A big day for Idaho State University as work begins on a major renovation! Tuesday, school leaders broke ground on major renovations to the Roy F. Christensen Complex, the future home for ISU’s nationally recognized physician assistant program and its Medical Laboratory Science program.
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Ferocious, elusive, and tenacious— in many ways, the wolverine is synonymous with the western persona.
Now, Zoo Boise visitors will be able to interact with this new personality in the form of 11-year-old Laura, who is named after the daughter of the iconic Marvel superhero.
Laura came to Zoo Boise from Zoo Montana and has moved into her newly renovated wolverine habitat located next to the carousel. Inside, Laura will be able to play on climbing structures and cool off in “cold-weather features.”
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CNN By John Fritze, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court’s conservative majority indicated Tuesday it is likely to side with two states that have enacted bans on transgender athletes playing on girls’ sports teams, delving into a divisive culture war dispute that could have implications far beyond sports. For over three hours, the
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An unusual catch on the Island Park reservoir has Idaho Fish and Game sounding the alarm.
Earlier this month, an angler ice fishing reeled in a 5-inch-long yellow perch — a species that does not belong in the reservoir. Conservation officers confirm this is the first-ever perch reported in the reservoir, and they believe it was illegally stocked.
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The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is launching a major crackdown on child care subsidy mismanagement, aiming to eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse within the Idaho Childcare Program.
In coordination with Governor Brad Little, the DHW is reallocating internal staff to conduct aggressive reviews of past payments and taking corrective actions, including terminating providers found violating state standards.
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All lanes of US Highway 30 are currently blocked after a serious crash near milepost 332 in Pocatello on Tuesday morning.
According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the crash happened on US 30 Westbound near E County Rd. around 5:30 AM.
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The Idaho Judicial Branch is warning Gem State residents of a dangerous court scam targeting people statewide with fraudulent claims regarding missed jury duty.
“If you receive an email, text message, or phone call from someone purporting to be a court employee or officer of the law who asks you to provide your identifying information, transfer money… or open a link, do not engage,” said Nate Poppino of the Idaho Judicial Branch in a news release.
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The following is a news release from the Idaho State Police. MERIDIAN, Idaho — January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and the Idaho State Police is partnering with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance for the annual Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative. The five-day, nationwide effort begins today and runs through Friday, focusing on awareness of human
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The following is a news release from Idaho State University POCATELLO, Idaho – All are invited to join Idaho State University as the institution celebrates an impressive milestone in 2026 – 125 years of higher education in Idaho. A series of events, historical and alumni stories, and an online memory collection board highlight the yearlong
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“Our budgets are tight. I can tell you that no one’s getting a raise at the state of Idaho – teachers or state workers,” said Rep. Rod Furniss.
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“I’ve been here ten years. I’ve never seen such little snowfall. Reports from people that have lived here for quite a while, they say it hasn’t been [like this] since the 80s,”
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City leadership in Rexburg is looking for feedback from residents on building a new police station after a bond for the proposed building failed to pass in November, despite receiving a majority of the votes.
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A 31-year-old Utah man lost his life Sunday after being caught in an avalanche while snowmobiling in the Labarge Creek area, a popular destination for backcountry snowmobiling.
The victim has been identified as Nicholas Bringhurst, of Springville, Utah. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the fatal slide took place on January 11, 2026.
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The 2026 Idaho legislative session kicks off today, starting with Governor Brad Little’s State of the State address, outlining his initiatives and setting the tone for this year’s legislature.
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“At Idaho National Laboratory, we recognize that innovation begins with strong communities and inspired people,” said John Revier, INL’s executive director for External Engagement and Communications. “Through these grants, we’re investing in the people and programs that help build a better Idaho, one where education and community development create lasting opportunities.”
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Yellowstone National Park is calling for public feedback on three proposed plans to rebuild the North Entrance Road, the vital year-round link between Mammoth Hot Springs and Gardiner, Montana.
In 2022, a catastrophic 500-year flood wiped out portions of the original roadway. While a temporary roadway has served the park since October 2022, the National Park Service and Federal Highway Administration are moving forward with a long-term solution. The goal of the new roadway is to remain open year-round, providing a safe, permanent corridor, while protecting the park’s natural and cultural resources.
