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Ammon Mayor shares more detail on 17th bridge construction project plans

January 22, 2025 5:48 PM Ariel Jensen

Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti explained what is happening with the 17th Street bridge construction project following our report on Tuesday, Jan. 21st.

Water main valve repair on John Adams Parkway

January 22, 2025 5:41 PM Tucker Robertson

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be replacing a water main valve at the intersection of John Adams Parkway and Fanning Avenue on Thursday Jan. 23

Record passengers taking flight from the Idaho Falls Regional Airport

January 22, 2025 4:23 PM Tucker Robertson

The number of passengers at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is flying sky high.

Education and the legislature – Perspectives from Idaho’s Superintendent of public instruction

January 22, 2025 5:09 PM Seth Ratliff

The 2025 legislative session continues, and one of the topics on every representative’s mind is the issue of school choice.

Controversial proposal to challenge same-sex marriage moves to Idaho House floor

January 22, 2025 4:23 PM Seth Ratliff

A proposal to challenge same-sex marriage at the Supreme Court level is now moving to the Idaho House floor.

University of Idaho holding annual Potato Conference and Ag Expo

January 22, 2025 4:58 PM Sam Ross

The University of Idaho is holding the 2025 Idaho Potato Conference and Eastern Idaho Ag Expo at Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building and ICCU Dome this week.

School board votes to close Washington Elementary

January 21, 2025 10:28 PM Sam Ross, Ashley Chilcutt

With a three to two vote, the D25 school board passed a motion to close Washington Elementary School.

Water line repair scheduled Wednesday on Shoup Avenue in Idaho Falls

January 21, 2025 4:57 PM Curtis Jackson

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a water service line on the 500 block of Shoup Avenue, on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Body found inside parked vehicle near Bonneville County landfill

January 21, 2025 4:35 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s office is investigating a body discovered near the Peterson Hill Landfill on E. Sunnyside Road.

17th Street bridge construction stirring trouble for neighboring businesses

January 21, 2025 5:05 PM Ariel Jensen

If you have driven by the Grand Teton Mall or the Ammon Target the last couple of days, you may have noticed traffic is busier than usual.

17th Street near the Albertson’s is closed for construction.

Prosecutor: 5 Teens behind the ‘boom’ sounds heard in Jefferson County

January 21, 2025 4:28 PM Curtis Jackson

Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney’s office reported that five teenagers are responsible for creating the large boom heard in the county.

Netflix is raising prices after reporting its biggest-ever subscriber jump

January 21, 2025 2:44 PM CNN Newsource

By Liam Reilly, CNN New York (CNN) — Netflix announced Tuesday it will raise prices on most of its subscription tiers in the US and Canada after the streaming giant reported 19 million new subscribers in the last quarter of 2024. The jump in subscribers, Netflix’s biggest-ever, puts the streaming giant at 302 million globally,

Pocatello agency holding challenge in February to combat elderly loneliness

January 21, 2025 1:24 PM Sam Ross

Local Area Agency on Aging uring people to reach out to their older friends and family.

Idaho Falls Rescue Mission supports those in need during extreme cold

January 21, 2025 3:57 PM Seth Ratliff

Subzero temperatures are creating dangerous conditions across eastern Idaho and some of those most at risk are people without homes.

One injured in 2 car crash north of Idaho Falls

January 21, 2025 11:05 AM Curtis Jackson

One person was taken to the hospital after a car crash north of Idaho Falls.

President’s Executive Order halts Lava Ridge Wind Project

January 21, 2025 9:18 AM Curtis Jackson

President Donald Trump signed an executive action Monday to stop the Lava Ridge Wind Farm project in the Magic Valley.

Idaho, Wyoming elected officials congratulate President Trump

January 20, 2025 5:56 PM Curtis Jackson

Not long after the president was sworn in, Idaho’s and Wyoming’s congressional leaders issued statements supporting Donald Trump.

