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Study: Idaho is 387 pet adoptions away from achieving no-kill

August 19, 2024 11:47 AM Noah Farley

Best Friends says Idaho is seeing a 92.5% total save…

Talk show icon Phil Donahue dies at 88

August 19, 2024 8:19 AM CNN Newsource

By Sara Sidner and Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — Phil Donahue, who flipped the script for daytime television by tackling controversial issues in front…

Snake River Truck Show draws crowd at McCowin Park

August 18, 2024 8:34 PM William Syslo

The Snake River Truck show took place Saturday, August 17 at McCowin Park in Ammon. The event also raises funds for Operation Pay it Forward, a…

Funnel clouds spotted in Eastern Idaho near Roberts

August 18, 2024 7:08 PM News Team

Several residents in Roberts Idaho have sent in pictures of a strong storm near the area with funnel…

ISU Women’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Schedule

August 18, 2024 6:24 PM William Syslo

Idaho State University Women’s basketball team announced their schedule for the 2024-25 season, featuring a home game against…

Back to school safety while sharing the road with busses

August 18, 2024 3:50 PM Tucker Robertson

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) wants to remind drivers of school bus…

Local News 8 is back in Bear Lake County

August 17, 2024 9:10 PM Tucker Robertson

Local News 8 is in Bear Lake County, thanks to our own Todd Kunz setting up the translator. But he wasn’t alone, Todd got some help from his…

Brush fire near Pocatello nearly contained

August 17, 2024 5:36 PM News Team

Local News 8 is tracking a fire in Bannock County.

It is reported to be at or near…

Phone scams are causing trouble for locals and law enforcement

August 17, 2024 5:16 PM News Team

Phone scams are becoming more prevalent, causing trouble for locals and law enforcement. Police say if someone calls asking for money or personal…

U.S. Navy launches the future USS IDAHO a Virginia-Class Attack Submarine

August 17, 2024 3:59 PM Tucker Robertson

The future USS IDAHO (SSN 799), was launched from General Dynamics Electric Boat’s shipyard into the Thames River, Aug.…

Possible power shutoffs for Idaho Power customers

August 17, 2024 2:58 PM Tucker Robertson

Continued concerns about storm conditions and wildfire risk is prompting the possibility of a Public Safety Power Shutoff in the Pocatello area,…

Bonneville County inmate fails to return to jail

August 17, 2024 11:36 AM Tucker Robertson

Mr Sedano-Olivas is an inmate on work release who failed to return to jail. Mr. Sedano-Olivas was scheduled to return the night of August 16 after…

Fair food kid makes inspiring victory speech

August 17, 2024 10:44 AM Jeff Roper

State fair are beginning across the country. That means lots of creative food and sweets. In Iowa, the winner of the chocolate cream frosting eating…

The Center Street underpass in Pocatello will re-open

August 16, 2024 9:41 PM News Team

The Center Street underpass will re-open on Sunday, August…

Motorcycle accident at the intersection of Holmes and 1st Street

August 16, 2024 9:15 PM News Team

There was an accident Friday, August 16 involving a motorcycle at the intersection of Holmes and 1st Street in front of Mike’s…

Students had the ‘March through the Arch’ ceremony at Idaho State University

August 16, 2024 8:06 PM News Team

Friday, August 16 was the ‘March through the Arch’ ceremony at Idaho State…

Pocatello man brought home Netflix’s “Blue Ribbon”

August 16, 2024 7:41 PM News Team

Nathan Chandler, the owner of ‘Confections Bakery’, competed in Netflix’s Blue Ribbon Baking Championship and…

Raw milk is being investigated by health officials

August 16, 2024 5:41 PM Tucker Robertson

Idaho Public Health officials are investigating recent reports of 18 people who recently experienced symptoms of, and tested positive for…

White Pine Charter School holds ribbon cutting

August 16, 2024 5:13 PM Noah Farley

White pine charter school in Ammon held its ribbon cutting the morning of Friday, August…

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District welcomes learners back to school with a new theme

August 16, 2024 4:17 PM Tucker Robertson

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 wants to create a place where every child feels supported and motivated to attend school daily. Research has…

Drivers can use all lanes at the intersection of Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road

August 16, 2024 3:29 PM Tucker Robertson

All lanes are open at the intersection of Hawthorne Road and West Quinn Road. The required testing phase of the lights is complete, but crews will…

The show after the show

August 16, 2024 2:16 PM Jeff Roper

Jeff Roper and Maggie Tolleson with extra from Wake up with 8. Food selfies and restaurant etiquette, and new slang to win at Scrabble. How do you…

High-speed car chase begins in Rigby and ends in Idaho Falls

August 16, 2024 3:17 PM Noah Farley

The speeding car continued south through Idaho Falls and crashed on 65th South in Bonneville…

