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Pocatello 13-year-old wins award at national invention competition

June 30, 2025 6:25 PM Sam Ross

Porter Meyers, a 13-year-old from Pocatello, recently won third place in the seventh grade category at the RTX Invention Convention US Nationals in…

Search for missing Jefferson County teens expands to Colorado, Arizona, and South Dakota

June 30, 2025 12:03 PM Seth Ratliff

The search for two missing Jefferson County teens, 13-year-old Allen Fisher and 15-year-old Rachelle Fisher, has expanded once again, due to new…

Suspected gunman in fatal ambush of firefighters has been found dead

June 29, 2025 5:29 PM Noah Farley

The Kootenai County Sheriff tells ABC News the firefighters were responding to a fire on Canfield Mountain. When the firefighters arrived, someone…

Kids send water-powered rockets into the sky

June 29, 2025 3:36 PM Noah Farley

Idaho State University’s Physics Department students taught the kids a little about physics and showed them how to build their own water-powered…

Saturday sees busy events in Eastern Idaho

June 28, 2025 6:04 PM Noah Farley

“We’re just here meeting people. I’m really having a good time discussing the artwork and showing people my portfolio and having different…

“Truth and Reconciliation” Conference held to voice concerns on Victor Perez shooting

June 28, 2025 9:06 AM Curtis Jackson

Attorneys of the Victor Perez family are hosting a “Truth and Reconciliation Conference” in Pocatello on Saturday to allow citizens to voice their…

Nationwide search intensifies for missing Jefferson County FLDS teens

June 27, 2025 5:08 PM Ariel Jensen

Organizations across the country are helping with the search for 13-year-old Allen Fisher and 15-year-old Rachelle…

Pocatello-Chubbuck school board chair addresses updated cellphone policy

June 27, 2025 3:24 PM Sam Ross

“We really just want more of a focused education atmosphere,” said Deanna Judy, Pocatello-Chubbuck School Board…

TRAVEL ALERT: Teton Pass to close Friday night through Monday morning

June 27, 2025 1:08 PM Curtis Jackson

The Wyoming Department of Transportation will close Wyoming State Highway 22, Teton Pass, beginning Friday night through Monday morning.…

Popular Lavender Festival returns to Inkom June 27

June 26, 2025 2:19 PM Sam Ross

Inkom Lavender Farm, Lavender Lane, is hosting their third annual Lavender Festival on June 27 and 28, with live music, local food and vendors, and…

ITD preps streets for festive Fourth of July

June 26, 2025 6:50 PM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is touching up Main roads in several towns to ensure smooth streets in time for 4th of July…

“It’s just time:” Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti announces he won’t seek re-election in 2026

June 26, 2025 12:27 PM News Team

The city of Ammon will have a new mayor in 2026. In a social media post, Sean Coletti announced he will not be seeking re-election, saying, “It’s…

Bison dies in Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Spring

June 26, 2025 11:57 AM Noah Farley

On Saturday, June 21, Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park became the site of a truly “heartbreaking” event. Tourists watched,…

Map showing areas of Pocatello where absolutely no fireworks are allowed.

Pocatello holds town hall on fireworks

June 26, 2025 10:36 PM Phillip Willis

“Anything that says ‘explosion’ on the firework itself, they will talk about leaving the ground, those are illegal fireworks…” says Dean Bullock,…

Bannock County announces county-wide burn ban starting July 1

June 25, 2025 4:21 PM Sam Ross

Fire departments across Bannock County have announced a unified, county-wide burn ban set to begin on July 1. This ban prohibits all open burning…

Ammon’s 17th Street bridge opens to three lanes; Full access expected by July 4th

June 25, 2025 3:34 PM Phillip Willis

After months of detours and delays, the 17th Street bridge in Ammon is now open to 3 lanes of travel. According to the City of Ammon, the remaining…

Fire danger elevated to “High” in Teton area

June 25, 2025 12:05 PM News Release

Fire managers have raised the fire danger rating to “high” across Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk…

Four arrested for alleged drag racing in Grand Teton National Park

June 25, 2025 11:32 AM Seth Ratliff

A group of four were arrested yesterday after allegedly drag racing high-end luxury sports cars on Teton Park Road, a scenic and heavily used…