Senate votes to confirm Marco Rubio as secretary of state, first Trump Cabinet official to be approved

January 20, 2025 4:58 PM CNN Newsource

By Clare Foran, CNN The Senate voted on Monday to confirm Marco Rubio as President Donald Trump’s secretary of state, the first high-level Cabinet official for the new administration to be approved by the chamber. The confirmation vote took place just hours after Trump was sworn in as president. The overwhelmingly bipartisan vote was 99

Idaho State University honors MLK Day with its annual march

January 20, 2025 5:57 PM Sam Ross

Idaho State University held their annual march and program in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday.

Tendoy Elementary families and staff hold rally ahead of possible school closure

January 20, 2025 2:59 PM Sam Ross

Some Tendoy Elementary School staff, students, and their families gathered Monday morning to show support for the school ahead of a possible school closure decision by Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25.

Extreme Cold Warning thru 10am Tuesday

January 20, 2025 5:25 AM Jeff Roper

We continue under an extreme cold warning for a majority of our metro areas this morning, with wind chills already at -25 below for upper snake counties. Highs today with clear and cold conditions will only make it to 8 in Idaho Falls and 13 in Pocatello. Dangerously cold wind chills have already surpassed -25

Knowing your pet’s limits in the extreme cold

January 20, 2025 4:18 PM Noah Farley

In extreme cold weather, you will likely need to take your dogs on shorter walks or find alternative indoor exercise for them.

Trump signs sweeping executive actions on immigration, launches fight to end birthright citizenship

January 20, 2025 8:34 AM CNN Newsource

By Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Washington (CNN) — President Donald Trump began his term by taking a series of sweeping immigration executive actions Monday that included declaring a national emergency at the US southern border, immediately ending use of a border app called CBP One that had allowed migrants to legally enter the United States, and

Biden issues preemptive pardons for Trump critics and Biden family members

January 20, 2025 5:19 AM CNN Newsource

By Kevin Liptak and Arlette Saenz, CNN Washington (CNN) — President Joe Biden on Monday issued an extraordinary slate of preemptive pardons for prominent critics of President-elect Donald Trump and members of his own family, using executive prerogative as a shield against revenge by his incoming successor while also guaranteeing his closest relatives aren’t subject

Governor Little introduces wildfire plans for the state

January 20, 2025 4:48 AM Kailey Galaviz

Governor Brad Little held a press conference today to update Idahoans on the many ways Idaho is working to ensure our state does not experience tragic wildfire events like the ones raging in southern California this month.

Schools announcing closures due to cold temperatures on Monday, Jan. 20

January 19, 2025 5:48 PM Tucker Robertson

The following schools/districts are closed on Monday, January 20 In response to the harsh cold. This list does not include closed schools in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Extreme cold conditions benefitting local ski resort

January 19, 2025 4:55 PM Noah Farley

The fact the weather has consistently stayed cold has been great for the slopes.

Christmas trees set ablaze at Icy Inferno

January 19, 2025 2:49 PM Noah Farley

People of all ages marveled at the sight of dozens of trees going up in flames.

Zoo Idaho hosts third annual ‘Poke Fest’

January 18, 2025 5:21 PM Noah Farley

Visitors enjoyed bonfires, s’mores, music, and of course, warm beer and cider.

Black ice and wrecks on I-86

January 17, 2025 9:33 PM Tucker Robertson

Black ice covered the freeway around the I-86 and I-84 interchange east of Declo Friday night.

Drivers urged to slow down as elk collisions surge

January 17, 2025 5:22 PM Ariel Jensen

Shoshone-Bannock Tribes’ Fish and Game are warning drivers to slow down.

They report five elk have been hit by cars just this week in Fort Hall.

Speed limit being lowered near Rigby

January 17, 2025 4:47 PM Tucker Robertson

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) on Thursday will be extending the limits of a lower 45 mph speed limit zone on SH-48 about two miles east of US-20 to Road 4200 East.

