COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,335 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths
The state reports data for the most recent 2-week period are incomplete. Due to the recent surge in cases, approximately 8,000 outstanding positive…
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Teton County, Wyo. COVID-19 vaccination update clinic changes
Teton County Health Department would like to share several COVID-19 vaccine…
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Idaho governor, lawmakers eye tax cuts with budget surplus
With the state sitting on a pile of cash, Idaho Republican Gov. Brad Little is talking tax cuts but also financial prudence.…
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2 injured in multi-car pile-up on I-15
INKOM, Idaho (KIFI) – Icy conditions on Interstate 15 were responsible for a five-car pile-up Friday…
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IFP conducts clean energy survey
Do you have an opinion about clean energy? If so, Idaho Falls Power (IFP) wants to hear from…
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Idaho lawmakers try to forecast state’s economic future
Lawmakers on an economic forecasting committee working on recommendations the entire Legislature can use to set the state’s budget struggled…
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If you caught COVID-19 over the holidays, here’s what you need to know
If you caught COVID-19 over the holidays — and with the highly contagious Omicron variant in circulation, record numbers of people did — you may be…
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5 people died of rabies in 2021
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The largest amount of people have died of rabies in the U.S. in a…
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No unnecessary travel lifted
Teton County Road and Levee advise the public of no unnecessary travel on county-maintained roads through Friday. …
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Pocatello location among 37 Bed Bath & Beyond stores closing
Bed Bath & Beyond revealed the locations of 37 of the approximately 200 stores it plans close by the end of this…
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Man arrested for warrants after attempting to elude officers
At approximately 9:45 a.m. Wednesday morning, Idaho Falls Police officers went to an address in the 400 block of Call Avenue with the intent of…
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Hunters kill 20 Yellowstone wolves that roamed out of park
Twenty of Yellowstone National Park’s renowned gray wolves roamed from the park and were shot by hunters in neighboring states in recent months.…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,765 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 31 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,765 new COVID-19 cases and 31 new deaths…
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Sen. Doug Ricks visits studio to talk upcoming legislative session
The Idaho Legislature will be starting the 2022 session in Boise on Monday.…
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Annual grants available for ID artists, arts educators and arts administrators
The Idaho Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for all annual…
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COVID-19 and kids: How public health is working to avoid an outbreak
New guidelines coming down from the CDC Wednesday to try and fight the spread of the new highly contagious Omicron variant in…
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Snowpack levels are exceeding average amounts
The current levels of snow pack on the top of our local mountains are greater than the average snow levels at this time in the winter…
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Questions about first baby of the year at PMC
There has been some confusion over a local hospital announcing its first baby of the…
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SIPH urges everyone 12 years and older to get a COVID-19 booster
The CDC strengthened its booster recommendations this week by encouraging everyone 12 and older to receive a COVID-19 booster shot at least five…
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Idaho Operation Lifesaver celebrates 50 years
Idaho Operation Lifesaver started in Post Falls in 1972 when the average number of highway/rail incidents was 12,000 annually. …
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EIRMC welcomes new administrators
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center announced the addition of Nicholas Manning as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Wendy McClain as Vice President…
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US 191/189 Hoback River Canyon to close for avalanche mitigation
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 for Thursday, January 6 at 6:00 p.m. for avalanche mitigation.…
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Thursday morning school closures
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho Falls (KIFI) – The following school districts will be closed this morning, (Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022) due to extreme weather…
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Family searches for answers into the death of Juan Manuel Bargan-Martinez
Body of Juan Manuel Bargan-Martinez on Christmas Day. Shortly after, they were able to contact the family thanks to some outside help. “we found out…
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Man arrested in connection to multiple business burglaries
Idaho Falls Police say 24-year old James Fletcher has been arrested and has been charged with 4 counts of Burglary (all…
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Bannock County jail employee faces charges in Salt Lake
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Tony Manu released the following statement regarding the status of a jail employee who is facing…
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Hearing over Mark Means
Nothing really changed to keep Lori Vallow-Daybell’s former attorney Mark Means from discussing her…
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Reconvening Idaho Legislature in November cost taxpayers more than $46,000
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The three-day reconvening of the Idaho Legislature back in November cost Idaho taxpayers more than $46,000, according to public…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,441 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,441 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths…
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Water repair lets students out early at Hillcrest, Sandcreek schools
Students were able to go home early at Hillcrest High School and Sandcreek Middle School Bonneville because the city crews could fix water line…
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Teton Pass to be closed Thursday for avalanche mitigation
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Teton Pass for Thursday, January 6 at 12:00 p.m. for avalanche control.…
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Cold and pet dangers
If you do question if you should be going outside with your pet, just keep them in. Keep the exposure to a minimum.…
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Trailer fire total loss in Fort Hall
Fort Hall Fire & EMS responded to West Agency Road west of Treaty Highway on the Fort Hall Reservation for a trailer fire Sunday around 11 a.m.…
