Local News Archives

Community rallies around each other for Turkey Day

November 23, 2023 10:31 AM Braydon Wilson

Thanksgiving has finally arrived and everyone remembers all the reasons they have to be grateful, and for many Thursday that includes their community.

DEQ releases 2023 Triennial Review of Idaho Water Quality Standards

November 23, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) released the 2023 Triennial Review of Idaho Water Quality Standards.

Agencies prepare drivers for winter driving conditions throughout Idaho

November 23, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

As winter approaches with its inevitable challenges, it’s paramount that drivers prepare themselves to navigate tricky road conditions and minimize unnecessary risks during inclement weather.

Successful motorcycle giveaway honoring veterans

November 23, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI) – The Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel announced the success of the recent Veterans Day Powwow on Nov. 11, 2023. The event, aimed at honoring our nation’s veterans, concluded with the presentation of two brand-new motorcycles to two deserving veterans. In a heartwarming celebration of service and sacrifice, the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel partnered with Eagle

Give thanks and give back: Donate blood

November 23, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

This time of year is traditionally hard on the nation’s blood supply.

12 displaced after fire at adult assisted living facility

November 22, 2023 4:53 PM News Team

At 2:58 p.m. this afternoon, Nov. 22, 2023, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to an adult living facility located at 163 E Elva Street in Idaho Falls for a report of a structure fire.

Bannock County homeowners will see $15 million in property tax reduction; tax bills will be mailed next week

November 22, 2023 9:32 AM News Team

Homeowners in Bannock County will soon know how much they will save on their property taxes this year.

Chief Bankruptcy Judge Meier passes away

November 22, 2023 3:01 PM News Team

The United States Courts for the District of Idaho announced the passing of Chief United States Bankruptcy Judge Joseph M. Meier on Wednesday.

Happyville Farms is expanding

November 22, 2023 12:44 PM News Team

An expansion at Happyville Farms in Idaho Falls has been announced.

How to lower your holiday stress level

November 22, 2023 11:29 AM Kailey Galaviz

It can be easy to get overwhelmed during the holidays, which can make it harder to enjoy for some people.

Thanksgiving eve is noted as the biggest drinking day of the year

November 22, 2023 11:45 AM Noah Farley

The day before Thanksgiving (AKA Blackout Wednesday) is known as the biggest day of excessive alcohol consumption of the year.

Lower gas prices put the gravy on Thanksgiving travel

November 22, 2023 12:01 PM News Team

Idaho’s average pump price nearly 50 cents cheaper than a year ago.

ISP, local law enforcement gear up for Thanksgiving traffic

November 22, 2023 12:11 PM News Team

As part of this concerted effort, all travelers are urged to prioritize safety.

Police departments respond to nationwide shortage of officers

November 22, 2023 11:50 AM Seth Ratliff

A national study by the Police Executive Research Forum shows law enforcement agencies nationwide are losing officers faster than they can hire new ones.

High school students get resume-building experience preparing for Warren Miller screening

November 22, 2023 11:26 AM Noah Farley

The Idaho Falls High School Ski Club is hosting this year’s 74th annual Warren Miller Ski Film this month.

BLM seeks input on revised Caldwell Canyon mine plan in Idaho

November 22, 2023 9:38 AM News Team

The site includes approximately 420 acres of land that is already developed on Schmid Ridge about 13 miles east-northeast of Soda Springs.

Risch recognizes Vickers Western Store as a Pocatello Gem

November 22, 2023 9:37 AM News Team

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, member and former-chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, announced the selection of Vickers Western Store in Pocatello as a Local Gem.

Albertsons, Idaho Foodbank partner to address food insecurity during holidays

November 22, 2023 9:37 AM News Team

Albertsons and the Idaho Foodbank are partnering again this holiday season to address food insecurity.

Credit Union robbery suspect in custody

November 21, 2023 2:49 PM News Team

The Chubbuck Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect in a bank robbery that took place Tuesday at 12:05 p.m. at the Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union.

3 things to know this morning – November 22, 2023

November 22, 2023 7:18 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your Wednesday.

Lions Club to host yearly Thanksgiving dinner in St. Anthony

November 21, 2023 11:01 AM Braydon Wilson

The St. Anthony and Ashton Lions Club is inviting everyone to be their guest this year for Thanksgiving. Every year the two chapters of the Lions Club come together to host a Thanksgiving Dinner at the St. Anthony Junior High School Cafeteria.

More information released on shooting in Pocatello

November 21, 2023 5:32 PM Linda Larsen

More information on a shooting in Pocatello has been released.