Idaho National Guard deployed to help with Presidential Inauguration

January 17, 2025 3:39 PM Curtis Jackson

Approximately 350 Soldiers and Airmen from the Idaho National Guard left Boise Friday morning for Washington, D.C., to assist with the Presidential Inauguration.

Lane closure planned between Fort Hall and Chubbuck

January 17, 2025 3:25 PM Tucker Robertson

The Idaho Transportation Department wants you to know that northbound and southbound lanes will travel on the same side of I-15 the week of Jan. 20.

Trump’s inauguration to be moved indoors

January 17, 2025 2:25 PM CNN

CNN By Kate Sullivan, Alayna Treene, Kaitlan Collins and Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration will be moved indoors, he announced Friday, due to dangerously cold temperatures projected in the nation’s capital. “I have ordered the Inauguration Address, in addition to prayers and other speeches, to be delivered in the United States

Red Cross urging people to give blood during National Blood Donor Month

January 17, 2025 3:48 PM Sam Ross

The American Red Cross of Idaho, Montana, and East Oregon are asking donors in the area to roll up their sleeves and give blood during National Blood Donor Month this January.

Community All-Stars: The brave men and women behind the badge

January 19, 2025 11:30 AM Kailey Galaviz

From patrolling, preventing crime, emergency response and so much more, those in law enforcement risk their lives every day to keep their communities safe.

TikTok says it will go dark on Sunday unless Biden intervenes ‘immediately’

January 17, 2025 8:04 AM CNN Newsource

By John Fritze, Tierney Sneed, Devan Cole, Pamela Brown, Clare Duffy, Kit Maher, Evan Perez and Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — TikTok on Friday said that it would turn off more than 170 million Americans’ access to the super popular video app on Sunday, unless President Joe Biden’s administration acts urgently to assure the company

What cities do when pipes break

January 16, 2025 5:07 PM Noah Farley

City water pipes tend to leak if they are old, broken, or freezing water expands them too much.

Red states can pick up the legal fight against mifepristone, judge rules

January 16, 2025 3:55 PM CNN Newsource

By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — Missouri, Kansas and Idaho can press forward with their lawsuit to restrict access to the abortion drug mifepristone, a federal judge ruled Thursday, months after the US Supreme Court had rejected an earlier version of the legal challenge. The decision by Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, an appointee of President-elect Donald

Person hit by car in Idaho Falls parking lot

January 16, 2025 3:02 PM Curtis Jackson

A car hit a person walking in an Idaho Falls parking lot Thursday morning.

“Snow Daddy” set to hit the road with its new name chosen by local students

January 16, 2025 4:52 PM Sam Ross

Franklin Middle School students named an area snow plow ‘Snow Daddy’.

Bannock County veterans asking for help to repair water damage in historic building

January 16, 2025 5:21 PM Sam Ross

Bannock County veterans are asking for the community’s help to raise funds for repairs to the historic Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building after flooding caused severe water damage earlier this month.

Blackfoot Animal Shelter receives large donation to build new shelter

January 16, 2025 3:53 PM Noah Farley

Cevering says the goal is for the new facility to open in May 2025.

Dog rescued from icy Snake River in Idaho Falls

January 16, 2025 12:56 PM Curtis Jackson

Some Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies took a polar plunge Wednesday afternoon in the Snake River to rescue a runaway dog.

Health West to start construction on new Pocatello pharmacy

January 17, 2025 11:57 AM Sam Ross

Health West announced they will soon begin construction on a new pharmacy located inside their Health West Pocatello clinic.

7-year-old injured in crosswalk accident

January 16, 2025 10:13 AM Curtis Jackson

A 7-year-old girl crossing the street was hit by a car Thursday morning in Blackfoot.

Woman rushed to hospital after being struck by car

January 15, 2025 7:45 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a vehicle accident where a pedestrian was hit near 45th East, Wednesday evening.

