Local News Archives

IFPD welcomes new potential K9

May 12, 2022 3:27 PM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department welcomed a new potential K9, Skadi, a 6-month-old Belgian Malinois mix.

Idaho Falls High School debate team needs help to get to nationals

May 12, 2022 11:44 AM Seth Ratliff

Few students from Idaho Falls High School have ever qualified for the national speech and debate tournament until this year when seven lucky students made the cut.

The drought continues despite a wet April

May 12, 2022 11:46 AM Evan Thomason

April has given all of the Eastern Idaho basins above average precipitation.

Learn to ride safely at second annual Pocatello OHV Safety Fair

May 14, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

The second annual Pocatello OHV Safety Fair will be held at the Bannock County Fairgrounds on May 21, 2022.

Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department launches new volunteer programs

May 12, 2022 11:48 AM News Team

You now have new ways to give back to the community by volunteering with the Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department.

Brooklyn’s Playground will be closed Thursday for annual clean-up and repair

May 12, 2022 10:55 AM News Team

Portneuf Valley Partners and Leadership Pocatello – Chubbuck are teaming up for the annual clean-up and repair of Brooklyn’s Playground.

PCSD 25 announces Jefferson Elementary School principal

May 12, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) announced the selection of Troy Johnson as the Jefferson Elementary School principal.

Thunder Ridge student named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholar

May 12, 2022 4:00 AM News Team

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Wednesday announced the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.

Winter weather and hazardous driving conditions expected in Yellowstone

May 12, 2022 9:37 AM News Team

Due to expected winter weather and hazardous driving conditions in Yellowstone National Park over the next few days, visitors should anticipate temporary road closures, driving delays and select roads having delayed openings.

Mosquito Creek prescribed burn to begin soon

May 12, 2022 9:00 AM News Team

The Jackson Ranger District of the Bridget-Teton National Forest will be moving forward with prescribed burn operations in the Mosquito Creek North unit, part of the Teton to Snake Fuels Reduction Project.

Police release identity of suspect in connection to armed carjacking

May 10, 2022 6:06 PM News Team

Idaho Falls Police officers and Bonneville County Sheriffs deputies responded to the Maverik Store at Sunnyside Rd. and S. Yellowstone Tuesday evening to a report of an armed robbery.

Idaho hospital sues Ammon Bundy and associate for defamation

May 11, 2022 6:29 PM Associated Press

An Idaho hospital that went on lockdown in March after far-right activists protested outside is suing Ammon Bundy, Diego Rodriguez and their various political organizations for defamation and “sustained online attacks.”

Second officer released from hospital following shooting

May 5, 2022 6:42 AM News Team, Linda Larsen

The Pocatello Police Department is releasing the names of the two officers involved in the officer-involved shooting that occurred May 5, 2022, on East Bridger Street.

Soda Springs welcomes Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall

May 11, 2022 4:17 PM Braydon Wilson

It’s a windy Wednesday in Soda Springs where after over 6 months of work and efforts from the Soda Springs Rotary Club and Veterans of Foreign War worked together with local businesses and others to bring the Traveling Vietnam war memorial to the small town.

Bingham County Historical Society Museum reopens after pandemic

May 11, 2022 3:29 PM News Team

To help mark the occasion, they’re honoring Bingham County veterans with a special exhibit.

Pay It Forward: Idaho Falls Community Garden Association

May 11, 2022 2:54 PM Todd Kunz

A unique garden has three locations that rent plots to community gardeners who don’t have room for a garden where they live.

Salmon Air Base hosts firefighter and rappel training

May 11, 2022 3:15 PM News Team

Annual wildland firefighter and rappel training will begin May 15 on the Salmon-Challis National Forest, bringing with it an influx of people to the Salmon area.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 381 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths

May 11, 2022 4:57 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 381 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths Wednesday.

Nampa school board votes to ban 22 books from libraries

May 11, 2022 2:10 PM Associated Press

A school board in southwestern Idaho has permanently banned 22 popular books from the district’s libraries, including Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” and Khaled Hosseini’s “Kite Runner.”

Early in-person and absentee voting count is low

May 11, 2022 11:29 AM Kailey Galaviz

Some counties are experiencing low turn out for early voting so far.