Teton Pass detour to close for chip sealing

August 16, 2024 1:04 PM Noah Farley

The chip seal project is part of WYDOT’s effort to get the detour ready for winter…

Governor Brad Little takes a helicopter tour of two Idaho fires

August 15, 2024 8:47 PM News Team

Idaho Governor Brad Little flew in a black hawk helicopter over the Gwen and Texas fires Thursday, August…

Authorities say to avoid two fires burning in Fremont County

August 15, 2024 8:16 PM News Team

Two fires are burning in Fremont County, and authorities say to stay…

Strong winds have caused outages and downed trees

August 15, 2024 7:21 PM Tucker Robertson

Strong winds and showers have caused outages and downed trees in the Ammon/Idaho Falls…

Benny’s Pantry offers free groceries for ISU students

August 15, 2024 6:27 PM Sam Ross

Classes for Idaho State University students start Monday, and Benny’s Pantry offers free food and personal care items for…

Late season rain could spell trouble for Idaho barley farmers

August 15, 2024 4:48 PM Seth Ratliff

Late-season rains are spelling concerns for barley…

Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, ID

Portneuf Medical Center is hosting a NICU reunion

August 15, 2024 4:07 PM Tucker Robertson

Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) invites Portneuf neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) graduates and their families to a NICU reunion on Monday, August…

Upcoming road construction to a section of Holmes Avenue

August 15, 2024 3:46 PM News Team

Starting Monday, August 19, drivers in Idaho Falls will be detoured around a section of road construction on Holmes…

Pocatello police on the trail of a “cat” burglar

August 15, 2024 11:39 AM Jeff Roper

Pocatello (Pocatello) – A string of thefts and sneaky behavior in Pocatello has left a cat being issued a warrant for his arrest. Jasper, who is…

Show after the show

August 15, 2024 11:13 AM Jeff Roper

Local news 8 in the morning keeps going after the show to share other things happen and open with our viewers about hot topics and what else is going…

Pay It Forward finds Angel Fund at pet clinic

August 14, 2024 2:56 PM Todd Kunz

The Angel Fund is unique way of paying for pet clinic services when the owner is in a tight spot and cannot pay.…

Drunk man steals tow truck, wreaks havoc at Old Faithful

August 14, 2024 6:21 PM Stephanie Lucas

A complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court of Wyoming says Alan Rawlings Bowling, 57, was unable to purchase beer at the Old Faithful Upper…

RV rollover on the Teton Pass causes one fatality

August 14, 2024 6:01 PM Tucker Robertson

One person has died following an RV rollover on the Teton Pass this afternoon. The incident caused road closures in both directions as crews clean…

Burley/Rupert area losing Local News 8 signal

August 14, 2024 5:20 PM Tucker Robertson

Viewers in the Burley/Rupert area will lose the over-the-air signal for Local News 8 when the station’s VHF signal is turned off on Wednesday, August…

Incredible survival – How 89-year-old Bing Olbum’s family reacted to his safe return

August 14, 2024 4:55 PM Seth Ratliff

Missing hiker, Bing Olbum, was found safe after his camp was located late Saturday night, after the 89 year old survived an incredible 10 days alone…

Swan Valley family fundraiser donates $128,000 to Champs Heart

August 14, 2024 4:32 PM Seth Ratliff

The Fleming family of Swan Valley donated $128,000 to the charity Wednesday…

Woman rescued from 100-foot steep embankment in Gibson Jack area

August 14, 2024 12:19 PM Curtis Jackson

The Bannock County Sheriff’s office said a woman was rescued from a 100-foot embankment in the Gibson Jack area early Tuesday…

Idaho Supreme Court rules Open Primaries Initiative can remain on November ballot

August 14, 2024 11:48 AM Stephanie Lucas

The open primaries initiative will be on the ballot in November after a ruling from the Idaho Supreme Court. The court ruled against the challenges…

Caribou County boy auctions prized pig to raise money for friend with cancer

August 14, 2024 11:26 AM Sam Ross

Flint Van Buren, 9, has become a local hero after he decided to auction his beloved 4-H pig, Piggy Smalls, to raise money for his friend who was…

Los Lobos, Los Lonely Boys concert canceled for Friday at Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel due to family death

August 14, 2024 10:57 AM News Team

Due to the passing of their father, Los Lonely Boys have decided to cancel their concert on August 16, 2024.…

Cup Bop opens new location in Pocatello

August 14, 2024 8:50 AM Sam Ross

Cup Bop held its grand opening in Pocatello on Tuesday.…

Bannock County to renovate Veteran’s Memorial Building

August 13, 2024 11:04 PM Curtis Jackson

Bannock County found a way to thank our veterans by renovating the county Veteran’s Memorial…