Doomsday Mom demands new trial in Brandon Boudreaux attempted murder case

June 25, 2025 11:04 AM Seth Ratliff

Convicted killer Lori Vallow Daybell, often referred to as the “Doomsday Mom,” has filed a motion demanding a new trial in Arizona. She was recently…

Community All-Stars: Master Scott Southwick promoted to Grandmaster

July 6, 2025 9:22 AM Kailey Galaviz

Confidence can be difficult to build, but within the walls of Southwick Black Belt Academy, it blossoms. Much of that is thanks to Grandmaster Scott…

Blackfoot development project is getting mixed reviews

June 24, 2025 10:43 PM Max Gershon

Residents of Blackfoot are raising concerns over a proposed expansion called Honeybrook 4.…

As measles cases spread to nearby states, Idaho health officials stress vaccination

June 24, 2025 4:14 PM Ariel Jensen

Health officials in Idaho are urging caution as the CDC continues to confirm increasing Measles cases across the United States. Over the weekend,…

Produce truck rollover blocks traffic on Highway 26; No injuries reported

June 24, 2025 3:19 PM Linda Larsen

A Semi-truck rollover is blocking traffic along milepost 390 of Highway 26, near the Palisades Reservoir. The accident happened around 1:59 PM on…

Teton County Search and Rescue aids injured runner in Phillips Canyon

June 24, 2025 12:43 PM News Team

A man is recovering after getting hurt in Phillips Canyon. On Sunday, June 22, the 35-year-old man was trail running alone when he went down with a…

Center Stage Theatre announces 2026 lineup

June 23, 2025 8:32 PM Seth Ratliff

Center Stage Theatre is drawing back the curtain and shining a spotlight on their 2026 Season of shows. The theatre says they are thrilled for their…

Rocking new musical debuts for ISU Farm Bureau Summer Theatre 2025 season

June 24, 2025 12:18 PM Sam Ross

“It’s funny, but it also shows the battles that children can face and how they feel like they can’t be heard,” said Hannah Christensen, a Pocatello…

Pocatello Water Dept. to start main line replacement project in Historic Downtown on Wednesday

June 24, 2025 12:18 PM Sam Ross

The Pocatello Water Department will start replacing a stretch of water main line on South Arthur Ave. between West Whitman St. and West Terry St. in…

Chip sealing to begin Wednesday at I-86 and I-15 System Interchange

June 24, 2025 1:48 PM News Release

Beginning tomorrow, the Idaho Transportation Department will chip seal the System Interchange in Pocatello. Once this work is complete, the roadway…

Detectives stumped on vehicle involved in FLDS children disappearance

June 24, 2025 9:29 AM Curtis Jackson

Detectives with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s office said the car thought to be involved in taking two children from the Monteview area was not in…

ISP investigates pedestrian accident on I-15 south of Idaho Falls

June 24, 2025 9:04 AM Curtis Jackson

Idaho State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian on Interstate 15, just south of Idaho…

Mother of missing teens speaks with Local News 8

June 23, 2025 10:15 PM Chris Nestman

Elizabeth Roundy, mother of two kidnapped teens, speaks with Local News 8.…

Mother fears missing Idaho teens taken by FLDS amidst disturbing revelations

June 23, 2025 9:09 AM Chris Nestman

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is looking Allen Larand Fisher, 13, and Rachael Leray Fischer, 15. They were reported missing on Sunday, June 22,…

Bancroft structure fires contained; Crews remain on scene

June 20, 2025 5:42 PM News Team

Fire crews in Bancroft are working to battle several structure fires affecting homes and other buildings on Main Street.

Bannock County firefighters…

Senator Risch shares thoughts hours before U.S. makes air strikes in Iran

June 22, 2025 6:35 PM Stephanie Lucas

“I am going to support the president. I know what his options are. He will take one of those options. And I have every confidence it will be the…

Senator Jim Risch addresses proposal to sell off public lands at Idaho GOP summer meeting

June 21, 2025 6:42 PM Stephanie Lucas

Delegates from all over the state voiced opinions on any changes they think need to happen within the Idaho Republican Party.…

Community All-Stars: Camp Magical Moments healing kids with cancer

June 22, 2025 8:18 AM Kailey Galaviz

A cancer diagnosis is life-changing. For children who have and are facing this battle, it can feel isolating. But one special camp nestled in the…

Idaho designates June 18th as USS Idaho Day

June 19, 2025 1:38 PM Seth Ratliff

The Gem State now officially recognizes June 18th as U.S.S. Idaho Day. Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper presented the proclamation on behalf of all…

