Idaho’s first rabid bat of the year found in Bannock County
Idaho’s first bat to test positive for rabies this year was located in Bannock County, and public health officials are urging people to avoid all…
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Grass fire near Iona Hill quickly contained by Idaho Falls firefighters
Idaho Falls firefighters quickly extinguished a grass fire near Iona Hill, which started when a controlled burn spread beyond its intended area and…
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Idaho State University launches first 3-year bachelor’s degree programs
Idaho State University has launched three accelerated Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree programs designed to help students enter Idaho’s…
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Downey man hospitalized after rollover crash on I-15
A 32-year-old Downey man was air-lifted to a local hospital after his car rolled on I-15 near Arimo, and he was not wearing a…
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Thousands of acres scorched as wildfires spread across southern Idaho
Wildland firefighters in southern Idaho were busy over the Memorial Day holiday as several large-acre fires were reported, including the Dewoff,…
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Bingham County Sheriff’s Office seeks help finding missing man with PTSD
The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 71-year-old Raymond Robinson, who was reported missing after leaving his home to go fishing in…
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Ririe honors 20-year-old, WWII hero who died rushing to the aid of U.S. Marines at Iwo Jima
“Shrapnel tore into him, but he kept crawling. He reached the man and rendered first aid. Cal then exposed himself again to enemy fire, intending to…
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Wind gusts nearing 60 mph tear roof off Alaska Air building at the Boise Airport
Thunderstorms and severe wind gusts nearing 60 mph in some places have been knocking out power and delaying flights.
Early reports indicate that the…
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Annual Thunder Run in Pocatello includes respectful flag retirement
To celebrate and commemorate Memorial Day, POW/MIA hosted the 23rd Annual Thunder Run.
As part of the ceremony, organizers held a flag retirement…
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City of Idaho Falls’ Updated Impact Fees Go into Effect June 1
The City of Idaho Falls is notifying developers, builders, and the public of upcoming changes to the City’s residential impact fee assessment…
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Rat sightings inspire Boise woman to develop community tracking map
As rat sightings continue to spread across the Treasure Valley, one Boise woman is hoping a community-driven map can help neighbors track the growing…
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Fire crews battle early morning blaze at Wilson office building
Fire crews remain on scene Monday after a structure fire broke out at an office building in the Teton Pines area of Wilson early Monday…
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Hindu leader Rajan Zed to speak at BYU-Idaho interfaith event
A Hindu and interfaith leader is set to speak at Brigham Young University–Idaho later this week during an event hosted by the university’s…
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100 Deadliest Days: How to keep you and your teenager safe
The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor day are known as the most dangerous days for teen drivers as the weather gets nicer and people drive…
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Memorial Day forecast: Warm temperatures and scattered thunderstorms
We will observe this year’s Memorial Day with temperatures climbing into the lower 80s and isolated thunderstorms that will persist through the…
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The importance of Memorial Day – What it means for local Veterans
Memorial Day is a time for us to honor the brave veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives for our freedom.
