1 person injured in Bingham County fire
A person is recovering after a house fire in Bingham…
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Man arrested after Caldwell Park stabbing
A man is behind bars after a stabbing in Caldwell Park in Pocatello near South 8th…
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Be bear aware as bears emerge from dens
As bears become active this spring, remember to secure attractants of any kind and be bear…
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Online voter registration deadline for May primary election nears
Friday, April 26Â is the deadline to pre-register to vote using the online voter registration system ahead of the May 21Â primary election.…
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Officer-involved shooting: “Their actions were JUSTIFIED as an act of self-defense”
The Idaho Falls Police Department released body-cam footage from the EconoLodge standoff with Robert…
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When 911 goes down, how do we get the help we need?
Recently we have had two dispatch centers go down due to technical issues. One was in Madison County the other was in Bingham County. I wanted to…
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Local News 8 getting answers: The financial cost of accessing public records
Last month, we reported on a home invasion in Bingham County, Local news 8 was the first on the scene and led the coverage.…
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Middle school holds large-scale lockdown drill
“We always want our kids to feel safe and secure and that they understand what to do in these…
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Chad Daybell trial day 10
The Chad Daybell Trial enters it’s 10th day of…
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New reality series gives viewers a look into farming and ranching
A new reality series reveals the high-stakes world of farming and ranching in rural Missouri.…
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Shop fire damages estimated at $350K
A shop fire Wednesday in Rigby has caused an estimated $350,000 in…
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ISU Cheer Team returns from national competition
The Idaho State University Cheer Team heads to Daytona, Florida to compete in one of the largest competitions for cheer and…
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Pocatello High’s head basketball coach resigns
Pocatello Thunder’s Boys’ Basketball head coach, Joe Green, has…
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Five witnesses took the stand on Tuesday for day 9 of the Chad Daybell…
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Look out for utility lines while doing yard work
“Do not try to pinch it off [or] shut it off by yourself. It can be a dangerous…
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Governor Little highlights his Legislative success at Highland High School
Governor Little spoke to Highland High School students and staff about this year’s…
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How AI is helping reduce your carbon footprint
Google sustainability expert, Sarah Armstrong shares how new advancements in apps and AI are helping the planet…
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New technology spreading worldwide reports wildfires early to Fire officials
Dryad’s wildfire prevention technology expert, Carsten Brinkschulte shows how a new Silvanet network is helping detect wildfires…
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Will the NHL succeed in Salt Lake City? A breakdown of hockey in the region
As East Idaho has seen with the Spud Kings in Idaho Falls the last two years, hockey has grown in this area through the team’s success. With the NHL…
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Highland sweeps weekend series against Madison
After 17 games on the road, the Highland Rams opened up their season at Westmark Field in a major way with a two game sweep of the Madison…
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Snake River splits doubleheader against Filer
The Snake River Panthers spilt their doubleheader at home against Filer on Saturday…
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Many volunteers help out with cleanup of Mountain View Cemetery
Volunteers in bunches came out in a major way at the Mountain View cemetery in…
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27th annual Run with the Big Dogs on Saturday
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The 27th annual Run with the Big Dogs event took place on Saturday at Lower Ross Park. The event from The Friends of the…
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Goodbye Hello Craft Show brings out big crowd on Saturday
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Pocatello had a one stop shop of local businesses this weekend. The Goodbye Hello Craft Show was held on Saturday at the…
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Idaho State University hosts Bengal Visit Day
Future Bengals were checking out their future home in Pocatello on…
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City of Pocatello hosts hiring fair
The City of Pocatello held its annual hiring fair on Friday at the Public Works…
Continue Reading Daybell trial wraps up for the week
Friday is day 7 of the Chad Daybell trial.…
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Body-Cam Video: Deputy uses spike strip to stop chase
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office shared a video on social media Thursday of an officer using a spike strip to stop a high-speed chase on US…
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Melanie Gibb testifies in Chad Daybell Trial Day 6
Melanie Gibb took the stand Thursday to testify in at the Chad Daybell murder trial. Gibb is the former best friend of Lori…
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East Idaho Home and Garden Show returns this weekend after 4 year hiatus
The East Idaho Home and Garden Show is coming to the Mountain America Center Friday and…
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News you can use this morning – April 18, 2024
Power County is holding a public meeting tonight and a suspect is back in jail from the…
Continue Reading Day 6 Chad Daybell trial
Day 5 of the Chad Daybell Trial began with Rexburg Police Det. Chuck Kunsaitis taking the stand to present evidence of Lori Vallow’s bank accounts…
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Testimony in Daybell’s trial centers around text messages and emails
The Chad Daybell Trial continued with testimony centered on text messages, phone calls, and emails sent between Chad, Lori Vallow, and those…
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Mental Health Monday: It’s okay to admit you’re not okay when dealing with trauma
Trauma is a very common mental health condition, but is believed to affect more people than statistics…
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Restoration to Highland High School coming soon with House Bill 521 signed by Gov. Little
It’s been nearly a year ago when a portion of Highland High School was destroyed by a…
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News you can use this morning – April 15, 2024