Warm waters force afternoon fishing closures in parts of Yellowstone National Park

June 19, 2025 11:52 AM News Release

Effective Thursday, June 19, 2025, select Yellowstone National Park rivers and streams will close to fishing daily from 2 p.m. to sunrise the…

Years-long investigation leads to new arrests in Ralph Brian murder case

June 18, 2025 10:52 AM Seth Ratliff

A Madison County grand jury has indicted Ryler Jensen, 28, and Anthony Dean Wilson, 33, on charges connected to the brutal 2021 home invasion and…

Perez family and lawyers to hold press conference ahead of Truth and Reconciliation town hall

June 18, 2025 3:44 PM Linda Larsen

The conference will allow Pocatello citizens and members of the Fort Hall Reservation to voice concerns
regarding the Victor Perez shooting as well…

Idaho taps $300K from emergency fund to transport illegal immigrant criminals to ICE

June 18, 2025 3:39 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho State Board of Examiners has unanimously approved $300,000 in funding to the Idaho State Police (ISP) for transporting convicted criminals…

Pocatello’s new Optimist Skatepark nears completion

June 18, 2025 4:04 PM Sam Ross

Crews from Pocatello Parks and Rec and Artisan Skateparks are putting the finishing touches on the brand new Optimist Skatepark with plans for it to…

Utah Jazz player Oscar Tshiebwe visits Pocatello for meet-and-greet with rec teams and public

June 18, 2025 2:10 PM Sam Ross

“We have a short time with the kids, but I want to just continue it because I love spending time with kids,” said Tshiebwe. “This is one of my…

City of Pocatello addresses complaints of dry grass

June 17, 2025 4:55 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello Parks and Rec is addressing online complaints of dry grass around the city and in the Mountain View Cemetery.

According to Parks and Rec…

Rexburg Police host annual special needs lunch, building community connections

June 17, 2025 5:06 PM Ariel Jensen

Dozens joined the special needs lunch at Potter Park in Rexburg, hosted by the Rexburg Police Department. Those who came out got to eat hot dogs…

Controversial proposal in Congress threatens millions of acres of western public lands

June 17, 2025 3:38 PM News Team

Up to 22 million acres of public land in Idaho and nearly 15 million acres in Wyoming could be sold off if a controversial proposal in Congress…

Teton Pass closure rescheduled to June 27-30 to complete Big Fill fix

June 6, 2025 11:20 AM Seth Ratliff

Nearly a year after the devastating Big Fill landslide, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is entering the final stages of repairs on…

Bear Prairie leaving Idaho Falls Power for new industry role

June 17, 2025 12:45 PM News Release

“During his nearly 15-year tenure, Bear has made an indelible mark on our organization and community. His leadership, technical expertise, and…

Summer travel at Idaho Falls Regional Airport

June 17, 2025 12:20 PM Maggie Moore

With Idaho Falls Regional Airport at capacity, how you can make summer travel easier.…

Idaho State Board of Education holding meeting on ISU campus

June 17, 2025 3:38 PM Sam Ross

Agenda items for the meeting include a bond request from the University of Idaho to fund student housing projects, consideration of contract…

ISU Robotics Club to defend national title at competition next week

June 17, 2025 3:39 PM Sam Ross

“I couldn’t be more proud of them,” said Brody Holyoak, senior clinical instructor for ISU’s Robotics Program. “I like to push my students, and this…

Pocatello aquarium and exotic pet store opens doors to new location

June 16, 2025 4:47 PM Sam Ross

A popular aquarium and exotic pet store in Pocatello is swimming along in its new location after leaving the Pine Ridge Mall earlier this year.…

I-15 lane reductions begin Tuesday near Blackfoot for paving project

June 16, 2025 3:10 PM Seth Ratliff

Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will reduce traffic on Interstate 15 between Rose/Firth Exit 98 and…

Idaho Falls Police capture ‘armed and dangerous:’ stabbing suspect

June 16, 2025 10:20 AM Seth Ratliff

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Daytona “Tony” Travis, a person of interest in connection with a…

Staying hydrated this summer

June 16, 2025 11:17 AM Maggie Moore, Kailey Galaviz

Staying hydrated is essential year-round, but it becomes even more crucial during the summer when long days leave you feeling depleted.