There are over…
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Local Cowboys Win Big at the Bannock County PRCA Rodeo
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Day two of the Bannock County PRCA rodeo brought more excitement, talent and fierce competition to Pocatello at the…
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Secret Service says officers fatally shot a person who fired at them near White House
CNN reporters heard dozens of gunshots near the White House on Saturday, prompting the Secret Service to secure the area and hold rifles on the North…
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Motor Vu Drive-In is back: America’s largest outdoor drive-in screen reopens with ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ & ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
The Motor Vu Drive-In features the biggest outdoor, drive-in movie screen in America and is open this weekend with two premiere summer…
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“A living monument of the ultimate sacrifice” Field of Heroes Dedicated at Century Soccer Fields
Starting on Friday, May 22 at 10 a.m., the Century High School soccer fields are no longer for sports, but are a reverent sanctuary and monument for…
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Heavy Memorial Day traffic causing dangerous conditions on East Idaho roads
Memorial Day weekend traffic is already causing major slowdowns and dangerous driving conditions across East Idaho as thousands of travelers head out…
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Bannock County PRCA Rodeo returns to Pocatello Memorial Day Weekend
The Bannock County PRCA Rodeo is finally back in Pocatello, bringing intense competition, clown comedy, and stellar trick riding cowgirls to the…
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District 25 bids farewell to board member Jim Facer following resignation; Search underway for replacement
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees is seeking applications to fill the upcoming vacancy following the resignation of…
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Pocatello honors Captain Chad Higbee after over three decades on the force
The Pocatello Police Department is honoring Captain Chad Higbee as he steps into his retirement after 32 years of service with the…
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Honoring the Fallen: Field of Heroes comes back to Pocatello
For the last 27 years, Pocatello has been home to a unique memorial for fallen soldiers – the Field of Heroes. At the soccer fields at Century High…
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I-15 West Inkom interchange to close for weeks as construction continues
The Idaho Transportation Department will temporarily close the Interstate 15 West Inkom interchange beginning May 26 as construction crews continue…
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Jury convicts unknown man accused of collecting nearly $300K using dead child’s identity
A federal jury in Pocatello has convicted a man whose true identity remains unknown after prosecutors say he spent more than two decades using the…
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Grizzly Encounters: How the warmer weather has impacted Yellowstone wildlife
YELLOWSTONE (KIFI) – As warmer temperatures arrive earlier than usual across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, wildlife experts say the current…
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23-year-old Rexburg man charged with distribution of child pornography
William S. Messer, 23, of Rexburg, Idaho, was arrested and charged with two felony counts of distribution of child sexually exploitative material…
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The US Navy lost $136 million worth of jets in an air show crash. Why risk it?
The crash of two US Navy jets at an Idaho air show last weekend has raised questions about why the Pentagon risks multimillion-dollar warplanes and…
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Thornton disaster: Thornton Merc, historic post office and six other structures destroyed when hot dog roast sparks massive blaze
Eight structures were destroyed in a fire that started with an outdoor cooking fire near Thornton,…
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Record-breaking Meth seizure in Idaho: $1.5 million worth of drugs confiscated
The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office in Idaho made the largest methamphetamine seizure in the state’s history, seizing 115 pounds of meth worth over…
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Water main break leaves some Alpine residents without water, boil advisory issued
Residents between Trail Drive and Stoor Drive are without water as crews respond to a water main break in the…
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Legal challenge to Idaho school bathroom law dismissed
A legal challenge against Idaho’s school privacy law has officially come to an end after plaintiffs agreed to dismiss both their district court…
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Island Park traffic signal delayed after construction snag
The installation of a new traffic signal in the Island Park is being delayed until later this year.
Originally planned to be complete by the end of…
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Idaho strengthens ties with Japan during strategic trade mission
Governor Brad Little is celebrating the success of a recent trade mission to Japan aimed at strengthening Idaho’s role in global innovation and…
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Motor Vu Drive-In kicks off summer movie season with Memorial Day weekend double feature
Idaho Falls’ historic drive-In is kicking off the summer season this Memorial Day.
The Motor Vu Drive-In is stepping into summer with a double…
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Flow-Bor Day returns, bringing bright colors to downtown Rexburg
Rows of flowers will soon line Rexburg’s Main Street, bringing fresh spring color to the heart of downtown.
