BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) — A woman is facing up to 7 years in prison after being found guilty of possession of methamphetamine. Aubrey LeFevre was arrested last August in Blackfoot after officers found a bag of methamphetamine and a meth pipe in her clothes. She faces a penalty of up to seven years in prison and/or a $15,000
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“You’re going to want to be proactive in contacting a broker and letting them help guide you to what is best for you on these next steps through the rest of 2025.”
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Bushy eyebrows. DNA on a knife sheath. Amazon purchase records.
The evidence that Judge Steven Hippler is allowing prosecutors to admit in the death penalty trial of Brian Kohberger is substantial.
Defendants in other high-profile death penalty cases have been down Kohberger’s road, faced with potentially making a life-or-death decision before a jury does it for them. Take a plea deal if prosecutors will agree and avoid a potential death sentence or go to trial?
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The brand new McCammon Fire Station and Ambulance Bay will officially open with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house event on Friday.
The fire station features six vehicle bays, living quarters for staff, and will house McCammon city offices and a Bannock County Sheriff’s Office substation.
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The Pocatello Valley Montessori School will host an Autism Awareness 5k Fun Run fundraiser event on Saturday, May 10.
The event will feature 5K and 1.5K walking/running routes and resources from community organizations about autism awareness and support.
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Idaho State University will hold commencement ceremonies for spring and summer 2025 graduates on Saturday, May 10.
2,145 graduates will receive degrees and certificates at this spring’s commencement. Ceremonies will kick off on Friday at noon with the traditional ‘March through the Arch’ celebration at the Swanson Arch on the ISU campus.
Continue Reading CNN By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter, a Republican appointee who retired from the high court in 2009 after voting consistently with its liberal wing, has died, the Supreme Court announced on Friday. He was 85 years old. Souter, a low-key New Englander who eschewed the national spotlight, was
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Mother’s Day is this Sunday. If you don’t have a gift for mom just yet, there’s still time, but not much.
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The structure fire that began earlier this evening in the Michaud Creek area of the Fort Hall Reservation has been successfully contained, with full control expected around 9P.M.
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“I’m all about building bridges, but it sounds like we need to build a toll booth at the state line,” shouted an attendee. Others agreed, at least in principle, with the statement.
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“Peace be with you” were the first words spoken by new Pope Leo XIV to the watching world, and the East Idaho Catholic community watched as the first American pope, once considered impossible, became a reality.
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With fire season coming up, Governor Little says Idaho is learning from and with other western states to keep firefighters and communities safe.
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May marks mental health awareness month, and local veterans are highlighting resources to help their fellow servicemen and women struggling with their mental health.
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, those who have served in the armed forces are twice as likely to develop mental illness or commit suicide as civilians. Suicide is also the second leading cause of death for veterans under age 45.
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Thursday, Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott announced that 32-year-old David Erik Traversa, of Utah, and 38-year-old Casey Steven Evans, of Pocatello, were sentenced to 156 months and 60 months in federal prison, respectively, for possessing fentanyl with the intent to distribute it.
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Bonneville School District 93 is partnering with the Summer Food Service Program to ensure that no child goes hungry during the summer. Meals will be provided at no cost to all children ages 1 to 18.
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As the iconic game show aired Thursday, an Idaho Falls woman finally fulfilled her lifelong dream of competing on The Price is Right.
To achieve her dream, Catherine Skelton got tickets for three different studio recordings of the decades-old game show earlier this year. It was only on the third taping that she was told to “come on down” and join her fellow contestants and host Drew Carey on the floor.
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The dry, windy summer weather substantially increases the risk of wildfires in Southeast Idaho during the warmer months, and the Pocatello Fire Department is encouraging people to take precautions now to avoid sparking fires.
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected the 267th pope and will soon step onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica as the new leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.
He’ll be known as Pope Leo XIV.
