Firefighters are making “steady and consistent” progress on the Big Rock Fire, as crews achieve 85% containment. Today’s update marks the final daily briefing from the Big Rock Type 3 Incident Management Team as command is returned to the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) Great Basin Unit 3.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a fiery two-vehicle crash that happened Saturday afternoon west of Blackfoot.
The crash happened around 4:20 p.m. at the intersection of US Highway 26 and N 700 W, just west of Blackfoot, Idaho.
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Cars and Coffee is a weekly car show that has brought out hundreds of visitors every Sunday in Pocatello. Since its founding in 2019, the event provides a space for locals to share their 4-wheeled passion projects with others.
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The Heise Fire continues to burn 20 miles northeast of Idaho Falls, burning a total of 2142 sparked by a lightning strike. As of Sunday, August 9, the fire has reached 72% containment.
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The Marshall Public Library has been collecting donations of school supplies and hygiene products every year since 2018. Between August 3 and September 12, a donation bin near the front desk of the library will collect new, unopened supplies for students in School District 25.
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From exploring the various pieces of literature to appreciating the joys of books, the holiday gives everyone a chance to participate in their summer reading.
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Around noon on Sunday, August 9, employees evacuated the Cafe Rio in Pocatello when a small structure fire broke out on the side of the building. Emergency crews including Pocatello Fire and ambulances rushed to the scene.
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“We must unleash more of the energy potential within matter and use it to overcome the tyranny of distance across our solar system, especially as we venture farther away from our star,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman Friday in Idaho Falls.
Watch the full press conference at link below.
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The “Chubbuck Days” celebration is back for the weekend in Chubbuck, a summer bash filled with family fun, movies and parades for the community. The celebrations kick off Friday August 7, with the family movie night at Stuart Park.
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Twin Falls Police released new information Friday about the August 1 mass shooting at the city’s In-N-Out Burger, saying investigators still have no known motive while confirming the suspect acted alone. The investigation remains active with assistance from the FBI, Idaho State Police and the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office.
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Three people were airlifted to hospitals following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 75 south of Stanley on August 6.
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A 20-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed Thursday evening in a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck south of Idaho Falls.
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RIRIE, Idaho (KIFI) – Firefighters continue making steady progress on the Big Rock Fire, with containment increasing to 54% as crews work to secure fire lines and eliminate remaining hot spots. The lightning-caused wildfire, which started one week ago on July 31, is now mapped at 2,142 acres. Fire officials say the slight decrease in
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For the last two years, local farmers in Downey have been voicing their opinions on the potential for solar farms in south Bannock County. It’s a hot topic again as commissioners move to rewrite a 2024 ordinance that banned solar farms in Bannock County.
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“NASA has a whole moon base plan, right? They’re going to need a lot of power for that plan,” said Nuclear Reactor Technology Division Director Justin Coleman. “… That’s the reason NASA’s looking at a reactor that’ll be launch-ready by 2030. It will completely change the paradigm in the type of power generation you have on the moon.”
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With Raspberry Days around the corner, Idaho State Police is urging people to put safety first following several fatal incidents in the area this summer.
“We’ve seen firsthand how quickly a fun day can turn tragic,” Capt. Clint Skinner said. “As we welcome thousands of visitors for Raspberry Days, we’re asking everyone to slow down, wear a seat belt, wear a life jacket on the water and never drive impaired. A few responsible decisions can make the difference between a safe weekend and a tragedy.”
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FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI)- The 61st Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival began Thursday at the Shoshone-Bannock Festival Grounds in Fort Hall. The four-day gathering runs through this Sunday under the theme “One people, one purpose, one future.” The festival originated in August 1964 when then-recreation director Reeves Nawoosky organized a social powwow to celebrate a successful summer
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By Isa Mudannayake, Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $905 million after nobody took the grand prize in Saturday night’s drawing. The winning numbers were 5, 9, 35, 54, 63 and red Powerball 7, with a Power Play multiplier of 3. While no one snagged the $856 million
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Two men, James T. Cooper and Tony P. Goans, were arrested and charged with grand theft following a multi-agency investigation that recovered over $50,000 in stolen property across Idaho and Utah.
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The Madison Fire Department reported that the Byrne Side fire, which burned approximately 150 acres south of Rexburg, has been fully contained.