Key lines from President Joe Biden’s farewell address

January 15, 2025 7:12 PM CNN Newsource

By Kevin Liptak, Jack Forrest, Aditi Sangal and Elise Hammond, CNN (CNN) — After four years in the White House – and a half-century in Washington – President Joe Biden has said farewell. Sitting behind the Resolute Desk on Wednesday evening, the one-term Democratic leader used a 19-minute address to frame his four-year presidency on

Gov. Little’s “Keeping Promises” Initiative – Key takeaways for Southeast Idaho

January 15, 2025 5:47 PM Seth Ratliff

Governor Little was in Idaho Falls Wednesday, highlighting his “keeping promises plan” for the 2025 Idaho legislature.

Idaho Falls mayor presents her last State of the City

January 15, 2025 5:26 PM Curtis Jackson, Ariel Jensen

Wednesday afternoon of January 15th 2025 Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper spoke at her last State of the City to address after 12 years of service as mayor.

Chubbuck Police need help in finding two teen runaways

January 15, 2025 4:46 PM Curtis Jackson

Anevei Villasenor, 14, and Dalylah Villasenor, 17, were reported as runaways on January 4th.

Pocatello man charged with leaving puppies in dumpster

January 15, 2025 3:14 PM Curtis Jackson

A man from Pocatello is facing several animal abandonment and cruelty charges.

Car removed from Snake River near Blackfoot

January 15, 2025 12:58 PM Curtis Jackson

Bingham County Search and Rescue removed a car that drove into the Snake River on Monday, January 13, 2025.

Pocatello-Chubbuck School District host public hearing on enrollment

January 15, 2025 1:37 PM Sam Ross

Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) is holding a public hearing to discuss attendance and enrollment issues and possible school closures on January 15.

Bannock County returns forensic lab funds

January 15, 2025 1:41 PM Sam Ross

Bannock County has returned nearly $1 million of state funding originally secured to construct the now-defunct East Idaho Forensic Pathology Center.

Two killed in head-on crash near Carey

January 15, 2025 12:51 PM Curtis Jackson

Two people were killed in a head-on collision on US 26/93 just north of Carey on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Compass Academy closes early due to water main break

January 15, 2025 10:37 AM Curtis Jackson

Compass Academy will close at 10:00 AM today due to a water main break in the street near the school.

A long-awaited ceasefire has finally begun in Gaza. Here’s what we know

January 14, 2025 7:55 AM CNN Newsource

By Sophie Tanno, Lauren Kent and Christian Edwards, CNN (CNN) — Three hostages were released from Hamas captivity in Gaza and dozens of Palestinian prisoners freed by Israel on Sunday, as a highly anticipated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect. The agreement delivers the first reprieve for the people of Gaza in more

Trending news: Banned words for 2025, annoying sounds, Starbucks Handouts

January 15, 2025 10:16 AM Curtis Jackson

Kailey Galaviz and Jeff Roper share the list of banished words for 2025 revealed by Lake Superior State University.

District 91 CTE Center in high demand after 3 years of success

January 14, 2025 5:52 PM Ariel Jensen

Idaho Falls School District 91’s Career and Technical Education Center has been around for three years.

Joann files for bankruptcy — again

January 15, 2025 4:29 AM CNN Newsource

Joann, the fabrics and crafts retailer, has filed for bankruptcy for a second time within a year and announced that it’s seeking a sale.

Ammon drivers beware! 17th Street to close Sunday for bridge work

January 14, 2025 3:51 PM Curtis Jackson

Drivers who use 17th Street to get to Ammon from Idaho Falls will soon have to find a different route.

GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports

January 14, 2025 1:05 PM CNN Newsource

By Clare Foran and Haley Talbot, CNN (CNN) — The House voted on Tuesday to pass a GOP-led bill that would ban transgender athletes from women’s and girls’ sports at federally funded schools and educational institutions. The legislation is expected to next be taken up by the GOP-controlled Senate. The House vote was 218 to

Bomb squad called to Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building

January 14, 2025 1:06 PM Curtis Jackson

The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building was evacuated Tuesday morning when an ordnance shell was found by construction workers.