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Election Day is Tuesday, May 20.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — A 13-year-old female has been taken into custody after leading police on a high-speed chase early Wednesday morning. She drove a stolen pickup into a canal after taking a round-about route and intentionally ramming officer vehicles. Just before 1 a.m., Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call for assistance
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A woman has been hospitalized after her car went over a cliff along the Snake River near American Falls.
Her vehicle was discovered early Wednesday at around 10:30 AM below Massacre Rock State Park by a passenger on a passing boat. It is believed that the accident happened sometime during the night on May 6, 2025, according to the Power County Sheriff’s Office.
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The family of the man charged with killing four University of Idaho students will be allowed in the courtroom in the high-profile murder trial, according to recently released court documents.
Several of Bryan Kohberger’s family members could be called to testify in the upcoming murder trial. Prosecutors had previously argued that Kohberger’s family should not be allowed to be present for the trial to “reduce the possibility of a witness shaping his testimony to conform with or to rebut prior testimony of others,” according to court documents.
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According to D91, students have been inserting metal or conductive items into the USB ports of school-issued devices to intentionally start a fire or cause damage. “In extreme cases, this has resulted in devices catching fire and evacuations of entire school buildings.”
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A pair of juveniles are facing charges after an early morning joyride in a stolen pickup turned into a police pursuit, damaging at least three patrol cars and private property.
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As the Catholic Church prepares to elect its next spiritual leader, here’s a detailed look at the centuries-old ritual of the papal conclave, an event marked by history, secrecy, and sacred tradition.
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Pocatello’s Historic Preservation Commission is updating the city’s plan to preserve historic buildings, and they need public input.
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The EPA has pulled funding from Pocatello’s Portneuf River Vision project to update park and river infrastructure.
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“Today, I lost one of my dearest friends and Idaho lost a true champion. Carl Crabtree was more than a colleague—he was a cowboy at heart, a fierce advocate for education and a man whose integrity shaped everything he touched. Carl’s passion for serving Idaho’s students and families never wavered, even in the face of his personal battle with cancer. From his work championing early literacy and dyslexia resources to his tireless efforts supporting educators, Carl’s legacy will live on in the lives he changed,” said Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield.
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Idaho teachers and educators gathered Wednesday for a post-legislative recap of the 2025 Legislature.
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First responders in Madison County are on the scene of a trailer fire in the Archer area, as of 10:10 AM Wednesday.
The area of 9000 South, between 400 West and 900 East, is currently closed, according to a post on the Madison County Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page.
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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (KIFI) — Utah’s NHL team is now officially the Utah Mammoth. The team, formerly known as the Utah Hockey Club, made the announcement on X early Wednesday morning. The internet was made aware of the official team name earlier this month, after the group’s YouTube page leaked the name in an
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A Florida man was injured when he was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
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A Star Card will be needed in order to fly commercially or to access federal buildings on May 7th. Forms of identification that are not REAL ID compliant will not be accepted at security check points.
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Park Rangers found a grizzly bear dead along Highway 26 east of the Buffalo Fork River. They said the bear was probably hit by a vehicle.
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Fall River Electric is announcing a planned power outage for Madison County, as crews trim and remove trees near powerlines in the Salem area.
The outage is set to begin at 9 AM on Wednesday, May 7th, and last until Noon.
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Some Idaho Falls Power customers may experience brief power outages in the coming weeks as crews work to upgrade infrastructure.
Over the next 6 weeks, crews will be upgrading power poles and overhead lines in the Falls subdivision to improve long-term service reliability.
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The Idaho State Police has determined the driver at fault in last Thursday’s deadly crash on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake.
Continue Reading Several of the survivors of last Thursday’s fatal crash near Island Park have been discharged from Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg.
The fiery two-vehicle crash claimed the lives of seven people, six of whom were members of a tour group by Ctour Holiday. ISP troopers are actively collaborating with Ctour Holiday LLC, as well as with the home countries of both the surviving and deceased tourists, as the investigation into the crash continues.