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The Salmon community is celebrating the opening of its new Two Rivers K-8 school Tuesday, marking the completion of a nearly $29 million project years in the making.
Gov. Brad Little is expected to attend, along with local lawmakers and school officials.
Local News 8 will livestream the ceremonial ribbon cutting beginning at 3 p.m. You can watch it in the player at the link below.
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The “Best little fair in Idaho” is back in Downey all week long with activities for families, cowboys and little ones. Many of the people who work to make the fair happen every year are Downey local volunteers like Brittanie Goodwin.
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The Blackfoot City Council has approved an ordinance banning the sale of kratom within city limits, making it illegal for businesses to sell the substance beginning this month.
The move follows a similar ban recently approved in Idaho Falls.
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Residents from both sides of Teton Pass came together Monday night to discuss ways to make one of the region’s busiest roads safer following a series of serious and deadly crashes. The meeting was organized by a group of seven community members, including Gary Kofinas, whose friend was killed when a dump truck lost control on Teton Pass.
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The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying and locating a person and vehicle connected to an incident in Island Park.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened Monday, Aug. 3. Officials did not provide details about the nature of the incident.
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The Idaho High School Activities Association updated its policy regarding transgender students in girls’ sports to comply with the state’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act.
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BOISE, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare announced the contract for the Idaho Wednesday’s Child recruitment program will end on Sept. 30. Internal state teams will take over recruitment and intensive services for foster children starting Oct. 1. The program has operated for more than 25 years in partnership with Eastern Washington
Continue Reading An Arizona woman was injured when her car rolled on US 20 near the Idaho National Laboratory site.
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is joining attorneys general from 16 other states in calling on Congress to pass the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act”. The legislation that would expand states’ ability to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud.
“Every year, criminals steal billions from a program meant to protect our most vulnerable citizens by lying their way onto Medicaid rolls,” said Attorney General Labrador. “Federal law currently ties investigators’ hands unless the fraud comes from a provider, letting recipient fraud go unchecked.”
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Ariel Jackson will step down as the executive director of the Community Food Basket on August 21 after more than six years leading the organization.
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The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for families.
Georgina Goodlander, the Visual Arts Director for the Idaho Falls Arts Council, stopped by Local News 8 Live in the Morning to show off some fun art projects that will be going on at this weekend’s Roaring Youth Jam.
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Crews are making progress on the Big Rock Fire near Heise, with containment reaching 22% Wednesday morning.
The fire remains at 2,199 acres with 278 personnel assigned to the incident.
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Federal and state agencies are set to implement Stage 1 fire restrictions across central and eastern Idaho starting Friday, August 7, due to high fire danger and dry conditions.
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“They knew their lives. They knew their struggles, and it was community policing,” said Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson. “That’s what we’re striving to be more like, so that there’s a more intimate relationship, because that allows us to get the bad people and put them in jail and serve the the folks of Idaho Falls, make it safe and make a positive difference.”
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Authorities have identified the three people killed in Saturday’s shooting in Twin Falls.
The victims are 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California; 66-year-old Dale Schultz of Salt Lake City, Utah; and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch of Hagerman, Idaho.
Twin Falls Police extended their deepest condolences to the victims’ families, loved ones, friends and community members grieving the loss.
A Family Assistance Center has also been established to provide support and resources to victims, survivors and their families.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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As crews continue working to put out hot spots near Heise Hot Springs, the Big Rock Fire remains within its existing perimeter.
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Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with local business owners in Idaho Falls on Tuesday, discussing the opportunities and challenges that come with Southeast Idaho’s continued growth. During the panel, they also discussed pressing issues that the state is facing.
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As potential data centers continue to dominate conversation in Eastern Idaho, the Bannock County Board of Commissioners enacted a temporary moratorium on Thursday, July 30, pausing acceptance of data center permit applications. The moratorium will last 180 days, completely stopping review on any data center proposals within county jurisdiction.
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🫎 One of the moose spotted wandering around Idaho Falls has been safely captured.
Idaho Fish and Game and Bonneville County Animal Control tranquilized the young male moose after finding him in a resident’s backyard near the Idaho Falls Zoo.
Officials plan to release the moose back into the wild but did not disclose where he will be released.
The capture comes after several recent moose sightings around Idaho Falls.