Spring Fair is back in Idaho Falls

May 11, 2022 11:20 AM Evan Thomason

The Silver State Fair has set up it’s rides and is ready for fun this week.

BLM seeks comments on proposed wild horse management plan for southwest Idaho

May 11, 2022 10:54 AM News Team

s part of its mission to manage and protect wild horses and burros on public lands, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input from the public on a proposed 10-year management plan for wild horses within the Sands Basin, Hardtrigger and Black Mountain Herd Management Areas located along the Owyhee Foothills.

Portneuf Medical Center nationally recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

May 11, 2022 11:25 AM News Team

Portneuf Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022.

New Bear Lake State Park park manager appointed

May 11, 2022 11:24 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) announced Bear Lake State Park has a new Park Manager.

Snake River Animal Shelter receives donation

May 11, 2022 11:06 AM Evan Thomason

Wackerli Subaru has generously donated a $16,270 check out to the Snake River Animal Shelter.

Runaway teen located

May 11, 2022 10:40 AM News Team

Bonneville County Sheriffs deputies are seeking the public’s help locating a 17-year-old runaway.

ISU student to compete at national FCCLA competition this summer

May 14, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

In April, Idaho State University College of Education student Jandy Grover won the gold award at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Boise.

Escape from Ukraine: Refugees and what they left behind

May 11, 2022 10:08 AM Emma Benson

For Ukrainian natives Eva, Lena and Kateryna, life forever changed on Feb. 24.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at new Bingham clinic in Pocatello, ID

Bingham Healthcare cuts ribbon to new urgent care facility in Pocatello

May 11, 2022 9:07 AM Cole Sams

Bingham Healthcare has opened a new urgent care clinic in the Gate City.

Lowest-paying jobs in Boise

May 10, 2022 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker ranked the 50 lowest-paying jobs in Boise, using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Idaho sees small shift in party affiliation ahead of primary

May 10, 2022 2:19 PM Associated Press

Fewer than 10,000 of Idaho’s roughly 1 million registered voters switched their affiliation to Republican ahead of next week’s primary election, according to the Idaho Secretary of State’s office.

2 arrested after gunfire exchange in parking lot

May 10, 2022 10:23 AM News Team

Two Idaho Falls residents have been arrested after gunfire was exchanged in an Idaho Falls parking lot.

College of Eastern Idaho graduates walk the stage

May 10, 2022 6:14 PM Kailey Galaviz

College of Eastern Idaho’s graduates got their chance to walk the stage and officially graduate with their associates degree.

High schoolers plant trees for Idaho Falls Arbor Day

May 10, 2022 4:24 PM Kailey Galaviz

New roots are developing at Reinhart Park in Idaho Falls.

A growing sport will have a new home

May 10, 2022 4:36 PM Braydon Wilson

Frisbee golf or disc golf is a fast growing sport, and in the city of Driggs, the participants of the sport will have a new course to use a bit closer to home.

Gov. Little talks tax cuts following April revenue report

May 10, 2022 3:44 PM Associated Press

Idaho Gov. Brad Little is promising more tax cuts after state budget officials on Tuesday reported April tax revenue came in nearly double what had been expected.

Illegally-stocked walleye caught in Idaho’s Lake Cascade

May 10, 2022 3:16 PM News Team

The Idaho Fish and Game Department is investigating how many illegally-stocked walleye fish are in Lake Cascade after a second walleye catch was reported in four years.

Stamp Out Hunger food drive is back for 2022

May 10, 2022 3:38 PM News Team

After being canceled for the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nations largest one day food drive is back.

Yupe sentenced to 5-15 years

May 10, 2022 10:03 AM News Team

Judge Darren B. Simpson sentenced Marcus Kurt Yupe on April 25.

Idaho sets new record for expensive gas

May 10, 2022 9:39 AM News Team

$4.48 per gallon is state’s highest average price for regular since AAA began tracking

Bannock County hosts Critical Incident Stress Management training for area first responders

May 10, 2022 10:57 AM Cole Sams

Local first responders are forming a support team to help each other recover from traumatic incidents.

Blood donations needed ahead of summer

May 10, 2022 10:56 AM Braydon Wilson

When schools let out for summer and families set off on vacation, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care.