Registered…

Motor Vu drive-in briefly halts showing after small fire Saturday

June 16, 2025 10:59 AM News Team

Everyone is safe after a fire at Motor Vu Drive-In over the weekend. Motor Vu staff had to pause the movie early Saturday morning after a small…

One dead, one in custody, after Salt Lake City “No Kings” protest shooting

June 16, 2025 10:47 AM News Team

Officers arrested 24-year-old Arturo Gamboa, who had an AR-15-style rifle and a gas mask and was injured in the incident. But police say he wasn’t…

Caregivers are needing support

June 16, 2025 10:06 AM Kailey Galaviz

Many Americans are, or at some point will become, family caretakers. But as Edward Jones has found, caregivers are facing financial, emotional and…

Idaho State Police investigating crash after driver goes off Perrine Bridge

June 15, 2025 6:44 PM News Team

A person is dead after driving off the Perrine Bridge on US Highway 93 near milepost…

“No Kings” marches happen all over eastern Idaho

June 14, 2025 10:49 PM Chris Nestman

In alignment with national protests, Idahoans used their first amendment right to express their dissatisfaction with the Trump…

Idaho Falls rings in Juneteenth with music festival

June 14, 2025 6:11 PM Abi Martin

“People see themselves in this art and celebrating other people’s art helps connect to that struggles and joys that we’ve all been…

“I’ve never seen anything like it” Trooper recounts fiery lsland Park crash

June 13, 2025 5:21 PM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho State Trooper who answered the call to the fiery crash in Island Park opens up about what he witnessed that day.…

Family responds after former Eastern Idaho health executive found dead

June 13, 2025 4:35 PM Seth Ratliff

Nicholas Manning, the former Chief Operating Officer of Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC), was recently found dead in a Baltimore,…

June is Men’s Health Month

June 13, 2025 4:17 PM Sam Ross

June is Men’s Health Month, and doctors around the country are pitching healthier habits to combat men’s health concerns.

Almost 15 percent of…

Last days of Idaho High School State Rodeo Finals underway in Bannock County

June 13, 2025 3:26 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho High School Rodeo Association’s State Finals are underway at the Bannock County Event Center this week, and top athletes are competing for…

Witnesses angry after seeing man throw kittens out of moving truck

June 13, 2025 11:52 AM Noah Farley

“[My friend] wrapped these poor lifeless babies in her work uniform and I gave her a box to bury them in,” the post…

Waterfront Round Up with Farmer Wants a Wife Star

June 13, 2025 10:28 AM Kailey Galaviz

Saddle up for a night of country fun at Snake River Landing with the Waterfront Round Up with Farmer Wants a Wife Reality TV Star Jay…

Single-vehicle crash north of Ucon kills 76-year-old driver

June 11, 2025 1:33 PM Ashley Chilcutt

Idaho State Police is on scene investigating a rollover crash 1 mile north of Ucon. The accident is slowing traffic down to one lane along U.S. 20…

Proform Airborne jumping to Japan

June 13, 2025 10:12 AM Kailey Galaviz

A local jump rope team from Idaho Falls is looking to journey to Japan to compete in the World Championships representing Team USA. But they need…

New courtroom unveiled at Bonneville County Courthouse to meet growing needs

June 12, 2025 6:10 PM Ariel Jensen

Dozens visited the Bonneville County Courthouse this afternoon for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of its…

Mistrial declared for local contractor, Brandon Cook, accused of fraud

June 12, 2025 6:09 PM Noah Farley, Seth Ratliff

The criminal trial of Brandon Cook, a local contractor accused of defrauding homeowners out of hundreds of thousands of dollars through his company,…

New funds accelerate key I-15 and US-20 projects in Eastern Idaho

June 12, 2025 3:13 PM News Team

Several of Eastern Idaho’s roads could be getting a significant upgrade, and some sooner than expected, thanks to new funds. Thursday, during its…

Police redirect traffic after dump truck strikes light at 1st and Woodruff

June 12, 2025 11:29 AM Seth Ratliff

Drivers are being urged to avoid the intersection of 1st and Woodruff this morning, June 12, 2025, after a dump truck’s raised bed struck and damaged…

Bannock County emergency manager talks importance of new Sheriff’s app in keeping people connected

June 12, 2025 6:11 PM Sam Ross

“A lot of the things that we do are computer-based with smartphones and smart glasses and smart computers and smart cars,” said Wes Jones, director…

Transitional care center in Pocatello breaks ground on new unit

June 12, 2025 12:38 PM Sam Ross

Gateway Transitional Care Center broke ground on the future site of their new Vent/Trach Unit and Outpatient Therapy Gym on Thursday.