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wo snowmobilers from North Dakota were rescued late Saturday night after becoming stranded in the Schneider Creek area of the Centennial Range near Island Park.
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The Museum of Idaho has found a creative way to use their empty space during exhibit changes: laser tag.
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The Southeast Idaho Citizens for Democracy held a protest near the Bannock County Courthouse in Pocatello earlier today.
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Utah is currently seeing one of the nation’s worst outbreaks of measles.
Idaho public health officials weigh in on Idaho’s response, and what the public can do to help prevent the outbreak from spreading north.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A week after the U.S. military successfully ousted Nicolás Maduro, Congressman Russ Fulcher had high praise for the plan’s execution. Speaking with Local News 8, Rep. Fulcher praised the “complete coordination” of the Venezuelan mission before pivoting to highlight his legislative priorities for this upcoming session. “I just have to
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“I am deeply honored and grateful to be selected by Governor Little to represent my Idaho Falls community at home and in the Idaho Legislature,” Bingham said. “I sincerely appreciate Representative Wendy Horman for her years of commitment to our state and look forward to building on her legacy of service. I am thankful for this incredible opportunity and am excited to get to work.”
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is celebrating a federal court decision ending a years-long freeze on the state’s birth certificate policy. Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Raymond E. Patricco granted the state’s motion to dissolve a 2018 injunction, effectively allowing Idaho to require that birth certificates reflect an individual’s biological sex at birth, A.G. Labrador announced today.
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Nearly 39,000 cases of frozen potato products are being pulled from shelves in Idaho, Utah, and 24 other states after reports of “clear hard plastic fragments” found in the food.
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A rash of influenza cases in Idaho is raising alarm bells around the state. Corbin Bunnage, a physician’s assistant at Sterling Urgent Care, says this is the worst flu season he’s seen in decades.
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“We want all residents have the opportunity to participate in the decisions that shape our community,” said Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw. “Changing the time of City Council meetings will increase the Council’s efficiency and effectiveness, especially on nights with long agendas. In addition, the new time should make it easier for people to attend the meetings in person or follow along on the livestream.”
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High winds have forced the City of Idaho Falls to postpone the demolition of the historic 1937 water tower. Originally scheduled to begin Friday morning, the demolition is now slated to start this coming Monday.
Today, crews have assembled a large crane to dismantle the 89-year-old structure, starting from the bowl. The entire project is still expected to wrap up by early February.
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“During this pivotal time for water in Idaho, I am proud of the resources provided for water infrastructure projects and the impact they will have in our neighborhoods,” said Rep. Simpson. “As Idaho’s only appropriator, it is my honor and responsibility to advocate for Idaho and ensure our state’s priorities are heard. I am proud of the collaborative effort with my office and the cities of American Falls, Bellevue, Fort Hall, and Rigby to produce meaningful results for our communities.”
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced that President Dallin H. Oaks will formally dedicate the newly built Burley Idaho Temple this Sunday, January 11, 2026.
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Beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, Union Pacific crews will conduct railroad crossing work at the crossing between N. Holmes Avenue and N. Boulevard. Work is anticipated to be completed by Sunday, Jan. 11.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Warm winter weather is reshaping Idaho’s snowpack and raising concerns about water supplies for farmers, especially in the state’s southern basins. If the lack of a white Christmas was not troubling enough, the latest precipitation numbers aren’t going to be enough to save farmers from using reservoirs in parts of
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The City of Pocatello officially welcomed new Mayor Mark Dahlquist and City Council Members Dakota Bates, Stacy Satterfield, and Ann Swanson during the City Council meeting on Jan. 8, 2026.
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BOISE, IDAHO (KIFI) – The Bryan Kohberger murder case has taken another unexpected turn. All four families of the murdered University of Idaho students are suing Washington State University, according to the Idaho Statesman. The lawsuit maintains the University remained “idle,” despite knowing about what the lawsuit claims were “repeated instances of discrimination, sexual harassment, and
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“This is completely wrong, and we need to start taking action because if it was my brother, I would take action,” said BYU-Idaho student Hyrum Earl.