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By Karina Tsui, Holly Yan, Chris Boyette, Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A man suspected of arson in one of three wildfires tearing through eastern Washington state was formally charged Tuesday, as firefighters race to contain flames before they obliterate more homes. Aaron F. Farinacci, 37, appeared in Spokane County Superior Court via video
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The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing person who disappeared during evacuations for the Big Rock Fire Friday night.
Sheriff’s officials told Local News 8 the individual “took off” during the evacuations and has not been located.
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A Jefferson County man has been charged with misdemeanor indecent exposure following an investigation into reports of him exposing himself to motorists on Highway 20.
Continue Reading An Idaho child has been hospitalized after being struck by an SUV while riding a scooter on Monday afternoon.
Idaho State Police says the juvenile was airlifted to a local hospital. Their current condition is unknown.
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The Big Rock Fire remains very active and at 0% containment as officials warn people to stay out of the fire area and obey road closures.
Officials said current road closures are expected to remain in place through the coming week and could be extended depending on fire conditions and ongoing operations.
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Country singer-songwriter Skip Ewing stopped by Local News 8 at Noon to perform music from his latest album, “Dragonfly,” ahead of a performance in eastern Idaho.
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Harmony Counseling Center recently opened a new office in Idaho Falls to address the state’s limited access to mental health care by offering therapy services for individuals of all ages.
Continue Reading Community members will gather Monday evening to discuss safety concerns on Teton Pass as crashes along the mountain highway continue to be a concern for drivers.
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The Double Spring Fire expanded to 1,021 acres on the Salmon-Challis National Forest near Challis, Idaho, leading to the closure of three local roads.
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The Idaho Falls Fire Department is responding to a natural gas leak in downtown Idaho Falls after a construction crew accidentally struck a gas line.
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A California family learned about Saturday’s deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls the same as many did — a news alert on their phone. And for the ensuing moments, time felt like an excruciating, panic-inducing eternity.
Their Southern California-based 24-year-old daughter was part of an “all-star team” assembled to travel to Twin Falls, Idaho, to help train new associates as they open the new location. Around 2:30 p.m. local time, shots rang out as a gunman entered the store.
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If you spot a moose wandering through your neighborhood this summer, Idaho Fish and Game says there may be a reason why.
During late spring and summer, the department frequently responds to reports of yearling moose wandering into residential and urban areas at lower elevations.
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Twin Falls authorities are asking the public to stop harassing an innocent man who shares the same name as the deceased suspect in the recent In-N-Out shooting.
In a social media post, authorities said a man named Chad Williams has been mistakenly associated with the shooting because he shares the suspect’s name.
Continue Reading Multiple people were killed and at least two others were injured during a shooting Saturday afternoon in a busy commercial area of Twin Falls, Idaho. The incident, which reportedly began inside an In-N-Out restaurant, resulted in the death of the shooter. Law enforcement officials have since lifted shelter-in-place orders and reopened local roads following the tragedy.
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First responders are on the scene of a crash along U.S. Highway 20 near County Line Road (Milepost 320) that has shut down the far right lane.
According to ITD, the crash response began around 4:08 p.m near near County Line Road (MM 320).
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Four people are dead, including the gunman, and five others are recovering after violence erupted at the new Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger on Saturday. In-N-Out owner Lynsi Snyder expressed heartbreak over the loss of an associate, stating the company is “mourning with the families” during this painful time. Authorities are working to determine the suspect’s identity and motive, with Twin Falls Police set to hold a live news conference at 2 p.m. Sunday to provide updates on the investigation.
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A single-engine plane crash near the Blackfoot Airport resulted in the death of 27-year-old pilot Caden Max West on Saturday night. Two survivors, including West’s brother Myles and a family friend, were hospitalized with severe injuries. Federal and local authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident, while the community mourns the loss of the BYU-Idaho finance graduate.
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Thousands of families have been ordered to flee their homes as a fast-moving wildfire grows in Spokane County, Washington, filling the skies with thick smoke and backing up traffic on some roads while state officials warn of an incredibly dangerous situation on the ground.
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The Big Rock Fire expanded to approximately 2,400 acres near Ririe, Idaho, prompting aggressive firefighting efforts and multiple levels of evacuation orders amid extreme weather conditions.
Continue Reading Two local drivers were taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after a collision blocked northbound traffic on US-91 for nearly two hours.