The 14-bed…

Eastern Idaho PIOs sharpen skills to deliver life-saving information

June 11, 2025 5:03 PM Ariel Jensen

Public information officers are often the link between first responders and the…

Update on Train Derailment: No immediate timeline for full cleanup, Intersection remains closed

June 10, 2025 4:30 PM Seth Ratliff

A train derailment near Chester has forced the indefinite closure of the intersection of 2900 E and Highway 20, causing significant travel…

National ALS support organization hosting fundraiser walk in Pocatello Saturday

June 11, 2025 2:11 PM Sam Ross

ALS of Nevada is hosting their ‘Walk for ALS’ in Pocatello to raise awareness and collect donations for research into the deadly disease on…

Two new parent spaces added to Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus

June 11, 2025 2:10 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State University recently added two new ‘lactation pods’ to their Pocatello campus to give breastfeeding mothers a private space to feed their…

Miss Idaho and Miss Idaho Teen pageant takes place this weekend

June 11, 2025 10:41 AM Kailey Galaviz

Miss Idaho Falls, Reagan Eubanks, and Miss Idaho Falls Teen, Kirra McCarty, are taking the stage at the 2025 Miss Idaho pageant competing for the…

Bannock County Sheriff’s Office launches new mobile app to strengthen community connection

June 11, 2025 10:23 AM News Team

The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance communication and public safety…

From scuba to cell blocks local teens get hands-on law enforcement experience

June 10, 2025 6:30 PM Ariel Jensen

Students got to dive into some fun while still learning a serious lesson. Local high school-aged students are getting an inside look at what it…

Bingham Memorial Hospital in Blackfoot, ID

Binhgam Healthcare marks 75 years on hospital steps

June 10, 2025 6:31 PM Stephanie Lucas

Bingham Healthcare celebrated its 75th anniversary Tuesday on the steps of Bingham Memorial Hospital.

“What began in 1950 as a modest 60-bed rural…

New Jersey man gored by bison in Yellowstone

June 10, 2025 4:16 PM Seth Ratliff

A 30-year-old man from Randolph, New Jersey, is recovering after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday, June 10,…

$200K in Damages: Fire causes extensive damage to Idaho Falls home

June 9, 2025 4:01 PM Chris Nestman

Multiple fire crews are actively responding to a residential structure fire that broke out Monday afternoon at 3676 Lorna Avenue in Bonneville…

Fatal US 20 Crash: Garcia-Diaz Changes Plea in Court

June 10, 2025 11:34 AM Maggie Moore

The driver accused of causing a drunk driving accident that killed six people last May has changed his plea. Luis Garcia-Diaz, 27, of Rexburg,…

City open house scheduled to talk pedestrian improvements for busy Pocatello road

June 10, 2025 2:02 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…

Idahoans can get out and fish for free on Saturday

June 10, 2025 4:31 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s annual ‘Free Fishing Day’ returns Saturday, June 14, and regional offices are hosting events to make it even…

Dozens of kids reliving American history during Constitution Day Camp this week

June 10, 2025 2:06 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…

Law enforcement starts seatbelt mobilization for 100 deadliest days

June 10, 2025 7:13 AM Maggie Moore

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – With the start of the 100 deadliest days, Idaho’s Office of Highway Safety is encouraging drivers to buckle up this…

Vallow-Daybell files appeal with the Idaho Supreme Court

June 9, 2025 2:06 PM News Team

While Lori Vallow-Daybell is on trial in Arizona for the attempted murder of her niece’s ex-husband, her attorney in Idaho has filed an appeal with…

Main Street in Inkom to close for two nights for bridge demolition

June 9, 2025 1:59 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will close Main Street in Inkom overnight on Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 1, to demolish the I-15…

Pocatello transitional care center remodeling to include first-of-its-kind respiratory unit in Southeast Idaho

June 9, 2025 1:59 PM Sam Ross

Gateway Transitional Care Center is remodeling their facility to include a new ‘Vent/Trach Unit’ for patients recovering from injuries or respiratory…