Here are some new and updated stories this…
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Idaho Falls Eagles take down Centennial 13-4
The Idaho Falls girls lacrosse team picked up a big win on Saturday over Centennial, defeating the Patriots 13-4 in Ravsten…
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Multiple reports say Arizona Coyotes players have been informed the team is moving to Utah
According to multiple sources, including Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman and ESPN, Arizona Coyotes players and staff were informed Friday the team will…
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Blackfoot dominates, then Skyline comes back in a Friday doubleheader split
Both the Blackfoot Broncos and Skyline Grizz scored shutout victories Friday at Melaleuca Field, splitting a doubleheader to keep the top two spots…
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Bonneville takes game 1, then Idaho Falls grabs game 2 to split doubleheader
Both the Bonneville Bees and Idaho Falls picked up a victory and a defeat Friday in a doubleheader…
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Bannock County Emergency Management prepares residents for flooding
The Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is preparing for an active flooding…
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Visit Idaho Falls Experience and Gift Shop unveils its new revamped space
Visitors will get a new adventure at the Visit Idaho Falls Experience and Gift Shop. …
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Bear Lake County woman sentenced to 7.5 years for soliciting murder
A 31-year-old Ovid, Idaho woman was sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for soliciting murder, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced…
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Little appoints new trustee to Idaho State Historical Society Board
Justin L. Vipperman, from Wendell, is the newest member of the Idaho State Historical Society…
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AAA offers work zone safety tips
AAA is supporting the Idaho Transportation Department’s emphasis on work zone…
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Global Youth Service Month kicks off – Get involved with local projects
April 12 kicks off Global Youth Service Month brought to the area by JustServe of Idaho…
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Idaho Takes Flight: New Museum of Idaho exhibit opens
“That’s the kind of thing that really excites me about learning about history is getting to see these personal…
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Volunteers needed for Idaho Falls Zoo’s annual Clean Up Day
Zoo staff is asking for your help to tidy up the grounds during the annual Community Clean Up Day on Saturday, April…
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6th annual Southeast Idaho Military Gala back on Saturday
Military members and their families have an opportunity this weekend to have a special…
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Adult Prom returns to Pocatello this weekend
If you missed out on prom in high school, you have the opportunity on Saturday to have your second…
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Select Yellowstone roads open April 19
Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2024, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open to the public, weather…
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Bull Riding sells out Mountain America Center
Professional Bull Riders has sold out the Mountain America Center Friday and…
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Hillcrest scores 14th win of the season in dominating fashion over Bonneville
The Hillcrest Knights had it rolling Thursday afternoon against the Bonneville Bees, ultimately winning convincingly 10-0 to improve to 14-4 on the…
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Hillcrest sweeps Shelley in a doubleheader with 7-4 and 10-6 victories
The Hillcrest Knights were victorious twice on Thursday against the Shelley Russets, sweeping a twin billing with 7-4 and 10-6…
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Jefferson School District 251 names Ty Shippen as next Rigby Athletic Director
Ty Shippen is the new athletic director at Rigby High School. Jefferson Joint School District 251 made the announcement…
Continue Reading Chad Daybell trial continues with gruesome testimony
In day two of the Chad Daybell murder trial Thursday, we will hear more testimony from Rexburg detective Ray Hermosillo along with other witnesses…
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Bond to rebuild Highland High School no longer needed
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is now asking voters to vote no on an upcoming bond…
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Who is Robert Flores? What we know about the man involved in the Econo Lodge standoff
How is someone with a violent criminal history able to bond out of jail so…
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Flooding risk continues to grow in eastern Idaho
The flooding risk continues to grow in eastern…
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Yellowstone coyote nicknamed ‘Limpy’ tries to sucker tourists for food
Yellowstone National Park will fully open soon, and many people are excited to see the park’s natural beauty and…
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Virtual auditions to sing the National Anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo now open
Do you think you can sing? Would you like to sing the national anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, The War Bonnet Round…
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Public responds to Idaho Falls School District 91 budget cuts
Budget cuts were a contentious topic at Idaho Falls School District 91’s school board meeting on Wednesday.…
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“He knew her.” Prosecutor explains why intruder broke into Bingham County home
The Bingham County prosecutor said the man who invaded a Bingham County women’s home knew each…
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National parks will be offering free admission April 20
National Park Week is almost…
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Medical delivery drones could soon be in Idaho and Wyoming’s future
Zach Dougherty from 3I Law joined Local News 8 in the Morning today to share the latest advancements in medical delivery drones and how soon we could…
Continue Reading In triple-murder trial, prosecutor says Chad Daybell built ‘alternate reality’ to gain sex and money
An Idaho man charged with three murders in an unusual doomsday-focused case crafted an alternate reality so that he could fulfill “his desire for…
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Pay It Forward: CASA – Judicial District 7
“Committed to providing all abused, neglected, and/or abandoned children a voice in the court process and in the…
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Flood risk is increasing
Officials are starting to mitigate our local rivers to prevent…
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What leads to a police chase getting called off?