Idaho Lt. Governor speaks about water curtailment during Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon

August 13, 2024 10:35 PM Stephanie Lucas

Water curtailment was the main topic at an Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon…

Thunderstorms bring rain and wind to eastern Idaho

August 13, 2024 4:16 PM Curtis Jackson

Thunderstorms rumbled across eastern Idaho Tuesday afternoon bringing wind and rain. So far, no damage has been reported.…

101-year-old woman graduates from BYU-Idaho

August 13, 2024 12:43 PM Noah Farley

She got a standing ovation when she stood up from her wheelchair and walked to receive her…

Idaho Falls breaks ground for new power plant

August 12, 2024 10:46 PM News Team

City officials broke ground Monday for a new power plant on Iona Road and Yellowstone Highway.…

Ross Park Aquatic Complex reopens

August 12, 2024 10:23 PM News Team

The Ross Park Aquatic Complex is open again.

The pool was forced to close last Friday when a pipe burst and soaked an electrical panel, leaving the…

How has Chesbro Music Company endured 100+ years?

August 12, 2024 10:11 PM Noah Farley

Chesbro music has been around for more than 100 years and just opened a newly-remodeled…

Lance Broncho pleads guilty – Idaho Falls murder suspect accepts plea deal

August 12, 2024 5:21 PM Seth Ratliff

Idaho Falls murder suspect Lance Broncho was back in court Monday, changing his plea to guilty in response to a plea agreement from the Bonneville…

Bannock County Courthouse slated for significant improvements

August 12, 2024 12:50 PM Noah Farley

These changes will provide more parking for patrons and make it safer to cross the…

White Pine Charter School to open on time after flooding

August 12, 2024 11:52 AM Noah Farley

Despite the flood of about a million gallons, the school is planned to open on…

An accident involving a vehicle and pedestrian has resulted in a fatality

August 11, 2024 6:05 PM Tucker Robertson

A fatal accident involving a late model Jeep and a pedestrian has resulted in the death of Paul R. Dreher, a 24-year-old man from Blackfoot.…

Missing 89-year-old hiker found safe & alive

August 11, 2024 12:38 PM Travis Richards

Bing Olbum, A 89-year-old hiker who has been missing for the last several days, has been found and is…

Family mud run at Sandy Downs

August 10, 2024 8:04 PM Tucker Robertson

The eighth annual mud run at Sandy Downs is a mile-and-a-half run with different obstacles. Each racer had about 45 minutes to complete as many laps…

Trump rally in Bozeman, Montana draws support from Eastern Idaho

August 10, 2024 4:42 PM Todd Kunz

Former President Donald Trump rallied in Bozeman, Montana, Friday night, August 9. Local News 8’s Todd Kunz and photographer Dave Barrington…

One fatality and four others hospitalized after fatal crash near Idaho Falls

August 10, 2024 4:32 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating an injury crash from overnight on August 9, that resulted in one fatality and four others sent…

Non-profit group Crossroad Park buys Chad Daybell property

August 9, 2024 11:05 PM News Team

An anonymous donor has purchased the Chad Daybell house north of Rexburg. They plan to give it to a new non-profit group called Crossroad Park which…

Former President Donald Trump campaigns in Bozeman, Montana

August 9, 2024 7:45 PM Tucker Robertson

Former President Donald Trump in Bozeman, Montana to do some fundraisers and support Tim Sheehy who is running for the U.S.…

Trump plane heading to Montana rally was diverted but landed safely in Billings, airport staff says

August 9, 2024 4:00 PM Associated Press

Trump’s plane was en route to Bozeman, Montana, when it was diverted Friday afternoon to Billings, 142 miles to the east, according to Jenny Mockel,…

Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms passed away

August 9, 2024 3:17 PM Curtis Jackson

Former U.S. Senator Steve Symms Idaho passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of…

Weekend show after the show

August 9, 2024 2:13 PM Jeff Roper

Jeff Roper and Kailey Galaviz are in the know with everything happening ahead of this smoky summer weekend. And if you’ve ever wondered how much you…

Ross Park Aquatic Complex closed after burst pipe, electrical outage

August 9, 2024 10:50 PM Sam Ross

The Ross Park Aquatic Complex is closed after a burst pipe soaked electrical components Friday morning, leaving the facility without water or…

Idaho Museum of Natural History debuts new exhibit

August 9, 2024 11:11 PM Sam Ross

The Idaho Museum of Natural History is showcasing ‘The Art of Science’, a new exhibit featuring hand drawn pictures of local freshwater…

Plans in the works to prevent trucks from getting stuck at Northgate Mile Underpass

August 9, 2024 1:26 PM Noah Farley

The structure was built for the railroad in the 1930s, so it was not built to today’s height…