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The Central Fire District and neighboring agencies are on the scene of a wildfire burning near the Heise area, east of Ririe.
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The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to residents and visitors in several neighborhoods following reports of a black bear breaking into occupied homes to find food.
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Pocatello police executed a high-risk search warrant at a home on Samuel Street on Friday afternoon in coordination with several law enforcement agencies.
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Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies are warning people about a new wave of jury duty scams where callers threaten residents with arrest warrants to extort immediate payments.
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Bannock County commissioners have approved a 180-day emergency moratorium on new data center permit applications in unincorporated areas to allow staff time to study resource impacts and develop specific regulations.
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The Museum of Idaho is scheduled to host a Celebrity Appraisal Showcase this Saturday, August 1, featuring nationally recognized appraisers Timothy Gordon and Grant Zahajko.
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One year after a stunning hearing in which Kohberger admitted to his crimes in court, the former criminology graduate student says his defense team misled him and persuaded him to enter a false guilty plea.
His request to reverse his plea not only revives the case, but it also may renew the frustrations and emotions of the grieving families of his four victims: Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle and Madison Mogen. They were fatally stabbed in the overnight hours of November 13, 2022.
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A fast-moving field fire threatening homes between Ucon and Rigby in Bonneville County, Idaho, on Thursday night.
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Approximately 250 U.S. Army soldiers were mobilized to support wildland firefighting efforts in Oregon and Washington as national resources reached their limits due to intense wildfire activity.
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Nearly 30 hot air balloons launched Friday morning at McCowin Park as part of the annual Ammon Days event, which features various activities scheduled through Sunday.
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A hiker is recovering after falling approximately 300 feet on Mount Idaho, prompting a large-scale rescue operation in Custer County.
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ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) – Several days after a health alert was issued for Island Park Reservoir, Idaho environmental officials say the harmful cyanobacteria bloom is continuing to grow, with warm summer temperatures creating favorable conditions for the bacteria to spread. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) says recent satellite imagery shows the bloom
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Falls City Council voted unanimously Thursday to amend its contract with Flock Safety, prohibiting the company from using local camera data to train artificial intelligence. The decision follows public opposition and privacy concerns regarding the original agreement established in 2025. The city’s legal department negotiated the change after residents
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Bingham County Coroner Jimmy Roberts has announced his resignation, prompting the Republican Central Committee to begin the process of selecting an interim successor.
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The Yellowstone Film Festival has rescheduled its 2026 event for Oct. 9 through Oct. 11 and extended its film submission deadline through Sept. 18.
The festival was originally scheduled for August but was postponed following the recent death of founder Jacob Graham, a lifelong Cody resident, filmmaker, actor and musician.
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A group of young creatives in the Pocatello community are working to make an independent film series titled “Peripheral.” The series will be eight episodes, following investigative journalist Maya Bell as she solves missing persons cases in a fictional community. Filmed primarily in Old Town, Pocatello, the series director and staff are looking for local talent to star in their project.
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The Roving Rabbis and Chabad Ludavitch of Idaho are inviting the Jewish community of Southeastern Idaho and non-Jewish residents to attend an upcoming Shabbat dinner.
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A new winery called Gem 73 is set to open in Idaho’s Sunnyslope Wine Region this August, utilizing solar power and innovative technologies to promote sustainability.
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National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is just around the corner, and one local grocery expert is encouraging families to put a creative spin on the classic frozen treat.
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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is urging Idahoans to check their homes after 39 products were recalled nationwide in July because of serious safety hazards, including fire risks, choking hazards and products designed for infants and toddlers.
The recalls, issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, include household appliances, electronics, furniture and children’s products. Ten of the recalled items were made specifically for infants and toddlers.
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Three southern Idaho residents over the age of 55 have died due to extreme heat, leading public health officials to issue urgent safety warnings.
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A test on a city booster pump briefly dropped water pressure in parts In Blackfoot city, prompting a ‘momentary’ city wide water outage. Now state regulators must be notified in case additional steps are needed to protect public health.
According to Blackfoot City Mayor Scott D. Stufflebeam, The city’s booster pump helps maintain consistent water pressure in the system, and it was temporarily shut down during a recent test.
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A young man’s body was recovered Thursday morning after he fell from the Snake River Canyon in Twin Falls, Idaho, while climbing rocks.