As gas prices hit record, here’s how to get better mileage

May 10, 2022 10:38 AM Associated Press

By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — The dollars-and-cents counter on the gas pump seems to be spinning faster these days with U.S. prices hitting another record high on Tuesday. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded hit $4.37, according to AAA, 17 cents higher than just a week ago. Last

Bilingual voter resource website launches ahead of primary election

May 10, 2022 10:33 AM Seth Ratliff

Contamos Idaho launched a bilingual website to provide Latinx voters with information on the electoral process to ensure full participation in the upcoming May 17 primary election.

Salmon-Challis temporarily closes 2 segments of Ridge Road

May 10, 2022 9:46 AM News Team

The Salmon-Challis National Forest will be closing two segments of Ridge Road, National Forest System Road 020, to all motorized traffic to prevent road damage following recent wet weather.

Statewide GOP candidate forum Tuesday night

May 10, 2022 9:41 AM Dylan Carder

Voters have the chance to hear from all of the statewide GOP candidates in an online forum Tuesday, May 10.

Idaho lieutenant governor wants harshest US abortion ban

May 9, 2022 5:32 PM Associated Press

Idaho Republican Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Janice McGeachin on Monday demanded that Republican Gov. Brad Little call a special legislative session to eliminate rape and incest as legal exceptions to Idaho’s abortion law.

Water line installation begins on Hayes Avenue

May 9, 2022 5:37 PM News Team

On Monday, City of Pocatello Water Department crews will be replacing the water main line on Hayes Avenue.

Idaho kayaker dies in accident in northwestern Montana river

May 9, 2022 10:30 AM Associated Press

An experienced kayaker from Victor, Idaho, died in a kayaking accident in the Yaak River in northwestern Montana over the weekend, Lincoln County officials said Monday.

Idaho Lt. Gov. McGeachin to finish year with budget deficit

May 9, 2022 12:03 PM Associated Press

v. Janice McGeachin, who is running for governor, has a $2,000 budget deficit in her office that will have to come out of next year’s appropriation.

Moms at the Zoo have a fun Mother’s day

May 9, 2022 12:01 PM Braydon Wilson

Moms were able to get into the Idaho Falls Zoo for only 50 cents Mothers day weekend. Mother’s Day Sunday the zoo was filled with moms, and their families. Enjoying the day with each other and having fun observing the animals in their habitats.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 303 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths

May 9, 2022 5:26 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 303 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths over the weekend.

Shoup Bridge Campground to temporarily close during trailhead construction

May 9, 2022 11:24 AM News Team

Starting May 16, the Shoup Bridge Campground managed by the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Salmon Field Office will close temporarily for restructuring and paving of the parking lot to establish a trailhead for the Highway 93 South Trail.

Idaho gas prices tick up

May 9, 2022 11:43 AM News Team

Average gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 4.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.46/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.

TSD 401 to no longer offer free breakfast and lunch to all students

May 9, 2022 10:34 AM News Team

For the past two years, Teton School District 401 schools have been able to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students. Next school year, the district will no longer be able to do that.

10 invasive plants that can also trigger allergies

May 7, 2022 11:41 PM Stacker

Wyndly used data from sources including the U.S. Department of Agriculture to compile a list of 10 common invasive plants and how they affect allergies.

Eastern Idaho Resource Advisory Committee to meet in May

May 8, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

The Caribou-Targhee National Forest’s Eastern Idaho Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will meet May 23, 2022 at the Forest Supervisor’s Office located at 1405 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Governor’s Taskforce on Fentanyl comes to Pocatello

May 9, 2022 10:00 AM Cole Sams

On Monday, Pocatello City Hall is hosting a roundtable to discuss the impact that meth and fentanyl is having in the region.

Peaceful protest on abortion rights at Pocatello City Hall

Protesters in Pocatello come out in support of upholding Roe vs. Wade

May 8, 2022 11:01 AM Cole Sams

On Saturday, a local group called Abortion is Health Care held a peaceful protest at Pocatello City Hall.

Pocatello community participates in annual spring cleanup

May 8, 2022 10:50 AM Cole Sams

Residents of Pocatello and Chubbuck came out to Caldwell Park on Saturday to take part in the annual Community-Wide Spring Cleanup.

ISU holds spring commencement on Saturday

May 6, 2022 9:55 AM Cole Sams

A total of 1,989 spring and summer 2022 graduates will receive 2,144 degrees and certificates during Idaho State University’s annual spring commencement ceremonies on May 7.