Nearly 314,000 Idahoans will take Thanksgiving trip

November 14, 2023 9:33 AM News Team

In a fitting reflection of the holiday, the roads and airports will be pretty stuffed over Thanksgiving weekend.

Injured paraglider rescued on Snow King Mountain

November 21, 2023 10:31 AM News Team

A paraglider is recovering after being rescued by helicopter Monday.

Investigation continues into cybersecurity data breach at INL

November 21, 2023 4:38 PM News Team

Idaho National Laboratory has released the following statement regarding a data breach.

‘Tis the season for home security: things you should do before holiday travel

November 21, 2023 11:05 AM Ashley Chilcutt

Holiday vacations are more enjoyable when you’ve taken precautions to secure your home while you’re away.

BLM to conduct pile burn near Island Park

November 21, 2023 11:35 AM News Team

Smoke from these prescribed burns may be visible from considerable distances.

City of Idaho Falls Attorney plans to retire

November 21, 2023 11:06 AM Noah Farley

Assistant City Attorney Michael Kirkham will assume the position in December 2023.

Statehouse Christmas tree delivered

November 21, 2023 10:38 AM News Team

This tree will soon be decorated with thousands of lights.

Risch, Idaho Commerce kickoff annual holiday initiative to support Idaho small businesses

November 21, 2023 9:50 AM News Team

U.S. Senator Jim Risch and the Idaho Department of Commerce announced the fourth annual Support Local Gems All Season Long initiative.

Arrest made following rollover crash that killed a juvenile

November 16, 2023 10:48 AM News Team

A juvenile died as a result of injuries sustained in a rollover accident Wednesday.

Chad Daybell objects to recent motions

November 20, 2023 1:13 PM News Team

Chad Daybell is objecting to two recent motions filed by the prosecution.

Idaho Falls shooting investigation turned over to prosecutor’s office

November 13, 2023 9:40 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department reports a person is in custody after a shooting Monday morning.

3 things to know this morning – November 21, 2023

November 21, 2023 7:05 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your Tuesday.

Nathan Gumaer sentenced Monday

November 20, 2023 3:56 PM News Team

The defendant was charged with this case back in May of 2018.

Christopher Tapp funeral services Tuesday

November 14, 2023 4:40 PM News Team

Funeral services have also been announced for Christopher Tapp.

Community comes together to feed 120 D93 families in need

November 20, 2023 6:57 PM Braydon Wilson

Bonneville School District 93 distributed food to more than 100 families Monday.

Pocatello Animal Services holiday pet food drive

November 17, 2023 9:40 AM Ashley Chilcutt

All donations collected will go to help feed hungry pets in our community.

Kohberger judge bars news media cameras from courtroom

November 20, 2023 3:02 PM News Team

A ruling has been made on cameras in the courtroom for the Brian Kohberger murder trial.

Avalanche maintenance will cause traffic delays in Hoback Canyon, Teton Pass

November 20, 2023 2:53 PM News Team

Motorists will see brief closures of up to 20 minutes on US 189/191 through the Hoback Canyon between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

This holiday season, it won’t just be Rudolph who’s running

November 20, 2023 11:01 AM Braydon Wilson

The holiday season is quickly approaching.

Local family to host 17th annual Christmas benefit concert

November 20, 2023 12:48 PM Linda Larsen

A very special Christmas concert is making its annual appearance in Pocatello Monday night, and it brings not only great music but the true meaning of Christmas.

How to drive safely during the winter

November 20, 2023 11:44 AM Noah Farley

“One of the biggest factors with that is to verify that you have windshield washer fluid inside your tank.”

Wes Diest Aquatic Center closed for necessary repairs

November 20, 2023 11:15 AM News Team

The Wes Diest Aquatic Center will remain closed for the coming days as staff work to repair a leaking pipe.

Idaho gas prices down 7 cents

November 20, 2023 3:06 PM News Team

Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 7.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.68/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802 stations in Idaho.

Jackson Hole Fire/EMS promotes Captain Carr to battalion chief

November 20, 2023 11:17 AM News Team

Jackson Hole Fire/EMS (JHF/EMS) announced longtime career firefighter, paramedic, and Fire Captain Brian Carr has been promoted to Battalion Chief.

14 Idaho schools get USDA grant funds for kitchen equipment

November 20, 2023 11:30 AM News Team

Individual grant awards will fund new equipment including freezers, ovens, refrigerators, mixers and dishwashers.