Snake River Triathlon looking for volunteers to cheer on athletes

August 9, 2024 7:38 AM News Team

The Snake River Triathlon is searching for volunteers to help cheer on over 200 athletes along the river and help award them as they cross the finish…

Former President Trump to hold a rally in Bozeman on Friday evening

August 8, 2024 10:04 PM Todd Kunz

Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday, August…

Dozens of kids turn out for Roaring Youth Jam

August 8, 2024 9:41 PM Seth Ratliff

Adults and kids of all ages take part in the fun and sometimes messy…

Ammon Mayor asks community to support near-drowning victim

August 8, 2024 9:28 PM News Team

Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti is asking for the community to come together in support of the teen who nearly drowned last weekend during Ammon…

Police warn against phone scams impersonating deputies

August 8, 2024 4:37 PM Noah Farley

A common scam comes from suspects posing as local law enforcement and making victims believe they have a warrant, missed jury duty, or owe some…

Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival started Thursday

August 8, 2024 9:19 PM Sam Ross

The Annual Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival started Thursday with a parade and children’s…

Pocatello area Parade of Homes kicks off with ribbon cutting

August 8, 2024 4:47 PM Sam Ross

The 2024 Pocatello area Parade of Homes started Thursday with the grand opening ribbon cutting of the Inclusive Care Clinic Pharmacy in…

Utah bans 13 books at schools, including popular “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series, under new law

August 8, 2024 2:27 PM Associated Press

Associated Press Thirteen popular books have been banned from all public schools in Utah in the first wave of bans expected under a new law that…

How INL is working towards the future of nuclear energy

August 8, 2024 7:31 AM News Team

Shelly Norman, Idaho National Laboratory’s Tour Ambassador joins Local News 8 in the Morning to talk about nuclear energy and their goals for the…

Body found near the Trail Creek area is identified

August 7, 2024 10:30 PM News Team

They say the remains are those of Lynn E. Lachappelle. Lachappelle was reported missing to Pocatello Police on July…

Don’t miss out: Idaho could be holding your unclaimed funds

August 7, 2024 7:20 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth visited the Idaho Potato Museum in Blackfoot on Wednesday.

She was there to let people know about unclaimed…

89-year-old hiker missing in Custer County

August 7, 2024 2:11 PM Curtis Jackson

The Custer County Sheriff’s office is looking for an 89-year-old hiker.

They are looking for Bing Olbum who left from Hunter Creek Trailhead on…

“I want that certainty as soon as possible”-Governor Little addresses groundwater users’ concerns

August 7, 2024 12:35 PM Seth Ratliff

The Governor told local News 8 he was confident in the progress the group has made ahead of the October 1st deadline for a new mitigation agreement…

Work begins to open Center Street underpass

August 7, 2024 3:24 PM Sam Ross

Crews are beginning work again to get the Center Street underpass open for traffic into Historic Downtown…

Log truck gets stuck under Northgate Mile underpass

August 7, 2024 3:45 PM Noah Farley

This is another truck of so many that keep getting stuck at this underpass since the beginning of the…

Idaho Falls Roaring Youth Jam explores the different “Eras” of art

August 7, 2024 7:27 AM News Team

The Visual Arts Director from the Idaho Falls Art Council shares this year’s theme for the Roaring Youth Jam happening August 8, 9, and 10 along the…

Idaho Falls Community turns out to connect with police officers at National Night Out

August 6, 2024 10:49 PM Linda Larsen

Tautphaus Park was packed with people anxious to see and hear the tools of the trade of our local law…

Firefighters keeping an eye on small wildfire near Teton Pass

August 6, 2024 10:33 PM Curtis Jackson

Firefighters are watching a fire in the Moose Creek Canyon area in Teton County, Wyoming. The fire was reported Tuesday afternoon and possibly…

Evacuation order lifted after grass fire threatens Madison County homes

August 6, 2024 3:43 PM Seth Ratliff

Madison County Sheriff’s Office said a wildfire is burning west of Rexburg north of Idaho Highway 33. The sheriff’s office is asking residents…

Rescan now to access KIFI Local News 8’s improved signal

August 1, 2024 12:43 PM LocalNews8 Administrator

Antenna users will need to rescan their TVs to continue to get ABC, CBS, CW, and Telemundo…

Bow maintenance and preparation: Getting ready for hunting season

August 6, 2024 10:06 PM Noah Farley

No matter what you take with you this hunting season, proper maintenance and preparation are…

National Night out starts tonight at 5 in Tautphaus park

August 6, 2024 3:37 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out on Tuesday night, August 6th.…

Pocatello will use federal grant for 5th street improvements

August 6, 2024 2:02 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello was chosen to receive a $16.4 million grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency, which they said they will use to improve South 5th…