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Matthew Stuart Apted left his apartment and belongings in a damaged state at the end of September 2025. However, he continued to speak with family on the phone through text and phone calls until December 16, 2025, when he said he would be boarding a plane to Colorado on December 23, 2025.
He has not been heard from since. According to the Police, Apted may be suffering from mental health issues and suicidal ideations.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department has released body camera footage and identified the suspect in a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred just before Christmas last year.
Eduardo Trejo De Arcos, 26, died on Dec. 22 after he was shot by an IFPD officer, after De Arcos allegedly lunged for and grabbed a large knife as officers responded to a domestic disturbance call.
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Since the 1950s, the Idaho National Lab, known locally as “the site,” has been the testing grounds for nuclear reactors for both the Department of Energy and the U.S. Military. But producing any type of energy is not without risk of accidents, and the site has seen three.
The first was a deliberate destructive test at the Borax-1 reactor in 1954. The second was in 1955 at the now famous EBR-1 known for generating the first usable electricity from atomic energy. Neither of those accidents injured anyone, and there was no threat of radioactive contamination.
But the third accident, in January of 1961, was much worse. That accident was deadly.
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A 29-year-old Sugar City man is in custody following a multi-month investigation into the possession of child pornography.
Jacob Morris was arrested on January 7, 2026, after investigators from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Idaho Attorney General’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, executed a search warrant at his residence.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Thursday that President Dieter F. Uchtdorf has been called to serve as the Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the faith’s second-highest governing body.
President Uchtdorf was set apart for his new role on January 8, 2026, by Church President Dallin H. Oaks. This transition in leadership follows the passing of President Jeffrey R. Holland, who died on December 27, 2025.
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More than four months after a tragic boating accident on the Snake River claimed the life of a 19-year-old man, two women who risked their lives attempting a rescue have been recognized for their heroism.
Madison Moorefield and Bree-Anna Ferrell received the Distinguished Civilian Service Award from the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office during a ceremony that fell on what would have been victim Landon Wade’s 20th birthday.
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New details are shedding light on the criminal background of a 21-year-old Ogden man accused of building multiple homemade bombs and posting antisemitic threats online. For at least one neighbor, the arrest came as no surprise.
Shannon Storrs, who lives near the suspect, Skyler AJ Rose, said she and her husband are still grappling with the scope of what police uncovered at his home near 1300 Millcreek Drive.
“It’s still kind of unsettling to me and my husband knowing that he had that many bombs,” Storrs said.
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The Salt Lake City Police Department will be holding a press conference on Thursday morning with an update on the fatal shooting that took place outside an LDS meetinghouse on Wednesday night.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a semi-truck crash that occurred Wednesday night, January 7, on northbound I-15. The incident took place at approximately 8:46 PM near milepost 73, blocking a northbound lane and off-ramp for 3 hours.
According to investigators, a 47-year-old man from Brigham City, Utah, was traveling northbound in a 2022 white Kenworth semi-truck. A white box truck, driven by an unidentified individual, merged abruptly into the semi-truck’s path.
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A spokesperson for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued the following statement in response to the fatal shooting at a Salt Lake meetinghouse:
“We are aware of a serious incident that occurred outside a Church meetinghouse at 660 North Redwood Road in Salt Lake City tonight as a memorial service was being held in the chapel. The Church is cooperating with law enforcement and is grateful for the efforts of first responders. Until more information is available, all questions about this incident are being directed to the Salt Lake City Police Department. We extend prayers for all who have been impacted by this tragedy and express deep concern that any sacred space intended for worship should be subjected to violence of any kind.”
Continue Reading Police are responding to a shooting near 660 N Redwood Road in Salt Lakce City and have closed Redwood Road to traffic. They have confirmed multiple individuals were injured and two died as a result of the injuries.
A large amount of emergency vehicles has appeared to have responded to the area of Redwood Road, according to traffic cameras in the area. While law enforcement have not disclosed why they have responded, it appears they have closed Redwood Road from 600 North to 700 North.
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“Finally, after five and a half years, my legislation that was passed in 2020 – first of its kind – the “Fairness in Women’s Sports” is being heard by the Supreme Court of the United States,” Ehardt said.
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Bannock County authorities have closed the investigation into the death of 19-year-old Jonas Diaz-Edgeman, whose body was discovered on private property last November.