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“The Summer Food Service Program is a wonderful program. For many children, this is the only meal they will get during the summer days while parents are working,” write D25 Staff. “However, this program does more than serve needy families – it promotes health and well-being, and provides an opportunity for all families in the community to enjoy the wonderful parks our city has to offer while enjoying a nutritious meal.”
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The Ashton/Island Park Ranger District is planning prescribed burns for May to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from wildfires.
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Mudvayne is bringing their acclaimed debut album to the stage in Southeast Idaho. Along with special guests Static-X and Vended, the band’s 30-city tour will include a stop at The Port in Pocatello on Friday, October 3.
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An Idaho Falls woman drives into a ditch on 1st Street in Ammon Monday night.
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PGA golf professional retiring after 46 years in Idaho Falls.
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Following the crash that killed seven on Highway 20 last Thursday, several people in the Idaho Falls area are expressing feelings that the roads near the site of the accident are dangerous.
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Early voting is now open in Bingham County for the May 20th Election.
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A man was arrested after punching a Deputy early Saturday morning (May 3rd) during a traffic stop and DUI investigation.
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The following is a news release from the Idaho Department of Lands. COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — Starting May 10, Idaho residents outside city limits are required to obtain a burn permit for most outdoor burning activities. The annual closed burning season runs through October 20, ensuring compliance with Idaho law (Idaho Code 38-115) and the reduction of unwanted human-caused wildfires. Who needs
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Four of eight natural gas-burning generators arrived for Idaho Falls Power on Monday.
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The Zonta Club of Pocatello is working to support local women and girls by raising awareness for sexual and domestic violence, providing scholarships, and collecting donations to provide basic necessities to those in need.
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The Pocatello Water Department is hosting their annual Water Week Open House to teach people about water conservation and pollution in honor of National Drinking Water Week through May 8.
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A small group of protesters gathered on the Idaho Capitol steps on Sunday.
All rallying in support of change in law enforcement practices following the fatal shooting of Victor Perez.
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“I’ve been an Island park for about 15 years. There’s a lot of crazy things that happen up here, but this has to be the worst accident that I can ever remember in those 15 years.”
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Hundreds of people filled Memorial Drive in downtown Idaho Falls on Saturday to buy and sell various products from baked goods, to dog treats, to fused glass artwork.
Continue Reading Of the 14 occupants in the Mercedes van, the driver was licensed in California. The passengers included 12 individuals of Chinese nationality and one of Italian nationality.
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Seven people are dead after a fiery two-vehicle crash on Thursday evening, May 1, on eastbound U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake.
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Governor Little urges Idahoans to do what they can to protect themselves, their property, and the community from wildfires.
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The Spud King’s hometown and venue are proudly welcoming home Idaho Falls’ junior hockey team, the winners of the Dineen Cup, in a “royal fashion.”
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Part of U.S. Highway 20 near mile marker 399 has closed due to a major crash, according to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office.
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The exhibit’s pieces reflect on topics like belonging, isolation, and “the invisible spaces that shape human relationships and our place in the natural world.”
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“As a result of extensive investigative work by many law enforcement agencies from various jurisdictions, a dangerous illegal immigrant fugitive wanted for Assault on a Federal Officer and Eluding Police in north Idaho was safely apprehended in Colorado,” said United States Marshal for the District of Idaho Brent Bunn. “We appreciate the great working relationship we have with all our law enforcement partners, working together to keep our communities safe.”
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — In honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, Governor Brad Little is directing all state and national flags to be lowered to half staff on May 4, 2025. Every year, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty
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A former employee of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 has been charged with crimes related to downloading and distributing child pornography.
Members of the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, along with local partners, arrested 43-year-old William Strength on Tuesday. He has been charged with eight counts of Possession and two counts of Distribution of child sexual exploitation material (CSAM), according to Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s Office.
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Soda Springs’ famous carbonated geyser is under repair after a pump failure and valve malfunction led to two different sets of problems for the city landmark on Tuesday.