Cooking up the ‘baste’ safety tips for your Thanksgiving Day meal

November 20, 2023 11:19 AM Kailey Galaviz

Some simple cooking mistakes may cause the biggest problems when it comes to cooking for the holiday.

Critchfield, Idaho Department of Education launch new podcast

November 20, 2023 9:22 AM News Team

Each episode is about 10 minutes.

Technical hearing scheduled for Idaho Power general rate case

November 20, 2023 9:19 AM News Team

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission will hold a technical hearing on an application from Idaho Power to change the rates it charges for electric service.

AARP to host town hall with Gov. Little

November 19, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

All Idahoans are invited to attend a telephone town hall on Nov. 20.

3 things to know this morning – November 20, 2023

November 20, 2023 7:08 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your Monday.

Passport Sunday event set Dec. 3

November 19, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

Appointments are required.

Bonneville Republican Party chairman speaks out against Ranked Choice voting

November 19, 2023 12:43 PM Braydon Wilson

A new way of voting may be on its way to Idaho. The voting system is ranked choice voting (RCV).

City of Idaho Falls kicks off holiday season

November 18, 2023 8:54 PM Braydon Wilson

The city of Idaho Falls, is welcoming in the holiday season as Saturday evening, the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation lit this year’s Christmas Tree for the first time.

Salvation Army partners with local dealership to distribute Thanksgiving dinner

November 18, 2023 7:01 PM Travis Richards

A national partnership provided Thanksgiving meals to families in the area Saturday afternoon.

Idaho SESTA resources provide broad special education support to Idaho schools

November 19, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

More than ever, Idaho public school districts and charters are accessing resources to support their special education services with Idaho’s Special Education Support and Technical Assistance (SESTA) trainings.

Wyoming Department of Health working to reduce stillbirths

November 19, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests roughly 1 in every 162 pregnancies ends in stillbirth for Wyoming mothers.

Law enforcement agencies gear up for Thanksgiving traffic

November 18, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

Law enforcement agencies across Idaho are uniting to address the anticipated surge in holiday travel during Thanksgiving week.

Customers hearings scheduled on Idaho Power application to change rates

November 18, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

If a proposed settlement is approved by the commission, the utility would be allowed to increase overall retail revenue by $54.7 million annually

Rocky Mountain Power warns customers about billing scams

November 18, 2023 11:00 AM News Team

Heading into the holiday season, Rocky Mountain Power is reminding customers to be vigilant about fraudulent communications from scammers posing as utility representatives.

Teton County hires new ISWR Superintendent

November 18, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

Teton County hired a new Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling (ISWR) Superintendent earlier this month.

Christmas tree permits available in East Idaho

November 18, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

You can harvest one tree per family from BLM-managed public lands in southeastern Idaho.

Ballot recount underway for District 91 trustee election won by one vote

November 17, 2023 5:31 PM Stephanie Lucas

A rare election victory by a single vote has a school board member asking for a recount.

Reservoir levels carry lots of storage into the winter

November 17, 2023 11:09 AM Evan Thomason

The reservoir levels have been much improved from what they were this time last year.

Gordon’s budget proposal starts with $20 million in property tax relief and savings

November 17, 2023 3:03 PM News Team

Recognizing a future where Wyoming’s long-term revenues are in decline, Governor Mark Gordon has released a conservative budget proposal for the next biennium.

Idaho Falls Rescue Mission plans to revamp its recovery program

November 17, 2023 11:35 AM Noah Farley

“They experience life transformation.”

M. Russell Ballard remembered as examplar of the faith

November 17, 2023 2:07 PM Associated Press

Associates and children of one of the highest-ranking leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, M. Russell Ballard, remembered him Friday as a principled and compassionate man who stood as an exemplar of the faith for decades.

Idaho Falls annual tree lighting Saturday

November 17, 2023 12:27 PM News Team

Kick off the holidays in Downtown Idaho Falls at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, Nov. 18.

Proposed temporary turbidity increase in Snake River

November 17, 2023 12:04 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) has received a request from Reiman Corporation for a temporary increase in turbidity in the Snake River near Jackson, Wyo.

Idaho courts join Adoption Day celebrations

November 16, 2023 9:34 AM Seth Ratliff

Courtrooms across Idaho host hundreds of adoptions each year. This week, the Idaho Judicial Branch will celebrate that adoption process while recognizing National Adoption Day.

26 attorneys general demand congress grant state officials power to perform immigration functions

November 17, 2023 10:48 AM News Team

The growing problem on our Southern border is both a national security crisis and a humanitarian crisis,” Attorney General Labrador said.