Following a joint investigation by the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office and the Coroner’s Office, officials confirmed that Diaz-Edgeman died of hypothermia with alcohol intoxication. His death has been officially ruled an accident.
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“The Upper Valley SAFE Initiative is really a volunteer led, community based, team of professionals from a cross-section of expertise who also happen to be parents, grandparents, who are concerned about their children and want to do everything they can to, provide safety and awareness and enhance their freedoms through education,” said Dean Coleman Co-founder of the Upper Valley Safe Initiative.
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Investigators with the Rexburg Police Department are on the scene of an accidental gunshot in the Millhollow Community near Madison Junior High School.
According to a post on the department’s Facebook page, the firearm has been secured by officers, and a person of interest is cooperating with investigators. Fortunately, there were no injuries, and no property was damaged. Police assure the community that there is no risk to the public at this time.
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Mayor-elect Lisa Burtenshaw and elected City Council members will officially be sworn in during the City Council meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 680 Park Ave. Members of the public are welcome to attend and witness the ceremony.
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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield officially announced Wednesday that she will seek a second term in 2026, running as a Republican to continue her leadership of Idaho’s K-12 education system.
“I’m honored to serve Idaho students, families, and educators, and I’m excited to continue building on the progress we’ve made,” Critchfield said in a press release announcing her candidacy. “There is more work to do, and I’m ready to keep moving Idaho education forward”.
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A Utah County family is facing shock and heartbreak after learning their 21‑year‑old son died suddenly while serving as a missionary.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints confirmed Elder Caleb Martin died in his sleep over the weekend while serving in the New Mexico Farmington Mission.
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This year, our country will be turning 250 years old. Idaho Falls is well known for celebrating the Fourth of July, and this year, they are going even bigger.
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The Bonneville County Republican Central Committee selected three finalists Tuesday night to fill a vacancy in Idaho House Legislative District 32 after Rep. Wendy Horman accepted a job in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Precinct committee officers chose Erin Bingham as the top nominee, followed by William Athay and Stephanie Taylor Thompson. Under Idaho law, when a legislative seat opens, Republican precinct committee officers pick three qualified candidates. The Governor then appoints one to fill the seat.
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Two Idaho Republican lawmakers are calling on the federal government to put a pause on the release of $14 million in childcare funding until the state boosts its fraud prevention, citing “systemic vulnerabilities” and high-profile fraud allegations in other states.
In a letter sent Dec. 31 to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Rep. Josh Tanner and Sen. Brian Lenney requested an immediate pause on “all solicitations, contract issuances, and disbursements authorized under Senate Bill 1206” The lawmakers argue that Idaho must implement more rigorous fraud-prevention rules before the state continues distributing the grants and subsidies intended to boost childcare in the state.
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Three men were rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning after a two-vehicle crash along Kimberly Road in Twin Falls County. The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.
The collision took place at 12:46 a.m. at the intersection of Kimberly Road and N 3400 E. According to ISP, a 2014 Freightliner Semi, driven by a 55-year-old Kuna man, was traveling Westbound, hauling an empty tanker trailer. At the same time, a Gray 2010 Ford 150 pickup, driven by an 18-year-old man from Jerome, was traveling south on N 3400 E.
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Local leaders and members of the Idaho Falls community gathered this afternoon, Jan. 6, to talk about upcoming plans for the city.
While there, Local News 8 spoke with Mayor-elect Lisa Burtenshaw, who tells us she is excited to engage with city residents. She says she wants to make sure Idaho Falls remains a great place to live, raise a family, and do business.
Continue Reading Eastern Idaho Public Health is reporting a case of measles in a child in Eastern Idaho. The child is a resident of Madison County who was unvaccinated against measles. The child had traveled out of state to an area with an ongoing outbreak. It is likely they were exposed at this time. EIPH does not believe that they contracted measles locally.
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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon is calling for an immediate rehearing and a constitutional amendment after the state Supreme Court struck down two 2023 abortion bans on Tuesday, Jan. 6. In a 4-1 decision, the high court ruled that the state’s “Life is a Human Right Act” (HB 152) and its ban on chemical abortions (SF 109) violate the Wyoming Constitution.
