Super Thursday Candidate Forum May 9
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber wants to help us get to know our local candidates running for officer later this month with a Super Thursday…
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Bus stop arm violations increase
“In Idaho, you have to have more than three lanes in order for opposing traffic to not stop for a school…
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Journey, Jeff Foxworthy and Craig Morgan to headline Eastern Idaho State Fair
The Eastern Idaho State Fair will announce its entire lineup for the 2024 season Thursday…
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Day 20 testimony centered around DNA evidence found on Chad Daybell’s property
Testimony continues on day 20 of the Chad Daybell Trial at the Ada County Courthouse.…
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Yellowstone South Entrance to open Friday
Weather-permitting, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open 8 a.m. Friday, May 10 to public motor vehicle…
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Reptile Expo coming to the Bonneville County Fairgrounds this weekend
Beast Pets Marketplace of the Rocky Mountains Reptile Expo is coming to the Bonneville County Fairgrounds May 11th and May…
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Free Shred Day in Ammon
If you were doing some spring cleaning this year, odds are you may have found a lot of old documents with sensitive information you may not want to…
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Passport fairs coming to eastern Idaho
Idaho lawmakers are gearing up to host seven passport fairs around the Gem…
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Local scout leader on board with “Scouting America” name change
Local scouting chapters are reacting to the Boy Scouts of America name…
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Retired pro wrestler who ran twice for Congress pleads not guilty in Chris Tapp murder case
A retired professional wrestler and former congressional candidate in Nevada and Texas has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in the death of…
Continue Reading Jurors brought to tears listening to heartbreaking, graphic testimony about Tylee and JJ’s autopsies
Day 19 of testimony in the Chad Daybell murder…
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CTEC cuts ribbon on new greenhouse
Idaho Falls School District 91’s Career and Technical Education Center has a new…
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Pay It Forward: Idaho Falls Rescue Mission
The Idaho Falls Rescue Mission is a place that fills the void for those in need or who have come upon temporary hard…
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Motel 6 offers Garfield-themed rooms
Looks like the cat’s out of the bag.…
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Traffic shifts planned for WYO 22/WYO 390 Wednesday
Crews will shift traffic at the Wyoming State Highway 22 intersection with Wyoming State Highway 390 beginning Wednesday evening to allow crews to…
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Third graders learn about Idaho’s agriculture industry
More than 40 high school students in Rigby’s Future Farmers Association are helping third graders understand where their food comes from and how it…
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Police look for car battery theft suspect
The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect involved in a…
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Bannock County repairing, adding guardrails on high-traffic roads
Bannock County is taking steps to enhance road safety this…
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Idahoans have 1 year to get Star Card or other REAL ID
You have one year to get a a Star Card or other REAL…
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Deepfake call targets Idaho senator and other state officials
“They’re just trying to intervene in our election…
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Ground breaks for new Rigby High School Career Technical Education Center
After a grant allowed Jefferson School District 251 to build a Career Technical Education outside of Rigby High School, the process of getting the…
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Rigby High School students build pizza oven to help others
Some Rigby High School students were looking for a way to give back to their…
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Detection dogs get time to shine during Idaho K9 training conference
Handlers and their partners who specialize in drug detection had their time to shine in Rexburg on day two of the Idaho K9 training conference.…
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Arizona man sentenced to 10.5 years for trafficking fentanyl in Pocatello
A 58-year-old Arizona man was sentenced to 126 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute…
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Idaho’s 2023 average hourly wage increased 8.3% from 2022
Idaho’s average wage for all occupations was $26.75 per hour in…
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Antler hunter kills grizzly bear in encounter near Wolf Creek
Officials are investigating after a man searching for antlers shot and killed a grizzly bear on April 25 during an encounter on private land…
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Learning to save lives on National Fentanyl Awareness Day
“With seven out of every ten counterfeit pills containing that lethal dose…it’s really…
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Boy Scouts of America announces rebrand to ‘Scouting America’
By Nicole Chavez, CNN (CNN) — Boy Scouts of America announced Tuesday that it will change its name to Scouting America next February, to emphasize…
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7 dogs abandoned outside Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue – Only 6 make it
One chihuahua puppy abandoned Monday ran out into the highway and was killed, say shelter…
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Historic Brady Chapel to undergo Phase I Preservation and Restoration Work
The historic James H. Brady Memorial Chapel will undergo preservation and restoration work this spring.…