Prescribed fire operations planned for Rainey Creek

November 17, 2023 10:41 AM News Team

These 10 acres are the first of approximately 500 acres to be burned over the next few years for the purpose of improving winter range for wildlife such as deer and elk by decreasing juniper and conifer densities to stimulate shrubs and forbs that are important winter forage.

Idaho’s October unemployment rate edges up to 3.2%

November 17, 2023 10:45 AM News Team

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 3.2% in October from 3.1% in September.

Dora Erickson students share what they are thankful for

November 17, 2023 10:21 AM Conner Nuckols

Local News 8’s Kailey Galaviz and Conner Nuckols visited with students at Dora Erickson Elementary School in Idaho Falls to see what they are thankful for. Watch the video above to find out.

Celebrate Seniors event held in Pocatello

November 17, 2023 10:08 AM Cole Sams

Senior Solutions hosted their free community event Celebrate Seniors on Friday at the Veterans Memorial Building in Pocatello.

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day event to be held in Blackfoot

November 17, 2023 9:44 AM News Team

Come together to find connection, understanding and Hhope.

First woman to lead Idaho Falls Symphony Saturday

November 17, 2023 9:40 AM News Team

Guest Conductor Julia Tai will become the first woman to lead the Idaho Falls Symphony in concert.

New motions filed in Chad Daybell case

November 16, 2023 2:59 PM News Team

Prosecutors are asking to move Chad Daybell’s trial back to eastern Idaho and to oppose cameras in courtroom.

Idaho Falls to premier new nuclear documentary

November 17, 2023 6:29 AM Jeff Roper

Idaho Falls will host the premier of a new documentary about Idaho’s Naval Reactors. “Idaho’s Nuclear Navy” will be shown to the public at the colonial theater on Thursday night, November 30th. The film, produced by IPTV and Idaho State Historical Preservation Society, features local veterans and how the Navy’s reactor facility has impacted our area over

3 things to do this weekend – November 17, 2023

November 17, 2023 6:36 AM Zach Glancy

Here are some events going on in your local neighborhood this weekend.

3 things to know this morning – November 17, 2023

November 17, 2023 7:01 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your Friday.

High interest rates impact local businesses

November 16, 2023 3:02 PM Linda Larsen

One of our local communities has been welcoming a few new businesses, but many more want to come but can’t.

Judge makes ruling on District 91 levy

November 16, 2023 10:38 AM Braydon Wilson

An Ada County judge has deemed a recent levy from Idaho Falls School District 91 is illegal.

BYU-Idaho’s campus Christmas tree lighting

November 16, 2023 11:50 AM Ashley Chilcutt

The holiday season is opening with tree lighting ceremonies across eastern Idaho and students at a local university are planning one Thursday night.

PCSD 25 is requesting public input regarding the 2023 bond election

November 16, 2023 3:38 PM News Team

Submissions will be accepted through Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023.

Arrest made after Pocatello shooting

November 13, 2023 10:52 PM Joel Killam

Police have released an update following a shooting in Pocatello Monday night.

“Give The Cops A Bird” fundraiser extended to end of the month

November 16, 2023 11:18 AM News Team

The Pocatello Police Department said the annual Give The Cops A Bird fundraiser is being extended until the end of the month.

Grand Targhee Resort opens Friday

November 16, 2023 12:01 PM Evan Thomason

The winter ski season kicks off Friday.

Idaho Falls Rescue Mission seeks donations

November 16, 2023 11:49 AM Ashley Chilcutt

The list of needs for local charities looking to help those in need during the holidays is growing.

IFPD seizes 10 pounds of methamphetamine

November 15, 2023 1:13 PM Noah Farley

Multiple arrests have been made after the Idaho Falls Police Department seized 10 pounds of methamphetamine.

Report: High energy prices lead to increase in Thanksgiving cost for third year

November 16, 2023 12:44 PM Evan Thomason

Before we prep up the stoves and ovens for Thanksgiving food, we first need to prep our wallets.

Donate turkeys for the Idaho Foodbank to share with families in need

November 16, 2023 11:12 AM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Foodbank’s Hope for the Holidays campaign has a goal to provide food for 4 million meals.

Wyoming law enforcement arrest 5 impaired drivers during Border War Operation 2023

November 16, 2023 11:05 AM News Team

Law enforcement agencies in Laramie and Albany counties made 175 traffic stops, arrested 5 impaired drivers and made 3 arrests for controlled substances during the Border War Impaired Driving Enforcement Operation on Friday, Nov. 3.