“Although we recognize the State’s interest in protecting the life that an abortion would end, we conclude the State did not meet its burden of justifying the abortion statutes’ restrictions on a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions, as is expressly protected by the Wyoming Constitution,” wrote Chief Justice Boomgaarden in the opinion.
Continue Reading Next week, the Idaho State Capitol will showcase one of the Gem State’s most important industries, as the Idaho State Department of Agriculture hosts the annual Idaho Agriculture Day. This yearly event celebrates an industry that contributes a staggering $26 billion to the state economy, providing a platform for more than a dozen agricultural and food processing organizations to engage with the community.
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Isabella, the girl injured during the New Year’s fireworks display in downtown Boise, has a fresh new hairdo thanks to her aunt and the generosity of a local salon.
In an update shared by the family on their GoFundMe page, Stephanie Ratto said that Isabella’s Auntie Jordan, who works as a stylist at One 3 Salon in Nampa, was allowed to open the salon during off-hours to wash Isabella’s hair.
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The holidays have been tough for the French family out of Twin Falls County. You may remember that about three weeks ago, on Dec. 17, a strong windstorm toppled a tree that ultimately struck two of their three children as they waited at the bus stop. One of those children, Porter French, is still recovering at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Boise.
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A Utah County man is in the hospital after being run over and dragged down the street by a truck on Friday as he attempted to confront two alleged thieves.
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Idaho is set to receive an infusion of close to $1 billion from the federal government to support rural health care statewide.
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which passed in July, allocated $50 billion for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) grants nationwide to improve health care “access and affordability” for people in rural America.
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A Chubbuck man already facing charges for a fatal DUI crash that killed 29-year-old Lena Phelps of Pocatello last month is now facing additional felonies related to drug trafficking and illegal weapons possession.
The crash took place on Saturday, December 27, around 7 PM at the intersection of North Arthur Avenue. Initial reports indicate that Guerrero allegedly ran a red light while driving under the influence, striking a passenger vehicle carrying Phelps and a male driver.
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Heads up, Idaho Falls! Starting this month, laser tag is back at the Museum of Idaho on an extended basis.
In the past, laser tag at the museum has been limited to select Museum After Dark events. However, thanks to the support of the Idaho Environmental Coalition, MOI has expanded its laser tag program and plans to offer regular sessions for ages 12 and up between traveling exhibits.
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“They have tortured, imprisoned, and killed many people… He’s also not the legitimate president of Venezuela.”
One local Venezuelan comments on the removal of Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. military.
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An 82-year-old Salmon man is dead after a rollover crash along the icy roads on US 93 in Lemhi County on Monday.
According to the Idaho State Police, the crash occurred at 9:45 AM on January 5. The 82-year-old was driving northbound on US 93 in a 1999 GMC Sierra pickup when he lost control on the icy roads. The pickup went off the north side of the road, overturning into the Salmon River.
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A 42-year-old snowmobiler is recovering this week following a high-stakes backcountry rescue on Friday, Jan. 2.
At 11:40 a.m., Teton County Dispatch received a Garmin SOS alert from a snowmobiling party. The group reported that a member of their party had crashed, injuring his leg. The injured man’s current condition has not been released.
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Students at 158 schools across Idaho will have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetable options at no cost to the student or school with federal, state-administered grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP).
Continue Reading Donations are rapidly pouring in for the family of a young girl who was seriously injured during the annual Boise Potato Drop New Year’s celebration. Isabella “Bella” was attending the event with her family when an explosion occurred during the fireworks display, shattering the windows of the nearby AT&T building.
A piece of glass struck the child in the face. Bella was immediately rushed to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Boise, where she underwent a three-hour surgery including a skin graft.
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As the holiday lights dim and the new year begins, the Light the World Giving Machines have officially concluded their annual mission of charity. This year’s campaign saw a massive outpouring of local support.
Sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, these “reverse vending machines”—which allow visitors to buy essential goods for those in need—drew more than 35,000 local visitors across eastern Idaho alone this season.
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced Friday, Dec. 2nd, that his office has reached a formal settlement with Right Now Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing following an investigation into the company’s business practices.
