Madison County Emergency Management warns of potential flooding near Rexburg
The Madison County Emergency Management Agency is warning of potential flooding caused by snowmelt on the Rexburg Bench. The agency is reporting that…
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“The Oscar of Teaching” – Jackson Fine Arts Teacher surprised with $25,000 Milken Educator Award
Jackson Hole High School Fine Arts Teacher Collin Binko is being honored for his contribution to education. During a schoolwide assembly celebrating…
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Ammon firefighters rescue 2 dogs from garage fire
The Ammon Fire Department responded to a garage fire at a home along East Wayne Avenue.
Firefighters were able to enter the home by cutting through…
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Fish and Game investigating poaching incidents near Thatcher
“If we want to preserve, protect, perpetuate, manage these species for years to come, for future generations, we have to make sure that we’re…
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Immigration enforcement bill moves back to Idaho House
A bill that would allow state law enforcement to regulate illegal immigration is heading back to the Idaho House following amendments by the…
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The Rexburg Tabernacle looks pretty in pink
“The building looks nice on the outside, and we’re excited about that,” Tietjen said. “But we are still going to be starting renovations on the…
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Giant colon exhibit teaches importance of screening
Colon cancer—one of the leading causes of death in the country—is on the rise, and it’s one of the few cancers that can be…
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Idaho Falls Police launch 2025 Citizen’s Police Academy – Applications now open
The program is designed to give community members a working knowledge of the Idaho Falls Police Department, insight into being a police officer, and…
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21st annual “Idaho Teen Film Festival” returns March 18th
“In the 20-plus year history of the event, 492 films have been submitted, and over $50,000 of prizes have been awarded,” writes the East Idaho Falls…
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Southeastern Idaho Public Health offering free STD testing through March
According to SIPH, testing for STD’s takes only a few minutes and test results will be available to people before they leave their…
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Idaho Falls Firefighters tackle SUV fire on US Highway 20
The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on US Highway 20 Sunday morning. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, which was…
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Rexburg Police issue warning after elderly couple loses $35,000 to scammers
The victims told police they had received an email from what they thought was PayPal’s fraud department, informing the couple of activity involving…
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Ammon mayor addresses state of city
Mayor Coletti addressed a major concern in the city—the streets. He says Ammon’s tax levy is so low it makes it impossible to save for street…
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Idaho Falls protestors seek increased punishments for child-sex crimes
Dozens protested in Idaho Falls Friday against judges they believe have given light sentences for sexual misconduct with children and possession of…
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‘Chrome in the Dome’ returns to ICCU Dome
Idaho’s premier car show is revving up at Idaho State University. ‘Chrome in the Dome’ returns to the ICCU dome this weekend. The event features over…
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National Sleep Week begins Sunday
Sunday, March 9, marks the start of daylight saving time, and local doctors are pushing more people to make sure they get enough sleep after the…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Orrin Miller – March 6th, 2025
Orrin Miller is a Senior at Malad High School, and he just completed a huge goal for himself – becoming a state champion wrestler. He completed…
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Train vs semi crash in Madison County – Sheriff’s deputies on scene
SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is responding to the scene of a semi-truck versus train crash near north of Rexburg.…
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Red Cross asks homeowners to check smoke alarms when we spring forward
Since last October, the Red Cross responded to 70 home fires in Idaho. At least five of those fires were in the Idaho Falls-Pocatello area and…
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Idaho Governor signs $253 million income tax cut
The Idaho Senate passed a projected $253 million tax cut, in addition to exemptions for military pensions and the removal of capital gains on…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes host annual job fair in Fort Hall
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Vocational Rehabilitation Program hosted the ninth annual Job and Resource Fair in Fort Hall on Thursday. The fair…
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Idaho Senate approves $35 increase for Idaho grocery tax credit
House Bill 231 increases the grocery tax credit from $120 to $155 per person. The bill also removes the increased rate for…