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Counties with the highest rates of high blood pressure in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of counties with the highest rates of high blood pressure in Idaho using data from the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Closed burning season begins May 10
Idaho Burn Permits are required annually between May 10 and Oct. 20.…
Continue Reading Chad Daybell trial day 18: Alex Cox’s widow testifies about religious beliefs
Day 18 of testimony the Chad Daybell continues at the Ada County Courthouse.…
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St. Anthony has seen rise in drug busts thanks to the help of new K-9 officer
Wednesday, May 1st saw 5 pounds of Meth taken off the streets thanks to Officer Blue and Officer Hunter Gregory. Blue a K-9 detection dog, has been a…
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Idaho K-9 Training Conference comes to eastern Idaho
59 different K-9 officers and their partners will be in the Idaho Falls area this week to learn new…
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City of Pocatello hosts meeting on Thursday to discuss sign code
The City of Pocatello Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission is holding a meeting on Thursday, May 9 at 11 a.m. to learn about the…
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New Idaho Falls water tower sees delays
City leaders got an update on building a new water tower in Idaho Falls, and we are learning what is causing…
Continue Reading Chad Daybell trial continues with graphic testimony when detectives found JJ’s body
A special agent for the FBI was back on the stand Monday morning in the murder trial for Chad…
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Staying safe while boating this year
“We’re seeing a lot of loose debris [and] trash. Everything is entering into the river because of the high…
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Mental Health Monday: Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney welcomes facility dog to comfort victims
There’s a new member on the Bonneville County prosecuting attorney team bringing comfort and support to witnesses and victims in…
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Man arrested while hiding in Blackfoot trailer home
A 37-year-old is now in custody after the Blackfoot Police Department found him in an unoccupied trailer home in Blackfoot on Sunday around 4…
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Pocatello Water Week to focus on importance of water and environment
The City of Pocatello Water Department is holding its 30th Annual Open House this…
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ITD to host open house next week on US 30 in Pocatello
Improvements are planned for US 30 between the intersections of Yellowstone Avenue and Oak Street and the Gould Street overpass and Garrett…
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Little declares May as Horticulture Month
Governor Brad Little proclaimed May as Horticulture…
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Idaho gas prices fall for the first time in several weeks
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Idaho was priced at $3.19/g Sunday while the most expensive was…
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Fastest-growing jobs in Idaho
Stacker analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to determine which jobs in Idaho grew the fastest between 2022 and…
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Primary election early voting begins May 6
Early voting for the May 21, 2024 primary election will be available from Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 17 in every county that is conducting early…
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Cinco De Mayo Celebrations in Idaho Falls is at a new location
The annual celebration of Cinco De Mayo has a new location but promises the same amount of fun. The celebration promises to celebrate diversity and…
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The Idaho Falls Farmer’s Market returns this weekend
Every year from the first Saturday in May to the Last Saturday in October, Farmers and other small businesses in the area, gather on Memorial Drive,…
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Construction on FUTURE TECH Building gets green light
Groundbreaking is expected in…
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ISU students participate in March Through the Arch ahead of graduation
Idaho State University kicked off their graduation activities with a…
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Hillcrest High School previews first-ever stadium
AMMON (KIFI) – Hillcrest High School, one of the largest in Idaho, will soon have a stadium of its own. Hillcrest has played football, lacrosse, and…
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First ever Southeast Idaho days this weekend
The Bannock County Event Center is hosting the first ever Southeast Idaho…
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Free comic books available on Saturday
Saturday is free comic book day across the country and one local comic book shop is getting in on all the…
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Scout Expo on Saturday at Portneuf Wellness Complex
If your child wants to be a boy or girl scout, its the perfect weekend for them to see what…
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Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel hosts Cinco de Mayo Street Fair
Cinco de Mayo is just days away, but the celebration has already…
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Remains of Fort Hall man missing since 2019 found in remote Utah mountains
Skeletal remains found in Box Elder County in Utah have been identified as a Fort Hall man who has been missing since…
Continue Reading Daybell day 16: The jury hears from investigators who helped uncover J.J. and Tylee’s remains
Chad Daybell murder trial continues Friday at the Ada County…
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Portneuf Valley Farmers Market returns Saturday
A local fan favorite is making its return this weekend in…
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Help shape the future of Pocatello’s transportation infrastructure
You can help shape the future of Pocatello’s transportation…
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Volunteers needed for disaster response teams
The Salvation Army is forming disaster response teams in…
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Are car chases increasing?