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Crapo announces bid for re-election
Idaho Senator Mike Crapo has announced his formal bid for re-election during the 2022 midterm election…
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Automobile tickets brought to those blocking snow plows
The police department of Bonneville County gave tickets out to many for parking along streets and getting in the way of the snow…
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Idaho Power cuts coal by 2028 in plan to state regulators
Idaho Power has submitted a 20-year plan to state regulators that phases out coal-fired power plants by 2028 as part of its effort to provide only…
Continue Reading Wednesday morning school closures
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFIF) – Due to extreme weather conditions, the following school districts will be closed this morning: (Wednesday, Jan. 5th,…
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Missing 7-year-old found
The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office needs your help looking for a missing…
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Baby girl is first baby born at Portneuf Medical Center in 2022
Four days into 2022, a couple from Pocatello welcomed their first child into the world.…
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Camper considered complete loss, barn damaged in fire
The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 7000 block of N. Yellowstone Highway on Tuesday at approximately 1 p.m. for a report of a barn…
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Beware of ice dams on your roof
All the snow and ice could be causing major…
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Clearing out the snow
The snow just keeps…
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Local gyms give advice on how to stick to New Year’s Resolution goal of getting fit
Perhaps one of the more common resolutions people make for New Years is to go to the gym and get fit. The trick though is sticking with it once the…
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COVID-19 surge threatens to overwhelm some primary care offices
Doctor’s offices and urgent care centers are bracing for impact as they again face high patient demand and more staffers out sick from the…
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Crews investigate cause of house fire on Halsey Street
The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 1000 block of Halsey Street Monday night at approximately 9:45 p.m. for a report of a house…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,722 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 19 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,722 new COVID-19 cases and 19 new deaths…
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Human remains found in Cody
The Cody Police Department reports on Monday at approximately 10:08 a.m., officers responded to the 1300 Block of Sunset Blvd South in Cody to a…
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PMC welcomes OrthoIdaho team to Portneuf family
Portneuf Medical Center announced the expansion of its orthopedic care offerings with the addition of the OrthoIdaho team to the Portneuf Medical…
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Portneuf Greenway seeks grant funding for Brennan Trail extension
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation announced it will be submitting a grant application to the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR)…
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Serve Idaho announces AmeriCorps grant funds available
Idaho nonprofit, educational, community and faith-based organizations, Indian tribes and local governments are eligible for federal funding through…
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Modifications made to free personal-use firewood gathering for 2022
The Salmon-Challis National Forest will offer free personal-use firewood gathering, up to four cords, for the 2022 calendar…
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Top 10 Tips for a winter visit to Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton looks forward to welcoming visitors this…
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Fremont County Sheriff release identity of body found
Deputies arrived on the scene and determined the person was dead “from what appears to be prolonged exposure to the elements,” a press release…
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Power County Sheriff urging motorist to stay off roads
Power County Sheriff is asking people to stay off the roads especially in the county and on Interstate 86.…
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The following school districts will be closed today (Tuesday 01/04/2022) due to, extreme weather and hazardous road…
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Street Department prepares for more snow to hit Southeast Idaho
The City of Pocatello Street Department crew says they have seen a measurable amount of precipitation each day since about…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,420 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,420 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths over the holiday…
Continue Reading Do you have a cold, the flu or COVID-19? Experts explain how to tell the difference
Do you have a sore throat, a runny nose and muscle aches? It could be a common cold, a case of the flu — or…
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BYU-Idaho starts the new year by welcoming students back to campus
Monday begins move in week for thousands of new BYU-Idaho students. Both those starting their university studies and those returning to campus after…
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The Great Migration: Where Idaho’s ducks come from
Taking a bird’s-eye view of how weather impacts Idaho’s duck…
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The ‘biggest fish’ stories of 2021
Here are the top state record-setting fish stories from this…
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‘Mayoral’ scholarship ready for applications
The third-year for the Pocatello’s “Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” kicks…
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Idaho gas prices continue to fall
Idaho gas prices have fallen 1.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.55/g, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 802 stations in…
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Pebble Creek brings out crowd despite freezing temperatures
The frigid conditions didn’t stop many of our local skiers and snowboarders from enjoying themselves this…
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LaBelle Lake Ice Palace is back hoping to give some magic in the season
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI)- The cold of the Idaho winter is back, and while no one enjoys it, one company is hoping to make the winter season magical for…
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Rupert celebrates new year by dropping sugar beet
A large sugar beet descended from a crane in Rupert Friday to countdown the new year in Rupert. …
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New year to begin with extreme cold temperatures
Expect subzero temperatures on New Year’s Day as temperatures will fall overnight. …
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Investigation continues in Downard Funeral Home
Many viewers have been asking what the latest is on the investigation of Downard Funeral Home. …