Flow-Bor Day is an annual community…
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Elementary school employee charged with sex abuse of children, filming students
A Utah man who police say works at an elementary school and was arrested and accused of uploading child sex abuse material was charged Wednesday with…
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Idaho State Police pursuit leads to major drug seizure near Pocatello
A vehicle pursuit near Pocatello led to Idaho State Police seizing a large quantity of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine and…
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Thornton fire contained, evacuation lifted after five buildings destroyed
The Madison County Fire Department is evacuating the Wind Willow RV Park as crews battle a large structure fire at the old Thornton Merc near…
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It could all come down to a coin toss – Caribou County Commissioner Race
SODA SPRINGS, Idaho (KIFI) – Could a game of chance – the flip of a coin – determine the next County Commissioner of Caribou County? According to the…
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First Native American astronaut touches down at Fort Hall
The first Native American to travel in space, John B. Herrington, brought students and guests into his orbit at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Event…
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Explore the world’s first nuclear power plant at EBR-I Atomic Museum
The Experimental Breeder Reactor-I Atomic Museum will open for the 2026 season on May 22, offering free admission and a chance to explore the world’s…
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Torch Run comes through Pocatello, raising Special Olympics awareness
The Torch Run has been making its way through Idaho, beginning in Bonner’s Ferry and stopping today in Fort Hall and Pocatello to raise awareness for…
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Water woes: Boating season cut short at Seagull Bay
With the water levels on the American Falls Reservoir rapidly nearing 50 percent capacity, Seagull Bay Yacht Club is offering other summer activities…
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Against the odds, Jensen’s Grove will have water for early Summer 2026
The City of Blackfoot announced that Jensen’s Grove will have water for the first part of the summer due to the Idaho Department of Water Resources…
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Idaho Water Managers warn of ‘dire’ summer outlook as runoff hits historic lows
Idaho’s water outlook is looking grim despite some short-term relief in the coming days, water managers warned during the final Idaho Water Supply…
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Beloved Rexburg tradition, Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade, to retire in 2026
The Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade has announced that 2026 will be its last year of performing, after 17 years of service to the residents of…
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“100 Safest Days” could be the new trend as Memorial Day approaches
Idaho’s Office of Highway Safety is promoting the “100 Safest Days of Summer” campaign to reduce the number of crashes and fatalities on the state’s…
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District 30 Rematch: Fuhriman wins Republican Primary rematch against Former Rep. Young
Ben Fuhriman won the Republican nomination for District 30 Seat B in Bingham County, Idaho, with 53.65% of the vote, defeating Julianne Young in a…
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District 33A: Barbara Ehardt secures the Republican nomination
Rep. Barbara Ehardt narrowly secured the Republican nomination for Legislative District 33 Seat A by less than 200 votes, defeating newcomer Connor…
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Southeast Idaho Students shine at Patty Duke Awards, with two advancing to the Jimmy Awards Finals in NYC
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Southeast Idaho students took center stage at this year’s Patty Duke Awards, bringing home some of the biggest honors in…
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Live Updates: Idaho May 2026 primary election results
The May 2026 Primary Election polls have closed, and Local News 8 is providing real-time results and breaking news as the ballots are…
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Historic Idaho EBR-II Dome transformed into nation’s first microreactor test bed
The Experimental Breeder Reactor-II dome at Idaho National Laboratory has been transformed into the nation’s newest nuclear testing site, providing a…
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4 Water Rescues in One Month: Sheriff’s Office urges boaters to prioritize safety this summer
Following four water rescues in just over a month, the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to make boating safety a top priority…
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Host families needed for Idaho International Choral Festival in July
The Idaho International Choral Festival is seeking 100 host families in Pocatello to provide accommodation and cultural exchange for international…
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Volunteers shatter ‘America250 in Idaho Service Challenge’ with 250,000 acts of kindness
Idahoans have completed over 250,000 acts of service in the America250 in Idaho Service Challenge, with the Idaho Falls community contributing nearly…
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Multi-month investigation leads to arrest of Salem man on child exploitation charges
Wyatt Widdison has been charged with eight counts of possessing child sexually exploitative material (child pornography) in a Fremont County court…
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Primary Election Day 2026: Reminders as you head to the polls
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – It is officially Primary Election Day in Idaho, and voters have a few things to keep in mind as they head to the poll booths…
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National Estrogen Patch shortage hits eastern Idaho menopause patients
Estrogen patches, used for hormone replacement therapy to manage menopause symptoms, are facing a national shortage, causing concern for doctors in…
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Blackhawk Helicopter at American Heritage Charter School
It wasn’t a bird, a plane, or even Superman soaring above students at American Heritage Charter School today. It was a Black Hawk military…
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Operation No Return removes over 100 criminals from Idaho and the U.S.