There seems to be a lot more car chases in eastern Idaho…
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Public input sought on opioid settlement fund priorities
The Idaho Behavioral Health Council is requesting public input on spending priorities for state-directed opioid settlement…
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No injuries reported after Iona structure fire
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire in Iona early Friday…
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Forest Service trail dozer vandalized and damaged
A dozer was stolen and left wrecked in the Cub River…
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Idaho Falls man arrested for obscene visual representation of sexual abuse of children
Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators arrested a 52-year-old Idaho Falls man for obscene visual representation of…
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Local Star Wars 501st Legion giving back to the community
Timberline Garrison of the 501st Legion join Local News 8 in the Morning to share how they participate in local charity…
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Witnesses describe deadly Idaho Falls shooting
IDAHO FALLS (KIFI) – A public records request made by Local News 8 has unearthed witness testimony regarding the killing of Eric Leask. The…
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Thursday is National Day of Prayer
Thursday is National Day of Prayer. It’s a day with deep roots in American…
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‘This case is turning into a hamster wheel:’ Family of slain University of Idaho student frustrated at pace of murder trial
The family of slain University of Idaho student Kaylee Goncalves on Thursday expressed their frustration at the pace of the murder trial for Bryan…
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RetroX blasts back to Idaho Falls with bigger, better event: Storm Troopers and Super Heroes assemble!
Eastern Idaho’s RetroX event returns to Idaho Falls for a second year after massive success in 2023.…
Continue Reading Day 15 has Chad Daybell’s mother testifying, along with Kay Woodcock
It’s Day 15 for testimony in the Chad Daybell murder trial.…
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2 arrested after hitting officers with car before high speed chase
Two officers are recovering and two California women are in jail after an incident…
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May is National Bicycle Safety Month
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were more than 1,100 bicyclist fatalities nationwide in 2022, with more than…
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Car speeds by bus as students cross
A close call with two young students in Bingham County has the Snake River School District telling drivers to pay…
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More importance being put on boat inspections with threat of quagga mussels
Massive precautions have been used ever since to ensure the safety of the river…
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Vintage Market Days happening this weekend
Vintage Market Days returns to Eastern Idaho for the second year featuring more than 100 handpicked vendors for home decor, clothes, antiques, food…
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Early morning house fire in Wilson
Firefighters were able to put out a house fire in Wilson Wednesday…
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Man in custody after high speed chase
A highway chase that stretched from Idaho into Wyoming ended with a man behind…
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1 killed in crash north of Challis
One person is dead after a crash in Custer County north of…
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Yellowstone’s East Entrance to open May 3
Anticipate possible temporary road closures or delays for…
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A cold case is solved 38 years later
A cold case from 1986 is finally solved through advancements in DNA…
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New landfill in Fremont County celebrated with groundbreaking
Eastern Idaho Regional Solid Waste District (EIRSWD) celebrated a new landfill in Fremont County with a ceremonial groundbreaking Wednesday.…
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Avoid delays: An update on Idaho Falls road construction plans
Road crews in Idaho Falls are working on three main projects this…
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INL researchers working to remove and convert waste to help environment and military
“It’s probably not going to be good, but it will be…
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Idaho Gives – 2 days left to donate to Idaho non-profits
With less than two days left to donate, so far Idahoans throughout the state have raised more than $2…
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Deadline Wednesday for Open Primaries signatures
Wednesday is the deadline day for sponsors of the initiative for Open Primaries in…
Continue Reading Medical examiner and neighbors testify on Day 14 of Chad Daybell’s murder trial
Testimony continues with Day 14 in the Chad Daybell murder…
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Police seek witnesses of US 20 crash near Atomic City
Police are looking for witnesses who saw a two-vehicle crash that occurred Wednesday at 5:40 a.m. on US 20 near Atomic…
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What you need to know about sun exposure and skin care in higher elevations
With the first day of summer quickly approaching, it’s time to think more about sunscreen.…
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Millions of households losing internet service through Affordable Connectivity Program
The ACP provided about 23 million American households with internet at low or no…
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Wyoming’s favorite baby name winners crowned
Wyoming’s favorite baby name winners for 2023 have been…
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Wyoming residents rush to forest to find shed horns
Over 120 cars rushed to the National Elk Refuge in Jackson looking for that prized shed…
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What is a Digital Health Passport and why you should have one
Co-founder of Carta Healthcare joins Local News 8 in the Morning today to break down the importance of having a health…
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Protecting your garden plants from a freeze
“The main thing is you shouldn’t be planting things this…
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Patients forced to look for new drug and alcohol rehab center
A local drug and alcohol rehabilitation center has shut down, leaving a number of workers without a…
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US 191/189 Hoback Canyon to temporary close Wednesday
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon for Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.…
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Multiple agencies honor Deputy Tobin Bolter
Nine days ago, Deputy Tobin Bolter’s watch tragically…
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New measures to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species into Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park will implement new measures to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) into park waters.…
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Rigby woman killed in Blaine County crash
A 30-year-old Rigby woman was killed in a crash Monday in Blaine…
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