A police chase in West Yellowstone was called off recently after the suspect struck the chief’s car, causing it to roll over multiple times. The…
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Where is Idaho’s population boom coming from?
Like the Great Migration, that’s the comparison Idaho populations experts are giving to the gem state’s massive increase in population over the past…
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Suspect at large after ramming police vehicle during high-speed chase
The West Yellowstone Police Department is searching for a suspect who purposefully struck the police chief’s vehicle during a high-speed chase…
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Little signs ‘harmful materials’ library bill into law
Starting this summer, public libraries in Idaho could be sued by someone who feels a book that is harmful to minors is in the children’s or young…
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Man accused of murdering Christopher Tapp appears in court
The man accused of murdering Christopher Tapp made his first court appearance Wednesday…
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Blackfoot School District decides name for new school
Blackfoot School District #55 has a name for its new…
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Construction Combine gives students hands-on experience while helping local veterans
For the next two days, local students in our community will be learning valuable skills for the…
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New details released in Idaho Falls hotel shooting
New details in the standoff and officer-involved shooting at the EconoLodge in Idaho Falls…
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Law enforcement warns of suspicious man trying to enter unlocked houses
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office sent out an alert Tuesday saying a suspicious man is in the area checking for unlocked doors and trying to…
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Remains presumed to be Dylan Rounds found in northwestern Utah
Skeletal remains have been found in a remote area of northwestern Utah. Officials believe it may be those of Dylan…
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Idaho crimes becoming more common in national headlines
Over 120. That is how many times Idaho has made national headlines in the past six…
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Warning light prompts Boeing 737 to make emergency landing in Idaho
Officials say an Air Canada Boeing 737 flight headed from Mexico City to Vancouver, Canada, had an in-flight emergency and made an unscheduled…
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Opening arguments in Chad Daybell trial set to begin Wednesday
Opening arguments in the first degree murder case against Chad Daybell is set for Wednesday…
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Raising chickens vs buying eggs at the store
“You have to factor in how many chickens you want, how big you have to build your…
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FBI arrests man who allegedly pledged allegiance to ISIS and planned attacks on Idaho churches, DOJ says
CNN By Jack Forrest, CNN (CNN) — The FBI arrested a man on Saturday after he allegedly made plans to attack churches in Idaho and pledged his…
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Pocatello Environmental Fair scheduled for April 27 at Lookout Point
You can enjoy free food, admission and live music at the Pocatello Environmental Fair on Saturday, April…
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Pocatello’s annual hiring fair scheduled for April 19
If you in the market for full-time, summer or seasonal work, stop by the Public Works Annex Friday, April 19 any time from 2 to 7 p.m. for the…
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Nighttime detour planned for I-15/I-86 System Interchange this week
Work is expected to be complete in…
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Rock saves building from getting hit by a car
Two cars crashed into each other Monday morning, April 8, 2024, at North Holmes Avenue. and Lomax…
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Man in police custody after holding himself up in an Idaho Falls hotel room
Police have surrounded a motel in Idaho Falls. Idaho Falls Police said it’s an active situation and asked people to stay away.…
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Jury selected in Chad Daybell’s trial, opening arguments begin Wednesday
The final stages of jury selection Chad Daybell’s trial are…
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Local restaurant owner takes a look back at preparing for the 2017 eclipse
Between community planning meetings for business owners to packing grocery stores ahead of time, the City of Idaho Falls was prepared. The community…
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ITD responds to Chester community concerns surrounding Highway 20 project
More than 100 people in the small community of Chester, Idaho, are petitioning plans by the Idaho Transportation Department to consolidate Highway…
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Idaho gas prices up another 11 cents
It’s a familiar story, and one that Idaho drivers may soon tire of hearing.…
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YOUR PHOTOS: Eclipse 2024
Pictures of the April 8, 2024 eclipse…
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SIPH to hold free suicide prevention trainings for health care providers
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has partnered with SafeSide Prevention to provide free training for primary care…
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Food Truck Roundup returns to Pocatello on Monday
A popular attraction in the Gate City is making its…
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Local elementary students watch partial solar eclipse
Students around the region went outside and watched the partial…
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Downtown hair-cutting school hosts its first-ever ‘Barber Battles’
A new competition will allow many local barbers, and aspiring barbers, to show off their skills.…
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Idaho State’s offense shows out in spring football game
The Idaho State football team concluded their spring season on Saturday with their annual spring game at the ICCU…
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Zoo Idaho opens on Saturday
Animal enthusiasts will get their chance to visit the zoo this…
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Valentine Ballroom and Bridal hosting Bridal Gala
Wedding season is coming, and brides-to-be in Pocatello have a chance this weekend to…
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