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Biggest indoor RV show in East Idaho comes to Mountain America Center
Bish’s RV, Camping World, and Smith RV are working together to give people a chance to browse and buy any RV-related products they…
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Controversial execution methods bill moves to the Governor’s desk
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – A bill that would make the firing squad the primary method of execution in Idaho is on its way to Governor Little’s desk. House…
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Southeast Idaho Catholic community marks Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, Catholics and some fellow Christians receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross to mark the first day of Lent, or the 40…
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Idaho Farmers weigh in on Trump administration proposed tariffs
In his Tuesday night address to Congress, President Donald Trump pledged the new US trade policy would be “great for the American farmer” and…
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ISU hosts ‘De-Stress Fest’ to help students through midterm exams
Southeast Idaho college students are receiving a much-needed boost as they enter the final days of mid-term exams. Idaho State University’s Student…
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Two in custody following high-speed chase outside of Fort Hall
The chase came to a stop at exit 89 outside of Blackfoot, where the ISP says they were able to spike the driver’s tires in a PIT maneuver. ISP…
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Idaho Falls protestors rally against President Trump’s executive orders
A group of protestors gathered along the Broadway Bridge in Idaho Falls Tuesday afternoon. Protest organizers say they are rallying against the…
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ITD provides updates on interstate construction around Pocatello
ITD representatives said their three largest area projects moving into spring include the replacement of interstate bridges near Inkom, the expansion…
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office investigating school threat made by Sandcreek Middle School student
Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a social media threat made by a student at Sandcreek Middle School in Ammon Monday…
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Idaho House passes bill, restricting the use of SNAP benefits
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho House passed a bill Monday that will restrict the purchase of junk foods like soda and candy using the Supplemental…
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Hundreds rally in Jackson as part of national “Protect Your Parks Protest”
Town square in Jackson was filled with almost 200 protesters raising their voices to protect national parks, Saturday. This comes as Elon Musk and…
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Is owning chickens less expensive than buying eggs at the store?
Egg prices continue to rise, and experts do not expect them to decrease anytime soon. This situation raises a question: Would it be more…
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UPDATE: Idaho State Police continue to ask for the public’s help in I-15 murder investigation
UPDATE MARCH 3, 2025 1:55 PM BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is thanking the public after receiving numerous tips and…
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Pocatello cemetery staff ask people clear decorations before spring cleaning starts
Cleaning crews will soon begin the annual ‘spring clean-up’ of Mountain View and Restlawn Cemeteries, and they are asking people to pick up graveside…
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ISU counselors offering week of activities to help students deal with midterm stress
“Having events where we’re out there, and letting students know that we exist and that there are things that… they can do to help themselves feel…
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Local food bank struggles with skyrocketing egg prices
The charity used to pay up to $60 for 30 dozen eggs, but now they would have to pay $200 for the same amount of eggs. That’s more than a triple…
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ISU biologists get large federal grant to continue work studying genetic disorders
Dr. Heather Ray, assistant professor of developmental biology at Idaho State University, and her students received a $415,000 grant from the National…
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Community All-Stars: The Civil Air Patrol saves lives and shapes futures through volunteer work
The Civil Air Patrol is a congressionally chartered and federally funded non-profit organization that helps support the community through service,…
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Area Red Cross offering free diabetes testing with blood donations
The Red Cross of Idaho, Montana, and East Oregon are providing free A1C testing for blood donors to screen for pre-diabetes and diabetes through…
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Rexburg named one of the safest college towns in the nation
Rexburg has been named as one of the safest college towns in the…
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Close Call: Rexburg police advise greater caution after teens narrowly avoid car
Police in Rexburg are reminding the community to exercise caution after two teens had a “close call” crossing a rural intersection.