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Woman found dead after reported missing
Amelia is 22-years-old and was last seen by family members on December 21.…
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Fan favorite at Idaho Falls Zoo dies
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Marvin, the Red Panda, passed away on Wednesday. He quickly rose to fame as the first Red Panda born at the zoo. But…
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US 26 reopens between Ririe and Swan Valley
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Drifting snow and reduced visibility are keeping two highways closed in eastern Idaho.…
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Pocatello Fire Chief retires Friday
Pocatello’s Fire chief is retiring at the end of the year. A retirement party was held for David G. Gates Thursday at city hall. His last day on…
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2 more deer test positive for Chronic Wasting Disease in Idaho
Idaho Fish and Game officials received notice on Dec. 29 that two white-tailed deer bucks from the Slate Creek area north of Riggins have tested…
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Fire investigators determine improper pipe caused building fire in Hamer
The use of improper materials is what caused a fire that destroyed three buildings in the small community of Hamer.…
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New protocols implemented after high number of missionaries test positive at Provo MTC
Additional protocols will be implemented at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Provo Missionary Training Center.…
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UPDATE: Conditions of release set for Bingham County Sheriff
Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland is scheduled to appear in a courtroom Wednesday morning on aggravated assault and battery charges.…
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New state tools helps find campaign finance, election data faster
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Two new tools released by the Idaho Secretary of State’s office will help users find campaign finance information and past…
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Parking restrictions continue for Idaho Falls
Snow removal continues in the city of Idaho Falls. With additional snow falling, the schedule was updated for those in Zone A and downtown.…
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Lori Vallow-Daybell’s attorney removed from her case
Attorneys in the Lori Vallow-Daybell case are scheduled to appear in court Wednesday morning to discuss a motion to squash a Subpoena requesting…
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How to find Local News 8 on YouTube TV’s Channel Guide
Some YouTube TV subscribers say they are having trouble custom channel guides are not repopulating with ABC/Disney/ESPN channels following the…
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Year in Review: Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell
A look back at the major events in the case against Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell this last…
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New “Access Bannock County” newsletter coming
BANNOCK COUNTY, ID (KIFI) – Neighbors in Bannock County will soon have a new way to stay in touch with their local government. The County plans to…
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Fire department urges homeowners to watch out for snow damage
With recent, significant snowfall in Teton County, Fire Marshal Kathy Clay is reminding the public to be aware of winter risk factors, like sliding…
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Families wait out Sunday’s storm in Swan Valley church
Around 50 to 60 people had to huddle in a Swan Valley church Sunday to wait for roads to reopen after they were closed due to weather…
Continue Reading Calm Tuesday Before Snow Front on Wednesday
TODAY: Cloudy skies and light snow showers scattered across our communities appear especially for the more mountainous regions during the day, but…
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Teton County Health Department “overwhelmed” with surge in COVID-19 cases
The Teton County Health Department says they are “overwhelmed” with new cases of Covid, according to a press release.…
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Parking restrictions in effect in Idaho Falls
Parking restrictions are in place from now until the city issues another notice lifting them.…
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ITD talks about road closure protocols
The wind and landscape also play a role in when roads will…
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Ammon collects Christmas trees to burn in bonfire
Another Christmas come and gone, and if you have a live Christmas tree in your home the question becomes what to do with it? Starting Sunday December…
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BYU-Idaho making an update to their mask policy
As BYU-Idaho prepares for their, semester starting in a couple weeks, they are updating and revising their mask policy for students. Previously…
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JB’s Restaurant a staple in the community spreading Christmas cheer
Not everybody was able to spend the Christmas holiday this year. JB’s restaurant was open Saturday to give warm fresh meals to the few customers who…
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Idaho leads the country in population growth
The state has led the country in population growth for the fifth year in a row.…
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Christmas village display shines bright in Pocatello home
The home of Jessie Halford may look pretty festive from the outside, but once you open the door, you can feel the Christmas cheer in the…
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Sheriff’s Office talks about home, car safety
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is reminding people about being safe while traveling, not just during the holidays, but…
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Heavy snow and windy conditions for Christmas travel
Christmas Eve and Christmas will both pose widespread heavy snow across the…
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Busy year for Teton County Search and Rescue
TETON COUNTY (KIFI) – Teton County Search and Rescue’s 2021 year-end report shows they responded to a near-record number of calls for service. Over…
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Tips for saving money while staying warm during the winter
With the energy-intensive heating season and holiday lighting, Rocky Mountain Power is reminding customers to save energy — and money — during…
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Senior Activity Center hosts annual Christmas meal
On Thursday, the Senior Activity Center in Pocatello hosted its annual Christmas lunch.…
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First case of Omicron variant identified in Eastern Idaho
FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – Eastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed the first case of the OmicronCOVID-19 variant in the health district. Health…
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Rare triplets born at Mountain View Hospital
A Rexburg couple had Christmas come early this year, in the form of identical triplet…
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