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The Idaho National Laboratory commissioned a new modular mineral processing plant to process ore from Perpetua Resources’ Stibnite Gold Project, marking a milestone in establishing a domestic supply of antimony trisulfide for national security.
Continue Reading Emergency crews are battling a lightning-caused wildfire known as the Lake Channel Fire that has grown to approximately 1,500 acres near American Falls, Idaho.
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YELLOWSTONE, Wyo. (KIFI) – Anglers visiting Yellowstone National Park will face new fishing restrictions beginning this week as park officials respond to warming water temperatures and low stream flows that can threaten native trout populations. Effective July 29, fishing on nearly all of Yellowstone’s rivers and streams will only be allowed from sunrise until 2
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The 115th annual War Bonnet Round Up, Idaho’s oldest rodeo, commenced with the Toyota Wild West Family Fest at Sandy Downs in Idaho Falls.
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A search for a 28-year-old Australian hiker ended Wednesday when Teton County Search and Rescue located his body near the Wigwams on the Tetons’ west slope. Evidence suggests the man fell from a steep ridgeline while attempting to thru-hike the Continental Divide Trail. Authorities initially launched the search after his family noticed irregular communications via a satellite device.
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As the American Red Cross declares a national blood crisis, the Kartchner family in Rigby, Idaho, is hosting a series of community blood drives to encourage donations following their daughter’s survival of a flesh-eating disease.
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Gov. Brad Little has declared a fire disaster emergency in parts of Idaho and authorized the deployment of the Idaho National Guard to assist with the Big Grass Fire in Owyhee County as wildfire activity intensifies across the state.
The emergency declaration authorizes additional state resources to support wildfire suppression, monitoring, response and recovery efforts. It also allows the State Emergency Response Team to help cover extraordinary wildfire monitoring and response costs under Idaho law.
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“The BEA Applied STEM Institute represents an exciting new chapter for STEM education in our region,” said Mary Stephenson, associate vice president of K-14 and Rural Initiatives at CEI. “Through our partnership with BEA, we are creating meaningful opportunities for students to explore STEM fields, build confidence through hands-on learning and prepare for high-demand, high-wage careers in Idaho.”
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The Aid for Friends Homeless Shelter in Pocatello is celebrating five years of service to the community, and cut a ribbon this morning to dedicate and rename the building after Barbara Jo “BJ” Strensland, whose vision for a clean, safe space for homeless to be came to life with the shelter.
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Thomas Saxton is found safe after being reported missing.
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Authorities have identified the woman who died in a mobile home fire in Pocatello earlier this month.
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office confirmed Wednesday that 64-year-old Christina McCarty Varner, a resident of Pocatello, was found dead inside the home following the blaze.
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Fire officials are strongly urging people to stay away from South Ammon Road, Henry’s Creek Road, and Taylor Mountain road as they continue their firefighting efforts.
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“Friendship and youth is just like a very universal experience. We’re all laughing at the same things, we kind of all just listen to the same music – similar pop culture even though we’re from different nations,” said Idaho Falls Sister Cities Youth Association Student President Caroline Combs. “We’re just teenagers.”
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Center Stage Theatre is shining a bright spotlight on its upcoming 2027 season lineup. Packed with Broadway hits, timeless classics, and deeply moving true stories, the 2027 lineup promises unforgettable magic for every kind of theatergoer.
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Democratic U.S. Senate candidate David Roth announced his withdrawal from the race on July 28 to focus on supporting other Democratic candidates in Idaho.
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Downtown Driggs was transformed into an outdoor art studio as painters set up their easels, brushes and canvases during the Plein Air Festival.
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The federal government is moving to grant states more authority over grizzly bear management following a petition from Montana. This proposal would allow state agencies to regulate populations that have met federal recovery benchmarks. Idaho officials, including Senator Jim Risch and Governor Brad Little, praised the decision, arguing that local wildlife experts are better equipped to make conservation decisions than federal bureaucrats.
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Drivers traveling between Idaho Falls and Rigby should expect nighttime traffic shifts and temporary exit closures beginning this week as the Idaho Transportation Department enters the next phase of its U.S. Highway 20 resurfacing project.
According to the Idaho Transportation Department, overnight work is expected to begin Tuesday evening at Hitt Road. Crews will remove a portion of the existing pavement. Speed limits will be reduced through the work zone, with repaving scheduled for next week.
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