Wife shoots husband after he threatens to kill her in Irwin

January 14, 2025 11:29 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a fight between a husband and wife that ended up in a shooting.

neighborhood watch sign on phone line pole

Pocatello agencies hosting stalking awareness webinar

January 14, 2025 10:59 AM Sam Ross

The Southeast Idaho Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force is hosting a stalking awareness webinar on Tuesday, January 14.

Recent storms help eastern Idaho Snowpack

January 13, 2025 8:26 PM Chris Nestman

Average isn’t always something to celebrate, but after a relatively warm and quiet start to winter, having average snowpack is a welcome status. “It depends on what metric you’re looking at. But we’re right about a normal snowpack for this time of year,” said David Hoekema, a hydrologist with the Idaho Department of Water Resources.

New soup kitchen coming to Rexburg

January 13, 2025 5:40 PM Noah Farley

The soup kitchen will be more than just a place to get a hot meal. It will also be a place where people can learn about resources available to get the help they need.

Attorney asks for Jeremy Best to be moved to Madison County

January 13, 2025 4:47 PM Seth Ratliff

Jeremy Best’s attorney wants to move him out of the Bonneville County Jail to the Madison County Jail because of constitutional rights violations.

Glacier Bancorp agrees to acquire Bank of Idaho

January 13, 2025 4:19 PM Curtis Jackson

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. announced Monday it has signed an agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho based in Idaho Falls.

Community All-Star: How Swan Valley Fire Chief serves his community

January 13, 2025 1:21 PM Linda Larsen

Some of our own Swan Valley firefighters are now in California battling those fires. Their training comes from a very influential teacher.

Bingham County citizens share concerns over proposed gravel pit

January 13, 2025 4:05 PM Sam Ross

Bingham County residents banding together to appeal a decision to allow the operation of a gravel pit.

Bridge replacement to close intersection on Bonneville-Jefferson County line

January 13, 2025 12:37 PM Curtis Jackson

Crews will begin work on replacing a bridge over a canal along the Bonneville – Jefferson County line on Monday, January 13.

Student-inspired names appear on snowplows

January 13, 2025 12:15 PM Curtis Jackson, Kailey Galaviz

Watch out for Pow Pow Ka Plow on the roads. The newly named plow by students hits the roads across eastern Idaho.

Pocatello man arrested for Sunday morning shooting

January 12, 2025 2:21 PM News Team

A Pocatello man has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident on Upland St. Sunday morning.

Why restaurant chains are closing and what can be done

January 12, 2025 5:00 PM Noah Farley

If more and more restaurant chains close their doors for good, it can lead to more jobs being lost, prices needing to be raised, and fewer restaurant options for people.

Passengers evacuated after “suspicious device” was found at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport

January 11, 2025 5:24 PM Tucker Robertson

Around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday Jan. 11, a security incident occurred at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport resulting in the response of the Idaho Falls Police and Fire Departments.

Bridal fair helps reduce wedding planning stress

January 11, 2025 5:54 PM Noah Farley

“A lot of the couples that I help really don’t want the big venue. They don’t want the big groups, they don’t want a whole lot of family around.”

Eastern Idaho Crisis Intervention Team receives Gold Certification

January 11, 2025 2:24 PM Travis Richards

The Region 7 Crisis Intervention Team (“CIT”) has been awarded Gold Level Certification through CIT International.

Idaho bill raises the bar on getting initiatives, referendums onto ballot

January 10, 2025 4:11 PM Curtis Jackson

Lawmakers are once again attempting to make it more difficult to pass a citizen-backed ballot initiative or referendum.

Lava Hot Springs Senior Center seeking funds for building refurbishments

January 10, 2025 1:33 PM Sam Ross

The Lava Hot Springs Senior Center is seeking grant money and other funds to maintain and repair the historic building.