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SODA SPRINGS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Transportation Department will host an open house meeting Monday in Soda Springs to share plans for a major reconstruction project on U.S. Highway 30 scheduled for this summer. The project includes full reconstruction and resurfacing of the highway as it runs through town, along with the addition of a
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Investigators say a car traveling south was driving too fast for winter conditions and attempted to pass another vehicle. That move triggered a collision involving six other vehicles, including suvs, pickup trucks, and a van.
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By Stefano Pozzebon, Simone McCarthy, Adam Cancryn, CNN Caracas (CNN) — President Donald Trump announced Saturday that the US will “run” Venezuela after capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a large-scale military operation, a stunning development that plunged the country into uncertainty after weeks of spiraling tensions. “The United States of America has
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The red, white and blue Idaho Falls Water Tower has dominated the skyline for decades.
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The mummies of the world exhibit is wrapping up this weekend after an exhilarating run at the Museum of Idaho.
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A man is facing two felony counts of battery on an officer after deputies say he became violent with first responders following a suspected drunk driving crash just after midnight on New Year’s.
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An Afton man was killed following a snowmobile accident. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office said a call for help came in around 5 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
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Pocatello Police said the man was hit while walking along West Quinn Road and Sunny Brook Drive around 5:30 p.m. January 1, 2026.
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The CDC’s latest surveillance map places Idaho among the states with elevated case numbers. Local reports of flu activity are increasing, driven partly by a variant that has been dubbed by news sites and social media as the “super flu.”
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What are your goals for 2026?
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Welcome to 2026! For New Year’s Day, we’ll continue to see scattered snow and rain showers throughout the day. This comes after a dry, cooler end to the final days of 2025. A wintry mix of precipitation is possible with high temperatures in the mid to upper 30’s. There is a tiny window for freezing
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Local news 8 is excited to welcome the first baby born in 2026 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
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It’s a new day, a new year, and a new you. That’s the mindset for a lot of people this time of year. When picking a New Year’s resolution, many choose to live a healthier lifestyle as their goal.
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Snow tubers fly down steep slopes, catch air on a massive jump and slide into the New Year at the Idaho Falls Snow Park’s grand opening.
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“His unique gifts for friendship, intellect, language, and mirth disarmed and drew in virtually anyone who came within his orbit,” said his son Elder Matthew Holland.
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The U.S. Department of Education announced today that the federal grant program supporting essential staff in Idaho’s community schools will continue, reversing a previous decision that had deemed the program ineligible for funding based on its perceived alignment with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
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Kelly Canyon Ski Resort near Ririe is working hard to make their own snow.
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Long time lottery player and sixth generation Idahoan Sean Klingler, Rigby, claimed one of the $1,000,000 prizes from the popular Idaho Lottery game, the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle.
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Demolition of the old water tower is scheduled to begin Monday, Jan. 5. Activities next week will include crane/site setup, with tower removal activities anticipated to begin Friday, Jan. 9.
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Intermountain Gas customers will see a rate increase in their next monthly bill. The Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved a proposed settlement on December 30, 2025, two days before the increase is to take effect on January 1, 2026. IPUC said the average residential customer will see an increase of $2.45,
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This New Year’s Eve, Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming are full of fun celebrations to welcome 2026. There are several ways to be involved in the community this evening, including concerts and book reading events. See the list below for some of the December 31st events: December 31st, 2025, New Year’s Eve Events: New Year’s
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Idaho will be ringing in the new year with eight new laws on the books on January 1st.
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Idaho State Police are looking for help in identifying the driver of a pickup involved in a hit-and-run crash that occurred on December 16.
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Check your Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle tickets Jefferson and Kootenai Counties! One lucky player in Jefferson County and another in Kootenai County who purchased their Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle ticket there could be starting the year off as Idaho’s newest millionaires.
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Local officials are hoping people can feel confident that any unused prescriptions collected at take-back events will be destroyed safely and responsibly.
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A garage fire caused extensive damage to a home late Monday night in Pocatello.
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We continue to observe dry northwest winds as we wrap up the final days of 2025. A high-pressure ridge will remain in control through the middle of the week, keeping conditions dry overall. However, we’ll occasionally see high- and mid-level clouds drifting through the region. On Tuesday, sunshine takes the spotlight as temperatures rise slightly,
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