Governor Brad Little’s office says more dangerous illegal alien criminals have been transported out of the country under his Operation No Return,…
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Final election countdown: Mickelsen and Golden vying for District 32 Seat A
For the second election in a row, Kelly Golden is challenging incumbent Stephanie Mickelsen in the contest for Legislative District 32 Seat…
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Everything Old is New Again: Yellowstone’s historic Westgate Theatre gets a major facelift
After months of renovation, the 100-year-old Westgate Theatre in West Yellowstone, Montana is set to reopen on June 4th, continuing a family…
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Pocatello denies Conditional Use Permit for AI Data Center at Former Hoku Plant
The City of Pocatello Hearing Examiner has denied the Conditional Use Permit application for an AI Data Center to be built on the former Hoku…
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The Clock is Ticking: Portneuf Health ‘committed’ to securing Regence deal ahead of June 15 deadline
Contract negotiations between Portneuf Health and Regence BlueShield of Idaho have stalled, and if no agreement is reached by June 15, patients with…
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How schools protect students from drugs inside and outside the classroom
Following an arrest of a suspected drug dealer that was taken into custody last week in connection with a Sugar City student’s overdose earlier…
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Pocatello Airport to get brand-new Control Tower in $750M Federal Air Traffic Control overhaul
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investing over $750 million to replace eight aging air traffic control towers and Terminal Radar Approach…
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Idaho Falls, Ammon, and Bonneville County team up for regional ‘Street Summit’ tonight
The City of Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, and the City of Ammon are hosting a regional Street Summit on May 18 to provide drivers with information…
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ITD moving northbound I-15 traffic to new lanes between Northgate and Fort Hall
Drivers on I-15 will notice a major traffic shift this week as the Idaho Transportation Department enters the next phase of its ongoing interstate…
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Madison County Deputies arrest suspect in connection to juvenile overdose
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspected drug dealer last week in connection to a Sugar City student’s drug overdose earlier this…
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Overlooked and misunderstood – A spotlight on children’s mental health
1 in 7 children in the United States has their mental health issues overlooked. The main reason their mental needs are not noticed is because…
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Mountain Home Air Force Base under lockdown after mid-air plane crash
Two EA-18G Growlers collided during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base, forcing a lockdown and cancellation of the event,…
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Truman Banquet Brings Together Eastern Idaho Democratic Voters and Candidates
The primary election is right around the corner, and the Bonneville County Democrats provided voters with the opportunity to meet candidates…
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Trio Program Hosts Second Annual Veterans and Military Resource Fair
The Trio program at Idaho State University works with veterans to ensure they get the resources they need. This Saturday, May 16 was their second…
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Honoring a Legacy: Idahoans gather today to say final farewell to Former Governor Dirk Kempthorne
Idahoans are paying tribute to former Governor, U.S. Senator, and Boise Mayor Dirk Kempthorne, who passed away last month at the age of 74, with a…
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Idaho Falls hosts National Peace Officer Memorial Day ceremony
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and the Idaho Falls Police Department hosted a National Peace Officer Memorial Day…
Continue Reading The Coach vs. The Firefighter: All eyes on lightning hot contest for Legislative seat in Idaho Falls
In one of the closest races in Idaho Falls, firefighter Connor Cook is challenging coach Barbara Ehardt in a race for Legislative District 33 Seat A.…
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Juveniles spark grass fire near Driggs; Fire officials issue safety warning
Teton County Fire and Rescue is urging residents to exercise extreme caution this wildfire season after a group of juveniles lighting fireworks…
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“Mamas know best”: Idaho Fish and Game Warns against interfering with spring baby animals
Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) is reminding people to trust that mother animals will return to their young and to not interfere with nature by taking…
