.S.…
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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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Lightning-caused Double Springs fire being suppressed in Salmon-Challis National Forest
Firefighters in Custer County are on scene battling the Double Springs Fire, a lightning-caused brush and timber fire in the Salmon-Challis National…
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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…
Continue Reading 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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Coeur d’Alene Firefighter Dave Tysdal receives hero’s send-off, Governor’s support as rehab begins
On Tuesday, July 15, injured Coeur d’Alene firefighter Dave Tysdal was flown to a specialized rehabilitation hospital in Colorado, marking a…
Continue Reading 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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Firefighters make progress on southeast Idaho wildfires
The Rocky Knoll Fire and the Buckboard Fire are burning in southeast Idaho.…
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Runaway Idaho Falls teen located safe; Search continues for second runaway
The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for two runaway juveniles, Alyjah Malacara and Alayla Ellsworth. Miss Malacara and Miss Ellsworth did…
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Idaho Falls apparel company raises $10,000 for injured Coeur d’Alene firefighter
VAST Apparel in Idaho Falls has raised $1,000 to support the injured firefighters in last month’s Coeur d’Alene…
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SBA offers Drought Disaster Loans for Wyoming, Idaho small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private…
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3-Vehicle accident slows I-15 traffic near Blackfoot
Idaho State Police is investigating a three-vehicle property damage crash which occurred, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 12:17 PM, on Interstate 15,…
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Utah ranger who jumped into Provo River to save woman says he ‘wasn’t going to let her go under’
Tiffinie Wolf, who lives in South Jordan, was paddleboarding on the river when her foot became trapped under a trestle bridge. Despite wearing a life…
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Idaho Senators introduce bill to increase penalties for crime against First Responders
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) introduced the Graham Hoffman Act, which will make it a federal…
Continue Reading Reckless driver causes semi to lose hay bales on I-86
Idaho State Police said a reckless driver cut off a semi truck, causing some of the hay bales it was hauling to fall off the trailer and block the…
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BLM seeking public input on proposed campground fee increases
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pocatello Field Office is asking people to review a draft of a new budget plan which would increase and add fees…
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Bingham County issues burn ban
Bingham County Commissioners have issued a burn ban for the county beginning Wednesday, July 16, through September 30,…
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ISU receives state grant to bolster Pocatello’s wildfire preparedness
Idaho State University received a grant of around $141,000 from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management to fund a project to increase the Pocatello…
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West Nile Virus infected mosquitoes found in Bingham County
The Bingham County Abatement District’s mosquito control program, operated by Vector Disease Control International (VDCI), has detected the first…
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“Flying-Y” Interchange project in Pocatello wraps up
With the painting of final lane markers on the new roadway, construction at the I-86/I-15 “Flying-Y” System Interchange in Pocatello is coming to…
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Brush fire burns on the Idaho-Utah border
A brush fire near the Idaho-Utah border has grown to over 500 acres. The fire is west of Interstate 15 in the Samaria area.…
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Senator Crapo Breaks Down Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”
Since its introduction in May, President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill has been a dominant topic in the news. Now that it’s been signed into law, Local…
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Severe Thunderstrom Warning issued for Southeastern Idaho
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pocatello has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the majority of Southeastern Idaho, effective…
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Rexburg Police investigate Bunkhouse Apartments vehicle theft
The Rexburg Police are investigating the theft of a vehicle from Bunkhouse Apartments on July 8 around 8:50 AM. According to their Facebook page, an…
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Fall River Electric Cooperative responding to power outage East of Ashton
The Fall River Electric Cooperative is reporting a power outage impacting customers residing east of Ashton. While the exact cause is currently…
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Butte City Mayor charged with brandishing a gun during city council meeting
Butte City Mayor Kevin J. Turner was arrested after pulling out a gun during a city council meeting on July 10, 2025.…
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CEI’s Great Race for Education returns on Friday
On Friday, July 18 at 10 a.m., the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Foundation will unleash 17 teams into the wilds of Snake River Landing for one of…
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River Rescue: Fishermen rescued after boat overturns below Idaho Falls
Two men were safely rescued this afternoon after their boat overturned on the Snake River, just below the falls near downtown Idaho Falls. Bonneville…
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Search & Rescue crews lift injured hiker from remote canyon
Fremont County Search and Rescue (FCSAR) successfully pulled off a tricky high-line rope rescue this past Sunday, July 13, to extract an injured…
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Deer Creek Fire, at almost 13,000 acres, crosses into Colorado from Utah as containment grows to 7%
The Deer Creek Fire, which started in eastern Utah and has already destroyed several structures, has crossed the state line into Colorado, state fire…