On April 29, the City of Soda Springs announced the world-famous man-made geyser would be out of commission after a problem with the pump caused the geyser to stop working. The pump was replaced on Wednesday, but a valve malfunction is now causing the geyser to spray a six-foot jet of water nonstop.
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Rocky Mountain Power will hold a public meeting on May 21 to discuss changes to recreation access in the Alexander Reservoir, near Soda Springs, to address erosion concerns.
The reservoir and connected hydroelectric dam are owned by Pacificorp, parent company of Rocky Mountain Power, and representatives have expressed concerns over boat use in the reservoir to Caribou County Commissioners since March 2025.
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Vehicle on fire on US-20 Both Directions from NF-164 to NF-334. All lanes blocked. Activities: expect delays, use caution.
Start Time May 1 2025, 12:32 PM
US 20 from milepost 367 to milepost 368 will be blocked both directions due to a car fire. Be prepared to stop and use caution.
Local faith leaders joined together Thursday morning observing a National Day of Prayer.
The event was sponsored by the Regional Council for Christian Ministry (RCCM) to call on people of all faiths to pray for the nation and its leaders.
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“Law Day is a great opportunity to educate yourself so you kind of know what’s really going on and kind of just get to see it from the inside.”
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After Pocatello Animal Shelter closed to the public after a Parvovirus outbreak, what can you do to keep your dogs safe?
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Broulems in Ammon has raised over $37,000 and presented a check to the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission.
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April is organ donation month, and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) is honoring patients and families who have chosen organ and tissue donations.
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Plans include a rebuilding of the US-26 / Blackfoot interchange (exit 93), a rebuilding with a new design of the I-15 / South Blackfoot interchange (exit 89), and the widening of the stretch of road between the two exits in anticipation of future traffic demands.
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The Eastern Idaho State Fair has selected six lucky high school seniors to receive support in their college education.
These scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors who have participated in and supported 4-H and FFA at the Eastern Idaho State Fair for a minimum of three years.
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Creston Dale Kindness, 42, of Fort Hall, was sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott announced today.
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Tuesday, a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction in IORC v. Labrador, has blocked the enforcement of Idaho’s new immigration enforcement law.
This comes after the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Idaho sued the state over the passage of House Bill 83.
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The Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce and Idaho Central Credit Union hosted an ‘Idaho Gives BBQ’ lunch event attended by dozens of Pocatello area nonprofits on Wednesday.
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The Carnegie Foundation, a nationwide education organization that analyzes the effectiveness of schools and universities, has named Idaho State University as one of the top schools in the US in student accessibility and earning potential after graduation.
Continue Reading Prosecutors are allowed to keep a wealth of evidence in their case against Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in their off-campus home in 2022, a judge has ruled.
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A semi-truck caught fire Tuesday evening on U.S. 20 westbound near Exit 318. Idaho State Police has confirmed the truck’s brakes were the cause.
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A Madison County detective is being recognized for his efforts in saving children from internet crime.
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Idaho Fish and Game’s Warm Slough Access Site’s status has recently changed from a 10-day camping limit to day-use only from February 1st through September 30th. Warm Slough is located in Madison County, about 5 miles north of Highway 33 along the Henry’s Fork River.
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According to the Idaho Falls website, residence should go to the Recreation Center at 520 Memorial Drive to receive their card.
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A federal judge in Idaho has issued a temporary hold on all executions in the state. This week, the judge granted a preliminary injunction that prohibits the execution of convicted individuals until the state Department of Corrections increases access for witnesses to the so-called “Medical Team Room.”
Under the Idaho Department of Corrections’ current lethal injection execution procedure, witnesses are only allowed to view the Execution Preparation Room and the Execution Chamber throughout the process.
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Tuesday morning, Adams Elementary School in Rexburg participated in an active school shooting drill.
This Full evacuation drill is meant to keep the students and staff as safe as possible.