Dashcam video,…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Tasha Larsen – February 27, 2025
Tasha Larsen is a Junior on the Sugar-Salem Diggers Girl’s Basketball team. In the team’s State Championship win over Bear Lake, Tasha dropped 15…
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Local martial artist needs your help to represent USA in international tournament
18-year-old Daz Diaz of Fort Hall has been chosen to represent Team USA at the International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA)’s upcoming 2025…
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Developers unveil new plans for land by Pocatello Regional Airport
The Bannock Development Corporation has announced plans for phase one of their upcoming ‘CREST (convention, recreation, entertainment, sports, and…
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Kids across Idaho rock out with the Idaho Falls Symphony
The engaging concert helps kids learn to love music and show them the orchestra can be enjoyed at any…
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Governor signs HB 93 to create School Choice Tax Credit program
Gov. Brad Little signed HB 93 to create the Parental Tax Credit…
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Rigby High students stage walkout as district cuts AP classes
Students at Rigby High School staged a walkout today to protest Jefferson Joint School District 251’s decision to eliminate advanced and advanced…
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WATCH: Man destroys Local News 8’s fence and takes off
Idaho Falls Police are on the lookout for a man who drove his pickup into a cinderblock fence.…
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D91 students raise nearly 50,000 cans for annual Souper Bowl
Together, students from Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools collected over 46,600 cans of soup and food to support local families in…
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Idaho Innovation Center hosting Luau fundraiser
The Idaho Innovation Center is inviting the people of Southeast Idaho for a night of dinner, fun, and entertainment. The group is holding its annual…
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Rexburg police quickly resolve situation after “violent indivdual” barricades self with gun
Rexburg Police said they arrested a person who was armed and erratic in a home in the Summerfield…
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Idaho hunters now need to pass bear identification test
Anyone registering to hunt black bears in Idaho must show proof that they have passed a bear identification test. The test is to help hunters…
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New Rexburg Police building officially in the works
“Our police department is one of the finest departments in the state, if not in the country,” Merrill told Local News 8. “We feel like they deserve a…
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Idaho House passes breast cancer screening bill
“I bring this bill forward not without heartache,” said Green. “Back in July, just two weeks prior to an embryo transfer to grow my family. I woke up…
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Road Closure – Portions of Hitt Road to close starting Monday
Drivers in Idaho Falls may need to plan an alternate route to avoid construction starting next week. KV Utilities, the contractors for Intermountain…
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“Iconic leader” and “lifelong public servant” – Former Idaho Falls mayor dies at 88
According to Idaho Falls Power, it was Campbell who “directed the Electric Division in 1979 to begin studying the feasibility of building a new…
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Teens terrify families through destructive TikTok challenge
Johnson was terrified because he thought someone was trying to break down his door and invade his…
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Woman is forcefully removed from town hall meeting in Coeur d’Alene
Chaos broke out during a Kootenai County town hall Saturday. Multiple witnesses began recording as a woman was forcefully removed from the Coeur…
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Rexburg holding business competition with cash prizes totaling $10,000 – How to enter
An exciting opportunity for young and experienced entrepreneurs is heading to Rexburg. City leadership is holding a business competition with prizes…
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Community All Stars: Simplot Games volunteer jumps in to help
For 16 years, the roar of the crowd, the pounding of the feet, and the thud of athletes landing in the sand have been the soundtrack to Debbie…
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Dozens gather for ink-redible art
“Just watching the artist and their pens, how they move their needles and their judgment of character and just their visions that display,” Montoya…
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Fatal Ririe helicopter crash – Survivor’s identity released
The Bonneville County Coroner has identified the victim of the helicopter crash near the Ririe Reservoir Thursday evening as Alt Tech CEO Bradford…
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Former Bingham deputy’s court appeal denied
Stephanie Grisham’s lawyer argued the terms of her confinement are cruel and unusual, and the jail is causing her to have increased mental health…
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Gem State physicians rally against bill to fundementally change medical education
Idaho physicians are warning of the potentially devastating impacts of a bill currently in the Idaho House looking to discontinue WWAMI. WWAMI stands…
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Second day of Simplot Games kicks off with star-studded breakfast
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The 45th annual Simplot Games started their second day of track and field events with the ‘Dick Fosbury Breakfast’ at…
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Fatal helicopter crash near Ririe Reservoir
Local law enforcement and Fire crews are responding to a Helicopter crash near the Ririe reservoir, power lines downed by the crash are allegedly on…
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ISU hosts hundreds of local students for Bengal STEM Day
“We’ve got so much stuff with science we can be doing that’s hands on, that’s interactive, that schools don’t necessarily have the resources to do,”…
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From southern heat to Idaho freeze a student warms Rexburg
A BYUI Student from the south came to Idaho unprepared for the harsh lesson that there is a difference between cold and freezing.…
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Sermon Service & Electric Student-Athlete of the Week – Dallin Jardine – February 19th, 2025
We are at the part of basketball season where tomorrow is not guaranteed. In girls basketball, the state tournament is set to begin this week. For…
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Kali and Zeke Best – A mountain of memories from lives cut short