Sugar-Salem punches ticket to State Tournament

May 7, 2022 7:20 PM Conner Nuckols

SUGAR CITY, Idaho (KIFI) – The windy weather didn’t stop the Sugar-Salem Diggers and South Fremont Cougars from putting on a show, as both teams battled for a spot in the state tournament. South Fremont stuck first blood, jumping to a 2 – 0 lead going into the third inning. But the Diggers got the

The Idaho Falls farmers market returns

May 7, 2022 2:07 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Despite the winds, the waterfront was filled with people and the rich smell of fried food for the first day of the Idaho Falls Farmer’s market. Organizers of the market say the day was small but lively. “We have kind of it’s a little bit of a smaller day. It’s

New magistrate judge appointed for Bannock County

May 7, 2022 12:31 PM News Team

He will succeed the Honorable Bryan K. Murray, who will retire from the bench on July 1, 2022.

New details released in plane crash that killed 9 members of prominent Idaho family

May 6, 2022 5:11 PM News Team

The preliminary reports include witness statements, photos from the scene, and the transcript of the cockpit voice recorder.

Students at Sunnyside Elementary make the community better

May 7, 2022 9:21 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Local children set out to help the less fortunate today at Sunnyside Elementary. The school kicked off their Better World Day with some Big projects. Kindergartners to Sixth graders spent the day helping out the Idaho Falls area Humanitarian Center. “We are making file folder games,” said sixth-grader Russel Nelson.

Cheatgrass Challenge works to defend natural habitats

May 6, 2022 12:34 PM Evan Thomason

Several federal agencies including Idaho Rangeland Resources Commission are working to combat cheatgrass from harming natural plant habitats.

Settlement to provide $4 Million in student debt relief

May 6, 2022 11:39 AM News Team

Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced today a settlement with Navient, one of the nation’s largest student loan servicers, that will provide $3,972,316 in student loan debt relief to eligible Idaho borrowers.

Curtailment order issued for some ground water users in Snake River Plain

May 6, 2022 1:18 PM Evan Thomason

Junior ground water users for the Snake River Plain will soon be subject to curtailment which means they could be without water for all of this year.

East Idaho Cinco de Mayo celebration returns

May 6, 2022 1:23 PM Seth Ratliff

The Eastern Idaho Cinco De Mayo Committee invites you this May 7 and 8 to join Eastern Idaho’s biggest multicultural celebration.
After a two-year delay due to public health concerns, the Eastern Idaho Cinco De Mayo Committee is ready to celebrate Mexican-American heritage and culture.

Yellowstone’s next chief of Visitor and Resource Protection named

May 6, 2022 9:00 AM News Team

Chris Flesch has been selected as the new Yellowstone National Park chief of Visitor and Resource Protection (VRP).

Jenny Oaks Baker in Rexburg tonight

May 6, 2022 8:19 AM Conner Nuckols

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Jenny Oaks Baker, will be having the world premiere of her new album in Rexburg tonight. Nicknamed America’s Violinist, Jenny Oaks Baker, is a Grammy Nominated, Billboard No. 1 recording artist, and performer. Jenny began playing the violin at age four and made her solo orchestral debut in 1983

Nearly 50 names added to Jackson Veteran Monument

May 5, 2022 9:43 PM Braydon Wilson

It is a humbling scene in the heart of downtown Jackson Thursday, as members of the American Legion in Jackson add the names of more of our nations local heroes into the monument erected in the town square in a solemn and quiet ceremony Memorial Day 2020.

New self-monitoring blood pressure program available in Wyoming

May 7, 2022 10:00 AM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is targeting high blood pressure with a new, free program that includes blood pressure self-monitoring, education and other support.

Body found in car confirmed to be missing teen’s

May 5, 2022 1:05 PM Rachel Fabbi

The gray Nissan Versa hatchback was found Sunday, four years after the 16-year-old went missing.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 307 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 0 new deaths

May 6, 2022 7:58 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 307 new COVID-19 cases and 0 new deaths Friday.

1 hospitalized, 1 arrested after multi-vehicle crash on US 20

May 5, 2022 3:29 PM News Team

Idaho State Police is investigating a multi-vehicle collision that occurred Thursday at approximately 12:08 a.m. on east and westbound US 20 at milepost 326 just north of Lorenzo.