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‘Seat Belts Save Lives’: Bear Lake Sheriff issues warning after two injured in rollover crash
The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to buckle up after a rollover crash injured two people, one of whom was ejected from the…
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Spread Creek Fire near Jackson now 5% contained
Fire crews are working to contain the lightning-caused Spread Creek Fire in the Jackson area, which is now 5% contained and has consumed around 257…
Continue Reading Tensions Rise at Public Hearing for Pocatello AI Data Center Proposal
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Tonight’s public hearing at City Hall in Pocatello turned tense when attendees interrupted, booed speakers, and were…
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Who best represents the taxpayers? Marco Erickson and Jilene Burger battle it out in Idaho Falls race for Legislature
Jilene Burger wants to repeal all property taxes, while Marco Erickson argues he has already supported billions in tax cuts during his tenure. Watch…
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Riverton Road Bridge demolition to begin Monday
The Idaho Transportation Department will begin construction of the new Riverton Road Bridge near Blackfoot on May 11, with demolition of the old…
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Healthcare and economic philosophies: McKellar and Bingham fighting for Idaho Falls Legislative seat
Economic issues are at the forefront of voters’ minds – helping drive the election between current legislator Erin Bingham, an accountant, and…
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Your Vote, Your Voice: Secretary McGrane urges Idahoans to hit the polls for Tuesday’s Primary
With Tuesday’s primary election fast approaching, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane is aiming to remind and educate voters of the importance of…
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High Schoolers tackle CEI’s first Ag Tech Robotics Challenge
The College of Eastern Idaho hosted its first Ag Tech Robotics Challenge, bringing together high school students from Hansen, Aberdeen, and Driggs to…
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Helicopter crash reported at Magic Valley Regional Airport
A helicopter crashed at the Magic Valley Regional Airport in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulting in one person being transported to the hospital with…
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Camas Restaurant celebrates grand opening at Shoshone-Bannock Casino
If you’ve been looking for a local place to get wagyu beef and tender steak, you’re in luck. The Camas Restaurant held its grand opening with a…
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Inside the tense GOP standoff over special ed funding bill
After a tense email exchange between Rep. Ben Fuhriman and Rep. Barbara Ehardt, the high-needs special education bill passed with the support of the…
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Jackson issues urgent warning over sophisticated phishing scam
The town of Jackson is warning residents of a phishing scam posing as the Town’s Planning/Building Department or Planning Director, asking for…
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Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted
Kouri Richins was sentenced to life in prison without parole for fatally poisoning her husband, after her three young sons urged the judge to…
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Crews battle lightning-caused wildfire in Bridger-Teton National Forest
Fire crews are battling the Spread Creek Wildfire in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, which has burned an estimated 300…
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Missing 27-year-old found alive after Bannock County Crash
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 27-year-old Kendall Thoren, who was last seen following a single-vehicle…
Continue Reading Three hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash near Soda Springs
Three people were sent to the hospital after a five-vehicle crash on State Highway 34 near Soda Springs during a dust…
Continue Reading The Rematch: Ben Fuhriman and Julianne Young battle in repeat of District 30 B race that came down to four votes
Incumbent Ben Fuhriman is facing a challenge by former three-term legislator Julianne Young in a battle for District 30 Seat B with razor-thin…
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Local Heroes Meet Special Olympics Athletes in Community Basketball Showdown
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Special Olympics programs across the country give athletes with various disabilities the opportunity to compete. The Gate…
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Severe storm knocks out power for thousands; restoration crews “working hard to restore power”
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Thousands of East Idahoans are without power due to Wednesday’s severe thunderstorm. Rocky Mountain Power says…
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