Bonneville County Sheriff unveils new jail expansion

January 10, 2025 12:40 PM Ariel Jensen

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office celebrated two newly completed expansion projects to the jail with a dual ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday morning.

Lori Vallow tells judge she’s ready for trial

January 10, 2025 1:09 PM Curtis Jackson

Lori Vallow appeared in a Phoenix courtroom for a status conference Friday, January 10, 2025.

Multi–vehicle crash halts traffic on Yellowstone Highway

January 9, 2025 3:37 PM Tucker Robertson

Lanes on Yellowstone Highway closed following an accident involving multiple vehicles.

IFPD on the hunt for driver that hit a building

January 9, 2025 6:08 PM Tucker Robertson

“Late in the evening of December 17th, this vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run accident.”

Meet the Swan Valley firefighters who are on their way to California

January 9, 2025 4:53 PM Linda Larsen

One hundred and four firefighters, and twenty-five fire engines from Idaho are on their way to help fight the devastating California wildfires.

Madison County Sheriff investigates fatal crash near Teton

January 8, 2025 7:20 PM Tucker Robertson

Two people were killed Wednesday in a crash on Idaho Highway 33 east of Teton.

Sparklight Grant Boosts Idaho Falls Symphony’s Youth Education

January 9, 2025 1:45 PM Ariel Jensen

The Idaho Falls Symphony received a $3,000 grant from the Sparklight Charitable Foundation to help fund some local youth education programs.

Reed’s Dairy gives back to community on fire anniversary

January 9, 2025 1:02 PM Curtis Jackson

Reed’s Dairy will mark the one-year anniversary of the fire that destroyed its production facility with a give-back promotion.

Ammon students enjoy new dining experience

January 9, 2025 12:25 PM Curtis Jackson

Ammon Elementary students get to eat in a brand-new cafeteria.

I-15/I-86 Interchange project to be completed this year

January 9, 2025 11:23 AM Sam Ross

After years of construction, the I-86 and I-15 System Interchange project is expected to be completed by August 2025, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.

Idaho DMV urges drivers to add your next of kin to online account

January 9, 2025 11:20 AM Curtis Jackson

The following is a news release from the Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles. BOISE, Idaho (IDMV) – The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is encouraging all Idahoans to update their DMV profiles by adding a primary next of kin. This small step ensures that law enforcement or emergency services can quickly contact your loved

Student, Parent, and Teacher information stolen in cyberattack against Bonneville School District 93

January 8, 2025 9:08 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville School District 93 reported a cybersecurity breach Wednesday, January 8.

Idaho firefighters are headed to California

January 8, 2025 8:33 PM Tucker Robertson

The State of Idaho is mobilizing five task forces to assist in protecting
communities threatened by wildfires burning in Southern California.

Randy Larkin sentenced to life in prison

January 8, 2025 8:06 PM Tucker Robertson

Randy Michael Larkin was sentenced to life in prison, with no eligibility for parole for 25 years.

Scheduled road closure on County Line Road beginning January 13

January 8, 2025 4:09 PM Tucker Robertson

Jefferson County posted to its Facebook that the intersection of County Line Road and 3900 East/Iona Road will be closed beginning Monday, January 13.

Warmer winter may spark kitten season surge

January 8, 2025 4:48 PM Ariel Jensen

Right now it’s slow at the shelter when it comes to adopting kittens, which is not uncommon during the wintertime. But this year some cats captured by the shelter’s (TNR) Trap-Neuter-Return program have already had cats coming in pregnant, likely a result of warmer temperatures.

Idaho House starts 2025 session with proposal to challenge same-sex marriage

January 8, 2025 11:12 AM Seth Ratliff

An Idaho House committee is considering asking the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.

Hacker accesses student, teacher data in Bonneville School District 93

January 8, 2025 4:12 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville School District 93 sent a letter to parents saying someone accessed their PowerSchool data system during the holiday break.

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