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Jefferson County Lake hosts important first responder water rescue training Wednesday
This Wednesday, July 16, Jefferson County Lake will be the site of a significant water rescue training exercise involving local first…
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Sportman’s Park set for a major overhaul
Sportsman’s Park is set to receive a significant overhaul thanks to a collaborative effort by Bingham County Parks and Recreation, emergency…
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“Our world is forever changed:” Beloved Idaho Falls Couple dies weeks apart after tragic crash
Barbara Turner, the co-founder/director of the Snake River Montessori School and the second passenger involved in the fatal rollover crash on June…
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Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department
CNN By Devan Cole, John Fritze and Sunlen Serfaty, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Monday said President Donald Trump may proceed with his…
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Protecting Children in the Digital World: Local psychiatrist’s guide to keeping kids and teens safe online
A 12-year-old Idaho Falls girl was safely located in Colorado Sunday evening, a day after police say she left home with two adult men Saturday night.…
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Utah family rescued after their van rolls into the Snake River
A family of 6 was rescued today, July 14, after their minivan ended up in the Snake River. The accident happened just after noon on Snake River Road,…
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Ammon Construction: 1st Street Bridge in Ammon closing for up to 6 weeks starting July 21st
Beginning Monday, July 21, the 1st Street Bridge in Ammon will be closed as crews complete construction of the bridge. The bridge will be closed for…
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Idaho approves funding for Next Generation 911
Idaho is taking a major leap into the future of emergency services with the approved funding for Next Generation 911 (NG911). The program will…
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Gear up for summer adventures: ISU’s Outdoor Adventure Center has you covered
“We have some really high-quality, durable gear, and you can test it before you buy it,” said Bryce Walker, outdoor recreation and climbing wall…
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Play All Summer Long: Portneuf District Library highlights free game & sports equipment rentals
The Portneuf District Library is featuring their vast collection of games and sports equipment available for patrons to check out and enjoy this…
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US semiconductor manufacturing: Idaho National Lab spearheads US push for tech dominance
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has been tapped for a crucial role: it will now serve as the chief digital officer for a new national initiative…
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DOJ drops charges against Utah doctor accused of falsifying Covid-19 vaccine records
The Department of Justice has abruptly dropped all charges against a Utah doctor and three of his associates who were accused of destroying Covid-19…
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Negotiations peacefully end standoff at Pocatello home
A tense early morning situation on Horizon Drive ended peacefully Sunday, July 13, after Pocatello Police successfully negotiated with occupants of a…
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Grassy Fire near St. Anthony contained after burning over 2,000 acres
The Grassy Fire is estimated to be at about 2,018 acres on Saturday morning, according to the South Fremont Fire…
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Locals hold car show to raise suicide awareness
Everyone came together to enjoy the cars and each other’s company. They also had an open mic so people could share their experiences related to…
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12-year-old girl has been found safe; suspects in custody
UPDATE 6:44 p.m. Tatiana Fuentes has been located in Colorado and is safe, according to the Idaho Falls Police Department.
The suspects are in…
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Art Museum of Eastern Idaho hosts annual Chalk Fest
Visitors got to draw on the sidewalks, learn techniques, and see professional artists make colorful…
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Developing Story: US-20 Crash, 5 taken to a local hospital
The Idaho Transportation Department is reporting a crash on US-20 near 105th N. in Idaho Falls. The left lane is currently blocked, according to…
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Coroner identifies Blackfoot man killed in I-15 crash north of Chubbuck
Authorities in Bannock County have identified the man killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 Thursday night as 31-year-old Darold…
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Stay safe outdoors: emergency preparedness for campers
In light of what’s happening in Texas, local emergency responders are being reminded the public of a few things to consider if you plan on going…
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Emergency responders on scene of St. Anthony Fire
Emergency responders in St. Anthony are on the scene of a fire near the Siddoway Elk Ranch off Red Road in the Sand Dunes area. Witnesses have…
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Warm water temperatures and low river flows prompt fishing closures in Yellowstone
Effective Saturday, July 12, 2025, select Yellowstone National Park rivers will close to fishing due to warm water temperatures and low river flows.…
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Marshall Public Library collecting crocheted pieces for veteran support project
“It’s different than anything that we’ve done before, so I thought it would be a really fun program for us to do as well,” said Amy Azzouzat, the…
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Pocatello area businesses turn out for Chamber of Commerce’s annual Golf Scramble
“We have companies from all over the area here sponsoring holes, set up on holes, and then we’ve got golf teams from all over the area visiting those…
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Salt Lake City business starts GoFundMe for Cooper family after fatal Island Park crash
“Such a tragic event with a life taken way too soon. Sunroom Coffee wants to help support the Cooper family in any way we can for their loss [and]…
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