Make-A-Wish Idaho grants miniature cow wish to Idaho Falls girl

May 4, 2022 10:12 AM News Team, Seth Ratliff

Around noon on Thursday, Make-A-Wish Idaho granted a wish to have a cow to a 6-year-old Idaho Falls girl with a genetic disorder.

Wyoming defamation lawsuit against Alec Baldwin is dismissed

May 5, 2022 12:00 PM Associated Press

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit over online harassment filed against actor Alec Baldwin by the family of a Marine who was killed in Afghanistan, saying the Wyoming court did not have jurisdiction over the case.

Wyoming joins multi-state effort to address healthcare worker shortage

May 5, 2022 11:01 AM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon has announced Wyoming will be one of 14 states participating in a collaborative project to address health workforce challenges, with a goal of growing and strengthening the state’s health care workforce.

Officials issue warning as elk calving season begins soon

May 5, 2022 10:44 AM News Team

Yellowstone National Park officials have issued a warning as elk calving season will begin soon.

Iona City Hall gets upgrades

May 5, 2022 10:37 AM News Team

Iona City Hall is getting an upgrade thanks to a new construction company in the area.

Idaho Falls water tower replacement to happen soon

May 5, 2022 10:31 AM Evan Thomason

The current water tower for the city of Idaho Falls will be replaced soon with a new one.

Historic Pocatello Indian sign to be relit at new location on Main Street on May 25

May 5, 2022 9:58 AM News Team

Historic Downtown Pocatello’s Main Street will soon be lit up with an important piece of local history.

Weather-permitting, East Entrance Road in Yellowstone opens Friday

May 5, 2022 9:44 AM News Team

Weather-permitting, the road from East Entrance to Lake Village (Sylvan Pass), and Canyon Village to Lake Village, will open Friday, May 6 at 8 a.m. to public motor vehicle traffic.

Missing McCammon teen found safe

May 4, 2022 4:04 PM News Team

The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the Idaho Falls Police Department, is requesting help from the southeast Idaho community to locate a missing juvenile.

2 arrested, 1 wanted in Idaho Falls shooting incident

May 3, 2022 3:10 PM Braydon Wilson

Idaho Falls Police released more information Wednesday afternoon regarding a shooting incident that took place Tuesday in Idaho Falls.

Jefferson School District 251 to offer full day kindergarten

May 4, 2022 5:45 PM News Team

At the April 13 board meeting, the Jefferson School District 251 Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the district’s Literacy Intervention Program.

Wyoming to partner with INL on advanced energy and related technologies

May 4, 2022 3:22 PM News Team

The State of Wyoming has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Batelle Energy Alliance, the operating contractor of the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), to collaborate in the research, development, demonstration and deployment of advanced energy technologies and approaches.

Election security, other recommendations outlined in new Cybersecurity Task Force report

May 4, 2022 4:26 PM News Team

Governor Little will attend the Cyber Security Task Force press conference at the INL Meeting Center Wednesday.

COVID-19 UPDATES: 322 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death

May 4, 2022 6:34 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 322 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death Wednesday.

Names to be added to Jackson Town Square monument

May 4, 2022 12:16 PM News Team

On Thursday, the American Legion, in partnership with the own of Jackson, will be adding names to the monument in Town Square.

Milk delivery thrives amid high gas prices

May 4, 2022 9:27 AM Seth Ratliff

The clock strikes 12 a.m. on a Friday, and the only light you can see comes from scattered street lamps and the 24-hour gas station down the block.

INL seeks to find more efficient way to recycle electronic waste

May 4, 2022 11:55 AM Braydon Wilson

For over half a decade the team at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has been researching more efficient methods for recycling our old electronics. After nearly seven years of research and development the system they have come up with is called E-Recov.

$800K secured for Idahoans deceived by TurboTax

May 4, 2022 10:30 AM News Team

Attorney General Lawrence Wasden secured approximately $843,000 from the owner of TurboTax, Intuit, for deceiving consumers into paying for tax services that should have been free.

Firefighters ask for your help to ‘Fill the Boot’

May 4, 2022 9:31 AM News Team

The Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 1565 will continue its long-standing tradition of collecting critical funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) through the Fill the Boot campaign this weekend.