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) is pleased to announce the selection of Gina Gardner as the new principal of Indian Hills Elementary School, effective July 1, 2025. She will succeed Jill Johnson, who is retiring at the end of the school year after thirty-five years of dedicated service as a teacher and administrator in the district.
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The State of Idaho and President Trump’s administration have signed an agreement that could have major impacts on the state and the future of nuclear energy in the nation.
According to recent news releases, the U.S. Department of Energy and state officials agreed to a targeted waiver of the 1995 Settlement Agreement, which established milestones to remove legacy waste at the Idaho National Lab site while allowing continued energy research and development at the lab.
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The Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) has confirmed that two suspected bills were found at two local businesses: one at O’Reilly’s and the other at Starbucks, both located on 17th Street.
According to IFPD, counterfeiters will often make small purchases with large counterfeit bills to obtain real cash.
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The Spud King’s home venue is set to welcome home Idaho Falls’ junior hockey team, winners of the Dineen Cup, in style.
Thursday, May 1, the Mountain America Center is inviting you to cancel all existing plans and celebrate the Spud Kings in a “royal fashion.”
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Throughout April, ISP has been involved in various activities and initiatives to raise awareness during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. These efforts will come to a head on Wednesday, as the ISP joins individuals and organizations nationwide in participating in Denim Day.
“Sexual violence affects every community, every demographic, and every corner of our state,” said Colonel Bill Gardiner, Director of the Idaho State Police. “As Idaho’s statewide law enforcement agency, we are committed not only to responding to these crimes with professionalism and compassion, but to thoroughly investigating and enforcing the laws designed to stop this violence.”
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Pocatello Animal Services is bouncing back from a recent outbreak of Canine Parvovirus–now they need the community’s help to move forward.
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Volunteers needed for Community-Wide Spring Cleanup. The event starts Saturday, May 3 at 8:30am at Caldwell Park in Pocatello.
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will start accepting applications for fall 2025 controlled hunts from May 1 to June 5.
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The Old Fort Hall chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is excited to share a new innovative exhibit taking a look into the birth of the United States.
The traveling exhibit will be open from April 28th, 2025, at 10 AM through May 10th, 2025, at 9:00 PM.
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Lucy Barnard started hiking in the most southern end of Argentina in 2017. Since then, she’s traveled all the way up to Warm River, Idaho.
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The Idaho Falls Spud Kings have defeated the South Shore Kings 2-1 and claim the Dineen Cup. The win marks the first time in the Spud King’s 3-year history that the Idaho Falls team has won the cup.
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If you have extra trash from spring cleaning, now may be the time to take it to the dump in Bonneville County.
The transfer station will be the week of May 12th until May 16, 2025, for necessary maintenance, according to the Bonneville County office of Emergency Management.
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The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is hosting two open houses to share preliminary plans for upcoming construction to widen I-15 to three lanes from Northgate Pocatello to Blackfoot and replace highway interchanges.
ITD says the end goal is to add three lanes in both directions to the 51 miles of interstate between Pocatello and Idaho Falls.
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“Pocatello Animal Services is pleased to report that all ten puppies remaining in our care have continued to test negative for the parvovirus,” said Pocatello Animal Services in a press update. “Following extensive disinfection and containment measures, the shelter is safe to reopen.”
The news comes after four puppies tested positive for canine parvovirus, an incredibly contagious virus common among dogs too young to be vaccinated.
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According to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Alex Hernandez has been booked into the Fremont County Jail for unlawful discharge of a firearm and disturbing the peace.
Early Sunday morning, Fremont County Dispatch received a call reporting gunshots being fired in the Ashton area. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded, determining the shooting was related to a dispute between more than one party.
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Idaho State Police stopped a pickup on I-15 near the south Blackfoot exit 89 after a high-speed chase that started in the Pocatello area.
The chase ended around 11:30 a.m. Monday, just north of the exit.
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Each year, Idaho Gives helps nonprofits in the Gem State raise money and awareness.
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