“Kali was a beautiful soul,” cousin Meg Fischer told Local News 8. “This was one very, very tragic and unfortunate day in a life that was incredibly…
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DNA evidence will be allowed in Bryan Kohberger trial
In a striking victory for the Prosecution, Ada County Judge Steven Hippler ruled against attorneys for University of Idaho murder suspect, Bryan…
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Poky animal shelter needs your help housing foster animals
Shelter managers say they have an abundance of dogs and cats looking for temporary and “fur-ever” homes. The shelter is trying to free up as much…
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Seven Idaho U.S. Bank locations set to shutter their doors
U.S. Bank is closing numerous branches in the Gem State before June. Local News 8 has confirmed that several of the locations set to close are…
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10th snowplow strike of the season – ITD urging drivers to be more cautious
Justin Smith, public information officer for ITD, said despite the lack of snow this winter, they have had a rash of accidents involving cars versus…
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Family of Teton county murder victims respond to guilty plea – Local News 8 Exclusive
“This last year and however many months has been a lot to take in and the last few days have been no exception,” Kali’s cousin Meg Fischer told Local…
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Victims names released from Wyoming fiery tunnel crash
“Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the community of Rawlins and the families, friends, and loved ones of all three of these…
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Nampa Legislator wants to change indecent exposure law following controversial pride celebration
The Bill was introduced by Representative Jeff Cornilles (R), in response to complaints he received from members of the public following an LGBTQ…
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Governor Little reaffirms Idaho’s support of immigration enforcement
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Governor Brad Little is renewing the state of Idaho’s support for President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, as the…
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Summer of concerts at the Port – Big names and lineup on the way
Bannock County has already announced the summer concert series will include performances by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Billy Currington, blues…
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Local News 8 goes skiing
MLK Day and President’s Day are some of the busiest ski days of the year, according to Kelly Canyon Ski…
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50 States/50 Protests – Dozens gather for protest across Southeast Idaho
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Multiple protests took place across Southeast Idaho on Monday, the demonstrations part of protests from coast to coast…
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Indoor pickleball complex hits Pocatello
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– A new indoor pickleball facility ‘Poky Pickleball’ opened its doors to sports fans on February 7. Poky Pickleball features…
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WYDOT provides updates following fatal tunnel crash
GREEN RIVER, Wyoming (KIFI) -The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is providing new information following the multiple-vehicle crash in…
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St. Ann’s Catholic Church gets new church building
They shared their gratitude to God and the community who helped make this new building…
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Police search for 2 suspects following burglary; 2 in custody
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Two men are in custody after an early morning beer theft Sunday morning. Idaho Falls Police continue to search the…
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Local protest against Trump Administration policies
The protesters say the policies dismantle programs that support both working-class and middle-class citizens and funnel millions of dollars to…
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Multiple vehicle crash in Wyoming tunnel
A deadly accident involving multiple vehicles is being reported in Wyoming on westbound I-80 at milepost 90.2 inside the Green River…
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Local shop sees major increase in Valentine’s Day sales
Mike Richards, owner of Love at First Bite Mercantile, says their Valentine’s Day sales are up 25% from last…
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Hundreds gather for fly fishing expo
The expo features several vendors and workshops on fishing, tying, casting, and…
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Red Cross urging people to donate blood as shortages hit the area
The local chapter of the Red Cross is asking people to get out and donate blood this winter as bad weather, seasonal sickness, and wildfires in…
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LDS Prophet announces Salt Lake Temple open house set for 2027
The president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the open house celebration for the Salt Lake Temple will be from April to…
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Last-minute Valentine’s Day shopping? Here’s some helpful ideas
This Valentine’s Day Fred Meyer has a variety of options whether looking to send some love to your significant other, a friend or just…
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Car crashes into train near Fort Hall
The Fort Hall Police Department (FHPD) received a call on February 13 at 4:04 p.m. of a train and car accident at Sheepskin and Treaty…
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Jeremy Best pleads guilty to the murders of pregnant wife and infant son
UPDATE: FRI Feb 14, 2025, 10:50 AM – The Kali Best family sent Local New 8 a statement regarding Jeremy Best guilty plea. It said: “Yesterday marked…
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Health officials share growing concern over spikes in flu cases
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Major flu outbreaks are sweeping through Idaho Falls, this week a rise in respiratory illnesses like flu or RSV forced the…
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Local eateries gear up for Valentine’s Day rush
Tomorrow is the big day for love and romance and local restaurants are…
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Gem Prep Charter School drawing in students with accelerated learning opportunities
In recent years, more families are choosing to send their students to charter and private schools over traditional, public schools–with charter…
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Idaho Potato Commission introduces limited Valentines Day creation “Kiss of French”
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)—If you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) released a limited-edition lip…
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